Morro Bay Fire Chief Steve Knuckles got a taste of his future career not too long after he graduated from Atascadero High School. And now, some 38 years later, the eighth fire chief in the town’s 56-year history, is ready to retire.

Morro Bay High School has a new principal who is excited with his new challenge and happy to be making a homecoming of sorts.
Scott Schalde introduced himself to the students and parents in a letter included in the school’s March 26 online newsletter. “Morro Bay High School,” he said, “and the community it serves, are very special to me.