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July 19 Daily Briefing: Joint meeting of councils that run the city, playoff baseball in town, and more
TGIF, everyone! We’d like to give a shoutout to the OG independent media here in the valley — The Coachella Valley Independent — which took home more than a dozen awards recently from the California News Publishers Association and Association of Alternative News Media. Publisher Jimmy Boegle breaks it all down here and includes a list of links to the reporting that earned the honors. We encourage you to check out the list and to make The Independent part of your well-rounded diet of media you consume. Congratulations to all!
Fighters Put Out Blaze in Coachella Commercial Building
Firefighters Saturday evening put out a smoky fire in a single-story Coachella commercial building. The fire was reported at 8:41 p.m. Saturday in the 85000 block of Grapefruit Boulevard, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. It was out at 8:54 p.m. No injuries were reported, fire officials said. The...
Hemet’s 2021-2029 Housing Element approved by HCD
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has officially approved the City’ of Hemet’s Housing Element for 2021-2029. This approval is a step forward in Hemet’s ongoing efforts to address housing needs and enhance community safety. The approved Housing Element outlines a comprehensive plan to...
Anza Quilters Club shows off Opportunity Quilt at Anza Days
Several members of the Anza Quilters Club displayed their Opportunity Quilt at a booth during the Anza Days events Saturday, June 29.The non-profit Anza Quilters club is a group of women who come together to share their passion for quilting. Traditionally, they painstakingly create a large quilt annually to raffle off in order to raise funds for charitable community organizations.According to the ladies, the club is selling tickets for the 2024 Opportunity Quilt for $1 for one ticket or 6 tickets for $5."This is our only fundraiser," said Ellen Elmore. "The monies raised go back to the community. You may see us out and about with the quilt. We would appreciate your contribution by purchasing the raffle tickets."The Opportunity Quilt will be raffled off at the Anza Quilters.
Sheriff’s Blotter
The Anza Valley Outlook Sheriff's Blotter is a list of calls that allows residents to see what law enforcement activity is occurring in their communities.The Sheriff's Blotter data is obtained from the official calls for service records kept by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. However, calls where the release of the information could cause harm to an individual or jeopardize the investigation of a criminal case are excluded.All calls listed are for service within the Sheriff's Department jurisdiction in the unincorporated areas of Anza, Lake Riverside Estates, Cahuilla and Aguanga from July 8 through July 14.July 8Miscellaneous criminal - 5900 block Reynolds Wy., Anza, handled by deputyArea check - 5800 block Redshank Rd., Anza, handled by deputyPublic dis.
U.S. Border Patrol Indio agents seize cache of weapons, ammunition
INDIO – During a traffic stop, U.S. Border Patrol agents from the El Centro Sector seized a cache of weapons, magazines, and ammunition hidden within a vehicle. According to a press release from the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Office of Public Affairs, late in the evening on Monday, July 1, Indio Station agents conducted a vehicle stop on Interstate 10 in Chiriaco Summit. After a Border Patrol K-9 team trained in detection alerted to the vehicle, a search revealed weapons and ammunition concealed in two duffle bags, one in the vehicle’s trunk and one in the vehicle’s backseat.
AYSO presents free cleat exchange in Minor Park
The American Youth Soccer Organization Region 1641 hosted a free cleat exchange Sat., July 13 at Minor Park in Anza. Assistance signing up for the 2024 season was also offered. According to organizers, several young athletes signed up during the free event.A large trunk containing dozens of pairs of colorful cleats were offered to the soccer hopefuls at no cost.AYSO is seeking players and volunteers for the 2024 season. The group is actively encouraging local soccer athletes ages 4 and older to join and play.An AYSO volunteer/coach’s meeting will be held Sat., July 20 at 4 p.m. at the Anza Pizza Factory, All are welcome to attend. Assistance with signing up as volunteers will be provided at the meeting.Dozen.
A message from Yxstian Gutierrez, District 5 County Supervisor
Now that the fireworks and celebrations have passed, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful Fourth of July we had here in District 5.Around this time, we had plenty of great events, such as the Moreno Valley Fourth of July Parade, the Beaumont Freedom Festival, the San Jacinto 2024 Independence Day Parade and Street Festival and the Banning Fourth of July Celebration. I was proud to see so many amazing floats, energetic marching bands and especially all the people who attended.The Fourth of July goes beyond events and parades. That day, we came together to enjoy each other’s company. I saw many smiles as we bonded over our shared history and values of freedom, national pride, democracy and unity.I am also proud that many of us celebrated safely and responsibly.
Border Agents Seize 450 Pounds Of Liquid Meth Stashed In Fuel Tank
Border Patrol agents have seized 450 Pounds of liquid methamphetamine stashed in a fuel tank. El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents apprehended a 31-year-old male Mexican citizen on Monday 8 July at approximately 2 p.m. The estimated total value of the drugs seized is thought to be $540,000, according to...
Anza residents should make plans to evacuate in case of a wildland fire
The Highland Fire scorched 2,487 acres in Aguanga in 2023, forcing the evacuation of people and animals in its path. From its start Monday, Oct. 30 to full containment eight days later, this fire caused panic and confusion for many residents, necessitating split second decisions about what could be saved and what must be left behind. The flames ultimately devoured 13 structures, destroying property and shattering lives. The investigation as to the cause remains ongoing.The time to formulate an evacuation plan is now, to be ready when - not if - this unthinkable scenario happens again.It’s best to come up with a solid strategy before things get hot. Everyone in the home must be aware of the actions to be taken and prepared in an instant to implement the plan. Lives may depend on i.
Kirk Allen Anderson
Anderson, Kirk Allen Age 69, of Burnsville, MN and Palm Springs, CA, passed away on Apr 8, 2024. He had been in declining health and his family is happy he is now pain-free and at peace. Kirk was born in Barnesville, MN. He grew up in Windom, MN, where his parents owned The Cottonwood County Citizen newspaper and he graduated high school in 1972. Kirk graduated from the University of California in 1985. Kirk married Meri Anderson in 1989. They had their only child, daughter Alyssa, in 1991. The three of them made Burnsville their home, with frequent travel being a priority for the family. Weekends at the lake with extended family, camping, and beach vacations were favorites. On retirement, Kirk and Meri bought a condo in Palm Springs and became snowbirds to escape the Minnesota winters. This, along with a little red Mustang, was a dream come true for them. Kirk was an avid golfer, getting multiple hole-in-ones in his lifetime! Friends and family remember Kirk as fun, loving, unique, intelligent, a little wild at times, but most of all, a great father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Kirk was preceded in death by his father Kenneth Anderson, mother Geraldine (Sparrow) Anderson, and his wife, Meri Anderson (Maribeth Monahan). Kirk is survived by his daughter, Alyssa Anderson, and his siblings, Kim (Terry) Anderson and Robyn (Stan) Kitson. A celebration of life will be held at noon on Sat, Aug 3 at Cottonwood Lake Pavilion in Windom, MN, where Kirk had many fun memories growing up. All who knew him are invited to come and have a happy day on the lake and share stories of Kirk!
2 arrested after deadly shooting in Sacramento's Greenhaven neighborhood
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Two people were arrested in the last week in connection with a deadly April shooting in Sacramento’s Pocket-Greenhaven neighborhood. According to the Sacramento Police Department, 24-year-old Taquez Foster-Worsham was arrested July 10 and 28-year-old Jamar Anderson was arrested July 16 in Indio. Both were arrested...
Nearly 30 rifles found during traffic stop in Indio
INDIO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - A large amount of rifles, magazines and ammo were found by El Centro Sector agents, according to U.S. Border Patrol. BP says agents stopped a vehicle on Interstate 10 in Chiriaco Summit on the evening of July 1. A K-9 team alerted agents of suspicious items in the back of the vehicle.
84-year-old Palm Desert man killed in head-on crash
An 84-year-old Palm Desert man died Monday when his car collided head-on with a heavy-duty pickup truck hauling propane in a rural part of San Bernardino County, officials said. David Bell was pronounced dead at the scene, according to county coroner's records. The crash took place about 2:25 p.m. near...
Carl's Jr. adds bagel seasoning menu only in Palm Springs
Carl's Jr. is spicing things up this summer with an "audacious" lineup featuring a flavor many wouldn't expect: everything bagel seasoning, according to a company press release. Starting today and running through Aug. 14, participating Carl's Jr. locations in Palm Springs will offer the Everything Shake, Double Everything Burger and...
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