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Smiles for Seniors to host Bowl-a-thon Aug. 17
Looking for a fun, family-friendly activity that also gives back to the community? Smiles for Seniors Foundation, a local nonprofit that helps senior citizens, will hold its 16th annual Bowl-a-thon on Saturday, Aug. 17 at Canyon Lanes at Morongo. The non-profit was started 18 years ago by Yucaipa resident Catherine...
Parents of Indio Marine killed in Afghanistan slam Biden at Republican National Convention
The parents of Cpl. Hunter Lopez, a U.S. Marine from Indio who was killed in a suicide bombing in Afghanistan, criticized President Joe Biden over what they say was a lack of accountability and compassion regarding their son’s 2021 death in a pointed speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Wednesday night.
Agua Caliente starting its own court in Palm Springs as tribal government grows
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians plan to establish its own court this fall that will provide for the first time a venue for civil cases involving tribal law. After more than six years of development, the courthouse is expected to open in October at 980 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way on reservation...
National Philanthropy Day names Outstanding Philanthropic Organization
With support spanning organizations from A-Z, Desert Oasis Healthcare exemplifies what it means to go above and beyond for the community. Desert Oasis Healthcare (DOHC), a doctor-owned medical group serving 60,000 members in the Coachella Valley and high desert communities of the Greater Morongo Basin, is committed to supporting numerous local nonprofit organizations ensuring the entire community can live healthy and fulfilling lives. ...
Palm Springs Power’s Historic Streak Ends; Local Athletes Eye Olympic Glory
NBC Palm Springs Sports Desk with Tim O’Brien – July 17, 2024. In a surprising turn, the Palm Springs Power’s 51-game winning streak came to an end as they prepare for their regular season finale with a stellar 32-1 record. The California Premier Collegiate League championship series kicks off this Saturday at Palm Springs Stadium. Meanwhile, local beach volleyball players Sarah Hughes and Kelly Chang, college friends turned Olympic teammates, are gearing up for the Paris Olympics, hoping their renewed partnership will lead to gold. Tune in to NBC Palm Springs for full Olympic coverage starting July 26.
$3.27 billion in city development projects highlighted during joint session of city, tribal councils
The Palm Springs City Council and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Council met Tuesday for their first joint session in six years, sharing updates on major projects and exploring opportunities for future collaboration. The meeting, held at the Palm Springs Convention Center, highlighted $3.27 billion in current...
Spraying For Mosquitoes In Indio And Coachella
The Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District will conduct weekly truck-mounted mosquito control applications to reduce the risk of local transmission of mosquito-borne viruses in Indio and Coachella. The treatments are planned for Saturdays, beginning July 20th, 2024, and continuing through September 21st, 2024, between 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., weather permitting.
Firefighters contain fire at pallet manufacturing facility in Beaumont
Update 1:45pm: The fire has been contained to two silos and resources will remain committed for approximately two hours.Firefighters are at the scene of a fire in the ducting of a silo of a pallet manufacturing facility in Beaumont. The fire was reported at 12:21 p.m. on the 1000 block of E 3rd Street. Details The post Firefighters contain fire at pallet manufacturing facility in Beaumont appeared first on KESQ.
Local artist Justin Paszul’s debut solo show opens Saturday in Yucca Valley
Local artist Justin Paszul will be debuting his solo show opening reception from 6-9 PM this Saturday at Space Truckin Gallery as part of the 3rd Saturday Yucca Valley Art Walk featuring 150 pieces of his vibrant mind-bending paintings and drawings. The show’s title, “OMNIGLOB UNCOVERS TEPMNHATOP UNDER THE SHADOW OF [REDACTED]” is mind-bending in itself.
Structural Fire Contained at Single-Story Desert Hot Springs Residence
Firefighters contained a residential fire at a single-story residence in Desert Hot Springs Thursday. The blaze was first reported in the 18600 block of Ford Avenue at 4:09 a.m. Thursday, according to a Riverside County Fire Department statement. RCFD personnel were able to contain the flames within an hour. Officials...
Excessive heat warning issued for Coachella Valley again; will it stay under 120 this time?
Coachella Valley residents are being warned that temperatures are about to take another jump this weekend and into early next week. The National Weather Service has issued another excessive heat warning for the Coachella Valley, beginning at 11 a.m. Friday and continuing through at least 9 p.m. Sunday. ...
CVRep announces 2024-25 season, including 'Jesus Christ Superstar' and other favorites
Coachella Valley Repertory has announced its 2024-25 season with five fresh productions making their way to the downtown Cathedral City theater. This upcoming season marks the professional regional theater's 16th year bringing plays and musicals to the desert, and the lineup will showcase five award-winning shows that are all making their CV Rep premiere: “Next to Normal,” “The 39 Steps,” “The Light in the Plaza,” “Jesus Christ Superstar,” and “Other Desert Cities.”
Motorcyclist Killed in Collision at San Jacinto Intersection Identified
A motorcyclist who was fatally injured in a collision at a San Jacinto intersection was identified Friday as a 25-year-old Perris man. Jose Cornejo Casas was killed about 7:45 a.m. Thursday at East Seventh and Hewitt streets, according to the California Highway Patrol. The agency said that Casas’ motorcycle collided...
Theresa A. Mike Scholarship funds raised with '80-themed gala
The Theresa A. Mike Scholarship Foundation was established in the memory of the fourth of seven children born to Dean and Theresa Mike, Theresa A. Mike, who died unexpectedly in 1997 at the age of 23. As a way to honor their daughter, the Mike family established the nonprofit to award scholarships to...
Jose Cornejo Casas killed in San Jacinto motorcycle, car accident
SAN JACINTO, CA, (July 18, 2024) - A 25-year-old Perris resident was fatally injured after his motorcycle collided with a car at a San Jacinto intersection Thursday morning, according to authorities. The victim has been identified as Jose Cornejo Casas. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) stated that Casas' motorcycle collided...
Email Retention Issue Placed on Pause Until August
PALM DESERT — A plan to set email retention at College of the Desert to three years of history, thereby reducing retention by four years effective July 25 has been temporarily halted at the request of Area 4 Trustee and former Superintendent/President Joel Kinnamon. “There is something that has...
Longtime Board Member Randy Record Announces Retirement
PERRIS — After 24 years representing Division 3 of Eastern Municipal Water District’s (EMWD) service area, Board Member Randy Record, announced today that he will not be seeking reelection in November 2024. He will be retiring from service on EMWD’s Board of Directors effective December 6, 2024.
Two displaced after residential structure fire in Thousand Palms
At 9:03 tonight, Cal Fire responded to a report of a residential structure fire off of Desert Moon Dr. and Ramon Rd. in Thousand Palms. Upon arrival, firefighters located a single-story mobile home fully engulfed in flames. Two adults were displaced due to the fire and have requested support from the Red Cross. According to The post Two displaced after residential structure fire in Thousand Palms appeared first on KESQ.
Power outages in Thousand Palms and Indio
Thousand Palms is currently experiencing a power outage in the areas of Barcelona Dr., Westchester Dr., and Acapulco Trail. According to IID, the outage was caused by a fire. They estimate that power will be restored within an hour. IID is also experiencing fluctuating power in the city of Indio as well. They stated that The post Power outages in Thousand Palms and Indio appeared first on KESQ.
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