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Eight News-Press & Gazette Stations Join NewsOn
SEATTLE—Eight News-Press & Gazette (NPG) stations have joined NewsON, Sinclair Broadcast Group’s free, multiplatform streaming service offering local news content. They include: KION, Monterey, Calif.KESQ, Palm Springs, Calif.KEYT, Santa Barbara, Calif.KRDO, Colorado Springs, Colo.KIFI, Idaho Falls, IdahoKMIZ, Columbia, Mo. KTVZ, Bend, Ore. KVIA, El Paso, Texas “NPG is pleased to expand the footprint of our local station brands and take advantage of the excellent streaming technology offered by this new partnership with NewsON,” said Michael Fabac, vice president of content and station promotion for NPG. NewsON offers live and on-demand local newscasts, FAST channels and news clips from over 23 television broadcast ownership groups, providing viewers instant access to local news content from 286 local TV stations covering 91% of the country’s population. “We’re pleased to have NPG stations join our lineup. With more local news content from additional markets across the U.S., we’re aligned in our goal of increasing the reach and impact of local news,” said Ron Stitt, vice president/general manager of NewsON. More information is available on the NewsON website.
AmPac Business Capital and Enterprise Funding Corporation Unveiled Merger to Expand Small Business Lending in the IE
On July 8, Inland Empire based U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lender AmPac Business Capital announced their impending merger with Enterprise Funding Corporation. The merger will combine AmPac’s 18 years of service in the Inland Empire with Enterprise Funding’s 40 years of experience as a SBA 504 lender in the Inland Empire.
Smith Fails to Secure Permit for Rental Property
PALM DESERT — Anyse Smith, 38, who is seeking a seat on the City Council, has been advertising the so-called family home at 71730 Jaguar Way as vacation rental on Airbnb.com without the proper rental permit, according to Felisa Cardona, Public Information Officer for Riverside County’s Transportation and Land Management Agency.
Palm Springs to develop heat mitigation plan with $400,000 grant
Palm Springs is set to receive a $400,000 grant from the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) to develop a comprehensive plan addressing extreme heat impacts on transportation in the city. Driving the news: The grant, one of the largest received by the city’s Office of Sustainability, was conditionally awarded to...
The Barracks, An LGBTQ Leather Landmark Has Announced It’s Closing
In a huge disappointment to the LGBTQ Community in the Coachella Valley, the Barracks has announced it is closing and moving to Phoenix, AZ. The Barracks was originally opened in 1992 called Wolf’s on the border of Palm Springs and Cathedral City and has since become hugely popular with the leather community drawing large crowds for its Sunday Beer Bust and other events.
Yucca Valley Town Council discusses future projects and use of funds
The Yucca Valley Town Council meeting kicked off with a review of the Capital Improvement Plan. Presented by Public Works Director Alex Qishta, the five-year CIP identifies various public infrastructure projects, their planning schedule, and financing options. Examples include the Aquatics and Recreation Center, the Community Center Athletic Facility, the Highway 62 Monument Sign, improvements to the Senior Center, the slurry/crack seal project, various road widening projects, and more.
Airport Commission approves hike in daily parking rate at PSP pending City Council approval
The Palm Springs Airport Commission voted last week to recommend increasing daily parking rates from $20 to $26, a move expected to generate an additional $1 million in annual revenue for the airport. The rate hike, which still requires city council approval, aims to keep pace with inflation and fund...
Motorcyclist Fatally Injured in Collision at San Jacinto Intersection
A motorcyclist was killed Thursday in a collision at a San Jacinto intersection that also left a motorist injured. The wreck happened around 7:40 a.m. Thursday at East Seventh and Hewitt streets, according to the California Highway Patrol. The agency said the motorcycle collided with a sedan, but no other...
Coachella Valley Residents React to Weekend of Political Violence
Coachella Valley Residents React to Weekend of Political Violence. Residents of Coachella Valley are expressing their concerns and hopes following a weekend marked by political violence, which resulted in one death and several injuries. Speaking to NBC Palm Springs, locals from both Republican and Democratic sides voiced their distress over the incident and the broader climate of unrest. Republicans lamented the ongoing violence reminiscent of past political assassinations, emphasizing the need for heightened protection at political events. Democrats echoed the sentiment, urging for greater civility and mutual respect. Despite differing political views, both sides shared a common desire for a safer, more united America, calling for an end to the hatred and violence.
Wednesday Water Round-Up for 7/17: HDWD and JBWD
Directors at Yucca Valley’s Hi-Desert Water District meet in regular session at 4 o’clock today (July 17, 2024). Down the road in Joshua Tree, the Joshua Basin Water District board meets at 5:30 p.m. Among the many items on today’s agenda at the Hi-Desert Water District is a...
La Quinta's Clive Clark says wind, long par-4s may dominate storylines at Open Championship
Clive Clark remembers watching Arnold Palmer with his powerful forearms and lashing swing reaching long par-4s and even par-5s in two shots at Royal Troon, a course where Palmer won the 1962 British Open. “I remember him ripping irons onto I think the par-5 sixth,” said Clark, at the time still a few...
Morongo Valley ‘Rawson Road Improvement’ holds its second official meeting
Last night, the Morongo Valley non-profit Rawson Road Improvement held their second official meeting in Covington Park’s Mesquite Room. The objective: to offer information to residents about moving forward with a special roads district to maintain hard to navigate roads with help from San Bernardino County Public Works Special Districts.
Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Unveils Dreamy Summer Soiree Experience
If you’re looking for a summer escape from the heat, look no further than the Kimpton Rowan. This summer, the downtown Palm Springs hotel rolls out a dreamy experience of seasonal bites, botanical cocktails, and even a high tea, plus fun activities like a postcard station, vinyl-listening station, and a brand new floral art installation.
Taurek’s Massive Afternoon Highlights Palm Springs’ Doubleheader Sweep
Aidan Taurek hit two home runs with six total hits and the Palm Springs Power swept a doubleheader against the San Diego Waves by scores of 8-1 and 12-4 on Monday afternoon at Escondido Field. The Power improve to 32-0 on the season and 18-0 in the CPCL in the...
Civic Solutions: A New Palm Springs Chamber Program Is Bringing Together Coachella Valley Creatives and Entrepreneurs
When Evan Gray moved to the Coachella Valley in 2022, he was struck by the number of creative and lively people he met—whether he was at the doctor’s office, a coffee shop or a local boutique. But Gray also picked on something every newcomer to the desert has...
Longtime Board Member Randy Record Announces Retirement from EMWD's Board of Directors
Perris, CA (July 17, 2024) — 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.
PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER PRESENTS “EMPEROR’S NEW GROOVE” FOR AUGUST 12 “DIVE IN MOVIE!”
Dive into an exciting evening of fun at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center for the annual Summer Dive-In Movie Series. The series continues on Friday, August 9 with a screening of “Emperor’s New Groove,” a breezy, slapstick-laden cartoon about a vengeful advisor to the emperor who turns his boss into a llama. The voice cast includes David Spade, John Goodman and Eartha Kitt. Directed by Mark Dindal. So bring family and friends that will enjoy a little scare, towels, blankets, and swimsuits for a fun-filled, interactive experience that create unforgettable family memories under the stars.
Contemporary Living Could Be Yours at Escena in Palm Springs
Welcome to Escena Golf Club, where luxury meets contemporary elegance. This stunning home boasts over 2,800 square feet of living space on a private corner lot of nearly 11,000 square feet, one of the largest in the gated residential community. The meticulously designed smart home offers a generous den/office space...
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