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First positive West Nile Virus mosquito sample detected in Indian Wells
Mosquitoes collected in Indian Wells tested positive for West Nile virus for the first time this year, prompting increased efforts to reduce transmission, officials said today. The virus-positive samples were collected near the intersection of Fred Waring Drive and El Dorado Drive, according to a statement from the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District. The post First positive West Nile Virus mosquito sample detected in Indian Wells appeared first on KESQ.
Bankruptcy filing of large wine producer spells scary time for state of industry
One of the largest wine producers in the country filed for bankruptcy this week.The news of Vintage Wine Estates filing for bankruptcy sent shock waves throughout the industry."Execution of the IPO. I think it was rushed," said Rob McMillan, Silicon Valley Bank executive vice president.The Santa Rosa-based company went public in 2020. Under it, over 30 wine and spirit brands.Most of its products are in the $15 to $20 range. To understand what might have gone wrong, we spoke with McMillan, one of the top wine-business analysts in the country.MORE: Invasive lanternflies that have potential to affect entire industries intercepted...
Joshua Tree National Park top choice for spreading ashes of dearly departed
A recent poll revealed Joshua Tree National Park as the top choice by Californians to spread the ashes of dearly departed loved ones. A survey by Choice Mutual, an insurance agency specializing in final expense life insurance, found that Californians chose Joshua Tree National Park as a preferred alternative burial location. ...
Decorative Arts Society of Newport Beach Awards $410K in Grants to Local Nonprofits
Newport Beach-based Decorative Arts Society (DARTS) has awarded over $410,000 in grants to 14 local community non-profit agencies, all of which provide critical services to Orange County women, children, and families in need. DARTS has given over $4.5 million to local non-profit organizations since its inception 29 years ago. “The...
Soul Beat, California's first African American TV station, is coming back
California’s first African American television station is getting ready for a relaunch. Founded in 1978 by the late Chuck Johnson, Soul Beat, the 24/7 channel based in Oakland, highlighted music, lifestyle, education and culture for more than two decades. The network went off air in 2003 after the passing...
Plane lands ‘on its roof’ in Riverside County
Crews responded to reports that a plane was on its roof in a field in Riverside County on Saturday, authorities confirmed. Initially reported at 12:57 p.m., Cal Fire Riverside County said the crash occurred at Scott Road and Patita Lane in Winchester. Both occupants were able to exit the plane without injury. As of 2:30 […]
EXCLUSIVE: Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Tops New Big Ten Rival By Landing Superstar CB
Spartan Nation is on the scene in Corona, California, for the commitment of three-star cornerback LaRue Zamorano to the Michigan State Spartans. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Zamorano's parents discuss what made the Spartans special.
California’s Park Fire now among 5 largest in state history as hero firefighters work to douse flames
Firefighters in Northern California are continuing to put their lives on the line while they attack the Park Fire from the ground and the air as flames from the Golden State's largest wildfire of 2024 burn through the pristine landscape while incinerating more than 160 buildings.
Great Redwood Trail Ad Airs On NBC
California taxpayers probably paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for a slick half-hour ad on NBC Bay Area Sunday night. It was quite the propaganda coup, although we doubt many people actually watch “OpenRoads with Doug McConnell.”. The Trail’s grandiosity was underscored by the contrast between the two principle...
California date palm ranches reap not only fruit, but a permit to host weddings and quinceañeras
Small date palm ranch owners in Southern California's Coachella Valley have been petitioning for permission to host special events ranging from quinceañeras to weddings on their properties. The
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