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Local Change in Pipeline Ownership: BLM Approves Transfer to Cadiz Real Estate, Maintains Natural Gas Use Only
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has approved the transfer of a Mineral Leasing Act right-of-way grant. This grant, originally held by El Paso Natural Gas Company (EPNG), has been transferred to Cadiz Real Estate, LLC. It covers a 71-mile section of a 217-mile natural gas pipeline. The pipeline runs from Cadiz Valley in San Bernardino County to Wheeler Ridge in Kern County. The decision was made after reviewing public comments and adding terms to ensure the pipeline is used only for natural gas transportation.
Amboy, California: A Desert Gem with a Rich History and Spooky Stories
While it may appear to be just a remote dot on the vast Mojave Desert landscape, this small town boasts a history as rich as the golden sands that surround it. Located in San Bernardino County, it has intrigued travelers and explorers for decades. In this article, we'll uncover the fascinating history, intriguing mysteries, and captivating attractions that define it.
‘Lovely chaos’: What it’s like to accidentally own a California ghost town
The deserted town of Amboy looks like a Harley Davidson fever dream drenched in neon. Just along Route 66 in the Mojave Desert, it appears like a mirage, or a gritty 1950s Western on acid. But amid the barren nothingness, just past the mysteriously placed Buddha statue and volcanic crater, you’ll also see the abandoned town’s most prominent landmark glowing in the distance: Roy’s Motel and Cafe, a remote gas station that has become an enduring, if surreal, symbol of Americana.
Coming soon: Amboy events
1. Medicare 101 & Plan Review // Fairfield Inn & Suites in 29 Palms, CA; 2. Virtual Speed Dating for Professional Singles!; 3. Kitchen Comedy 29; 4. Astrophotography at Joshua Tree National Park with Stan Moniz; 5. Arts & Writing Retreat in Joshua Tree Desert;
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