Banned Books Week celebration this Sunday (9/22) at Beatnik Lounge in Joshua Tree
National Banned Books Week is from September 22 – 28.
Month: August 2017
Updated 2:41 PM: Jonathan Rodriguez in custody after 12-hour manhunt in Joshua Tree
The 20 year-old is suspected of firing shots after a multi-county chase ended in a Joshua Tree neighborhood around 3:30 AM on Saturday morning.
MUSD Area 1 candidates discuss their wishes for the school district on “Up Close Show”
On last Friday’s Up-Close show, host Gary Daigneault mediated a local candidate forum with three candidates for Morongo Unified School District Area 1: incumbent Robert Hamilton, Karalee Hargrove, and Johnnie Ward Jr.
Town of Yucca Valley seeking applicants for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Commission
The Town of Yucca Valley is currently seeking applicants for the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Commission. Those interested should submit an application to the Town Clerk at [email protected] by Wednesday, October 23, 2024.…
Line Fire growth stalls at just under 40,000 acres, currently 52% contained
The Line Fire continues to burn throughout San Bernardino County's mountain communities, but growth has stalled and efforts to extinguish the fire continue. It was last week when smoke from the fire poured down into the Morongo Basin,…
Drive-through nail trim clinic today at Animal Action League
The Animal Action League is holding their world famous drive-through nail trim only clinic today (September 20) From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., you can have your pet’s nails trimmed for only $7 per pet, no appointment necessary. The Animal Action…
Landers Record Fair spins up this Saturday at The Station in Joshua Tree
The Landers Record Fair rambles its way to the Station in Joshua Tree this Saturday starting at 10AM and going until 3PM. I Fall to Pizzas and Lucky Dice Girl Vintage join local vendors pulling their crates of vinyl and other musical goodies out…
Remembering Lois Phipps, 77
Lois Phipps, a 54-year resident of Twentynine Palms died on September 16.
“The Jack” play AC/DC hits tonight at free Tortoise Rock Casino concert
For those about to rock, we salute you as you come to Tortoise Rock Casino tonight. You better be “back in black” because The Jack, and AC/DC Tribute Act, will be performing at Tortoise Rock Casino tonight as part of their free summer outdoor…
Vacation renter arrested as suspect in Twentynine Palms murder
The suspect in the murder of a man near Twentynine Palms was arrested, and identified by the Sheriff’s Department as staying in a vacation rental near the victim’s property. On Tuesday night (September 17), at around 7:49 p.m., Sheriff’s…
Missing PCT hiker found dead near Whitewater Preserve
A hiker missing from Idyllwild was found in a canyon near the Whitewater Preserve. The Riverside Sheriff's Department reports that Robert Budinski, a 69 year-old resident of Olympia, WA, was found dead on September 11. The Sheriff's…
MVCSD approves installation of Smokey Bear fire danger sign at top of Morongo grade
The Board discussed the Fire Department’s participation in October’s “Great Shakeout,” an event showcasing the emergency entities, first responders, support systems, fire and law forces, military and other organizations who support the Morongo…
AI screenings and work requirements stand in the way of many hi-desert job seekers
A countywide job fair was held at Copper Mountain Community College in Joshua Tree on Wednesday (9/18). For many folks looking for work, just getting a foot in the "digital door" is the primary struggle.
Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce holding business mixer tonight (9/19)
The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting an evening mixer tonight for business owners and community members. Everyone is invited to to mix and mingle with the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce with light refreshments and cold drinks, plus…
Joshua Basin Water Candidates Live Forum this Friday on “Up Close Show”
Tune in Live Friday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. and join in by calling 760-366-8471.
Twentynine Palms Ladycats Volleyball hosted Indio for a night of hard-fought matches
The Twentynine Palms High School Ladycats volleyball team hosted the Rajahs of Indio High School last night and came up short for the win. In Junior Varsity action the Cats lost 23-25 and 16-25. Lily Romero Gonzalez was huge at the net…
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Local Election Results for the Morongo Basin (Updated 11/7)
Updated 11/7 @ 7:00 A.M. As ballots continue to be counted, we have an update on…
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