The kick-off event for the 85th annual Pioneer Days event begins today (October 1). The event will be held from 5-9 p.m. in front of the Desert Storm Homecoming & Victory Parade mural on the Desert Cycle Works building (6177 Adobe Road) in Twentynine Palms; and will feature food, music, and information on all upcoming Pioneer Days events. The community is invited to meet the 2021 Grand Marshals (John & Marsha Cole), Judge & Sheriff (Chrissy McGrorty & Kelly McGrorty), and purchase a 2021 Pioneer Days button. For more information, call 760-367-7562.