Adeline J. Wells

Adeline J. Wells is a reporter and on-air DJ at Z107.7. A native of the Midwest, she graduated from the University of Wisconsin with degrees in Political Science and Environmental Studies. When not writing, she enjoys desert drives, learning to play the banjo, and going dancing.

Crime & Public Safety

Adeline J. WellsMarch 3, 2026

Former Marine pleads guilty to manslaughter in 2020 DUI case

A former Marine returned to court last week and pleaded guilty to manslaughter related to a three-car, alcohol-induced collision. On…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsFebruary 26, 2026

Hit-and-run case from 2024 expected to proceed with trial on March 3

After two years of court proceedings, a jury trial will begin next week in the case of a fatal hit-and-run…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsFebruary 19, 2026

Morongo Basin libraries seek three-person teams for annual Spell-A-Thon

Do you know how to spell onomatopoeia? How about acquiesce, or chrysanthemum? Whether you’re a student or a spelling whiz,…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsFebruary 18, 2026

Hit-and-run trial continued as attorneys seek resolution; jury trial expected to begin 2/24

Troy Reynolds, the suspect in a 2024 hit-and-run collision that killed Yucca Valley teenager Joshua Barreras, returned to court yesterday…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsFebruary 17, 2026

Asylum seeker continues to navigate legal immigration process with support from some residents in the Morongo Basin

Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly referred to as ICE, has been at the forefront of President Trump’s campaign to crackdown…
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Arts & Entertainment

Adeline J. WellsFebruary 1, 2026

Mojave Zine Fest coming to Twentynine Palms and they are seeking your submissions

On May 15 and 16, Corner 62 in Twentynine Palms will host the inaugural Mojave Zine Fest. Shortened from fanzine,…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsJanuary 23, 2026

Marjorie Prime brings poignant family drama to Theatre 29

I had the pleasure of attending the opening weekend of Theatre 29’s production of Marjorie Prime, directed by Eddie A.…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsJanuary 22, 2026

Troy Reynolds trial to begin in February; Judge stresses composure to families

The suspect in a fatal hit-and-run case returned to court yesterday, and the case will move forward in February. Troy…
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Arts & Entertainment

Adeline J. WellsJanuary 14, 2026

Film Society showing Hitchcock’s Psycho on Friday (1/16), featuring speaker from film’s famous shower scene

Did you know that there is a group in the desert that regularly shows classic films? On Friday, January 16,…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsJanuary 6, 2026

Yucca Valley man arrested for brandishing a knife; PA announcements used during removal

A man was arrested for investigation into assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly brandishing a knife at a victim…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsJanuary 4, 2026

Local nonprofit wants to keep your pets safer from predators of all types in the hi-desert

DeAnn Lubell is a writer, publicist, and non-profit president based in Yucca Valley. Also an animal lover, in 2015 she…
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Arts & Entertainment

Adeline J. WellsDecember 18, 2025

Experimental , monochrome short films screening tonight (12/18) at the Firehouse in Joshua Tree

A series of experimental black and white films will be screening tonight at the Firehouse in Joshua Tree. On Thursday,…
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Arts & Entertainment

Adeline J. WellsDecember 13, 2025

Sunday surf rock show featuring local bands at Mojave Gold

On Sunday, Mojave Gold is turning into a surfside oasis with Desert Beach Party. The event features the music of…
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Arts & Entertainment

Adeline J. WellsDecember 5, 2025

Art show featuring photography of Orian Williams tonight (12/5) at the Firehouse JT

Tonight, the Firehouse in Joshua Tree will host a free exhibition titled B-Sides: The Photography of Orian Williams. The art…
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Arts & Entertainment

Adeline J. WellsNovember 29, 2025

Theatre 29 kicks off the holiday season with Nuncrackers Musical

I had the pleasure of attending the opening night of Theatre 29’s production of “Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical,” directed…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsNovember 26, 2025

Yucca Valley Senior Center remodel almost complete; Town seeking name suggestions

The Center has undergone a $3 million remodeling effort and is now nearing completion. Construction began in February 2025 and…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsNovember 24, 2025

Hit-and-run case to begin trial in early 2026

Troy Reynolds, the suspect in a 2024 hit-and-run collision that killed Yucca Valley teenager Joshua Barreras, returned to Court on…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsNovember 21, 2025

“Bowling for the Animals” this Saturday benefits Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter

On Saturday, Yucca Bowl is partnering with the Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter for “Bowling for the Animals. The event is…
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Arts & Entertainment

Adeline J. WellsNovember 20, 2025

Dance Mojave hosts showcase and live auction Saturday (11/22) at Spaghetti Western

On Saturday, November 22, Dance Mojave will host a mini-showcase and fundraiser at Spaghetti Western for the Desert Nutcracker: Tchaikovsky’s…
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Arts & Entertainment

Adeline J. WellsNovember 18, 2025

Copper Mountain College to host Annual Festival of Wreaths Sunday before Thanksgiving

On Sunday, November 23, Copper Mountain College will host their 16th Annual Festival of Wreaths as a festive kick-off to…
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Adeline J. Wells

Former Marine pleads guilty to manslaughter in 2020 DUI case

Hit-and-run case from 2024 expected to proceed with trial on March 3

Morongo Basin libraries seek three-person teams for annual Spell-A-Thon

Hit-and-run trial continued as attorneys seek resolution; jury trial expected to begin 2/24

Asylum seeker continues to navigate legal immigration process with support from some residents in the Morongo Basin

Mojave Zine Fest coming to Twentynine Palms and they are seeking your submissions

Marjorie Prime brings poignant family drama to Theatre 29

Troy Reynolds trial to begin in February; Judge stresses composure to families

Film Society showing Hitchcock’s Psycho on Friday (1/16), featuring speaker from film’s famous shower scene

Yucca Valley man arrested for brandishing a knife; PA announcements used during removal

Local nonprofit wants to keep your pets safer from predators of all types in the hi-desert

Experimental , monochrome short films screening tonight (12/18) at the Firehouse in Joshua Tree

Sunday surf rock show featuring local bands at Mojave Gold

Art show featuring photography of Orian Williams tonight (12/5) at the Firehouse JT

Theatre 29 kicks off the holiday season with Nuncrackers Musical

Yucca Valley Senior Center remodel almost complete; Town seeking name suggestions

Hit-and-run case to begin trial in early 2026

“Bowling for the Animals” this Saturday benefits Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter

Dance Mojave hosts showcase and live auction Saturday (11/22) at Spaghetti Western

Copper Mountain College to host Annual Festival of Wreaths Sunday before Thanksgiving

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