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.

Local News

Adeline J. WellsApril 30, 2026

Find your next best friend on “National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day” today

Calling all animal lovers! April 30 is a national day aimed at raising awareness about many animals waiting in shelters…
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Joshua Tree

Adeline J. WellsApril 23, 2026

Learn vehicle maintenance and desert driving basics at workshop this Saturday in Joshua Tree (4/25)

If you’ve ever been stuck in the sand, you know that our landscape can pose unique challenges to driving a…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsApril 4, 2026

Casa Oaxaca’s colorful mural sparks interest in Joshua Tree

If you have recently driven along Sunburst Street in Joshua Tree, you have likely noticed a brightly painted, two-story house…
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Crime & Public Safety

Adeline J. WellsMarch 27, 2026

Jury delivers verdict in hit-and-run case, victim’s family says “We got justice”

Troy Reynolds was found guilty on all counts yesterday afternoon. Reynolds was the suspect in a hit-and-run collision from the…
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Crime & Public Safety

Adeline J. WellsMarch 26, 2026

Troy Reynolds found guilty in hit-and-run death of Joshua Barreras

On Thursday (3/26) afternoon, Troy Reynolds was found guilty on all counts related to a hit-and-run collision that claimed the…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsMarch 25, 2026

Troy Reynolds takes the stand in hit-and-run trial: “I wasn’t thinking correctly”

Troy Reynolds returned to court yesterday (03/24) morning for a jury trial. Reynolds is the suspect in a fatal hit-and-run…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsMarch 21, 2026

Film screening, art show featuring Senon Williams this Sunday (3/21) at the Firehouse

On Sunday afternoon, a pop-up exhibition featuring the work of artist Senon Williams will be held at the Firehouse in…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsMarch 20, 2026

Hit-and-run trial begins as detectives present testimony

Troy Reynolds returned to court for a jury trial yesterday morning. Reynolds is the suspect in a hit-and-run collision that…
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Local News

Adeline J. WellsMarch 11, 2026

Hit-and-run trial begins, Judge rules on evidence for both parties

The jury trial related to a fatal hit-and-run collision from 2024 began last week, with the judge making several rulings…
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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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Adeline J. Wells

Find your next best friend on “National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day” today

Learn vehicle maintenance and desert driving basics at workshop this Saturday in Joshua Tree (4/25)

Casa Oaxaca’s colorful mural sparks interest in Joshua Tree

Jury delivers verdict in hit-and-run case, victim’s family says “We got justice”

Troy Reynolds found guilty in hit-and-run death of Joshua Barreras

Troy Reynolds takes the stand in hit-and-run trial: “I wasn’t thinking correctly”

Film screening, art show featuring Senon Williams this Sunday (3/21) at the Firehouse

Hit-and-run trial begins as detectives present testimony

Hit-and-run trial begins, Judge rules on evidence for both parties

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

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