Adeline J. Wells
Reporter
adeline@z1077fm.com
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.
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June 4, 2026
Asylum seeker released and returns to new life and community in the Morongo Basin
After months in detention, an asylum seeker building a life in the Morongo Basin has been released on bond. Reporter Adeline J. Wells picks it up from here…
May 16, 2026
Mojave Zine Fest continues today at Corner 62 in Twentynine Palms
The inaugural Mojave Zine Fest will take place throughout the Morongo Basin this upcoming weekend (May 15 and 16). Founded by desert dwellers Natalie Raymond and Rita Lilly, the…
May 14, 2026
Theatre 29 celebrates seasons of life and friendship with “Steel Magnolias”
I had the pleasure of attending the opening night of Theatre 29’s production of Steel Magnolias, directed by Lisa Hodgson. The play by Robert Harling opened Off-Broadway in…
May 12, 2026
Suspect in December shooting returned to court for murder case
On Friday (May 8) morning, Nicholas Lee returned to court for an early disposition hearing before Judge Sarah Oliver. Lee is the suspect in a shooting that resulted…
May 6, 2026
Troy Reynolds sentenced to 4 years in prison
On Wednesday morning (5/6), Troy Reynolds was sentenced to four years in state prison for his role in the hit-and-run collision that killed sixteen-year-old Joshua Barreras. Reynolds was accused of striking the…
April 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 across the country. Here is reporter Adeline J.…
April 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 vehicle. This weekend, the Firehouse is hosting an…
April 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 across the street from the old JT Elementary…
March 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 night of January 26, 2024, on Twentynine Palms…
March 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 life of a Yucca Valley teenager. Morongo Basin…
March 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 collision from January 26, 2024, that killed Joshua…