The Twentynine Palms City Council is composed of five district representatives, and this Fall, three seats will be up for election in districts 3, 4, and 5. All incumbents have pulled their papers and plan to run again, specificallyDistrict 3 - Councilmember Daniel L. Mintz, Sr.District 4 - Mayor Karmolette O'GilvieDistrict 5 - Mayor Pro Tem McArthur WrightAny resident interested in throwing their hat in the ring should note that the nomination period ends on August 11. To be eligible for…

The city of Twentynine Palms is gearing up for the 86th Annual Pioneer Days October 13-16 and is now taking submissions for a related Button Design Contest. All artwork must fit on a three-inch diameter button and incorporate the theme of "Let Freedom Ring!” Deadline for submissions is Friday, August 12, at 5:00 pm. Judging will take place in September and the winner will be announced on Saturday, October 1 at the Pioneer Days Kick Off Event. For more info, call Scott Clinkscales at…

After 40 years of highlighting the past, the Twentynine Palms Historical Society will celebrate itself and look to the future with an outdoor summer feast. The Twentynine Palms Historical Society is hosting a community barbecue to celebrate their 40th anniversary. The event will take place on Saturday, August 20, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Old Schoolhouse Museum, 6760 National Park Drive. Pitmaster Larry Bowden will serve up his locally world-famous tri-tip, in addition to the salads,…

The city of Twentynine Palms will soon host an election for three of the five city council seats and nominations are currently open through August 11. The Twentynine Palms City Council is composed of five district representatives, and this Fall, three seats will be up for election in districts 3, 4, and 5. All incumbents have pulled their papers and plan to run again, specifically: District 3 - Councilmember Daniel L. Mintz, Sr.District 4 - Mayor Karmolette O'GilvieDistrict 5 - Mayor Pro…