Robert Haydon is the Online News Editor at Z107.7 He graduated from University of Oregon's School of Journalism, with a specialty in Electronic Media. Over the years, he has worked in television news, documentary film, and advertising and marketing.…

Eddie Stice inducted into Yucca Valley High School Hall of Fame for 2023

The Yucca Valley High School Hall of Fame committee has selected Eddie Stice as the 2023 Hall of Fame inductee. Stice, a 1972 graduate of Yucca Valley High School, will be inducted at the annual YVHS Renaissance Awards ceremonies on May 24 at 6:00 pm in the high school gymnasium. The public is invited to attend and admission is free. Eddie Stice graduated from Cal Poly with a Bachelors degree in Natural Resources and a Masters degree in Educational Psychology, after which he volunteered in…

Is it ok to burn? Check California fire restrictions, burn status and permits online

As this weekend’s weather shows - hotter weather is returning and its a good idea to keep an eye on where burning is permitted here in San Bernardino County. Currently throughout the county there are no burn restrictions - but you still need a permit to burn vegetation and other types of fires. CAL FIRE has recently revamped their website so you can easily apply for burn permits online, as well as check conditions and permissions. You can visit the website at burnpermit.fire.ca.gov

Pejman Elahi found Guilty in 8 of 9 counts, including attempted murder

Listen Here: The jury in the Pejman Elahi trial returned a Guilty verdict in 8 of the 9 counts against him. Count 1, 2 and 3 were the most serious of the charges - Attempted murder and assault with a firearm. As the verdict was read, Elahi could be seen gently shaking his head in disagreement with each count. In the first three counts there were additional considerations against Elahi - possession and discharge of a firearm, as well as discharging a firearm at another person. All of these…

Pejman Elahi Trial heads toward verdict as prosecution and defense rest

Listen here: Prosecuting Attorney Heather Razook recalled law enforcement testimony on Tuesday morning. Detective Halloway of the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department was back on the stand clarifying the photo lineup that he showed to the victim to help identify Pejman Elahi as the suspected shooter in the November 9th incident. Firefighter and Paramedic Nicolas Vasquez also took the stand for the prosecution - describing the scene when he arrived at Brianna Schan’s residence - the scene…

Signup for Flying Doctors Golf Tournament this Saturday, Apr. 29

The Flying Doctors SOCAL Golf Tournament Present by VFW Post 72643 is happening this Saturday, April 29th at Hawk’s Landing in Yucca Valley. The tourney will feature on course games like longest drive, closest to the pin and putting contests. There is also a $10,000 Hole in One Chance. The Flying Doctors just recently held an event here at Copper Mountain College where they provided free medical, dental and vision services to hundreds of Morongo Basin residents in need. The tournament is $75 a…

Attempted Murder east of 29: The Pejman Elahi Trial So Far

The testimony at the trial of Pejman Elahi will continue into its second week starting this Tuesday - and z107.7 will be giving daily reports up until the verdict. With so many eyewitness testimonies jumping around in time a bit - we thought we’d take a step back and look at the case, the major people involved and the two incidents that resulted in 9 charges against Elahi. Attempted Murder and Assault with a Firearms Charges Counts 1, 2 and 3 are the most serious - they cover the Attempted…

Nail-Trim Clinic at Animal Action League today, Apr. 24

The Animal Action League will be holding their world famous drive-through nail trim only clinic today (April 24). From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., you can have your pet’s nails trimmed for only $7 per pet, no appointment necessary. The Animal Action League is located at 62762 Twentynine Palms Highway in Joshua Tree. Remember that this is a nail-trim only clinic, no vaccine or microchip services will be offered. The Animal Action League reserves the right to refuse service based on pets…

Free admission to Joshua Tree National Park for Earth Day

National Park Week begins today, in conjunction with Earth Day, and runs until April 30. To kick off the celebration and to commemorate the beautiful planet we live upon, entrance fees to all National Parks will be waived today. The National Park Service want to encourage everyone to enjoy their national parks in person. Spring is a busier season here in Joshua Tree - and avoid idling in your car waiting to get into the National Park by entering though the lesser-used north entrance in…

“Butterflies and Skippers of Joshua Tree National Park” Earth Day lecture Sunday (4/23) at MDLT

The Mojave Desert Land Trust will also be hosting a spring lecture on desert pollinators tomorrow at their headquarters in Joshua Tree. Dr, Gordon Pratt is the coauthor of the book ‘The Butterflies and Skippers of Joshua Tree National Park.” and the lecture will cover the butterflies you may encounter in the national park as well as offer guidance on how to make your own butterfly habitat using native plants and other things. You can also get a peek at the Mojave Desert Discovery Garden before…

Free Smoke Alarms for those in need in Morongo Basin

The High Desert Emergency Action Alliance, Morongo and the Morongo Basin Fire Council are dedicated to eliminating preventable injuries, deaths, property damage, and loss in our community due to a lack of working smoke alarms.  Did you know working smoke alarms should be in each sleeping space, in the hallway outside of bedrooms, and on every floor of the home? If you are lacking these life-saving devices in your home, and are having trouble purchasing these items due to a disability, or lack of…