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.…

What is Sunfair? A look at the “Wild West” dry lake outside Joshua Tree

Listen here: The expansive chunk of open desert sits just northeast of Joshua Tree, and depending on who you ask - it can be a lot of things.  If you ask Google - Sunfair is a dispersed camping paradise, with plenty of YouTube videos showing content creators waking up to catch beautiful sunrises with their drone as the arid lake serves as a backdrop to their adventure van setup. Locals may know it a little different as its proximity to neighborhoods mean many locals can use it to go do a little…

“Seis de Mayo” at Johnson Valley Community Center today (5/6)

If you thought Cinco De Mayo was fun, then prepare yourself for a 2nd round at the Johnson Valley Improvement Association’s Margarittaville Bar and Grill this afternoon on the 6th of May. The bar will be setup under the shade pergola at the front entrance of the community center starting at 3PM and the Taco Grill will be serving at 6. They will have carne asada, beef, pork, or chicken with salsa rice and beans. Admission is $12 per person and includes a free margarita along with those tacos and…

Yucca Valley Pedestrian Improvement Projects completed

The pedestrian improvement projects on Onaga Trl and Little League Drive in Yucca Valley have been completed - with new sidewalks, ramps, gutters and other improvements added to both of the heavily-trafficked streets. The improvements can be seen on Onaga Trail starting just west of Yucca Valley High School - with even more dramatic changes on Little League Drive. Both projects have fresh sidewalks, signage and striping along with ADA-compliant ramps for safer crossings - however Little League…

“Shred it and Forget it” this Monday, 5/8

Spring cleaning is satisfying, but it should also be secure! Shred all those personal papers that can hold important identifying information at Desert Arc’s Shred It and Forget It event being held this Monday at the old Hi-Desert Star parking in Yucca Valley.  It’s $5 to shred a box of paperwork or $10 per hard drive. Medical records, financial and legal documents, and other personal information will be destroyed securely right on site. That’s happening this upcoming Monday the 8th and on the…

May is Motorcycle Safety Month

Southern California is a motorcycle-enthusiast’s dream - with more rideable sunny days down here than almost anywhere else in the county. The hi desert can be extra active with moto-traffic, especially as spring has thawed out lots of motorcycle riders who were waiting out an especially wet winter. Increased motorcycle traffic means an increased risk for both riders and autos, especially during busy weekends when car and pedestrian traffic can create ample distractions. If you are a driver -…

Respect, Connect and Protect our National Conservation Lands

If you are familiar with my friends Smokey Bear or Woodsy Owl, you may have to look a little lower to find the latest mascot that’s here to help remember visitors to protect our valuable conservation lands. A "spokespebble" is leading a new campaign to help us remember to Respect, Connect and Protect our National Conservation Lands  The Conservation Lands Foundation has launched a new campaign to help visitors to popular BLM lands remember to respect and connect with the lands we…

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…