Robert Haydon

County Firefighters from Twentynine Palms Provide Assistance in Big Bear

September 8, 2022

County Firefighters from Twentynine Palms Provide Assistance in Big Bear

Brush Patrol 44 from Station 44 in Twentynine Palms is assisting with the “Radford Fire” near Big Bear. The unit is part of a San Bernardino County Fire Protection District’s “Gel Task Force, a 20 person Task Force composed of smaller Brush Patrol units with special fire resistant gel, which aids in defending structures and infrastructure. The task force traveled on Tuesday to the Snow Summit ski resort near Big Bear, where they worked to protect structures and ski lift infrastructure. Though…

Yucca Valley man arrested in Hit and Run investigation

by Robert Haydon

September 8, 2022

Yucca Valley man arrested in Hit and Run investigation

An investigation into a hit and run in July that resulted in two victims being airlifted to the hospital has led to an arrest of the suspected driver, according to a press release by the San Bernardino County Sheriff. Yucca Valley resident David Alderson was arrested on Wednesday, Sept. 7 for suspected felony hit and run. The detectives served a search warrant at a residence in the 58800 block of Yucca Trail, where Alderson was taken into custody without incident. During the search of the…

Animal Action League Pet Clinics for Thurs. and Fri (9/8 – 9/9)

by Robert Haydon

September 8, 2022

Animal Action League Pet Clinics for Thurs. and Fri (9/8 – 9/9)

Go get those pets primped and pampered at the Animal Action League’s pet clinics today and tomorrow. If you have a furry friend that needs spayed, neutered, vaccinated or microchipped, the non-profit Animal Action League has low-costs services available at their main office today and tomorrow from 10AM to 2PM. Show up today (Thursday 9/8) for vaccines and microchipping - and if you need a spay or neutering appointment you can call the office at 760-366-1100 to make an appointment for…

CHP reports 6 DUI arrests over Labor Day Weekend

by Robert Haydon

September 7, 2022

TWENTYNINE PALMS MAN ACCUSED OF CONTINUOUS SEXUAL ABUSE OF CHILDREN FOR 8 YEARS

If you were out on Highway 62 over Labor Day weekend, you may have seen the DUI checkpoint that was setup just east of Joshua Tree on Saturday, Sept 22nd.From 7PM to 2AM, the CHP did a sobriety and driver license check - they screened 573 vehicles, determined 7 of those drivers were under the influence of drugs and or alcohol - and arrested two of those for driving under the influence. There was a total of 6 DUI arrests over the holiday weekend.

This Week in Hi Desert Podcasts – Native gardening, the magic decade and life and death

by Robert Haydon

September 5, 2022

If you haven’t checked out Z107.7’s podcasts - we have new episodes every week so you can listen to the sounds and voices of the hi desert, no matter where you are. The Unique Garden Show has a new episode today and the podcasts are back - you’ll find that episode and all future episodes on our site. Ben Vaughn will be exploring the magic decade of the 60’s on his latest episode - that’s airing today on Z107.7 and will be available as a podcast shortly after. Pat Kearns continues to find new…

Joshua Tree International Astronomy Art & Imaging Festival this weekend

by Robert Haydon

September 2, 2022

Joshua Tree International Astronomy Art & Imaging Festival this weekend

Dark skies can give high desert residents a view of the celestial bodies above us that most others don’t get to see. The Joshua Tree International Astronomy Art & Imaging Festival starts tonight Sept 2nd and runs all Labor Day Weekend at the Joshua Tree Lake RV + Campground. Modern Astrophotography from all over the world will be projected in high definition on a giant outdoor screen - with talks and slideshow presentations by renowned artists and photographers. Telescopes will be aimed at…

CleanSWEEP school program suspended by Sheriff’s Department

by Robert Haydon

September 1, 2022

CleanSWEEP school program suspended by Sheriff’s Department

A school program intended to address minor non-criminal offenses is being suspended by the Sheriff’s Department. SB County Sheriff Dicus said “an abundance of caution” is being taken in suspending CleanSWEEP - which is a disciplinary program that is designed to address minor offenses in the school system through non-criminal procedures - with a focus on keeping kids in school and out of suspension and expulsion procedures. According to a press release sent on August 31st - the Sheriff’s…

SpaceX Starlink satellites could dot desert skies tonight

by Robert Haydon

August 30, 2022

SpaceX Starlink satellites could dot desert skies tonight

Another round of Starlink satellites is set for launch from the Vandenburg Space Force Base tonight at 10:40. The satellite launches will be the fifth this month for a total of 37 SpaceX launches this year - already outpacing their launch schedule last year. If you haven’t seen a SpaceX Starlink launch and you don’t know what you are looking at, it can be confusing at first. Previous launches have had over 50 satellites suddenly appear in a long dotted line, appearing like a moving line of space…

Yucca Valley home spared in late night garage fire on Inca Trail

by Robert Haydon

August 29, 2022

Yucca Valley home spared in late night garage fire on Inca Trail

A fire in a garage attached to a single family home in Yucca Valley was quickly put out by the San Bernardino County Fire Department last night (Aug 26) - sparing the attached home. Firefighters quickly responded to reports of an attached garage on fire on the 7500 block on Inca Trail in Yucca Valle. Upon arrival they found that the fire had already burned through the roof of the structure, but firefighters aggressively pushed the flames back and were able to save the attached furnished home.…

Yucca Valley Trojans Football Beat Lancaster 35-28

by Robert Haydon

August 29, 2022

Yucca Valley Trojans Football Beat Lancaster 35-28

The Yucca Valley Trojans Football team beat Lancaster 35-28. Javin Hudson was the player of the game with three touchdowns and 97 yards receiving. Stephon Rogers rushed for 134 yards and Michael Ramos passed for 110 yards on the night. Paul Cole led the defense in tackles. Hudson had an interception and returned it for a TD. Myles Harper caused a fumble and recovered it. Head coach Jeremy Johnson said he is “really proud of this team and how they played to get the win vs a big, fast, much…

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