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.…

DONATE BLOOD IN YUCCA VALLEY IN TWO LOCATIONS TUESDAY, JULY 19

County blood supplies are still low, and you can help by donating some of yours this Wednesday July 20th at two different locations. Both the Hi Desert Medical Center and the Yucca Valley Stator Brothers East will be hosting Lifestream blood drives. Donors must be at least 15 years old and in good health - you’ll receive a free mini checkup while you are donating, and you can even score a beach towel while supplies last. You can set an appointment by calling LifeStream at 1-800-879-4484 or visit…

FREE ARETHA FRANKLIN TRIBUTE AT TORTOISE ROCK TONIGHT

A free outdoor tribute concert to Aretha Franklin is happening tonight at the Tortoise Rock Casino in 29 Palms. Charity Lockhart is hailed as one of the top vocalists in America and she will be belting out hits from the one and only queen of soul, her majesty Aretha Franklin. The concert is free and family friendly - it starts at 8PM and wraps up by 9:30 - seating is available or you can bring your own set of chairs for maximum relaxation. Visit https://www.tortoiserockcasino.com/ for more info.

YUCCA VALLEY OFFERS SUMMER SWIMMING LESSONS

The Town of Yucca Valley Aquatics Program has opened registration for Private Swim Lessons for the remainder of the summer season.Classes are being offered on Fridays, July 15th through August 12th at the following times:Morning Times: 9:00 AM9:45 AM10:30 AM And two evening times at: 5:45 PM6:30 PM Register Online HereYucca Valley Pool Office: 760-369-3703Or email Clayton at [email protected] Reporting for z1077 news, this is assignment reporter Robert Haydon.

ANIMAL ACTION LEAGUE OFFERS LOW-COST PET SERVICES IN JULY

If you have a pet that needs spayed, neutered, chipped or vaccinated - the Animal Action League will be holding clinics at their facilities on the highway near the dinosaurs in Joshua Tree during the month of July on the following dates: Wednesday - July 13thFriday - July 15thSaturday - July 16thWednesday July 20th through Saturday July 23rd. There will also be a microchip-only clinic on July 20th from 10AM to 2PM. To schedule an appointment for spaying and neutering, you can call the Animal…

JOSHUA TREE RETREAT CENTER FULL MOON HIKE AND SWIM TONIGHT

A full moon rises over the Morongo Basin tonight (July 12th) - and the Joshua Tree Retreat Center is holding an evening event to celebrate it. The Full Moon Hike and Swim starts at 7PM as the moon rises over the hills of Joshua Tree - with Yoga, meditation and a relaxing moonlit soak in the outdoor pool. Spaces are limited for the nighttime event - preregistration is $30 and you can get more information at https://jtrcc.org/

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE IN YUCCA VALLEY TOMORROW

Blood levels in the Morongo Basin are critically low - here's how you can help: A community blood drive will be held on Wednesday (July 13th) In the Yucca Valley Vons parking lot. If you are healthy and at least 15 years old, you can donate blood and receive a free mini physical that includes blood pressure, pulse, cholesterol and iron levels. You'll also receive a free beach towel while supplies last. The blood drive will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and you can set an appointment by…

PET MICROCHIP CLINIC TOMORROW

The Animal Action League mobile clinic will be offering their microchip services this Tuesday, July 12th at their main office in Joshua Tree. Microchipping your pet is a safe, permanent way to keep your contact information with your pet in the chance of them getting loose. The microchipping service costs sixteen dollars, and the clinic runs from 10am to 2pm at the Animal Action League’s main office on 62762 Twentynine Palms Highway. To schedule an appointment for spaying and neutering, you can…

TIPS ON CUTTING WATER USE FROM YOUR SWAMP COOLER

Swamp coolers can use as much as 90 gallons of water during triple digit days, and with a drought in full effect and hot summer days coming - the Joshua Basin Water District is urging owners of these evaporative coolers to follow some simple tips to help conserve water as well as save some money on your bill. Drawing window coverings to keep the sun out can keep temperatures down during the day, and running just the fan when temperatures drop at night can cool down your house without using any…

JAZZPUNK SHOW AT THE PALMS IN WONDER VALLEY TONIGHT

LISTEN TO THIS STORY HERE: Jazz and punk will meet in the middle of the desert this Saturday at the Palms in Wonder Valley. The Lost Quartet is Tony Mason, Danny Frankel, Twiggy Pop and Larry Copcar - and they will be joined by the Desert Queens and Phog Masheen for a sonic cornucopia that promises to be anything but tidy. The show starts at 7:30PM on the indoor stage. Those looking to make it a weekend can camp for free on the surrounding BLM land and come back to the Palms on Sunday at 9AM for…