Gary Daigneault

Gary Daigneault has been a broadcast journalist for 45 years with awards and citations from the Associated Press, National Association of Broadcasters, Radio-Television News Association, Radio Inc. Magazine, five “Golden Mic” and four “Mark Twain” awards. In 2010 he was inducted into the Associated Press Hall of Fame. Daigneault taught Broadcasting for 27 years. He is President of Theatre 29, six term Past-President of Rotary Clubs, Past-President of Twentynine Palms and Joshua Tree Chambers of Commerce and chaired the Joshua Tree National Park Commission. Gary and wife Cindy live in Twentynine Palms since 1979. They have two children and five grandchildren.

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Gary DaigneaultMarch 12, 2026

Pat Kearns will talk local music on Friday’s Up Close Show

The Morongo Basin has a vibrant and active music scene with studios and venues alive with talented local musicians. Every…
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Gary DaigneaultMarch 5, 2026

Flying Doctors’ Jeff Grabow talks free medical services this Friday on “Up Close Show”

A remarkable event offering free medical, dental, and vision services will be held at Yucca Valley High School this Saturday…
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Gary DaigneaultJanuary 29, 2026

Twentynine Palms Water District General Manager Matt Schragge on Up Close Show this Friday (1/30)

Since 1954, the Twentynine Palms Water District, formed by citizens, has been storing and delivering water. Over the years, the…
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Gary DaigneaultJanuary 15, 2026

Mayor Dan Mintz and City Manager Stone James on “Up Close Show” this Friday (1/16)

The City of Twentynine Palms is enjoying new energy, new growth and a spike in visitation. On the Z107.7 “Up…
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Gary DaigneaultDecember 18, 2025

San Bernardino County Fire Battalion Chief Travis Aguirre on “Up Close Show” Friday (12/19)

The holidays are upon us, and we want you and your family to enjoy the season in safety. San Bernardino…
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Gary DaigneaultDecember 11, 2025

Seth Zaharias talks Rock Rumble Royale on the “Up Close Show” this Friday (12/12)

This Friday’s “Up Close” show with Gary Daigneault will be all about the 2nd annual Rock Rumble Royale event in…
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Gary DaigneaultNovember 20, 2025

Dance duo on “The Up Close Show with Gary Daigneault” this Friday (11/21)

Dance Mojave’s Desert Nutcracker is back by popular demand. This reimagined performance of the holiday classic, set for December 5…
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Gary DaigneaultNovember 13, 2025

Rattlesnake relocator and Mane Street Stampeder Phil Bonafede on Up Close Show on Friday (11/14)

This week’s “Z107.7 “Up Close” show will feature the multi-faceted Phil Bonafede. Phil will talk with host Gary Daigneault about…
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Gary DaigneaultNovember 6, 2025

Caitlin Gill from Joshua Tree Astronomy Adventures join Gary Daigneault on the Up Close Show this Friday (11/7)

A new way to explore the Joshua Tree National Park offers a unique personal experience after dark. On the Z107.7…
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Gary DaigneaultOctober 16, 2025

Hi-Desert Water District discusses new sewer project and more on Up Close Show this Friday (10/17)

After a brief hiatus, the Hi-Desert Water District is back in full swing with Phase 2 of the sewer system…
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Gary DaigneaultSeptember 18, 2025

Hwy 62 Open Studio Art Tours on “Up Close Show” this Friday (9/19)

Over the first three weekends in October, the Hwy 62 Open Studio Art Tours is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for art…
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Gary DaigneaultSeptember 11, 2025

Talking trash on the Up Close Show this Friday (9/12)

Residents of California have seen a plethora of changes to requirements for trash and organic waste disposal. As state laws…
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Gary DaigneaultAugust 28, 2025

Morongo Basin Healthcare District’s Dianna Anderson on Up Close Show this Friday (8/29)

The Morongo Basin Healthcare District was first formed to provide medical care throughout the region. They work to ensure members…
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Arts & Entertainment

Gary DaigneaultJuly 24, 2025

Theatre 29 Summer Youth Program on “Up Close Show” this Friday (July 25)

The Theatre 29 Summer Youth Theatre Program takes the stage this weekend with 54 local kids in 2 age groups…
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Gary DaigneaultJuly 17, 2025

Keep-A-Breast Foundation founder Shaney Jo Darden on “Up Close Show” this Friday (7/18)

Now celebrating its 25th year, the Keep-A-Breast Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit with a mission to reduce breast cancer risk…
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Gary DaigneaultJuly 10, 2025

Hi-Desert Artists Gallery on Up Close Show this Friday (July 11)

A new art gallery in Yucca Valley is holding a fundraising silent and live auction Friday, July 11, and two…
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Gary DaigneaultJune 26, 2025

Yucca Valley Recreation Supervisor Clayton Rardon on “The Up Close Show with Gary Daigneault” on Friday (6/27)

The town of Yucca Valley offers a wide variety of activities for all ages. Sports, activities, special events, classes and…
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Gary DaigneaultJune 19, 2025

Twentynine Palms Community Development Director Keith Gardner on “Up Close Show” this Friday (6/20)

The City of Twentynine Palms is going through a growth spurt in both the public and private sectors with new…
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Gary DaigneaultJune 11, 2025

Submit questions for California’s 23rd District Congressional Candidates, on the “Up Close Show” this Friday (6/13)

The public is being invited to take part in a special edition of the Z107.7 “Up Close” show this Friday.…
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Gary DaigneaultMay 29, 2025

San Bernardino County Chairman Dawn Rowe live on “Up Close Show” this Friday (5/30)

The Chairman of the County Board of Supervisors, Dawn Rowe, will be the guest on the Z107.7 “Up Close” show…
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Gary Daigneault

Pat Kearns will talk local music on Friday’s Up Close Show

Flying Doctors’ Jeff Grabow talks free medical services this Friday on “Up Close Show”

Twentynine Palms Water District General Manager Matt Schragge on Up Close Show this Friday (1/30)

Mayor Dan Mintz and City Manager Stone James on “Up Close Show” this Friday (1/16)

San Bernardino County Fire Battalion Chief Travis Aguirre on “Up Close Show” Friday (12/19)

Seth Zaharias talks Rock Rumble Royale on the “Up Close Show” this Friday (12/12)

Dance duo on “The Up Close Show with Gary Daigneault” this Friday (11/21)

Rattlesnake relocator and Mane Street Stampeder Phil Bonafede on Up Close Show on Friday (11/14)

Caitlin Gill from Joshua Tree Astronomy Adventures join Gary Daigneault on the Up Close Show this Friday (11/7)

Hi-Desert Water District discusses new sewer project and more on Up Close Show this Friday (10/17)

Hwy 62 Open Studio Art Tours on “Up Close Show” this Friday (9/19)

Talking trash on the Up Close Show this Friday (9/12)

Morongo Basin Healthcare District’s Dianna Anderson on Up Close Show this Friday (8/29)

Theatre 29 Summer Youth Program on “Up Close Show” this Friday (July 25)

Keep-A-Breast Foundation founder Shaney Jo Darden on “Up Close Show” this Friday (7/18)

Hi-Desert Artists Gallery on Up Close Show this Friday (July 11)

Yucca Valley Recreation Supervisor Clayton Rardon on “The Up Close Show with Gary Daigneault” on Friday (6/27)

Twentynine Palms Community Development Director Keith Gardner on “Up Close Show” this Friday (6/20)

Submit questions for California’s 23rd District Congressional Candidates, on the “Up Close Show” this Friday (6/13)

San Bernardino County Chairman Dawn Rowe live on “Up Close Show” this Friday (5/30)

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