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.…

Phil Bonafede talks rattlesnakes, wild west, gardening and more on “Up Close Show” this Friday (12/20)

Rattlesnakes, dogs, a wild west show and gardening. Phil Bonafede That’s the eclectic lineup as local icon Phil Bonafede joins host Gary Daigneault for the Z107.7 “Up Close” show this Friday (12/20). Phil teaches K9 Rattlesnake Aversion classes, founded the "Rattlesnake Removal Team”, teaches a professional Rattlesnake Wrangler class, and relocates rattlesnakes. He is the founder of the "Mane Street Stampede Wild West Show" in Pioneertown and "Joshua Tree Gardening."…

“The Sound of Music” director on Up Close Show this Friday (12/6)

Theatre 29 will hold a Gala Opening night Friday (12/6) at 6PM for the Classic Broadway Musical hit “The Sound of Music.” The co-director and Music Director of the show, Bianca Stoker, will be the guest on the Z107.7 “Up Close” show this Friday (12/6) at 10:00am. Host Gary Daigneault will talk with her about the show, the production, The cast, and the staff. Tickets for the show are available at theatre29.org Hear all about “The Sound of Music” on the Z107.7 up close show, live on z107.7 at…

Yucca Valley “Holiday Celebration” features 80 tons of real snow this Saturday (12/7)

The Town of Yucca Valley is hosting their annual “Holiday Celebration” this Saturday, and it will feature special guests Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and Z107.7’s own Cody Joseph, along with vendors, activities and real snow. Clayton Rardon from Yucca Valley’s Park’s and Recreation office was on a recent episode of Z107.7’s Up Close Show, and he told host Gary Daigneault all about the event. Clayton: “And then, December 7th, from 10 AM until 3 PM, we have a winter holiday celebration with over 50…

Yucca Valley Parks and Rec on “Up Close Show” tomorrow (11/22)

Clayton Rardon and Jakub “Kuba” Kusmieruk will be the guests on the Z107.7 “Up Close” show this Friday (11/22). They will join host Gary Daigneault with a close look at what is going on now, being planned, and coming up soon for residents of the town. A new focus on public art, the upcoming Tree Lighting ceremony, Winter Holiday Celebration, as well as a new Youth Basketball league will be discussed along with ongoing daily and weekly activities and programs. It’s all about the Town of Yucca of…

Up Close Show: Rock Rumble Royale bouldering competition coming to JTNP

The Inaugural "29 Palms Rock Rumble Royale: A Bouldering Competition and Conservation Event" is coming to Joshua Tree National Park on December 13th and 14th. Organizer Seth Zaharias will be the guest on the Z107.7 “Up Close” show This Friday (11/15). The event will combine fierce competition among top climbers and recreational climbers and focus on environmental conservation. Hear all the plans for what is projected to become the premier bouldering and conservation event in the U.S.…

Film Festival Director Matt Buerois on “Up Close Show” tomorrow (11/8)

The 6th annual Yucca Valley Film Festival kicks off this weekend at the Yucca Valley Community Center. Join Film Festival Director Matt Buerois and Yucca Valley Recreation Supervisor Clayton Rardon on the Z107.7 “Up Close” show this Friday for a close look at the event. With 50 movies over three days in different genres and styles. The Festival is free and will host A-list directors, producers, creators, and talent. It’s all about the Yucca Valley Film Festival on the Z107.7 “Up Close” show with…

Election day special on “Up Close Show” on Friday (11/1)

Election day is Tuesday, November 5th and tomorrow's “Up Close Show with Gary Daigneault" will take a close look at the candidates and the issues. Host Gary Daigneault will outline National, State, County, and Local decisions on the ballot. He will explain the confusing California Propositions, what do they say, what do they really mean, and who benefits. Local candidates will be invited to call in and give a last pitch. It’s all about the elections, this Friday at 10:00am on the…

Twentynine Palms City Council District 1 on “Up Close Show with Gary Daigneault” Friday (10/25)

The City of Twentynine Palms City Council, District 1, will be the focus of the Z107-7 Up Close show this Friday (10/25). Incumbent Steve Bilderain and challenger Carrie Williams have been invited to talk with host Gary Daigneault about the challenges facing the growing city. Get informed on local issues and get to know the candidates better on the Z107.7 "Up Close" show, live on Z107.7 and a podcast at z1077fm.com Friday at 10:00AM

Twentynine Palms City Special Events coordinator Scott Clinkscales on “Up Close Show” this Friday (10/18)

For the past 87 years, the Twentynine Palms community has celebrated their rich ranching, mining, and Native American history. This weekend, the 88th annual Pioneer Days will feature a parade, pancake dinner, numerous events and the all-day “Frontier Fest” at the downtown Freedom Plaza. On Friday's Up Close Show with Gary Daigneault, he will talk with city special events Coordinator Scott Clinkscales about the history and the events. It’s all about Pioneer Days, on the Z107;7 “Up Close”…