Gary Daigneault, Author at Z107.7 FM Joshua Tree

Illegal food trucks in Morongo Basin can expect inspections, but only after a complaint is filed

December 8, 2023

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON ON THE UP CLOSE SHOW FRIDAY

On Friday’s Z107.7 Up Close Show, host Gary Daigneault spoke with Chair of the County Board of Supervisors Dawn Rowe. The conversation turned to technological innovation in county government, and Rowe explained that new tech is being used to combat a decidedly low-tech problem. “We have a new pilot program. Illegal food vending is becoming a problem. You can drive along Highway 62 at night and see them popping up right over by Pie for the People, down by Triangle Liquor. Not all of them are…

Mayor MacArthur Wright and City Manager Larry Bowden on “Up Close Show” tomorrow (12/8)

by Gary Daigneault

December 7, 2023

The City of Twentynine Palms has seen a renaissance in their downtown area and significant growth in investment of new small businesses. On the Z107.7 Up Close show this Friday (12/8) Mayor MacArthur Wright and Interim City Manager Larry Bowden will join host Gary Daigneault to take a close look at the City’s plans and directions. Hear the latest on the City’s Sewer System, new arts initiatives, and future plans. The latest from the City of Twentynine palms, this Friday, on the Z107.7 “Up Close”…

Dawn Rowe: Illegal dumping in the desert hard to catch but easy to report

by Gary Daigneault

December 6, 2023

On Friday’s Z107.7 Up Close Show, host Gary Daigneault spoke with Chair of the County Board of Supervisors Dawn Rowe. Daigneault spoke with Rowe about unfortunately commonplace issue of illegal dumping in the Morongo Basin“People dump for various reasons. They don't want to take it to the landfill, they don't want to pay the fees, they don't want to take the time out of their day, they think they can get away with it. We have some chronic dump sites where we will install cameras.…

“See Click Fix” app helps citizens easily report problems to SB County Public Works

by Gary Daigneault

December 4, 2023

On Friday’s Z107.7 Up Close Show, host Gary Daigneault spoke with Chair of the County Board of Supervisors Dawn Rowe. A caller asked Rowe how he can request a repair to a paved road in unincorporated Joshua Tree. Dawn Rowe said "We have an app, it's super easy to use on your phone, and I'm not particularly tech savvy. It's called "See Click Fix." So you see it, you click it, and we fix it. If you report it on that app, and it's kind of like a pin drop, it goes…

Yucca Valley Film Festival’s Matt Beurois on “Up Close Show” this Friday

by Gary Daigneault

November 2, 2023

This Friday’s Z107.7 “Up Close” show will feature the 5th annual Yucca Valley Film Festival. Festival Director Matt Beurois, an award-winning director, scriptwriter and producer, will join host Gary Daigneault with an overview of the free, 3-day event, sponsored by the Town of Yucca Valley. The events and screenings will take place at the Yucca Valley Community Center November 10-12. Hear all about the Yucca Valley Film Festival, this Friday (11/3) at 10:00 am here on Z107.7.

29 Palms Book Festival organizer Patrick Zuchowicki on Up Close Show Friday

by Gary Daigneault

October 26, 2023

Find out all about the first-ever Twentynine Palms Book Festival on the Z107.7 “Up Close” show with Gary Daigneault this Friday. Organizer Patrick Zuchowicki will talk about the debut of the Festival this Saturday which will feature a variety of free activities for the literary-minded. There will be live sessions, author interviews, and book signings. 31 authors are participating, and Author Ruth Nolan will join Zuchowicki and Daigneault. Get all the information about this debut literary event…

Editorial: Twentynine Palms High School Stadium should honor biggest supporter

by Gary Daigneault

October 24, 2023

Editorial: Twentynine Palms High School Stadium should honor biggest supporter

On October 20th, 2023, the ribbon was cut officially opening the much overdue Wildcat Stadium at Twentynine Palms High School. Z107.7 News Publisher Gary Daigneault offers this editorial opinion in support of a public effort to name the facility. The new stadium is 43 years overdue, Twentynine Palms High School athletic and graduation activities have been held at the aging Junior High School, the former High School site, since its opening in 1980. A grass roots effort has begun to name the new…

Pat Kearns explores more local music with Gary Daigneault on the “Up Close Show” tomorrow

by Gary Daigneault

October 19, 2023

This week’s “Up Close” show with Gary Daigneault continues a look at local musicians and venues with Local Music Showcase host Pat Kearns. With so much growth in the local music scene, Daigneault and Kearns ran out of time just a few weeks ago and scheduled another session. Local music will be featured, and Kearns will add some anecdotes and introductions. It’s all about local music, this Friday at 10:00 am here on Z107.7 radio.

History and future of Pioneer Days tomorrow on “Up Close Show”

by Gary Daigneault

October 12, 2023

This week's “Up Close” show will feature a celebration of the rich mining, ranching, and Native American roots of Twentynine Palms. Join City Community events coordinator Scott Clinkscales and Historical Society President Dana Bowden with host Gary Daigneault as they talk about the unique history and the upcoming Pioneer Days events in Twentynine Palms. The 87th Annual Pioneer Days, on the Z107.7 Up Close Show this Friday at 10:00 am here on Z107.7.

Gubler’s Orchids Founder Chris Gubler on “Up Close Show” tomorrow

by Gary Daigneault

October 5, 2023

This weekend is the 27th Annual Morongo Basin Orchid Festival, put on by the Yucca Valley Sunset Rotary club and hosted by the world renowned Gubler Orchids is this Saturday (October 7) and Sunday (October 8). Join Gubler Orchids Founder Chris Gubler on the Z107.7 Up Close Show this Friday (October 6) to hear the fascinating history and get an update on the entertainment and attractions.

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