Combat Center
Johnson Valley shared use area closed from 8/18 – 8/28
The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center is closing the Johnson Valley Shared Use Area from August 18-28, while the Marine Corps Conducts critical military training. In addition to the August closure, they have announced new closure dates for…
Military Training will increase noise coming from Combat Center this month
The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center has issued an advisory about an increase in noise in August and the first half of September. A series of training events called a Service Level Training Exercise, involving Marines and Joint Forces, will…
Free 6-week Yoga class for veterans offered by Mil-Tree
A free six-week yoga class is available to veterans and the greater hi desert community beginning this Saturday (August 5). This class - with a focus on gentle yoga - will help men and woman find ease and calm through breath, movement, and…
Two Back-to-School backpack giveaways on August 11
Two backpack giveaways have been announced for one weekend in August. The Morongo Unified School District will be distributing backpacks and food at an event at Joshua Tree Elementary on August 11. This year, the annual event is in partnership…
Military to receive 5.2% pay increase, King of Hammers protected
The 2024 National Defense Authorization Act - or NDAA - was passed by the US House of Representatives last week - and a provision authored by Congressman Jay Obernolte protects the annual King of the Hammers event which takes place on shared-use…
MCAGCC to get new Commanding General
The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms will soon be under the command of Brigadier General Thomas B. Savage. Brigadier General Savage will be the Commanding General of the Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command,…
HAM Radio License Exam coming to Yucca Valley (6/24)
We’re of course big fans of radio here at Z107.7, and the Morongo Basin’s geographical isolation has long been a playground for amateur radio operators. Taking a drive around the mesa or out highway 62, you may spot some extra tall radio…
“Ocotillo Gate” entrance closed at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center
The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center has closed the entrance known as the Ocotillo Gate until further notice. This closure is due to massive flooding resulting in a sink hole. There will be a road closure at the intersection of Morongo…
“Brandon Act” mental health support approved by Dept. of Defense
The Brandon Act is a law that creates a self-initiated referral process for service members seeking a mental health evaluation and aims to reduce stigma by allowing them to seek help confidentially. The Brandon Act is named after Petty Officer…
Combat Center conducting emergency support exercises Apr. 10-14
The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Installation Support Division has announced that they will be conducting emergency support exercises starting today (April 10) through Friday (April 14). This exercise will include two specific…
Historical Highlight: The Heroes of Desert Storm
Over the years, many films have been shot here in the Morongo Basin, including a featured “ABC Movie of the Week” called “The Heroes of Desert Storm” that highlighted events from the first Iraq war. About eight months after the real Desert Storm…
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Dance Mojave hosting a sneak peek fundraiser for the upcoming production of “The Desert Nutcracker”
On Saturday, November 23, Dance Mojave is hosting a fundraising event to help…
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