Local News
Local news, events and information for the Morongo Basin: Joshua Tree, Yucca Valley, Twentynine Palms, Morongo Valley, Landers, Wonder Valley, and all other unincorporated areas of the hi-desert.
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2026 – 2027 Back to School Schedule for Morongo Unified School District
School begins across the Morongo Unified School District on Monday, August 10 Back-to-school events kick off this week. Registration for…
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Public comments at Yucca Valley Town Council hints at road ahead for rodeo
Yucca Valley residents active on social media have probably seen the myriad of dueling posts about bringing a rodeo back…
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The Beatnik Lounge Open Mic carries the spirit of accessibility and variety this Saturday (7/25)
The Beatnik Lounge is holding their monthly open mic this Saturday, hosted by local folk chanteuse Frances Whetsaw. Reporter Gabriel…
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Rock n’ roll trio Flames of Durga debuts new lineup with outdoor Sunday show (07/26)
On Thursday afternoon, local band Flames of Durga joined me on the air at Z107.7FM. The group is fronted by…
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Gear swap and new musician shop The Noise Floor this Sunday in Joshua Tree
The Noise Floor is a new music shop and teaching facility opening soon in Joshua Tree – and you can…
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79 year-old arrested for allegedly driving car into worker on closed road in Yucca Valley
An alleged road rage incident involving a sewer contractor in Yucca Valley led to the arrest of a 79 year-old…
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If the ground is too hot for humans, it’s too hot for dogs
Human beings aren’t the only ones bearing the brunt of the dog days of summer. Canines have to contend with…
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Copper Mountain College seeking two District Board positions
The Copper Mountain Community College District is seeking candidates for two District Board positions. The CMC College District Governing Board…
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway offering free rides for military personnel
If you need to cool off during the weekend heat wave, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is offering free rides…
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Happy 3rd of July? Yucca Valley considers moving annual fireworks celebration one day earlier
A temporary date change for this year’s Independence Day celebrations could become something more permanent. Recreation Coordinator Tommie Jones presented…
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“Slumped over” driver arrested in Landers for suspected weapon possession, drug use
A vehicle check in Landers led to the arrest of a convicted felon allegedly under the influence of drugs and…
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Yucca Valley Film Festival opens submissions for 8th annual event
The Yucca Valley Film Festival has announced that all local Morongo Basin-based filmmakers can submit their work to the widely-recognized…
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Theatre 29 Summer Youth Program performers will be live in studio this Friday (7/24)
Since June 22, sixty-one Morongo Basin kids have been learning music, lyrics, lines, and choreography as they get ready to…
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YVARC expected to complete construction by Fall, possibly operating by the holidays
The Yucca Valley Aquatics and Recreation Center (YVARC) is on track for a fall completion date, despite some contractor delays.…
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Fire destroys squatter-occupied home in Wonder Valley
A fire destroyed a house that was allegedly occupied by squatters in Wonder Valley. On Tuesday (July 22) at around…
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Basin Transit Board meets Thursday (7/23) to consider advertising on display systems inside buses
The Basin Transit Board of Directors meets in regular session on Thursday afternoon (July 23). The Board will consider authorizing…
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California State Parks are seeking quilters for Centennial Celebration Quilt
The California State Park System is celebrating 100 years with a one-of-a-kind quilt project. In honor of the 1927–2027 Centennial…
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California Welcome Center seeking art for 8th Annual Exhibit, deadline is 8/8
The California Welcome Center in Yucca Valley is seeking applicants for their 8th Annual Art Exhibit. The call is open…
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Summer blood shortage hits critical levels, donate this Friday in Yucca Valley (7/24)
The American Red Cross has declared a blood shortage after the nation’s blood supply declined nearly 25% in June. Blood…
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County’s Land Use Services office offers free advice in zoning and development proposals
Did you know the County offers free advice when it comes to zoning and development proposals? On last Friday’s (July…
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