Forum at MDLT explores tourism’s effects on Morongo Basin and National Park
The Mojave Desert Land Trust was host to a forum last night on visitation and tourism to the National Park. Speaking on the panel was Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent Jane Rodgers, Morongo Basin Conservation Association (MBCA) President…
Basin Transit Board of Directors meeting this afternoon
The Basin Transit Board of Directors holds their regular meeting this afternoon (September 28). The board is expected to discuss board subcommittee assignments and receive an end of year fiscal update. They will also consider the approval of a…
Animal Action League holding Halloween-themed nail clinic tomorrow (9/29)
The Animal Action League is hosting their world famous Halloween themed drive-thru nail trim only clinic, or as they’re calling it, a “nail biting.” Pet paws will be clipped for just $7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow (September 29) no…
Enter your prized flowers in this year’s Orchid Festival
If you have a favorite Orchid at home, you can bring it to be judged by the Riverside/San Bernardino Orchid Society during the Morongo Basin Orchid Festival. The American Orchid Society Judged Show entries will be held on Friday, October 6, from…
Pat Kearns and the local music scene, tomorrow on the “Up Close Show”
The amazing talent and range of our local Morongo Basin Music scene will be the subject of the Z107.7 "Up Close" show this Friday (9/29). Join Pat Kearns, the host of the Z107.7 Local Music Showcase, and host Gary Daigneault as they…
Yucca Valley to reconsider marijuana shops ahead of changes in state law
Because of state mandates, the Town of Yucca Valley is considering updates to its zoning code to accommodate certain medical marijuana retailers. The California State Senate passed Senate Bill 1186, the Medicinal Cannabis Patients’ Right of…
Twentynine Palms City Council votes to study alternate locations for Wastewater Treatment Plant
The current proposed site has drawn ire from some residents and business owners who fear the plant will emit a stench that could affect quality of life and property values. Project engineers chose the current location, north of Highway 62 and…
Proposed Chuckwalla National Monument calls for Presidential proclamation, National Park expansion
A call for a new national monument south of Joshua Tree National Park gained more momentum after a meeting on Monday which brought together state representatives and local tribal leaders. The proposed Chuckwalla National Monument would be…
Banned books event this Sunday (10/1) at Space Cowboy Books
Our local Desert Split Open reading series will hold their annual celebration for Banned Books Week from 5-7PM this Sunday (October 1st) at Joshua Tree’s Space Cowboy Books. While some may presume book banning to be an antiquated infringement…
JTNPA Bighorn Benefit Dinner raised $13,000 for the unique desert species
It was a full house at the Joshua Tree National Park Association’s Bighorn Benefit Dinner & Auction Saturday evening (9/23). The event featured a catered dinner, an open bar sponsored by Joshua Tree Distilling Co., live music, special guest…
MDLT Queer Ecology Hike this Saturday (9/30)
The Mojave Desert Land Trust is holding a “Queer Ecology Hike” this weekend. Join Jason Journeyman Wise and MDLT Outreach Coordinator Ella DeMaria on an easy trail walk through the MDLT’s desert land, where you can learn about gender roles in…
9th Annual DAV Air Rifle Competition set for 9/30
The 9th annual Disabled American Veterans Air Rifle Competition is set for Saturday, September 30th at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center. It’s open to any veteran and their family members - children younger than 18 must be with an adult.…
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) provide benefits assistance every week
The Disabled American Veterans provide assistance to Veteran's who need help filling out their claims benefits. The services are free, walk in only, and a Disabled American Veterans membership is not required. You can get help filing claims…
Twentynine Palms Ladycats Volleyball traveled to Indio
The Twentynine Palms High School Ladycats' volleyball teams traveled to Indio High School last night (September 26) and came up short. JV lost 15-25 and 9-25. Anisa Youso had two ace serves and one kill. Mariah…
Twentynine Palms Tennis faced off against Indio Tuesday
The Twentynine Palms High School Girls Varsity Tennis Team traveled to Indio to face the Rajahs on Tuesday (September 26). The Lady cats lost 3 to 15. In singles action, Avianna Lipkins won two of her sets while Tomi Toyama won one of her…
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