Reach Out Morongo Basin recognized for 25 years of service to Hi Desert residents
Last Thursday (August 17), Reach Out Morongo Basin, a local organization that provides no-cost services for seniors and the disabled, was recognized by county representatives for 25 years of service. The Certificate of Recognition was presented…
MUSD Schools and Offices closed Monday (8/21)
The Morongo Unified School District announced the cancellation of school Monday (August 21), on what would have been the first day of the 2023-2024 school year. MUSD released a statement just after 5 p.m. today (August 20), saying "Out of…
Mosquito-borne West Nile virus detected in city of San Bernardino
The first locally acquired human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) this year have been confirmed in the city of San Bernardino, according to the Department of Public Health. WNV is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito.…
Joshua Tree National Park will be closed over the weekend due to Hurricane Hilary
According to a press release from the National Park Service, a Flash Flood Watch has been issued for Joshua Tree National Park starting tomorrow, August 19th at 11 am until August 21st at 5 pm due to Hurricane Hilary. The park is expected to…
RESCHEDULED: Yucca Valley Color Fun Run 5k will be next Saturday (8/26)
Updated: 8/18 @ 10:52AM The Yucca Valley Color Fun Run has been rescheduled to next Saturday, August 26th due to the extreme weather coming into the Morongo Basin. The starting time will remain the same. Previously Reported: Registration is…
Hurricane Hilary will bring intense rainfall into the Hi Desert, rest of Southern California
The Morongo Basin is bracing for extreme weather as Hurricane Hilary moves north and east up from Baja California. Hurricane Hilary, currently considered a Category 4 storm, is now expected to make landfall in Mexico some time today - and…
Native plants keep soil in place, especially during monsoons
On Friday’s Z107.7 Up Close Show, host Gary Daigneault spoke with Chair of the County Board of Supervisors Dawn Rowe, where they discussed the importance of native plants on private properties in the Morongo Basin, especially during the monsoon…
Meet Steve Hayden, newly-appointed Board Director of the MVCSD
Last Saturday during a special meeting, the Morongo Valley Community Services District Board of Directors appointed and swore in celebrated community member Steve Hayden to the board’s remaining 5th seat. Steve Hayden As the vice president of…
Yucca Valley Police looking for distracted and impaired drivers today (8/18)
The Yucca Valley Police Department has announced an extra enforcement initiative for today (August 18), as they seek out distracted and intoxicated drivers. A DUI enforcement period will be in effect from 4 p.m. today until midnight, with…
Aeromyth plays Aerosmith hits tonight at Tortoise Rock in 29 Palms
Walk this way to Tortoise Rock Casino to and dream on with Aeromyth, a Tribute to Aerosmith. You’ll be feeling some sweet emotions as this fabulous act takes the stage to some of rock and rolls most iconic hits. You won’t wanna miss a thing. …
Book Sale at Joshua Tree Library Saturday (8/19) – $2 for a bag of books
This rainy weekend will be a good one to stay inside with a book or two - and there’s a sale where you can score a whole bag on Saturday morning for a lot of reading for little dough. The Friends of the Joshua Tree Branch Library will be having…
Back to School Night for Elementary School around Morongo Basin (8/18)
Back to School Night 23-24 school year Condor Elementary School August 18th TK/K 4 to 5 pm and the 5 to 6 pm a scavenger hunt to familiarize families with the campus, September 5th BTSN 5 to 6 pmFriendly Hills Elementary…
Tropical Storm Hilary brings rain and possible flash floods to Hi Desert this weekend
As Tropical Storm Hilary intensifies into a hurricane in its approach toward the Southern California coastline, the Morongo Basin is currently counting on a nearly 100%chance of rain this weekend, along with thunderstorms. The National Weather…
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…
MVCSD accepts Cal Fire grant for Morongo Valley Fire Department
The Morongo Valley Community Services District Board of Directors held their regular 6pm meeting last night in Covington Park’s multi-purpose room. With three new business items to tackle, the board started with accepting a grant from CalFire,…
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