“The Rotating Players” improv comedy troupe hosts workshop Saturday, Feb. 18
The Morongo Basin's newest improvisational theatre troupe, The Rotating Players, are hosting the second of their monthly improv workshops Saturday, February 18th. Theatre 29’s newly reformed Improvisational Theater program, “The Rotating…
The state of Morongo Basin Real Estate on “The Up Close Show” Friday
The last few years have been tumultuous for the Real Estate market here in the Morongo Basin. An uptick in new residents , an influx of short-term rentals, and a bounce in commercial investments. Local Realtors Jay Ovier and Jeff Poland will be…
Suspect in Joshua Tree attempted murder flies to Minnesota, arrested on arrival
The suspect in a Joshua Tree attempted murder and kidnapping was arrested after fleeing to Minnesota. On Saturday (February 11) shortly after midnight, San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a 911 call in which a woman…
Three 29 Palms businesses burgled over the weekend
Three Twentynine Palms businesses were victims of burglaries over the weekend. Family Dollar, Motor City, and Theatre 29, all located within a few blocks of the intersection of Twentynine Palms Highway and Adobe road, were broken into with…
“Purple Star Status” given to Four Morongo Basin schools with military-connected students
Last night’s MUSD meeting began by honoring 29 Palms High School’s Mike Montoya, presenting him with a Certificate of Appreciation. Assistant Superintendent Amy Woods gave a slide presentation on the Purple Star program for military-connected…
Yucca Valley Planning Commission recap: Chipotle and other new YV businesses
The Yucca Valley Planning Commission meeting covered a lot of information in an hour-long session. The Quick Quack Car wash project is progressing, and the Nice Dreams Restaurant application is coming in on February 27. Also, Chipotle's…
Busy 29 Palms City Council Meeting Begins with a Workshop
At 5:15 p.m., 45 minutes prior to Wednesday’s Twentynine Palms City Council meeting, there will be several presentations on priorities for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. City staff wants to focus on the reconstruction of the…
Bighorn-Desert View water meeting authorizes $11 Million dollar grant, fee increase for new service
At last night’s (February 14, 2023) board meeting of the Bighorn-Desert View Water Agency in Landers, directors approved two resolutions, each of which promises to give the district a boost. The board authorized funding of an $11 million dollar…
This week’s MVCSD meeting canceled
This week’s MVCSD meeting has been cancelled by board President Jennifer Henning, primarily due to Fire Chief Brakebill being out on personal leave. Henning said, “After thoughtful and careful consideration and weighing several factors, it was…
Wednesday Water Round-up: Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley explore water rate increases
The Hi-Desert Water District board of directors, which serves Yucca Valley, will meet at 4 p.m. today (February 15, 2023). And down the highway, in Joshua Tree, the Joshua Basin Water District’s regular meeting begins promptly at 5:30 p.m. In…
CMC Basketball games and Food Trucks in Joshua Tree today (Feb. 15)
Copper Mountain College’s women's and men's basketball teams play this afternoon (February 15) at a free event that will be bolstered by a number of food trucks. CMC’s Fighting Cacti Basketball teams take on Victor Valley at a home…
Yucca Valley Family starts gofundme after DUI Crash injures family members
A Yucca Valley family is asking for the public’s help after a young couple were injured in a crash caused by a suspected DUI driver. February 5 at around 3:30 p.m., Deputies responded to a crash at Palomar Ave and Yucca Trail. They said Isaac…
Suspect in Joshua Tree Attempted Murder and Kidnapping Arrested in Minnesota
The suspect in a Joshua Tree attempted murder and kidnapping was arrested after fleeing to Minnesota. On Saturday (February 11), shortly afer midnight, San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a 911 call during which a woman…
Suspected DUI in Yucca Valley results in severe injuries for driver and passenger, utility pole struck
A driver suspected of being under the influence hit a utility pole in Yucca Valley, severely injuring himself and his passenger. At around 10:45 p.m. on Sunday (February 12), County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a report that a Nissan…
Fire destroys historic Twentynine Palms ‘Desert Trail’ building
A historical building - part of the unique history of Twentynine Palms - burned last night (February 13). The original Desert Trail building, built by pioneer Bill Underhill in 1937 at 5770 Adobe Road, will most likely be declared a total loss…
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Art or litter? Johnson Valley ‘Painted Rocks’ are getting cleaned up at a volunteer event on November 2nd
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