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Riverside County provides updates on roadway clean-up in Coachella Valley
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 31, 2023
On Aug. 28, Riverside County issued a report on ongoing road condition improvements in Coachella Valley, as cleanup teams work diligently to advance repairs in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary.
Thick as Thieves: 'We thought travelers wanted more than coffee mugs and key chains, that they would appreciate local wares and handmade goods to remember their trip by'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 23, 2023
According to their website, “Thick as Thieves” was founded by a married couple in 2017. The team moved to Palm Springs and opened the shop as a “boutique store,” featuring a variety of goods, including clothing and gifts of unique style.
Indio City Council approves $2.2 million for Living Room Park Project and outdoor amphitheater 'helping to revitalize the downtown area'
By Andy Nghiem | Dec 4, 2022
Indio City Councilmember Glenn Miller provided insight into what was covered at the recent City Council meeting, including the approval of $2.2 million for the Living Room Park project.
Press-Enterprise, San Bernardino Sun endorse Wallis for California's 47th Assembly District
By Andy Nghiem | Oct 20, 2022
The Press-Enterprise and The San Bernardino Sun both provided editorial endorsements for Greg Wallis, running for California's 47th Assembly District.
Greater Palm Springs Realtors report: Coachella Valley home price decline a 'general corrective turn'
By Andy Nghiem | Oct 13, 2022
The Coachella Valley housing market continues to see a “corrective turn” in home prices, according to the latest Greater Palm Springs Realtors report published Oct. 10.
Calvert leads nuclear energy focused forum: 'We can implement policies that promote a secure and reliable electric grid'
By Andy Nghiem | Oct 7, 2022
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Calif.) recently joined two other Republican California congressmen to lead a clean energy forum titled "The Golden State of nuclear power: The importance of Diablo Canyon and nuclear energy in California's grid."
'A great opportunity': Indio City Council allocates community development grants at recent meeting
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 30, 2022
On Sept. 21, the Indio City Council held a meeting to discuss the upcoming month's agenda. Coachella Valley Times reached out to city councilmember Glenn Miller for highlights of the meeting.
SunPower Corporation invests in Renova Energy: ‘This investment comes at the right time for the solar industry to reach new heights’
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 19, 2022
SunPower Corporation recently purchased a minority share in Renova Energy Corporation to further their launch of solar and battery storage products.
Sellers can expect their homes to be on the market 'longer than it would have been last year,' says real estate agent
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 28, 2022
The Palm Springs area may continue to see an increase in home prices, as Stephanie Taylor, a realtor, said the market is below a balanced or "normal" market.
PS Underground to celebrate Palm Springs history for Restaurant Week
By Andy Nghiem | May 31, 2022
PS Underground will be offering a special package for Palm Spring Restaurant Week.
Southern California Edison: 'The California Resilience Challenge is a great example of what we can accomplish when we pull together resources'
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 12, 2022
Electricity provider Southern California Edison (SCE) recently announced it will sponsor this year's California Resilience Challenge.
'We're so thrilled to partner with the Desert Cancer Foundation': Ably Apparel to host Shop and Sip event April 8-11
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 9, 2022
Seattle-based brand Ably Apparel has partnered with the Desert Cancer Foundation (DCF) to bring the Palm Desert community together and support cancer care.
Beijing accused of supplying Myanmar's junta with jets as report links GE, Intel and Microsoft to Chinese Military
By Andy Nghiem | Feb 25, 2022
A recent report by a United Nations expert on Myanmar accuses Russia and China of supplying Myanmar's junta with military supplies.