Donna Rolando News
DWA president: 'Removing grass is the best thing property owners can do to reduce their water footprint'
By Donna Rolando | Nov 3, 2022
The Palm Springs City Council recently approved a turf rebate program to encourage landscaping that conserves water during an extreme drought.
Coachella mayor: 'The Arts and Music Line will take the Coachella Valley's active transportation network to a new level'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 29, 2022
Nearly $36.5 million in state funds might be heading for the Coachella Valley for the proposed Arts and Music Line.
Coachella man booked in connection with double homicide; no motive reported
By Donna Rolando | Oct 28, 2022
An investigation into a double murder Sunday inside a casita in Coachella has led to the arrest of a 22-year-old man, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said in a release.
Palm Springs PD declares 'bait bike' operation a 'success' with two arrests
By Donna Rolando | Oct 25, 2022
Not only did a recent "bait bike" operation in Palm Springs result in two arrests on felony theft charges, it has also been deemed successful enough to launch similar operations.
Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle to co-headline 'very first' Acrisure Arena show
By Donna Rolando | Oct 25, 2022
Comedians Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle will co-headline the first-ever show to debut in Acrisure Arena in December, according to the arena and Live Nation.
Morales on $79 million award for CSUSB Palm Desert: 'The new Student Center building will be life changing'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 24, 2022
California State University's Palm Desert campus celebrated the award of $79 million in state funds for the construction of a new student center, with state and local officials on hand to show their support at a recent check presentation ceremony.
Palm Springs' 25th annual parade set to mark Veterans Day by 'honoring all who served'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 24, 2022
Palm Springs will host its 25th annual Veterans Day Parade on Friday, Nov. 11, with the theme "Honoring All Who Served," according to a city news release.
Palm Springs interim city manager on Downtown Park: The city 'is delighted' by ASLA's recognition of the park
By Donna Rolando | Oct 23, 2022
Palm Springs' Downtown Park didn't need an award to win the heart of the community but its landscape design is drawing national recognition nonetheless.
Coachella Valley starts season with 'first win in Firebirds' history'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 22, 2022
The Coachella Valley Firebirds are off to a strong start with the franchise's first win in their debut game against the Calgary Wranglers.
Palm Springs Air Museum invites residents to 'meet The Mouse,' Walt Disney's iconic plane
By Donna Rolando | Oct 20, 2022
The Palm Springs Air Museum is hosting Walt Disney's Grumman Gulfstream I plane nicknamed "The Mouse," which is now on display for the public.
Cathedral City Police: 'Road rage' victim drives himself to hospital after being shot
By Donna Rolando | Oct 20, 2022
Cathedral City Police are on the lookout for the driver of a black sedan suspected of shooting a man Monday night in an apparent road rage incident.
COD president on awards: 'We will continue to make college a reality'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 15, 2022
College of the Desert (COD) recently received two awards for opening the door to higher education to more students.
Renova Energy manager on new proposal: 'NEM 3.0 would punish all ratepayers'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 14, 2022
Renova Energy of Coachella Valley joined in the “No to NEM 3.0” rally on Tuesday with its employees to protest the upcoming decision against rooftop solar they expect will drastically impact Californians looking to go solar.
EVRWP on wreath event: 'We are forever grateful to all the volunteers and groups'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 13, 2022
East Valley Republican Women Patriots (EVRWP) will support Wreaths Across America for the first time this year.
Drunk driver crashes into light post and fence with 2-year-old son inside the vehicle
By Donna Rolando | Oct 13, 2022
A Coachella father, who was allegedly driving while intoxicated on Sunday morning, crashed into a light post and fence while his 2-year-old son was in the car, unbuckled, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said.
Riverside County's youngest 'Champion for Children' award winner advocates for inclusivity, tolerance and kindness
By Donna Rolando | Oct 12, 2022
Palm Springs High School student and anti-bullying advocate Solange Signoret has been named this year's "Champion for Children," according to the City of Palm Springs, California.
Desert Sands school district employee allegedly carjacked by two boys in school parking lot
By Donna Rolando | Oct 11, 2022
Two boys believed to be armed with a handgun forcibly carjacked a Desert Sands Unified School District employee recently only to be apprehended after a police pursuit, NBC Palm Springs reported.
Indio City Council: 'August 26, from now on will be known as Hunter Lopez Day'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 10, 2022
An Indio Marine who died in a bombing at the end of the Afghanistan war will be proudly remembered in his hometown with the annual observance of Hunter Lopez Day.
California is 'putting money back into your pockets' with tax refunds
By Donna Rolando | Oct 9, 2022
Amidst the pressures of record inflation, the State of California is offering relief with Middle Class Tax Refunds hitting residents' bank accounts soon.
Certified Farmers Markets returns to the Valley 'bigger, and better than before'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 5, 2022
Offering not only fresh food but also music and art to unite the community in a festive experience, the annual Certified Farmers Markets is returning to several locations across the Valley this week, the Indio Certified Farmers Market posted on Facebook.