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Firebirds end losing streak with win over Wranglers

The Coachella Valley Firebirds broke their losing streak with a 4-2 victory over the Calgary Wranglers on Sunday.


College of the Desert film screening featuring Niklas Limbach

College of the Desert has announced a special screening event on March 25, showcasing three films led by its film program.


Coachella Valley Rescue Mission prepares for annual Easter meal service

Coachella Valley Rescue Mission (CVRM) is preparing to host its Annual Easter Meal Service on Sunday, April 20.


Easter sunrise service planned at Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

On Sunday, April 20, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will host an Easter Sunrise Service featuring music by the Perkins Brothers and a message from Pastor Robert Sneed.


Calvert introduces bill to extend permits for wastewater treatment projects

Today, Congressman Ken Calvert from California's 41st district and Congressman John Garamendi from California's 8th district introduced a bill aimed at reforming federal permitting standards for local wastewater treatment and water recycling...


CVCAN announces early bird registration for golf classic in Palm Desert

CVCAN is organizing its 4th Golf Classic on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the Woodhaven Country Club in Palm Desert.


Firebirds' coaches focus on developing young talent while maintaining winning tradition

As the Firebirds embark on their third season, coaches Stu Bickel and Collin Zulianello continue to play pivotal roles in mentoring both new and experienced players.


Charity golf tournament announced by Coachella Valley Rescue Mission

Coachella Valley Rescue Mission has announced a Charity Golf Tournament to be held on April 7, 2025, at Palm Valley Country Club in Palm Desert, California.


Rep. Calvert reintroduces EMBER Act to tackle wildfires along southern border

Congressman Ken Calvert, representing California's 41st district, has reintroduced the Ending Major Borderland Environmental Ruin from Wildfires (EMBER) Act, also known as H.R. 2026.


Fantasy Springs Resort Casino wins three ADDY Awards for advertising excellence

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino has achieved recognition for its advertising and design efforts, securing three ADDY Awards at the 2025 Desert Cities Ad Fed Competition held on March 8.


Palm Desert celebrates new entrepreneurial resource center opening

The Palm Desert Entrepreneurial Resource Center (ERC) officially opened its doors on March 5, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony.


Glow in the Park returns with new attractions at The Living Desert Zoo

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is preparing for the return of its spring lantern festival, Glow in the Park, scheduled to start on March 20.


House passes funding bill avoiding shutdown with focus on military pay raises

Congressman Ken Calvert of California's 41st District joined a majority in the House of Representatives to vote for H.R. 1968, the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025.


Registration deadline nears for leadership workshop on equity

Time is running out for nonprofit leaders interested in attending the "Leadership Through the Lens of Equity" workshop.


Sandra Magana-Cuellar named chairperson for Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority

Sandra Magana-Cuellar has been elected as the 2025 Chairperson of the Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority, which oversees the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.


Cathedral City seeks community input for development code update through events

The City of Cathedral City is in the process of updating its Development Code and is seeking input from community members.


Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts fee-free pet adoptions this weekend

The Palm Springs Animal Shelter is urging the community to help find homes for its pets during the upcoming St. Paw-trick’s Adoption Weekend on March 15th and 16th.


Rep. Calvert reintroduces act to consolidate endangered species management

Congressman Ken Calvert has reintroduced the Federally Integrated Species Health (FISH) Act, designated as H.R. 1894.


Cannabis culture celebrated at Coachella Valley Canna-Week

Coachella Valley will host Canna-Week from March 13 to 15, 2025.


Coachella Valley Rescue Mission announces grand opening of expanded women's shelter

Coachella Valley Rescue Mission has announced the grand opening of its expanded Women's and Children's Shelter.