News from April 2022
Mayor Lisa Middleton: 'We are lowering speed limits in Palm Springs'
By Donna Rolando | Apr 12, 2022
Speed limits are being lowered around Palm Springs, California, thanks to the support of Assembly Bill 43, which took effect Jan. 1.
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.
California Public Utilities Commission initiates rulemaking 'to address clean, safe, reliable and affordable access to water'
By Tamara Browning | Apr 12, 2022
A commission that has a mission to ensure that Californians have safe, reliable utility service and infrastructure “at reasonable rates” has approved an order that will initiate a review of the Public Water System Investment and Consolidation Act of 1997.
Councilmember Nuñez: 'We're really moving really fast,' opposing Desert Hot Springs City Council's four district map
By Donna Rolando | Apr 11, 2022
The Desert Hot Springs City Council has approved Draft Map #1.1, which would divide the region into four election districts to vote on council seats.
COD to Present at the City of Palm Springs City Council Meeting
By Press Release | Apr 11, 2022
On Thursday, April 7, 2022, during the City of Palm Springs’ regularly-scheduled city council meeting, College of the Desert Board Chair Rubén AríAztlán Pérez and Mac McGinnis, Vice President of Maas Companies, will jointly provide an update on the Palm Springs Development Project, the “Palm Springs Campus.”
CDAR: 'This bill taxes homeownership and offers the wrong solution for California's housing crisis'
By Donna Rolando | Apr 11, 2022
The California Desert Association of Realtors (CDAR) has taken a stand against AB 1771, also known as the California Housing Speculation Act, finding the additional tax detrimental during "California's housing crisis."
Desert Beer Paint Night to be held on April 27, 2022
By Press release submission | Apr 10, 2022
It will be a fun evening including all paint supplies, with instruction by Noelle Wasco and one beer, Chavela, or flight of beers of your choosing!
COD men's tennis 'rolls in playoffs' with dominating first-round win over SBCC, 9-0
By Donna Rolando | Apr 10, 2022
The College of the Desert men's tennis team got off to a strong start in the CCCAA Southern California Regional playoffs with a first-round win, defeating 7th-seed Santa Barbara City College 9-0 on April 5.
'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.
Palm Springs Plaza Theatre gets new $2 million boost for restoration
By Donna Rolando | Apr 9, 2022
An anonymous donor who gave $2 million to Palm Springs Plaza Theatre's restoration fundraising project is challenging another benefactor to match that donation.
Police Chief Lester thanks community for 'overwhelming assistance' in investigation of Sacramento's mass shooting
By Donna Rolando | Apr 8, 2022
Community support has been invaluable in fueling the investigation of Sacramento's April 3 mass shooting.
Palm Springs council candidate Bernstein backs inclusionary housing ordinance to create 'affordable and moderate-income housing for all'
By Donna Rolando | Apr 8, 2022
Palm Springs City Council candidate Jeffrey Bernstein recently pledged his support for the construction of more affordable housing at a campaign kick-off event.
Dueling pianos, jazz and gourmet food street-fair style are happening April 18-24 in the Coachella Valley
By Donna Rolando | Apr 8, 2022
There are several options for a day or night out in the Coachella Valley April 18-24 including live music, comedy, a guided bird walk and a street fair, according to the Palm Springs, California, website.
Kanye West drops out of Coachella festival, leaves headliner spot open
By Donna Rolando | Apr 7, 2022
For reasons not publicized at this time, Kanye West, also known as the rapper Ye, will no longer be performing at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, according to a TMZ announcement earlier this week.
Inaugural Season Ticket Memberships Now Available
By Coachella Valley Firebirds | Apr 7, 2022
Secure your CV Firebirds Season Tickets today!
Safety Tips for High Wind Conditions
By Energized by Edison | Apr 7, 2022
With strong wind gusts forecast for Southern California communities, follow these tips to keep you and your family safe.
Calling all fans: From baseball to swimming, the Aztecs are gearing up for action
By Donna Rolando | Apr 7, 2022
The Aztecs at Palm Desert and Palm Springs high schools announce a busy schedule of athletic events from now until April 10 for interested fans.
Rancho Mirage offers shredding and e-waste collection events throughout the year
By City of Rancho Mirage | Apr 7, 2022
Document Shredding & E-Waste Collection
Save the Date: Southwestern Growers Golf Tournament
By Boys and Girls Club of Coachella Valley | Apr 7, 2022
The 57th Southwestern Growers Golf Tournament is pleased to announce We're going home!
Join Us For Coachella Valley Fast Pitch 2022
By CEVP | Apr 7, 2022
Riverside County Innovation Month is a chance to celebrate all types of innovators.