News from October 2022


Estrada makes Palm Springs Life’s 40 under 40 list

Every four years Palm Springs Life asks the community to nominate the Coachella Valley’s high-achieving leaders and professionals under age 40 and CVWD’s Board Vice President Cástulo R. Estrada made this year’s list.


Coachella mayor: 'The Arts and Music Line will take the Coachella Valley's active transportation network to a new level'

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

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.


Eagles to play inaugural concert for new arena

Acrisure Arena in the Coachella Valley announced Thursday that the Eagles will bring their “Hotel California” tour to its venue next year.


Palm Springs PD declares 'bait bike' operation a 'success' with two arrests

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

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'

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'

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

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.


$46 million bike-pedestrian line would connect east Coachella Valley to festival grounds

A "transformative" bike and pedestrian line that would extend across eastern Coachella Valley cities is on the verge of getting $36 million in state money, valley officials announced Friday.


Coachella Valley starts season with 'first win in Firebirds' history'

The Coachella Valley Firebirds are off to a strong start with the franchise's first win in their debut game against the Calgary Wranglers.


Water savings with turf rebate program

The City of Rancho Mirage continues to save water by partnering with the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) to offer rebates to our residents, HOAs, and commercial centers looking to convert from turf to desertscape or artificial grass.


Palm Springs Air Museum invites residents to 'meet The Mouse,' Walt Disney's iconic plane

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.


Gorjana Set to Open New Retail Location at the Gardens on El Paseo

This will be the nineteenth brick and mortar retail expansion in California for the jewelry brand.


Cathedral City Police: 'Road rage' victim drives himself to hospital after being shot

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.


Press-Enterprise, San Bernardino Sun endorse Wallis for California's 47th Assembly District

The Press-Enterprise and The San Bernardino Sun both provided editorial endorsements for Greg Wallis, running for California's 47th Assembly District.


Rancho Mirage resident discount tickets on sale now for Desert Theatricals 2022 Cabaret Series

The city of Rancho Mirage has issued the following press release:Desert Theatricals 2022 Cabaret Series at the Rancho Mirage Amphitheater begins this Saturday!


Beyond Van Gogh The Immersive Experience

Producer Paquin Entertainment Group proudly announces Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is open for a limited engagement in the Coachella Valley.


COD president on awards: 'We will continue to make college a reality'

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'

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.