News from 2022
Miller: Proposed Indio Grand Marketplace has taken 'a big step forward'
By Donna Rolando | Nov 4, 2022
Long-awaited plans for the Indio Grand Marketplace took a giant step forward recently.
CVWD honored for management excellence
By Press release submission | Nov 4, 2022
Coachella Valley Water District is one of four public drinking water systems to win a top utility management award from the nation’s only policy-making organization for the largest metropolitan water utilities.
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.
Take a Ride On the Foundation Express
By Press release submission | Nov 3, 2022
Desert Sands Educational Foundation cordially invites you to our first fundraising event of the year, The Foundation Express, is this Sunday, November 6, 2022, at 2:00 pm.
Portions of Rancho Mirage Community Park closed for Festival of the Arts
By Press Release | Nov 3, 2022
Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 1, portions of Rancho Mirage Community Park located at 71560 San Jacinto Drive will be closed to the public in preparation for the Festival of the Arts event on Saturday, Nov. 5 and Sunday, Nov. 6.
Craft Fair Fundraiser set for Nov. 8
By Press Release | Nov 3, 2022
The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber has issued the following press release:The Friends of the Indio Senior will be hosting are Annual Craft Fair Fundraiser Nov. 8 at the Indio Senior Center.
Survey: Wallis, Holstege in statistical voting tie for state assembly District 47
By David Beasley | Nov 1, 2022
Greg Wallis and Christy Holstege are in a statistical voting tie among active voters for state assembly, District 47, according to a new survey.
Estrada makes Palm Springs Life’s 40 under 40 list
By Press release submission | Oct 30, 2022
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'
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.
Eagles to play inaugural concert for new arena
By Press release submission | Oct 26, 2022
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
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.
$46 million bike-pedestrian line would connect east Coachella Valley to festival grounds
By Eliana Perez Brian Blueskye | Palm Springs Desert Sun | Oct 22, 2022
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'
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.
Water savings with turf rebate program
By Press Release | Oct 21, 2022
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
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.