Coachella Valley Times

News from April 2023


CPUC Charts Course for Microgrid Incentive Program To Increase Community Resilience

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), in ongoing efforts to build community resilience against power outages and in the face of climate change, today approved rules for the new Microgrid Incentive Program (MIP) for Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), Southern California Edison (SCE), and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E).



Firebirds Edge Barracuda In Shootout

The Firebirds defeated the San Jose Barracuda on Saturday night in a shootout at Acrisure Arena by the final score of 4-3.


CPUC To Hold Post Season Public Briefing on Utility 2022 Public Safety Power Shutoffs

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will host public briefings for the electric investor-owned utilities to present to the CPUC and the public on their Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) program and events in 2022.


Classic metal music fest to unite iconic headliners in Coachella Valley

Ticket sales launch this week for a new rock music festival in Coachella Valley that promises to deliver a stellar lineup, including Guns N' Roses and Metallica.


BNP Paribas Open in Riverside County targets sustainability: ‘Our #Aces4Trees initiative will be planting 4,918 trees’

The 2023 BNP Paribas Open recently ended, but the Indian Wells tournament will continue to make an impact by scoring for the environment.


Tye Kartye Named Ahl Rookie Of The Month

The American Hockey League announced today that Coachella Valley Firebirds forward Tye Kartye has been named the AHL Rookie of the Month for March.


CPUC To Hold Virtual Workshop on Expanding Broadband Access

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold a virtual workshop to consult with regional consortia, local governments, broadband providers, consumers, and other stakeholders on cost-effective strategies for expanding broadband access in unserved areas of the state.


New Spring And Summer Aerial Arts Camp Program in the Coachella Valley

This is the first time ever Art Flying Aerial is offering Spring & Summer Aerial Arts Camp Program to the Coachella Valley.


Multi-grammy Award-winning Singer/songwriter Natalia Lafourcade Will Perform At Fantasy Springs Resort Casino On Nov. 30 2023

Multi award-winning Latin singer/songwriter Natalia Lafourcade will bring her pop-rock, jazz, and folk hits to the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023.


CVWD discontinues drought penalties and increases investment in conservation

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) Board of Directors directed staff to discontinue drought penalties effective April 1, 2023.


Lind’s Ot Winner Puts Firebirds Over Eagles

The Firebirds defeated the Colorado Eagles on Saturday night at Acrisure Arena by the final score of 3-2. Kole Lind scored with 47.9 left in overtime to secure Coachella Valley’s 45th win of the season.


Jump Into Spring With Special Easter Dining Offerings At Agua Caliente Casinos

Agua Caliente Casinos, an award-winning entertainment destination with three Coachella Valley properties spanning Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs and Cathedral City, jumps into Spring showers with festive Easter menus available on Sunday, April 9.


CPUC To Hold Public Forums on California-American Water Company Rate Requests

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold several public forums for customers of California-American Water Company (Cal-Am) to offer input about the company’s rate requests, as follows.


Keep calm & color on April 6

Keep calm & color on April 6 at 9:00 AM



Gratitude for a Healthy Heart Virtual Meeting on April 12

Gratitude for a Healthy Heart Virtual Meeting on April 12 at 10:00 a.m


TRIO VSSS Doing Group Work Workshop on April 19

TRIO VSSS Doing Group Work Workshop on April 19 at 12:30 PM


COD Softball grabs sweep of Panthers, 1-0 and 4-3

COD (7-9; 5-1) took a commanding lead in the Conference standings with a double header sweep of the Chaffey Panthers of Rancho Cucamonga (8-10; 2-2), 1-0 and 4-3.


Arrest made in Mead Valley felony animal cruelty case

On March 28, 2023, at 4:00 P.M., a special flag raising ceremony to honor children impacted by violence, abuse, and neglect, while also standing firmly against all forms of child abuse.