News published on Coachella Valley Times in June 2023

News from June 2023


Palm Spring Unified School District announces Swize Named Superintendent of Perris Elementary District

Following his appointment as the new Superintendent of Perris Elementary School District, PSUSD Supt. of Schools Dr. Mike Swize announced his resignation today effective on a date to be determined.


Greater Palm Springs Realtors hosts New Member Orientation on July 11

Greater Palm Springs Realtors hosts New Member Orientation on July 11 at 10:00am


Greater Palm Springs Realtors hosts Education Committee Meeting on July 10

Greater Palm Springs Realtors hosts Education Committee Meeting on July 10 at 4:00pm


Calvert introduces legislation: ‘The MEZr Act will better protect the lives of our most precious national security resource’

U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) has introduced a bill called the Military Equipment Quality and Safety Reform (MEZr) Act, which aims to enhance the safety of U.S. service members by establishing a new system to reduce military accidents and mishaps.


Coachella Valley Firebirds' head coach: 'This loss in Game 7 will not leave me for a long time'

The Firebirds' inaugural season was marked by achievement and the sting of defeat as they lost Game 7 of the Calder Cup championship against the Hershey Bears.


Walter Clark: 'If you see somebody who doesn't look like they should be driving, we'll pay for the ride'

Walter Clark Legal Group's "Safe Ride Home Program" will be back in action for major holidays this year.


Teen charged with attempted murder after gang-related Palm Desert mall shooting with 'over 40 rounds fired'

A 19-year-old Desert Hot Springs, California, man has been arrested in connection with a gang-related mall shooting in February in Palm Desert.


Cronk: 'Protecting capital during more challenging times is often as important, or more important, than growing capital'

The Wells Fargo Investment Institute published its 2023 Midyear Outlook: Navigating End-of-Cycle Turbulence.


Dave & Buster's plans to hire 175 people for new Rancho Mirage site, expected to create 'a different demographic'

In preparation for a grand opening in Rancho Mirage, Dave & Buster's has put the call out for new staff members.




Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts Public Vaccine Clinic on June 29

Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts Public Vaccine Clinic on June 29 at 9:30am


Greater Palm Springs Realtors hosts GPSR Weekly Caravan Meeting on June 28

Greater Palm Springs Realtors hosts GPSR Weekly Caravan Meeting on June 28 at 8:00am


Greater Palm Springs Realtors hosts Special Events Committee Meeting on June 27

Greater Palm Springs Realtors hosts Special Events Committee Meeting on June 27 at 2:00pm


Greater Coachella Valley Chamber announces LifeStream’s 9 Cities Challenge Begins July 1

LifeStream Blood Bank’s 11th annual ‘9 Cities Challenge’ officially begins Saturday, July 1, and runs until Thursday, Aug. 31.


California Public Utility Commission hosts Webinar: Funding Opportunities for Broadband Projects – Closing California’s Digital Divide on June 28

California Public Utility Commission hosts Webinar: Funding Opportunities for Broadband Projects – Closing California’s Digital Divide on June 28 at 10:00 AM



PSPD commends alcohol-retail sites that 'demonstrated exemplary responsibility' by not serving minors

Two enforcement operations targeting underage drinking in Palm Springs found few willing to sell alcohol to minors, the Palm Springs Police Department said.


2 women arrested by Riverside County Sheriff for running Palm Desert brothel out on bail: 'This investigation is ongoing'

Two women accused of running a brothel in Palm Desert are out on bail, but the Riverside County Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation.


Palm Springs Fire Department saves two hikers at Tahquitz Canyon

The Palm Springs Fire Department came to the rescue of two injured hikers in two separate incidents within 24 hours in the Tahquitz Canyon area.