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Agua Caliente honors sous-chef with $10K after three decades of service

Palm Springs, CA (Dec. 6, 2023) – Agua Caliente Casinos recognized the hard work and dedication of its team members by celebrating Roy Agrium's 30 years of employment with a $10,000 gift. Agrium is the first person to reach this milestone at Agua Caliente Casinos.


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The Palm Springs Surf Club opens to the public on New Year's Day.

Surfers in Palm Springs will soon have the opportunity to catch waves without making a trip to the coast. The Palm Springs Surf Club (PSSC), an $80 million beach-style, sustainable entertainment destination situated in the desert, is slated to open its doors to the public on January 1, 2024.


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City of Palm Springs to unveil 'Pillars of Palm Springs' public art installation on World Art Day 2024

The City of Palm Springs has revealed plans for a new public art project, set to be unveiled on World Art Day 2024. The initiative, dubbed "Pillars of Palm Springs," is the most significant project commissioned by the City of Palm Springs Public Arts Commission to date.


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Delta Conveyance and Sites Reservoir water projects move closer to construction phase

The Desert Water Agency (DWA) has announced that the Delta Conveyance Project and the Sites Reservoir project have achieved significant milestones, indicating imminent commencement of construction. The DWA emphasizes the importance of these projects in replenishing the groundwater basin.


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DAP Health’s expansion plan builds momentum: ‘People are going to be healthier and happier’

The 10-year strategic plan of DAP Health, known as Vision Forward, is projected to be completed by 2025. The initiative seeks to enhance the organization's service capacity from its current 10,000 clients to a staggering 25,000. The organization holds a firm belief that this expansion will provide significant benefits to the community.


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Renova Energy announces revamp to customer app

Renova Energy, a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, has unveiled an updated version of its customer application. The enhanced app integrates new features with existing ones, offering customers a comprehensive platform for managing their solar systems.


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DAP Health to participate in Greater Palm Springs Pride: ‘We have always fought for the LGBTQ+ community’

DAP Health will be participating in this year's Greater Palm Springs Pride, a tradition they've maintained since the event's inception in 1986. According to DAP Health CEO David Brinkman, the entire company is eagerly anticipating the event, especially following their recent integration with Borrego Health.


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Mayor Grace Garner: 'A bright star in our city has left us'

According to a statement shared on social media, actress, author, health advocate, and long-time Palm Springs resident Suzanne Somers passed away on Sunday morning. The City of Palm Springs expressed their condolences and paid tribute to Somers, who was a beloved member of the community for over four decades.


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City of Palm Desert calls for artists to celebrate community spirit through mural project

The City of Palm Desert is calling upon talented mural artists to be part of a creative endeavor that will pay tribute to the hard work of its Public Works staff and other outdoor workers in the wake of Hurricane Hilary's impact.


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DAP Health announces Coachella Valley's first free harm reduction vending machine

On Sept. 14, DAP Health unveiled a vending machine that dispenses free harm reduction materials at Hunters Nightclub in Palm Springs. This vending machine is the first of its kind in the Coachella Valley, with similar machines appearing in various parts of California and other states, including New York City.


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West Nile Virus detected in mosquito samples from Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage

Mosquito samples collected from routine sites in Palm Desert and Rancho Mirage have tested positive for the West Nile virus (WNV), according to the Coachella Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District. This marks the first detection of the virus in these areas in 2023 and brings the total number of positive samples in the valley to 20.


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Saruwatari: 'This grant supports data initiatives to directly target prevention efforts'

The Riverside University Health System-Public Health (RUHS-PH) was awarded a $14.5 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) which will allow RUHS-PD to "expand drug overdose surveillance" and bolster prevention efforts.


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DAP Health announces rebranded Equity Walk

DAP Health will host the DAP Health Equity Walk, formerly called the Desert AIDS Walk, on Oct. 28. The event will take place across Palm Springs, starting at 9 a.m. from Ruth Hardy Park, according to a press release.


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PSPD: 'The circumstances surrounding what led to the shooting are still under investigation'

Palm Springs Police Department recently opened an investigation into an attempted robbery of a jewelry store in downtown Palm Springs.


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Ruiz: 'The Department of Justice is finally engaged with holding the Oasis Mobile Home owners accountable'

The U.S. Department of Justice, on behalf of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, filed a lawsuit against the owners of the Oasis Mobile Home Park over safe drinking water violations.


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Weiser: 'We mourn the loss of Division Chief Josh Bischof, Fire Captain Tim Rodriguez and pilot Tony Sousa'

Information regarding memorial services for CAL Fire/Riverside County Fire Department members, Fire Captain Tim Rodriguez, Assistant Chief Josh Bischof and pilot Tony Sousa have been shared.



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Biden: 'Jill and I send our deepest condolences to the families of the helicopter pilot, and the brave California firefighters, who tragically lost their lives'

President Joe Biden recently issued a statement expressing condolences to the families of the three Cabazon firefighters who lost their lives in a helicopter crash while responding to the Broadway Fire on Aug. 6.


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Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce: 'For the city, it's a great win to have great food'

"Sumo Dog," the newest addition to The Canopy in Indio, is part of a series of distinctive restaurants, offering a reinvented American hot dog experience by infusing Japanese elements.


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CVMVCD: "West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the United States, detections like this should put us all on alert to wear repellent."

West Nile Virus has been detected in Palm Springs and and local residents should take effective measures to protect themselves Coachella Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District (CVMVCD) said in a recent news release