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Labor Day Weekend Safety!
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
Labor Day marks the beginning of the end of summer – so for many of us it’s a chance to...
CROWDED HOUSE “Gravity Stairs” (Lester Records/BMG)
By Eleni P. Austin
Back when “Don’t Dream It’s Over” hit the airwaves in 1986, it sounded like nothing else on Top 40 radio. A...
Learn How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying at Palm Canyon Theatre September...
Frank Loesser’s musical, based on Shepherd Mead’s 1952 satirical book, follows the ambitious J. Pierrepont Finch as he rises from window washer to chairman...
Playing the week of August 30th at The Mary Pickford
AFRAID (1h 24m – Rated PG-13) Horror
Starring John Cho, Katherine Waterston, Havana Rose Liu, Lukita Maxwell, David Dastmalchian and Keith Carradine
Curtis and his family...
Our Champagne Moment
By Rick Riozza
Many wine folks generally expect Champagne articles to come out during the holidays and around St. Valentine’s Day. But since we in...
CHIQUITO CELEBRATES HIS 1st GOTCHA DAY!
By Janet McAfee
It was a year ago last week that Hurricane Hillary raged through Southern California. On August 23, 2023, while the flooding still...
Celebrate September!
By Haddon Libby
Labor Day is on September 2nd and is traditionally considered the end of summer.
The day also celebrates a holiday with far less notoriety...
10 Secrets a Personal Injury Lawyer Considers in Evaluating your Labor...
1. WAS THE DEFENDANT “NEGLIGENT”?
Negligence is a failure to use the degree of care that a reasonable person would use in a similar situation....
Unplugging from the Old Paradigm
By Aimee Mosco
We all came into this world to experience an embodiment. We are energy beings at our core, but living in a physical...
Mind Over Matter: The Power of Exercise on Mental Health
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
We often think of exercise as a physical activity, but it has a profound impact on our mental health as well....
The Social Injustice of the Vape and E-Cigarette Prohibition
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
In May 2019, New York University conducted a panel discussion that approached nicotine from a harm reduction perspective, particularly regarding marginalized...
ARTHUR SEAY and JETTA KING
By Noe Gutierrez
Arthur Seay and Jetta King are synonymous with world-class music and high-octane live performances. With Jetta’s searing vocals and Arthur’s mind-blowing axe...
Streamlining Life with Kelly Erwin: A Realtor’s Perspective
By Craig Michaels
In the ever-changing world of real estate, where clients are often overwhelmed by the complexities of buying, selling, and moving homes, it's...
Rejuvenate Yourself this Summer at La Quinta Resort & Club
By Crystal Harrell
A day at La Quinta Resort & Club is the perfect way to relieve the long summer days in the desert for...
Patrick Hasson’s ‘1969’ Show at Hi-Desert Artists (HDA) Center
Renowned Joshua Tree artist Patrick Hasson announced today that his classic rock portrait series “1969” will open September 7th, 2024 at the Shafer Gallery...
New Release from Coachella Valley’s the crushedvelvets Unveils Moody Full-Length Album:...
Musician Dani Meza delivers his first full-length album for the crushedvelvets after surviving two strokes and an aneurysm. His approach to music is all-in...
FIREBIRDS RE-SIGN GOALTENDER JACK LaFONTAINE
Coachella Valley Brings Back LaFontaine for 2024-25 Season
The Coachella Valley Firebirds, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, have announced that...
THE SUN SETS ON THE SUMMER, YET THE TEMPERATURE IS RISING...
Produced By Tiar’a Literary & Illustration
Southern California experienced one of the hottest summers in recent history. Not since the 1800’s, according to meteorologists, has...
Wildfire Smoke Concerns
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
“It’s pretty inevitable living in California, even if your home is not in the path of a fire, you can...
Keep The Bowls Full
By Chris Clemens
Support Coachella Valley Cat Club’s foster and feral feeding needs by donating during “Keep the Bowls Full” food drive this Saturday, August...
STEVE WYNN “I Wouldn’t Say It If It Wasn’t True: A...
By Eleni P. Austin
2024 has been a busy year for Steve Wynn. He has written a memoir, I Wouldn’t Say It If It Wasn’t...
Playing the week of August 23th at The Mary Pickford
The Crow (1h 51m – Rated R) Action, Crime, Fantasy
Starring Bill Skarsgård and FKA Twigs
Soulmates Eric Draven and Shelly Webster are brutally murdered when...
A Negroni… with Prosecco DOC in it!
By Rick Riozza
We are very happy to join in with the folks over at Consozio Prosecco DOC in bringing attention to top quality Italian...
Kobrand Corporation Introduces Pierre Chavin to Its Portfolio
A Premier Alcohol-removed Wine Brand
Kobrand Corporation, a leading importer of fine wines and spirits, is thrilled to announce the addition of Pierre Chavin, a...
LUCKY’S LEGACY OF LOVE!
By Janet McAfee
I was recently contacted by 18-yr-old Isabella (Bella) who lives in San Diego with her family. She wanted to know the background...
Co-authored by ChatGBT
By Haddon Libby
Seven months ago, I used Microsoft Bing’s chat AI to write an article on some of the more salacious things in Coachella...
DOES A PRIOR INJURY ELIMINATE A NEW PI CLAIM?
Prior Injuries Are Not a Problem, They Are Part of Life. You hear commercials from Accident Lawyers saying that Insurance Co’s will do anything...
LET’S END THE KETO VS. LOW CARB DEBATE
BY MICHELLE BORTHWICK
Keto versus low carb is a debate that confuses many people…many ask what is the difference? And, there is a big difference. ...
Wellness Initiatives have the Power to Improve Workplace Habits and Lifestyles Among Employees
By Coach Nadia Popova
With over 12 years in the wellness world, I'm the proud owner of The Wellness Resources Group Inc. and several other...
Why Your Body Needs Marijuana or the ECS In a Nutshell
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
It took twenty-three centuries before an update in the nervous system was discovered. Shouldn’t we celebrate? Where’s the News? Alcmaeion of...
Volunteers Needed for Trauma Intervention Programs
By Crystal Harrell
The Trauma Intervention Programs, Inc. (TIP) of Riverside County is looking for caring people willing to be part of a team of...
MILO BINDER “The Unspeakable Milo Binder” (Heyday Again Records)
By Eleni P. Austin
“This song is just a metaphor for every song you’ve heard before, it’s a symbol of mankind’s search for meaning, the...
SQUEEZE TO PLAY THE AGUA CALIENTE SHOW IN RANCHO MIRAGE
By Eleni P. Austin
The British band Squeeze has been making music for half a century now. The nucleus of the band, songwriters Chris Difford...
Olive Crest Desert Communities Hosts Successful Community Day Realizing Overwhelming Community...
By Madeline Zuckerman
PHOTOS BY HAYLI BIOKO PHOTOGRAPHY
Olive Crest Desert Communities hosted its Inaugural Community Day event on July 24, 2024 from 10:00 am to...
FIREBIRDS ADD FORWARD CAM MORRISON
Coachella Valley Signs Former Avalanche Second Round Pick to AHL Contract
The Coachella Firebirds, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, have...
Boy George and Squeeze at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho...
By Craig Michaels
Do you remember the magic of the 80s? It’s still alive and kicking! As someone who absolutely loves catching my favorite 80s...
VICTOIRE FOR KIDS – RAISING FUNDS FOR ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Produced By Tiar’a Literary & Illustration
Pro wrestling is not just a form of entertainment. It’s a sport, a drama, a comedy, a motivational seminar,...
August is National Golf Month
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
August is National Golf month. This safety article is dedicated to one of the best people in the world. My...
Playing the week of August 16th at The Mary Pickford
Alien: Romulus in ScreenX (1h 19m – Rated R) Horror, Sci-Fi
Starring Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn and Aileen Wu
While...
Santa Barbara Wine Region Delights!
By Rick Riozza
No one here in the Coachella Valley needs to remind our wine enthusiast community that we live relatively close to one of...
LETTER FROM A DOG IN A PUBLIC SHELTER
By Janet McAfee
Dear Mom and Dad,
I died today. You got tired of me and took me to the public shelter. They were overcrowded and...
Middle Schools Scored
By Haddon Libby
Last week, we reviewed high school rankings across the Coachella Valley as determined by US News and World Report. Palm Desert High...
HOW TO SELECT A LAWYER: PART 2
Last week we discussed whether you needed a lawyer and whether you had planned ahead and considered this question BEFORE the need arises and...
Weaving a New Platform
By Aimee Mosco
There are things that exist in this world that you cannot see with your eyes, even if your vision is 20/20. Your...
You Are Stronger Than You Think: Embrace Your Physical Body
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
As a personal trainer, I have worked with so many people who were unaware of their true physical and mental strength....
Trump Agrees Not to Criminalize Over Marijuana Possession
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
Former President Donald Trump held a press-conference Thursday August 8th, 2024, at Mar-a-Lago to discuss the announcement of Vice President Kamala...
COUNTRY ROCK LEGENDS NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND HEAD TO FANTASY SPRINGS...
Multi-award-winning country group Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will bring the All The Good Times: Farewell Tour to the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs...
DAVID SERBY “Low Hanging Stars” (Blackbird Records)
By Eleni P. Austin
The thing about Twang is, either you got it, or you ain’t. David Serby’s got Twang. As to that age-old question,...
Trevor Wayne’s Barbie Art Exhibition Celebrates the Iconic Doll
By Crystal Harrell
Barbie traded Malibu for the Coachella Valley as the National Barbie Doll Collectors Convention took place at the JW Marriott in Palm...
YMCA of the Desert Announces the 37th Annual Hoedown at Sundown...
By Madeline Zuckerman
The Family YMCA of the Desert is excited to announce the return of its beloved tradition, the 37th Annual Hoedown at Sundown....