Rage Resonates: An Inside Look into Coachella Valley’s Rage Against the Machine Tribute Band
By Esther Sanchez
What started as a wild idea for a pandemic project is starting to make waves in the Coachella Valley and beyond. Four stellar musicians with a combined century of experience performing in countless musical projects in their beloved desert empire have come together in...
By Crystal Harrell
Summertime offers a unique opportunity to explore the culinary delights offered here in the Coachella Valley—while indulging in special opportunities that won’t be available all year long. The chance to enjoy luxury at an unmatched value will be available at Sullivan’s Steakhouse, as the award-winning fine dining restaurant is offering an experience that combines the finest steak,...
By Marissa Willman
Nestled along the sun-soaked shores of Banderas Bay, Velas Vallarta is a tropical paradise that welcomes families for an unforgettable vacation. With its lush gardens, stunning ocean views, and exceptional service, this all-inclusive resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
Velas Vallarta’s enchanting setting is one of its greatest assets. The resort...
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A tattoo is for life, and in this increasingly becoming popular market, it is more important than ever to consider receiving your next or first tattoo from one of the most trusted and reputable sources in all Southern California.
In 2009, California’s own, Joey Chavez, an artist by nature, and by education, saw an opportunity...
By Adam Oppenheim
Summer baseball has all different twists and turns for players. Palm Springs Power pitcher and Pittsburgh Panther alum Kyle Mosley took a huge step in his baseball career, signing with the Billings Mustangs of the professional Pioneer League on July 7. Mosley can trace much of his success to his time with the Power.
“I felt like when...
By Craig Michaels
I recently attended a mixer for Women Leaders Forum of the Coachella Valley at Kiki’s in La Quinta and had the pleasure of meeting Nicole Trigg. Her bright, caring nature and leadership were immediately evident, combining the emotions of joyful giving with her passion for florals.
Nicole Trigg, a devoted wife, and mother to three children—Tristan, Walker, and...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
No one in Southern California is beating this heat. We’re in this heat together and it looks like it will be here for a while. Here are some cool ways to maintain staying cool https://www.csfa.net/its-like-a-heat-wave/
One sure way you can beat the heat and keep cool is by attending the Rhythm on the Vines at the South Coast...
By Eleni P. Austin
“I wanna crawl through your tunnel, I wanna get good and lost, I’ll pay you with my soul, if that”s what it costs, your perfume is my poison, I don’t know what else this is, I need to get another dose of the drug your kiss is.” That’s Steve Barton baring his soul and exhibiting some...
Trap (1h 45m – Rated PG-13) Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Starring Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donoghue, Saleka Shyamalan, Hayley Mills and Allison Pill
A father and teen daughter attend a pop concert, where they realize they’re at the center of a dark and sinister event.
Harold and the Purple Crayon (1h 32m – Rated PG) Adventure, Comedy, Family
Starring Zachary Levi, Lil Rel Howery, Benjamin...
By Rick Riozza
Woke up// Fell outta bed// dragged a comb upon my head//
Found my way downstairs and drank a cup//And looking up, I noticed I was late//
Found my coat and grabbed my cap//Made the bus in seconds flat.
Like it or not, in quoting from the Beatle song, that’s pretty much how things began on one of my last trips...
By Janet McAfee
The odds are great if you own several dogs and cats that one day one of them will go missing. It’s an animal lover’s worst nightmare, and we imagine the worst of scenarios while frantically searching. When I was growing up, our senior Australian Shepherd dog disappeared from the back yard, never to be found. That was...
By Haddon Libby
With Vice President Kamala Harris set to run against former President Donald Trump for President of the United States, people are trying to determine which administration will be better at controlling inflation and benefiting 401k and investment accounts.
For as much as people complain about inflation under President Biden, economists generally believe that a Trump administration would be...
The Coachella Valley is going through some very high temperatures during the summer of 2024. Many businesses with valet working during the season are bare during our 120 degrees days.
Many “locals” do not want to drive their cars and have to deal with parking and walking from your car to your destination.
If you use Uber or Lyft, you should learn these safety tips, before...
By Aimee Mosco
“You impose no limitations on yourself when you exercise your belief that you are free. You can choose to build the foundation of your reality on perceptions that promote balance, happiness, peace, and love.” - SACRED Reinforcement Workbook, by Aimee Mosco and Donald L. Ferguson, page 73.
Before your inner spirit sent your soul into your body in...
BY STAN POPOVICH
Some people have a difficult time in managing their depression which can make things very challenging.
When you are in this situation, it is important to know what to do so that your mental health issues do not overwhelm you.
As a result, here are seven ways that a person can use to help conquer their depression in their...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
As a coach and from my experience with over 10 years in the industry, I feel there are three main components in any exercise program to build lean muscle and lose unwanted body fat. These components are resistance training (lifting weights or using body weight), cardiovascular exercise and proper nutrition. All three are equally important in...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
Before we leave the month of July Cannabis Corner (CC) wants to give a shout out to the many children who suffer from Cleft lip and other Craniofacial defects at birth. July is the Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month. In the United States, approximately 2,600 babies are born each year with a cleft palate,...
Saturday, July 27, 2024 • 1 to 3 pm AND 4 to 6 pm
College of the Desert // Pollock Theater
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC • TICKETS NOW ON SALE
The public is invited to attend Academy of Musical Performance (AMP)’s 10th Annual AMP Summer Camp Showcase Concerts featuring teen graduates of AMP’s Summer Music Camp, in partnership with College of the Desert. After an intensive three-week...
By Crystal Harrell
Taste of Summer Rancho Mirage has been an annual tradition for the Coachella Valley community to enjoy as a way to not only help local restaurants during slower summer months, but also acting as a fundraiser for local nonprofits. This year’s edition of Taste Of Summer will be active for a week-and-a-half instead of the usual four...
The Forthcoming Hotel Will Host a Series of Job Fairs July 24 and July 31
The highly anticipated Thompson Palm Springs will host two talent fairs looking for a range of full- and part-time positions to support the forthcoming hotel ahead of its September opening. Opportunities include management and hourly jobs in housekeeping, front office, food and beverage, finance, administrative...
By Eleni P. Austin
In 1982, having just turned 19, I experienced a Punk Rock epiphany. I was attending a Clash show at the Hollywood Palladium (they were in the midst of a 10 date run there), with my pals Carol and Hovakim. The English Beat opened, and the sold-out crowd spent their whole set dancing frenetically to their infectious...
The Palm Springs Power finished the regular season with a 14-2 domination of the California Halos Friday night at Palm Springs Stadium.
The fourth inning is where the Palm Springs Power offense exploded. They sent 12 batters to the plate and finished with 7 hits in the inning. The inning was keyed by RBI singles by Austin Haller (Western Kentucky),...
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Last week we let you know. We’re back. We’re better. We’re bolder, and Banning is about to get a whole lot louder. It’s all happening this Sunday, July 28th, 5pm bell-time inside the Banning Community Center. When the action begins, power slams, suplexes, and clotheslines will rock Southern California to its core.
EWF is...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
A recent survey shows Americans are more unhappy with the customer service they're getting than ever. In fact 74% of Americans say they've had product or service problem in the past year, according to the 10th edition of the National Customer Rage Survey, which tracks satisfaction and incivility. The incidence of problems has more than doubled since 1976. If...
Deadpool & Wolverine in ScreenX (2h 12m – Rated R) Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi
Starring Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds
Wolverine is recovering from his injuries when he crosses paths with the loudmouth, Deadpool. They team up to defeat a common enemy.
EXPERIENCE IT IN OUR NEW 270-DEGREE SCREENX AUDITORIUM!
Dìdi (1h 34m – Rated R) Comedy, Drama
Starring Izaac Wang and Joan Chen
In 2008,...
By Rick Riozza
In our last column, titled Stop Pestering Our Wines, we pretty much bummed-out many of our readers who were—again, reluctantly, informed that so many of our vineyards are bombarded with pesticides. And by now, most of us realize that these insect poisons no doubt chemically seep and/or enter into our wines one way or another.
To be fair,...
By Janet McAfee
Puppies and young dogs under 2 years old are popular choices. Nothing can be more joyful than a happy bouncing young canine, full of fun and frolic. However, patience and prevention are needed to prevent frustration for you and danger to your new puppy.
Most dogs calm down from high energy puppyhood around 2 years old, depending on...
By Haddon Libby
While the Coachella Valley struggles with its hottest summer on record, a community 400 miles to our north is dealing with a contentious issue of its own. An issue that has divided neighbors for nearly a century.
Street addresses.
On July 9th, the Carmel City Council voted 3-2 in favor of a conventional street address system.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, a city with...
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JURY DUTY: Someone calls pretending to be a court official who says a warrant has been issued for your arrest because you didn't show up for jury duty. Sometimes they even ask you for a credit card number so they can process the cancellation. If you give out any information …your identity has just been...
A new trend right now is to take Ozempic and other similar drugs for quick weight loss. The startling reality behind the “miracle weight loss” is quite different than what you’ve seen online, and you are only hearing one side of the story. Drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy may possibly be effective for weight loss. But shedding pounds...
BY STAN POPOVICH
Using drugs and alcohol will not take away your problems and fears. In the short run, they might make you feel better, but in the long run these addictions will only make things worse.
As a result, here are eight tips on how to manage your persistent fears and anxieties without using drugs and alcohol.
Take it one...
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Aries singer-songwriter Lady Gaga has written many songs, both for herself and other artists. She has famously declared that some of her most successful songs took her just 10 minutes to compose. They include “Just Dance," “Poker Face," and “Born This Way.” According to my interpretation of the astrological omens, you...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
You're finally ready to get real and transform your body once and for all and have decided to seek out the guidance of a personal trainer.
But not all personal trainers are created equally. You obviously want the best care possible from the personal trainer you choose, so it’s critical that you ask these 10 questions of any...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
How do you find a quality cannabidiol (CBD) brand when you are searching the Internet? It is a buyer-beware conundrum. In most cases it's a disaster unless you have a professional recommendation. Cannabis for medicinal results is already a trial-and-error dosing problem. Now, combine that with a product trial and error journey and you may give...
COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY EXECUTIVE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR ADAM KARSTEN has officially announced CVRep’s 2024-2025 Season: five sensational productions of award-winning plays and musicals never before produced by CVRep, as well as the World Premiere of a new and timely work selected from the 2023 ORIGINS NEW WORKS PROGRAM.
The season starts with a musical masterpiece, Pulitzer Prize-winning, 11 Tony Award nominated...
By Marissa Willman
If you’re looking for a summer escape from the heat, look no further than the Kimpton Rowan. This summer, the downtown Palm Springs hotel rolls out a dreamy experience of seasonal bites, botanical cocktails, and even a high tea, plus fun activities like a postcard station, vinyl-listening station, and a brand new floral art installation.
Guests are greeted...
“The Authentic Fake” with Robert Drake and special guests, presented by Joey English Productions in cooperation with Oscar’s, will return with monthly performances every third Tuesday of the month beginning July 16, 2024.
Director Robert Drake, The Authentic Fake, performs with renowned special guests. Those taking the stage include multi-talented singer, dancer, entertainer, actress, and model Katy Monroe; David Boyd who has performed...
By Crystal Harrell
National Tequila Day is observed on July 24, and to celebrate, Agave Caliente Tequila Bar at Agua Caliente Casinos Cathedral City will serve up mixologist-crafted artisan margaritas and tequila specials from Monday, July 22, to Sunday, July 28. With more than 50 types of agave-based spirits, including tequilas, mezcal, and handcrafted cocktails and margaritas, Agave Caliente Tequila...
The Black Crowes will rock the house when they perform at the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 19 at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, via phone at (760) 342-5000 or online at FantasySpringsResort.com.
Continuing the momentum from the wildly successful release...
Beat the Heat at PDAC!
Dive into an exciting evening of fun at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center for the annual Summer Dive-In Movie Series. The series continues on Friday, August 9 with a screening of "Emperor's New Groove," a breezy, slapstick-laden cartoon about a vengeful advisor to the emperor who turns his boss into a llama. The voice cast includes David Spade,...
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We’re back. We’re better. We’re bolder, and Banning is about to get a whole lot louder… Join us for all the excitement on Sunday July 28th, 5pm bell-time inside the-now-becoming legendary Banning Community Center. Inside, the slams, suplexes, and clotheslines of the EWF superstars of wrestling will be causing aftershocks across the entire...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
You’ve probably been noticing those large cumulous clouds billowing over the mountains and deserts and starting to drift into the valley. It’s the monsoon season and we will begin to see flash flooding reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.
As firefighters we know the power of water. We have some of the best apparatus capable of pumping...
By Eleni P. Austin
“Jenny said when she was just five years old you know there’s nothin’ happening at all, every time she put on the radio there was nothin’ goin’ down at all, not at all/One fine mornin’ she puts on a New York station and she couldn’t believe what she heard at all, so she started dancin’ to...
Twisters in ScreenX (2h 2m – Rated PG-13) Action, Adventure, Thriller
Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell l
Kate Cooper is a former storm chaser haunted by a devastating encounter with a tornado during her college years who now studies storm patterns on screens safely in New York City. She is lured back to the open plains by her friend, Javi...
By Rick Riozza
Okay folks—here is a sobering reality: A cocktail of hazardous pesticides in wine has tripled in the past seven years. This is what we’ve gleaned from the Pesticide Action Network along with an article by Bob MGinn as published by Sarasota Magazine.
“The presence of harmful pesticide mixtures in wine has increased more than threefold since 2016 official...
By Janet McAfee
Maybe you grew up on a farm or in a rural area where cats were allowed to roam outside. Today most cat rescue organizations will require adopters to keep cats and kittens indoors. However, some people still think that cats are happier if they have the “freedom” to live outside, unaware of the hazards they may face.
Nothing...
By Haddon Libby
The 2024 Summer Olympics begin on July 26th and run through August 11th. Officially called the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, this multi-sport event will be held in Paris, France this year. The 2024 games mark the 100th anniversary of the last Summer Olympics that were held in the City.
It is estimated that 15 million people will visit Paris...
Today’s thefts are not about Bonnie and Clyde robbing banks with Tommy Guns. They are less confrontational, as thieves do not have to use guns. Instead, they scam us with cons. The CV is perfect for scams because of the unsuspecting elderly who make perfect victims.
There are hundreds of thousands of monthly robo-calls, costing Americans Billions of dollars. The...
By Aimee Mosco
You may be noticing that your focus has changed in recent years. There are many explanations for that, to include the rapid advancement of technology that was unfathomable to you as a younger person, and concerns related to navigating a global pandemic, but these are things that exist outside of your being. Of course, they capture your...
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It isn’t so much a question as it is a common natural desire. Southern California has been in the frying pan of one of the most monstrous heatwaves in modern recorded history. Typically, we Coachella Valley residents receive at least some reprieve from the sun’s piercing summer rays at the end of the day....
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