Category: Deserts

Employees, students and volunteers must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the college on or before Jan. 31 or claim an exemption by that date.       

Riverside County DA Mike Hestrin discusses recent crime rates and the “very concerning” comments made by his opponent about the recent history of the DA’s office.       

Riverside County DA Mike Hestrin responds to claims that the DA’s office budget has ballooned since he has taken office.       

City planning staff asks for more time to research concerns and questions raised by residents regarding Peninsular bighorn sheep.       

A 30-second ad on social media alleges COD leaders are operating in “deceit,” and have “cancelled” plans for campuses       

Plans are on track in Thousand Palms as the community prepares to welcome the Coachella Valley’s first-ever sports arena. “It’s not just representing the cities of our region, but as well the unincorporated area,” said Supervisor V. Manuel Perez. “When you hear “CV”, Coachella Valley, to me it also means “el corazon de valle”, the heart of the valley and that’s what I think of Thousand Palms.” On Wednesday, fans learned the name of the arena, a name that is all about giving back to the community that will be home to the AHL’s 32nd franchise – the Coachella Valley Firebirds.  “It’s rare when you find a combination of not only a company that wants to put their name on the outside of a building and use it as a marketing aspect, but more importantly, use it as a philanthropic asset to improve the lives of people that live in the community,” said Daniel Griffis, President of Global Partnership for Oak View Group. The arena will not only be an entertainment attraction for fans near and far. It will also be a source of revenue…

Palm Springs, CA (January 26, 2022)—Oak View Group (OVG), the global venue development, advisory, and investment company for both the sports and live entertainment industries, today announced an exclusive 10-year arena naming rights agreement with fintech leader Acrisure for Southern California’s most anticipated live entertainment and sports venue. Acrisure Arena, located in Palm Springs, California, and the future home of the Coachella Valley Firebirds, is projected to open for the 2022-2023 American Hockey League (AHL) season and host more than 150 major events annually. In addition to securing naming rights to the arena, specific elements of the agreement with Acrisure include permanent exterior signage, entitlement to the Arena’s largest premium private hospitality space, and prominent Acrisure logo placement on the roof, center ice, and scoreboards throughout the venue. Acrisure Partners, customers, and employees will also enjoy extensive VIP hospitality opportunities. The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. This is the first stadium or arena sponsorship for Acrisure. “The Acrisure Arena reflects our commitment to raising awareness of the multiple financial solutions we’re proud to offer our customers. California is home to the greatest number…

Campaign contributions from police: Hestrin responds to claims that police union support could compromise his oversight responsibilities.       

Riverside County DA Mike Hestrin discusses three initiatives that outline his proactive approach to the DA’s office       

The project would bring a retail and residential living mixed-use development to the corner of Fred Waring and San Pablo.       

N95 masks are expected to arrive at CVS Pharmacy stores and locations inside Target as early as Thursday.       

Riverside County DA MIke Hestrin calls Judge Burke Strunsky’s campaign announcement claims ‘very concerning’ as race heats up.       

Riverside County DA Mike Hestrin responds to claims that the his office has filed and convicted substantially fewer cases than his predecessors.       

Indio’s farmers market will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday from October to May, tentatively starting next month.       

The city is in the process of redrawing the boundaries for its two existing voting districts, based on 2020 Census figures.       

CVUSD announced at its board meeting on Thursday that 95% of teachers, 97% of classified staff and 98% of district administrators are fully vaccinated.       

Bernstein, owner of Destination Palm Springs, touted his business and volunteer experience in his run for the District 2 seat currently held by Dennis Woods.       

The fourth installment of Ask The Desert Sun responds to questions about everything from local crops to a beloved barbecue sauce company.