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Speaking with Jon Meacham and Brian Williams ahead of Rancho Mirage Writers Festival

The 11th Annual Rancho Mirage Writers Festival began its first night with a special evening thanking sponsors who make the event possible. “Angel Night,” featured a conversation between Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham with renowned journalist Brian Williams on Tuesday evening. The theme for the festival is “The United States Semiquincentennial.” The Festival takes place February 5-7,

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Palm Springs organization holds fundraiser for fallen Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy

Fallen Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy Timothy Corlew; tragically lost his life in an on duty motorcycle accident in January, the agency announced. On Monday, the Palm Springs Chapter 519 American Legion Post held a fundraiser that benefits Deputy Corlew’s surviving wife and 2 children. Organizers said they raised $3,912 in total. The fundraiser happened at American Legion

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Community rallies as CVUSD faces tough decisions on staff layoffs

Teachers, school nurses, parents, students and community members filled the room at the Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) meeting Thursday night, voicing concerns over a fiscal stabilization plan that includes laying off nearly 200 staff members. Teresa Nicole, school nurse, shared her initial reaction when she learned about the proposed plan. “Shock, disbelief,” Nicole

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The American Express Golf Tournament swings big for tourism in La Quinta

The American Express Golf Tournament draws thousands of visitors to La Quinta annually, contributing millions to the Coachella Valley economy. Pat McCabe, the tournament’s Executive Director, said from increased hotel occupancy to packed restaurants and shops, the event bolsters local businesses. “We anticipate close to 70,000 spectators,” McCabe said. “Throughout the course of the week.”

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Coachella City Manager could be fired at special meeting Tuesday, residents voice concerns

Coachella City Manager, Dr. Gabriel Martin, could be fired at a special meeting Tuesday morning. The update comes directly from the city of Coachella’s public information officer who confirmed that the city council will vote on Dr. Martin’s employment status during the meeting. The announcement follows a special meeting held last Tuesday, with labor negotiators.

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