Mama’s House Named Benefiting Charity for Diamond Wish Fashion Week El Paseo – March 14, 2026Palm Desert, CA — Mama’s House is honored to serve as a benefiting charity for the West Coast’s largest fashion week, Diamond Wish Fashion Week El Paseo, presented by California Bank & Trust. The event returns to the iconic Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert, with a portion of proceeds from the evening of Saturday, March 14, 2026, directly supporting the life-changing programs and services of Mama’s House. To
Saturday’s CWL Semifinal Slate Doesn’t Disappoint The Washington Blue Sox shut out the Oregon Lumberjacks 5-0 in Saturday morning’s semifinal at Palm Springs Stadium. Logan Reese put Washington ahead with a two-run single in the third inning. Bubba Thompson followed with an RBI, giving the Blue Sox a 3-0 lead through three. Ethan Crawford added two more runs in the fifth with a two-run single of his own. The five runs were more than enough for starting pitcher Joseph Christiana. The right-hander allowed
2026 California Winter League Playoffs Begin This Friday at Historic Palm Springs StadiumPalm Springs, Calif. - The 2026 California Winter League postseason officially begins this Friday, February 13th, as eight teams move from the regular season into a high-stakes battle for the league title. This year’s playoffs feature a revised format, with the field split into two distinct divisions: the American Division and the Canadian Division. The action kicks off with a four-game quarterfinal round on Friday,
H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation Presents $25,000 Impact Grant Funds Will Help Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert Restore Site-Based Mentoring Programs Palm Desert, Calif., (February 12, 2026) – The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation awarded a $25,000 Impact Grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert to support the restoration of its site-based mentoring programs at Boys & Girls Clubs in Indio and Coachella. “We are grateful to the Berger Foundation for investing in the return of
Offense Sets the Tone Again on High-Scoring Tuesday in the CWL Tuesday featured loads of offensive explosions at the backfield behind Palm Springs Stadium, starting off with the matchup between the Alberta Grizzly and the British Columbia Bombers. Orlando Balderas and Kevin Consolazio faced off against each other on the mound against two dangerous offenses. The Bombers were the first to strike with two runs on three hits in the second inning before the Grizzly offense answered back with seven runs in the
Brianna Miller Honored as an Ambassador of the Year for Outstanding Community Leadership Palm Desert, CA — Brianna Miller has been named an Ambassador of the Year honoree, recognizing her 16 years of dedicated service, leadership, and advocacy on behalf of children, families, and the broader Riverside County community. Miller currently serves as the Recruitment & Outreach Manager for Voices for Children, Riverside County’s Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program. In this role, she leads efforts
Mark D. Brady Honored as an Ambassador of the Year for Creative Excellence and Visual Storytelling Palm Desert, CA — Mark D. Brady has been named an Ambassador of the Year honoree, recognizing his more than 25 years of creative excellence and his lasting contributions to the arts, visual storytelling, and the broader creative community. An accomplished artistic photographer and visual storyteller, Brady is known for his refined eye, technical mastery, and versatile practice that seamlessly blends fine
Center for Employment Training Named Non-Profit of the Year for Transformative Workforce Development Coachella, CA — The Center for Employment Training (CET) has been named Non-Profit of the Year, recognizing its more than 50 years of impactful service and its ongoing commitment to strengthening the local community through skilled training, job placement, and economic empowerment. At its Coachella site, CET is driven by a dedicated team of 13 passionate professionals who work tirelessly to connect
Cheers Coffee Honored with Rising Star Award for Community Impact and Purpose-Driven Business Rancho Mirage, CA — Cheers Coffee has been named the recipient of the Rising Star Award, recognizing the business’s inspiring growth, strong community presence, and commitment to connection, service, and purpose. Founded on a vision rooted in faith and service, Cheers Coffee was created to be more than a place to grab a cup of coffee. From the beginning, the mission has been clear: to create a welcoming space
College of the Desert Honored with Impact Award for Transformational Education and Community Leadership Palm Desert, CA — College of the Desert (COD) has been named the recipient of the Impact Award, recognizing its decades-long commitment to educational excellence, workforce development, and meaningful community impact throughout the Coachella Valley. Founded in 1958 following a landslide vote of approval by Coachella Valley residents, College of the Desert has grown into a cornerstone institution
Cotino™, a Storyliving by Disney™ Community, Honored with Innovation Award for Reimagining Community Living Rancho Mirage, CA — Cotino™, a Storyliving by Disney™ community, has been named the recipient of the Innovation Award, recognizing its groundbreaking approach to residential living and its imaginative integration of design, storytelling, and community connection in the heart of Rancho Mirage. Cotino is the first community of its kind—an immersive new-home neighborhood designed by Disney Imagineers
Ambassador David J. Lane of Sunnylands Honored as Barbara Sinatra Distinguished Citizen of the Year Rancho Mirage, CA — Ambassador David J. Lane, President of The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands, has been named Barbara Sinatra Distinguished Citizen of the Year, recognizing his exceptional leadership, public service, and enduring contributions to civic engagement, global cooperation, and the cultural life of the Coachella Valley. For nearly a decade, Ambassador Lane has guided Sunnylands as a
David E. Scott of Decorators Depot Honored as Business Person of the Year for Design Excellence and Community Legacy Rancho Mirage, CA — David E. Scott, founder of Decorators Depot, Inc. and David E. Scott Design Builders, Inc., has been named Business Person of the Year, recognizing more than three decades of visionary leadership, craftsmanship, and lasting impact on the architectural and design landscape of the Coachella Valley and beyond. For over 30 years, Scott has been more than a builder—he has
LifeStream Blood Bank Honored with Heart of Rancho Mirage Award for Lifesaving Service and Community Impact Rancho Mirage, CA — LifeStream Blood Bank has been named the recipient of the Heart of Rancho Mirage Award, recognizing its unwavering commitment to saving lives and strengthening the health and well-being of the Rancho Mirage community and the greater Coachella Valley. As a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting volunteer blood donors with patients in need, LifeStream plays a critical
Mission Hills Country Club Honored as Large Business of the Year for Excellence and Community Leadership Rancho Mirage, CA — Mission Hills Country Club has been named Large Business of the Year, recognizing more than 50 years of leadership, service, and impact in Rancho Mirage and the greater Coachella Valley. Since its founding, Mission Hills Country Club has helped define the region as a destination for exceptional golf, premium amenities, and meaningful community connections. The club hosts
Si Bon Honored as Medium Business of the Year for Culinary Excellence and Community Impact Rancho Mirage, CA — Si Bon Restaurant & Catering, led by Belgian-born chef Philippe Caupain and his wife, Edith, has been named Medium Business of the Year, celebrating their dedication to culinary artistry, community engagement, and resilience in the Coachella Valley. Chef Philippe discovered his passion for the kitchen at just 15 years old, beginning his professional journey with an apprenticeship at the
The Best in Local Professional Theatre is excited to present CHICAGO in Rancho Mirage at the amphitheater March 13-15, 2026 The signature program you love continues the Broadway series, is back at the amphitheater with presenting partner the City of Rancho Mirage. “The Broadway Series!” featuring professional actors and live orchestra all under the award-winning artistic direction of Ray Limon and Joshua Carr. Next up it’s the crowd-pleasing smash hit musical “CHICAGO”General admission tickets are
Mario’s TileCare and Concrete Cleaning Celebrates Over 35 Years of Trusted Service Rancho Mirage, CA – February 3, 2026 — Mario’s TileCare and Concrete Cleaning, a family-owned and operated business led by owner Mario Hernandez, proudly celebrates over 35 years of serving the community with high-quality tile, grout, and concrete cleaning services. Founded more than three decades ago, Mario’s TileCare and Concrete Cleaning has built its reputation on craftsmanship, reliability, and honest service. What
A new Family Day at Sunnylands invites guests to find inspiration through trees and nature RANCHO MIRAGE, CA -- Exploring creativity through trees and other gifts of nature takes center stage in a free Family Day celebrating the new exhibition, Curating Canopy: Trees at Sunnylands.On Sunday, Feb. 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests are invited to participate in a number of nature- and tree-focused activities at Sunnylands Center & Gardens.“We will be planting seeds of knowledge through fun, community-led
California Winter League Celebrates Pride Day and City of Indian Wells Day with Special Weekend EventsPalm Springs, Calif. - This weekend at Palm Springs Stadium, there is much more to the experience than just world-class professional baseball. On Saturday, January 31st, the CWL is proud to host Pride Day, a celebration of diversity and inclusion within the Coachella Valley community. Highlighting the pre-game festivities, local favorite and renowned singer MaMa Silver will take the field to perform the
CWL Saturday: Comebacks, Close Calls and a Power SurgePalm Springs, Calif. - The Alberta Grizzly defeated the British Columbia Bombers 12-7 Saturday morning on the auxiliary field. Tyler Smith put the Grizzly up early with a three-run shot to right field in the first. The Bombers trailed 7-0 through three frames but quickly found themselves back in the game following a 4-run fourth inning. Jeffrey Reseigh’s leadoff solo homer in the 6th sparked a 3-run inning and tied the game 7-7. The back-and-forth
Exciting Close to Weekend One of CWL BaseballPalm Springs, Calif. - Day 4 of the California Winter League kicked off with the AUX field game between the Alberta Grizzlies and the Canada A’s. Takushi Minakawa was the first man up on the bump for the A’s taking on a Grizzly team that had taken a hard-fought win a day ago. The Grizzlies would take the first run of the game with a Joseph Eichelberger single with two men on base, scoring Gonzalez in the 1st. It would not take long for run support to help out
Caring for Seniors in Rancho Mirage Rancho Mirage is a community known for its sunshine, beauty, and neighborly spirit. As families here look for the best ways to support their aging loved ones, residential assisted living has become an increasingly popular choice. It offers seniors the comfort of home with the safety, care, and companionship they need.What Makes Residential Assisted Living Special? Unlike large nursing facilities, residential assisted living homes provide a family-like atmosphere with