Palm Springs Power to Host Cancer Awareness Night Saturday, July 11
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Katie's Guide to Rancho Mirage: Summer Staycation
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Iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Rolls Into Palm Springs Stadium This Friday!
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Valley's Top Workforce Leaders Headline Rancho Mirage Chamber Panel July 15
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Power Stops The Rush on Friday Night
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July 1 - The Quiet New Year
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Power Reign Victorious in Maverick Massacre
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One Wristband, Forty Reasons to Feel Good
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Keeping Our Local Restaurants Sizzling All Summer Long
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WALTER CLARK LEGAL GROUP COVERS RIDE FARE FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY
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Banning’s Salami Propel Power to Blowout Revenge Win vs Pirates
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Palm Springs Power Hosting MicroMania Wrestling Night for a Sixth Year
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Congratulations to Desert Town Hall’s 2026 Youth Ambassador Scholarship Recipients
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Pirates Bring Scorching Power to Screeching Halt
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Dr. Carreón Foundation’s Scholarship Awards Presented to 120 Students: A record-breaking $360,000 in scholarships
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Power Bounce Back in Dominant Fashion, Defeat Halos 10-2
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25 Simple Ways to Increase Revenue Without Finding New Customers
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Power Walk off Third Straight Game to Start Season
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Workforce Development Starts with Small Business: Practical Hiring Strategies for the Coachella Valley
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AUGUSTINE CASINO ANNOUNCES NEW COFFEE SHOP THE GRIND, PARTNERING WITH SAGUARO COFFEE FOR AN ELEVATED, LOCAL COFFEE EXPERIENCE
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A Thread That Holds the Valley Together: Understanding Valley Chambers
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Signature Speaker Series Highlights Coachella Valley Economic Development Strategies
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PALM SPRINGS POWER BASEBALL RETURNS MAY 29TH FOR 2026 SEASON OPENER WITH POST-GAME FIREWORKS
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Parkinson’s Resource Organization to Attend World Parkinson Congress in Phoenix
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Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM, Named to Board of Directors of the Western Association of Chamber Executives
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What I've Learned About Leadership From Running a Chamber
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Turning Shoulder Season into Local Momentum
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Coachella Valley Classical Voices Presents The Merry Widow An Evening of Romance, Intrigue, and Operatic Glamour – benefiting Palm Canyon Theatre
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?Palm Canyon Theatre Presents Wicked: Sing-Along
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Palm Canyon Theatre Presents The Ritz A High-Energy Comedy of Chaos, Camp, and Identity
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What’s ‘Growing Wild’ in the Sunnylands gardens? Movies in May
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 15, 2026CONTACT: Ken Chavez 760-202-2266, kchavez@sunnylands.org What’s ‘Growing Wild’ in the Sunnylands gardens? Movies in May Sunnylands’ free outdoor movie series, Films in the Gardens, resumes in May with a trio of films knit together under the theme, “Growing Wild,” which drew inspiration from the ongoing exhibition, Curating Canopy: Trees at Sunnylands.Films in the Gardens runs for three consecutive Friday evenings in May. Each movie begins at 8 p.m. They are:May 1
2026 State of the City “Cathedral City Takes Flight” on May 12
City of Cathedral City Presents: 2026 State of the City“Cathedral City Takes Flight” on May 12 ? (CATHEDRAL CITY, CA) April 16, 2026 — The City of Cathedral City, led by Mayor Raymond Gregory, invites residents, business leaders, and community stakeholders to attend the 2026 State of the City luncheon, “Cathedral City Takes Flight,” on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.The annual event will take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Golf Resort from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the business expo, presentations
Eisenhower Health Named One of the Nation’s 2026 100 Top Hospitals® By Modern Healthcare and Premier
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Most of your business transactions happen online now — contracts emailed, payments processed remotely, agreements signed without anyone in the same room. That efficiency is a genuine competitive advantage. But every digital touchpoint is also a potential entry point, and the businesses that treat security as an afterthought are the ones who learn that lesson the hard way. Securing your online transactions starts with three basics: authenticating who you're dealing with, protecting the documents and
Palm Canyon Theatre Presents The Tuesday Show: “Laurel Canyon Live”
Palm Canyon Theatre Presents The Tuesday Show: “Laurel Canyon Live” A Musical Tribute to the Legendary Sounds of Laurel Canyon Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Palm Springs, Calif., (April 02, 2026) – Palm Canyon Theatre proudly presents The Tuesday Show: “Laurel Canyon Live,” part of the ongoing cabaret series hosted by acclaimed local vocalist Francesca Amari, on April 21, 2026, at 7 p.m. This special performance continues the popular monthly series benefiting Palm Canyon Theatre. This final
Sunnylands celebrates desert plants and wildlife with a free Family Day on April 19
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?CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC CEMETERIES PRESENTS “MEL LEWIS MEMORIAL AWARD”
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CATurday Breakfast + BINGO Returns to Palm Springs to Help Local Cats and Kittens in Need
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Desert Institute at JTNPA Announces Desert Voices: A Day of Writing and Storytelling in Joshua Tree
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The Best in Local Professional Theatre is excited to present CABARET in Rancho Mirage at the amphitheater Apr 17-19, 2026
The Best in Local Professional Theatre is excited to present CABARETin Rancho Mirage at the amphitheater Apr 17-19, 2026 The signature program you love 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 CABARETGeneral admission and dinner tickets are available – act NOW for CABARET
PRO Presents Chocolate & Champagne: A Fundraising Soirée in Palm Springs
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A Sweet Convergence: Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day Returns to The River to Benefit Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Laurie KetteringEmail:lauriekettering@gmail.comPhone: 760-779-1823 A Sweet Convergence: Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day Returns to The River to Benefit Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert RANCHO MIRAGE, CA – The Coachella Valley’s favorite tradition is back with an extra layer of celebration this year! On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Ben & Jerry’s at The River will host its annual Free Cone Day from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This global celebration of "peace, love, and ice cream"
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Rancho Mirage Chamber Launches “Member Event Spotlight” to Celebrate Local Business Achievements Rancho Mirage, CA — March 31, 2026 — The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of its Member Event Spotlight, a new initiative designed to showcase the incredible events hosted by its members across the community. While the Chamber staff may not always be able to attend every event in person, this program ensures that the successes and energy of local businesses are shared and
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Rancho Mirage Chamber to Explore Economic Power of "Sports & Sound" at 2026 Signature Speaker Series
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When Digital Gets Ignored: Why Direct Mail Wins Attention and Results
Direct mail marketing has reemerged as a high-performing channel for businesses that want measurable results in a crowded digital environment. While inboxes overflow and ads compete for fleeting attention, physical mail creates a pause. It lands in someone’s hands. It sits on a desk. It gets remembered.Key Takeaways Direct mail cuts through digital saturation and earns focused attention. Physical mail often generates stronger response rates than many digital-only campaigns. Tangible materials improve
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Protect Before You Grow: Practical Legal Strategies for Small Business Owners
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Angel’s Haven Care: Residential Assisted Living with Heart in Rancho Mirage
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The Scroll Before the Stroll: How Digital Visibility Drives Real-World Foot Traffic
Your business’s digital presence is no longer optional. It’s the storefront before the storefront — the place people check before they check you out in person. And if you're not there, you're not just invisible. You’re irrelevant. Every search, scroll, and social post is a potential turning point for foot traffic, sales, and long-term customer loyalty. That presence — your business’s signal to the world — shapes perception, decision-making, and reputation before anyone sets foot inside.Build Trust Before
Walter Clark Legal Group Donates $64,500 in Backpacks and School Supplies to Five Southern California School Districts
Rancho Mirage, CA – July 29, 2025 – As the increasing costs of consumer goods continue to impact family budgets, Walter Clark Legal Group is helping relieve the pressure for some families by giving $64,500 worth of new backpacks filled with school supplies to elementary students at 5 school districts in the Southern California communities it serves. The elementary school students selected to receive new backpacks and school supplies will get them at the start of the academic year. This donation is part
Walter Clark Legal Group Donates $64,500 in Backpacks and School Supplies to Five Southern California School Districts
Rancho Mirage, CA – July 29, 2025 – As the increasing costs of consumer goods continue to impact family budgets, Walter Clark Legal Group is helping relieve the pressure for some families by giving $64,500 worth of new backpacks filled with school supplies to elementary students at 5 school districts in the Southern California communities it serves. The elementary school students selected to receive new backpacks and school supplies will get them at the start of the academic year. This
Sunnylands fondly recalls Wallis Annenberg for her dedication to her family's legacy of philanthropy
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. – The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands is deeply saddened by the passing of Wallis Annenberg, who will always be remembered for extending the legacy of philanthropy established by her father, Ambassador Walter Annenberg, and his wife, Leonore, Sunnylands’ founders. Wallis Huberta Annenberg, born in Philadelphia in 1939, was chairman of the board, president, and CEO of the Annenberg Foundation in Los Angeles and trustee of The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands in Rancho
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Palm Springs International Airport Director Named SWAAAE Airport Executive of the Year
Palm Springs, CA — The Southwest Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (SWAAAE) has named Harry Barrett, Jr., AAE, Executive Director of Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), as the 2025 Airport Executive of the Year, the organization’s highest individual honor. The award recognizes an airport leader who demonstrates courage, innovation, and measurable impact on their airport, community, and the aviation industry. Barrett was nominated by his peers for his transformational
Animal Samaritans Expands Free Spay & Neuter Program to Unincorporated Coachella Valley Residents in August
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Palm Springs Power Clinches Spot in 2025 CPCL Championship, Begins Quest for Three-Peat This Weekend
Palm Springs, Calif. – The Palm Springs Power have officially clinched a spot in the 2025 California Premier Collegiate League (CPCL) Championship Series! The Power now begin their quest for an unprecedented three-peat CPCL title against the Inland Valley Pirates. The best-of-three championship series kicks off with Game 1 on Saturday, July 19th, on the road at Citrus College. First pitch for that game will be at 5:00 PM. Fans will then have the exciting opportunity to cheer on their Power at home for
Palm Springs Lands Third Airline to New York; United Airlines Announces Nonstop Service to Newark
New seasonal flights begin December 18 Palm Springs, CA — United Airlines is bringing back nonstop service between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), starting December 18, 2025. The route will operate five to seven times per week depending on the month, using a Boeing 737-700 aircraft. This marks the first time in over five years that United will regularly fly the EWR-PSP route, reestablishing a key nonstop connection between the Coachella Valley and
How Small Businesses Can Market Smartly Without Overspending
It’s no secret that marketing budgets can balloon quickly, especially when chasing the latest trends or attempting to mimic big-brand strategies. But for smaller businesses or startups, the challenge isn’t about how much to spend—it’s about how to spend well. With the right focus, even a lean plan can pack a punch. Success lies not in spending more, but in spending with purpose, creativity, and attention to what truly connects. Anchor Everything to a Clear Message A strong message is a compass. Before
Palm Springs International Film Festival Announces 2026 Dates
Palm Springs, CA (March 28, 2025) - The Palm Springs International Film Society has announced that the 37th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival will return Friday, January 2, 2026 through Monday, January 12, 2026. The Film Awards will take place on January 2 at the Palm Springs Convention Center, with film screenings beginning Saturday, January 3 including the Opening Night presentation that evening and will conclude with Best of Fest and special programming on January 12 and 13. Palm Springs
