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The Desert Sun

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Major changes planned for Palm Desert mall site. See latest proposal

In November 2023, a Los Angeles company purchased Palm Desert’s declining mall with the goal of transforming it into what it called a vibrant, mixed-use destination. Now, nearly three years later, the company has started to publicly sketch out a proposal for what that redevelopment could look like, along with a timeline for bringing it to fruition. It includes homes, shops, restaurants and new commercial buildings along parts of the site now covered with parking lots. A Powerpoint presentation published online ahead of a planned presentation to the Palm Desert City Council on Thursday, Nov. 12, details what the mall’s owner, Pacific Retail Capital Partners , describes as a still-evolving plan for a mix of new housing, “neighborhood retail” offerings and a public plaza at the site. The plan also calls for maintaining much of the existing enclosed mall, which covers about 34 acres. The presentation also unveils what would be the new name for the property: “The Village at Palm Desert.” A memo from the city's director of economic development, Martin Alvarez, says the presentation gives the council an early look at a specific plan that will be formally submitted to the city council for consideration next spring. A

Palm Desert, CA · 2d

The Desert Sun

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Plaza Theatre hosting Kathy Griffin in Palm Springs is unacceptable

I am withdrawing any future support from the Plaza Theatre due to management's decision to host the Kathy Griffin residency next year . This booking represents a glaring double standard. In 2017, Griffin posed with a mock, blood-soaked severed head of a sitting U.S. president , crossing the line from satire into graphic, targeted violence. She vocally wished for Donald Trump's death multiple times, including a tweet that he should be given a "syringe with nothing but air inside it." If a comedian depicted graphic violence against a prominent LGBTQ+ icon such as Lady Gaga or Elton John, or the mayor of Palm Springs, or a different political leader, would this institution give them a platform? By hosting her, management appears to signal that graphic political violence and targeted, public death wishes are acceptable if the target belongs to a specific political party. To give her a residency just adds insult to injury, rewarding behavior that would get anyone else permanently blacklisted. As a local resident, I will not subsidize this corporate hypocrisy, which is a shame coming from a musicain who truly loves to support orchestra and symphonies around the world. Morgan Myrmo, La Quinta Non-citizens voting? Absolutely not

Palm Springs, CA · 1d

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Chandi family’s gift puts its name on Eisenhower emergency department

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (Diya TV) — Eisenhower Health dedicated its emergency department to the Chandi family on Nov. 6, honoring Nachhattar and Susana Chandi for a major gift to the Coachella Valley health system. The ceremony recognized the family’s support for a department that treats more than 50,000 patients a year.

Rancho Mirage, CA · 1d
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KESQ News Channel 3

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I-Team: Dead Zone in Rancho Mirage

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) - For years, Rancho Mirage residents have suffered from spotty cell phone service. It's more than a daily annoyance. Coverage dead zones are becoming a growing public safety concern when emergency calls fail to connect. A resident, Angela Cervantes, said, "My mother, who lives off of Peterson, did not receive a single phone call from The post I-Team: Dead Zone in Rancho Mirage appeared first on KESQ .

Rancho Mirage, CA · 3d

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Cathedral City Man Fights $495K Dodger Stadium Fall Verdict, Wants More

A Cathedral City man who says he tripped over a chunk of uplifted asphalt at Dodger Stadium in 2022 and later needed neck surgery is now asking a judge to either give him a new trial or hand over an additional $250,000, arguing the jury that awarded him $495,740 last month shortchanged him on pain-and-suffering damages.

Cathedral City, CA · 12h

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Grand Opening for Braille Institute in Rancho Mirage Set for Next Week

Braille Institute of America and Vision Support America will host an opening ceremony next week for a facility in Rancho Mirage. The celebration will take place from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, with a ribbon-cutting at 4:40 p.m. at 42525 Rancho Mirage Lane. KESQ Chief Meteorologist and “Eye on the Desert” host Patrick Evans will emcee the event.

Rancho Mirage, CA · 2d

Just Jared

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Coachella 2027 Headliners & Full Lineup Announced – See the List!

Coachella just surprise announced the lineup for the upcoming 2027 Coachella Music Festival! The annual music and arts festival will […]

Indio, CA · 2d

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Greater Palm Springs Makes Its Play for the Big Leagues

For decades, Greater Palm Springs has lured visitors with sunshine, swimming pools, golf courses and leisurely afternoons beneath the San Jacinto Mountains. Now, the desert is adding something considerably louder to the itinerary. Professional hockey, basketball, nationally televised college tournaments and international tennis are transforming the Coachella Valley into an...

Palm Springs, CA · 3d

KESQ News Channel 3

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Two longtime Palm Springs businesses facing major changes as Toucans rebrands and Ace Hardware prepares to close

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - Two longtime Palm Springs businesses are preparing for major changes, with one closing its doors after years of serving the community and another undergoing a transformation that will bring a familiar Brooklyn nightlife brand to the Coachella Valley. Palm Springs Ace Hardware is preparing to close its current location after The post Two longtime Palm Springs businesses facing major changes as Toucans rebrands and Ace Hardware prepares to close appeared first on KESQ .

Palm Springs, CA · 19h

KESQ News Channel 3

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What’s next for the Palm Desert Library? Questions remain over taxpayer spending after city changes course

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) - Approximately $1 million in taxpayer money was spent planning and designing a new Palm Desert Library that will no longer be built, city officials confirmed to News Channel 3. The revelation comes after the Palm Desert City Council voted 4-1 on October 22 to move away from plans for a The post What’s next for the Palm Desert Library? Questions remain over taxpayer spending after city changes course appeared first on KESQ .

Palm Desert, CA · 2d

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Cathedral City rejects Palm Springs’ detour plan for upcoming CV Link underpass closure

Palm Springs officials were unable to persuade Cathedral City to support a Sarah Street detour around the upcoming Ramon Road bridge project, city staff told the Active Transportation Subcommittee on Monday, leaving cyclists facing a longer, more circuitous route during the two-year construction period. The project will require a full...

Palm Springs, CA · 3d

The Desert Sun

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See what's in former Antique Galleries owner's new Palm Springs store

(This story was updated to add new information.) There may be no land, or any cattle, but the Palm Springs Land and Cattle Co. sure has a whole lot else to offer curious shoppers. The latest project of former Antique Galleries owner Mike Rivkin , Land and Cattle Co. aims to bring a new approach to vintage stores. From $2,000 handcrafted model cars to $50 Italian Air Force espresso sets, Rivkin hopes to attract a different kind of buyer to his new business at 590 S. Indian Canyon Drive, which will open on Thursday, Nov. 19. "At the end of the day, its stuff that I like and respond well to and I’m hoping there’s enough people out there like me that feel the same way," Rivkin said. Earlier this year, Rivkin decided to close the antique store he'd run for 12 years just off Sunny Dunes Road so he could retire. At the time, he told The Desert Sun he wanted to "drift off into my dotage with a little less to do." Apparently, a "little less" meant starting a new store, with all the headaches that go along with preparing for a grand opening. But Rivkin, who writes

Palm Springs, CA · 3d

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Coachella Valley cools into the 70s with gusty winds and a chance of weekend showers

We’re topping out near 90 degrees this Veterans Day in the Coachella Valley, with cooler temperatures and more clouds moving in late week. The first round of rain early Friday will be focused along the coast, with our best chance for a few scattered showers arriving Friday evening into Saturday. That said, we're only looking at a 30% with minor accumulation if anything at all.

Coachella Valley, CA · 1d

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Spencer’s Restaurant to Launch $1 Breakfast

Spencer’s Restaurant in Palm Springs will begin a $1 breakfast promotion on Thursday to support DAP Health and its Winterfest initiative, which aims to bring food, blankets and toys to families in need throughout the Coachella Valley. The $1 breakfast menu deal will be held from 7:30 to 10...

Palm Springs, CA · 2d

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Three Food Festivals Bring Barbecue, Plant-Based Dining and Wine Tastings to the Coachella Valley This Weekend

Residents and visitors looking for something to eat this weekend will have several options as three food-focused festivals arrive in different Coachella Valley cities. The events range from barbecue and family entertainment in Indio to plant-based cuisine in Cathedral City and wine tastings in downtown Palm Springs. The Palm Springs Food and Wine Festival opens Friday, November 13, with its main tasting sessions Saturday and Sunday, while the other two events take place Saturday, November 14.

Coachella Valley, CA · 1d

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Senior success helps Edward Fryatt leave pro golf memories in the past

Boulder Creek (Nevada) Golf Club is just a short 40-minute drive from Edward Fryatt’s Las Vegas-area home. The golf course has always been among his favorites, which brought no shortage of good vibes this week in the Golfweek Senior Desert Showdown. Familiarity was one variable, perhaps, that helped the 55-year-old Fryatt romp to a six-shot victory over Stephen Nichols. Fryatt’s 16-under total included rounds of 67-65-68. He made two eagles in the final round. “I drove the ball good, I just kind of managed my game,” he said when asked to assess his play. “I’ve been on a pretty good run the last few weeks, so I was happy to come away with the win.” Fryatt wasn’t the only player who authored a big victory at the Golfweek Desert Senior. In the Super Senior division, Bob Easterlin of Frisco, Texas, authored an even bigger one by finishing 11 shots ahead of George Muhar from Palm Desert, California. In the Legend division, David Ujihara of Brea, California, was 12 under and nine shots ahead of runner-up Terry Tyson of Perrysburg, Ohio. Greg Mokler of Timnath, Colorado, finished 54 holes at 8 under, which was six shots better than Neil Spitalny of

Las Vegas, NV · 3d

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Tramview Heights plan goes to Planning Commission Nov. 18; residents seek more time

Palm Springs planners will present a proposal that could help bring a grocery store and new housing to the city’s north end to the Planning Commission on Nov. 18, but some residents say they haven’t had enough time to organize ahead of the meeting. The Tramview Heights Specific...

Palm Springs, CA · 17h

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Let Someone Else Cook Thanksgiving Dinner: Holiday Dining Options at Agua Caliente Casinos

If the thought of spending Thanksgiving Day in the kitchen doesn’t sound particularly appealing this year, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a traditional holiday meal without doing the cooking or cleanup. Agua Caliente Casinos is offering a variety of Thanksgiving dining options across its three Coachella Valley properties, with something for nearly every taste and budget, from elegant prix fixe dinners to traditional turkey dinners and casual sports-bar fare.

Rancho Mirage, CA · 2d