Brianna Miller Honored as an Ambassador of the Year for Outstanding Community Leadership
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
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
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
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Cheers Coffee Honored with Rising Star Award for Community Impact and Purpose-Driven Business
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
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
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
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
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
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LifeStream Blood Bank Honored with Heart of Rancho Mirage Award for Lifesaving Service and Community Impact
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
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
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 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
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
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
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California Winter League Celebrates Pride Day and City of Indian Wells Day with Special Weekend Events
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 Surge
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 Baseball
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
California Winter League Elevates Reach with Landmark Bally’s Sports Broadcast Partnership
California Winter League Elevates Reach with Landmark Bally’s Sports Broadcast PartnershipPalm Springs, Calif. - The California Winter League (CWL) is ushering in a transformative era of exposure for its 2026 season. Beginning January 22nd, through an exclusive partnership with Bally’s Sports, every game played at the historic Palm Springs Stadium—former spring training home of the California Angels—will be broadcast live on the Bally’s Sports Live App. This landmark agreement places the CWL’s elite
New Homeowners Offered Exclusive Tile & Stone Preservation Discount
New Homeowners Offered Exclusive Tile & Stone Preservation Discount Protect Your Investment Before Permanent Damage Occurs Rancho Mirage, CA — New homeowners are often focused on move-in details, but one critical step is frequently overlooked: sealing tile and stone surfaces. In fact, industry data shows that nearly 90% of new tile or stone installations are never properly sealed, leaving them vulnerable to stains, moisture damage, and long-term wear. To help homeowners protect their investment,
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California Winter League to Host “Across the Aisle Day” Featuring 2026 Gubernatorial Candidates
California Winter League to Host “Across the Aisle Day” Featuring 2026 Gubernatorial CandidatesPalm Springs, Calif. - The California Winter League (CWL) is proud to announce “Across the Aisle Day,” a unique non-partisan event scheduled for Saturday, January 24th, at historic Palm Springs Stadium. The event will feature two prominent 2026 California Gubernatorial candidates: Chad Bianco (R) and Ian Calderon (D).The afternoon’s festivities will be moderated by special guest emcee Tim O’Brien of NBC Palm
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FESTIVAL THEATERS PALM SPRINGS POSITIONS ITSELF AS COACHELLA VALLEY’S HOME FOR INDIE, INTERNATIONAL, AND LGBTQ+ CINEMA
FESTIVAL THEATERS PALM SPRINGS POSITIONS ITSELF AS COACHELLA VALLEY’S HOME FOR INDIE, INTERNATIONAL, AND LGBTQ+ CINEMA Introduces Expanded Showtimes, Discounted Tickets, and a Renewed Focus on Independent Cinema Palm Springs, CA (January 20, 2026)—Festival Theaters Palm Springs (789 E Tahquitz Canyon Way) is entering a new chapter with a renewed commitment to independent, international, and LGBTQ+ cinema, positioning itself as the Coachella Valley’s home for arthouse and community-driven film
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF CATHEDRAL CITY AND PANDA CARES, THE PHILANTHROPIC FOUNDATION OF PANDA EXPRESS, PARTNER TO ENHANCE ACADEMIC SUCCESS RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO OUR YOUTH DURING AFTER SCHOOLTIME
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF CATHEDRAL CITY AND PANDA CARES, THE PHILANTHROPIC FOUNDATION OF PANDA EXPRESS, PARTNER TO ENHANCE ACADEMIC SUCCESS RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO OUR YOUTH DURING AFTER SCHOOLTIME WHO: The Boys & Girls Club of Cathedral Citystaff and youth, joined by local Panda Express associates WHAT: The Panda Cares Center of Hope is a newly renovated space within our Club designed to deliver a nurturing environment that inspires learning and growth. The Center of Hope is more than just a place for academic
The Rammys Outstanding Business Awards Dinner and Board Installation
Dear Members, The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the return of the Coachella Valley’s premier business celebration: The Rammys Outstanding Business Awards Dinner and Board Installation. Taking place on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the elegant Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa, this evening serves as the ultimate kickoff to the new year. A New Tradition This year’s theme, “Leading with Heart,” highlights the compassion, resilience, and
Angel’s Haven Care: Residential Assisted Living with Heart in Rancho Mirage
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
