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Flower Watch
A noticeable difference from two weeks ago. Flowers are popping and plants are putting out new growth. To see what the flowers below look like before you head out, search on this site: BorregoWildflowers.org If you want an app in t... — Updated 5/15/2024
Boys & Girls Club 25th Golf Tourney
Despite the devastating fire last October, Ramien Shalizi, de Anza Country Club's General Manager, agreed with little hesitation to host yet again the Boys and Girls Club annual Golf Tournament. Ramien and his staff, including... — Updated 5/15/2024
Unveiling Ceremony
In a well-attended, small private ceremony on Feb. 17, a new plaque was unveiled, to commemorate a dedication to two families. The new name of the BAI's gallery will now be the McQuown/Wermers Gallery at the Borrego Art Institute.... — Updated 5/15/2024
Flower Watch with Kate Harper
A sea of gold, green, and white with patches of purple that POP! A breeze at dusk ripples the blooms like an impressionist painting of waves. At press time March 11, 2024, the peak flower show is underway at the Henderson Canyon... — Updated 3/23/2024
BWD Receives More Fed Funding
For the second year in a row, the Borrego Water District and its Legislative Advocates in DC, Ana Schwab and Lowry Crook – Best Best and Krieger LLP, have been successful in receiving a minimum of $3.6 M in Congressionally Direct Spending. The funding will be used to replace a... — Updated 3/23/2024
Community Sunrise Service in Borrego Celebrates Easter
There are numerous religious festivals that punctuate the calendar. The one central to Christians is the celebration of the raising of Jesus from the dead. In English, we call it Easter, likely derived from the name of a deity of... — Updated 3/16/2024
Turkey Vulture Rescued
Occasionally, particularly in Spring and early Summer, migrating birds pick up viruses that make them ill, or sometimes fall prey to other critters. Sick or injured birds are not uncommon in the Borrego Valley, but fortunately... — Updated 3/14/2024
Experience the Bloom Responsibly
As spring approaches, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (ABDSP) and Anza-Borrego Foundation (ABF) welcomes visitors from around the world to enjoy the wonder of the wildflower bloom season by following proper etiquette and safety measures when exploring the Park. As California’s l... — Updated 3/12/2024
Borrego Days Theme 2024
The theme for the 58th Annual Borrego Days Parade has been announced, and will be “Celebrating Our Local Veterans.” For more information, contact the Chamber at 760-767-5555.... — Updated 3/11/2024
Dollar General Market: Beer, Wine License
On February 26, the County of San Diego, Planning & Development Services awarded and approved Dollar General Market developer NNNDG, LLC ABC Determination for a beer and wine Type 20 license for the Dollar General Market located at 872 Palm Canyon Drive in the Borrego Springs... — Updated 3/11/2024
Primary Election Results: Anticipated November Battle
The 2024 Primary Election was underway and it was surely filled with a whirlwind of tense emotions – with numerous debates, advertisements, and campaigning. Tensions rose among the country, and the state as the counting of ballots stretched over a few days. But with Super Tuesday... — Updated 3/11/2024
WASTEWATER METER UPGRADES
Total BWD Wastewater Treatment Plan inflows come from either Town Center, Borrego Springs Resort/Club Circle, Rams Hill or La Casa/Legion. BWD has been working diligently to better understand flows in its wastewater collection system for future planning and rate setting purposes.... — Updated 3/10/2024
Henderson Canyon Road Blooming
The flowers are blooming in Borrego, and Henderson Canyon Road is showing off! As of Monday, March 4, desert sand verbena, desert sunflowers, desert lillies and more are making their appearances. You can stop by and pick up a free... — Updated 3/10/2024
Antique Motorcycle Club
The Antique Motorcycle Club of America visited Borrego Springs over the weekend, and had a blast exploring the town!... — Updated 3/10/2024
SDG&E Outage
SDG&E crews will upgrade several power poles in the Borrego Springs community on March 18, which will result in two momentary outages at 3 a.m. on March 18 and again on March 19 as crews transfer to and from the larger energy grid. SDG&E states, “We understand these outages can b... — Updated 3/10/2024
Borrego Ministers Association Now A 501c3
Remembering the evolution of the Borrego Ministers Association (BMA), it grew from a small network of clergy and laity trying to coordinate assistance to neighbors in need into more encompassing community presence. During the pandemic, concerned Borregans turned to the BMA to... — Updated 3/5/2024
Help County Set Budget Priorities
It is not released until May, but the County is already working on the budget for the next fiscal year. And thinking about what to prioritize in a volatile economy. That’s where you come in. The County wants your help. You’re invited to fill out a survey on Engage San Diego Cou... — Updated 3/5/2024
Howling Wind Does Not Stop Pegleg
The annual Pegleg Smith Liar's Contest, held Saturday at dusk on March 2, was a huge success despite the howling wind and weather advisory that kept some contestants home. The annual event is held at the American Legion, Post 853,... — Updated 3/5/2024
Disaster CalFresh Benefits
People impacted by the Jan. 22, 2024 storm flooding may be eligible for the Disaster CalFresh program. The program provides a one-time payment to buy food for themselves and their families. The County of San Diego received funding for this program from the federal government for p... — Updated 3/5/2024
Cycle Psyched
Borrego is a wonderful place to cycle especially in the late fall, winter . and early spring. It's warm weather, long flat stretches of road (there are hills nearby if that's what you want) and little traffic make it almost ideal.... — Updated 3/5/2024
SDG&E Unveils Four Advanced Microgrids to Boost Grid Resilience and Reliability
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) unveiled four new microgrids featuring advanced remote operation capabilities and state-of-the-art safety technologies to help enhance grid reliability and bolster resiliency for the surrounding communities. The four microgrid and energy storage... — Updated 3/4/2024
The Moon is Falling!
In the lush garden of Woolsthorpe Manor in Lincolnshire, England, grows a lone apple tree. This is not just any old apple tree but the very tree where it is said that, in the summer of 1666, Isaac Newton watched an apple fall and... — Updated 3/4/2024
Borrego High School Graduate Needs Our Help
Briem Cole, Borrego Springs High School Class of 2023, tragically lost his left hand in an off-roading accident two weeks ago. Friends and family are raising funds via a GoFundMe account for a prosthesis for Briem. Many know Briem... — Updated 3/4/2024
Borrego Days Parade is Back
The Borrego Springs Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center has announced that the Parade for the 58th Annual Borrego Days Festival will be back this year, thanks to committee chairs Konki and Rick Jarvis! Stay tuned for further details.... — Updated 3/4/2024
Bark of Success, Annual Dog Show
It was a tail-wagging good time at the Third Annual Roadrunner Club/Springs RV Park Dog Show on Feb. 22, held at the Dreamweaver Amphitheater. The event was emceed by Susan Dent and judged by Diana Fox and Linda Bates with the... — Updated 3/1/2024
