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Spring Forward Across Borrego
Daylight Saving Time has sprung up as fast as the flowers. The year is flying by but it means winter is over once again and the temperatures are rising. Traffic is already heavy through town and hotels are full for a twenty mile radius. Fingers are crossed that the sun doesn't... — Updated 3/12/2017
It's Borrego..... but not as we know it
Traffic, traffic and more traffic as you're trying to head through town. Christmas Circle has turned in to a race track as people attempt to work out which lane will get them to the flowers faster. Reports of cars stopping in the middle of the road, doors open and occupants... — Updated 3/11/2017
Music at the Resort
Following on from last nights successful gig at the Borrego Springs Resort, Don Davis is back. Raspy tones and soulful melodies will be ringing out across the patio tonight as the sun goes down and smoothly as the cocktails. Come and have a listen and enjoy the wonderful... — Updated 3/11/2017
Flu Deaths Continue Across County
As influenza continues to spread across the County, four more flu deaths have been reported in the last week the County Health and Human Services Agency have announced. A total of 61 local flu deaths have been reported to date this season, compared to 39 this time last year. The... — Updated 3/10/2017
Audubon Names Salton Sea Program Director
Audubon California today announced the hiring of Frank Ruiz as Salton Sea Program Director. Ruiz, who hails from nearby Coachella, will be tasked with leading Audubon California's multi-faceted campaign to safeguard habitat for... — Updated 2/7/2017
Car Crash in Borrego
A two vehicle collision took place on Fri. Jan 6 at the uncontrolled junction of Verbena Drive and Five Diamonds Road. One of the cars, a black Dodge Ram driven by a nineteen year old local resident saw one of its tires torn from... — Updated 2/7/2017
Free Sandbags Across the County
December has seen two to five times more rain fall over the county in some areas for December 2016 than December 2015. With more rain expected this week, and months of winter still ahead, residents in unincorporated areas can get... — Updated 2/7/2017
Flood Warnings
The National Weather Service in San Diego has issued a flood advisory warning. Doppler radar and automated rain gauges are indicating heavy rain which will likely cause Urban and Small Stream flooding. Up to one inch of rain has already fallen during the past twelve hours in some... — Updated 1/20/2017
Cold and Wet in Borrego
Inauguration day for President Trump, but here in Borrego the skies are overcast and Rainbows are out in full. Changes have been made at Borrego Springs Resort and things are looking up for the team over there. Restaurants are... — Updated 1/20/2017
SUNDOWNER - Rams Hill
Don't miss tonights Sundowner. Starting at 5:00p.m. with raffles, entertainment and a chance to meet up and enjoy some good food.... — Updated 1/20/2017
Crash at Hell Hole Canyon
Traffic was brought to a stop today Jan. 19, following a single vehicle accident at Hell hole canyon. The road was turned in to single lane traffic whilst the grey Suburban, driven by a young local resident was pulled from the... — Updated 1/19/2017
Puppies for New Homes
Two adorable little puppies have been handed in to an Ocotillo Wells resident, in the search for a new home or homes. A male and a female, they will remain a small size. They are doing well on house training, but still have the... — Updated 1/19/2017
Border Agents - $84k Meth Seized
El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents from the Indio Station assigned to the Highway 86 checkpoint, arrested a man suspected of smuggling drugs embedded in the frame of his vehicle Tuesday afternoon. The arrest occurred at approximately 4:30 p.m. Jan. 17, when a 31-year-old man... — Updated 1/19/2017
Rain, Rain, Rain
It's another wet day in Borrego. White cloudy skies and a constant drizzle coming down across the desert. However, there are still things to do despite the inclement weather promising to stay around for the next few days. Today, the BAI are having a lunch and demonstration at de... — Updated 1/19/2017
Rally for Healthcare
Local resident Kathleen Gugg gathered support for a Bernie Sanders Healthcare Rally at Christmas Circle in conjunction with others held around the country on Sat. Jan 14. "We met at the circle at 9 am and stayed until 11 am." said... — Updated 1/18/2017
High Wind Warning
Wind Advisory in effect from 10 PM Wed. Jan 18 to 4 am Sat. 21. The National Weather Service predicts winds southwest to west 20 to 35 mph with local gusts over 50 mph late Wednesday night and Thursday, then 25 to 45 mph with local gusts over 65 mph Friday into Saturday... — Updated 1/18/2017
Rain Across County
Rain has continued to fall sporadically across Borrego Springs and surrounding areas. The much needed precipitation has seen temporary road closures and high winds as the winter storms pass over the valley. In a 72-hour period the storm had dropped 1.29 inches in Julian; 1.08 in... — Updated 1/16/2017
Friday 13th Across Borrego
The day started off with yet more rain but it hasn't dampened the spirits of the Borrego Springs Film Festival visitors. Now on its second day, the theater has seen packed seats through the viewings.... — Updated 1/13/2017
Border Agents - $800k Narcotics Seized
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents arrested two people after discovering more than $800,000 in narcotics hidden inside a truck's spare tire in the Salton City area. A male driver and a female passenger in a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado approached the Highway 86 checkpoint... — Updated 1/11/2017
Flu Numbers Increasing
The number of lab-confirmed influenza cases increased by 56 percent (from 292 to 455) last week, a sign that the flu is rapidly spreading across the region. Four additional influenza deaths have been reported in San Diego, bringing this season’s local total to nine, the County H... — Updated 1/11/2017
High Wind Warning
Wind Advisory remains in effect for strong gusts west to southwest 20 to 40 mph up to 55 mph. Isolated gusts near 70 mph possible along Desert Mountain slopes.... — Updated 1/11/2017
Water Report for State
With all eyes focused on the state of the counties water usage, figures released Wednesday, showed a positive turn in Riverside County's conservation efforts. Of 21 agencies reporting, the cities of Hemet, Indio and Norco, along with the Coachella Valley Water District, the... — Updated 1/11/2017
Warrant Scam Warning
Sheriffs a warning of a new scam affecting residents in the county. A subject pretending to be Dan Phillips from the Imperial County Sheriff’s Office is calling local residents advising that they have a warrant for their arrest. Callers are being told they have to pay a fine to c... — Updated 1/11/2017
Caltrans is Ready for the Next Big Quake
California’s State Highway system has more than 12,000 bridges, and since the 1971 Sylmar earthquake, Caltrans’ Seismic Retrofit Programs have focused on seismically retrofitting bridges and bridge expansion joints throughout the state. As swarms of quakes continue to occur acr... — Updated 1/11/2017
Rain in Borrego Springs
Residents have woken up to a light shower throughout the valley as the clouds drifted in over the mountains. Rains could get stronger over the morning. Forecasts currently predict the afternoon should dry out. Highs of 72° F with lows of 46° F.... — Updated 1/9/2017
