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Miss Borrego 2017
A large crowd filled the Borrego Springs High School's sports hall as regular emcee, Fred Jee took his place in the spotlight and began one of the towns most anticipated events. The black dropped stage did nothing to take away... — Updated 10/30/2017
Set Up at Christmas Circle Has Begun
Preparation at Christmas Circle has begun for the 52nd Borrego Days Desert Festival this weekend, Oct. 20 – 22. Raphael's Party Rentals arrived at the Circle at around 9:00 a.m., and it has been busy, busy, busy. The crews are u... — Updated 10/26/2017
Wilson Fire Burns 25 Acres
In the midst of warm temperatures, a brush fire engulfed about 25 acres in the Warner Springs/Ranchita area, which was caused by a shooting, according to Cal Fire officials. Units responded to the fire that broke out near Wilson... — Updated 10/26/2017
SMITH Band To Perform at La Casa Del Zorro Opening Party
The SMITH Band will perform Friday Oct. 20 at La Casa Del Zorro at the Borrego Days opening party, open for the public. After their performance at Downtown Disney, the SMITH Band will be stopping in Borrego Springs, before heading... — Updated 10/26/2017
Roadwork In Borrego Continues
The Department of Public Safety of San Diego County continues their work around Borrego Springs, as crews are repainting the yellow and white lines on the roads. Keep caution, and do not pass, as the lines are wet. The preparation... — Updated 10/26/2017
Clouds Over Borrego Springs
Grey clouds have stopped over Borrego Springs for a little visit, but it doesn't seem they will stay. The morning clouds will be here just for the afternoon, and the sky will be nice and clear. The weather for the weekend is... — Updated 10/26/2017
Governor Signs SB 5, Approve Funding For Salton Sea
Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill (SB) 5, California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 Sunday Oct. 15. If voters pass the bond in June 2018, SB 5 would provide $4 billion in much-needed funding for California’s parks and... — Updated 10/23/2017
Timeline for Borrego Days
Friday Features: 6:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Rotary Club Breakfast at Coldwell Banker The Center – Borrego Days Series at the PAC 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. VIP Reception at La Casa Del Zorro 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday Opening Night Party/s 7:00 p.m. – midnight Saturday Features: 7:00 a.... — Updated 10/20/2017
Road Closures Begin at 7 a.m.
California Highway Patrol will begin closing roads at 7:00 a.m., so please plan accordingly. As a reminder, no parking signs are set up along Palm Canyon Drive, Sunset, and around Christmas Circle. Parking is available in designated areas.... — Updated 10/20/2017
Nightfall 2017 at Palm Canyon Resort
Here is the schedule for the events happening during Borrego Days at the Palm Canyon Resort. Friday 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Daniel Mounsey What's New & Exciting in the Astronomy Market–Woodland Hills Telescope Simon Tang Including the Primalucelab–Eagle 2 Wifi Controller 11:00... — Updated 10/19/2017
Borrego Days Series at The PAC
Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center 590 Palm Canyon Drive Series of TED Style Presentations and Films to Inform, Entertain and Inspire *Please note: Times may or may not be exact, and all presenters and times are subject to change. Friday: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Not If, But W... — Updated 10/19/2017
Notice of Road Closures
Notice signs of road closures have been posted along Palm Canyon, Sunset Drive, and Christmas Circle today Oct. 19. In preparation for Borrego Days, the roads will be closed off for set up, and parking for the weekend. Please plan accordingly.... — Updated 10/19/2017
Borrego Days T-Shirts, Bags
Borrego Days t-shirts and bags have arrived at the Chamber of Commerce! Sponsored by Rams Hill, t-shirts will be sold during Borrego Days for $20, tax included. Bags will be $5. Available t-shirts are red, pale pink, and tan with a small pocket. There is a one-style tank top,... — Updated 10/19/2017
Volunteer For Borrego Days
The 52nd Borrego Days Desert Festival kicks off tomorrow, and volunteers are still needed, so please sign up. A few more dignitary cars are needed for the parade, and people to carry the 60-foot flag down Palm Canyon Drive. Those carrying the flag will meet at 9:00 a.m. by the XL... — Updated 10/19/2017
Borrego Days – Grand Marshal, Dignitaries
Keep on the lookout for these important grand marshal's and dignitaries during the 52nd Borrego Days Desert Festival, which will be held Oct. 20-22. – Fred Boethling, president of Race Across America (RAAM) –Attila Domos, paraplegic athlete, musician, and unofficial world rec... — Updated 10/19/2017
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Library Site Prep Begins
It has begun. Site trailers are now in place, opposite the post office, to prepare for construction of the new library by BN Builders, including a management/communications trailer, restrooms, storage containers, a generator, and... — Updated 10/18/2017
Senator Joel Anderson's Senate Bill 336 Signed
Senator Joel Anderson’s (R-El Cajon) Senate Bill (SB) 336 was signed by Governor Brown today. This new legislation will ensure that wrongfully convicted individuals are eligible for transitional services by the California Department of Corrections upon being released. These s... — Updated 10/18/2017
California First State To Allow Nonbinary Gender Mark
California became the first state to allow a nonbinary gender marker on birth certificates, driver licenses, and other state-issued identification, Oct. 15, when Governor Jerry Brown signed legislation backed by San Diego District 39 Senator Toni Atkins. California is now also... — Updated 10/16/2017
Firefighters Contain Green Fire, Route 79
A small brush fire that burned approximately 8-acres near a campground in the San Diego County mountains was fully contained Sunday Oct. 15. The blaze was first reported at about 1:30 p.m. Saturday Oct. 14 in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. At around 5:00 p.m. Sunday, the fire was... — Updated 10/16/2017
Join The ShakeOut, Practice Earthquake Safety
The County of San Diego’s Office of Emergency Services urges everyone to register to participate in the biggest earthquake drill in U.S. history Thursday Oct. 19 at 10:19 a.m. at ShakeOut.org. More than 9.8 million people in California and 14 other states will drop, cover and g... — Updated 10/16/2017
$200K Meth Bust, Two Separate Incidents
El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents at the Highway 86 checkpoint arrested a man and a woman over the weekend, in two separate events for smuggling drugs. The first incident occurred Friday Oct. 13 at around 12:45 a.m., when a 36-year-old man driving a grey 2000 Toyota Land... — Updated 10/16/2017
Senator Joel Anderson's Legislative Priorities Signed By Governor Brown
October 15 was the last day for the Governor to sign into law any bills on his desk, and several of Anderson’s legislative priorities received the Governor’s signature. All of the legislative items listed below have been signed by Governor Brown to become law. Keeping our pub... — Updated 10/16/2017
Borrego Days Meetings All Week
With Borrego Days right around the corner, specifically this weekend, Oct. 20-22, there is much to finalize before the big event. There will be a Borrego Days meeting everyday this week at 4:00 p.m., at the Chamber of Commerce. Many things are being perfected, down to the last... — Updated 10/16/2017
Motorcyclist Killed In Crash Near Julian Was Retired Cop
The motorcyclist who died after he lost control and crashed into a parked car on route 79 Saturday Oct. 14, was identified as retired La Mesa police officer Tom Ruth. At around 2:30 p.m., north of Japacha Fire Road, Ruth crossed the double yellow lines, and side swiped a truck,... — Updated 10/15/2017
West Nile Virus Confirmed in Coachella, Thermal
Two human cases of the West Nile virus have been confirmed in Coachella and Thermal, Friday Oct. 13, marking four human cases in the Coachella Valley this year. The first two cases were in La Quinta and in Desert Hot Springs. The Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control... — Updated 10/13/2017
