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Nature Watch: "Indigobush"
For most of the year, this common plant to the Colorado Desert attracts little attention. It's pale, gray-green leaves tend to blend with the surrounding drab colors of the desert, but that all changes during a few glorious weeks... — Updated 9/14/2023
How Bright Are the Stars?
Much as we measure the intensity of natural phenomena such as earthquakes or tornadoes with a "magnitude," we also use the term to refer to a star's brightness. Unfortunately, many beginning stargazers are mystified by this... — Updated 9/14/2023
PFAS Water Sampling to Begin
At the July 11, BWD Board Meeting, the Directors unanimously approved a plan to begin sampling 7 pre selected BWD and private wells in the Basin for Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are a group of synthetic chemicals used in products to make them non-stick and/or... — Updated 9/14/2023
Andrew Hayes Runs for State Assembly
Andrew Hayes, a self-proclaimed Republican Conservative, has announced his bid for the 75th Assembly District seat, which is currently filled by Assemblymember Marie Waldron. Despite his obvious partisanship, Hayes stated he has,... — Updated 6/26/2023
Candidates for District 4 Supervisor
With three highly qualified and experienced candidates to choose from, the race is on for the San Diego County District 4 seat. Veterans advocate nonprofit CEO Janessa Goldbeck, San Diego City Councilmember Monica... — Updated 6/26/2023
BVEF Supports Children's Center
The Borrego Valley Endowment Fund (BVEF) announced it is donating $20,000 to the Children’s Center, which is operated under the non-profit umbrella of the Borrego Springs Youth and Seniors Center. The funds for this gift come from the operations of the Frugal Coyote Thrift Store,... — Updated 6/21/2023
37 Years Later, Victim Identified
Finally, after 37 years, the body of a woman who was found near the campsites on the Los Coyotes Indian Reservation in Warner Springs has been identified using genetic genealogy. Her name, Claudette Jean Zebolsky Powers. Her... — Updated 6/21/2023
Visitor's View – Summer Heat
Summer can be a special time in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. It can also be deadly. The lack of crowds, comfortable nighttime temperatures, spectacular summer night sky with a glittering Milky Way or dazzling meteor shower can... — Updated 6/21/2023
Borrego Springs Observes Memorial Day
As with many around the country, Borrego Springs observed Memorial Day on Monday May 29. At Christmas Circle, townsfolk and visitors alike were in attendance to honor those who served protecting our country. The event began with... — Updated 6/21/2023
The Changing Phases of Venus
Ask your friends and neighbors, and most will probably tell you that it was the 17th century scientist Galileo who invented the telescope. This just isn't so. The "optic tube," as it once was called, most likely originated in... — Updated 6/21/2023
RV and Household Wastewater Safety, Pollution Prevention
When we think about summer safety, we typically think about things like applying sun block, wearing protective clothing, and preventing heat exhaustion. But did you know that another, lesser-known summertime safety concern is the d... — Updated 6/15/2023
Local French Chef Gordon "Flambes" His Way to Top Fundraiser Position
Crevettes Guadeloupéennes, Trou Normand, Gravad Lax maison… such delicacies are what “sautéed” Chef Gordon to the top of two fundraisers this season in Borrego Springs. The Boys and Girls Club and Rotary both benefited tremendously from Chef Gordon’s talents and donated time, rai... — Updated 6/15/2023
New Nonprofit Assumes Operation of Resource Center
After two and a half years under the umbrella of the Borrego Springs Youth and Seniors Center, a newly formed nonprofit corporation has assumed the operation of the Borrego Resource Center, and the Tuesday Food Pantry. Former... — Updated 6/15/2023
Nature Watch: "California Rose-winged grasshopper"
It was a record year in Borrego Springs for the number of migrating Swainson's hawks arriving here, and part of that success was a healthy crop of grasshoppers. And it's even more interesting than that. It began with a strong... — Updated 6/15/2023
Revitalization Meeting Full of Surprises, All Good
At the Revitalization meeting held on May 16, San Diego County District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond has County staff on hand to respond to issues raised at the meeting and follow-up when called for. The objective is to create a... — Updated 6/15/2023
Race Across America Returns
Mark your calendars... Race Across America and Race Across the West are back in action for 2023. This rigorous competition will have over 250 ultracyclists from 20 nations participating, including Borrego Springs’ very own, Sylvia Maas. The competition begins with over 100 c... — Updated 6/13/2023
Desmond Questions RDF
San Diego County District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond prepared to make residents happy by announcing his office has placed an item on the May 24, Board of Supervisors agenda to revisit the skewed information that downplayed roof top and parking lot solar in favor of industrialized so... — Updated 6/13/2023
Arcturus: The Star of the Show
What a beautiful Chicago evening it was on May 27, 1933. Crowds had begun gathering at the fairground earlier that day, for this was an event they had awaited for many years. Much as they do today, event organizers had engaged the... — Updated 6/13/2023
Red O Patio Expansion
The Red Ocotillo is expanding. They are constructing an outside paved terrace on part of their kitchen garden. The area will be shaded and should seat approximately 50 people. The tree that fell during the wind storm back in... — Updated 6/13/2023
A Plan to Expand Services
According to Betsy Knaak, “Several years from now Borrego Springs could have a campus of public facilities in the center of our town. With our Sheriff’s Office, County Park and our library on adjoining parcels, a new firehouse, clinic/wellness center, senior housing and ass... — Updated 6/13/2023
Mars Visits the Beehive
At the beginning of June, the planet Mars will make a beautiful pass in front of the Beehive star cluster, and if you've got a small, low-powered telescope, you'll have a front-row seat. You can see this cluster fairly well on a... — Updated 6/13/2023
Rams Hill Adapts for Future
Rams Hill is evolving to meet the modern challenges of sustainability and water conservation. In a media release, the management announced Rams Hill's future plans, "as positive examples of 'adaptability' in the drought stricken... — Updated 6/13/2023
County District 4 Community Continues to Be Served
The nearly 700,000 residents living in San Diego County’s Fourth Supervisorial District will continue to be served by County government after Supervisor Nathan Fletcher’s resignation at 5 p.m. on May 15. Access to mental health care, self-sufficiency services, parks and rec... — Updated 6/8/2023
Understanding the Difference Between Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day
Flag Day. Armed Forces Day. Independence Day. As Americans, we celebrate dozens of patriotic holidays throughout the year. However, two of these days — Memorial Day and Veterans Day — are often confused for the other and can be easily misunderstood. Understanding the nuances of... — Updated 6/8/2023
Oh Mother, What A Great Day It Was!
Over 250 folks came to celebrate and thank their mothers and grandmothers at Christmas Circle on May 14, American Mother's Day. (Mexican Mother's Day is always on May 10). With the financial support from Rams Hill, We Klean,... — Updated 6/8/2023
