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 By Ernie Cowan    News

Nature Watch: "Desert Spiny Lizard"

For their size, lizards are speedy little creatures and often hard to identify as they dash across the desert landscape. One of the resident species found here in the Anza-Borrego Desert is the desert spiny lizard and found... — Updated 6/8/2023

 

Badwater Salton Sea Race

The Badwater Ultra Running Experience returned to the Anza-Borrego Desert and Palomar Mountain when the 10th Badwater Salton Sea race took place on April 29. The race covers a route of 81 miles from 234 feet below sea level from... — Updated 6/8/2023

 
 By Susan Dent    News

Honor Flight 2023

Honor Flight San Diego is a nonprofit team of volunteers dedicated to escorting SD County Veterans to Washington D.C. to visit and reflect at the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice. This year, 90 WWII, Korean and... — Updated 6/8/2023

 
 By Martha Deichler    News

Evolution of Suite 128 in The Mall

Suite 128 in the Mall has been a pharmacy, an arcade, a library, an art gallery and is now evolving into a new and exciting role! With its huge room, large windows and long curbside, suite 128 quickly became the prime location for COVID’s drive-by Food Bank during the Pandemic. O... — Updated 6/8/2023

 

BVEF Announces Spring Grants

As the largest and oldest philanthropic institution in the region, the Borrego Valley Endowment Fund (BVEF) recognizes it is uniquely positioned to support the strategic development of the Borrego Valley for decades to come. Focusing our attention on the region’s greatest c... — Updated 6/8/2023

 

2023 Old Glory Relay

The Old Glory Relay is 1 Flag. 50 Days. 4,000 Miles. The Old Glory Relay is a National movement showcasing the strength, grit and commitment of American Veterans in support of their well-being. This year's Relay began on April 1... — Updated 6/8/2023

 

De Anza Breaks Ground

A meeting and groundbreaking ceremony was held at the De Anza Desert Club on April 26. Prior to the groundbreaking, General Manager Ramien Shalizi presented various slides showing costs for the new landscaping and water management... — Updated 6/8/2023

 
 By Martha Deichler    News

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 5/31/2023

 

What A Wildflower Season!

This season's unexpected wildflower bloom in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park was a spectacular treat for new and returning visitors to the Park! And what a show it was for about four months – one of the longest wildflower seasons i... — Updated 5/31/2023

 

2023 IAC36 Spring Hammerhead Roundup

Eyes were to the sky once again, as the International Aerobatic Club (IAC) Chapter 36 San Diego Hammerheads were back for the Spring Roundup competition from April 27 – April 29 at the Borrego Valley Airport. Despite the t... — Updated 5/31/2023

 

Amy Reichert Announces Candidacy, District 4

After the San Diego County Board of Supervisors announced a special election for the District 4 seat, Republican and state-licensed investigator Amy Reichert, officially announced her candidacy for the open seat. The District 4 seat was formerly held by Nathan Fletcher, who... — Updated 5/24/2023

 
 By Nikki Symington    News

Stewardship Council, Visions

Visions Du Jour: What are the main characteristics of a vision? Research on visionary leader – suggests that visions have five characteristics: a picture, a change, values, a map, and a challenge. At the recent Stewardship Council meeting a speaker brought up the need for Borrego... — Updated 5/24/2023

 

Capital Project Activity

Replacement of the Twin Tanks is well underway as anyone can see driving into town on The Grade. The southerly tank has been removed to facilitate construction of the new tank, with a capacity equivalent to the two old tanks. Once the new tank is complete, the northerly tank will... — Updated 5/24/2023

 

Water Quality Study Planned

Understanding water quality trends in the Borrego Basin is a top priority of BWD. Groundwater Quality is always a dynamic situation, especially in Borrego Springs where the impending dramatic reduction in future pumping will likely create changing conditions. Reduction in high... — Updated 4/28/2023

 

Senator Seyarto Selects Bridgette Moore as the 32nd District Woman of the Year

Senator Kelly Seyarto is proud to honor Bridgette Moore, Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Wildomar, as the 2023 Woman of the Year for the 32nd Senate District. Every March, in celebration of Women's History Month, the California... — Updated 4/28/2023

 

Soroptimist Hawaiian Shirt Sale

It felt like Hawaii on March 25 at The Mall. The Soroptomist's Hawaiian resale-clothing sale, emphasis on shirts at $10 and $25, was a big success. The weather cooperated, the racks of clothes were emptied, and all proceeds are... — Updated 4/28/2023

 

Help Support, Develop BSPAC

The Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center has existed since 1990.Our mission is to provide opportunities to experience quality performing arts in our community. In the last five years, our theater has hosted more than 100 events, entertained thousands of people, and completed... — Updated 4/28/2023

 

Legislative Actions Directed at SVP Placements

Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego), Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson), Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield), Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (R-Yuba City), and Assemblymember Megan Dahle (R-Bieber) have introduced the “Sexually Violent Predator A... — Updated 4/28/2023

 
 By Nikki Symington    News

Local Resident Celebrates San Diego Chorus Award

Sally Theriault, Borrego Springs resident, retired Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Interpreter and President of Borrego Springs Soroptimist club, is a proud member of the San Diego Chorus, which was recently awarded "second place"... — Updated 4/28/2023

 

Who Let the Dogs Out, Again?

The stage was set, the red carpet in place, the colored ribbons waiting to be awarded – All for the 2nd Annual Roadrunner Club/Springs RV park Dog Show that took place at the Dreamweaver Amphitheater on March 11. The big event, f... — Updated 4/28/2023

 

Rotary Fundraiser Gives Back, A Success

What a night it was to enjoy delicious food, rock to the stylings of favorites, Lucky Tongue, catch up with friends, all the while donating to a local club who continues to give back to the community. The annual Borrego Springs... — Updated 4/28/2023

 
 By Ernie Cowan    News

Spring Rains Bring Continuing Bloom

The calls come in daily. Is it a Superbloom in Borrego? You could debate for hours over the meaning of super, spectacular or outstanding, but it might be more fun to just enjoy the wildflowers. And, who cares when you are... — Updated 4/28/2023

 
 By Michael Plekon    News

Community Easter Sunrise Service in Borrego Springs

There are many events that draw people from the community here – Borrego Days, the film festival, all sorts of concerts and plays produced at BSPAC, the numerous shows at the Borrego Art Institute, ABDNHA lectures, the Circle of A... — Updated 4/28/2023

 
 By Martha Deichler    News

Boys & Girls Golf Classic Makes Its Goal While Having Fun

Exactly one month earlier, the Boys and Girls Club Golf Classic was canceled due to snow in the mountains, severe winds and the closure of the de Anza Golf Course due to downed trees. What a difference a month makes! On Friday March 24, 103 happy golfers showed up ready to swing... — Updated 4/5/2023

 

SVP Comes to Borrego

Judge Theodore Weathers issued his decision on March 24 to allow the placement of Sexually Violent Predator Douglas Badger in the house on Zuni Trail in Borrego Springs. Sexually Violent Predator Badger is slated to be transferred to the house on Zuni Trail in Borrego Springs in... — Updated 4/5/2023

 

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