Palm Springs library, Mizell Center to host second annual Black authors event
Former NFL player RK Russell and author Toni Ann Johnson will discuss their works at the free community celebration on Feb. 8.
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Palm Springs moving forward with plans to modernize three aging fire stations
Fire Chief Paul Alvarado presented conceptual designs to the City Council last week for Fire Stations 1, 3 and 5 -- facilities that range from 44 to nearly 70 years old.
Palm Springs board approves designation for Late Modern period homeÂ
Historic Site Preservation Board members pointed out the city's own historic survey only goes through 1969, leaving out important structures from the 1970s.
Palm Springs Architectural Review Committee sends three projects back for re-study
The committee found faults in plans for a single-family home, signs outside the Plaza Theatre, and the design of a 119-home addition to Escena.
City officials could keep Tahquitz Creek golf rates unchanged pending further analysis
The Palm Springs City Council will consider maintaining current resident golf rates while staff conducts additional analysis of the fee structure, following concerns raised by dozens of golfers.
With CV Link now open, residents push for better infrastructure for cyclists, pedestrians city-wide
The group of residents has been meeting to address missing connections in the city's bicycle and pedestrian network, and they want more communication with the city.
Palm Springs International Airport prepares for busy Thanksgiving travel season
Airport officials said this week they expect more than 75,000 departing passengers during 13-day peak period from today through Dec. 2.
Palm Springs at ‘defining moment’ as city officials unveil bold plan to break free from tourism dependence
A report being reviewed at City Hall proposes dozens of actions to address declining tax revenue, regulatory barriers, and overreliance on a sector that contracted 13.2% between 2019 and 2023.
Palm Springs announces grand marshals for 33rd annual Festival of Lights Parade
Netflix star and local grad Jada McLean, Bravo's Scheana Shay, and Guns N' Roses' Matt Sorum among celebrity lineup for Dec. 6 parade along Palm Canyon Drive.
AIDS Memorial switching from glass to aluminum for durability, enhanced reflection
Heat testing during summer conditions showed the aluminum remained touchable while glass became too hot to touch, according to artist Phillip K. Smith.
Design contract for swim center overhaul addressing accessibility, staff needs approved
The project originated in 2021 with community-initiated requests through Measure J funding for locker room renovations but expanded significantly after city staff and community members identified broader facility needs.
Palm Springs Cultural Center opening new farmers market in Desert Hot Springs
The organization will launch a biweekly market in the neighboring city to address food access challenges.