Council moves to fix issue of homeless staying at airport

By Mark Talkington ● Homelessness ● January 26, 2023 January 26, 2023

Law enforcement officers can now remove unhoused people from airport property, encouraging them to seek assistance but ultimately letting them know it’s against the law to linger unnecessarily.

Volunteers fan out to count homeless, likely encountering more than ever before

By Mark Talkington ● Homelessness ● January 25, 2023 January 25, 2023

Results from the county’s annual Point-In-Time-Count of people living on the streets, conducted Wednesday, won’t be known for weeks. Most experts expect to see an increase.

Police rolling out ‘relentless’ effort to deal with unhoused criminals; shelter still lacking for many who want help

By Kendall Balchan & Mark Talkington ● Homelessness ● January 24, 2023 January 26, 2023

A new ‘focused deterrence strategy’ will not resemble a sweep, Police Chief Andy Mills said, but will show that ‘there is a consequence for your actions in Palm Springs.’

City taps Garden Grove city manager to fill same role here

By Mark Talkington ● City Hall ● January 20, 2023 January 20, 2023

Pending a City Council vote, Scott Stiles will take over the role from Teresa Gallavan, the assistant city manager who had been serving as interim city manager following Justin Clifton’s departure last September.

School district doubles opportunity for students to explore landmark learning institutions, cultural sites

By Mark Talkington ● Education ● January 19, 2023 January 19, 2023

This year, an additional two dozen students will be headed to Hispanic-Serving Institutions, thanks to the work of the district and the Latino Parent Advisory Council.

Latest Palm Springs COD campus plans unveiled, to be reviewed at Friday’s Board of Trustees meeting

By Mark Talkington ● Education ● January 18, 2023 January 18, 2023

The plans show one main building for student services and classrooms, while roughly half of the 29 acres of land in the center of the city will remain undeveloped.

After years of frustration, there may be hope for bridging oft-flooded wash, easing traffic woes

By Mark Talkington ● News ● January 12, 2023 January 12, 2023

A smaller, prefabricated bridge that’s currently in the works could be in place within two years, Councilmember Lisa Middleton said Thursday evening. Still, there is immense competition for infrastructure funds.

The Heyday finally finds its own home, offering owners, staff a sense of both permanence and pride

By Mark Talkington ● Business ● January 8, 2023 January 8, 2023

From a tent at VillageFest to two different hotel locations, nothing has stopped fans from seeking one couple’s burgers. Now they need those fans more than ever.

Ribbon cutting event marks re-opening of crucial clinic in Palm Springs, the only one of its type in valley

By Mark Talkington ● News ● January 5, 2023 January 6, 2023

After Riverside County chose not to renew a contract with a previous service provider last summer, re-opening the facility proved more difficult than expected.

In former Stein Mart location, a collection of California-cool crafted goods now waits to be discovered

By Mark Talkington ● Business ● January 3, 2023 January 3, 2023

Gone are the floral print blouses, ‘tummy control’ leggings, and housewares. In their place is a chic collection of vintage and repurposed merchandise sourced from 50 different vendors.

Meet Charlie Ervin, our 2022 Person of the Year

By Mark Talkington ● Community ● December 23, 2022 December 22, 2022

From City Hall to school district headquarters, and even completely across the country, wherever there’s something good happening for our youth, you’ll usually find one extraordinary man.

Palm Springs in 2023: City officials hope to turn attention toward affordability for residents

By Mark Talkington ● City Hall ● December 21, 2022 December 21, 2022

Addressing the high cost of housing — for both renters and potential homeowners — is crucial, city leaders said. If they can make progress it could help make a dent in the city’s unhoused population.

Mark Talkington

Council moves to fix issue of homeless staying at airport

Volunteers fan out to count homeless, likely encountering more than ever before

Police rolling out ‘relentless’ effort to deal with unhoused criminals; shelter still lacking for many who want help

City taps Garden Grove city manager to fill same role here

School district doubles opportunity for students to explore landmark learning institutions, cultural sites

Latest Palm Springs COD campus plans unveiled, to be reviewed at Friday’s Board of Trustees meeting

After years of frustration, there may be hope for bridging oft-flooded wash, easing traffic woes

The Heyday finally finds its own home, offering owners, staff a sense of both permanence and pride

Ribbon cutting event marks re-opening of crucial clinic in Palm Springs, the only one of its type in valley

In former Stein Mart location, a collection of California-cool crafted goods now waits to be discovered

Meet Charlie Ervin, our 2022 Person of the Year

Palm Springs in 2023: City officials hope to turn attention toward affordability for residents

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