Super Bloom Latest: Looks Good
It has already begun. "First bloom has started in the Borrego Badlands (lupine, dune evening primrose, and verbena)," Desert Research Biologist Kate Harper said in her latest Season Bloom Analysis, "where rain in October has given... — Updated 2/15/2019
Mongolian Consul Visits Borrego
"Sain baina uu, Khatagtai, Noyod oo Mongoliig surtalchilsan enekhuu uzesgelen." The rich Mongolian words rolled out of the Consul General's mouth as smoothly as Chef Tom and Pam's rich brown "mutton and marmot" gravy rolled into... — Updated 2/15/2019
Montezuma Valley Road, Salton Seaway Closed
Montezuma Valley Road is closed from Palm Canyon to the 6-mile marker due to rock slides covering both lanes. The Salton Seaway is closed from Henderson Canyon to the county line due to flooding. All are advised to stay off the road, or if needed, please proceed with... — Updated 2/15/2019
Rams Hill Victorious
Deciding what you want to eat is difficult, especially when you're trying to weight out which one is better than the other. So how does one judge the best of the best? From the juicy garlic butter shrimp, Asian-style sweet and... — Updated 2/12/2019
Women of Distinction: Martha Deichler, Betsy Knaak
It goes without question that when you empower and educate a girl, you lead her to empowering a nation, and even the world. Point made, as two Borregan women, who are beyond altruistic and kind-hearted, have changed lives for... — Updated 2/12/2019
Borrego Blast – Review by Amy Ream
Since 2002, tandem bicycle enthusiasts have converged on Borrego Springs in January for a weekend of cycling and camaraderie. Last weekend, there were 50-60 cyclists with single and tandem bikes. Some are locals, some snowbirds and rain birds, and some came from Ramona, San... — Updated 2/7/2019
Best Film Winner "Hawaii"
They say it’s the journey, not the destination that counts. So while we never actually see the lead character reach his geographic goal, the wild journey we’re taken on makes up for it. “Hawaii,” directed by Jesus del Cerro, is one of those films that sticks with you on... — Updated 2/7/2019
What A Performance! – Muriel Anderson
If you happened to miss seeing Muriel Anderson on guitar here at the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center Feb. 1, make a note not to miss her the next time she performs. Her strumming and finger-plucking magic on the... — Updated 2/15/2019
Lunch with the Principal at La Casa Del Zorro
Four students from the Borrego Springs Middle and High School celebrated their 'Student of the Month' award with vice principal Victoria Baay Feb. 1 at La Casa Del Zorro. LCDZ general manager Patrick Sampson gifted the students... — Updated 2/7/2019
BASIC Scholarship
The application deadline is Feb. 22 for scholarships through Borrego Assistance for Students in the Community (BASIC) program. Scholarship applications are available to download at: https://borregobasic.org. Typical scholarships are: • $500 for community colleges • $500 for... — Updated 2/4/2019
BSUSD – Citizens' Oversight Committee Member Applications
NOTICE is hereby given that the Borrego Springs Unified School District is accepting applications from interested citizens to serve on the District’s independent oversight committee with respect to its general obligation bonds approved by District voters at the Nov. 6, 2018... — Updated 2/4/2019
Redneck Open Parts Company With Golf Tradition
Uncouth. An embarrassment to the game. Public humiliation rewarded, not condemned. But oh, what a great time they had! 51 players, men and ladies in a scramble format, and dressed in what can only be described as truly... — Updated 2/15/2019
4-Pointed Hat Trick Propels Rams to Shutout Against Julian
As if three goals in a game just weren’t good enough to end his final Rams soccer season, senior forward Cristobal Ramirez tacked on his fourth goal in the final minutes of the season-ending game against Julian. Achieving his 4-pointed hat trick, Ramirez was naturally, named... — Updated 2/15/2019
Estella Valdez Bedford
Oct. 7, 1954 – Dec. 20, 2018 Estella Valdez Bedford passed away in Escondido on Dec. 20, 2018. She was born Oct. 7, 1954, in Sinola, Mexico. She now lays in eternal rest with her beloved husband Robert W. Bedford Sr.and her... — Updated 2/4/2019
Julian Theater Co. Back For A New Season
Following a very successful run of "A Christmas Carol" in 2018, the Julian Theater Company will continue to offer Live Theatre, Free Movies, Children's Theater Workshops and more in 2019 in the 'Little Theatre' at Julian High... — Updated 2/12/2019
Birds: Avian Cholera
More than 1,000 birds were found dead at the Salton Sea, caused by an outbreak of avian cholera, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Some of the bird carcasses collected by wildlife officials from Jan. 8 to Jan. 17, include northern shovelers, ruddy... — Updated 2/15/2019
New School in Town – River Springs Charter School
The River Springs Charter School has officially opened their doors to support students and families at the Salton Sea. Together, they are a team of educators, administrators, and supportive staff following the mission and vision... — Updated 2/12/2019
$1.3 Million Meth Bust
El Centro Border Patrol agents assigned to the Highway 86 checkpoint arrested a woman for smuggling methamphetamine Jan. 25. The incident occurred at around 3 p.m., when the 45-year-old woman, identified as a Mexican national, approached the checkpoint in a 2005 Jeep Grand... — Updated 2/7/2019
