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The 'Demon Star' After Dark
We call it the Demon Star because it winks ominously at us from the sky each evening. Well, OK, it doesn't "wink," but it does vary its brightness over time, and for much of history that was quite a portentous sign. I'm talking... — Updated 11/21/2023
Fatal Stabbing in Borrego
Authorities are investigating an apparent homicide in Borrego Springs, after a 41-year-old Borrego Springs man was arrested on suspicion of murder for allegedly fatally stabbing his 63-year-old mother in their home. A deputy responded to the residence in the 2800 block of Borrego... — Updated 11/21/2023
CRC Open House A Grand Success
Saturday's Open House for the newly formed 501c3 Borrego Springs Community Resource (CRC) Center was billed as a "Friend Raiser" and this it accomplished with over 100 interested and lively Friends in attendance. Snacking on... — Updated 11/21/2023
6-12-24 Hour World Time Trials
Cyclists from all over the world traveled to Borrego Springs to compete in the annual 6-12-24 Hour World Time Trial Championships earlier this month. In the 6-hour category, which started on the last day of the time trial weekend,... — Updated 11/21/2023
Nature Watch: "Vermilion flycatcher"
When you spot one of these occasional visitors to Borrego Springs, you will quickly understand why some bird lovers refer to them as "The Christmas Bird." The vermilion flycatcher, with males sporting brilliant red and jet black... — Updated 11/21/2023
Wildlife: Fact of Borrego Springs
Wildlife is a fact of life in Borrego Springs; and, one that most enjoy. However, occasionally residents run into situations from injured to dead animals and don’t know where to seek help. For information on the San Diego County Services regarding wildlife call: 619-236-2341:... — Updated 11/21/2023
By Jove, It's Jupiter!
What is that bright light glowing low in the east just after dark? An airplane? The International Space Station? A UFO? The answer is none of the above. It's the planet Jupiter! Jupiter has returned to our evening sky after many... — Updated 11/21/2023
FDA Warning: Certain Eye Drops Cause Eye Infection
The Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to purchase and to immediately stop using 27 over-the-counter eye drop products due to the potential risk of eye infections that could result in partial vision loss or blindness. Patients who have signs or symptoms of an... — Updated 11/21/2023
Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest 2024
The Anza-Borrego Foundation is proud to partner with the Borrego Art Institute and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to present the 2024 Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest. Submit your photos of the unique and natural beauty of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park between Nov. 1, 2023 and... — Updated 11/21/2023
Asian Cuisine at The Propeller
The Propeller at the Airport had an Asian experience hosted by Pam Lange and Tom Hildebrandt, formerly of Kesling's Kitchen. Their four-course meal was stupendous, starting with the mixed hors d'oeuvres of smoked Korean pork with... — Updated 11/21/2023
Welcome Sign Survey
A committee of locals: Bruce Durbin, Nancy McRae, Jim Dion (Borrego Village Association); Alicia Wszelaki (Path88Productions); Jeff Fancy (Rotary) created a "Welcome Sign Survey" that was introduced at a BVA sponsored booth at... — Updated 11/21/2023
CRC Open House
She walked up to the Community Resource Center’s booth during Borrego Days and learned about the Mission of the new Borrego Springs Community Resource Center: ”To provide a full range of social support services to our rural community, especially to those who are... — Updated 11/21/2023
De Anza Country Club Burned
Just after 1 a.m. October 30, crews arrived to the scene of a fire at De Anza Country Club in Borrego Springs. As crews arrived, about 75% of the building had been involved in heavy fire. Crews were able to contain the fire quick enough to prevent it from spreading to the nearby... — Updated 11/21/2023
Nature Watch: "Salton Sea, Winter Birding Paradise"
As the triple-digit heat of summer fades to more comfortable temperatures, migrating birds will begin to arrive at nearby Salton Sea, transforming this great inland saltwater lake into a birding paradise. Until spring, hundreds of... — Updated 11/21/2023
Cyclists Break Records
Over 200 cyclists from all over the world were back in Borrego Springs to compete in the annual 6-12-24 Hour World Time Trials, Nov. 3 to Nov. 5. These time trials are qualifying events for the Race Across America held in the summe... — Updated 11/21/2023
De Anza Burns
A devastating fire has burned down the historic De Anza Country Club, causing nearly $2 million worth of damages. Shortly before 1 a.m., Cal Fire received a call from a nearby resident reporting that they heard an explosion at the... — Updated 11/21/2023
Visitor's View: Pumpkin Patch
Halloween may be over for this year, but that's no reason to stop looking for the Great Pumpkin tucked away in the eastern fringes of the Borrego Badlands. After all, desert season is here and it's time to explore some of the more... — Updated 11/21/2023
OLAX (Organización de Latinx) Hosts Day of the Dead in Style
Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos is celebrated in many places in Mexico on November 1 to honor deceased children and November 2 to honor all deceased adult family and friends. Families build colorful and meaningful altars to... — Updated 11/21/2023
Wildlife: Fact of Borrego Springs
Wildlife is a fact of life in Borrego Springs; and, one that most enjoy. However, occasionally residents run into situations from injured to dead animals and don’t know where to seek help. For information on the San Diego County Services regarding wildlife call: 619-236-2341:... — Updated 11/9/2023
Happy Martian Halloween!
I've always enjoyed Halloween. I mean, how often can we dress up as crazy characters and wander the neighborhood without being locked up? But did you know that Halloween has an origin that's rooted in the heavens? It all goes back... — Updated 11/9/2023
Youth and Seniors Center Leader, Board Member Barb Stephenson Retires
The Borrego Springs Youth and Seniors Center Board of Directors lost a stalwart member when Treasurer Barb Stephenson announced that she was stepping down and relocating back to her home town in Washington State. Barb joined the Board back in 2018 and brought a large set of skills... — Updated 11/9/2023
Trunk-or-Treat Lights Up the Night
Twenty decorated trunks, a magic hut, a fortune teller, spooky tunes, books galore, friendly firefighters and an array of live lizards made our Halloween Trunk-or-Treat event a fabulous experience this year. Many thanks go to Cal... — Updated 11/9/2023
Blessing of the Animals
As in past years, there will be an ecumenical blessing of animals and pets at The Christmas Circle on Saturday, October 14 at 10 a.m. It is “ecumenical,” because it is sponsored by the Borrego Ministers Association,(BMA) which brings together clergy and laity from a number of... — Updated 11/9/2023
COVID Vaccines: Not Free
On September 11, 2023, the FDA approved and authorized updated COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended them for everyone from the ages of 6 months and older on Sep... — Updated 11/9/2023
Puttin' Around Borrego
It took some time, but things are moving forward for the miniature golf course on the lot at 426 Palm Canyon Drive. Joe Carll and his wife Alessandra are the developers of “Puttin’ Around Borrego” and says, “we are very grateful for the terrific support we received from... — Updated 11/9/2023
