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Listen To Your News		Friday, March 16, 2012		News Archive

FORMER UNION OFFICIAL USES STOLEN CARD IN FORGERY DEFENSE
A former federal employee's union official arrested in November for forging checks was arrested again Wednesday for using a stolen credit card to pay her attorney's fees for her forgery case. Harriet Sullivan, 51, was the treasurer of the American Federation of Government Employees Union, Local 2018, aboard the Twentynine Palms Marine Base when she was arrested at the base commissary where she worked last November for forging checks. Sheriff's investigators say after her arrest, Sullivan stole a Marine officer's credit card information to pay her attorney's fees for her forgery case. Sheriff officials say she also used the card to pay her insurance. Sullivan was in Joshua Tree Superior Court Wednesday morning for a pre-preliminary conference on the forgery charge, which was continued to May 2. Later that afternoon, Harriet Sullivan was arrested at the union's office on the base for investigation of fraudulent use of a credit card. She was booked at the Morongo Basin Jail with her bail set at $75,000.

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MAXIMUM ENFORCEMENT, DUI CHECKPOINT, THIS HOLIDAY WEEKEND
The Sheriff's Department says everybody may be Irish on St. Patrick's Day but nobody should drive drunk after celebrating this Saturday. With maximum enforcement, Police, Sheriff and CHP officers will have a "zero tolerance" response toward impaired drivers who fail to use a designated sober driver. Law enforcement recommends the following easy steps for a safe St. Patrick's Day. Plan a safe way home before the festivities begin and designate a sober driver. If you see a drunk driver on the road, call 911. If you know people who are about to drive or ride while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to where they are going safely.

A DUI checkpoint will be held Saturday night in Twentynine Palms. Starting at 7 p.m. and going until 3 a.m. Sunday morning, the Twentynine Palms Police Department will conduct a DUI/driver's license checkpoint at an undisclosed location. Officers will be stopping drivers at the checkpoint and looking for signs of alcohol or drug impairment, as well as proper licensing. Drunk or impaired drivers can expect to go to jail and have their driver's license suspended. Along with increased insurance costs, impaired drivers will be hit with fines, fees, DUI classes, and other expenses that can exceed $10,000. The Sheriff's Department reminds people, Don't drink and drive.

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A REMINDER ABOUT CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
Carbon Monoxide has been determined to be a serious household risk, and a new law requires detectors. Managing editor Tami Roleff has the reminder...
As of July of last year, all single-family homes in California are required by law to have a carbon monoxide detector installed to prevent accidental deaths. The danger of carbon monoxide is that it is a colorless, odorless gas, which causes headaches, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, confusion, unconsciousness, and ultimately death. Carbon monoxide detectors sound an alarm whenever the gas reaches a certain level. Fire Captain Steve Lasiter of the Joshua Tree fire station urges residents to call 911 if their detectors go off, and firefighters will check the residence for the presence of carbon monoxide.

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JOSHUA TREE COUPLE BOTH ARRESTED AFTER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
A Joshua Tree couple was arrested Wednesday after an argument turned physical. According to the Sheriff's Department, 911 received a call at 12:24 p.m. from Brant Tindol, 26, of the 7300 block of Olympic Road, who said his wife, Nikou Hashemi, 30, hit him in the face. Hashemi then said she would stab Tindol. After investigating, Brant Tindol and Nikou Hashemi were both arrested on suspicion of felony spousal abuse, with their bail set at $50,000 each.

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YUCCA VALLEY MAN ARRESTED FOR DOMESTIC ASSAULT
A Yucca Valley man was arrested after his girlfriend said he hit her. According to the Sheriff's Department, a woman called for help about 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, saying her boyfriend, Brenton Forbes, 56, hit her in a place where nobody could see, and then took her medication. The male could be heard in the background yelling at her to get out. After an investigation, Brenton Forbes was arrested in the 6800 block of Warren Vista Drive for felony spousal abuse, with his bail set at $50,000.

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FREE FEDERAL SURPLUS FOOD DISTRIBUTION MONDAY
Free, surplus Federal Food will be distributed in our Morongo Basin area this Monday for low-income residents and families. Reporter Dan Stork tells us when and where...
The Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino will distribute surplus food to low-income residents of the Morongo Basin Monday, March 19th. The locations and times are: The Church of the Lighted Cross, at 11518 Elbow Lane in Morongo Valley, from 8 to 10; Belfield Hall, on Reche Road in Landers, 8:30 to 10:30; The Community Center in Yucca Valley, 8:30 to 10:30; Copper Mountain Mesa Foundation, 65336 Winter Road in the Copper Mountain area, 9 to 11; The Community Center in Joshua Tree, 9 to 11; Sunset Village Apartments, 6036 Sunset Road in Joshua Tree, 9:30 to 11:30; The fire station in Wonder Valley, 10:30 to 11:30; and Little Church of the Desert at 6079 Adobe Road in Twentynine Palms, from 10 to noon. Proof of income and address may be provided in a variety of ways, including self-certification on a form that will be available at each site. Recipients are requested to bring their own paper or plastic bags. The Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino is a private, non-profit organization that seeks to serve the low-income families, elderly, disadvantaged and homeless of the county. For more information, call 909-723-1580.

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HOSPITAL BOARD MEMBER RESIGNS
Hi-Desert Medical Center announces the resignation of Board Member Dr. Dennis Wilcox. Wilcox resigned citing relocation out of the District service area. He has been a Board member since December 2008. His current term expires in December. A spokesman said the Hospital Board of Directors will respond to fill this vacancy promptly. An announcement by the Board of their plans to fill the vacancy is expected late next week.

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23RD ANNUAL "WALK FOR LIFE" TOMORROW IN TWENTYNINE PALMS
The 23rd Annual "Walk for Life" fundraiser for the Hi-Desert Pregnancy Center will be held tomorrow morning at Luckie Park in Twentynine Palms. Early registration is at 8:30. Walk 4 Life begins at 9:15. There is a $5 donation per person or $15 for a family of 3 or more! Free T-shirt with sponsorship over $100. With over $200 you get a free sweatshirt. There will be live music performed. The Twentynine Palms Fire Department and CERT Team will be on location.

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REMINDER TO ENTER GRUBSTAKE DAYS BEARD CONTEST TODAY
Today is the day to show your clean face before growing your Grubstake Days beard. Reporter Derwood Andrews throws away his razor...
Moustaches, side-burns, goatees, full beards—and that's just the ladies—at the Beard Contest in Yucca Valley. All possible categories of facial hair will be judged at the Grubstakes Community Fair on Saturday, 26 May. Contestants may compete in either of two divisions, New Beards or Existing Beards. Entries in the New Beard division must appear clean-shaven to register at the Community Services Office on Friday, March 16, between 7:30 am and 4:30 pm. Photos will be taken at the registration to ensure a fair start for all contenders. There's no fee to enter the contest and for more information call 760-369-7211.

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HOMESTEAD VALLEY COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETS MONDAY
The Homestead Valley Community Council will meet Monday at 3 p.m. at the Yucca Mesa Community Center, 3133 Balsa Avenue, just off Aberdeen Road. Up for discussion is a resolution against the proposed installation of giant wind turbines on the unique skyline of Black Lava Butte and Flat Top Mesa above Pipes Canyon near Pioneertown. The kickoff of this year's Marine Fund to buy gifts and treats to send to a Marine unit deployed from Twentynine Palms is being planned. Volunteers to help with fundraising and packing are needed.

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SQUARE DANCING SATURDAY NIGHT
The Star Twirlers Square Dance Club is hosting a plus-level square dance at the Yucca Valley Elks Lodge, located at 55946 Yucca Trail, at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 17, 2012. John Walter will be doing the calling. Lines will take place at 7:00 p.m. and between tips. For further information; contact Dennis at 760-366-8626.

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ST PATRICK'S DAY DINNER AT JOSHUA TREE VFW TONIGHT
The Joshua Tree VFW is serving up a complete St. Patty's Day dinner of corned beef and cabbage tonight from 4:30 to 6:30 at the Post on Veterans Way. There is no Sunday breakfast. But don't forget Taco Wednesday from 11 to 1.

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FOOD FOR LIFE SERVING FREE MEALS IN TWENTYNINE PALMS TOMORROW
Food For Life will be serving free meals at Little Church of the Desert Community Hall, 29 Palms Saturday from 3-5 p.m. Teens for Humanity from Twentynine Palms High School will be serving chicken stir-fry and dessert.

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FREE BREAKFAST BUFFET IN JOSHUA TREE
Joshua Tree Community United Methodist Church will provide a FREE Community Breakfast Buffet Saturday morning 9-10 a.m. Children's activities are provided during the breakfast. The church is located at 6213 E. Parkway in Joshua Tree.

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MORONGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT COLLEGE COUNSELOR CAN HELP STUDENTS GO ON
For high school students looking to move on to college, Morongo Unified School District has some extra help. ROP Broadcast Student Zeveron Lyles has details...
High school students of the Morongo Unified School District looking to get a head start on college: Administration sources say if you go to your counselors to get help in your pursuit for higher education, the chances of you enrolling into a junior community or university are enhanced. Moronogo USD college counselor Kathleen Deroueu can help you find the right college and courses to get you on the path to a successful life. You can reach her at Kathy_deroueu@morongo.k12.ca.us.

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YUCCA VALLEY GETS READY FOR SPRING SOFTBALL
Swing into spring by joining one of four adult slow-pitch softball leagues offered by the Town of Yucca Valley. Teams will play an average of ten games followed by playoffs and a championship game; league play begins the week of April 2. Teams may choose from men's league, ladies league and either of two co-ed leagues. Games will be played once a week at the Community Center or Machris Park with Ladies League on Monday; Co-ed Leagues on Tuesday or Thursday; and Men's League on Wednesday. In addition to the Traditional Co-ed League, the Town offers a Casual Co-ed division. New this season are enhanced safety measures that aim to preserve the recreational atmosphere of the program, protect players and prevent the use of dangerous or illegal bats. The league fee of $400 per team must be paid at the time of registration. First place teams receive a trophy and player t-shirts; a second place trophy is awarded to the runner up. The registration deadline for all spring leagues is Wednesday, March 21. A managers' meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 28 at 6:30 pm. All interested teams can register online at www.yucca-valley.org or in person at the Yucca Valley Community.

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SCHEDULES
Yesterday the Twentynine Palms High School Wildcats Boys Tennis Team hosted the Rams of Desert Mirage High School in a league tournament. The Cats put up a strong competitive fight against the Rams, but lost 6-12.

It's all baseball and softball in high school sports tomorrow. Twentynine Palms High School and Joshua Springs Christian School play a double header against each other at Joshua Springs. The first game starts at 10 with the second game starting at 1. The Yucca Valley High School baseball team travels away to Xavier Prep in Palm Desert. First pitch is at 1 p.m.

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DICK MORNING OBITUARY
Dick Morning, a 38-year resident of Twentynine Palms, died March 14. He was 71 years old. He is survived by his wife Samantha Morning, and sons Don Morning of Twentynine Palms, Ron Morning of Yucca Valley, David Morning of Joshua Tree, 17 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was a lead man with the Twentynine Palms Water District and retired after 20-plus years with the company. An open house and celebration of his life will be held at 72557 Foothill Drive, Twentynine Palms, on Saturday, March 24, between 1 and 4.

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