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Listen To Your News		Saturday, April 10, 2010		News Archive

STORE OWNER PULLS GUN THINKING HE WAS BEING ROBBED
A Yucca Valley store owner pulled a gun thinking he was about to be robbed. Sheriffs’ reports say Thursday night around 9:30, dispatchers received a call from a teen saying he and his friends were in the alley behind the Tobacco Mart in the Vons Center, when a man appeared with a gun. Arriving deputies spoke with the owner of Tobacco Mart who said he heard a bunch of kids at his back door, and thinking he was about to be robbed, pulled the gun. The teens saw the gun and ran to a nearby store and called 9-1-1. Investigators said the store owner has a permit to carry the weapon, the teens said he never pointed the gun at them.

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SPRING CONCERT IN TWENTYNINE PALMS KICKS OFF TONIGHT
The 2nd Annual Twentynine Palms Spring Concert Series begins this evening in Luckie Park. The popular family band Evaro kicks off the series tomorrow with their mix of jazz, soul, reggae and funk. Z107.7 DJ Cody Joseph MC’s. The concert is free and will be performed on the stage located on the north side of the racquetball courts, starting at 6. Concessions will be available. And don’t miss your chance to win a $20 Applebee’s gift card during the free Z107.7 Raffle.

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EXPLOSIONS AT MARINE BASE NAVAL HOSPITAL, SEISMIC TESTING
Don’t be alarmed if your hear unusual noise and activity today and Sunday aboard the Twentynine Palms Marine Cops Base. The Naval Hospital is conducting a detailed seismic study, which includes a series of controlled blasts and explosions between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Some roads adjacent to the site will be closed The hospital parking lot will remain accessible from Sturgis Road via First Street.

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SPRING ABUNDANCE AT BARKER DAM
With the abundance of rain this winter, Joshua Tree National Park Officials say blooms of wildflowers and the chance of spotting wildlife at Barker Dam is greatly increased. Park Ranger Pam Tripp has more...
This year, the spring season at Joshua Tree National Park offers visitors an opportunity to visit a piece of local history while enjoying the desert landscape. The one-mile, loop trail to Barker Dam, is a pleasant hike located in the park’s Wonderland of rocks. The dam, a concrete structure built over a hundred years ago, was a significant reservoir for early cattlemen who depended on the stored water for their livestock. Due to a significant amount of rainfall this year, the area behind the dam is now filled with water. This raises the chance of seeing Bighorn sheep, desert tortoise and migratory birds returning for a good drink. Along the way, watch for the large and fragrant Juniper, Pinyon Pine and Joshua Trees scattered along the trail as well as Native American rock art on a large boulder.

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LOCAL REALTORS SUPPORT PAUL COOK’S CAMPAIGN
The Desert Community Association of Realtors announced their support for 65th Assemblyman Paul Cook during his upcoming 2010 Primary Re-Election campaign. The Association said Cook has long been a supporter of private property rights and a friend to Realtors statewide. The funds are raised yearly by the California Real Estate Political Action Committee, through donations from agents across the district.

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SIGN UPS FOR NATIONAL YOUTH TRACK & FIELD COMPETITION
Kids 9 to 14 are invited to participate in a free nationwide youth track and field competition as the Town of Yucca Valley hosts its fourth annual Hershey’s Track & Field Games on Saturday, April 17th at the Yucca Valley High School stadium. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each event will advance to the state finals in San Bernardino on June 5th and have an opportunity to advance to the national competition in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Events include the 50, 100, 200, and 400-meter dashes, 800 and 1,600 meter runs’ and a 4 x 100-meter relay. Field events include standing long jump, and the softball throw. Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals are presented to event winners. Pre-registration is required. Register online at yucca-valley.org or at the Yucca Valley Community Center. Deadline for event registration is Tuesday, April 13th.

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BARBECUE FUND RAISER IN JOSHUA TREE
The Faith Lutheran Church on Hallee Road in Joshua Tree is hosting a Barbecue Dinner fund-raiser to help send Michaela Chambers to the Lutheran Summer Music Academy. The barbecue is being held this evening from 4 to 6 at the Church.. On the menu, choice of Tri-tip for chicken breast, coleslaw, ranch beans, dessert and beverage. Cost of $7.50 per person. Tickets are available at the door for by calling 760-366-8146.

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