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Listen To Your News		Monday, May 24, 2010		News Archive

US Bank in 29 Palms robbed Investigators confer after US Bank robbed

A BANK ROBERY IN TWENTYNINE PALMS THIS MORNING Sheriff’s deputies and Detectives are investigating a bank robbery in 29 Palms this morning. Sheriff’s Lt. Richard Bozwell said at the lone robber entered the US Bank on Adobe road at about 9:50 am. The man, described as a light-skinned Hispanic Male Adult, about 45-50 years old, with a mustache, gave a note demanding money to a teller there. The teller complied with the robber, giving him an undisclosed amount of cash. The robber then left the bank in an unknown direction. Bozwell said the robber did not brandish a weapon and there were no injuries. Anyone with information is asked to call the Morongo Basin Sheriff’s Station at 760-366-4175.

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CRIME DOUBTFUL IN SUSPICIOUS DEATH IN TWENTYNINE PALMS
Sheriff’s homicide investigators are saying a suspicious death in Twentynine Palms Thursday night appears to not be a crime. The death was reported at midnight in the 6600 block of Daisy. Crime lab experts and detectives worked most of the day before concluding it did not appear to be the result of a crime. The name of the person found dead will not be released.

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WOMAN KILLED IN LANDERS FIRE MAY 6 IDENTIFIED
The county Coroners office has released the name of the victim of a house fire in the Landers area May 6 in the 56000 block of Sespe. The body of Shelly Ann Alisio, 47, was found after firefighters had put the fire out. The San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department, Bomb/Arson Unit, is still investigating the incident. Her 17-year-old daughter was found with severe burns in the front yard and was taken to Hi-Desert Medical center by a neighbor. She was later taken to the burn unit at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. Donations for Shelly Alisio and the surviving 17-year old, not named because she is a juvenile, are being accepted in Yucca Valley. Owners of the Knotty Knitter in the Ideal Mall will be accepting donations at their shop to help the medical bills and burial expenses.

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Bell Center Dedication Karen Coghill and Stacey Wagner hold the ribbon while Owen Gillick and Jane Smith cut it. Roger Wagner unveils the plaque behind them.

15 MILLION DOLLAR MULTI-SPORTS COMPLEX OPENS AT COPPER MOUNTAIN COLLEGE After some years of planning and delays, the 15 million-dollar Bell Multi Sports Complex was officially opened at a ceremony Sunday. Primary donor Leota Bell was awarded an honorary Associate in Arts degree as part of the event. Reporter Tami Roleff was there and files this report... A crowd of about 200 people watched yesterday afternoon as Copper Mountain College’s new multi-use sports complex, known as the Bell Center, was dedicated during a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Bell Center was named after Leota Bell, and her late husband William who donated $1.5 million in seed money for the center. Board of Trustees President Owen Gillick thanked three people for their support of the center: the late Ada Hatch, whose daughter now serves on the Board of Trustees; Chris Frasier, who with the other Rotary Club presidents started the fundraising for the college three decades ago; and Leota Bell. "She was I think the prime mover, the main force behind this because she was there at the beginning and she stayed with it and maintained our enthusiasm and maintained our momentum over 3 decades actually." Unfortunately, Bell was unable to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony yesterday as she wasn’t feeling well. The Bell Center will be used for various sports and fitness activities and classes, as well as a place for theatrical and musical events, as well as exhibitions and receptions. The first event to be held at the Bell Center is a basketball game by the Harlem Ambassadors Tuesday evening.

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COUNTY URGES LAW TO CURB UNDERAGE DRINKING
County supervisors are considering a new law that will clamp down on underage drinking. Called a "social-hosting ordinance," the law lays out criminal and civil penalties for party hosts who allow guests under 21 years of age to drink alcohol. If the law is passed, anyone hosting a party would have to "take all reasonable steps" to prevent minors from drinking alcohol. The law requires party hosts to check guests' IDs. The law also says that no gatherings shall continue if a host knows or should know that a minor has used alcohol or has not taken steps to prevent underage drinking. If supervisors pass the law, anyone who gives alcohol to minors could face a misdemeanor charge. Contributing to the delinquency of a minor is also a misdemeanor, but the ordinance under consideration also contains new civil penalties against party hosts. If a minor drinks alcohol at a party, the host can be held liable for whatever it costs for law enforcement to respond to the party. This penalty would also include county legal fees if there is litigation. The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to introduce the law during its meeting on Tuesday. The law would regulate parties in the county's unincorporated areas.

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GRUBSTAKE DAYS CONCERT TO HEADLINE THE JOHN LINN BAND
This Saturday Grubstake Days Family Fair will feature a headline concert from Pioneertown’s John Linn band. Reporter Mike Lipsitz says the country music concert is free...
Headlining a free outdoor concert at this year’s Grubstake Days Community Fair is Pioneertown’s own, the John Linn Band. The Community Fair follows the Grubstake Days Parade, Saturday, May 29, and features continuous family entertainment from noon to 7 p.m. on the grounds of the Yucca Valley Community Center. The John Linn Band takes the stage at 5 p.m. Their distinctive and talented country sounds have played openers for top country groups around the nation and at the Stagecoach festival. During the John Linn Band concert, a custom electric guitar, valued at more than $1,000, will be raffled off to benefit the "Miracle League," an athletic field specially designed to allow children with disabilities to participate in baseball and other sports. Planned for the Yucca Valley Brehm youth sports park, the Miracle League field is a project of the Yucca Valley Noon Rotary Club. Mark your calendar for May 28th and plan to attend the 60th annual Grubstake Days Parade; Community Fair; and Home, Garden & Craft Show.

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TWENTYNINE PALMS CAR SHOW SEEKS CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, & MOTORCYCLES
The Annual Twentynine Palms Street Fair and Car Show is coming up quickly! Friday evening June 4, from 6:00 until 10:00, numerous company and individual vendors, along with many classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles will line Twentynine Palms Highway. The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce is encouraging individuals that would like to participate in the car show to pre-register at the Chamber of Commerce offices at 73484 Twentynine Palms Highway. Categories include classic car (pre-1980), modern car (1980-present), under construction, truck, sport bike, street bike, as well as a new category for trikes this year. Registration fees have dropped by $10.00 per vehicle this year, $20.00 in advance and $25.00 the day of the event. Spaces are also still available for commercial or non-profit vendors, and spaces are on a first-come, first-served basis. The registration fee for all vendors is $40. Registration forms are available at the Chamber offices downtown, as well as on our website, www.29chamber.org . Last year’s Annual Street Fair and Car Show saw more than 100 cars, 24 vendors and more than 3,000 attendees.

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WEDNESDAY IS CHARLIE BROWN DAY AT YUCCA VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Yucca Valley High School will look like a segment of the comic strip "Peanuts" this Wednesday. Reporter Dan Stork says "Charlie Brown Day" will mark the opening of this summer’s big Yucca Valley High School theatrical musical show...
To promote the Yucca Valley High School production of "You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown", Wednesday May 26 will be "Charlie Brown Day". Every student, and staff member, that dresses up as a character from the comic strip, "Peanuts", has the chance to win a $50 Visa gift card. Also, during sixth period, every class will compete in a kite designing contest. These kites will be judged by school board members and town council members with the winning class promised a special reward. The kites will also become props used in the musical. The musical will be staged in the high school’s multipurpose room, with 6 p.m. shows on June 2,3,4, and 5, plus a matinee at 1 p.m. on Saturday June 5. Tickets are $5 at the door for adults, $4 for students, and are free for children under 12.

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BACCALAUREATE SERVICES SET FOR YUCCA VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATING SENIORS
A special invitation is being made to all the graduates of the Class of 2010 of the Yucca Valley area high schools and their families to attend the Baccalaureate Ceremony, Sunday afternoon June 6 at 4:00 in the Multi-Purpose Room at Yucca Valley High School. The main speaker for the event will be 1977 Yucca Valley High School graduate, Shawn Nelson. Baccalaureate is a Christ-centered celebration to honor the graduating seniors and all their hard work, commitment and accomplishments throughout their high school career. Dress is nice casual and a dessert reception will follow the ceremony.

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ADULT KICKBALL PART OF THIS WEEKEND GRUBSTAKE DAYS
Adult kickball will be featured this year as part of this Saturday’s Grubstake Days activities in Yucca Valley. Reporter Derwood Andrews tells you how to sign up to play...
The Town of Yucca Valley is inviting you to assemble a team to take part in the Grubstake Days kickball tournament. Kickball is like baseball, except with a big rubber ball and a bunch of kicking and throwing. Sounds like fun. Teams must be at least 11 players, (including a minimum of four women). The tournament takes place on Saturday May 29 and Sunday the 30 at the Yucca Valley Community Center soccer field, with trophies, player T-shirts and a ‘Team Spirit’ award for the most spirited team. Register on line at yucca-valley.org or at the Community Center by Wednesday May 26. The team cost is $160. Start the summer with a kick.

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MORONGO BASIN TENNIS HOLDS 10 ANNUAL CARNIVAL SATURDAY
The Morongo Basin Tennis Association’s tenth annual Family Tennis Carnival took place Saturday at Sunburst Park in Joshua Tree. This year’s tennis event began with a tournament at Yucca Valley High School, Tournament winners were Austin McDowell, 1st place; Debo Garrett, 2nd place; Jarin Rice, 3rd place. Fast-serve aces were Jasmine Smith at 52 mph and Jarin Rice at 81 mph. Consistent serve aces were Sharlene Coleman and Chris Belcarris with 17 and 97 serves, respectively, without a miss. Junior Team Tennis ended its season by honoring players, team moms and dads and coaches. A youth tennis car wash fund-raiser will be held Saturday, June 5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Del Taco, next to McDonald’s’, in Yucca Valley. Donations are welcome.

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