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Listen To Your News		Monday, July 16, 2012		News Archive

HIGHWAY 62 CLOSED EAST OF TWENTYNINE PALMS
The California Highway Patrol reports that this weekend's storms have closed Highway 62 east of Twentynine Palms, from Godwin Road to Highway 177. Contractors have started repairing the road and it's hoped the road will be opened tomorrow.

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TWO STABBED IN TWENTYNINE PALMS DENNY'S PARKING LOT BRAWL
Two men were stabbed and one arrested after what Sheriff's investigators described as a brawl in the parking lot of the Twentynine Palms Denny's restaurant early Saturday morning. Sergeant Richard Hutchens said deputies responded to reports of a fight and stabbing at 3:11 a.m. to find a Marine, who has not been identified, with stab wounds to his chest. Witnesses said the suspect had fled on a motorcycle. Deputies pursued two motorcycles, one which fled while the other pulled over to reveal another victim with another stab wound. A short time later a pick-up truck was seen leaving the area and was pulled over to reveal the suspect trying to flee. After investigation, Joseph Farhat, 23, of Twentynine Palms, was arrested for investigation of attempted murder. Joseph Farhat was booked into the Morongo Basin Jail with bail set at $1 million.

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SHOTS FIRED IN YUCCA VALLEY RESULT IN ARREST OF FELON
One man was arrested after a shooting incident in Yucca Valley Friday Night. Sheriff's Sergeant Richard Hutchens said deputies responded to a report of shots fired in the area of El Dorado and Barron at about 11 p.m. Deputies contacted Douglas Hiday, 29, who told them he had been in a fight with several individuals there. He said he ran into his house and retrieved a handgun and then fired three shots into the ground. Investigation revealed no evidence of the other men present and Douglas Hiday was found to be a convicted felon. Hiday was placed under arrest for investigation of the negligent discharge of a weapon and being a felon in possession of a firearm. He was booked into the Morongo basin jail and later released on $50,000 bail.

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MORONGO UNIFED SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFERING TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM
The State is changing the age requirements for children entering kindergarten. In order to prepare students for entering school, a new program, Transitional Kindergarten, is being offered for children who will turn five years old in the fall. Reporter Dan Stork has more information about registering your child for this new program...
The Morongo Unified School District will be offering a transitional kindergarten program this coming school year. Students who are eligible for this program are five years of age between November 2 and December 2. This is not a program for students that are eligible for regular kindergarten. All students who live in the Morongo Basin and meet the age requirements will be eligible to attend the program. The transitional kindergarten program will be offered at Twentynine Palms Elementary and Friendly Hills Elementary Schools. Please note that this program will require that parents or guardians provide transportation to this program. This program will be taught by a fully credentialed kindergarten teacher. The Kindergarten Readiness Act of 2010 enacted the legislation which creates this additional learning opportunity for these students. Contact the Instructional Services division of Morongo Unified School District at 760-367-9191 extension 4224 if you have any further questions. All required immunizations must be completed before enrolling the student. School starts August 27.

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ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECTS ARRESTED IN MORONGO VALLEY
Sharp eyes and a good memory by a Sheriff's sergeant led to the arrest of at least two people suspected in an armed robbery in Morongo Valley in April. Early Thursday morning, Sergeant Trevis Newport was patrolling in Yucca Valley when he saw a car, belonging to people suspected of being involved in the robbery, drive westbound on the highway. Sergeant Newport followed the car and made a felony traffic stop near Ramona Trail in Morongo Valley. Newport, assisted by Deputy Mike Abel, pulled two women out of the car at gunpoint, and arrested Sandra Beneke, 41, of Morongo Valley, for investigation of aiding and abetting. Futher investigation led to a home in the 11600 block of Rosewood Avenue in Morongo Valley. There, they arrested Morris McCormies, 37, on suspicion of armed robbery. Sheriffs said two men and a woman entered a home April 18 in the 50200 block of Oak Drive in Morongo Valley and threatened the resident with a gun, telling him he had just four days to vacate the premises. The robbers stole a number of items and told the victim if he called police he would be dead. On June 16, McCormies' suspected partner in the robbery, David Wilson, was arrested for investigation of another armed robbery from February. Morris McCormies and David Wilson are both being held at West Valley Detention Center. McCormies' bail is set at $450,000. David Wilson's total bail is $2.35 million.

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BLOOD DRIVE IN PIONEERTOWN TOMORROW
Blood drive will be held tomorrow afternoon in Pioneeertown. Managing editor Tami Roleff rolls up her sleeve...
Lifestream will conduct a community blood drive in Pioneertown Tuesday, July 17. Blood donations will be taken at Pioneertown Post Office, from 10 to 2 p.m. Donors will receive incentives and Gift of Life Donor Loyalty points. Healthy individuals at least 15 years old may donate blood. All prospective donors should be free of infections or illness, weigh at least 110 pounds, and not be at risk for AIDS or hepatitis. Donors receive a free mini-physical as part of the donation process. Donating blood takes about an hour, yet gives someone a lifetime. For more information, call 760-777-8844.

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8TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT RECOUNT STOPPED, NO CHANGE
An 8th Congressional District candidate who finished third in the June primary ended a recount he had requested. Philip Liberatore of Lake Arrowhead brought the 24-precinct recount to a halt just three hours after it began Friday morning, said county Registrar Mike Scarpello. Officials at the San Bernardino County Registrar's Office had gotten through six precincts before Liberatore ended the recount, held at Liberatore's expense. Friday's recount cost Liberatore $11,335 and would have carried an additional $6,000-per-day cost if more time was needed to finish. After six precincts, Paul Cook gained two votes and Brad Mitzelfelt gained one vote. The top vote-getter among the 13 candidates in the new district, Gregg Imus, will face Assemblyman Paul Cook, in the November general election.

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CADIZ RELEASES WATER PLAN ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT
The Los Angeles-based Cadiz Company released the final environmental impact report for its proposed Mojave Desert water pipeline on Friday. Cadiz proposes to build a 43-mile pipeline connecting an underground water source, about 50 miles southwest of Needles, to the Colorado River Aqueduct. The project's backers say the pipeline will allow them to deliver 50,000 acre feet of water annually to Southern California's cities and suburbs. The Rancho Santa Margarita Water District in Orange County is the project's lead agency. Its board is scheduled to hold a public hearing on the EIR on July 25. A link to the report can be found here.

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DONATION=CREATION MOVING, SALE THIS WEEK
An artists' supply store in Joshua Tree will be moving at the end of the month. Assignment reporter Corrisa Evans gets out her brushes to paint us a picture with the details...
Donation=Creation will be closed the last week of July to move to its new location at the Joshua Tree Chamber of Commerce, but before that, they are holding a summer moving sale of 20 percent off all donated and gently used items through the month of July. Donation=Creation will reopen at thie new location on August 1 at their new address, 6448 Hallee Road in Joshua Tree. For more information, visit their website at hwy62art.com.

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MORONGO BASIN SENIOR SUPPORT CENTER TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEK
Morongo Basin Senior Support Center on Sunnyslope Drive in Yucca Valley will hold an open house this week, July 16-20. Between 9 and 2, tours of the facility as well as free classes are offered to see what they offer. Warm Water exercise as well as land exercise and much more. Call for details 760- 365-9661.

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TWENTYNINE PALMS CEMETERY DISTRICT BOARD SPECIAL MEETING TONIGHT
Twentynine Palms Public Cemetery District will hold a special Board Meeting tonight at their facility at 5350 Encelia Avenue in Twentynine Palms. The 5:30 meeting will cover
1. Public Comments (Limit to three minutes)
2. Board Comments (Board may not comment on any agenda items)
3. Discuss and approve Fiscal Year 2012/2013 proposed budget and then Adjourn to closed session to review personnel and review professional standards.

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JOSHUA TREE LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM CONTINUES THIS WEEK
The Joshua Tree Library offers several programs this week for children of all ages. Reporter Dan Stork joins us again to tell us about bats, Legos, and magic...
At the Joshua Tree Library this week, preschoolers and Kindergarteners will consider the question: What if bats visit the library after everyone is gone at night? Come celebrate our favorite flying mammals with stories, activities and a craft. This program is on Tuesday, July 17, at 11 a.m. The program for all ages on Wednesday, July 18, at 11:30 a.m. is a Dream House Lego Party. Build the tallest tower. Race a Lego car. Bring your Lego Dream House for display and enter the building contest. Pick up your incentives for reading this week. The Scavenger Hunt will focus on poetry this week. At the Program for junior high and high schoolers on Wednesday at 2 p.m. illusionist, Nick Diliberto will share some of his favorite tricks and also some of the tricks of the trade with all. Children and teens that need transportation to the library may show their San Bernardino County library card to MBTA drivers and ride to the library for free. For more information about the Summer Reading Program, call the Joshua Tree Branch Library at 760-366-8615.

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"SEUSSICAL" CONTINUES THROUGH JULY 28 AT THEATRE 29
"Seussical," the musical, is now playing at Theatre 29! The family-friendly "Seussical" a fantastical, musical extravaganza!" with all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters, who transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the world of the Who's. Follow Horton the elephant, protecting the Who's while sitting on an egg in a tree! The powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant; in a story that makes you laugh and cry. The Broadway smash "Seussical" at Theatre 29 Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 through July 28 with a Sunday matinee July 22. Tickets are available online at www.theatre29.org or call Theatre 29 at 760-361-4151. Ticket prices are $8 to $12. Bring the kids and the whole Family to "Seussical" at Theatre 29.

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