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Listen To Your News		Saturday, July 17, 2010		News Archive

ARREST FOR GRAND THEFT IN NORTH JOSHUA TREE
A missing transformer for a water pump led to an arrest for Grand Theft in North Joshua Tree. Sheriff’s officials said Thursday night around 10:25, 9-1-1 dispatchers received a call form the 65100 block of Golden Street, the caller saying an electrical transformer for their well had been stolen. The caller said the transformer weighs about 300 pounds and costs about $2500. About 45 minutes later, dispatchers received a second call, saying the victim followed tracks and found the stolen transformer and suspect in the 3600 block of Sunfair Road about ½ mile north from were it was taken. Sheriffs’ Deputies spoke with Chris O’Neil, 43, who told deputies he didn’t think the transformer belong to anyone due to its condition and location. Chris O’Neil was booked into the Morongo Basin Jail for investigation of Grand Theft and held on $50,000 bail.

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EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING CONTINUES
The County and the National Weather Service have issued extreme heat advisories through Sunday. You are urged to take precautions to prevent heat-related illness. While the heat advisory is in effect, drink more water, juice and sports drinks, and avoid drinks with caffeine and alcohol. Talk with your doctor first if you take water pills, or are on a low-salt diet. Stay cool indoors and stay in an air-conditioned area, if possible. The Twentynine Palms Senior Center, Hi-Desert Medical Center, Joshua Tree Community Center, and Landers Association building are cooling centers open during the day. The National Weather Service predicts temperatures reaching into the triple digits through Sunday. Never leave kids or pets in a parked car. If your heart pounds or you get out of breath, lightheaded, weak, or feel faint, stop your activity and rest in a cool or shady area. Check on your friends and family and have someone do the same for you. Check on the elderly and people with health conditions twice a day. Warning signs of heat illness include heavy sweating, cramps, headache, nausea or vomiting, tiredness, weakness, dizziness and fainting.

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BLOOD DRIVE WEDNESDAY AT HI-DESERT MEDICAL CENTER
Blood supplies are in constant shortage, yet the need for blood continues to grow. Reporter Tami Roleff says the Hi-Desert Medical Center is hosting a community blood drive held by Life Stream...
The Hi-Desert Medical Center will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday from 11 to 3 at the hospital in Joshua Tree. Blood donors will receive a complimentary cholesterol screening and mini physical as part of the donation process, and are eligible for a discounted ticket to Knott’s Soak City. Blood donors may also register to be a bone marrow donor. All prospective donors should be free of infections or illness, weigh at least 110 pounds, and not be at risk for AIDS or hepatitis. Donating blood takes about an hour, yet gives someone a lifetime.

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SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL CONTINUES IN YUCCA VALLEY
Join Z107.7’s lunchtime D.J. Jessica Jean as she MC’s tonight’s Yucca Valley Music Festival, 7 to 9 at the Yucca Valley Community Center ball field. On the stage tonight, Rocket Scientist will have you walking down memory lane as they perform oldies but goodies. All ages are welcome to attend and admission is free. Bring you lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Festival sponsors include Z107.7, Hi-Desert Publishing and The Sun Runner.

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STAR PARTY TONIGHT
The Andromeda Society will be holding a star party tonight at Joshua Tree Lake and Campground on Sunfair Road north of North of State Route 62. Stargazing will begin at dusk with a laser tour of the sky and other astronomy presentations. Live views of the night sky will be provided by the Southern California Desert Video Astronomers when it gets dark. Amateur Astronomer Sam Davidson and Andromeda Society members invites the general public to come and see a guided tour of the Waxing Crescent Moon and to learn some new things about our wonderful desert night sky. Bring a chair and cold drinks so you can sit back and enjoy the show that ends around midnight. Organizers say the star party is fun for the whole family but please be light conscious when you visit.

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