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Listen To Your News		Tuesday, September 27, 2011		News Archive

TWO WITH MULTIPLE CONVICTIONS ARRESTED ON WEAPONS CHARGES
Two convicted felons from Twentynine Palms, with dozens of convictions between them, were arrested again Sunday for carrying a concealed weapon. Shortly before 11 a.m., a Sheriff's deputy made a traffic stop near the intersection of Adobe Road and Gorgonio Drive in Twentynine Palms. During a search of the vehicle, the deputy found a loaded, concealed handgun in a backpack in the 2001 Dodge. Richard Sansoucie, 28, who has been convicted of multiple felony charges of burglary, robbery, and drug possession; and Anthony Williams, 26, who has 32 convictions for felony forgery and obtaining false identification, were both arrested for investigation of carrying a concealed weapon in a vehicle. Richard Sansoucie and Anthony Williams were both booked into the Morongo Basin Jail with bail set at $25,000 each.

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PALMS SPRINGS FIRE FULLY CONTAINED
Firefighters have fully contained a wildfire that charred 541 acres west of Palm Springs. The U.S. Forest Service says the cause of the fire first reported Saturday night is under investigation. No structures were damaged and no one was hurt in the blaze in the San Bernardino National Forest.

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MYSTERIOUS CAR FIRE YESTERDAY IN YUCCA VALLEY
There was a mysterious car fire yesterday on Old Woman Springs Road in Yucca Valley. According to Yucca Valley Fire Captain Wayne Thompson, at 11:56 Monday morning, firefighters responded to a car fire on Old Woman Springs Road, just north of El Cortez. The Kia Sportage, which was northbound on OWS, was fully involved when firefighters arrived. What was mysterious about the car fire is that the car had been abandoned—the driver was no where to be found. Firefighters had the fire knocked down in just a few minutes. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and Captain Thompson said he'd like to talk with the car's driver.

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MEETING TO DISCUSS RESOURCES FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED
Local resources for those with developmental disabilities will be discussed at a special meeting Thursday. Reporter Dan Stork tells us when and where. The Inland Regional Center is a non-profit, community-based organization that lends services and support to people with developmental disabilities in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. IRC will host a public meeting on Thursday. September 29, to discuss resources and services available to people living in and around Yucca Valley. The meeting is scheduled for 6 to 7 p.m. in the Yucca Room of the Yucca Valley Community Center. Its purpose is to promote communication, partnership and transparency between families and the agency. For more information, visit www.inlandrc.org, or call 909.890.4778

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SHERIFF'S EXPLORER RIDE-ALONG PROGRAM REINSTATED
After a hiatus of ride-a-longs called after the arrest of two deputies for investigation of having sex with minors involved in the Sheriff's explorer program, the program is being reinstated. The Sheriff's Explorer Program is composed of fifteen units throughout the County. The Sheriff's Department said in late April, after the arrests involving two of the Explorer units, Sheriff Rod Hoops ordered a full review and reconstruction of the Explorer program and suspended the ride-along portion of the program. During the review process, Sheriff's Volunteer Forces Division personnel met with all 15 Explorer posts throughout the department, 216 Explorers, and their parents. The results showed a clear need for education about the program and a coordinator handbook was given to each deputy and supervisor assigned to the program. Volunteer Forces training is now mandatory for all Explorers, Parents and Coordinators. An Explorer manual, and activity log book were designed to track the interaction of each individual Explorer, and their time spent with the deputies. Each Explorer is responsible for an activity log book and each activity or assignment must be approved by a parent, coordinator and Watch Commander. Additionally, each Explorer must maintain a 'C' average.

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STARRY NIGHTS FESTIVAL IN YUCCA VALLEY THIS SATURDAY
The annual Starry Nights Festival is set for this Saturday in Yucca Valley. Reporter Derwood Andrews says the free event is a must-see for local amateur astronomers. The Hi-Desert Nature Museum presents the 15th annual Starry Nights Festival at the Yucca Valley Community Center, Saturday October 1st. From 11:00 in the morning until 10:00 at night, the day is filled with activities and lectures from noted astronomers. The event is FREE to the public thanks to the generous support of the Andromeda Society. For a full schedule of events visit hidesertnaturemuseum.org or call 760-369-7212.

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SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM FUND-RAISER BEGINS FRIDAY
Registration is going on now for the Morongo Basin Search and Rescue's Desert Run fundraiser Friday. Proceeds will go to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Morongo Basin Search and Rescue team. The desert run will be held Saturday and consists of a 15- to 20-mile course for off-road vehicles. Activities start Friday at 4 p.m. and end Sunday morning. There will be children's games, a bounce house, vendors and food. Tickets for the Desert Run are $55 if you register today. Cost increases after today. For information, go to: www.desertrun.org, or call 760-365-8185.

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2012 SEASON TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE FOR THEATRE 29
The Theatre 29 2012 season has been unveiled and Season Tickets are now available. Reporter Mike Lipsitz has the line-up and how to get season tickets. Tickets for to the Theatre 29 2012 Season are now available. The 2012 season starts January 14 and includes two Neil Simon productions, "Jake's Women," and "Lost in Yonkers"; the dark comedy, "A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody;" two special original plays, "The Memory Jar" by author/director Kurt Schauppner and "Actress" by author/director Josh Lazar. "Seussical" is the summer musical based on Dr. Seuss stories; followed by "Anne of Green Gables" and the Halloween Haunt. The 2012 season wraps with "A Don't Hug Me Christmas Carol." As a season ticket holder your economical, tax-deductible subscription guarantees your seat to six productions and a pass to the Halloween Haunt. Season tickets are $46 to $68. Purchase yours by calling the Theatre 29 Box Office at 361-4151 and leave a message with an address to send a 2012 Season Brochure and order form..

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JOSHUA TREE CLEAN TEAM OUT TOMORROW MORNING
The hard-working, dedicated volunteers of the Joshua Tree Clean Team are still meeting the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at various places in Joshua Tree to clean up trash. Tomorrow morning at 7:00, all Clean Team volunteers are asked to meet at Highway 62 and Sunny Vista Rd. on the south side of the highway. They will be working along the highway for one short hour. Afterwards everyone is encouraged to meet for optional coffee and conversation at the Park Rock Cafe. Organizers send out a big thank you to those that have worked all summer long and to the Joshua Tree Clean Team's co-sponsors, Joshua Tree Outfitters, Park Rock Cafe, Z107.7, County of San Bernardino Waste Management and CalTrans and their staff located on La Contenta Rd. For more information about the Clean Team, call 760 366-8415.

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PIONEER DAYS LITTLE MISS AND MASTER CONTESTANTS SOUGHT
The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce is looking for contestants for this year's Pioneer Days Little Miss and Master contest. Managing editor Tami Roleff has details…
One of the highlights of the Twentynine Palms Pioneer Days is the Little Miss and Little Master contest. Children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old are invited to enter the contest, which will be held Saturday, October 15 at 4:00 on the Pioneer Days stage in Luckie Park. The contestants, who should be dressed in Pioneer Days costumes, will be interviewed by the emcee using information provided about the child on the entry form. The children can also perform in the optional talent portion of the show. All contestants are also invited to ride in the Pioneer Days parade on Saturday. Contestants and their parents must attend a meeting on Thursday, October 13 at 6 p.m. Entry fees are $25. For more information, call 760-367-3445 or visit 29chamber.org.

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CROWS OF PEARBLOSSOM AT THE YUCCA VALLEY LIBRARY THIS AFTERNOON
This afternoon at 5:00, the Yucca Valley Library celebrates the reprinting of the delightful children's picture book, Crows of Pearblossum by Aldous Huxley. Huxley wrote his only picture book for his niece Olivia de Haulleville. The book is dedicated "To Olivia." Olivia will be at the library to autograph the dedication page, share memories of her Uncle Aldous and facilitate in the special reading of the book. All ages are invited to peek into a hilarious story about Mr. and Mrs. Crow, a very bad snake and a very wise owl. Copies will be available for purchase. Coffee and a pearblossum cake will be served. For more information call the library at 760-228-5455.

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TWENTYNINE PALMS ART EXHIBIT OPENS TOMORROW, RECEPTION SUNDAY
The October show opens tomorrow at the Twentynine Palms Art Gallery featuring three local artists. ROP Broadcast student Lenore Roberts invites you to the show and this Sunday's artists reception…
According to their website, the Twentynine Palms Art Gallery will kick off the upcoming season with new pieces from local artists. From September 28 to October 23, pieces such as Penelope Krebs's watercolors, Richard Southard's wood sculptures, and Cindy Daigneault's photography will be available for viewing. Reception is open from 12 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, and viewers are welcomed and encouraged to attend. For more information, you can visit their website at 29palmsartgallery.com and click on the exhibitions link at the top of the page.

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BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB BASKETBALL LEAGUE STARTING UP
The Boys & Girls Club of the Hi-Desert is taking sign-ups and holding basketball clinics during the next three weeks in anticipation of its Fall League for all children from age 5 – 18 (school age). There will be teams for ages 5-7, 8-10, 11-14 and over 14 for both boys and girls. The $60 per-child fee includes use of team shirt and all clinics you choose to participate in. The league games will begin mid-October and into December. Families with multiple children may qualify for a discount. Sign-ups are taken at the club, located at 56525 Little League Drive, Yucca Valley Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Contact Executive Director Sam Handley for all applications and questions.

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