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Getting Past the Political Spin Regarding the Iran Deal; What It Means That This Is an El Niño Year–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: June 15, 2026

Getting Past the Political Spin Regarding the Iran Deal; What It Means That This Is an El Niño Year–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: June 15, 2026

by Jimmy Boegle June 15, 2026June 15, 2026

Hiking With T: Just 50 Miles From the Coachella Valley, Lake Perris State Recreation Area Offers Much More Than Just a Lake!

Hiking With T: Just 50 Miles From the Coachella Valley, Lake Perris State Recreation Area Offers Much More Than Just a Lake!

by Theresa Sama June 15, 2026June 15, 2026

A Ridiculous Letdown: As a Supposed Steven Spielberg Alien Movie, ‘Disclosure Day’ Is a Massive Disappointment

A Ridiculous Letdown: As a Supposed Steven Spielberg Alien Movie, ‘Disclosure Day’ Is a Massive Disappointment

by Bob Grimm June 15, 2026June 15, 2026

CV History: How the Little City of Rancho Mirage Became the ‘Playground of the Presidents’

CV History: How the Little City of Rancho Mirage Became the ‘Playground of the Presidents’

by Greg Niemann June 14, 2026June 14, 2026

Leaving for Nashville: ‘World Famous’ Repairland’s Jayce Levi Moved to Indio Because the ‘Energy Was Shifting’; Now He Feels Differently

Leaving for Nashville: ‘World Famous’ Repairland’s Jayce Levi Moved to Indio Because the ‘Energy Was Shifting’; Now He Feels Differently

by Matt King June 13, 2026June 13, 2026

News

Why We Should Be Concerned About a Great Plains Aquifer; Oodles of Conspiracy Nonsense Surrounding California Elections–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: June 11, 2026

Why We Should Be Concerned About a Great Plains Aquifer; Oodles of Conspiracy Nonsense Surrounding California Elections–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: June 11, 2026

by Jimmy Boegle June 11, 2026June 11, 2026

Stepping Down: Guide Dogs of the Desert Board Chair Richard Clapp Is Resigning; Executive Director Robert Maher Elevated to CEO

Stepping Down: Guide Dogs of the Desert Board Chair Richard Clapp Is Resigning; Executive Director Robert Maher Elevated to CEO

by Maggie Miles June 11, 2026

Indian Wells’ Mayor Thinks He Knows What’s Best for Coachella (Spoiler: He Doesn’t)–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: June 8, 2026

Indian Wells’ Mayor Thinks He Knows What’s Best for Coachella (Spoiler: He Doesn’t)–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: June 8, 2026

by Jimmy Boegle June 8, 2026June 8, 2026

Opinion

Community Voices: More On-Site Staffing in Affordable-Housing Communities Makes Residents’ Lives Better

Community Voices

Community Voices: More On-Site Staffing in Affordable-Housing Communities Makes Residents’ Lives Better

by Terri Smyth Canillo June 11, 2026June 11, 2026

The Weekly Independent Comics Page for June 11, 2026!

Comics

The Weekly Independent Comics Page for June 11, 2026!

by Staff June 11, 2026

A Note From the Editor: Here Is Our New AI Policy; We’re a Finalist for National Awards

A Note From the Editor: Here Is Our New AI Policy; We’re a Finalist for National Awards

by Jimmy Boegle June 4, 2026June 4, 2026

Arts & culture

11 Days a Week: June 11-21, 2026

11 Days a Week: June 11-21, 2026

by Staff June 10, 2026June 10, 2026

Laughing While Singing: Avery Pearson Melds Music and Comedy During His Monthly Comedian Rhapsody Shows at Spirit Animal

Comedy

Laughing While Singing: Avery Pearson Melds Music and Comedy During His Monthly Comedian Rhapsody Shows at Spirit Animal

by Matt King June 5, 2026June 5, 2026

11 Days a Week: June 4-14, 2026

11 Days a Week: June 4-14, 2026

by Staff June 3, 2026June 11, 2026

Movies & TV

Foodie TV: ‘The Bear’ Is Closing This Month, but There Are Other Restaurant Dramas and Comedies to Savor

Foodie TV: ‘The Bear’ Is Closing This Month, but There Are Other Restaurant Dramas and Comedies to Savor

by Bill Frost June 13, 2026

He Doesn’t Have the Power: ‘Masters of the Universe’ Is a Great-Looking, Confusing Mess

He Doesn’t Have the Power: ‘Masters of the Universe’ Is a Great-Looking, Confusing Mess

by Bob Grimm June 8, 2026June 8, 2026

From Crush to Chaos: Inde Navarrette’s Star-Making Performance Elevates ‘Obsession’

From Crush to Chaos: Inde Navarrette’s Star-Making Performance Elevates ‘Obsession’

by Bob Grimm June 1, 2026June 1, 2026

Music

Unconventional Tunes: The Idyllwild Experimental Music Fest Features Artists Who Aren’t Afraid to Break Musical Boundaries

Unconventional Tunes: The Idyllwild Experimental Music Fest Features Artists Who Aren’t Afraid to Break Musical Boundaries

by Matt King June 12, 2026June 12, 2026

Heavy in the Heart: Sean McCune Puts Down the Sticks and Picks Up the Mic for Day of Peace, His New Hardcore Project

Music News and Features

Heavy in the Heart: Sean McCune Puts Down the Sticks and Picks Up the Mic for Day of Peace, His New Hardcore Project

by Matt King June 11, 2026June 11, 2026

From Punk to Folk: John Doe Is Opening for Lucinda Williams and Bob Dylan at Acrisure Arena

Previews

From Punk to Folk: John Doe Is Opening for Lucinda Williams and Bob Dylan at Acrisure Arena

by Matt King June 9, 2026June 9, 2026

Food & Drink

Vine Social: The Cost of Wine Tastings Has Gone Way Up—but You Can Still Find Wonderful Experiences at Affordable Prices

Wine

Vine Social: The Cost of Wine Tastings Has Gone Way Up—but You Can Still Find Wonderful Experiences at Affordable Prices

by Katie Finn June 8, 2026June 8, 2026

The Indy Endorsement: The Southwest Turkey Sandwich at H&H Bagels

The Indy Endorsement

The Indy Endorsement: The Southwest Turkey Sandwich at H&H Bagels

by Jimmy Boegle June 5, 2026

The Indy Endorsement: The ‘Dan’s All Season’ Pizza at Papa Dan’s

The Indy Endorsement

The Indy Endorsement: The ‘Dan’s All Season’ Pizza at Papa Dan’s

by Jimmy Boegle June 2, 2026

Do-Gooder

Great Music for Tough Times: Well in the Desert Revamps Its Annual Concert Fundraiser in an Effort to Meet Increased Need

Do-Gooder Features

Great Music for Tough Times: Well in the Desert Revamps Its Annual Concert Fundraiser in an Effort to Meet Increased Need

by Matt King January 2, 2026January 2, 2026

Ground Broken on Palm Springs AIDS Memorial

Submissions From Nonprofits

Ground Broken on Palm Springs AIDS Memorial

by Bob Bogard December 26, 2025December 26, 2025

The Del Shores Foundation Announces a Record-Breaking Fundraising Month

Submissions From Nonprofits

The Del Shores Foundation Announces a Record-Breaking Fundraising Month

by Del Shores September 30, 2025

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Best of Coachella Valley

Best of Coachella Valley 2025-2026: Readers’ Picks

Best of Coachella Valley 2025-2026: Readers’ Picks

by Staff November 24, 2025

Best of Coachella Valley 2025-2026: Staff Picks

Best of Coachella Valley 2025-2026: Staff Picks

by Staff November 24, 2025

An Entertainer’s Journey: Ron Pass, a Regular at Melvyn’s and One Eleven Bar, Knows How to Command a Piano Bar

An Entertainer’s Journey: Ron Pass, a Regular at Melvyn’s and One Eleven Bar, Knows How to Command a Piano Bar

by Matt King November 24, 2025

RPG Refuge: The Dragon’s Den Offers a Safe Space for Tabletop-Game Players of All Levels—and Beginners Are Welcome

RPG Refuge: The Dragon’s Den Offers a Safe Space for Tabletop-Game Players of All Levels—and Beginners Are Welcome

by Matt King November 24, 2025

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