Mark Talkington

“This is a safe space for kids to come and relax,” said Cielo Vista Principal Juanita Perezchica as she showed before and after pictures of the room to guests on Monday. “We all need that in life.”

If the money is made available to help reopen the nearly 90-year-old theater, other projects in the city could be temporarily impacted. Foundation leaders maintain the impact would be negligible.

Key hires at City Hall helped clear building backlogs and prepare for a facility that will address the homeless crisis, while residents and first responders showed their resiliency.

A statue, the aging downtown theater, and pickleball courts may be hot topics on social media, but those may prove minor issues when considering what city officials are up against in the coming years.

On his journey from prison to Palm Springs, Sonny Von Cleveland met people who would profoundly impact his life. He’s now committed to impacting the lives of others, especially youth dealing with trauma.

The Committee to Relocate Marilyn had challenged the placement of the 26-foot tall statue, claiming the Palm Springs City Council approved a three-year closure without proper proceedings.

In our latest Palm Springs Profiles, we introduce you to Palm Springs Fire Department Capt. Nathan Gunkel, who is off to enjoy a hard-earned retirement, leaving behind a legacy like few others.

The Monarch Apartments, which sit on 3.6 acres at the southeast corner of North Indian Canyon and San Rafael Drive, received occupancy permits in December. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is slated for February.

Even before concerns were raised by community members over some of the awards handed out on Feb. 12, Commission members had moved to consider refining the selection process.

“What we have done today is prove that we are going to help people who want help,” said Councilmember Lisa Middleton. “This is truly a village. It takes all of us to make progress.”