Tuesday May 29 | Desert Dispatch
Former emigrants visit Barstow
BARSTOW A family that fled Vietnam decades ago to resettle in Barstow with the aid of a local church visited the city again this weekend for a picnic with church members at Owl Canyon.
Educator, mayor challenge Donnelly in 33rd Assembly District race
A flap over a gun has provided fodder for Assemblyman Tim Donnelly's opponents in a battle for the hearts and minds of voters in the 33rd Assembly District.
Newberry Springs bar to receive monument
NEWBERRY SPRINGS A fraternal organization dating to the California Gold Rush plans to erect a historical monument Sunday at The Barn on Route 66 in Newberry Springs, a popular bar.
Events for Friday, May 4 through Sunday, May 6
Friday Spaghetti dinner American Legion Post 751 in Newberry Springs will be serving a spaghetti dinner Friday at 4 p.m. Donation is $7. Events at Barstow Senior Center The Barstow Senior Center, 555 Melissa Ave., will be offering the following programs on Friday: Mojave Carvers from 8 to 11 a.m. United Post Office will be selling stamps from 10 ... (more)
Proposed septic tank regulations spark concerns
The public comment period on proposed state septic tank regulations drawing opposition from some local agencies is about to come to a close.