Thursday, October 8, 2026 · Morongo Basin, California

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The 5.66-acre project would bring 17 fueling positions, EV charging and a roughly 6,000-square-foot store — but it needs a Planning Commission permit first.

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Local$3.2 million road project covers nearly 30 miles around Yucca ValleyPoliticsYucca Valley rewrites its short-term rental rulesLocalAquatics center hits snags; consultants extended at $114,000 a monthLocalNew County Fire station in Yucca Valley could break ground early next yearLocalYucca Valley's eight new pickleball courts are officially completeLocalDutch Bros drive-through planned for Twentynine Palms HighwayLocalMaverik plans 24-hour gas station and store off Avalon AvenueWeatherWind advisory runs through Wednesday evening

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$3.2 million road project covers nearly 30 miles around Yucca Valley

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Chip-seal and repaving work is underway across Yucca Mesa and nearby streets, funded mostly by state gas-tax money.

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Yucca Valley rewrites its short-term rental rules

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The overhaul targets habitual violators and keeps the town's 10 percent cap on vacation rentals.

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Main Street hardware store reopens after the roof repair

The shop was closed nine days after a storm opened a leak over the tool aisle.

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High school hosts Ridgecrest in Friday night football

Kickoff is 7 p.m. at the school field, with senior night at halftime.

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Wind advisory runs through Wednesday evening

Gusts near 45 mph and blowing dust are expected on open desert roads.

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