Although 68 percent of today’s jobs require some college or training after high school, more than 80 percent of Coachella Valley students face significant barriers to accessing higher education. OneFuture Coachella Valley is changing that.
Marissa Willman
Economic Report: La Quinta in Bloom With Bright Future
For years, La Quinta has invested in projects to strengthen its economy, attract new businesses, and enhance quality of life for residents and visitors. At the heart of this transformation lies Highway 111, the city’s busiest retail corridor and a vital route through the Coachella Valley. The highway now showcases a transformation in plain view, as hospitality and retail emerge alongside essential infrastructure upgrades.
Economic Report: Indio Revitalizes Downtown and Expands Infrastructure
Indio, much like its springtime desert blooms, is flourishing. Signs of revitalization abound: new buildings sprout, entrepreneurs open their doors, and residents embrace spaces transforming the community. Years of careful planning and investment are coalescing into a vibrant new chapter for Indio, marked by capital projects and thriving businesses that nurture fresh opportunities alongside the city’s rich cultural heritage.
Female Chefs Lead James Beard Luncheon at Palm Desert Food & Wine
Colorful gourmet dishes, the sounds of clinking wine glasses, and a star-studded, woman-led lineup of celebrity chefs filled the tents at The Gardens on El Paseo Friday at the annual James Beard Gourmet Four-Course Luncheon during Palm Desert Food & Wine 2025.
Palm Desert Food & Wine 2025 Opens with Champagne & Caviar Extravaganza
Palm Desert Food & Wine 2025 kicked off with Champagne wishes and caviar dreams at Wildest Restaurant + Bar on Monday night, where guests gathered for an indulgent evening during the Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne and Caviar Dinner Tasting. But the evening truly was a “caviar dream” come to life for Wildest owner Charissa Farley-Hay, who was eager to share her passion for caviar and wine with like-minded locals.
7 Date Night Ideas for Valentine’s Day in Greater Palm Springs
Feel the spark with seven creative date ideas — from salsa dancing to a splatter-painting session.
7 Activities to Entertain Holiday Guests in Greater Palm Springs
These unique adventures are sure to keep spirits bright for the whole family.
Coachella Valley: Where Business and Pleasure Intertwine
The winsome nature of Greater Palm Springs is no accident — it takes the collaboration of many industries and stakeholders to make the desert tick. Here’s an overview.
Economic Report: New Developments Are Transforming Indio’s Future
New housing, a state-of-the-art library, and community-energizing projects are transforming the City of Festivals.
15 Reasons to Visit Indio (No, a Music Festival Isn’t One of Them)
Artwork, a speakeasy, and a downtown brimming with new local businesses are just some of the reasons to visit the city of festivals year-round.
Kate Hudson on Music, “Song Sung Blue,” and Life in Palm Desert
