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A Salute to Our Heroes Blake Shelton honors vets through heartfelt songs

lake Shelton, one of country music’s hottest performers and most engaging personalities, will pay tribute to members of our armed services and veterans on the holiday named in their honor. Audience members can wave the red, white and blue at songs such as “God’s Country”, which peaked at number one on Hot Country Songs in mid-2019, “Hell Right”, a duet with Trace Adkins, “Nobody but You” and “Happy Anywhere,”, collaborations with wife Gwen Stefani, “I’ll Name The Dogs,” “Minimum Wage,” “Hillbilly Bone,” “Go Ahead and Break My Heart,” “Came Here to Forget” and many others. In 2001, Shelton made his debut with the single “Austin.” The lead-off single spent five weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The now Platinum-certified debut album also produced two more top 20 entries (“All Over Me” and “Ol’ Red”). His albums, “The Dreamer” and “Blake Shelton’s Barn & Grill,” went gold and platinum, respectively. His fourth album, “Pure BS,” was re-issued in 2008 with a cover of Michael Bublé’s pop hit “Home,” and his fifth album, “Startin’ Fires,” was followed by “Red River Blue, Based on a True Story...,” “Bringing Back the Sunshine,” “If I’m Hon-

• Two of the most common paint colors at Walt Disney World are “Go Away Green” and “Blending Blue.” Their curious monikers attest to the fact that Disney Imagineers created them to make your eyes ignore them. • You’ve no doubt heard of shattering a glass with your voice, but how about singing at a pitch so low only an elephant can hear it?

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Morongo Basin Veterans Tribute..........5 La Quinta Art Celebration.....................6 Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Fest........8 Veterans Day Facts..............................9

1. TELEVISION: What was Netflix’s first exclusive content series? 2. U.S. STATES: Which state is home to the Grand Canyon? 3. GEOGRAPHY: Where are the famous Moai statues located? 4. MOVIES: Who directed the chilling 2017 movie “Get Out”?

est,” “Texoma Shore” and “Fully Loaded: God’s Country.” Shelton has charted 40 singles, including 28 number ones. He has received nine Grammy Award nominations, including two for Best Country Album. Shelton is a coach on the NBC televised singing competition “The Voice,” who appears this season with his wife, Gwen Stefani. A member of his performing team has won in eight of 22 seasons. He was also named People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2017, following in the footsteps of fellow “The Voice” coach Adam Levine. Opening the Veteran’s Day show

will be artist MacKenzie Porter, a Canadian country singer, actress and songwriter. She has released one self-titled album and achieved four Canada Country number ones with “About You”, “These Days”, “Seeing Other People”, and “Pickup”. She is featured on Dustin Lynch’s number one Country Airplay hit “Thinking ‘Bout You.” The concert is held on Friday, November 11 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50 general admission. Active duty military and veterans receive 25% discount. Coachella Crossroads, 46605 Dillon Road, Coachella.Visit coachellacrossroads.com for tickets and more info.

That feat belongs to Tim Storms, who possesses a 10-octave vocal range and holds the Guinness World Record for lowest note produced by a human and widest vocal range.

“Go Harvard” when raised, the actual message read “We Suck.”

• In some parts of the world, tarantulas have “pet” frogs, which they protect from predators.

• Billy Joel’s song “Only the Good Die Young” was banned by some radio stations for being “antiCatholic.” Joel hardly minded, however, as the resulting publicity made the tune so popular that he wrote to the president of Seton Hall College in New Jersey (the first entity to forbid it) requesting a ban on his next record as well.

• At the Harvard-Yale annual college football matchup in 2004, Yale students played quite the trick on their opponents by dressing as Harvard pep squad members and handing out crimson and gold placards to the crowd. While told their cards would spell out

• The first known dental filling dates to the Neolithic period and was made of beeswax.

5. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which country’s largest airline is Aeroflot? 6. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president was elected to two nonconsecutive terms? 7. ANATOMY: The ossicles are located in what part of the human body? 8. LITERATURE: Which awardwinning novel is set in Maycomb, Alabama? 9. MEDICAL: Which international organization declared monkey pox to be a public health emergency? 10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is the only natural predator of great white sharks, aside from humans? (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc. ANSWER TO TRIVIA ON PAGE 10

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Several disturbing items have been in the news lately. Have you heard about these product recalls? CPAP machines: Two dozen different CPAP machines have been recalled. The list includes Bilevel PAP, BiPAP or BPAP machines, as well as the CPAP. The reason is a bit frightening. Black foam pieces can come loose and be breathed in or swallowed. While the recall was issued quite a long time ago, the Food and Drug Administration just updated that information with this alert: If you now have one of the repaired or replaced machines (due to the previous recall), testing is currently being done to ensure that the repair foam used is OK. The reason for the concern and the current testing: There have been deaths, far too many deaths, from the breakdown of the foam used in the machines. To learn more about this, go online to: https://tinyurl.com/ hvy73j36. You can also call the Philips company at 877-907-7508.

The recall says not to stop using the machine until you talk to your doctor, whether you have an original machine or one that was repaired or is a replacement. Bedrails on portable beds: The Consumer Product Safety Commission (and several companies) issued a warning for thousands of portable bedrails, the ones that attach to the sides of beds to keep someone from falling out. The problems are so serious that deaths were reported when people became wedged between the mattress and the rail. These bedrails were made under various names. Your best bet is to call the Consumer Product Safety Commission and ask about bedrail recalls to be sure you learn about all possible brands. Contact them at 800-638-2772. For more information, go to the FDA website (fda.gov) and put “Safety Concerns about Bed Rails” in the search box. For overall recall information, keep an eye on this government site: www.cpsc.gov/recalls.. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

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It’s Parade Season in Palm Springs! It’s parade season in Palm Springs! So mark your calendars for these fun and FREE special events highlighting the City’s powerful and poignant tribute to our veterans – and the ringing in of the holiday season with the spectacular 30th Annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade. 25th Annual City of Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade, Friday, November 11, 3:30 p.m. Parade runs along Palm Canyon Drive. This year’s theme is “Honoring All Who Serve.” A patriotic concert and fireworks finale at Palm Canyon Drive and Amado Road will immediately follow the parade. Once again, this year’s Veterans Day Parade will be broadcast live on NBC Palm Springs. For more informa-

tion, psveteransday.com 30th Annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade, Saturday, December 3. Start time is 5:45 p.m. along Palm Canyon Drive. The City’s signature holiday event features twinkling lights, magnificent marching bands, spectacular floats, huge Macy’s-style holiday floats, and Santa Claus. The parade will be broadcast live on NBC Palm Springs. For more information, visit psfestivaloflights.com

Due to overwhelming demand Eagles add second and final concert Due to overwhelming demand, the EAGLES - Don Henley, Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit, with Vince Gill – have added a second and final “Hotel California” 2023 Tour concert in Palm Springs, California on Saturday, February 25 for the Grand Opening Event in Acrisure Arena. Tickets go on sale Friday, November 11, at 10 a.m.m at ticketmaster.

com, the official ticket seller of Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs. The concert will feature the Hotel California album performed live in its entirety from start to finish, accompanied by an orchestra and choir. After a short intermission the band will perform a full set of their greatest hits. All shows will begin at 8 p.m.

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preheated oven for 50 minutes to an hour or until set and browned. EASY PECAN PRALINE SAUCE Yield: 2 1/2 cups Total Time: 7 minutes • 1 1/4 cups light brown sugar • 3/4 cup evaporated milk • 1 tablespoon butter • Pinch salt • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Pumpkin gives bread pudding a seasonal twist In a season traditionally overflowing with good things to eat, let’s add another entry to the dessert table, shall we? I’m talking about pumpkin bread pudding. This recipe elevates bread pudding to holiday worthy status. We’re adding pumpkin puree and warm spices to the bread pudding, then topping it with a velvety caramel pecan praline sauce to create bread pudding that’s bursting with flavors of the season. If pumpkin pie and bread pudding had a baby, it would be this! Not just for Thanksgiving, this versatile recipe makes any day a special occasion. It can be served either hot, warm or cold, and for dessert, breakfast, brunch or a snack. It’s also perfect to bring to a potluck or make as a gift for friends and neighbors. As always, my recipes are developed with low cost in mind. In this spirit, I’ve omitted the heavy cream found in most bread pud-

ding recipes and replaced it with a can of evaporated milk to add creamy richness. Please note we’re using evaporated milk, not sweetened condensed milk. You’ll use part of the can of evaporated milk in the pudding and the remainder in the sauce. Another part of the frugal appeal of this recipe is that it uses stale bread. Use bread you find on the “oops, we baked too much” rack. You can use loaves of breads like French, Italian or artisan breads. You also can use baguettes, challah, croissants, doughnuts, even cinnamon rolls. PUMPKIN BREAD PUDDING Yield: 12 servings Total Time: 70 minutes • 1 (one pound) loaf day old bread • 2 cups half and half or milk • 3/4 cup evaporated milk

• 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree •3/4 cup granulated sugar • 1/4 cup brown sugar • 3 tablespoons butter, melted • 4 eggs • 2 teaspoons vanilla • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray a 9 by 13 baking dish with cooking spray. Slice or tear the bread into small pieces and place them in the baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together the half and half, evaporated milk, pumpkin, sugars, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice and salt. Carefully pour this custard mixture over the bread pieces in the baking dish. Lightly press the bread down until it’s completely covered in the custard mixture. Let this rest for about 15 minutes to let the custard soak all the bread pieces. Bake in your

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the brown sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt. Cook, stirring the sauce until it is syrupy and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla and pecans. The sauce will thicken as it cools. Pour over bread pudding to serve. Bread pudding is a stellar example of simple ingredients coming together to make something greater than the sum of their parts. As I was making this, my niece suggested that since pumpkin is a vegetable and the pudding is mostly bread and eggs, she should be able to have it for dinner. Of course, I said yes. That’s because I’m the cool auntie. There will be plenty of time for eating properly. Tomorrow. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Morongo Basin Veterans’ tribute celebration The Town of Yucca Valley will host the Morongo Basin Veterans’ Tribute on November 11, on the north side of the Yucca Valley Community Center. The Tribute will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a Veterans’ Ceremony from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. A free breakfast will be provided by the Young Marines for veterans, military and public safety personnel and their families in the Senior Center at 8 a.m. The event consists of formal recognition of the country’s past and present military personnel. An ar-

ray of public safety and military vehicles and equipment will be on display with Miss Yucca Valley and 1st Princess welcoming participants. Mayor Jim Schooler will host the Veterans’ Ceremony which features a keynote address by U.S. Navy Captain, Chaplain Michael Foskett. Musical accompaniment will be provided by soloist and veteran, Horace Miller. At noon, live entertainment for the community bbq served by Elks Lodge 2314 of Yucca Valley will feature local band Desert Sol.

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Veterans Day ceremony at Joslyn Center The Joslyn Center is holding a Veterans Day Ceremony to honor our Veterans on Veterans Day, November 11, at 11:30 a.m. The free event will include the presentation of colors and National Anthem by the Palm Desert High School Color Guard and Choir. Jeffrey Cole, Commander of the Desert Hot Springs VFW Post 1534 will be our keynote speaker. Edward Johnson, a Purple Heart

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La Quinta Art Celebration showcases art and cuisine with mountain views

Vietnam Veteran will lead the honor of Veterans of all military branches. We will also be honoring one of our few remaining WW II Veterans, Joslyn member “Uncle John” who will be celebrating his 107th birthday. We will conclude with a special “fly over” provided by the Palm Springs Air Museum. Refreshments and birthday cupcakes will be served.

La Quinta Art Celebration Encore returns for year three to enchant guests with best-in-class artists, exceptional cuisine and beverages, top entertainers and a VIP experience set among the grassy knolls and water features of La Quinta Civic Center. The outdoor showcase will feature 200 artists in 11 categories from 31 states and six countries. Original art styles range from classical to whimsical and cover 2D and 3D mixed media, ceramics, drawing and pastel, fiber, glass, jewelry, painting, photography, sculpture and wood. Favorite artists displaying their works include Anna Choi, Diana Stetson, Red Wolf, Stephanie Saint-Thomas, and many other talents. This year’s musical entertainment will include Scott Carter,

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Michael Anthony Gagliardi, Del Lago Trio and The Art of Sax. Taste treats will include creations from DJ’s Louisiana Kitchen, Tack Room Tavern, The Greek, Brandini Toffee and Ice Cream and BBC Sandwich Shop, and multiple libation stations will be offered, including Margarita Island Bar, Oasis Lounge, Palm Bar, Celebration Bistro and more. The event is ranked as the #1 Fine Art & Fine Craft Art Event in the Nation 2022 by the Art Fair SourceBook. The La Quinta Art Celebration is held November 10-13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the La Quinta Civic Center, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta. Admission is $20 for one day, $30 for multi-day pass. Children under 12 free. Visit laquintaartcelebration.org for info.

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Upcoming events in the desert Weekly Beyond Van Gogh Immerse yourself in the world of Van Gogh like you’ve never experienced before in this unique multimedia experience, taking viewers on a journey through over 300 iconic artworks set to a symphonic score. Held every Tuesday through Sunday. 10 a.m. The Forum at Empire Polo Club, 81800 51st Avenue, Indio. vangoghpalmsprings.com November 10 Jazzville Step back in time to when all the cool cats came to play. Experience the hip vintage vibes that put Palm Springs on the map. Featuring Alex Mendham and his Orchestra. Agua Caliente Casino, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs. 888999-1995, sparesortcasino.com November 11 24th Annual Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade This year’s theme is “Honoring All Who Served” in our Armed Forces. Immediately following the event, the Palm Springs High School Spirit of the Sands Band will perform a post-parade patriotic concert on the corner of Palm Canyon Drive and Amado Road. Concert concludes with a fireworks

finale. Parade kicks off at 3:30 p.m. Palm Canyon Drive at Ramon Road, Palm Springs. palmspringsca.gov November 11 Rock the Plaza Palm Springs residents Spike Edney, tour Musical Director and keyboardist for legendary rock band Queen, Brian Ray, lead, rhythm, bass guitarist with Paul McCartney, and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Drummer Matt Sorum are joining forces to produce a spectacular benefit show to help save the Plaza Theatre featuring a stellar line-up of musicians. savetheplazatheatreps.com November 11 Joshua Tree National Park Free Entrance Day Come experience the national park! Entrance fee is free to everyone. 74485 National Park Dr., Twentynine Palms. nps.gov/jotr/index.htm November 11 Alohana: A Celebration of Tiki Culture Featuring Hawaiian themed events with a tiki marketplace, live entertainment, tropical cocktails and food. Noon to 5 p.m. Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs. facebook.com/alohanapalmsprings

November 11-13 Yucca Valley Film Festival The three day festival features three red carpets, exlusive screening events and A-list Hollywood guests, the festival will once again celebrate the love of cinema, and allow local audiences discover many movies and discuss directly with the filmakers. Yucca Valley Community Center, 57090 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley. yuccavalleyfilmfestival.com November 12 Bee Gees Gold The Tribute From the look to the sound, to each falsetto note that the Bee Gees were known for, you will close your eyes and think it’s Berry, Robin, and Maurice. 8 p.m. The Show, Agua Caliente Casino, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com November 12 Club 54 – Dance at the Pueblo This under the stars event featuring music from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s by legendary vocalist Keisha D, DJ’s Edward Noriega and “T” Gingerbear. $5 suggested donation. 4 to 8 p.m. Cabot’s Pueblo Museum, 67617 Desert View Avenue, Desert Hot Springs. diversitydhs.org

1. Black Adam (PG-13) Dwayne Johnson, Aldis Hodge 2. Ticket to Paradise (PG-13) George Clooney, Julie Roberts 3. Prey for the Devil (PG-13) Jacqueline Byers, Virginia Madsen 4. Smile (R) Sosie Bacon, Jessie T, Usher 5. Halloween Ends (R) Jamie Lee Curtis, Andi Matichak 6. Till (PG-13) Danielle Deadwyler, Jalyn Hall 7. Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile (PG) Constance Wu, Scoot McNairy 8. Terrifier 2 (NR) David Howard Thornton, Jenna Kanell 9. The Woman King (PG-13) Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu 10. Tar (R) Cate Blanchett, Noemie Merlant (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

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CVRep opens season with ‘The Humans’

Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Festival features powerful authenticity

Coachella Valley Repertory (CVRep) opens its 2022-2023 Season with “The Humans” directed by CVRep’s new Executive Artistic Director, Adam Karsten. This one-act family drama is an absolute must-see. Charles Isherwood of the NY Times called it “[a] blisteringly funny, bruisingly sad and altogether wonderful play.” The middle-class Blake family from Scranton, PA celebrates Thanksgiving dinner at their daughter’s Lower Manhattan apartment, which she shares with her boyfriend. Mr. Blake’s elderly mother and the Blakes’ old-

er daughter join. They navigate through the angst and anguish, quirky and sometimes hilarious, conflicts of real family life. Audiences may find the characters’ self-consciously familiar. Performances are Tuesdays through Sundays, November 8-13 and November 15-20. Curtain time for evening performances Wednesday through Saturday is 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Single tickets and subscriptions may be ordered online at www. coachellavalleyrepertory.org, by calling 760-296-2966, ext. 115.

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The 10th anniversary celebration of the Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Festival will feature three days of traditional and contemporary jazz and world music. Performers will pay homage to The Great American Songbook for LGBTQ and general audiences. Fans can prepare for some serious star power, starting with critically acclaimed artist Lea Delaria, known for her SAG awardwinning role as Carrie ‘Big Boo’ Black in the Netflix hit series “Orange Is the New Black.” Multi Grammy Award nominee Nnenna Freelon has performed at The White House and inspires listeners through her new recording, “Time Traveler.” Grammy nominated artist Cyrille Aimee went from singing on street corners

in Europe to appearing on the world’s most prominent stages. Sneaking out to sing in gypsy encampments while growing up in her native France, she now thrills on The Great White Way. New this year will be The Art Faire, a Salute to Female Artisans (free) on Saturday, followed by Ledisi Saturday night. Be sure not to miss the Divas of the Desert breakfast on Sunday as well as after parties following the concerts (check website for schedules and locations). Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Festival held November 11-13 at the Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs. For tickets and schedule visit tinyurl.com/3zwry8x9 or call 760-416-3545.

St. Martin in the Fields Church 72348 Larrea Avenue, Twentynine Palms 760-367-7133 facebook.com/stmartins29

Lighthouse Christian Center 5475 Sunburst Street, Joshua Tree 760-366-2466 jtlighthouse.com

St. Mary’s of the Valley 7495 Church St., Yucca Valley 760-367-2287 Saturday service at 4 p.m. Sunday service at 8, 9:30 and 11 (in Spanish)

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Interesting facts about Veterans Day Each November, individuals across the United States gather to remember and honor the brave men and women who devoted their lives to maintaining the freedoms U.S. residents continue to enjoy. Veterans Day is celebrated on November 11 and pays tribute to all American veterans — including the living and deceased — but especially thanks the living veterans who served honorably during war or peacetime, according to History.com. Veterans Day originally was known as Armistice Day, which was established to commemorate the end of World War I. In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower officially changed the name of the holiday to Veterans Day in an

effort to recognize all veterans. That name change is just one of many interesting facts about Veterans Day. • November 11, 1918, was largely considered the end of the “war to end all wars,” even though the Treaty of Versailles, which officially ended World War I, was signed roughly seven months later on June 28, 1919. • While Veterans Day is an American holiday, Canada, Great Britain, Australia, and France also honor the veterans of World War I and World War II on or near November 11th. Canada celebrates Remembrance Day, while Britain observes Remembrance Sunday each year on the second Sunday of November.

• Data from the Department of Veterans Affairs says there are around 19 million U.S. veterans as of 2021. • Gulf War-era veterans now account for the largest percentage of all U.S. veterans, surpassing the number of Vietnam War-era veterans by almost two million, according to the VA. • Memorial Day is a time to remember those who died in battle or from wounds suffered in battle. However, Veterans Day honors all of the people who served their country, including both living and deceased veterans. • The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates women make up approximately 10 per-

cent of the veteran population. By 2025, that number is expected to climb to 12 percent. • In 2016, President Barack Obama signed the Veterans Day Moment of Silence Act. At 3:11 p.m. (Atlantic Standard Time) on Veterans Day, a moment of silence is observed and continues for 120 seconds. • The last living American WWI veteran died in 2011. His name was Frank Buckles. • The U.S. Census Bureau indicates the percentage of the American population with military experience is on the decline. In 2018, about 7 percent of U.S. adults were veterans, down from 18 percent in 1980.

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A monk walks into a beer garden ... It’s always amazing what thieves think they can get away with, especially when the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Inspector General starts looking their way. Here are two instances where the thieves really should have known better. When the Covid pandemic assistance money was handed out to businesses for economic disaster in 2020, two people figured that would be an excellent way

to grab funds for their nonprofit religious organizations. One was an Orthodox Christian monk and the other was an attorney. After multiple fraudulent applications, they eventually made off with $3.5 million. One-third of the money was used for a property they were turning into a monas-

tic complex, complete with chapel, brewery and beer garden, not to mention an audio system and antique furniture. The monk, who’d taken a vow of poverty, additionally purchased a $40,000 Swiss watch. Those who reviewed and approved the applications should have been clued in by the name of the monastic property: Shrine of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, Patron of Sailors, Brewers & Repentant Thieves. At this writing, the pair has been released on a comparatively tiny $10,000 bond after arraignment. A Texas woman didn’t nab as much cash, but the circumstances are still despicable. The woman and her husband claimed VA and SSA disability money because they said that the veteran had an active duty injury that left him paralyzed

from the waist down. They’d been given an adapted home by a nonprofit group, a specially equipped vehicle and money. A thumbsup to the local news, however, for their investigation after being sent a video of the veteran walking around the neighborhood and playing basketball. The veteran died in federal custody while awaiting trial, but his spouse was found guilty of mail fraud, wire fraud, healthcare fraud, theft of government funds and more. At sentencing she faces 20 years for each wire and mail fraud charge, 10 years on each health care fraud charge and theft of funds and five years for each false statement related to a health care matter. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

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All offers of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory drug and alcohol testing, physical exam, motor vehicle record, and reference check. HDWD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Construction and Electrical Services

Full home service and repair, bathroom and kitchen remodeling, Electrical troubleshoot and repair, Main panel upgrades, Can light and ceiling fan install, interior and exterior painting, Plumbing repairs, Flood damage repair, Slab leak repairs, concrete and more...

10% senior or military discount To get started Call Jim 760-774-8609

Application Deadline: Thursday, November 10, 2022, 5:30 p.m. Hourly Rate: Minimum $33.93 - Maximum $46.86 Type: Full-time position with benefits.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, 2 years of experience in performing purchasing, warehousing, and/or inventory control work, and 1 year of experience in maintenance. Previous experience within the Water or Wastewater industry desirable.

“we do grading”

SERVICES

License #856762

DRYWALL

MOBILE HOME REPAIRS Volunteer Public Advisory Committee Positions Available

FENCING

PAINTING

Chain Link, Field Fencing, Wood Fence, Horse Corrals, Ornamental Iron and Electric Gates

Wright Painting Company Inc. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR CUSTOM PAINTING

CALL JOSH TODAY! (760) 668-3525

Lic.# 896477

TREASURE HELP WANTED HUNT

HI-DESERT WATER DISTRICT

LICENSED & INSURED CA LIC.# 1028775

LIC # 911873

HELP WANTED

LIC 880070

Insured

FIREWOOD

Residential and Commercial Custom Painting Color Matching • Staining • Lacquering • Varnishing Faux Finishes • Decorative Metal Finishes Decorative Epoxy Flooring • Concrete Staining Clear Coating & much more!

CHECK US OUT at wrightpaintinginc.com

Free Estimates Locally Owned Servicing the High & Low Deserts for over 18 years

Avocado • Eucalyptus Oak • Mix • Citrus

951-487-8508 760-282-7163

Jon Wright

CELL (760) 267-1849 FAX (760) 369-1972

jonkwright@yahoo.com

We Deliver

Lic. #1005687 • Insured & Bonded

FLOORING

QUALITY PAINTING • Interior & Exterior • Residential & Commercial • Excellent Prep

Lic.#979214 Bonded & Insured

Brian Sargeant • 760-365-2538 ROOFING

Johnson Roofing “We are on top of your roof” Michael Johnson Free Estimates

Ph. 760-361-2069 Cell 760-835-9132

The Hi-Desert Water District is recruiting residents residing in the Hi-Desert Water District service area to serve on the Public Advisory Committee. The committee has been inactive due to the pandemic. The committee will meet each month, or as needed to serve in an advisory role on matters identified by the Board and staff for committee input including major projects, policies, rates, water resource planning, Watermaster, water conservation, and community engagement activities. The membership is designed to reflect the knowledge and interest of major affected constituencies: ratepayers, businesses, special interest groups, senior citizens, environmental advocacy, the engineering, and construction industries, etc. There are several seats available at this time. This is expected to be a two-year commitment. Application and resume are requested to be received by Hi-Desert Water District no later than 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. Applications will be received on an ongoing basis to fill vacancies as needed. For more information and the application form, please contact Codi Mix, Board Secretary and Community Outreach Coordinator at (760) 228-6285 or email codim@hdwd.com. Information is also available at www.hdwd.com.

HELP WANTED

MOVING SALE

HIRING DRIVERS IMMEDIATELY On call positions PT/FT Min wage + tips mil/sr welcome Desert Sun Cab 760-475-2310

1187 OWS, YV Appliances, furniture, antiques, misc items Nov. 11th, 12th, & 13th 8 am - 4 pm

COMPUTER & IT TRAINING PROGRAM! Train ONLINE to get the skills to become a Computer & Help Desk Professional now! Grants and Scholarships available for certain programs for qualified applicants. Call CTI for details! 1-877-806-0935 (M-F 8am-6pm ET). Computer with internet is required. (CalSCAN) Experienced flooring installer wanted ASAP. Materials supplied, installation only Larry: (480) 276 4176 HANDY MAN needed to service properties between YV & 29 Palms. Call Larry @ 480276-4176

HOMES 4 RENT

Lic# 910927

Now accepting credit cards

HANDYMAN

TILE

Shumate’s Tile • Quality Work • Roofing • Swamp Coolers • Painting • Yard Work • Clean Up & Hauling • Rental Property Clean Out & Refurbishing

20 Yrs exp. (unlic) • FREE ESTIMATES • Refs. Avail.

Call me!

760-780-2540

A Better Value Quality Craftsmanship No Short Cuts Serving The Hi-Desert for 32 yrs. Free Estimates, Free Design Consultations

(760) 228-1958 Cell (760) 333-5981 LIC. #745888

29 Palms Apartments & Mobile Homes One Bedroom. $750. 760.699.4488

SERVICES DRY WALL- Neat, Clean, Quick! Drywall, Ceilings, Popcorn Textures, Stucco, Paint, Plumb, Elec. Wizard of Walls. 760-220-7499

PAINTING - Interior and Exterior Custom Painting. Residential and Commercial. Wright Painting Company Inc. CALL Jon 760-267-1849 All Prep Painting!! Residential and Commercial. Licensed, bonded & Insured! Over 30 years of experience! Call 760-464-2909

WANTED $$$ ANTIQUES, ART, MILITARY ITEMS, Watches, Musical Instruments, Old Photos, Jewelry, LOCAL. I'LLTRAVEL 2 U! 760-819-2979 or 619-665-8073

I BUY VINTAGE M U S I C A L INSTRUMENTS! Guitars, ukes, violins, banjos, drums, horns, electric pianos, stereo equipment, records, synths, amps, mics, ETC. Have cash. Will travel. 760-885-1066 ELECTRONICS

CONCRETE -All phases of Concrete. Concrete stamping Walkways/ Driveways Grading. Comm. & Res. Dillon Concrete 760-362-3196

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GARAGE SALE

TILE- Shumate’s Tile. Better Value! Quality work. No short cuts. 20+yrs. Design and Consult. Renderings, Lowest Bid! 760-228-1958

Yard Sale Apache Mobile Home Park, Multi Family 56254 29 Palms Hwy Nov 11th & 12th 9 am - 3 pm Tools, sports equipment, furniture, art, misc. items

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