by By Bob Marra | Jul 9, 2024 | Economic Development, Featured, Government, Hospitality & Tourism
In a landmark move to bolster regional tourism and economic development, the City of Coachella has officially joined the Visit Greater Palm Springs Joint Powers Authority (VGPS JPA). The VGPS JPA recently approved JPA Resolution No. 2024-007, marking a significant...
by By Bob Marra | Jul 8, 2024 | Business and Development Briefs, Retail
The Palm Springs City Council has approved a resolution that grants a Type 20 liquor license to a new Walmart fuel station and convenience store. This approval, finalized during the City Council meeting on June 27, 2024, marks a crucial step forward for the project,...
by By Bob Marra | Jul 6, 2024 | Environment, Featured, Recreation, Regulation
The Chuckwalla National Monument proposal, a pivotal conservation initiative in the California desert, has gained substantial traction, drawing support from tribal leaders, key elected officials, and community members. On Saturday, May 18, Secretary of the Interior...
by By Bob Marra | Jun 26, 2024 | Attractions, Economic Impact, Entertainment, Featured
Visit Greater Palm Springs has unveiled the profound economic influence of Acrisure Arena, as outlined in a recent Economic Impact Report by Tourism Economics. The report underscores the substantial role of Acrisure Arena, the latest live entertainment hub in Greater...
by By Bob Marra | Jun 26, 2024 | Economy, Featured, Housing
The housing market in Greater Palm Springs presents a multifaceted picture as we delve into the data from May 2024. The Desert Housing Report, produced by Market Watch LLC for the Greater Palm Springs Realtors (GPSR) and the California Desert Association of Realtors...
