by By Bob Marra | Nov 26, 2023 | Business and Development Briefs, Media
The bottom line: The rise of digital media and technology has transformed the way we access our news and entertainment. The short story: The transition of the news industry away from print, television, and radio into digital spaces has caused huge disruptions in...
by By Bob Marra | Nov 26, 2023 | Attractions, Economy, Featured
A study by Tourism Economics found the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens – one of the premier recreational and cultural attractions in the Greater Palm Springs region – has a total annual economic impact of $148 million with more than 616,000 guests during the 2022-2023...
by By Bob Marra | Nov 21, 2023 | Featured, Housing
The latest California Desert Association of Realtors (CDAR) October housing report for the Coachella Valley is chock full of local market news. The short story: Local housing prices and inventory are up while sales continue to decline. Read more: Watching Coachella...
by By Bob Marra | Nov 20, 2023 | Economy, Hospitality & Tourism, Public Sector News
The economic impact of tourism from national parks is undeniable. These national treasures, in addition to luring millions to their unique beauty and recreational opportunities, bring large numbers of jobs and spending to the local areas in which they are located. A...
by By Bob Marra | Nov 20, 2023 | Entrepreneurship, Featured, Public Sector News
The City of Palm Desert has announced that it has entered a new partnership with the California State University San Bernardino School of Entrepreneurship to operate the City’s iHub, a technology-focused business incubator that first opened in November 2021. The...