The owner of La Quinta’s first food truck park says the endeavor is a major success but the project is running on borrowed time the park may have to stop operations."We did get a temporary use permit for 18 months for La Quinta Landing," said Newman where families gather to enjoy lunch in the sun they've already facilitated over 5,000 customers," explained Newman the owner and operator of Birrieria Sinaloa says his truck has become a popular fixture in the village Our customers are really happy.”Newman has owned Pedego Electric Bikes in La Quinta for ten years along with the food truck operators all say the project has been a major success without competing with the businesses that currently operate downtown."The city has has an ordinance against food trucks which they were willing to do a temporary use permit for me to be able to prove that this concept is successful," said Newman "And so we're at that point now where I think we've exceeded what they wanted It's way bigger than I ever thought it would be We have different customers here than the restaurants do but the customers will wander into town and spend money in the Village after visiting the food trucks the owner of Aldo’s Mexican Food truck agrees “A lot of families eat from here too," said Avalos "And we're getting known out here with the whole community and we're really appreciative about that.” But as the end of the temporary use permit draws near Newman is hoping to make the food truck park a permanent fixture "I'm at a point now where I'm willing to spend a lot more money and invest a lot more time and really do the project to the level of which it deserves and we're just in the process of getting all that stuff done now,” said Newman."We're trying to get the community to be on our side because people really like us here," said Gastelum "So we don't want this to end in September.However waiting to know the fate of the food truck park which remains in the hands of the city "We all know that temporary means temporary "So we didn't over extend our budget to getting too crazy by spending money on something that could very well not last Newman says he has huge pans for the property in the future including live music movie nights– and later night bites."We know there's a demand for live music We know there's a demand for the village to maybe have a place that stays open a tad bit later "So we look forward to the future of not only having just food trucks but having an actual area for the community to meet and just kind of a community hub where people can meet and bring families and dogs and strollers and babies and ride bikes News Channel Three will continue to follow this story as well as local business owners in the area Tori King joined KESQ News Channel 3 as a reporter and anchor in October 2023. 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Civic Center Campus Park and to original adobe homes with beautiful courtyards when I learned that the history of both the city and the resort is deep nurtured from a kernel of a developer’s idea then discovered by vacationing movie stars whose contracts forbade them from going farther than two hours from Los Angeles It’s where Ginger Rogers held her fourth wedding where Frank Capra wrote It’s a Wonderful Life where Coachella and Stagecoach music festivalgoers frolic every April and where golfers play some of the most beautiful courses in the world As Coachella runs from April 11-20 and Stagecoach gears up for its April 25-27 festival the place to hang your hat and have a whole lot of fun is La Quinta Biking is a popular past time in La Quinta - there's so much to see and do in Old Town and beyond an establishment that despite its posh façade serves up delightfully casual snacks like chips and soft pretzels If you enjoy hiking, trek out to the trailhead of Cove to Lake Trail I highly recommend an early morning hike – this trail is entirely exposed to the sun so you will appreciate kicking out at least half of it before the desert heat descends on your brow An early start also increases your chances of seeing the bighorn sheep that make this area their home you’ll still enjoy the surrounding Santa Rosa mountain vistas especially as they reflect off the water of Lake Cahuilla named after the indigenous people who found and settled in this part of California and lush greens make for beautiful days on the fairway Finally, the small but mighty La Quinta Museum is worthy of a visit Its displays bring to life the history of La Quinta from the life of the early Cahuillas to the development of the desert oasis we see today You’ll learn about the origin of the city name (spoiler alert: it comes from the La Quinta Resort & Club that started it all) and the famous people who frequented both the hotel and the city bringing attention to a town that might otherwise have gone unnoticed The casitas at La Quinta Resort & Club blend into the desert landscape and feature courtyards and patios that bring the outdoors in To really embrace the history of this city, stay in its namesake, the La Quinta Resort & Club Reserve a casita with a view of one of the 42 pools that dot the property and be sure to dine at every restaurant on the grounds – you just can’t go wrong at any of them the resort debuted its first adults-only pool an ultra-relaxing setting with a full bar and a market where you can grab a panini or snacks splurge on the Citrus Escape body treatment a sugar scrub followed by a Vichy shower and topped off with a massage Note: The walk to the spa is one of the most beautiful you will take And do not ask for your check until you’ve indulged in the caramel cheesecake 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts introduced its highly anticipated La Quinta by Wyndham brand to the Georgian market opening the beachside La Quinta® by Wyndham Batumi in one of the fastest-growing travel destinations on the Black Sea coast Often referred to as the "Pearl of the Black Sea" Batumi is renowned for its vibrant blend of modern and historical architecture subtropical climate and rich culinary scene and Batumi is leading the way as one of the country's top travel hotspots thanks to its stunning Black Sea coastline and vibrant city vibe Georgia welcomed 7.4 million international visitors marking a 4.2% increase from the previous year. La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi is ideally positioned as a premium choice for tourists business travellers and digital nomads alike seeking a blend of quality "Wyndham's mission is simple: make hotel travel accessible for all and that means growing where travellers are going Georgia has become an increasingly important destination in the region with tourism continuing to thrive year after year Introducing the La Quinta by Wyndham brand here marks a meaningful step in deepening our presence in this dynamic market We see tremendous long-term potential in Georgia and remain committed to expanding our footprint across the country as part of our broader EMEA growth strategy." Perfectly situated just steps from the soft sands of Batumi Beach and only two kilometers from Batumi International Airport this hotel puts you right in the heart of the action or take in the city's top attractions like the iconic Ali and Nino Statue the Dancing Fountains and the elegant Colonnades - all just minutes away offers a wide range of rooms from king and twin rooms through to suites catering to every type of traveller and party size Convenience and comfort are key with on-site parking steam room and massage room as well as an international restaurant and a sophisticated bar serving signature drinks like the 'La Quinta Sunrise' warm tones and vibrant pops of colour throughout promise a tranquil atmosphere and relaxing stay "La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi marks an exciting milestone to bring a globally recognised brand to the region's dynamic market offering a premium hotel that international travellers already know and trust Wyndham is unrivaled when it comes to technology guest experience and its loyalty programme and shares our like-minded vision for the Batumi market which is already emerging as a leading travel destination in Europe diverse landscapes and growing tourism infrastructure." There are more than 900 La Quinta by Wyndham hotels globally friendly service and an exceptional guest experience that keeps travellers waking up on the bright side with a growing portfolio across the EMEA region in Türkiye and the UAE La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi is the latest addition to Wyndham's portfolio in Georgia where Wyndham is a leading international hotel company with seven hotels and five brands across the country To learn more about La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi, or to make a reservation, visit LQ.com Images associated with this release can be downloaded here. 1 https://www.gbc.ge/public/en/news/Economics-news/in-2024-the-number-of-arrivals-of-international-non-resident-travellers-42-higher-y-o-y Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) today announced results for the three months ended March 31 Highlights include: Global openings of 15,000.. the world's largest hotel franchising company with 25 global brands and approximately 9,300 hotels Travel Hotels and Resorts Corporate Expansion Do not sell or share my personal information: (This story has been updated with new information.) A businessman and former NFL agent died Wednesday days after he fell off a golf cart reportedly driven by his friend and longtime client The Riverside County coroner reported that 62-year-old Jeff Sperbeck died at 1:10 a.m Wednesday morning at Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs The celebrity news website TMZ reported Wednesday that Sperbeck suddenly fell off the back of a cart on Saturday hit his head and was brought to the hospital The coroner reported that Sperbeck was injured at 7:05 p.m The Riverside County Sheriff's Department confirmed to The Desert Sun Wednesday that it has opened an investigation into the incident The department said it was informed of the fall on Monday A Cal Fire spokesperson also confirmed it was called out to the location of the club regarding a patient who had fallen off a golf cart and was ultimately transported to a hospital their wives and Elway's son were attending a "post-Stagecoach" party at the club Sperbeck and Elway launched a winery called 7Cellars together Sperbeck worked for multiple decades for sports agencies whose clients included former quarterbacks Jim Plunkett and Trent Dilfer and wide receiver Brandin Cooks according to a 2018 article in San Francisco's Knob Hill Gazette who played his entire pro football career with the Denver Broncos is considered to be among the best quarterbacks in NFL history After playing college football at Stanford University he was drafted in 1983 and played 16 years for the team He led the Broncos to five Super Bowl appearances and victories in Super Bowls XXXII and XXXIII in the 1997 and 1998 seasons He was elected for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2004 He later became an executive with the Broncos and was with the team when it won Super Bowl 50 Elway is also known in Denver for his business activities which once included a chain of car dealerships and a group of high-end steakhouses Elway released a statement, according to ESPN saying he was “absolutely devastated and heartbroken by the passing of my close friend There are no words to truly express the profound sadness I feel with the sudden loss of someone who has meant so much to me My heart and deepest sympathies go out to Jeff’s wife Sam and Jackson; and everyone who knew and loved him Jeff will be deeply missed for the loyalty friendship and love he brought into my life and the lives of so many others.” The Madison Club is a high-profile private 18-hole country club in La Quinta with a main entrance off of Avenue 52 in La Quinta close to the festival grounds for both the Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals Madison Club is a nationally recognized course It is also noted for high-profile celebrity members through the years including members of the reality television family Kardashians Apple CEO Tim Cook and supermodel Cindy Crawford Sperbeck was pronounced dead Tuesday just after 1 a.m at Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs Elway was reportedly driving the golf cart at the time of the accident witnesses told News Channel 3 Sports Director Blake Arthur Elway released a statement after Sperbeck's death Wednesday afternoon, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter “I am absolutely devastated and heartbroken by the passing of my close friend The Riverside County Sheriff's Office told News Channel 3 that they launched an investigation into the accident on Monday "The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office is committed to conducting a thorough investigation into the death of Sperbeck and will take appropriate action based on the outcome," reads an RSO press release is reportedly on life support after a golf cart accident involving the Hall of Fame quarterback at the Madison Club in La Quinta News Channel 3 Sports Director Blake Arthur spoke exclusively with a witness to the aftermath of the incident EXCLUSIVE: Eyewitness details events of golf cart accident over the weekend in La Quinta involving NFL legend John Elway and longtime agent/business partner Jeff Sperbeck who is in critical care at this time. @KESQ pic.twitter.com/iU17lX18Md CAL FIRE confirmed its crews responded to a golf cart collision on Saturday at the 53200 block of Humboldt Boulevard "It was a reported fall from a golf cart and the patient was transported to a local area trauma center in unknown condition," a CAL FIRE spokesperson told News Channel 3 TMZ reports that Sperbeck was rushed to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs we're told doctors have informed his family there's no hope he will recover .. and he's being kept on life support while docs prepare to harvest his organs for donation," reads the TMZ report that Elway was on the golf cart during the accident They are also reporting that Elway may have been the driver We reached out to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office for information on this incident a spokesperson said the agency did not receive any calls for service in that area on Saturday The Sheriff's Office confirmed to News Channel 3 that they were made aware of the accident on Monday and have launched an investigation Sperbeck has represented over 100 NFL players throughout his 30-year career as a football agent and business advisor Sports Director Blake Arthur joined the KESQ/CBS Local 2 team in August of 2015. Learn more about Blake here (KESQ)  - Over $100,000 worth of personal belongings The Riverside County Sheriff's Department said it's investigating multiple thefts reported at La Quinta Resort & Club during the first weekend of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival One victim said at least 9 people were hit and together they lost over $100,000 worth of valuables Several guests contacted News Channel 3 saying they returned to their rooms after the festival to find their belongings missing including vintage handbags a Riverside County Sheriff’s Department spokesperson confirmed law enforcement is investigating multiple thefts from separate locations on the resort property Chris George Area Director of Marketing with La Quinta Resort & Club said: “The safety and security of our hotel guests and team members is our top priority  As soon as we were made aware of claims of theft at the resort we immediately engaged local law enforcement and have been actively working alongside authorities we are unable to provide further information on the ongoing investigation but are committed to a swift resolution for all that may be impacted We believe this to be an isolated incident and took immediate action to eliminate a further risk.” Heather Aune told News Channel 3 she experienced a similar theft at the same resort during Stagecoach Festival weekend last year "I told them a year ago about this and I can't believe now there's all these reports of additional burglaries," Aune said "Nobody took me serious last year and they totally blew me off." At least one group told News Channel 3 they booked their accommodations at the resort through a Goldenvoice travel package which bundles GA or VIP festival passes with hotel stays and shuttle transportation News Channel 3 has reached out to Goldenvoice for comment and is still waiting for answers Mayor Linda Evans said the city is not involved in the investigation and that it is being handled by law enforcement Stay with News Channel 3 for continuing updates in this developing story LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) - Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco said there doesn't appear to be signs of any criminal activity in the golf cart accident that killed Jeff Sperbeck, longtime agent of NFL legend John Elway The accident happened Saturday afternoon at the 53200 block of Humboldt Boulevard Sperbeck was rushed to Desert Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced dead early Tuesday morning Bianco shared a statement with News Channel 3's Karen Devine on Friday: “While the investigation is not yet completed there is nothing we have learned to indicate this is anything other than a tragic accident.” UPDATE: La Quinta Death Investigation The investigation is ongoing and has not been completed, but at this point, there is nothing to indicate that this is anything more than a tragic accident.The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office pic.twitter.com/z8oATNrNXI Bianco expanded on the investigation in an interview with the Denver Post on Friday where he stated that medical personnel at the scene did not find evidence that Elway was inebriated at the time of the accident There were no specific details as to how medical personnel reached that conclusion Bianco added that the Sheriff's Office is reviewing surveillance footage and witness testimony The Riverside County Sheriff's Office did not respond to the scene as Bianco told the Denver Post that first responders didn't immediately flag RSO for any sort of investigatation The agency confirmed to News Channe 3 that they were made aware of the accident on Monday then launched their investigation TMZ reports that Elway was seen at a party two hours before the accident Steinberg issued a statement on behalf of his client “This has been a terrible time for everyone involved and our hearts continue to go out to the Sperbeck family we appreciate the efforts of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department The investigation has confirmed what we already knew: this was a tragic accident and sometimes things happen in life that we will never comprehend.” Stay with News Channel 3 for any updates on the investigation 2025 11:51PMJohn Elway's former agent has died several days after falling from a golf cart driven by the Hall of Fame quarterback in La Quinta.Former NFL star John Elway's longtime business partner and former agent died Wednesday after reportedly falling from a golf cart died Wednesday after an accident Saturday evening in La Quinta the Riverside County Coroner confirmed to ABC News "I am absolutely devastated and heartbroken by the passing of my close friend business partner and agent Jeff Sperbeck," Elway said in a statement to ESPN "There are no words to truly express the profound sadness I feel with the sudden loss of someone who has meant so much to me My heart and deepest sympathies go out to Jeff's wife friendship and love he brought into my life and the lives of so many others." The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL Fire) responded to a 911 call about a person falling from a golf cart on the 53200 block of Humboldt Blvd in La Quinta Emergency personnel transported the injured person to a nearby trauma center with serious injuries Elway was driving the golf cart during the incident ABC has attempted to reach out to representatives for Elway "The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is committed to conducting a thorough investigation into the death of Sperbeck and will take appropriate action based on the outcome," Riverside County Sheriff said on Wednesday The sheriff's office wasn't notified until Monday about the incident that happened on Saturday Sources familiar with the matter tell ABC News the investigation is in its preliminary stages Because the incident occurred in a private community and involved a golf cart rather than a regular vehicle spent his entire 16-year NFL career with the Denver Broncos leading the team to two Super Bowl victories The NFL star later served as the Broncos' general manager and executive vice president before transitioning to a consultant role Sperbeck had represented over 100 football players in his 30-year career as an NFL agent LONDON—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts introduced its La Quinta by Wyndham brand to the Georgian market opening the beachside La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi and Batumi is leading the way as a travel hotspot marking a 4.2 percent increase from the previous year La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi is positioned as a premium choice for tourists “Wyndham’s mission is simple: make hotel travel accessible for all and that means growing where travellers are going,” said Dimitris Manikis “Georgia has become an increasingly important destination in the region We see tremendous long-term potential in Georgia and remain committed to expanding our footprint across the country as part of our broader EMEA growth strategy.” Located steps from the soft sands of Batumi Beach and near Batumi International Airport this hotel puts guests close to popular restaurants and attractions like the iconic Ali and Nino Statue offers a range of rooms from king and twin rooms through to suites and a bar serving signature drinks like the ‘La Quinta Sunrise’  “La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi marks an exciting milestone to bring a globally recognised brand to the region’s dynamic market offering a premium hotel that international travellers already know and trust,” said Mamuka Makharadze “Wyndham is unrivaled when it comes to technology We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze how you use this website and provide the 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the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns Wyndham Hotels & Resorts introduced its highly anticipated La Quinta by Wyndham brand to the Georgian market Batumi is renowned for its vibrant blend of modern and historical architecture marking a 4.2% increase from the previous year La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi is ideally positioned as a premium choice for tourists To learn more about La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi, or to make a reservation, visit LQ.com Hotel website Brand OwnerWyndham Hotels & Resorts — In a move to address the ongoing housing crisis in Palm Beach County commissioners approved a plan on Tuesday to convert the La Quinta hotel on Okeechobee Boulevard into permanent housing for seniors and veterans aged 55 and older WPTV's Joel Lopez dug into the details of this initiative clarifying that the La Quinta will not serve as a homeless shelter WATCH: In-depth look into how La Quinta Inn will be converted into housing for seniors it aims to prevent homelessness among a vulnerable population—seniors and veterans who may be facing eviction or financial hardship The facility will offer 114 rooms of housing ensuring that those who have served our country and the elderly have a safe and stable environment This decision comes after extensive debate and some pushback from neighboring residents who have voiced concerns about safety and the nature of the project Residents expressed worries about potential safety issues with incoming residents there needs to be an issue resolved for the homeless "There's still going to be a bleedover into the community of Century Village." Concerns over the impact on the Century Village community were echoed by others who fear that the project could be detrimental to their hard-earned quality of life "We're also seniors and we work hard for what we have it's going to be detrimental to Century Village," said Louis Perez the county officials assured that all housing applicants would undergo background checks and screenings Only Palm Beach County residents will be allowed to apply and county staff is working to finalize the details on how long you need to have lived in the county to qualify the facility will be staffed with two security guards on-site 24/7 to ensure safety and security for all residents this is for folks that may be losing the housing they're in because of cost," said Mayor Maria Marino According to the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County nearly 330 seniors over the age of 60 faced eviction last year This initiative not only provides immediate accommodation but also serves as a lifeline to those who may otherwise find themselves homeless Commissioner Marci Woodward pointed out that "these are people who are facing losing their current living situation and moving to the streets or living in their car," highlighting the urgency of this housing solution The La Quinta rooms average 366 square feet Residents will undergo annual reassessments to ensure affordability The total investment for the conversion project is pegged at approximately $20.6 million County staff noted that constructing a new facility would exceed an additional $10 million without factoring in the elusive cost of finding and purchasing suitable land.Additionally a new construction project could take 3 to 4 years to complete making the La Quinta renovation a faster option for addressing pressing needs Nearly 30% of Palm Beach County's population comprising seniors—many on fixed incomes struggling with the rising costs of living The current economic climate has seen a 20% increase in homeowner insurance from 2021 to 2023 further straining the budgets of many seniors Recent Point in Time data reveals there are 121 homeless veterans in the county and the local government is committed to partnering with organizations to ensure effective operations at the new La Quinta initiative Despite support from several commissioners a long-time advocate for housing solutions expressed opposition to converting a motel into housing for veterans and seniors That's not what you do for our veterans and that's not what you do for our seniors advocating instead for the construction of mini-cottages in industrial areas County staff is also evaluating similar projects including the potential conversion of a Ramada hotel off Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard emphasizing the need for ongoing solutions in the housing sector Staff also mentioned there are 5 to 6 other local hotels that are being considered to assist with the need for housing The 114-rooms will be converted into 370-square-foot efficiencies The project received the minimum needed for approval as a supermajority that was required to purchase the hotel on Okeechobee Boulevard near Florida's Turnpike Even the commissioners who supported the purchase had concerns over the cost and the requirement that the county will pay the hotel owner's franchise fee of $2 million But the need for such housing to prevent veterans and seniors from becoming homeless outweighed those issues for the five commissioners who supported the purchase Century Village residents urged that another location be found saying they supported the goals of the project but that they were concerned about the effect it would have on their property values They also said they were worried about the low-income residents affecting their community of more than 10,000 The county staff assured county commissioners that the tenants would be carefully screened to ensure successful placements They would all undergo criminal background checks and the 24-hour security on site would make the hotel safer than it currently is They also assured Century Village residents that they would meet monthly with them to obtain input from them as to any negative impacts The first tenants are expected to move into the hotel within six months This is a developing story. Check back to www.PalmBeachPost.com for updates (KESQ) — Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle collision at a Circle K in the 78000 block of Calle Tampico early Tuesday morning The crash happened at approximately 12:40 a.m they discovered a vehicle inside the building authorities determined the driver was not under the influence When News Channel 3 arrived on scene the vehicle had been pulled out of the building and the business was closed Tuesday's clash of the undefeated DEL softball titans between La Quinta and Shadow Hills was the game everyone's been waiting for and it only took one batter for the Blackhawks to set the tone La Quinta's Victoria Guzman slapped a roller down the line and the Knights' third baseman hurried her throw and sailed it over the first baseman's head As the ball rolled into the right field corner Guzman sped around the bases for a run and a 1-0 lead The Knights made a few nervy errors and La Quinta was there to capitalize every time The end result was a 5-0 win for the Blackhawks who drew first blood in the first of three games between the league's elite teams "It was a very exciting game and there was a lot leading up to it and I was so proud of my team and I think everyone showed all their capabilities," said La Quinta starting pitcher Abbygail Varela "This is all we've been practicing for so it just feels great to come out with the win It was nerve-wracking but kept reminding myself to take deep breaths and have faith in myself." La Quinta not only avoided the mistakes that plagued Shadow Hills in this one but made a handful of highlight-reel defensive plays to keep the Knights off the board Varela finished with 10 strikeouts and yielded four hits and importantly did not walk a batter in the win She made a pair of great defensive plays herself snaring a line drive and turning it into a double play and later stabbing another comebacker for a big out Her teammates came through with solid defense all night including two defensive gems in particular to stymie potential Knights' rallies a double by Annabelle Alvarez and an error put runners on first and third with two outs and Shadow Hills trailing 3-0 Amariah Rodriguez hit a long fly ball down the line in right field tailing into foul ground when La Quinta's Analia Jacobo made a long Then the play of the game was turned in by La Quinta shortstop Valeria Balbuena in the top of the sixth with the game still in doubt The Knights got a leadoff single from Samantha Perez and Shadow Hills star Nevaeh Walls ripped a ball up the middle snagged the ball and got up and beat Perez to second base for a huge out Varela then struck out the next two batters to end the inning La Quinta added two insurance runs in the bottom of the sixth thanks to two more Shadow Hills errors and a sharp RBI single by Yahaira Figueroa Varela struck out two more in the seventh and that was it "Something that our team has spoken about all year is 'Leave it all on the field no regrets,' and it truly showed up tonight," said La Quinta coach Brianna Luna "Those diving plays are an example of that and they made those plays when it counted the most." Balbuena and Jacobo were also key parts of La Quinta's offense a stolen base and scored two of the team's five runs Shadow Hills entered the game with a 14-2 record and 8-0 in league play and La Quinta was 15-2-1 and 7-0 in the DEL who were led offensively by Alvarez with a single and a double off of Varela Pitcher Ava Valenzuela pitched well in the loss striking out seven and only yielding five hits The Blackhawks understand there is still work to do with two more games against the Knights The two teams will meet again Friday at Shadow Hills and then conclude the season against each other on May 6 at La Quinta "It was very important to win the first one and I think it sort of like sets the mood for the rest of the games," Varela said but we have a positive vibe going into them." but she likes the make-up of this year's Blackhawks squad but I think we're a pretty scrappy bunch," Luna said and tonight I really loved our energy on the field and in the dugout We were very hype and I thought that propelled us through every single inning." The beloved La Quinta Resort & Club in Greater Palm Springs was recently renovated—see inside the updated southern California resort Broncos’ HOF QB John Elway's former agent & business partner Jeff Sperbeck has died after fall from cart driven by Elway in La Quinta.Elway was reportedly the driver of a golf cart on Saturday night at an exclusive private neighborhood in La Quinta He was allegedly driving to or from the Stagecoach music festival when his longtime agent/business partner Jeff Sperbeck fell from the golf cart and hit his head // Crime segment – Potential names ‘Crime Time’ Robbery at Bakery // Michael Monks LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell has expressed concerns that potential LA budget cuts could significantly impact the LAPD potentially leading to a reduction in public safety capacity and causing operational issues Mayor Bass's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 projects the LAPD to end the year with 8,639 officers not 8,733 // John Elway releases statement about death of his friend & business partner Jeff Sperbeck The 114 rooms will be converted into 370-square-foot efficiencies The project received the minimum number of votes needed for approval since a supermajority was required to purchase the hotel on Okeechobee Boulevard near Florida's Turnpike Commissioners Maria Sachs and Sara Baxter voted against the project agreeing with Century Village residents that the hotel conversion should occur elsewhere Even the commissioners who supported the purchase had concerns over the purchase price for a 37-year-old hotel and the demand by the hotel owner that the county pay the franchise fee of $1.8 million The county will have to pay another $3.8 million to renovate the facility to meet county standards In order to live in the renovated La Quinta The bottom line is that the final cost will be $20.6 million which breaks out to an investment of $180,719 for each of the 114 is nearly 20% over the appraised value of $14 million "Would any of you pay $180,000 for a 370-square foot efficiency?" one Century Village resident asked commissioners an umbrella group that represents Century Village building associations said the county could pay $5,000 a month for 36 months to house someone facing homelessness in a nice hotel That would come out to the $180,000 the county expects to spend on each of the units at La Quinta Tenants will be asked to pay part of their income toward rent but even with those funds and Veterans Administration assistance it is not expected to cover annual costs of $2.5 million The county expects a deficit of nearly $1 million Century Village: Residents give resounding 'boos!' to county's La Quinta senior housing plan near West Palm Monthly rents for extremely low-income residents would be $564; fair market rent for efficiencies in the county are $1,550 Speakers who supported the project noted that low-income seniors and veterans cannot afford to pay that fair market rent Many of them are facing the prospect of being homeless Joel Flores could not understand why the county was agreeing to pay the hotel owner's franchise fee to La Quinta Assistant County Administrator Isami Ayala-Collazo said the owner had insisted it be paid or else he would not sell to the county The decision to approve that part of the transaction was made before Flores took office in November Ayala-Collazo said it would cost more to build a new facility to accommodate seniors and veterans who need housing and it could take more than three years before it could open a majority of the commission concluded the need for housing to prevent veterans and seniors from becoming homeless outweighed the costs of buying the hotel County Mayor Maria Marino noted that the purchase will generate adequate housing for seniors and veterans almost immediately There is a critical need for this type of housing County housing officials reiterated that no one living on the street will be eligible to live in the facility tenants will have to be a county resident for at least 12 months before they could move into the renovated hotel Up to 50% of the rooms will be set aside for veterans whose district includes the La Quinta and Century Village said it was a difficult decision to support the project in light of the opposition from Century Village He called on the county staff to work closely with Century Village to minimize any negative impacts said she was now convinced that the project should move forward this is an alternative for people sleeping on the streets or living in a shelter adding that the tenants will have to contribute something toward rent The county staff assured commissioners that the tenants would be screened to ensure successful placements Century Village residents have complained there is rampant drug activity outside the hotel Flores said the project will do Century Village a favor by addressing that illegal drug activity as on-site security can monitor the situation Tenants who misbehave or are involved in any criminal activity will be quickly removed The staff assured Century Village residents that county officials will meet monthly with Century Village residents to obtain input from them if there are negative effects In response to the recent decision by the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners to purchase the La Quinta Inn for conversion into supportive housing Mayor Tim Meerbott has provided an important update to the community Mayor Meerbott expressed deep gratitude to Cutler Bay residents for their strong grassroots efforts and outlined the key protective measures that were secured in the final resolution to safeguard our town These covenants ensure that the property will follow strict guidelines to prioritize safety and accountability within the community Some of the Restrictive Covenants include: To learn more, you can view the full resolution and list of covenants here (Please note sections 4 and 5 of the Resolution) Town staff coordinated with the Southland Mall redevelopers to ensure that the restrictive covenants also met their needs Southland Mall redevelopment is still moving forward If you haven’t already, please sign up for our eNews to receive more information and updates Contact Us It seems Coachella Valley has seen a bit of luck in the past week A Stater Bros. Markets on state Route 111 in La Quinta sold a winning ticket in the Feb. 14 Mega Millions drawing worth nearly $1.5 million, the California Lottery said a news release Saturday The winning ticket matched the first five numbers in the Mega Millions drawing and is worth $1,499,864 the grocery store earns a bonus of nearly $7,500 for selling it More recently, an Arco ampm at 52138 Harrison St., Coachella, sold the top winning ticket in Wednesday’s SuperLotto Plus draw, a prize of $33,186, according to the California Lottery the odds of matching all five numbers and the Mega Millions number is 1 in 302,575,350 The SuperLotto Plus odds of matching all five numbers and the Mega number are 1 in 41,416,353 Paris Barraza is a trending reporter covering California news at The Desert Sun. Reach her at pbarraza@gannett.com A man who gunned down his estranged wife as she slept at a mobile home in La Quinta because he was inflamed over notions she was having affairs with other men was convicted Thursday of first-degree murder A jury deliberated roughly two days before finding Jose Valles Meza of La Quinta guilty in the slaying of Patricia Cesena the jury convicted Meza of the murder count a special-circumstance allegation of lying in wait and sentence-enhancing gun and great bodily injury allegations Riverside County Superior Court Judge James Hawkins scheduled a sentencing hearing for April 28 at the Larson Justice Center who is now 34 and is being held without bail at the Benoit Detention Center is slated to receive life in prison without the possibility of parole killed Cesena in the Dune Palms Mobile Estates at 46400 Dune Palms Road in the predawn hours of Jan obsessed with the idea she was seeing other men While his and his estranged wife's four kids slept Meza fired into the home through a bedroom window where he was pulled over by a California Highway Patrol officer on suspicion of speeding and drunken driving Meza blurted out that he had “witnessed a murder,” according to CHP Officer Michael Bernardino the officer was able to ascertain where the shooting had occurred and deputies were sent to the mobile home in La Quinta to conduct a welfare check shortly before 6 a.m. Investigator Martin Alfaro of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department testified during Meza's 2020 preliminary hearing that Cesena was discovered dead from a single gunshot to the head Her kids were still sleeping when deputies entered the residence Investigator Armando Munoz testified that one of the kids told detectives that her parents often fought and that cameras had been placed throughout the home so her father could spy on Cesena believing he might catch her in an act of infidelity Meza had no documented prior felony convictions in Riverside County Some track meets are more important than others and when Shadow Hills and La Quinta high schools meet the stakes are typically a little more than just another track and field contest While it's still just a head-to-head competition and not a league matchup including the Desert Empire League's four other schools Thursday's meet at La Quinta High served as a tune-up for two of the top track and field programs in the DEL "We always look forward to these meets with La Quinta," Shadow Hills senior Julia Fernandez said La Quinta dominated most of the track events while Shadow Hills won most of the field events La Quinta's cross country champions Luis-Fernando Martinez and Saveyra Guerrero each won the 3,200 and 1,600 meters and Shadow Hills' Nate Williams won the boys' high jump and long jump won both the boys' 100 (11.24) and 200 (22.78) Hinchen said that they weren't his best times and that he didn't push himself too hard on Thursday is to get to 10.7 in the 100 and 21.7 in the 200 "The whole reason I'm out here is to get faster for football," Hinchen said I'm just working toward my goals and trying to improve my times by the end of the season." Andrew John covers sports for The Desert Sun and the USA TODAY Network PGA TOUR LIVE on ESPN+ will present four concurrent streams – a Main Feed and Marquee Group Featured Groups and Featured Holes coverage – starting tomorrow at The American Express at PGA West in La Quinta In addition to the Pete Dye Stadium Course The American Express is played on two other courses at PGA West – LaQuinta Country Club and the Nicklaus Tournament Course – with the tournament field playing each course through the first 54 holes at which point a cut is made prior to the final round on the Pete Dye Stadium Course  Sunday’s schedule on PGA TOUR LIVE on ESPN+ will be determined when pairings and tee times are announced following Saturday’s Third Round All ESPN+ subscribers have access to PGA TOUR LIVE, in addition to more than 34,000 other live sporting events the complete library of ESPN 30 for 30 films and more than 1,500 exclusive written articles on ESPN.com PGA TOUR Americas and administers PGA TOUR Q-School presented by Korn Ferry and PGA TOUR University TOUR members represent the world’s best players Showcasing the biggest moments in the sport with history and legacy on the line the PGA TOUR has long-term domestic distribution partnerships for broadcast coverage on CBS NBC and Golf Channel and video streaming service on ESPN+ PGA TOUR coverage is available across 200+ countries and territories in 30 languages via 39 broadcast and digital partners Virtually all tournaments are organized as non-profit organizations to maximize charitable giving tournaments across all Tours have generated more than $4 billion Need Photos? Click the logo and sign up for access to the ESPN Images Library Golf, Sponsored by | Jan 2 Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta attracted the game’s biggest stars the club fell on hard times after an ownership change the Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta is putting the final touches on renovations to its clubhouse and signature restaurant The design and décor will be heavily influenced by the Coachella Valley’s famed midcentury modern aesthetic with thoughtfully planned gathering spaces filled with natural light and beauty The atmosphere will be welcoming and friendly with a relaxed sophistication and the menu will focus on quality classic fare with inventive touches and craft cocktails and beverages To be among the first to experience the new Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta, please visit TrilogyLaQuintaGolf.com 60151 Trilogy Pkwy, La Quinta, CA 92253mytrilogylife.com/laquinta/golf/ Food + Drink, Sponsored by | Dec 14 Kiki’s farm-to-table approach and the owners’ cheeky sense of humor evident in the descriptions on the menu and the funky wall art make this neighborhood favorite a fun choice for any occasion Local greens star in seasonal salads at Kiki’s Craft drinks incorporate surprising flavors at Kiki’s 78065 Main St., Suite 100, La Quinta760-296-1425yespleaselaquinta.com 78120 Calle Estado, Suite 104, La Quinta760-619-2279calirosina.com 50949 Washington St., Suite 1A,La Quinta760-993-3430itsabeautifulday.love 78100 Main St., Suite 101,La Quinta760-972-4251laquintabrewing.com Restaurateur Chris Chmielak drew inspiration from Old Hollywood and its storied connections to the Coachella Valley in his latest culinary venture DSRT Club was named in homage of a swanky 1930s La Quinta social hub that shuttered in the ’80s and an upscale ambiance set the tone for lunch and dinner 78075 Main St., Suite 105,La Quinta760-777-7424desertclublq.com DSRT Club bartender Casey Aburamen presents a Passion Spritz mocktail 78100 Main St.Suite 101La Quinta760-972-4251 78075 Main St.Suite 105La Quinta760-777-7424 49499 Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta760-564-4111laquintaresort.com Officials from La Quinta and the Coachella Valley Unified School District say they had a "productive and beneficial" meeting about the reallocation of city tax dollars to address the district’s budget deficit The meeting came after the La Quinta City Council sent a letter on Feb 11 to the district raising concerns about the reallocation also aimed to maintain a strong working relationship with CVUSD stay updated on district developments and explore ways the city can support its goals and programs The school district approved three resolutions in December to transfer property tax proceeds from former redevelopment agencies — now managed by successor agencies — in Coachella La Quinta and Riverside County from the district’s Fund 40 Special Reserve Fund for Capital Projects into its general fund as part of its fiscal stabilization plan School districts then allocate those funds for facility improvements as they must maintain 3% of their total budget for building upkeep especially if they try to maximize voter-approved bonds through the state's matching grants "While there are very few students at CVUSD who reside in La Quinta the geographic territory and tax dollars are significant in comparison those funds have supported very few students with no capital development to support them," the letter said "Taxes are intended to support students who reside in the City of La Quinta as part of the District." said that by the end of the rescheduled meeting on Feb both parties had a clear understanding of each other's perspectives where the city's finance department dug into the data from the county's controller's office to show CVUSD the revenue generated from La Quinta taxpayers Millen said that CVUSD views the revenue as general property tax income he believes there is now a clearer understanding of how tax revenues are generated and where they go Superintendent Frances Esparza also said the meeting went well as the city wanted to know if the district was using its local control funding formula — a combination of state general funds and local property taxes — to support its fiscal stabilization plan The district clarified that the redevelopment account funds are “strictly being used to support the restricted routine maintenance account,” which supports regular maintenance and repairs of school buildings McMillen also said the city gained a better understanding of CVUSD's plan moving forward and the reasons behind the district's budget shortfall He said that the district acknowledged that the school board president has taken full responsibility for the district's current position has publicly and repeatedly expressed this sentiment at recent school board meetings "I would say that's really their story to tell but it was a very good meeting," McMillen said adding that there's a commitment to meet with the district again in three months The city regularly meets with various public agencies throughout the year the city had gone many years without meeting with the school district and only resumed those meetings about a year "A lot of the reasoning behind (requesting the meeting) is we're getting asked questions from community members and residents and they're wanting to know what's going on," McMillen said "I think it's really important for everybody to have a network of understanding We're all working for the same goal of providing safe and quality education for all students and residents Jennifer Cortez covers education in the Coachella Valley Reach her at jennifer.cortez@desertsun.com A pair of earthquakes were reported Friday near Borrego Springs in San Diego County A magnitude 3.1 earthquake centered 7.2 miles northeast of Borrego Springs was reported at 5:06 a.m It followed a magnitude 3.9 earthquake reported at 1:39 a.m The first earthquake was centered 25 miles south of La Quinta and 26.6 miles southwest of Coachella The second earthquake was centered 24.8 miles south of La Quinta and 26.3 miles southwest of Coachella There were no reports of injuries or damage PALM DESERT – Although she finished first in every Desert Valley League cross country race she ever entered this was only the second time La Quinta High School senior Megan Huebner was part of a DVL championship team The La Quinta girls’ cross country team made official Wednesday what nearly everyone thought to be a foregone conclusion winning the DVL for the first time in three years and taking the top two spots in the race with Huebner’s 17:51 which was good enough for second place — the first time she has finished that high all year PHOTOS:DVL Cross Country Meet “This was a great way to end my senior season The weather’s beautiful and the course was a lot faster this way,” Huebner said We really came together and worked together well and made it happen.” The course at Xavier Prep High School was changed for Wednesday’s meet eliminating the most difficult terrain — soft sand The rest of the top five consisted of two runners from Xavier Prep — Valeria Ruiz (18:35 fifth) — and Kat-ya Avendano of Coachella Valley (18:57 Avendano will be the only runner advancing to the postseason as an individual as the Arabs did not advance as a squad Xavier Prep was an uncontested second with three second-place finishes Indio finished third with 11 points and Palm Desert fourth with 12 points just two points ahead of Palm Springs and Coachella Valley both of which tied for fifth with 14 points The top four teams in the league advance to the postseason Avendano’s strong showing gave the Arabs a fighting chance at a playoff berth but a 10th-place finish by Gloria Clavache (20:02) for Palm Desert and a 17th-place finish by her twin sister Silvia Clavache staved off the threat for the Aztecs It marks the second time in as many years that the Palm Desert girls have advanced to the postseason after a dry spell that began in 2004 Now our goal is to get further as a team in the postseason We’ve never gotten to round two as a team,” La Quinta head coach Joann Monachello-Prahl said City leaders met Tuesday night to address growing concerns over La Quinta’s electrical capacity as substations serving the area are at or near their limits The discussion comes amid rising energy demand and stalled efforts to expand infrastructure which provides electricity to La Quinta and other parts of the Coachella Valley follows a “growth pays for growth” policy—requiring developers to cover the cost of new power infrastructure Upgrades are estimated at $20 million per 50-megawatt increase City officials had been working on a cost-sharing agreement with IID and developers to expand the Avenue 58 substation but IID recently withdrew its support for the project the agency proposed two new substations east of La Quinta a long-term solution that could take up to 20 years to complete Residents have voiced concerns about the city’s energy capacity ranking it their top priority in a recent community workshop Factors like state electrification mandates and increased electric vehicle use have further strained the system La Quinta city council members discussed this topic in a study session during the meeting The purpose of the session was to provide guidance and feedback Officials reaffirmed their commitment to finding a cost-sharing plan that balances growth and affordability Residents with concerns about energy and future upgrades are encouraged to contact IID directly Stay with News Channel 3 for a full recap of the discussion at 10 and 11 p.m Missouri City's La Quinta Golf Course will see additional work during its $5.63 million renovation Aubrey joined Community Impact as a reporter in February 2024 she served as Editor-in-Chief at Insite Brazos Valley Magazine in Bryan She also served as the news editor at The Battalion before graduating with a major in journalism and minors in business and sports management in 2022 Aubrey enjoys spending time with her friends Food + Drink by | Feb 3 Home chefs rightfully visit Haines for salmon and crab but Rietze encourages shoppers to explore the market’s potentially less familiar offerings 79775 Highway 111 #F103, La Quinta, CA760-219-6359hainespacking.com/laquinta var cachebuster = Math.round(new Date().getTime() / 1000); var player = new Playerjs({id:"player_kyma" file:"https://vz-676e694b-470.b-cdn.net/7acabc93-7c46-4af3-beb1-f46da5fc99b4/playlist.m3u8" poster:"https://vz-676e694b-470.b-cdn.net/7acabc93-7c46-4af3-beb1-f46da5fc99b4/thumbnail_27156897.jpg" label:"John Elway releases statement on agent’s death after La Quinta golf cart accident involving NFL legend; Witness shares details" vast_replace:{"[wpcategory]":"spanish","[wprand]":""+cachebuster+""}}); Elway released a statement after Sperbeck’s death Wednesday afternoon, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter “I am absolutely devastated and heartbroken by the passing of my close friend My heart and deepest sympathies go out to Jeff’s wife friendship and love he brought into my life and the lives of so many others.” The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office told News Channel 3 that they launched an investigation into the accident on Monday “The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office is committed to conducting a thorough investigation into the death of Sperbeck and will take appropriate action based on the outcome,” reads an RSO press release — Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) April 30, 2025 “It was a reported fall from a golf cart and the patient was transported to a local area trauma center in unknown condition,” a CAL FIRE spokesperson told News Channel 3 “Although Jeff’s not clinically dead we’re told doctors have informed his family there’s no hope he will recover … and he’s being kept on life support while docs prepare to harvest his organs for donation,” reads the TMZ report We reached out to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office for information on this incident The Sheriff’s Office confirmed to News Channel 3 that they were made aware of the accident on Monday and have launched an investigation He became John Elway’s manager in 1990 Click here to follow the original article. 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You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here A car collision in La Quinta halted traffic early Thursday morning in the area of Avenue 52 and Jefferson Street firefighters responded to a vehicle into a tree that caught on fire Two patients were discovered in the vehicle one with minor injuries avoided further medical attention and one with moderate injuries was transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital The driver was later arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence the Riverside County Sheriff's Office confirmed Stick with News Channel 3 online and on-air for updates on this story The La Quinta community welcomed its newest Dunkin’ restaurant on Saturday morning The company and city hosted a ribbon cutting at the new store The first 100 guests were surprised with with Free Coffee for a Year The celebration also included the Dunkin’-branded prize wheel This store’s franchisee Jad Awale cut the official ribbon alongside La Quinta mayor Linda Evans and several members of the city council Awale also donated a check for $500 to Riverside County Fire Department