Prosecutors filed 21 felony charges against a third-grade teacher at Palm Valley School in Rancho Mirage Thursday at the San Bernardino Superior Court related to the alleged long-term sexual abuse of an underage girl Stephen Michael (or Micheal, his middle name is spelled two different ways in court documents) Spurlock, 43, was arrested at his home in Yucca Valley this week after deputies with the San Bernardino Sheriff's Office were notified of the allegations on Monday via a 911 call He was immediately placed on indefinite leave from the private K-12 school Court records show that the charges against Spurlock span more than a year The charges filed against Spurlock include: In an email to the Palm Valley School community on Tuesday the school said the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the incident did not involve a student and did not occur on school property "We are not aware of any threat to any Palm Valley students," the email said According to the mid-April archive of Palm Valley School’s website Spurlock’s biography said he has more than 15 years of experience working with elementary and middle school students Public records show he was previously employed by Desert Sands Unified School District "Given the nature of this abuse by Spurlock and in his capacity as a school teacher and coach detectives suspect there may be additional victims in both San Bernardino and Riverside counties," a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department statement said A video arraignment for Spurlock is set for 8 a.m May 2 in Rancho Cucamonga before Judge Michael Lough Previous reporting by Brian Day from the Victorville Daily Press was used in this report Jennifer Cortez covers education in the Coachella Valley Reach her at jennifer.cortez@desertsun.com CA – A Palm Valley School teacher and coach was arrested this week after a 16-year-old reported ongoing sexual abuse to authorities San Bernardino County Sheriff’s investigators allege Stephen Spurlock began molesting the victim at age 14 with the abuse continuing for over two years Deputies served a warrant at Spurlock’s residence where they seized materials tied to the case The arrest followed an emergency call from the teen who detailed years of alleged exploitation He remains in custody without bail ahead of a Thursday court appearance stated the charges involve neither its students nor campus grounds Officials emphasized Spurlock’s immediate suspension and highlighted strict background check policies for staff “We maintain unwavering dedication to child safety,” the school said in a release pledging full cooperation with law enforcement The Sheriff’s Department urged potential victims in San Bernardino and Riverside counties to come forward Investigators believe Spurlock’s role as an educator and coach may have provided access to other minors Tips can be directed to the Morongo Basin Sheriff’s Station at 760-366-4175 Palm Valley School administrators assured families of ongoing efforts to assist students and staff The institution reiterated its focus on safety protocols and collaboration with authorities as the case progresses Following the arrest of a Coachella Valley teacher on charges of sexually abusing a teenager questions arise about legal protections and pathways for survivors attorney Jason Amala outlines critical steps victims can take from civil lawsuits to accessing support services while emphasizing California’s evolving statutes to hold abusers and institutions accountable when a teacher or coach faces allegations of sexual abuse with a minor what immediate legal options exist for survivors Esq.: Survivors can pursue civil lawsuits independently of criminal proceedings These cases often focus on holding institutions accountable for negligence such as failure to conduct proper background checks or ignoring warning signs Civil claims aim to secure compensation for therapy Banville: How do statutes of limitations affect these cases in California Amala: California’s laws have evolved significantly Recent reforms also allow retroactive lawsuits for older cases creating pathways for accountability even decades later Banville: What challenges might survivors face when coming forward and distrust in systems meant to protect them are common Schools or organizations may resist transparency making legal advocacy critical to uncover evidence and ensure voices are heard Banville: How can legal teams support survivors beyond courtroom representation Amala: Connecting survivors with therapists Healing requires a holistic approach-legal action is one step but addressing emotional trauma is equally important Banville: What message would you share with someone hesitant to report abuse by an authority figure Legal protections exist to safeguard your rights and compassionate professionals are ready to help you navigate this process with dignity If your child has experienced abuse by a teacher no-cost consultation to discuss your rights and 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Learn where you can find free copies of our newest issues here Subscribe to stay up-to-date on things to do A Rancho Mirage private elementary school teacher was arrested at his Yucca Valley home Tuesday on suspicion of numerous counts of child molestation stemming from the alleged long-term abuse of an underage girl was being held without bail after being booked on suspicion of five child sex abuse-related felonies including continuous sexual abuse of a minor according to San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department officials and records The investigation unfolded quickly after deputies were notified of the allegations on Monday via a 911 call The alleged abuse involved a now-16-year-old girl "During this investigation, detectives learned Stephen Spurlock, who is currently a teacher at a private school in Rancho Mirage, had molested the victim on countless occasions since the victim was 14 years old," according to a sheriff's department statement investigators showed up at Spurlock's home on Tuesday morning with a search warrant Several items of evidence related to the investigation were seized and Spurlock was taken into custody It was determined the suspect was employed as a teacher at a private school in Rancho Mirage Spurlock was listed as "lower school faculty and athletic coach" on the directory of Palm Valley School in Rancho Mirage detectives suspect there may be additional victims in both San Bernardino and Riverside counties," the statement said "Spurlock's booking photo is being released for reference." Officials did not disclose how the suspect knew the victim He was scheduled to appear for an arraignment hearing Thursday in San Bernardino County Superior Court More: Ex-school bus driver from Hesperia pleads guilty in federal child pornography case Anyone with information was urged to contact the Sheriff's Morongo Basin Station at (760) 366-4175. Information may also be provided anonymously to the We-Tip hotline at (800) 782-7463 Copyright 2025 West Texas A&M University / Canyon Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here a 43-year-old teacher and coach from Palm Valley School located at 35525 Da Vall Dr has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies Authorities say the arrest follows a 911 call made by a teenager who reported being subjected to abuse over a period of more than two years The victim was just 14 years old when the alleged incidents began Spurlock was taken into custody at his Yucca Valley home after detectives executed a search warrant Officials confirmed that evidence related to the allegations was recovered during the search He is currently being held without bail and is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has expressed concerns that there may be additional victims in both San Bernardino and Riverside counties They are urging anyone with information to contact the Morongo Basin Sheriff’s Station at 760-366-4175 While Spurlock is employed at Palm Valley School school officials state that the alleged crimes did not involve any Palm Valley students and did not occur on school property Spurlock was immediately placed on indefinite leave the school emphasized its commitment to child safety noting that stringent background checks are conducted for all staff members The statement also expressed gratitude to law enforcement for their efforts and reassured the community of the school’s dedication to student well-being The shocking allegations have sent ripples through the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities Authorities are continuing their investigation and support services are being made available for those affected by the news Law enforcement officials remain focused on uncovering the full scope of the case and ensuring accountability For survivors of private school abuse by a trusted figure navigating the path forward can feel overwhelming California-based sexual abuse attorney Jason Amala shares valuable information about the legal steps available to hold perpetrators and institutions accountable Amala outlines how survivors can seek accountability and support in their journey toward recovery Darla Medina (Editor): What legal avenues are available for individuals who have experienced abuse by someone in a position of trust Jason Amala (Attorney): Survivors of abuse often have both criminal and civil options law enforcement investigates and prosecutors bring charges like we see in this case Filing a lawsuit allows them to hold not just the perpetrator accountable but also any institutions that may have failed to prevent the abuse Medina: How does that process work in cases involving schools or similar organizations Amala: Schools and organizations have a duty to protect children from harm If there's evidence they ignored warning signs or failed to follow proper safeguards which can include compensation for emotional trauma Medina: What would you say to someone who’s unsure about coming forward Amala: It's completely understandable to feel uncertain but survivors should know they don’t have to go through this alone who can help explain their rights and guide them through the process Coming forward can also prevent future harm by exposing systemic failures If your child has been sexually abused by a teacher or coach it’s important to know that you are not alone Our team is dedicated to supporting families during this difficult time confidential consultation to discuss your options and take action to protect your loved ones and others News Channel 3 Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting ! 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Photo by: JD CavrichMen's Golf Makes 2025 Spring Debut at Loyola Intercollegiate in Arizona2/13/2025 12:24:00 PM | Men's Golf Thanks for visiting As temperatures rise in the Coachella Valley and the school year winds down now's the perfect time to start thinking about summer fun Palm Valley School is opening its 34-acre campus in Rancho Mirage to children and teens for a variety of summer camps from superhero-themed playtime for preschoolers to college essay workshops for high schoolers The camps offer half- and full-day options for children ages 2 to 18 will be closed June 19 in observance of Juneteenth Preschoolers can join a four-week summer camp Two playgrounds and licensed preschool teachers make this an ideal option for working families seeking a safe engaging environment for their children during the long summer days Registration is required for each week separately at a cost of $350 per week for children ages 2-5 and $380 per week for children under 2 A long-standing animal shelter in Edinburg is set to close Palm Valley Animal Society is saying goodbye to their Trenton facility They say this building is just too old and outdated for their needs.  PVAS is now looking to grow operations at their other newer building.  The building on Trenton Road was built in the 50s Andrews Center on Highway 281 was only built about 10 years ago PVAS Executive Director Suzette Cruz said when they first started looking at improving their facilities they wanted to keep the Trenton location around But Cruz says they've decided to focus on expanding the Andrews Center and move all operations there.  "It was going to be tens of millions of dollars to expand just because the buildings there we would have to rebuild and start from scratch," Cruz said Cruz says they hope to start the project next year She said the entire project will cost approximately $6 million PVAS is paying $3 million and has asked McAllen Edinburg and Hidalgo County to help them cover the rest of the cost The city of McAllen has already promised to pay $1.2 million 2025) – Lubbock Christian University began its final regular season tournament Monday at the RJGA Palm Valley Classic Despite their best shooting performance of the season the Chaparrals found themselves tied for tenth place out of 19 competing teams They had a combined team score of 570 and six-under-par after two rounds of play In his first tournament appearance since the season opener, Jackson Comer blazed to a team-leading -2 142 Comer led the entire tournament field in par 4 scoring with a 3.70 average and six-under-par score he ended his opening day tied for 24th place Following Comer, Tiaan de Jager and Hayden Bowman were deadlocked with identical scores of 143 and one-under-par the duo was tied for the team lead in par 3 scoring as they had the same 3.13 average and score of one-over-par the Chaparral tandem ranked in a tie for 32nd place Hudson Reagan ended his day with an even-par 144 in route to a tied 44th place ranking. Notably, Reagan had the only eagle of the day for Lubbock Christian and was one of only 21 competitors to make one on opening day. Finally, Bryce McCracken rounded out the Lubbock Christian standings as he recorded a two-round score of 146 and two-over-par Lubbock Christian will close their regular season when they return to the course for the final round of the RJGA Palm Valley Classic tomorrow the Chaparrals will look to make a late tournament push and improve upon their best opening day of the season There are currently no upcoming/recent events Thanks for visiting 2025) – Lubbock Christian University concluded their regular season with a sixth-place finish at the RJGA Palm Valley Classic The Lady Chaps put together a +12 300 in the final round finishing with a total score of 591 and 15-over-par Anaya Perales closed the regular season with her fifth straight top-team finish which made her the top-team finisher in every Spring tournament as she finished second overall in the category with an average of 3.85 and score of -3 she had 27 pars and six birdies in 36 holes of play she finished in sole possession of third place with a two-day total of 141 and three-under-par Following Perales, Alejandra Escobar had a day two score of six-over-par to end her tournament with a +6 150. Escobar racked up 25 pars across 36 holes, which was third most on the team. Overall, she tied for 34th place. Alexandra Escamilla was one stroke shy of Escobar as she totaled a score of 151 and seven-over-par Escamilla sank 28 pars to lead the Lady Chaps in the tournament She closed her tournament with a tied 41st place finish Rianna LaFuente carded a +9 153 after two rounds of play to land in a tie for 50th place. She led the team in par 3 scoring, with a 3.00 average and even-par score. Lily Griffin rounded out the Lady Chap standings as she finished her tournament appearance with a score of 156 and 12-over-par She recorded the lone eagle of the tournament for Lubbock Christian Griffin closed the week in a tie for 72nd place Lubbock Christian will have around a week off to rest before taking part in their first postseason tournament Texas on April 21 with their sights set on securing a bid for the NCAA Division II West Regional Championships The top twelve regionally ranked teams will qualify for the tournament with Lubbock Christian entering this week ranked 16th and will await the newest rankings this coming week Thanks for visiting and for schools and colleges across the Coachella Valley that means spring break is just around the corner — a chance to recharge before the final stretch of the 2024-25 school year while others kick off the break a little earlier on Good Friday Here's the full list of local schools' spring break dates: More: When is the first day of spring 2025? March equinox marks the start of the season Spring break runs from April 21 to April 25 but students technically start their break on April 18 in observance of Good Friday The last day of school is on Tuesday, June 10. Find the 2024-25 school year calendar here Desert Sands Unified School District spring break 2025Spring break is from April 21 to April 25 The last day of school is on Thursday, June 4. Find the 2024-25 school year calendar here The last day of school is on Friday, June 6. Find the 2024-25 school year calendar here Palm Valley School in Rancho Mirage spring break 2025Spring break is from April 21 to April 25 The last day of school is on Friday, June 6. Find the 2024-25 school year calendar here Easter vacation is from April 21 to April 25 with April 17 off for Holy Thursday as well as April 18 for Good Friday The last day of school is on Wednesday, June 5. Find the 2024-25 school year calendar here Easter break will be from April 21 to April 25 The last day of school is on Thursday, May 22. Find the 2024-25 school year calendar here and classes will not be held over the weekend on April 19 or April 20 The spring semester ends on Friday, May 24. Find the 2024-25 academic calendar here Spring recess for Cal State San Bernardino and its Palm Desert campus runs from March 31 to April 4 including the observance of César Chávez Day on March 31 The last day of instruction for the spring quarter is on Friday, May 9 and the last day of final exams is on Friday, May 16. Find the 2024-25 academic calendar here University of California, Riverside - Palm Desert Center spring break 2025Although UC Riverside's spring break runs from March 24 to March 28, the Palm Desert Center will still host a few community events during that period The last day of instruction for the spring term is June 6 and the last day of the quarter is June 13. Find the 2024-25 academic calendar here Palm Valley School's head of school has left his post for unknown reasons raising questions among parents with children at the private school in Rancho Mirage Parents said they learned of Steven Sherman's abrupt departure through an email sent on Nov with some parents calling on the school's board of trustees to release the meeting minutes and discussions behind Sherman’s mid-semester removal citing the need for "transparency and honesty." It also requested an opportunity for the students to have "a proper goodbye" with Sherman "This sudden decision not only disrupts the harmony within the school but also questions the value of the tuition contract paid for the entire school year," the online petition reads which has gathered 61 signatures as of Thursday "The board of trustees' past decisions have often been criticized Sherman only adds to the list of their questionable actions especially during these challenging academic years." is among those questioning the unclear reasons for Sherman’s departure and the board’s procedures He noted that some parents are considering organizing an oversight committee “We choose these schools for our kids because we have specific assurances about the belief systems of these schools," Rice said "To not have any feedback mechanism for understanding why decisions are made or providing feedback before decisions are made .. He’s just literally gone from one day to the next." The consensus among Palm Valley parents is that the board must regain their trust Although the school did host two meetings earlier in the week the board of trustees told The Desert Sun on Thursday that it does not comment on personnel matters due to confidentiality but confirmed that Francene Fisher has been named interim head of school Fisher has more than two decades of experience with Palm Valley School and has deep connections to the Palm Valley School community," the statement said Fisher has served as head of the lower school, a technology specialist and a fifth grade teacher at Palm Valley, according to her LinkedIn Sherman, who began his tenure in May 2020, led Palm Valley — which serves preschool through high school students — in becoming the first school in the Coachella Valley to reopen its doors for in-person learning About 354 students are presently enrolled at Palm Valley, according to the school's website tuition ranges from $15,745 for toddlers to $21,838 for secondary school students making it the most expensive private school in the desert Founded in 1952, Palm Valley School has a history of academic rigor, and was recently ranked as the No It is the only non-religious private school in the Coachella Valley and reports a nearly 100% college acceptance rate By Tiffany Merlo Phelpsmail@floridanewsline.com If you are looking for an easier way to watch the 2024 Palm Valley Boat Parade hop on a free shuttle and take a seat on the bleachers under the east side of the Palm Valley Bridge It is a new option being offered by the Palm Valley Community Association (PVCA) in collaboration with the St Johns County Parks and Recreation Department to provide a new viewing area for the community It is expected that 120 people will be able to sit on the bleachers and enjoy the parade Many more will be able to enjoy the surrounding bleacher area watch the local tradition and kick off the Christmas season.  “We wanted to make the parade more accessible to people and to give more opportunities for families to see it,” said St Johns County Commissioner Krista Keating-Joseph Johns County Board of County Commissioners where it was approved unanimously.  In addition to very limited parking under the east side of the bridge Johns County will offer a remote parking location at Landrum Middle School’s back parking lot where folks can be picked up by a free shuttle service The Parks and Recreation Department will provide two shuttles in continuous rotation from 4:45 p.m Johns County Parks and Recreation Director Ryan Kane Signs will be up at both locations to alert the public and safety officers will be in place to help direct traffic.  Palm Valley Community Association President Greg Leonard said this is an important and cautious first step to opening the parade up to the surrounding and growing community Leonard said it is a great opportunity for those not wanting to make a restaurant reservation or those who do not live on the waterway The plan is to add more to this initiative in the coming years Kane said there will also be portable restrooms The Board of County Commissioners approved $5,000 of additional funds to the Parks and Recreation Department’s operating budget to cover these costs.  Johns County Parks and Recreation is excited for the ‘Launch Party’ and encourages families to come out and see the amazing flotilla of lights to help kick off your holiday season,” said Kane.  77 in the lighted boat parade for the past 24 years as the lead boat said interaction with the docks is what makes the parade so special He is looking forward to the parade and the new viewing area.  and great grandchildren with us,” he said.  The parade will begin at Marker 3 just south of the Palm Valley Bridge the procession will continue north and is anticipated to reach Marsh Landing around 8:05 p.m Live updates on pacing and expected arrival times at various landmarks will be given out as well Water safety assistance is also provided during the event by the St Johns County Fire Rescue and Florida Fish and Wildlife.  Parade coordinator Beacham Still said in addition to the bleachers the best places to view the parade are the restaurants along the seven-mile boat route of Palm Valley’s Intracoastal Waterway as well as Mickler’s Wharf.  Still said the parade’s real mission is to support the community by creating scholarships for local high school students at Ponte Vedra and Nease He added that the parade is funded by generous participants and it also benefits the Palm Valley Charities via the Palm Valley Community Association board.  visit palmvalleyboatparade.com or look for parade updates on their Facebook group page www.facebook.com/groups/Palmvalleyboatparade Cash prizes will be given to boat winners in different size categories and to the best decorated docks Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved. 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View the decorated boats from docks, local restaurants, and noted public viewing areas along the 7 miles of Palm Valley’s Intracoastal Waterway.  The up-close interaction makes it a truly unique experience.  And, for those onboard the boats/vessels, they get to check out the decorations on land. For more information, including parade route, click the event website link.  Wanting to participate?  You’ll find that information on the website also. Marshall Men’s Golf Heads To Loyola Intercollegiate2/14/2025 11:49:00 AM | Men's Golf Herd is one of 19 teams competing at Palm Valley G.C Live Results – Marshall Men's Golf takes part in its first team event of the Spring 2025 schedule when the Herd heads to Goodyear The 54-hole event features 18 holes each day at the gorgeous Palm Valley Golf Club with action starting at 9:45 a.m "We are excited to start the team portion of our season out at Palm Valley," Marshall Men's Golf coach Matt Grobe said "It is a beautiful course and the layout is one our players will like We look forward to great competition this week in Arizona." Action gets started on Sunday with the first 18 holes as 19 teams take aim at the 2025 Loyola Intercollegiate crown For live scoring of the 2025 Loyola Intercollegiate, please click HERE Thanks for visiting This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page vsLoyola Intercollegiate Cole Rueck Wins Loyola Intercollegiate2/18/2025 6:09:00 PM | Men's Golf © 2025 Boise State University Athletics Accessibility Statement Press Release from Endless Surf: Three-time world surfing champion Mick Fanning has unveiled Palm Valley, Australia’s first surf and golf resort Located 7kms from Main Beach at Parkwood International golf club Palm Valley will revolutionize outdoor and leisure tourism in Australia It will seamlessly combine a cutting-edge surf park and upgraded championship golf course with a luxury hospitality resort – capturing the essence of the Gold Coast’s renowned lifestyle At the heart of Palm Valley – planned to open in mid 2027 – is advanced Endless Surf wave technology The Endless Surf lagoon will create tailored waves for all skill levels and set a new standard for global innovation.  Founder and Managing Director Luke Altschwager said that the fully-approved project represented one of the most significant tourism investments in southeast Queensland in recent decades We will create a unique new destination that integrates surf golf and hospitality – minutes from the Gold Coast CBD This will position it as a major tourism attraction and the premier training venue for elite surfers it will offer specialized programs designed for Australian athletes targeting Brisbane 2032 as well as accommodate top-tier international talent The Surf Lagoon will become a premier venue for professional events – with the potential to host the 2033 Olympic Para surfing Altschwager said that the shovel-ready project was well-aligned with the Premier’s new goals for economic growth Both Council and State Government are urging new investment in tourism infrastructure that can broaden Queensland’s visitor appeal innovation and excellence that the Gold Coast has always been known for,” he said Driven by a love for surfing and community Mick Fanning aims to redefine surf parks and share the stoke that shaped his life creating an inclusive space that showcases the future of surf parks There’s no better place than the Gold Coast to merge sport and world class hospitality for the entire family,” he said Palm Valley was this year’s winner at Surf Park Sharks. Learn more about the project here You must be logged in to post a comment Press release from URBNSURF: URBNSURF Melbourne the original and most surfed wave park on the planet has officially turned five – celebrating not just.. We’re a third of the way through 2025 and we’ve seen some exciting news in the surf park industry By Jess Ponting Academic Research Finds That Environmental Sustainability and Community Benefit are Both Achievable and Non-Negotiable for the European Surf Park Market Copyright Surf Park Central. All rights reserved. | Terms of use The Patriot Store's inaugural Patriot Women Golf for America Tournament at Palm Valley Country Club on Feb 10 welcomed 112 golfers and 154 guests at the awards dinner armed service members and our local community "It was a pleasure for me to participate as the event chair for this inaugural golf tournament," said Guido Portante "This was the Patriot Store's first attempt at such an event and due to the tremendous volunteer help from the women there we had a very successful first run at putting on this golf tournament We not only received rave reviews and a lot of compliments from the golfers who enjoyed playing on the renowned Championship Course at Palm Valley Country Club but we also received a lot of compliments regarding the dinner at the awards banquet We will be hosting this fabulous event again next year Blending the time-honored traditions of golf with modern Palm Valley Country Club boasts 36 magnificent holes of golf designed by Ted Robinson Jr. offering players undulating fairways framed by swaying palms manicured greens and a variety of scenic lakes and waterfalls Multiple tees on each hole enable golfers of all abilities to enjoy a fair but challenging experience in a beautiful natural setting "The East Valley Republicans Women Patriots were overwhelmed by the incredible response to this inaugural golf tournament," said Joy Miedecke president of the East Valley Republican Women Patriots and the proceeds will help us support our sheriffs there will be substantial funding for high school students to attend events at the Reagan Ranch in Santa Barbara in 2025." Awards were announced during dinner for first second and third place winners in addition to winners of the highest score for a golf foursome Baseball legend Steve Garvey made a surprise announcement during dinner — a personal invitation to join him at Dodger Stadium for a private tour and to watch a game This was the evening's only live auction item which was bid on and won by two lucky winners who each paid $7,000 for this exclusive experience Individual players participated in the tournament for $275 per person and all golfers participating had a chance to win the $20,000 cash prize for the hole in one contest as well as a chance to win a $500 gift certificate for dinner at Castelli's Ristorante Sharon Bick was the lucky winner of the latter Spotlight 29 Casino/Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians For more on The East Valley Republican Women Patriots visit the Patriot Store at 73-760 El Paseo Avenue in Palm Desert or call (760) 771-9771 Zuckerman Marketing & Public Relations Inc. public relations and special events firm with offices in Rancho Mirage and Newport Beach a board member of the One Valley Foundation the official nonprofit of the Coachella Valley Firebirds and has been a guest reporter with The Desert Sun for the past 17 years Texas — The Round Rock Police Department was called to assist the U.S Marshals at a scene near a McDonald's in Round Rock Friday night that they were at the scene near the intersection ofEast Palm Valley Blvd and North A.W Police said there was no danger to the public and the scene was reported to be cleared at 4:30 a.m Round Rock police later stated that theywere called to assist the U.S Marshals Fugitive Task Force regarding this incident and are not the primary agency handling the case No Round Rock officers were involved in this incident Any information or updates about the investigation should be directed to the U.S This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available Texas — Round Rock police responded to a bank robbery reported on Palm Valley Boulevard on Thursday ALSO| Manor man sentenced to 40 years for wire fraud involving fake cartel threats Police say no one is in custody at this time This is a developing story and will be updated with more information That squeaking noise you'll be hearing in the Coachella Valley this week is from all the sneakers in action at what has become a holiday staple in the desert The Rancho Mirage Desert Holiday Classic basketball tournament There will be more than 100 teams playing at seven venues across the desert over four days Some of the tops teams in the country will be here some top teams from outside the country will be there will be boys' teams and there will be girls' teams If you like high school basketball you'll find something to watch including the Friday Night dunk contest which has become a crowd favorite Here is everything you need to know about this hoops-filled event: Desert Christian AcademyGirls: Xavier Prep Coachella ValleyThree Teams To WatchHarvard Westlake: One of the top 25 high schools in the country and a top five team in California according to MaxPreps Harvard Westlake storms into the Ranch Mirage event with a 12-1 record and multiple Division I players against Bellevue (Wash.).Notre Dame (Sherman Oaks): The Knights are 12-1 on the season and ranked among the top 15 teams in California They are playing just one showcase game at this tournament against Sierra Vista (Nevada) at 7:45 p.m on Friday.Liberty (Nevada): The defending open division champions from Henderson They will start their campaign at 3:30 p.m on Thursday against Mater Dei.Five players to watchNikolas Khamenia 207 pound forward is ranked in the top 30 players of the 2025 class by both 247 sports (19) and ESPN (26) and has already committed to Duke.Xavion Staton Sierra Vista (Nev.): Staton is almost 7-feet tall and has committed to BYU 34 on ESPN's top 100 players in the 2025 class 2 center in the country in his class.Latt Ford (Wash.): Ford is considered the top junior in the state of Washington and he showed off his game at this event last year A 6-foot-6 small forward with guard skills.Joe Sterling Harvard Westlake: One of the best pure shooters in the 2026 class has played in this event before with Crespi but has transferred to the powerhouse Harvard Westlake this year.Luke Barnett Mater Dei: The junior is one of the top shooting guards in the 2026 class The 6-foot-4 guard will be one to watch on the Mater Dei squad this year.Full scheduleTHURSDAY The schedule for Monday's action will be available at the tournament's website desertholidayclassic.com on Sunday the only remaining location of Shipley Do-Nuts in Round Rock is at 3250 E Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page.