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How Green Is Our Valley

A survey of eco-minded initiatives reveals our desert communities’ commitment to sustainable living With about 360 sunny days a year and a mountain pass that funnels wind across the desert, the Coachella Valley should top the lists of wind and solar-powered communities.

Shhh? Are You Kidding?

With innovative cultural offerings that include music, cooking, and art, libraries across the desert are attracting eager new members

State of the Art

On a mission to become great, Palm Springs Art Museum has reappeared in the constellation of Southern California museums

Leaders Of The Pack

Nine cities. Five women mayors and two women mayors pro tem. The Coachella Valley’s political landscape defies the odds.

Wheels - the Aston Martin DBS

You can spend a lot of time explaining what the Aston Martin DBS is and what it is not. Yes, it is James Bond’s new car, the most expensive vehicle in its small class (for now), and a little sudden looking. But it’s not the replacement for the aged hero Vanquish, an all-new vehicle, or a street version of the Le Mans-winning DBR9 racer.

Wine - Kicking Up Dust

Dusty fruit sounds like something you'd want to avoid. Yet Paul Bologna, sommelier at Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort & Spa, sings its praises. Well, actually, he sings the praises of Oregon pinot noirs when he describes “dusty fruit” as part of the flavor profile that distinguishes Oregon pinot noirs from California pinot noirs.