As March opens, the star Rigel, in Orion’s foot, reaches its high point directly south around evening mid-twilight, and the Mother-goat star Capella passes its high point, north of overhead, only ...

A preview of the desert's various March entertainment offerings.

There is not one weak link in the cast; every performer is engaging and a joy to watch, and their dancing is superb.

I’m going to the international section of the beer aisle and buying some beers that intrigue me. Then I’ll go home, pour them into one type of glass or another, close my eyes and pretend I’m somewhere ...

The latest restaurant and food news, including new fast-casual Korean in La Quinta; Prime by Olga opens in Palm Desert; and ...

Talking about her work with the YMCA is bittersweet, since she is about to move into a new position as the executive director ...

On this week’s Independent comics page, which is out of contention to become the next surgeon general: This Modern World announces it is running; (Th)ink says goodbye to Gallup’s public opinion ...

With The Dreamboats, Gianmarco “Johnny” Fiacconi’s fantastic drumming skills and vision have helped the group grow into a wildly energetic time-capsule music experience that provides nonstop ’50s and ...

The Coachella Valley Journalism Foundation‘s Media Hall of Fame lunch was on Tuesday—and it was an excellent day for journalism in the Coachella Valley, and for the Independent in particular. About ...

The fellow journalist in question is Chris Quinn, the editor of The Plain Dealer in Cleveland, Ohio. His “Letter From the ...