New principals assigned to AVUSD schools
Rancho Verde, Sycamore Rocks have fresh leadership facesFrom Staff ReportsApple Valley Unified School District this month welcomed two new principals to elementary schools within the district.Joe...
View Article'Art of Happiness' presentation highlight of festival
By L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewThe kids are screaming, your cell phone’s ringing off the hook and you still have a “To Do” list to tackle that’s a mile long. With all that going on every day, who...
View ArticleFestival returns to spiritual living center
Semi-annual event expanding in vendors, attendeesBy L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewAs public interest continues to grow in the connection between mind, body and spirit, it’s no surprise attendance at...
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Mic open to expressive locals
By L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewCreative expression takes center stage every Wednesday at Maggie Vee’s Open Mic Night. Singer/songwriters and spoken word artists from across the Victor Valley get...
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Five-member Norteno-inspired 'Villa 5' band making a name
By L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewFrom rags to almost riches is the story so far for the Apple Valley-based family band Villa 5. The group’s five members began performing together as children despite...
View ArticleLet’s try for information sharing
By Pat Orr Apple Valley ReviewAt 6:30 p.m. today in the Town Conference Center, a “special” meeting/workshop will be held to discuss the possible financing options available to the town should they be...
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Local writers club mans booth at LA festival
By L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewWith over 800,000 books available on Amazon, it’s no wonder authors have a tough time competing in the marketplace. Dwight Norris, president of the High Desert branch...
View ArticleTown receives awards for financial reporting
From Staff ReportsWhen it comes to responsible accounting and providing clear, informative financial reports, the town is again among the best in the nation. Two awards given to the town recently back...
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AVHS grad gets People's Choice nod
Luis Rivera and business partner win at Rhode Island school competitionBy L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewTaking a big bite out of his competition proved to be a piece of cake for Apple Valley resident...
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Reunited for the music
Eric Uglum, Bud Bierbaus rejoin forces after 25 years for new CD, live showBy L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewA chance meeting at the Dana Point Café back in 1990 opened up a whole world of surprising...
View ArticleTaxed enough already?
By Pat Orr Apple Valley ReviewRather than attempt to reduce waste in programs we already have and refuse to extend benefits to millions more, our legislative brain trust is contemplating new ways to...
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Browse local goods, gifts at Lion's Park
Vendor space open for May 16 eventBy L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewBefore you throw out that old coffee table or power tool that has seen its better days, you might want to think about selling those...
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Aquatics programs diving into summer season
Lessons registration open at Swim Fair SaturdayFrom staff reportsFrom swim fairs to swim lessons and water festivals, Apple Valley is inviting residents to dive into its aquatics programs set to kick...
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Alvarez dubbed Employee of the Quarter
From staff reportsTara Alvarez is the perfect example of someone who won’t take no for an answer. The town wasn’t hiring in 2008 when she decided she wanted to work for code enforcement, so she...
View ArticleCourtyard concerts return Thursday
Lorena Mackey and the John Burcher Band to kick off month-long seriesBy L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewThe ability to deliver spot-on performances of time-honored classics seems to be the key to...
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Free 'Having a Ball' series aims to introduce toddlers to balls, play equipment
By L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewToddlers get ready! A whole lot of interactive fun and education await at the town’s Park and Recreation Department’s “Having a Ball” four-week series of classes. The...
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Making nutrition their business
Gold Star Foods supplies fruits, vegetables, meats to many area schoolsBy L.J. Gambone Apple Valley Review/Hesperia StarIt’s an age-old saying that a healthy body equals a healthy mind. It must be true...
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Under Construction builds loyal fan base
High Desert band to perform at Concerts in The Courtyard series ThursdayBy L.J. Gambone Apple Valley Review/Hesperia StarFor the past four years, the High Desert-based musical group Under Construction...
View ArticleFeinstein’s desert bill exposes divided interests
Apple Valley supports it, but County Supervisor Lovingood doesn't By Pat Orr Apple Valley ReviewSen. Dianne Feinstein’s staff has been “working” the High Desert communities for some time now to line up...
View ArticleTreasure hunting in Sycamore Rocks
Great turnout expected for community yard sale By L.J. Gambone Apple Valley ReviewOn any given weekend in the High Desert, there’s ample opportunity to do a little treasure hunting at yard sales. But...
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