Staff Reports (Victor Valley)–The Mojave River Watershed Group is holding their annual public workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 10 at the Spring Valley Lake Community Center from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. This workshop will benefit anyone who is currently, or looking to,…
Category: Phelan
Phelan is an unincorporated town located in San Bernardino County, California south of SR 18 and northeast of SR 138. 30 miles east of Palmdale and 18 miles west of Victorville, the town is situated in the Victor Valley in the Mojave Desert north of the San Gabriel Mountains. As of 2007, the town of Phelan has a population just under 20,000 people, with an elevation of 4,112 ft at the town center, located at the corner of Phelan Rd at Sheep Creek Rd. It is served by the Snowline Joint Unified School District.
Called “The Land of Champagne Climate,” Phelan’s history dates back to the days of the Mormon Trail, when settlers would pass through the area on their way to San Bernardino and points beyond. Despite this long history, the area is still relatively rural. Most businesses are situated in strip malls dotted along the sides of Phelan Rd, and the “main hub” of town would be the crossroad of Phelan Rd. and Sheepcreek Rd., where the majority of commercial activity and businesses are located. Overall, there is only a handful of businesses in this town. Paved roads are few due to the low population.
The Snowline Joint Unified School District serves Phelan as well as Wrightwood, Piñon Hills, Baldy Mesa, Oak Hills, and the West Cajon Valley. The area’s schools include Piñon Mesa Middle School, Serrano High School (named after the Serrano people), Quail Valley Middle School, Baldy Mesa Elementary, Piñon Hills Elementary, Wrightwood Elementary, Vista Verde Elementary, Heritage School, Chaparral High School, Desert View Independent School, Eagle Summit Community Day School, and Phelan Elementary.
Phelan was named after Senator James D. Phelan.
Better local healthcare? KPC spokesman pledges improvements that will ultimately benefit High Desert patients.
By Miguel Gonzalez Editor & Founder (Victorville)– The possible takeover of Victor Valley Hospital by Riverside hospital management firm KPC Global could mark a positive step for healthcare in the High Desert, said a company spokesman on Friday. Bill…
Keeping the arts alive: County to fund programs at Victor Valley Museum.
Staff Reports (Apple Valley) – The Board of Supervisors authorized the County Museum to receive a grant to fund programs at the soon-to-reopen Victor Valley Museum in Apple Valley at 11873 Apple Valley Road. “The museum will provide educational outreach programs…
Change equals positive: High Desert Daily to update local election results.
Staff Reports (Victor Valley)– On Tuesday voters in the Victor Valley will make their wishes known. High Deseret Daily will have up-to-date results starting Tuesday night, when the first reports from the County’s registrar’s office are made available. Follow your…
Applause: VVWRA Receives $3 Million State Grant.
Staff Reports (Victor Valley) – The Victor Valley Wastewater Reclamation Authority (VVWRA) has received a $3 million grant to help improve the quality of water released from its treatment facility, which was recently ranked as the second best plant of its…
Working Together: Water conservation = affordable bills in Adelanto, High Desert.
By Miguel Gonzalez Editor & Founder (Adelanto)– Confusion has led to anger for Adelanto residents, who recently saw big jump in their water bills. But city officials said Thursday that there is a positive solution to do away with this…
Undead Ball, Sat Oct. 30th dance party for all ages at Victorville Events Center.
Staff Reports: (Victorville) Nothing to do for Haloween? How about dancing the night off in a safe enviroment? Check out the Undead Ball this weekend, an event for all ages featuring some of the area’s most popular DJ’s of electronic…
Get involved: Mojave Water Agency to hold meetings Today, Thursday.
Staff Reports (Apple Valley)– The Mojave Water Agency will hold a “Watermaster Meeting” and a “Regular Board Meeting” on Wednesday and Thursday, respectively. Wednesday’s meeting will last from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Thursday’s meeting will last from 4:30 pm…
Correction: Guest Sunday Column, If saving water is more important than ever, how and where can I save?
Editor’s note: We must sincerely apologize to the Mojave Water Agency. A genuine staff mistake was made on the publication of pictures. Please see below the correct pictures. Miguel Gonzalez. By Mojave Water Agency Staff (Apple Valley)–With…
“Showtime” comes to the High Desert.
By Miguel Gonzalez Editor & Founder To view more pictures of High Desert Opportunity, please click here —> http://highdesertdaily.com/?page_id=640 (Victorville)—They came from near and far, all with a purpose in mind: network, network, and network. Nearly 1,000 business men and women…