.jpg) |
 |
 |
PhelanPhelan 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. Countywide Gun Buy Back Program
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)–On Saturday, June 1, 2013, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department in partnership with Barstow, Chino, Colton, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Redlands, Rialto, San Bernardino and Upland Police Departments will be participating in the first countywide Gun Buy Back Program. The countywide... Staying Snake Safe
By Staff Reports (Hesperia)–– As our community is beginning to enjoy the warm desert weather, residents are noticing that snakes are also making their presence known. This time of year it is common to see a wide variety of wildlife, including rattlesnakes, taking advantage of the ample food supply and comfortable temperatures. The City... Business Profile: Reach Me Local
By Janice Eck High Desert Daily Location: Inland Empire and High Desert Website: www.reachmelocal.net and www.reachmelocal.com Telephone: (888) 491-2770 E-mail: info@reachmelocal.com Date Established: April 1, 2012 (.net) Owner: Sal Torres (Victor Valley)– With 7 out of 10 businesses failing within the first 5 years, marketing and advertising could be the most important aspect to... Sheriff McMahon To Speak At Lunch Benefit
By Staff Reports (Victorville)–On Wednesday May 8th, Sheriff John McMahon will be the guest speaker, at a lunch catered by Panera Bread to benefit the Sunset Hills Children’s Foundation. McMahon will be giving a follow up on the Dorner case, with maps of Big Bear. The lunch, in collaboration with General Motors, will be... Career Vision Seminar Comes to High Desert May 8
By Staff Reports (Victorville)–A special six-hour employment workshop for job seekers and career changers will provide out-of-the-box ideas that turn the job search process from reactive to proactive — even in a bleak economy. The free seminar will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 8 at the San Bernardino County –... $100,000 In Volunteer Labor Helps High Desert Parks, Schools
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)–Free labor and equipment services recently donated by a small army of volunteer workers topped the $100,000 mark, San Bernardino County officials said. Some 909 volunteers from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints fanned out across the Victor Valley on April 27 as part of the statewide Mormon... Embrace The Change: Event At CSUSB Promotes Mental Wellness
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)– – An event to honor people who struggle with the daily battle to live mentally healthy lives will be featured at Cal State San Bernardino as part of Mental Health Month on Thursday, May 9. “Embrace the Change: Moving Forward with Hope and Healing” will promote mental wellness, while... San Bernardino County Health Officer Warns Of Smoke From The Summit Fire
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)– Areas of San Bernardino County air quality are being affected by smoke from the Summit fire in the City of Banning. The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a smoke advisory for areas in and surrounding Banning. Public Health Officer Maxwell Ohikhuare, M.D., advised that “infants, children,... Diaz Honored At Saturday’s Cinco De Mayo Festival
By Staff Reports (Victorville)—- He’s been a teacher, coach, counselor, soldier, mentor and city councilman. Throughout his life, Felix Diaz has faithfully served his beloved High Desert in one capacity or another. For his life of dedicated service, Diaz, 79, will be honored at Saturday’s Cinco de Mayo Festival at Victor Valley College. “The High... City of Victorville Budget Workshop “Budget Building Blocks”
By Staff Reports (Victorville)–— Victorville residents are invited to a Budget Workshop presented by Doug Robertson, City Manager for the City of Victorville. This is an interactive workshop that allows the public to gain insight on how the City of Victorville deals with the budget each fiscal year. Learn about the rise and fall... |
