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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. Celebrate July 4th Across The High Desert
By Nikki Garrett Metzger (Victor Valley) – It is a holiday celebrated by cookouts, family get togethers, and, of course, FIREWROKS! As we all know, fireworks are illegal for all parts of the High Desert except within the city of Adelanto, so most fireworks fans seek out local professional shows to enjoy a spectacular... Summer Heat Can Make You Sick – Tips to Keep Your Cool in Hot Weather
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)- – With the arrival of summer this week it is time to focus on the best ways to stay cool during the long hot days ahead. Getting too hot can make you sick. You can become ill from the heat if your body can’t compensate for it and properly... Most Town Departments Close For Holiday Observance
By Staff Reports (Apple Valley)–Apple Valley Town Hall will be closed Wednesday, July 4 and Thursday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day; and on Friday, July 6 for the regularly scheduled bi-weekly closure. Essential services will still be performed and building inspections will be offered on Thursday and Friday. The Household Hazardous Waste collection center... FIREWORKS SAFETY – Leave It To The Experts, Say County Fire Officials
By Nikki Garrett Metzger (Victor Valley)- – The big 4th of July holiday is nearly upon us. San Bernardino County Fire officials want to remind everyone that possession of any type of fireworks, including “Safe and Sane” fireworks, is against the law in any unincorporated area of San Bernardino County, which includes all areas... Tips For Safe Outdoor Grilling This Summer
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)- – Summer is here and that means outdoor grilling. The fire officials are urging you to be fire safe when you are barbecuing and grilling outdoors. Unfortunately, this time of year also brings injuries and fires because of outdoor cooking and recreational fires. According to the United States Fire... Fourth Of July Safety Tips For Your Family Pet
By Staff Reports (Hesperia)– – The days surrounding our Independence Day holiday can be filled with family gatherings, barbeques and official fireworks displays. While you may enjoy the festivities, it is important to remember that this time of year can be especially scary and potentially dangerous for family pets. Fireworks, both legal and illegal,... Perfect Weather To Celebrate The July 4th Holiday This Week
By Nikki Garrett Metzger (Victor Valley)- – More hot and windy weather is in store for the first week of July across the High Desert. The National Weather Service in San Diego says we will see sunny and hot days this week, with windy conditions in the afternoon and evenings. Daytime highs will be... Give The Gift Of Life – Donate Blood And See A Movie
By Staff Reports (Victorville) – The need for donated blood always goes up around holidays, especially those in which people tend to drive to their destinations. Experts say more cars on the road means a higher tendency for accidents, therefore the need for blood rises. LifeStream is urging local residents to make a lifesaving... Fire Worries Oak Hills Residents
By Nikki Garrett Metzger Managing Editor (Pinon Hills) – Firefighters were able to contain a Fire near Pinon Hills using water dropping helicopters along with Bulldozer. The blaze was in the area of Hwy 138 and 263rd Street, which is the San Bernardino/LA County line. It was about 4 miles north-northwest of Wrightwood. The... Apple Valley To Host LifeStream Blood Drive
By Staff Reports (Apple Valley)–It is so easy to save a life and only takes a few minutes. Come and find out how simple it is on Tuesday, July 3 when the Town of Apple Valley hosts its next LifeStream blood drive. Healthy individuals at least 15 years of age may donate blood. Those... |
