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The Desert Review The Desert Review is a locally owned, community service based Publication of Record.

The Desert Review, established in 2010, is an award winning, locally owned, and independent online news source (www.thedesertreview.com) and weekly printed publication that covers the events, sports, and people of the Imperial Valley in
southern California and the stories that matter to the community.

When Karina B. Alvarez was sworn in as Imperial County auditor-controller in May 2022, she inherited not just an office,...
09/19/2025

When Karina B. Alvarez was sworn in as Imperial County auditor-controller in May 2022, she inherited not just an office, but an institution scarred by scandal.

IMPERIAL COUNTY — When Karina B. Alvarez was sworn in as Imperial County auditor-controller in May 2022, she inherited not just an office, but an institution scarred by scandal. Her

A new report, “The Devil is in the Details: Environmental Health Impacts of the Hell’s Kitchen Lithium and Power Project...
09/19/2025

A new report, “The Devil is in the Details: Environmental Health Impacts of the Hell’s Kitchen Lithium and Power Project,” released by Comité Cívico del Valle (CCV) and Earthworks, finds that communities living near Imperial County’s emerging “Lithium Valley” may face serious risks from lithium extraction unless stronger protections, oversight and safeguards are put in place, according to the recent press release by CCV.

Commissioned by Comité Cívico del Valle and Earthworks to Protect Communities at the Salton Sea’s “Lithium Valley”

The Brawley City Council addressed several important matters during its September 16 meeting, at improving community eng...
09/19/2025

The Brawley City Council addressed several important matters during its September 16 meeting, at improving community engagement, strengthening municipal operations and advancing public safety initiatives.

Brawley— The Brawley City Council addressed several important matters during its September 16 meeting, at improving community engagement, strengthening municipal operations and advancing public safety initiatives.

The Imperial Valley Healthcare District (IVHD) Board of Directors has declared a vacancy following the resignation of Di...
09/18/2025

The Imperial Valley Healthcare District (IVHD) Board of Directors has declared a vacancy following the resignation of Director Donald Medart Jr. The action came after a sequence of absences, his resignation as Treasurer, and a final voluntary resignation letter received in September 2025.

The Imperial Valley Healthcare District (IVHD) Board of Directors has declared a vacancy following the resignation of Director Donald Medart Jr. The action came after a sequence of absences, his

Mayor Sonia Carter proclaimed the month of October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness month for El Centro at the regular c...
09/18/2025

Mayor Sonia Carter proclaimed the month of October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness month for El Centro at the regular council meeting Tuesday evening, June 16, at City Hall.

EL CENTRO— Mayor Sonia Carter proclaimed the month of October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness month for El Centro at the regular council meeting Tuesday evening, June 16, at City Hall.

The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Board of Directors has adopted a resolution recognizing Sept. 15-19, 2025, as Wat...
09/17/2025

The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Board of Directors has adopted a resolution recognizing Sept. 15-19, 2025, as Water Construction Week in the Imperial Valley, according to a press release Monday.

EL CENTRO — The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Board of Directors has adopted a resolution recognizing Sept. 15-19, 2025, as Water Construction Week in the Imperial Valley, according to a

A tragic car accident occurred when one vehicle hit the rear of the other, causing both to lose control, resulting in on...
09/17/2025

A tragic car accident occurred when one vehicle hit the rear of the other, causing both to lose control, resulting in one death on Highway 86, Sept. 13, around 7:55 a.m. according to a CHP press release.

Imperial County– A tragic car accident occurred when one vehicle hit the rear of the other, causing both to lose control, resulting in one death on Highway 86, Sept. 13,

MANA de Imperial Valley recognized three women at the 2025 Las Primeras Awards Gala and Scholarship Fundraising Night at...
09/17/2025

MANA de Imperial Valley recognized three women at the 2025 Las Primeras Awards Gala and Scholarship Fundraising Night at the Old Eucalyptus Schoolhouse on Friday, Sept. 12, in El Centro. Guests wore formal attire.

EL CENTRO — MANA de Imperial Valley recognized three women at the 2025 Las Primeras Awards Gala and Scholarship Fundraising Night at the Old Eucalyptus Schoolhouse on Friday, Sept. 12,

Scout Troop 4070 invites Imperial Valley boys and their families to two special events this month to learn more about th...
09/17/2025

Scout Troop 4070 invites Imperial Valley boys and their families to two special events this month to learn more about the Scouting program.

IMPERIAL – Scout Troop 4070 invites Imperial Valley boys and their families to two special events this month to learn more about the Scouting program.

“If you see something, say something.”
09/17/2025

“If you see something, say something.”

If You See Something, Say Something®

The Imperial Tigers continued their dominant run this season, overpowering the visiting Fallbrook Warriors in a 56-14 vi...
09/17/2025

The Imperial Tigers continued their dominant run this season, overpowering the visiting Fallbrook Warriors in a 56-14 victory on Friday night to improve to 4-0.

IMPERIAL— The Imperial Tigers continued their dominant run this season, overpowering the visiting Fallbrook Warriors in a 56-14 victory on Friday night to improve to 4-0.

Students in the Imperial Valley are soaring to new heights through their involvement in the local Civil Air Patrol.
09/16/2025

Students in the Imperial Valley are soaring to new heights through their involvement in the local Civil Air Patrol.

IMPERIAL— Students in the Imperial Valley are soaring to new heights through their involvement in the local Civil Air Patrol.

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