He was a drive-in movie maker whose own life’s end was just as ghastly as the terrors that he put on the screen!
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The interior design of Sunnylands in Rancho Mirage is truly a sight to behold. Now there is an exhibit on that property which showcases much of this custom designed furniture and honors it’s designer, William Haines.
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If you’re a local resident, you may know Thomas Bruno as the owner of Lappert’s Ice Cream in Palm Desert. But you may not know his past experiences as a New York firefighter, how he served his country on America’s darkest day or how he continues to honor his past profession.
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Lucy, Jack Benny, Joe Mannix, the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air…
Many memorable tv characters have ventured out to our desert. Join me as I take a look back at some Palm Springs related episodes of your favorite series in this edition of Our Desert Past with Steve Sumrall. -
Imagine starting a business in the California desert with limited resources such as water and electricity, or opening a gas station without gas pumps.
These were the conditions faced by the founders of the desert community known as Chiriaco Summit, which recently celebrated its 90th anniversary. Steve Sumrall takes a look back in this edition of Our Desert Past. -
It was 2008 when the city of Palm Springs found a way to draw attention to their rich history while honoring their neighborhoods. NBC Palm Springs Steve Sumrall examines the Palm Springs Blade Signs in this edition of Our Desert Past.
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These visitors from the Jurassic age have been entertaining passing motorists on Interstate 10 since the 1960’s and just recently, they have served as a memorial to a beloved entertainer.
NBC Palm Springs Steve Sumrall takes a look back at the Dinosaurs of Cabazon in this edition of Our Desert Past. -
Before becoming a haven for golf and tennis enthusiasts, the city of La Quinta has been many things; from part of an ancient lake to an escape for the Hollywood elite.
NBC Palm Springs Steve Sumrall takes you on a tour of the La Quinta Museum in this edition of Our Desert Past!
Much thanks to Sharla Fox, Linda Williams and Kim Richards for their assistance in putting this feature together!
