Oakland A's MLN: Who's Hot? May 19, 2009
His two-run homerun off of former first-round pick on Sunday was the deciding factor in the Stockton Ports 9-7 win at High Desert. The Ports have won four straight, including three in a row against first-place High Desert. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Minor League Report - May 15 May 16, 2009
the Baltimore native struck out 10 and picked up the win in Inland Empires 13-3 triumph on May 7 at High Desert (Mariners)the 21-year-old started the Single-A Midwest League All-Star Game for Great Lakes in 2008 and led the Dodger chain with a combined 12 wins for the Loons and Inland Empire. . (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Calif. housing affordability eases May 15, 2009
At 83 percent, the High Desert region was the most affordable area in the state. The San Luis Obispo County region was the least affordable in the state at 49 percent, followed by the Orange County region at 56 percent. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Ex-SLA fugitive arrives in Illinois for parole May 13, 2009
James William Kilgore, 61, has checked in with his parole officer after his release Sunday from the High Desert State Prison in northeastern California, Illinois Department of Corrections spokesman Derek Schnapp said Tuesday. But Schnapp said he could say little else about Kilgore, who spent years living in South Africa under an alias after his involvement in a bank robbery that killed a woman. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Last SLA inmate released from Calif. prison May 12, 2009
James William Kilgore, 61, was paroled from High Desert State Prison after serving a six-year sentence for his role in the murder of housewife Myrna Opsahl during an April 1975 bank robbery. The victim's son, Jon Opsahl, said Sunday it felt "ironic" and "strange" that Kilgore was released on Mother's Day. (MSNBC -- Crime)
For murder victim's son, SLA inmate release on Mother's Day "ironic" May 11, 2009
James William Kilgore, 61, was paroled Sunday from High Desert State Prison after serving a six-year sentence for his role in the murder of Myrna Opsahl during an April 1975 bank robbery, a corrections officials said. Kilgore was the last-captured member of the SLA, a radical 1970s-era group notorious for bank robberies, killings and the kidnapping of newspaper heiress Patricia Hearst. (Fresno Bee -- State)
'70s radical in Hearst kidnapping paroled from Calif. prison May 11, 2009
James William Kilgore, 61, was paroled from High Desert State Prison after serving a six-year sentence for the murder of Myrna Opsahl during an April 1975 bank robbery. State Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation spokesman Oscar Hidalgo said parole agents processed Kilgore's release at the Susanville prison. (Boston Globe)
BBM California League Glance May 10, 2009
High Desert (Mariners) 20 10 ... Lake Elsinore 4, High Desert 3 ... High Desert at Lake Elsinore, 5:05 p.m.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Nineteen Hits Don't Help Sixers in 16-13 loss May 7, 2009
A late touchdown turned a 13-9 Inland Empire lead into a 16-13 win for High Desert ... Seven-Run Eighth Sinks Sixers The 66ers fought back from a 7-1 deficit and collected 19 hits, but the High Desert Mavericks tacked seven runs on the scoreboard in the eighth inning to take a 16-13 win ... Then High Desert answered in the bottom half, sending 11 batters to the plate and scoring seven times off Daigoro Rondon and Miguel Sanfler. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Dunigan lighting up the Cal League May 7, 2009
(High Desert Mavericks) ... Dunigan hit his third homer of the night, a walk-off two-run shot in the 11th inning, to give the High Desert Mavericks a wild 12-10 victory over the 66ers ... Dunigan deposited an offering from Gonzalez over the right field fence, ending the four-hour marathon and giving High Desert its sixth win in eight games. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Packing clinic continues through SundayKlamath County Fairgrounds hosts annual event May 3, 2009
2009 seems to be the year for books becoming movies. Here s a list of upcoming films adapted from popular books. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Last SLA inmate cleared to serve parole in Ill. Apr 29, 2009
James Kilgore, 61, is completing a six-year sentence at High Desert State Prison in Susanville for his role in the murder of Myrna Opsahl, a mother of four who was killed during a 1975 bank robbery in Carmichael, a Sacramento suburb. California corrections spokeswoman Terry Thornton said Illinois authorities have agreed to supervise Kilgore for a year. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Seattle's Silva snags first victory of 2009 Apr 28, 2009
Dunigan, Liddi, Lo hit two homers apiece for High Desert. MLB Headlines. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Local Industry News and Notes Apr 28, 2009
This is Delta Liquid Energy s second rail facility; the other is in the California High Desert area. Delta Liquid Energy is a third-generation, family-owned propane marketer headquartered in Paso Robles. (Santa Maria Times)
Suit targets sage grouse habitat Apr 20, 2009
The focus of the lawsuit is a chicken-sized game bird -- mottled brown, black and white -- found on sagebrush plains and high desert from Colorado to California and into southern Canada. The government estimates as many as 16 million sage grouse inhabited the West in the early 1800s when they were first observed by Lewis and Clark. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
California League Apr 19, 2009
High Desert (Mariners) ... High Desert 4, Lancaster 2 ... High Desert at Lancaster, 5 p.m.. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
• Lawyers ask judge to split sweeping grazing suit Apr 17, 2009
In recent years, Western Watersheds has landed several legal blows to the federal government's management of sage grouse, a chicken-sized bird that once proliferated in the sagebrush plains and high desert ecosystems from Colorado to northeastern California and into southern Canada. Government scientists say as many as 16 million sage grouse lived in western states in the early 1800s, but its numbers have dwindled to 100,000, according to a 2005 estimate. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Glendale's Bead Museum faces closure Apr 15, 2009
High Desert Bead Society of Northern Arizona. (anita@ highdesertbeadsociety. (AZCentral -- News)
Taking A Journey Within Apr 14, 2009
There is a six-day pre-graduation quest for seniors in the high desert of the eastern Sierra and a seven-day trip for juniors and seniors in Death Valley in early spring ... On my first vision quest, in the high desert in California, I wasn't paying attention to where I was walking and I almost stepped on a rattlesnake. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
California League Standings Apr 9, 2009
High Desert (Mariners) 0 0 ... Salem at High Desert, 10:05 p.m. ... Salem at High Desert, 10:05 p.m.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Suburban, urban coyotes alarm residents Apr 1, 2009
After generations of urban living, some coyotes navigate subdivisions as easily as the cactus and scrub oak of the high desert where their ancestors roamed. Experts won't even try to guess how many coyotes there are nationwide. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Off-duty prison guard attacked at NorCal rest stop Mar 29, 2009
Sheriff's Sgt. Ken Nelson says the attack on the corrections officer from High Desert State Prison in Susanville is considered an attempted homicide on a peace officer. The unidentified officer was driving to the prison around 5:30 a.m. Friday when he was stabbed at a rest stop along Highway 147 about 65 miles northwest of Chico. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Sacramento home sales up 81 percent Mar 27, 2009
The High Desert region had the lowest price, at $121,970. Reader Comments. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
F-22 crashes in desert Mar 26, 2009
One of the Air Force s top-of-the-line F-22 fighter jets crashed Wednesday in the high desert of Southern California. There was no immediate word on whether the pilot ejected. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
F-22 goes down in Calif., pilot killed Mar 26, 2009
One of the Air Force's top-of-the-line F-22 fighter jets crashed Wednesday in the high desert of Southern California ... (AP) One of the Air Force's top-of-the-line F-22 fighter jets crashed Wednesday in the high desert of Southern California, killing a test pilot for prime contractor Lockheed Martin Corp.. (USA Today)
Energy first, aesthetics second Mar 26, 2009
In the high desert of California, we have the greatest source of energy in our celestial neighborhood the sun. And you re more concerned about how it would look and how it might affect some tortoises. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Pilot Killed In F-22 Crash In SoCal Desert Mar 26, 2009
The Air Force said a F-22 Raptor jet fighter (similar to the one pictured) crashed in the high desert of Southern California. Lockheed Martin said one of its test pilots was killed in the crash of an Air Force F-22 fighter jet in the Southern California desert. (Click2Houston, TX)
The hills are alive Spring is spectacular in the Indian Canyons Mar 20, 2009
The trail takes you through the lush jungle-like river bottom of Palm Canyon, out onto back country high desert plateaus where the entire horizon seems to open up. As beautiful as the canyon is, with its massive palm trees, running water and lush canyon floors, it is the high country that brings out the beauty of the desert. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Brett brothers to purchase Quakes Mar 19, 2009
The Brett brothers currently own the California League's High Desert Mavericks, which they must sell because one entity is not allowed to control two franchises in the same league. The Bretts also own the Western Hockey League's Spokane Chiefs and the Bellingham Bells of the independent West Coast League. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
George Brett to buy another minor league team Mar 18, 2009
Bells baseball team of the West Coast League and the High Desert Mavericks, another California League team. The brothers each have a team in the Northwest League, too. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
California Due to Release Domestic Terrorist Mar 16, 2009
Olson, was born Kathleen Ann Soliah in North Dakota and grew up in Palmdale, in the high desert north of Los Angeles. If her release goes as planned, her attorneys say she will be paroled to her mother's house in Palmdale and will have 24 hours to report to her California parole agent. (Fox News)
Green.view: Sweating the small stuff Mar 10, 2009
com, a website that advises car buyers, performed its test on normal roads in California s high desert. This ended in a dead heat between windows and air conditioning, except in the case of SUVs with open sunroofs, whose owners should keep them shut. (The Economist)
Guzman seeks to match glove with bat Mar 8, 2009
Guzman reported to the Mariners' High Desert affiliate in the high-Class A California League for the 2007 season and thrived. He garnished a. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Dog shot in the chest Mar 8, 2009
"We committed to the cost of the initial visit and X-rays at the High Desert Animal Hospital in Yucca Valley, but cannot handle the much-needed surgery," Porter said ... Donations are being accepted for the $500 to $700 needed for High Desert Animal Hospital to perform Angel's surgery ... Contributions to Angel's cause are being accepted at Critter Coalition and the High Desert Animal Hospital. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Caught at 100 mph -- now what? Mar 5, 2009
He says: "Upon a stop, the officer will issue a citation and then it goes to county, where a court determines the fine. He says most offenders are caught on "the outskirts of big cities, high desert areas or rural populations. " Don't Miss AOL Autos: AOL Autos: AOL Autos: Arizona is the only state with a permanent freeway camera system, while others including Florida enforce by aircraft. Know your rights When you've been pulled over, most attorneys will advise you to not admit guilt, as it may... (CNN)
Workers retrain for wind-energy jobs Mar 5, 2009
But that was before construction jobs vanished like a fast-moving dust storm in this blustery high desert. Hard times have brought them to a classroom in Kern County, about 120 miles northeast of Los Angeles, to learn a different trade. (Boston Globe)
Bolivia pins hopes on lithium, electric vehicles Mar 3, 2009
Extracting the lithium, meanwhile, would plant a substantial human footprint in one of the world's most remote places, a 12,000 foot high desert visited only by flocks of pink flamingos and occasional tourists. The metal, found in salty water typically just a few yards below the crusty surface, would be pumped into evaporation pools and then trucked away. (USA Today -- Tech)
Tiger makes celebrated return and early departure Feb 28, 2009
By late Thursday, more than a few members of the media were on the phone with airlines to book flights out of the high desert in Arizona. Phil Mickelson at No. 5 was the highest seed still alive heading into the third round Friday, having survived another late collapse to hang on for a 1-up victory over fellow Masters champion Zach Johnson. (FOX 11, AZ)
Halman ready for Classic challenge Feb 28, 2009
(High Desert Mavericks). Mariners Headlines. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Trappings of Texas: Western Art & Cowboy Gear Feb 27, 2009
Near the remote town of Westfall, located in the high desert country of eastern Oregon, Ernie, wife Teresa, and their two sons enjoy a small ranch that they call home ... Her dream was to settle on the high desert, tame wild mustangs and do rope tricks with Monte Montana. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Tiger's much-hyped return ends in second round Feb 27, 2009
And he did, pouring in six birdies and constantly putting the pressure on Woods throughout a sunny day in the high desert. Clark won, 4 and 2, when he hit his tee shot to 4 feet that Woods conceded for birdie after failing to chip in from off the green. (Athens Banner-Herald)
LA County seeks review of solar plant project Feb 25, 2009
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power wants to build the solar facility on 4,000 largely undeveloped acres of the high desert property. Backers say it would generate up to 100 megawatts of clean energy and help the city comply with Measure B, a proposition on the March 3 Los Angeles ballot that would require the city to generate 400 megawatts of electricity from solar installations by 2014. (Fresno Bee -- State)
181 teachers laid off Feb 24, 2009
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First impressions of Klamath Falls Feb 19, 2009
Per Spective wrote on Feb 12, 2009 12:26 PM:" Because of the geographical isolation of Klamath Falls, some may not like it here becaus you're at least 80 minutes away from any city or town close to our population. iIn that aspect, it's unusual...the beginning of the high desert. Go east 90 miles and see how much worse it gets in that regard. Those who call this a dirty little town could say that about any city in the state or country.. If your gripe is about superficial things like specialized... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Almost 75% of Sacramento families can afford a home Feb 19, 2009
The High Desert such as Palmdale and Lancaster is the most affordable region in the state, at 76 percent. Sacramento County s affordability index is based on an entry-level home price of $159,750, allowing a homebuyer who earns $31,500 per year eligible for the purchase. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Entertainer Spotlight on Reallyshooo Feb 13, 2009
The Makutas have been performing their zany mix of energetic Cajun punk rock at local watering holes in both the low and high deserts since they arrived here from L.A. seven years ago ... For their performances they have acquired a cadre of able backup musicians who reside in and around the high desert. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Homeland Offense Feb 8, 2009
What has High Desert residents confused is that they are not used to military police so far from the Marine base, reported local news ABC affiliate KESQ, suggesting that Posse Comitatus had been compromised. Not so, said Marine Lt. Thomas Beck: We were not actively participating in enforcing any laws. (The American Conservative)
Vandals Sign 20 New Recruits Feb 8, 2009
" said Homme after his visit to Idaho: I like the campus a lot. Im from a small town myself, and its kinda got that small town atmosphere. Its not too big, but its not too small. I think Ill fit in great there. 6-5, 306, Offensive Line Santiago High School (Corona, CA) Ranked No. 94 OT in America All Big Eight first team All-Riverside County first team Press-Enterprise all-area team first-team all-California Interscholastic Federation Inland Division ... (VandalVenue.com)
Oregon Recreation Report Feb 8, 2009
Cross country skiing along the North Loop Road can provide excellent access to an abundance of winter wildlife viewing, as well as spectacular views of the high desert in winter. Most migrant shorebirds and sandhill cranes have passed through the area for wintering areas further south. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Jazz singer Nancy Wilson has collapsed lung Apr 1, 2008
Wilson, who lives in the Southern California high desert, began experiencing pain and was taken to the hospital by her husband, Wiley Burton. Devra Levy said she did not know the cause of the collapsed lung. (MSNBC -- News)
Spring notebook: 101 Mar 27, 2008
S Josh LaGrone - grayshirt who was the High Desert League Player fo the Year in 2006. DT - grayshirt who is the cousin of defensive tackle. (BeaverFootball.com)
A Threat To Public Safety And Pet Dogs, Too Mar 27, 2008
Scrap metal thieves putting High Desert hydrants out of service. Article:Scrap metal thieves putting High Desert hydrants out of:/n/a/2008/03/26/state/n084401D53 ... DTL Article:Scrap metal thieves putting High Desert hydrants out of:/n/a/2008/03/26/state/n084401D53. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Gregory's determination makes this longest walk Mar 26, 2008
Gregory already has walked more that 250 miles, from the mountainous terrain of Kapalua to the high desert of Arizona. "It's pretty incredible,'' said Heath Slocum, whom Gregory followed for 72 holes over five days at Doral.Gregory was born 10 weeks premature. When oxygen was pumped into his collapsed lungs, the pressure caused blood vessels to burst in his legs, and they grew so curved that his feet pointed out at a 90-degree angle.Anyone could see this child was different because of his... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Minor League Report: Ibanez inspires youth Mar 22, 2008
" Hunter said the Minor League managers, coaches and instructors are working on bunting, baserunning and trying to get batters to have confidence they can hit with two strikes, so they can be more selective early in the count. Class of '07: The organization is excited about the early-round selections from last June's First-Year Player Draft, starting at the top with first-rounder Phillippe Aumont, the class valedictorian as far as being the only one invited to the Major League camp. Hunter... (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
New evidence suggests more Manson victims in Calif. desert Mar 21, 2008
High desert wasteland hides the ranch where a paranoid Charles Manson and his followers holed up after their orgy of murder nearly four decades ago. MOST READ STORIES. (AZCentral -- News)
Mailbag: Who will replace Ramirez? Mar 19, 2008
Triunfel turned 18 years old on February 27, and will probably start the regular season with Class-A High Desert of the California League. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Forensics Suggest Digging For Graves At Manson Site Mar 18, 2008
-- Rumors have swirled about possible Charles Manson family victims buried in the California high desert. Now tests suggest there's reason to dig. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Searchers: Manson site may contain more bodies Mar 17, 2008
DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK, California (AP) -- Bone-white stretches of salt, leached up from the lifeless soil, lay like a shroud over the high desert where a paranoid Charles Manson holed up after an orgy of murder nearly four decades ago. Charles Manson and his followers holed up in a remote California ranch after their orgy of murder. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
AP Exclusive: On Manson's trail, forensic testing suggests possible new... Mar 16, 2008
Bone-white stretches of salt, leached up from the lifeless soil, lay like a shroud over the high desert where a paranoid Charles Manson holed up after an orgy of murder nearly four decades ago. Now, as then, few venture into this alkaline wilderness gold-diggers, outlaws, loners content to live and let live. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Genesis Finding: Earth Has a Problem Mar 15, 2008
But when a malfunction caused the capsule to plummet from the sky onto Utah's high desert, it initially seemed that both the craft and any hope of salvaging its results were shattered. Luckily, many of the delicate collectors inside survived the plunge. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Minor League Report: Matt Tuiasosopo Mar 9, 2008
307 with 22 home runs and 102 RBIs for High Desert (Class A California League) last season. He is third, however, on the organizational catching depth chart -- behind Jeff Clement and Rob Johnson. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
An Intro to Southeastern Arizona Mar 8, 2008
Visitors can expect an extremely dry climate which results in dazzling sunshine and comfortable temperatures year-round at the region s high desert elevation. Even in winter, daytime temps rarely dip below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, though at night, the desert loses the sun s warmth quickly and temperatures can drop 30 degrees. (Suite101.com)
California utility starts huge wind project Mar 8, 2008
The first three segments include two new substations, Windhub and Highwind, located near the high desert communities of Mojave and Monolith, Calif. along with four new sets of lines connecting the substations with each other and existing substations. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Oregon Recreation Report (11) Mar 8, 2008
High Desert Museum, Daily Wildlife Programs at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.. 11 a.m. Live Bird Encounter: Meet an owl, hawk or raven at the Birds of Prey Center. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Oregon Hiking Guide Books Mar 2, 2008
These hiking guides tell you how to find the best of the Oregon outdoors from the coast to lush evergreen forests to river canyons and the high desert ... The varied landscape offers dense evergreen forests, ocean beaches, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, high desert country, and deep gorges ... This is your guide for hiking in Oregon from the shore to the eastern mountains and the high desert country. (Suite101.com)
