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Mark Talkington

Mark is the cofounder and publisher of The Post. He first moved to the Coachella Valley in 1994 and is currently a Palm Springs resident. After a long career in newspapers (including The Desert Sun) and major news websites such as ESPN.com and MSN.com, he started The Post’s parent company, Valley Voice Media, in 2021.

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Revised $33 million Dave Erwin Park plan approved, but without some features

Construction is expected to finish by summer 2029, and staff are pursuing about $24 million in potential grants to offset the cost.

Palm Desert council backs removable-sidewalk plan for permanent outdoor dining

During a Thursday study session, councilmembers said they support advancing a program with a preferred design for El Paseo, while noting only two restaurants are using the current program.

City leaders considering extending COD lease for library instead of building new

Mayor Evan Trubee told a city committee Tuesday that renovating the existing space at College of the Desert could cost $10 million to $12 million, far less than a standalone building.

Palm Desert council approves construction manager for two fire station rebuilds

Fire Station 33, at 44-400 Town Center Way, will undergo tenant improvements, while Fire Station 71, at 73-995 Country Club Drive, will be demolished and rebuilt.