Cielo Vista Charter School students performed clapped and cheered when June 19 was declared "Mrs. Lynda Lake Day." Principal Lynda Lake has been with Palm Springs Unified School District for 38 years and spearheaded the movement to make Cielo Vista a charter school.

Hear the students cheer at Cielo Vista Charter School

In the wake of Mel Haber’s passing, longtime Melvyn’s maître d’ Brian Ellis and bartender Mark Myrick reminisce about the decades they spent with the restaurateur. From Haber’s sense of humor to his unique response to restaurant complaints, the pair opens up about the man who was more than their boss – he was a revered friend.

Listen to stories about Mel Haber, owner of Melvyn's restaurant, by those who knew him best

The Shadow Hills' senior baseball standout also has musical talents.

Listen to Kevin Morden's song "Caffeine"

Tim McIntosh, who performs as Marina Mac each Thursday, says he tries to keep his weekly performances compelling.

McIntosh says he works each week to keep his show fresh

Tim McIntosh talks about everything a queen must be aware of during a performance.

McIntosh says drag is about more than performing

Tim McIntosh says the Copa Room's backstage can be chaotic as they prepare for a show.

McIntosh says backstage can be chaotic

Dan McGrath interviews The Desert Sun's Bruce Fessier about Frank Sinatra, life in the desert and his 40-year career in journalism.

Dan McGrath chats with Bruce Fessier about his 40-year career

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