Desert Messenger News
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Quartzsite's FREE Community Paper, now in our 21st year!
Focusing on Local news, events & entertainment.
Publishing 3rd Wednesday of each month YEAR-ROUND. www.DesertMessenger.com
Shanana Rain Golden-Bear, Editor/Publisher
Focusing on Local news, events & entertainment.
Publishing 3rd Wednesday of each month YEAR-ROUND. www.DesertMessenger.com
Shanana Rain Golden-Bear, Editor/Publisher
Pause and Refresh at the new free SPLASH PAD at Quartzsite Town Park! This map shows easy access off I-10, Exit 17 & Exit 19. On Senter St., just off N. Plymouth Ave. near Children's Playground. New restrooms, picnic tables, & shade. Please support our local businesses!
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November 9, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Pause and Refresh at the new free SPLASH PAD at Quartzsite Town Park! This map shows easy access off I-10, Exit 17 & Exit 19. On Senter St., just off N. Plymouth Ave. near Children's Playground. New restrooms, picnic tables, & shade. Please support our local businesses!
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Did you know the Quartzsite Splash Pad is open to all ages? Quartzsite Poi For Seniors had fun & will return Monday 10:30am at Town Park!
August 17, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Did you know the Quartzsite Splash Pad is open to all ages? Quartzsite Poi For Seniors had fun & will return Monday 10:30am at Town Park!
Thank you to Sylvia Browning and Karey Amon and bakers for all your hard work for the Bake Sale Fundraiser for Joanne Winer held at Quartzsite Senior Center Craft & Yard Sale today. $535 was donated! And thank you to all the donors!
Joanne said, "Tell everyone how much I appreciate all of you!"
Joanne said, "Tell everyone how much I appreciate all of you!"
August 17, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Thank you to Sylvia Browning and Karey Amon and bakers for all your hard work for the Bake Sale Fundraiser for Joanne Winer held at Quartzsite Senior Center Craft & Yard Sale today. $535 was donated! And thank you to all the donors!
Joanne said, "Tell everyone how much I appreciate all of you!"
Joanne said, "Tell everyone how much I appreciate all of you!"
Long time Quartzsite resident Marilyn McFate will turn 95 years young on August 11, 2025. There will be a "Happy Birthday Marilyn" Celebration at the Ladies Lunch Tuesday, August 5th at the Quartzsite Community Center. Lunch is at noon. $15/person. Sharing your "Marilyn Stories" are welcome.
July 31, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Long time Quartzsite resident Marilyn McFate will turn 95 years young on August 11, 2025. There will be a "Happy Birthday Marilyn" Celebration at the Ladies Lunch Tuesday, August 5th at the Quartzsite Community Center. Lunch is at noon. $15/person. Sharing your "Marilyn Stories" are welcome.
If you're looking for places to stay in Quartzsite & La Paz Valley, these RV & Mobile Home Parks are wonderful options. It’s a perfect way to enjoy the outdoors this winter while having all the comforts you need! Please contact parks directly for rates, availability, amenities.
July 30, 2025 at 8:55 PM
If you're looking for places to stay in Quartzsite & La Paz Valley, these RV & Mobile Home Parks are wonderful options. It’s a perfect way to enjoy the outdoors this winter while having all the comforts you need! Please contact parks directly for rates, availability, amenities.
July 16th Desert Messenger News is online! Read Rain's latest Substack article at open.substack.com/pub/sraingol...
July 21, 2025 at 10:09 PM
July 16th Desert Messenger News is online! Read Rain's latest Substack article at open.substack.com/pub/sraingol...
Traveling through Quartzsite this summer? Pause & Refresh at the new SPLASH PAD at Town Park! This map shows easy access off I-10, Exit 17 & Exit 19. Located on Senter St., just off N. Plymouth Ave. near the Children's Playground. New restrooms, picnic tables, & shade! Support our local businesses!
July 13, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Traveling through Quartzsite this summer? Pause & Refresh at the new SPLASH PAD at Town Park! This map shows easy access off I-10, Exit 17 & Exit 19. Located on Senter St., just off N. Plymouth Ave. near the Children's Playground. New restrooms, picnic tables, & shade! Support our local businesses!
Quartzsite Senior Center to hold "Christmas in July" at their Craft Fair and Yard Sale. Saturday, July 19, 8am-1pm!
July 8, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Quartzsite Senior Center to hold "Christmas in July" at their Craft Fair and Yard Sale. Saturday, July 19, 8am-1pm!
Quartzsite Splash Pad is now open! Summer Hours: Daily 7am - 9pm at Quartzsite Town Park.
July 8, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Quartzsite Splash Pad is now open! Summer Hours: Daily 7am - 9pm at Quartzsite Town Park.
Quartzsite Calendar is back online! Submit your events for FREE! Visit www.QuartzsiteCalendar.com
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June 28, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Quartzsite Calendar is back online! Submit your events for FREE! Visit www.QuartzsiteCalendar.com
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QUARTZSITE SPLASH PAD UPDATE!
-10am Wed., July 2nd the public is welcome to attend the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony @ Town Park. (Splash Pad won’t be open to the public until 5pm on July 4th.)
-5pm Friday, July 4th, the public is welcome to the Grand Opening of the brand-new Splash Pad.
-10am Wed., July 2nd the public is welcome to attend the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony @ Town Park. (Splash Pad won’t be open to the public until 5pm on July 4th.)
-5pm Friday, July 4th, the public is welcome to the Grand Opening of the brand-new Splash Pad.
June 28, 2025 at 11:46 PM
QUARTZSITE SPLASH PAD UPDATE!
-10am Wed., July 2nd the public is welcome to attend the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony @ Town Park. (Splash Pad won’t be open to the public until 5pm on July 4th.)
-5pm Friday, July 4th, the public is welcome to the Grand Opening of the brand-new Splash Pad.
-10am Wed., July 2nd the public is welcome to attend the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony @ Town Park. (Splash Pad won’t be open to the public until 5pm on July 4th.)
-5pm Friday, July 4th, the public is welcome to the Grand Opening of the brand-new Splash Pad.
La Paz County Sheriff continues to search for Cornelia Jane “CJ”, who has been missing since 2/27/25. She was last seen in the area of 69th Street in Bouse, AZ. A witness who stated she intended on leaving the area. Please report any tips or sightings to La Paz County Sheriff’s Office 928-669-2281.
March 7, 2025 at 6:10 PM
La Paz County Sheriff continues to search for Cornelia Jane “CJ”, who has been missing since 2/27/25. She was last seen in the area of 69th Street in Bouse, AZ. A witness who stated she intended on leaving the area. Please report any tips or sightings to La Paz County Sheriff’s Office 928-669-2281.
The history of State Route 95 - Why is one stretch designated SR 95 and another US 95?
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March 7, 2025 at 5:52 PM
The history of State Route 95 - Why is one stretch designated SR 95 and another US 95?
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Plan for SR 95 lane restrictions in Quartzsite March 10-14
Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for north- and southbound lane restrictions on State Route 95 in Quartzsite for manhole adjustments and sidewalk work.
7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, March 10 thru Friday, March 14
Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for north- and southbound lane restrictions on State Route 95 in Quartzsite for manhole adjustments and sidewalk work.
7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, March 10 thru Friday, March 14
March 7, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Plan for SR 95 lane restrictions in Quartzsite March 10-14
Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for north- and southbound lane restrictions on State Route 95 in Quartzsite for manhole adjustments and sidewalk work.
7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, March 10 thru Friday, March 14
Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for north- and southbound lane restrictions on State Route 95 in Quartzsite for manhole adjustments and sidewalk work.
7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, March 10 thru Friday, March 14
Heads up! Plan for long lines entering Los Algodones! Mexico enforces requirement of immigration document from American tourists. You can fill out the form to travel to Mexico online. If staying less than seven days, it is free.
March 7, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Heads up! Plan for long lines entering Los Algodones! Mexico enforces requirement of immigration document from American tourists. You can fill out the form to travel to Mexico online. If staying less than seven days, it is free.
TIME CHANGE! Quartzsite Town Council to hold their regular meeting Tuesday, February 25th at 8:00pm to not interfere with 6pm meeting of Quartzsite Fire District public hearing regarding proposed merger with McMullen Valley Fire District.
February 25, 2025 at 7:11 PM
TIME CHANGE! Quartzsite Town Council to hold their regular meeting Tuesday, February 25th at 8:00pm to not interfere with 6pm meeting of Quartzsite Fire District public hearing regarding proposed merger with McMullen Valley Fire District.
QFD PUBLIC HEARING TONIGHT: Quartzsite Fire and McMullen Valley Fire Districts seek to merge districts
-TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th at 6pm, at Quartzsite Fire Station, 70 E. Tyson St. Quartzsite, AZ. (Quartzsite Town Council plan to change their meeting from 7pm to 8pm that night to allow attendance.)
-TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th at 6pm, at Quartzsite Fire Station, 70 E. Tyson St. Quartzsite, AZ. (Quartzsite Town Council plan to change their meeting from 7pm to 8pm that night to allow attendance.)
February 25, 2025 at 6:57 PM
QFD PUBLIC HEARING TONIGHT: Quartzsite Fire and McMullen Valley Fire Districts seek to merge districts
-TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th at 6pm, at Quartzsite Fire Station, 70 E. Tyson St. Quartzsite, AZ. (Quartzsite Town Council plan to change their meeting from 7pm to 8pm that night to allow attendance.)
-TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th at 6pm, at Quartzsite Fire Station, 70 E. Tyson St. Quartzsite, AZ. (Quartzsite Town Council plan to change their meeting from 7pm to 8pm that night to allow attendance.)
Quartzsite Fire and McMullen Fire Districts to hold Public Hearings Re: Proposed Merger between the two Districts.
-Tues., February 25th at 6pm, at Quartzsite Fire Station, 70 E. Tyson St. Quartzsite
-Thurs., February 27 at 6pm, Centennial Park Community Center, 69725 Centennial Park Rd, Salome.
-Tues., February 25th at 6pm, at Quartzsite Fire Station, 70 E. Tyson St. Quartzsite
-Thurs., February 27 at 6pm, Centennial Park Community Center, 69725 Centennial Park Rd, Salome.
February 7, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Quartzsite Fire and McMullen Fire Districts to hold Public Hearings Re: Proposed Merger between the two Districts.
-Tues., February 25th at 6pm, at Quartzsite Fire Station, 70 E. Tyson St. Quartzsite
-Thurs., February 27 at 6pm, Centennial Park Community Center, 69725 Centennial Park Rd, Salome.
-Tues., February 25th at 6pm, at Quartzsite Fire Station, 70 E. Tyson St. Quartzsite
-Thurs., February 27 at 6pm, Centennial Park Community Center, 69725 Centennial Park Rd, Salome.
Parker, AZ- Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) issued letter to tribal members tonight regarding Trump's Jan. 20 Executive Order, reminding members to carry ID at all times.
January 29, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Parker, AZ- Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) issued letter to tribal members tonight regarding Trump's Jan. 20 Executive Order, reminding members to carry ID at all times.
President Trump's Order to freeze federal grants & loans prompted Quartzsite Town Council to table the following items on tonight's agenda:
-Purchase of 3 New & 2 Used Trucks for Quartzsite Police Dept.
-Town Manager's Contract.
Staff is assessing all current grants & are monitoring situation.
-Purchase of 3 New & 2 Used Trucks for Quartzsite Police Dept.
-Town Manager's Contract.
Staff is assessing all current grants & are monitoring situation.
January 29, 2025 at 4:21 AM
President Trump's Order to freeze federal grants & loans prompted Quartzsite Town Council to table the following items on tonight's agenda:
-Purchase of 3 New & 2 Used Trucks for Quartzsite Police Dept.
-Town Manager's Contract.
Staff is assessing all current grants & are monitoring situation.
-Purchase of 3 New & 2 Used Trucks for Quartzsite Police Dept.
-Town Manager's Contract.
Staff is assessing all current grants & are monitoring situation.
UPDATE FROM ADOT: Paving driveways adjacent to SR 95. Tentatively on Tuesday, Jan. 28, crews expect to start paving Hwy 95 southbound right-hand lanes between Main & Tyson Sts. Businesses & RV parks will be affected. Driveway closures require 45 min-hour closure in order for the asphalt to cure.
January 24, 2025 at 11:30 PM
UPDATE FROM ADOT: Paving driveways adjacent to SR 95. Tentatively on Tuesday, Jan. 28, crews expect to start paving Hwy 95 southbound right-hand lanes between Main & Tyson Sts. Businesses & RV parks will be affected. Driveway closures require 45 min-hour closure in order for the asphalt to cure.
Quartzsite, Arizona is located within the 100-mile Border Zone. Know your rights if stopped by ICE.
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January 24, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Quartzsite, Arizona is located within the 100-mile Border Zone. Know your rights if stopped by ICE.
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Show time in Quartzsite! Big Tent and Tyson Wells Sell-A-Rama go thru Sunday. Many shows continue thru March! www.VisitQuartzsite.com
January 23, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Show time in Quartzsite! Big Tent and Tyson Wells Sell-A-Rama go thru Sunday. Many shows continue thru March! www.VisitQuartzsite.com
Town of Quartzsite held Groundbreaking Ceremony Wednesday, Jan. 22 for Park Improvements Project at the location of the New Splash Pad!
Officials said it will be completed by July 4th.
Officials said it will be completed by July 4th.
January 23, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Town of Quartzsite held Groundbreaking Ceremony Wednesday, Jan. 22 for Park Improvements Project at the location of the New Splash Pad!
Officials said it will be completed by July 4th.
Officials said it will be completed by July 4th.