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Kendall Balchan

Kendall is managing editor and co-founder of The Indio Post. She was born and raised in Indio, where she still lives, and brings deep local knowledge and context to every story. Prior to her work in local community news, she spent three years as a producer and investigative reporter at NBC Palm Springs. In 2024, she was honored as one of the rising stars of local news by the Coachella Valley Journalism Foundation.

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Indio Arts Commission approves $200,000 public arts plan, prioritizes local artists

The unanimously approved plan funds four new projects including murals at city buildings and parks.

New Coachella Valley power agency elects leadership, approves budget in historic first meeting

The agency's establishment followed nearly four years of collaboration that began when IID established the Coachella Valley Energy Commission in 2021 to study regional energy needs beyond 2032.

Indio approves one-year animal control deal with Riverside County amid service complaints

The agreement includes provisions for six-month reviews after officials cited poor weekend coverage and other issues.

St. John’s Community Health steps in as federal protections for immigrants seeking care are rolled back

In the face of policy changes, the clinic in Indio prioritizes trust-building and access to a range of healthcare services for low-income and immigrant populations amidst growing fear.

St. John’s Community Health interviene a medida que se revierten las protecciones federales para inmigrantes que buscan atención médica

Ante los cambios de políticas, la clínica en Indio prioriza la creación de confianza y el acceso a una variedad de servicios de atención médica para las poblaciones de bajos ingresos e inmigrantes en medio de un temor creciente.

Indio protesters rally against ICE actions in Coachella Valley

Community members gather in response to recent detentions and deportations, advocating for civil and human rights amidst growing fear and uncertainty.

Indio High School principal retires after emotional ceremony celebrating 40-year education career

During a Thursday ceremony, Derrick Lawson reflected on his connection to Indio. He credited the city with supporting him throughout his career.

Indio approves balanced $459 million budget as costs outpace revenue growth

'Revenues are really flattening out, not increasing … our expenditures are increasing at a higher rate than what our revenue generation is,' said Ruby Walla, the city's director of finance.

Two new commercial buildings planned for Indio Grand Marketplace

Developers say the new buildings are the first phase of a complete redevelopment of the mall.

State marks milestone with filling of expansion pond at Salton Sea

The project aims to restore habitat and reduce dust from exposed lakebed that impacts air quality in Imperial Valley.