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In today's newsletter:

  • Could this Joshua Tree home be sold at auction next month?
  • Families of Wayne Static and Tera Wray oppose unauthorized documentary project
  • Why is a strange statue near Joshua Tree teasing a new game?

Also on today's calendar: Geminid Meteor Shower & Sound Bath near Joshua Tree National Park and 1 more event.

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 75 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny and remaining warm, temps: high: 76, low: 47.
  • Saturday: Pleasant with some sun, with a high of 71 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• APN: 0632-231-26-0000 TS (hidesertstar.com) — A home at 65154 Hoover Rd in Joshua Tree is scheduled for a trustee foreclosure auction on January 6, 2026, in Chino, with an estimated debt of about $372,800. The notice explains how potential bidders and current tenants can check for postponements, understand lien risks, and possibly exercise post-auction purchase rights under California law.
   

• WAYNE STATIC & TERA WRAY's Families "Strenuously Object" To Unauthorized STATIC-X Documentary By MATT ZANE (metalinjection.net) — The family of late musician Wayne Static and his wife Tera Wray, who died by suicide at her home in Joshua Tree is publicly opposing an unauthorized documentary about the couple. They call the project exploitative, emphasize an official Static-X film already in progress, and insist any rare footage or unreleased music be handled only with the estate’s approval.
   

• The Game Awards' biggest surprise may have been spoilt (theshortcut.com) — A mysterious statue currently standing in the desert near Joshua Tree is fueling speculation about a major reveal at The Game Awards 2025. Fans now suspect the artwork, tied to a What3Words location there, hints at a new Divinity RPG from Baldur’s Gate 3 developer Larian, though nothing will be confirmed until the show begins.
   

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  • Does anyone have Better Homes and Gardens white square dishes?
    Walmart discontinued the ones I have in the last few months and I am looking for a few plates/ saucers/ bowls as a few are broken or chipped. (Nextdoor Friendly Hills)
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Yucca Valley

  • Yucca Valley Planning Commission recap for 12/9 (z1077fm.com)
  • Toy Giveaway at Boys & Girls Club of the Hi-Desert on Wednesday (12/10) at 4PM (z1077fm.com)
  • Easter Etene Faamoe Game Report: vs Citrus Valley (maxpreps.com)

Twentynine Palms

  • Two teens arrested in Yucca Valley after alleged attempts at auto theft and spitting on officer (z1077fm.com)
  • Palms-N-Paws hosting annual "Jingle Paws" food and supplies collection for shelter animals (z1077fm.com)

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