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Board of Supervisors Pass New Method for Resolving Code Disputes
Riverside County supervisors approved changing the process of resolving property code enforcement disputes.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
- Palm Desert, CA
Peter worked for nearly five years as a television news producer in both the Wilmington, North Carolina and Palm Springs, California media markets. As a producer, Peter covered hurricanes, one of the heroes of the Fort Hood, Texas army shooting and many special events including the opening of the Sunnylands retreat center, Palm Springs International Film Festival and BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament.
Peter studied Journalism at Whitworth University in Spokane, Wash. and has an M.B.A. from Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management.
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Attendance Record Broken Again at BNP Paribas Open
Tennis fans flocked to Indian Wells setting a new attendance record at the BNP Paribas Open.
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PHOTOS: Novak Djokovic Repeats as BNP Paribas Open Champion
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic won his fourth BNP Paribas Open title in Indian Wells equaling his opponent on Sunday, Roger Federer.
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Simona Halep Completes Comeback to Win BNP Paribas Open Title
World No. 3 Simona Halep won her biggest title of her career capturing the BNP Paribas Open title on Sunday.
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PHOTOS: Roger Federer Sets Up Indian Wells Finals Rematch with Djokovic
It will be No. 1 versus No. 2 in the men's final at Indian Wells as Roger Federer advanced on Saturday.
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PHOTOS: Novak Djokovic Topples Andy Murray to Reach in Indian Wells Finals
Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray renewed their rivalry on Saturday at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, with Djokovic easily advancing.
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Top Men's Tennis Stars Take Center Court at Indian Wells Saturday
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic, No. 2 Roger Federer and No. 4 Andy Murray headline the semifinals at the BNP Paribas Open on Saturday.
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Serena Pledges Return to Indian Wells as Comeback is Derailed by Injury
Serena Williams told fans she would return to the BNP Paribas Open after having to withdraw due to an injury.
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Serena Edges Out Sloane for Spot in Indian Wells Quarterfinals
Serena Williams return to Indian Wells will continue after another win on Tuesday.
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Federer Avenges Australian Open Loss
World No. 2 Roger Federer got redemption for his only loss of the 2015 tennis season in Indian Wells.
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Weekend Attendance Records Smashed at Indian Wells
The BNP Paribas Open is on pace to set a new fan attendance record for the ninth year.
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Pickup Soccer Games Unite Tennis Rivals at BNP Paribas Open
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic says soccer on the green is a special part of Indian Wells.
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Nadal, Federer Push Big Four into Indian Wells Third Round
Wins on Sunday by Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal push the ATP's top four players into the second week of the BNP Paribas Open.
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BNP Paribas Open Gives Fans More Access to Stars
The practice courts at the BNP Paribas Open are a favorite spot for fans, but now there are new ways to watch.
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PHOTOS: Djokovic Downs Federer for Third Indian Wells Title
Novak Djokovic claimed victory at the 2014 BNP Paribas Open.
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PHOTOS: Flavia Pennetta Captures First BNP Paribas Open Title
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American John Isner Positive About Future Despite Indian Wells Setback
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Federer Advances to Fifth BNP Paribas Open Finals
Roger Federer will play for this fifth BNP Paribas Open singles title after his win in the semi-finals.
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