8+ hour, 31+ min ago  (145+ words) The Desert Rodeo is off to a strong start in Thermal, with organizers celebrating a successful opening day and looking ahead to a busy weekend. Cofounder Cassie Dilaura says the response from the community has been overwhelming, with front-row seating…...

17+ hour, 34+ min ago  (132+ words) While country music fans pack the Empire Polo Grounds for Stagecoach, rodeo lovers have their own destination this weekend. Desert Rodeo returns to the Desert International Horse Park in Thermal for its second consecutive year, running Friday through Sunday. The…...