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February 6, 2015 Vol. 8 No. 10
Protect California Desert Death Valley. Photo by Bryn Jones
By Desert Star Staff Bill would expand Death Valley, Joshua Tree N.P. and protect lands for recreation, wildlife and tourism community; business and conservation leaders from the California desert region are applauding legislation introduced by Senator Dianne Feinstein (CA) that would increase protections for
approximately 1.6 million acres of desert landscapes. The legislation is co-sponsored by Senator Barbara Boxer (CA). The proposed legislation, the California Desert Conservation and Recreation Act of 2015, would establish two brand new national monuments—the Mojave Trails and the Sand to Snow National Monuments—and expand Joshua
Tree and Death Valley National Parks and the Mojave National Preserve. It would also designate several fresh wilderness areas, help protect important waterways like the Amargosa River and Deep Creek as Wild and Scenic Rivers, and establish the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area. A Natural and Cultural Treasure
From painted mountains to hidden springs, from worldfamous wildflowers to herds of majestic bighorn sheep, Americans and international visitors have long been drawn to the stark beauty of California’s desert. The legislation introduced by Sen. Feinstein provides a historic opportunity to protect California’s spectacular desert
heritage for future generations. “The conservation of the California desert honors our past and also recognizes the importance of these lands for future generations,” stated Barbara Durham, Tribal Preservation Officer of the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe. “The desert includes trails Continues on Page 3
2015 Grammy Awards
By Leanne Italie Associated Press Grammys newcomer Sam Smith looked dapper in a white bow tie and Madonna rocked one of the season’s most eclectic red carpets Sunday in a bedazzled two-corner black hat, burlesqueesque corset look with matching thigh high boots. Fashion is always a little crazy at the Grammys, guys included, but first-time nominee Smith soaked it all up in a more traditional tuxedo as he managed his nerves going up against some of his idols. Madonna’s big-shouldered shorty outfit was custom Givenchy couture by Riccardo
Tisci. She wore not much underneath, flashing a black thong and fishnets at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. She wasn’t a hit with some in the Twitter peanut gallery: “Just got a glimpse of Madonna arriving. Seems to be channeling some mix of the Duchess of Windsor and Mae West,” one chimed in. Beyonce and Miley Cyrus went for black - Cyrus in strategic, sexy cutouts and the queen in a low-V neck embellished look with a train from Proenza Schouler. Audacious singer-actress Joy Villa was encaged in revealing bright orange, and it was unclear how Sia could see under her huge shaggy white wig.
Brandy Clark showed off a killer pair of metallic silver Prada pumps under a sparkly, secondskin silver-and-black gown, while Nick Jonas chatted hands in pockets of a light gray tweed suit with a touch of yellow and ultra-skinny trousers. How’s Clark handling newfound fame and regular everyday life? “Squeeze myself into this dress, for starters,” she told The Associated Press. Ariana Grande had her signature high ponytail in place, wearing a white and silver, oneshoulder Versace with a cut out back - Big Sean by her side. “I’m Continues on Page 4
Madonna performs at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles February 8, 2015.