April

“Go Green” Segment – April 1, 2022

Published March 31, 2022

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM

Seg 1 – “Go Green” Segment

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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Ashley Metzger re: Director of Public Affairs and Water Planning. 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION that this is April Fools Day – NO WATER PRANKS.
– REPORT that we are hearing a lot about drought.
– REPORT that some of the best drinking water in the whole world is here in CA.
– DISCUSSION that because we have a lot of “storage” for water here in the CV, we are in good shape.
– REPORT on how to report water waste. www.dwa.org/report.
– REPORT on the structure of DWA. 5 people on the Board of Directors that are elected and the map used for this election was based on 2010 Census data….not this electoral map will be updated.
– REPORT that we do more than 2,000 tests on our water a year.
– REPORT and definition of our “sample stations” and “backflow protection devices”. These are common all over.
– REPORT on April 5 there will be a hearing about the election of the map used in the Nov., election.
– REPORT on the low income water assistance program coming in June.
– (contact info; www.dwa.org and (760) 323-4971 X 184).

Ashley

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“Cyber Chat” Segment – April 1, 2022

Published March 31, 2022

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM

Seg 2 – “Cyber Chat” Segment

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EGGHEADIT w/ Dennis Shelly re:
– QUESTIONS from “Joey Pals”.
1. I am worried about Windows 11.Will it just “appear” on my computer? (Windows hasn’t updated for 8 years or so. Don’t worry for a while. Not a requirement, just available.  Windows 10 will be supported until Oct., 14 of 2025)
2. Should I upgrade before that? (You can test your computer to see if it is compatible w/ the new Windows).
– DISCUSSION of new laptops out there. i.e. HP Spector is the X360-14. Can use as a tablet or laptop.
3. Can you be tracked by Google? (You can go into “manage your google account” and go to privacy/history and turn OFF location history.)
– REPORT that the official release of Windows 11 will be in quarter 4.
– DISCUSSION of the changes you will see in Windows 11 vs. 10.  Taskbar, file explorers, multi-tasking, The Microsoft store is completely changed. You can see some of these changes now.
– REPORT that Facebook is easy to hack and you should TURN off any old apps you are not using any more.  Lots of folks are deleting their FB accounts permanently. Call Dennis to do this properly.
4. I got too many spams over the Holidays? (Depends on the browser you are using to get to your email.Block the senders/Spam control buttons. Google filters out a lot of this for gmail users.)
– REPORT on how Dennis can “take over” your computer and NOW also your phone and IPad remotely, monitor hacks, and run all diagnostic checks for $50./month for up to 3 devices. Spam Assassin is one of his programs. He can check remotely if you have the TPM on your computer. His connection w/ his clients is encrypted and SAFE.
1. $20/month –Standard program– Covers 1 user, 3 devices. Anti-virus and discount rates for on-site service.
2. $34. –Advanced program.– Anti-virus and unlimited “over-the-phone” support.
3. $50/month –Premium program.– All of the above PLUS data back up and security.
– (contact info; www.eggheadit.com and (760) 205-0105).

Dennis

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“Mr. Community” Segment – April 1, 2022

Published March 31, 2022

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM

Seg 3 – “Mr. Community” Segment

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DAP HEALTH/REVIVALS w/ Steven Henke, “Mr. Community” Director of Brand Marketing re: 1695 N. Sunrise, P.S. 92262
– REPORT that Steven will emcee the Wheel Spin in April.
– REPORT that both Joey AND Lady Gaga opened for Tony Bennett.
– REPORT that Steven’s Mother is visiting him. He is his Mother’s FAVORITE.
– ANNOUNCEMENT that Amazon will be the presenting sponsor of “The Chase” on Ap., 9 @ the Convention Center. Taking the event outside. Re-inventing the red carpet, it will be BLUE. Dress will be “fashion fun”.
– SAVE THE DATE: Ap., 28, DAP Health’s National “Dining Out For Life”. Sign up your restaurant. MAKE ONE MEAL MATTER!!! You’ll get an “I Dine” sticker. (Badge of Honor). Haven’t done this in 2 years. Want to have more than the 82 restaurants we had then. All the participants donate from 33% to 100%. Bakeries, bars, cafes, coffee shops, restaurants, etc. ALL ACROSS AMERICA. www.daphealth.org/dofl.
– REPORT that all Dining Out For Life funds go to support comprehensive health care for over 10,000 individuals.
– REPORT that DAPHealth’s doors are always open to ALL.
– REPORT on the City of Palm Springs/P.S. Chamber’s FREE Ap., 6, 1st Wed., concert @ the Palm Springs Downtown Park tribute to Elton John. Em-ceed by Steven Henke.
– REPORT that P.S. Revivals (Joey’s) is selling Dann Foley’s lamp collection. Information about Beau, Dann’s partner, from Foley Stinnette and his contribution to the community.
– (contact info: www.daphealth.org and www.revivalsstores.com.)

Steve and his mother

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