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Stephanie Ramirez

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Stephanie Ramirez is a senior California reporter for Times Media Service, based in Sacramento, California. Ramirez covers California elections and state politics, including government decisions and public policy and the practical effects on residents across the state. Ramirez holds a master's degree in communication with a focus on journalism and grew up in Sacramento, California.

Stories by Stephanie Ramirez

13 explainers

  1. September 2026

    2 stories: 2 explainers

  2. Tue

    Explainer · Arts and Entertainment · High Desert

    Phelan Phamily Phun Days Returns Oct. 3

    Phelan Phamily Phun Days returns to Phelan Oct. 3 with a parade, classic car show, food vendors, carnival games and family activities.

  3. Tue

    Explainer · Arts and Entertainment · Victorville

    Mojave Narrows Harvest Festival: What to know about the 2026 event

  4. August 2026

    4 stories: 4 explainers

  5. Sun

    Explainer · Election · Adelanto

    Three Candidates Seek Adelanto Mayor’s Seat in 2026

  6. Wed

    Explainer · Election · Apple Valley

    Apple Valley’s 2026 Council Election Takes Shape

    Apple Valley voters will choose a mayor and District 3 and 4 councilmembers in the November 3, 2026, general election.

  7. Fri

    Explainer · Environment · California

    Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains critically ill as anemia worsens at Ojai Raptor Center

  8. Sat

    Explainer · Community · High Desert

    Wrightwood Mountain Classic Car Show Returns Aug. 15

  9. July 2026

    6 stories: 6 explainers

  10. Wed

    Explainer · Business and Finance · United States

    Terrible’s reopens Primm Valley Casino with no resort fees: what changed in Primm

    Terrible's reopened Primm Valley Casino on July 22 with 422 gaming machines, 250 hotel rooms, and no resort fees at the California-Nevada border.

  11. Tue

    Explainer · Health · California

    What a full-body MRI can tell you — and why doctors are cautious

  12. Thu

    Explainer · Food and Dining · Apple Valley

    Better Buzz Coffee eyes June 2026 opening in Apple Valley as it expands in Southern California

  13. Wed

    Explainer · Arts and Entertainment · California

    Fiesta Village is closing after more than 50 years. Here’s what the final weekend looks like

    Fiesta Village in Colton, owned by Michelle and Patrick O'Brien, hosts its final public weekend July 10-11, 2026, before closing after 50 years.

  14. Mon

    Explainer · Arts and Entertainment · Victorville

    Victorville explains its move from the fairgrounds to Hawk Stadium for July 4 fireworks

  15. Sun

    Explainer · Education · High Desert

    Lucerne Valley schools approve pay raises as district budget points to steady attendance funding

  16. June 2026

    1 story: 1 explainer

  17. Sat

    Explainer · Technology · United States

    Got an unexpected envelope or package? Federal agencies say do not scan the QR code

    Federal consumer agencies warn High Desert residents not to scan QR codes in unsolicited mail, citing a rise in brushing scams that steal data.