Morongo Band of Mission Indians

Malki Road Onramp Closure Caltrans announced that in the interest of public safety, it is closing the Malki Road onramp onto WESTBOUND Interstate 10 from... Tuesday, June 1 until Saturday, June 12 for a large construction project at the nearby truck scales and CHP inspection station. Reservation residents and visitors seeking to head west on I-10 should either take Seminole Drive to Morongo Trail, where they can use the westbound I-10 onramp to enter the freeway, or use the Morongo Road/Hathaway Street gate to access the westbound freeway at Hargrave Street.

We bid a fond farewell to Fire Chief Kevin Gaines, who led the Morongo Fire Department in its mission to protect lives and property across our reservation, the San Gorgonio Pass and the state for six years. Chief Gaines spent 40 years in the fire service, and we wish him a long and happy retirement! https://patch.com//after-40-years-firefighting-service-mor

Congratulations to Deb Haaland on her historic confirmation as Secretary of the Interior. As the first Native American ever confirmed as a Cabinet secretary, you are an inspiration to Indian Country. #DebHaaland https://indiancountrytoday.com//madam-secretary-deb-haaland

Spare change adds up to a big boost for local kids and families! Thanks to the generosity of our guests, Morongo presented a $128,643 check to the Boys and Girls Clubs of the San Gorgonio Pass. To help alleviate a nationwide shortage of coins, Morongo launched a program in July offering our casino guests the opportunity to donate the spare change from their winnings to help others --- and thousands did!!... Thanks to all of our guests for supporting families and children across The Pass during these challenging times!

The ultimate Interstate 10 pit stop is about to get better!!! Construction is underway on a second Morongo Travel Center, complete with a 32-pump discount gas station, dog park, car wash, slot machines, convenience store and other amenities.

Hadley Fruit Orchards reopened on Monday, May 4! https://mailchi.mp/edb1/hadleys-open-for-business-may4-2020

Hadley Fruit Orchards reopened on Monday, May 4! https://mailchi.mp/edb1/hadleys-open-for-business-may4-2020

In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, Morongo Emergency Services reminds you to protect yourself by washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

The Morongo Casino Resort & Spa and Casino Morongo have donated more than 18,000 pounds of food to help those in need during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. https://www.recordgazette.net//article_4b757a3c-6fa5-11ea-

The newest, high-tech, Morongo fire engine is ready to roll!

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The holiday spirit filled our hearts this week as Morongo partnered with Christmas Cheer All Year to take 3,000 children on a shopping spree. Morongo has given $1 million to provide 35,000 disadvantaged children with shopping sprees over the past decade.

The holiday joy was everywhere to be seen as 3,000 kids found the toys of their dreams at the 10th Annual Christmas Cheer All Year shopping spree sponsored by Morongo this week.

Morongo recently presented a $10,000 check to the Cabazon Library to support expanding weekend and after-school programs, upgrading the patio and acquiring new books and materials at this vital community asset.

Thanks to all the volunteers who helped Morongo give away 12,500 free turkeys this week to over 100 non-profits, shelters and churches serving those in need this Thanksgiving. https://www.pe.com//morongo-tribe-gives-away-12500-turkey/

Morongo has awarded $40,000 in college scholarships to four Native American students: Humboldt State University's William Feather of the Round Valley Indian Tribes; University of Oregon's Pectasan Qasil Feliz of The Yurok Tribe; UChicago College student Minda Streamer of the Los Coyotes Band of Cahuilla and Cupeno Indians and Shayleena Britton of the Wailacki, Yuki Nomlacki Tribes, a student at the Academy of Art University. Congratulations to you all!

A fun-filled day of games, delicious food and teamwork were all a part of Morongo’s Employee Appreciation Day, held at the Morongo Community Center. The daylong event included raffles and prizes as Morongo celebrated our greatest asset our dedicated employees!

Thanks to everyone who joined us at the exciting Open Ranch Rodeo at Morongo! Thanks to all the riders, ropers and guests!

Thanks to everyone who joined us at another amazing Morongo Thunder & Lightning Powwow!