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Soon after he began at the station in 2020, he launched “Coronavirus: Questions Answered,” which earned him an Emmy Award for the Best Evening Newscast. He continues to helm unique newscasts that include in-depth interviews on the big stories of the day. As a member of the station’s I-Team, he has investigated numerous issues affecting the Coachella Valley.

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For the past 14 years, Nona Watson has been the Chief Executive Officer of the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce.  She started her Chamber career in 1989 as the Administrative Assistant for the Victorville Chamber.  She accepted the CEO position for the La Mirada Chamber six years later.  She has also worked as CEO for the Brea Chamber and the Tulare Chamber before landing in Palm Springs in 2009.  She received her IOM from the Institute for Organization Management at UCLA in 1999.

One weekend Liz and I took a short break from life as lawyers and decided to dream a little. We brainstormed, reminisced, reflected and projected, all with a goal of discovering where our dreams intersected. It was clear after a while that our life change would involve hospitality. We love people and their stories, and nothing brings people together like a great meal in a memorable setting. Our first restaurant [ad]venture was FARM, also located in downtown Palm Springs. FARM allowed us to bring our love of the French countryside to a charming little courtyard, chock full of flowers and tucked away from the hustle and bustle. We love everything that has become FARM, but there was more to be said.

So, part of our life story involves food – but it also includes travel, history, and of course, tequila! Tac/Quila is our made up word for combining gourmet Jalisco style cuisine with specialty tequilas and mezcals, in an effort to transport our guests south of the border and into a culture rich in flavor, color, art, and authenticity. At the same time Palm Springs was laying the foundation for its current international reputation as a mid-century modern mecca, Mexico City was producing and welcoming some of the most important artists of that same movement. From renowned painters like Diego Rivera and Rufino Tamayo to mid century furniture and accessory artisans Pepe Mendoza and Arturo Pani, Mexico was sinking its cultural roots and solidifying its position as a leader of classic design.

Mexico’s artistry extends to its flavorful, colorful and specialized cuisine, which has been so richly honored in places like Austin, Los Angeles and San Diego, but has been otherwise largely ignored. Our goal is to bring you authentic cuisine, crafted by experienced chefs, passionate about exposing you to the best Mexico has to offer. We believe your experience at Tac/Quila should involve the highest quality ingredients, the best possible people, and a rich, inviting ambiance, that reflects the heart and soul of Mexico.

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Hernán Quintas is currently an anchor and reporter for Telemundo 15 news in Thousand Palms, California and will be informing residents of the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas Monday through Friday at 6pm and 11pm.   Before returning to the news field, Hernán served as press secretary and later as district director for Congressman Raúl Rúiz, representative in the United States Congress. During this period he had the opportunity to work with community members, local, national and international leaders, as well as high-level political figures.

Hernán was a reporter and presenter with Telemundo 15 in 2011 and previously he was also a reporter and producer with another local television station.    Originally from the state of Oaxaca, Mexico, Hernán is passionate about sports, including: soccer, hiking, mixed martial arts, and enjoys outdoor activities.    He is also a fan of international cuisine, with Latin American and Asian food being one of his favorites.