A once-promising lithium dream in Imperial Valley faces new uncertainty. A court decision questions whether the region has sufficient Colorado River water, prompting local supervisors to offer developers millions in refunds.

Leonard Knight’s Yellow Brick Road invites visitors to trace a path reminiscent of The Wizard of Oz, yet rooted firmly in the desert landscape. This impressive creation, connected to Salvation Mountain at the Niland Slabs, stands among the valley’s largest outdoor paintings and offers a glimpse into a truly one-of-a-kind artistic vision.