U.S. Forest Service and Cal Fire firefighters responded to a report of a vegetation 1 mile up Bee Canyon Road on the west side of Bee Canyon at about 2:15 p.m. Tuesday.
First on scene reported the fire was 1 to 2 acres in light to medium fuels and traveling at a low to medium spread. The fire has a potential of becoming 5 to 10 acres.
Engines, crews and air attack were on scene of the wildfire, named the Wasp Incident.
At the request of directors, the Idyllwild Water District will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, in the IWD boardroom.
Directors requested the meeting to review issues on which they are scheduled to vote on Wednesday, June 21, so as to be better informed before voting.
On the properly noticed agenda, the board will discuss proposed rules and regulations for water; a proposed water shortage contingency plan; a proposed water service rate structure; and the proposed budget for fiscal year 2017-18.
The public is invited to attend. Any questions directed to the board are limited to four minutes for each speaker.
Marshall Smith can be reached at [email protected].
On Thursday, June 8, at about 7:40 a.m., Frederick Carlson, 53, of Hemet was riding his 2014 Victory motorcycle northbound on Highway 243 about 250 feet south of Marian View Drive. As he rounded the curve toward town, he lost control of his bike for reasons unknown. He was thrown onto the roadway, sustaining severe injuries. He died within minutes.
The incident was reported at 7:45 a.m. Cal Fire, CHP and Idyllwild Fire responded to the scene. The coroner was dispatched at 8:31 a.m. and arrived at 9:41 a.m.
Steve Friemoth told the Town Crier that Carlson had been employed at Idyllwild Garage for about the past six months.
No other vehicles are known to have been involved in the crash. Carlson was wearing a helmet of unknown type. Alcohol and/or drugs have not yet been ruled out as causative factors.
Highway 243 was entirely closed in both directions for about three hours from just south of Marian View Drive to lower Saunders Meadow Road. Traffic in both directions was detoured along Saunders Meadow Road from near the transfer station to Idyllwild School. CHP cleared the scene at 10:44 a.m.
Nothing in this article is meant to be medical advice. Please consult you own healthcare provider for any questions or issues concerning you own health status.
Some info below taken from:
www.cancer.gov/publications/patient-education/understanding-prostate-changes
www.cdc.gov/cancer/prostate/
www.cdc.gov/cancer/prostate/pdf/prostate_health_tips.pdf
Gentlemen, please do not neglect your prostates. Know the symptoms of problems and get your regular checkups. True enough, at least one check for prostate health is a cause for grimacing. But we all get prodded and poked by our favorite health-care providers, regardless of gender. So, buck up.
Here’s something to cheer you. An alternative meaning found on the Internet: “Pokémon, n.: A Rastafarian proctologist.”
What is the prostate?
A gland in the male reproductive system just below the bladder surrounding the tube (urethra) that empties the bladder through which one urinates; it produces a fluid that forms part of semen.
What is Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)?
A benign (non-cancerous) condition in which an over-growth of prostate tissue pushes against the urethra and the bladder, blocking the flow of urine.
What is prostate cancer?
Cancer that forms in the tissues of the prostate gland, usually occurring in older men, may be slow-growing and localized. Nevertheless, this cancer can spread. Only 3 percent of American men die of this cancer. Note: Not all medical groups agree on cancer screening recommendations. See websites listed above.
Your prostate naturally changes by enlarging with age; this in itself is not a health problem. Most changes are not cancerous. You may have an infection/inflammation or an enlarged prostate known as BPH. Both of these conditions, and prostate cancer, cause symptoms in the flow of urine.
So, if you notice these symptoms, you should consult your health-care provider: passing urine more often during day or night, feeing an urgency to urinate, less flow of urine or a burning feeling. Remember, most changes are not cancer.
Even though only 16 percent of American men are diagnosed with prostate cancer and only 3 percent of American men die of it, a cancer diagnosis is a major life event for most folks.
If you are diagnosed with prostate cancer and need to begin the decision-making process about what to do next, you and your family may wish to request information from your provider regarding the nature of your prostate cancer, what are the available approaches for managing the condition, and what are the benefits and harms of these approaches, including their likelihood of occurrence, as well as the likelihood of recurrence of the cancer itself.
Perhaps ask about complementary/alternative medicine options. (For instance, acupuncture has been shown to be very effective in controlling nausea and vomiting resulting from chemotherapy).
Don’t forget to discuss how the various options might affect your quality of life. This is increasingly important to us as we age, with some of us opting out of certain treatment choices because of debilitating side effects.
Whatever management course you select, your overall care management goals with your family and health-care team might include achieving a well-organized process with an evidence-based protocol of periodic testing, adding in timely decision-making about any future treatment.
One more: “Rectitude, n.: The formal, dignified bearing adopted by proctologists.”
Callie Wight is a California state-licensed registered nurse with a Master of Arts in psychology.
(This story was taken from a USDA press release.)
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and Interior Secretary Ryan K. Zinke joined forces in Boise, Idaho, last Friday at the National Incident Fire Command Center for a tour and briefing on the upcoming wildfire season.
Following the events, the secretaries sent a memorandum to wildland fire leadership highlighting the importance of inter-departmental collaboration in protecting communities and managing public lands. In the memorandum, Perdue and Zinke stressed the need for working together as they anticipate the 2017 wildfire season to be “another challenging year” saying:
“The Departments of the Interior and Agriculture will improve the way that both Agencies manage wildfires by ensuring that all of our firefighting assets are utilized in the most efficient way possible. It is critical that firefighters have the right tools, resources, and flexibility to allow them to do their jobs safely and effectively. We look forward to working with leaders in both Agencies along with our state and local partners to explore opportunities to improve our operational efficiency and take advantage of the firefighting infrastructure and assets that are currently in place. We will also continue to integrate science and technology into all of our firefighting and to capitalize on other advancements to better inform and support our firefighting capabilities.
“Our success will be defined by how well we meet our obligations and how efficiently we use our resources and the management tools available to us. By keeping our employees and the public safe from harm or loss, by effectively suppressing unwanted fire, and by doing everything we can to improve the health of our landscapes, we will be successful.”
To read the memorandum from secretaries Perdue and Zinke in its entirety, view the USDA and DOI 2017 Direction to Wildland Fire Leadership Memorandum at www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/usda-doi-forests-memorandum.pdf.
(This story is from a California News Publishers Association release.)
On Tuesday, May 30, the California Assembly overwhelmingly approved a measure that would impose fines on agencies that knowingly violate the California Public Records Act.
AB 1479 by Assemblyman Rob Bonta (D-Alameda) would give courts the power to charge a government agency up to $5,000 for delaying or obstructing access to information. The bill also establishes a custodian of records to allow requesters to informally appeal to a designated agency employee if a request is denied.
The measure was voted off the Assembly floor with a 71-1 vote, with Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (R-Thousand Oaks) voting no. Several other members stayed off the bill. Many of these assemblymembers received opposition letters from their local counties and cities.
Editorial support for AB 1479 highlights the frustration of journalists and members of the public who regularly face roadblocks to access, despite clear law that presumes disclosure of information. But with AB 1479’s proposed enforcement mechanism, reporter and public complaints can be rectified.
By allowing a judge to determine that an agency acted wrongly, and to punish it for doing so, AB 1479 encourages compliance with the act. Moreover, assessed fines would signal to the public that an agency had fallen down on its duty to comply with the CPRA. All this goes toward promoting a culture of transparency, where agency employees and lawyers embrace the presumption of openness that the people and the Legislature have repeatedly said is to be the status quo.
AB 1479 will likely be heard in the Senate Judiciary Committee this month before the Legislature recesses for summer break.
Baseball
Town Hall Youth Sports Coordinator Cindy Luna gave this report for Youth Baseball last week.
T-Ball League:
The T-ball season came to an exciting finish for the record crowd on Thursday, June 1. Idyllwild Vacation Rentals Angel Ethan Caster led off with a Baltimore chop, getting him to first base almost before the ball returned to the ground. Several batters later, Ian Castro lined one up the middle to advance the runners, scoring another run for his team.
But it was Caden Meyer who was activated as the pinch hitter who got the crowd to their feet with a grand slam in the first inning.
Idyllwild Shell Pirates came up big in the second inning with Oliver Agee slugging his 16th RBI of the season with a hit to the outfield. After a mighty foul tip with his hot bat, Kayson Adams smashed a ball toward left field and beat the throw to first base. Parker Woods continued his hitting streak and candidacy for the Silver Slugger Award, shot one down the first baseline to right field.
Idyllwild bleeds blue as the Dodgers in both Minor and Major leagues reigned in the championship finale.
Minor League:
Hits abounded on June 1 in the final contest between the Robin Oates Real Estate Padres and Idyllwild Beauty Salon Red Sox. The Padres came out on top 8-7 in this back-and-forth game, propelling them into Friday’s Finals. Red Sox Zach Mason caught in this final game. Although Piper Pritchett is small in stature, she is huge in personality and focus. Without a doubt, Piper was absolutely a force in the fun and team chemistry the Red Sox had this spring.
It’s usually a good thing when a player’s name is being thrown around in baseball. Such is the case of Kannon Lozano as he showed talent in both offense and defense, doubling to the outfield in the fourth inning and making some amazing fielding plays throughout this final series. Mathen Brown played what was probably his best inning of the season. Mathen doubled in the third inning and eventually raced to home, beating the tag and scoring the eighth and final run.
On June 2, Sandlin and Son Dodgers entered this game as the #1 seed in the league and continued to impress with its 9-8 championship win in the last inning. The Dodgers entered this inning as the underdog, finding themselves behind 8-4. But with powerful base hits by Alex Solorio and Roger Gonzalez, they overcame their deficit with five additional runs to lock up the win. Also supplying support to her team in this challenge was Hailey Olivier. Although Rory Lovett was unable to attend the game, he was a huge reason for the success of the Dodgers — according to a reliable source (his mom), possibly batting .900.
The Padres fought a hard battle in their final game and again exemplified talent, grit and professionalism. Emily Brosterhous was injured running to a base, but was activated off the DL the next inning to continue her hitting streak to ten games. Griffin Kretsinger, Indie Dagnal, Tony Solorio, Emily and Kannon all hale for MVP nominations!
Major League:
Coming into the major semi-finals June 1, as second seed, Ridgeline Roofing Dodgers used three of their aces, starter Dominic Esparza, reliever Finn Carpenter and closer Skyler Kraemer to get the job done and beat the Lawrence Equipment Padres with a 9-8 win.
T.J. Rocha caught a pop fly in the second inning to add to the strong defense. In their final at bats, Joslynn McClean drew a walk and then sealing the deal for the win, Hugo Solorio added the ninth run with a walk of his own.
Padres players went out strong with 8 runs in this matchup. Highlight reels include a solid single to outfield by Gavin Vanderman. As one of their many talented pitchers, Cameron Gage relieved Cole Kenyon to wrap up the game and their season.
The final game between the Dodgers and Idyllwild Arts Academy Braves on June 2 was a nail biter until the third inning. With a 1-0 Dodgers lead coming into this inning, Brave Rene Montoya was relied upon heavily, having a quality start and pitching a complete game. Despite Rene’s amazing pitching, the Dodgers scored five times in the third. Dodger Finn started and pitched three stellar innings, striking out nine and walking five batters, to be followed by the southpaw, Skyler, who struck out the side to end and win the game, 6-0.
Brave Tyler Sonnier saved his best for last, roping one to the outfield in this one. Joslynn Nowell became a scoring threat on first base after drawing a walk in the late innings. Outfielder Kevin Perez limited runs scooping up and returning long drives out his way. As throughout the season, outfielder Chris Cerritos exhibited great hustle, multiple hits and strong defense at second base. Natalie Lovett-Jenson triumphed as one of the Padres’ strongest base-runners, scoring and helping her team win multiple games as the number one seed.
Golf
Jim Crandall, Palms to Pines Golf Association handicap chair, provided this report about the association’s regular monthly tourney on Friday, May 19, at Menifee Lakes Palms Course. It was a beautiful day and the course was in good shape.
Pete Capparelli (course handicap 25) shot a net 68 for first place. Lee Lanfried (26) and Barry Zander (38) tied for second with net 69s, Tom Flanagan (38) took fourth with a net 70, and Pete Holzman (13) and Chris Kramer (38) tied for fifth with net 72s.
The closest-to-the-pin winners on the four par 3 holes were John LoGiudice on #4, Dennis Chavez on #7 and #12 and John Brower on #15.
Here are the current point standings for the 2016-17 season which runs from August through July:
Place Golfer Points
1 Pete Holzman 26
2 Barry Wallace 18
tied Chris Kramer 18
4 Dennis Chavez 17.5
5 Dave Hiemenz 15.5
6 Pete Capparelli 15
tied Lee Lanfried 15
8 Jim Crandall 13
9 Barry Zander 12
10 John LoGiudice 10.5
11 Dave Robb 10
12 Chuck Alkire 9
13 Jerry Daquila 8
tied Ken Garelick 8
15 Tom Flanagan 7.5
16 John Newman 6.5
17 Jeff White 6
18 John King 5.5
19 John Brower 5
20 Don DePalma 4.5
tied Bill Ragland 4.5
Lev Sanford 4.5
23 Scott Schroeder 4
tied James White 4
Gary Brown 4
26 Dale Calderon 2
27 Robert Priefer 1.5
Dave Curl 1.5
29 Chris Davis 1
tied Walter Reeves 1
Mike Feyder 1
32 Les Widerynski 0.5
Points are awarded at each tournament as follows: first place, 6 points; second place, 4 points; third place, 3 points; fourth place, 2 points; fifth place, 1 point. Also, one-half point is awarded to everyone who participates.
A member has to compete in at least five regular-season tournaments to qualify for the playoffs.
The club is a member of the Southern California Golf Association and is sanctioned to establish SCGA handicaps for members.
If interested in joining the club or playing as a guest, contact Crandall at [email protected] or 951-265-5732, or Capparelli at [email protected] or 951-452-5552.
Brendan Steele did not seem to find the Muirfield Village course to his liking last week at the Memorial tournament. He struggled finding fairways and greens in regulation and finished tied for 57th. He did rally in the late holes of Friday’s second round, however, to make the cut comfortably by 2 strokes. The Idyllwild native has not missed a cut in singles competition in this fine season — 14 singles tournaments in a row now.
Brendan takes this week off, perhaps to ready himself for next week’s U.S. Open, the second of the four major championships this season.
Idyllwild Town Crier Staff Reporter Marshall Smith has garnered another honorable mention this year, this one for Best Sports Feature Story for “Todd Carpenter finishes first in under 50 in Race Across the West” that ran last year.
The award was from the National Newspaper Association’s Better Newspaper Editorial Contest in the Daily and Non-Daily Division circulation under 3,000.
The judge’s comment was, “Good to capture this man’s victory.”
