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  • A close-up of two costumed performers holding hands on stage, evoking romance in a theatrical setting.

    Third Monday Players present two comedies about marriage

    By David Jerome • February 12, 2026
    The artists formerly known as Old Tyme Radio –– now the Third Monday Players –– will present two one-act plays on February 16 at Middle Ridge Winery. Director Mick Lynch offers these notes. “Here We Are tells the story of a 1920s or 30s just-married couple, taking a train to New York City with a…
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  • County proposes amendments to Short Term Rental Ordinance to raise fees, enable revocation or suspension of permits

    By JP Crumrine • February 12, 2026
    At its February 10 meeting, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on proposed amendments to Ordinance 927 (Regulating Short-term Rentals) and Ordinance 671 (which establishes fees for STR applications and certificates). These changes have come out of a series of community meetings, which the County Planning Department held in the fall…
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Recent News

  • Judge signing documents at desk with focus on gavel, representing law and justice.

    Supreme Court allows California’s new Congressional District

    California’s new Congressional Districts, which Proposition 50 established, will be used in the November Election. On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the U.S. Supreme Court, in…

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  • Drone shot of an advanced water purification plant surrounded by trees.

    Fate of IWD wastewater treatment plant rehab rests on income survey

    Idyllwild Water District is still asking sewer customers to fill out and return the Median Household Income surveys that have been mailed out. The…

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  • Idyllwild Water District mid-year finances within budget

    At the January meeting of the directors of IWD, directors praised the continuing low water loss figures, in December 6% on production of 6,522,235…

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  • More than a dozen seeking CD 48 nomination

    Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court denied an appeal to prevent the use of the Congressional District maps which Proposition 50 authorized in the…

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  • Two Idyllwild Arts Academy students give Senior Recitals

    On the last Thursday of January, and on the clearest and coldest of evenings experienced here on the Hill, Lowman Concert Hall presented two…

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  • Idyllwild Garage and Hilltop Hoopers at the top of their leagues; Ping Pong Tournament and Chess League coming soon

    Adult Volleyball Idyllwild Garage (7-0) continues to dominate in the Idyllwild Community Center (ICC)’s Adult Volleyball league, as they have yet to lose a…

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  • Pickle Baller

    Reader Pete Holzman shared a story with The Town Crier about a former local teen Pickleball player who has gone pro. Indigo “Indy” Dagnall…

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  • Serene mountain lake with green trees and a rustic fence, perfect nature backdrop.

    National Park Service offers free passes for Presidents Day, other holidays, annual passes, discounts for seniors and military

    While we live in a National Forest – the San Bernardino NF – with plenty of trails for hiking, occasionally one wants to hike…

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Classifieds

  • FOR RENT

    By David Jerome Posted in Idyllwild News Reading Time: 1 minute FOR RENT Furnished studio for handyman type. Kitchen essentials, washer/dryer. $950 per month, will barter for property maintenance. (608) 293-0374

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  • FOR RENT

    Furnished studio for handyman type. Kitchen essentials, washer/dryer. $950 per month, will barter for property maintenance. (608) 293-0374

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  • FOR RENT

    Cozy 2 bedroom, 2 bath house, den/office, $1,800 + security Partially furnished. (951) 488-8482 Available now

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  • For Rent

    Charming/updated quiet 1 bed house Furnished. Laundry and carport included. Walking distance to town, Fern Valley. $1,700. emueller@san.rr.com

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