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A Fresh Start
By Sam Markus • October 14, 2026The autumn rains can be a bit sobering. You know they’re coming, yet somehow they still manage to sweep in unexpectedly, bringing a healthy dose of chaos to us mountain folks, with our homes perched on hillsides and our little business district tucked beneath the towering presence of Tahquitz. There are hatches to batten down…. -
Historic El Niño on its way: Heat and rain already here
By JP Crumrine • October 14, 2026When Southern Californians (especially Hill residents and visitors) think about the consequences of an El Niño, precipitation – snow – is the image. But the recent record-breaking heat is also a result of strong El Niño conditions (which warm the ocean and reduce sea breezes), and one which the National Weather Service expects to gain…
Recent News
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Local propositions put transportation and schools on ballot
In addition to 14 statewide propositions on the ballot, Hill voters will have two local propositions. One is for the Riverside County Transportation is…
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Sheriff’s Oversight Committee plans public sessions
In July, the County Supervisors approved the creation of an ad hoc committee to evaluate advisory and oversight options related to the Riverside County…
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Namvar wants to serve working families
Leila Namvar of La Quinta, a political newcomer, won the Democratic primary to seek California’s 47th assembly district seat. Republican Greg Wallis (Bermuda Dunes)…
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Wallis seeks third Assembly term
Greg Wallis (R – Bermuda Dunes) represents California’s 47th Assembly District. The Hill communities included in this District are Idyllwild, Pine Cove and north.…
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Prop 3 would make higher income tax rate on highest earners permanent
If passed, Proposition 3 will make permanent the existing 2012 voter-approved tax rates for high-income Californians. The highest-earning 2 percent of California taxpayers pay…
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Prop. 39 wants stricter voter ID rules for elections
Proposition 39 would require all voters to show a valid, government-issued identification when casting their votes, or write the last four digits of their…
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More than a Pumpkin Patch
At Family Farmers Pumpkin Patch Festival, Eric Jones and Cathy Genitempo have assembled the kind of place that makes you keep turning to whoever…
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Idyllwild Garden Club Garden of the Month: Double Take on Doubleview
Before you approach the breathtaking views of Inspiration Point, you’ll reach a knoll tucked away on your left at 52507 Doubleview. Dave Lillyholm’s mostly…
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