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The Fern Valley Inn became the latest member of the Idyllwild Chamber of Commerce and a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the occasion. Holding the ceremonial ribbon at left is Chamber of Commerce 2nd Vice President JoAnne Slater and Chamber President Nick Todd at far right. Others at the festive event, from left are Robin Roodebush, co-owner Gary Taylor with the ceremonial scissors and Mim Andrews. Fern Valley Inn co-owner Perry Emery is not pictured. Photo by Cid Castillo

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