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The Riverside County Office of Emergency Services awarded a plaque to Idyllwild’s Bill Baker in honor of all the work and dedication he has given to RACES. The wording on it says, “The time and dedication you have given in selflessly serving our Mountain community will never be forgotten. You have educated many and paved the way for others to follow in your footsteps. You are a true mentor who leads by example. You are an icon to us on the Mountain.” Photos by Doris Jean Lombard

Four Seasons Nursery, on Highway 243 across from the Shell station, reopened for the season on Friday, April 3, according to owner Lisa Shinkle. And, just as many in town used the Easter weekend to plant flowers, Shinkle said she had put everything out on display over the weekend, just to pull it back in…
We all should be receiving official election ballots in the mail now. The Riverside County Registrar of Voters Office has designated the Idyllwild Library as an official ballot drop-off location for completed ballots. From now through Election Day, Nov. 3, two registrar of voters employees will be accepting completed ballots from voters in the Library’s…
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Citing personal reasons, Town Hall Recreation Manager Amy Righetti resigned her position last week. “It’s time for me to be a mom again,” she said, noting that she had enjoyed serving but that the time demands had come at the expense of her family. Kelly Wills also resigned but could not be reached for comment….