

Spirit Mountain Retreat pays tribute to Viv Larson
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This gathering of friends is paying tribute to the life of Viv Larson, a woman of many talents who touched many of lives. Photos by Doris Lombard


In a brief meeting, the Fern Valley Water District Board of Directors reviewed the financial statements and elected officers for 2026. Current Board President Kevin Scott, Vice President Chrissie Teeling, and Secretary/Treasurer Jon Brown, were unanimously re-elected for their second term. The terms are for one year starting with the January meeting. The committee assignments…...
A brush fire near Bay Tree Springs, about 2 miles north Lake Fulmor, was reported at around 1:40 p.m. today. The US Forest Service, Cal Fire and Idyllwild Fire crews responded with CHP assistance. The incident commander was Earl Wilson with the US Forest Service. We will update this page as information becomes available. 2:50…
We’re well into our second year of COVID, and it seems uncertainty prevails as to whether the pandemic is winding down with the number of people vaccinated or beginning a new surge with delta variant and the number of people still unvaccinated.So, once again, thanks are in order to the essential workers in our community…
As Riverside County Fire Chief John Hawkins reminded local fire officials at last week’s Mountain Area Safety Taskforce meeting, the 2016 fire season is approaching quickly. “MAST is about preparation and cooperation,” he stressed. “We do all we can in a systems approach to reduce probable threats ahead.” Confirming Hawkins’ statement, items discussed during the…
The U.S. Forest Service confirmed that it is proceeding with its scheduled prescribed burn on Thomas Mountain in Garner Valley this week. The project’s goal is creating community-scale defensible space and enhanced forest health. “After a successful test burn of 10 acres on Monday, March 25, crews plan to continue work on the 1,074-acre burn…
The Town Crier announces the 2021 Ernie Maxwell Community Spirit Award nominees. They are Marsha Kennedy, Robert “Bob” Romano, and Mara Schoner and Mark Yardas. Please keep the following in mind when you vote: The individual should have demonstrated a tangible, perhaps physical, effect on the community. The honor is given to an individual or…