

Lewis and McDonald win Legion’s horseshoe tournament
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Winners of this weekend’s American Legion Post 800 horseshoe tournament are, from left, first place winners Bob Lewis and Matt McDonald, second place winners Jim Nutter and Brian McWilliams, and third place winners David Schnalzer and Sandy Froetschel. Photo by Meghan Carey

Serious injuries of two motorcyclists were suspected in two of three traffic collisions reported on Hill roads recently, according to California Highway Patrol Public Information Officer Matt Napier. At 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 28, William Lee Harwell, 38, of Philomath, Oregon, was traveling westbound at about 60 mph on his 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan on Highway…
Idyllwild Area Historical Society The Idyllwild Area Historical Society holds its annual general meeting at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10, at the Creekstone Inn. The guest speaker is Dr. William Beachum “Pete” Lee, an anthropologist, linguist, professor, researcher, diver, consultant and technical advisor. He also is a co-producer, editor and cinematographer with film, media and…
According to San Bernardino National Forest Public Affairs Officer Zach Behrens, the McCall Fire broke out Saturday at 4:23 p.m. The fire started 1 mile west of McCall Park Road and Highway 74. Crews from the U.S. Forest Service, Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire and Idyllwild Fire Protection District responded quickly to extinguish the blaze. By…
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors issued a proclamation recognizing Ernie Maxwell’s contributions on his 100th Birthday, which would have been July 7, 2011. “During the week of July 4-10, 2011, the community of Idyllwild will celebrate Conservationist, Writer, Hiker, Cartoonist, Philosopher, Snake Catcher, Artist and All-Around Major Idyllwild Figure, Ernie Maxwell, with exhibits, potlucks,…
Public apathy supported Idyllwild Water District directors’ decision to increase their compensation for attendance at last week’s meeting. One person — Steve Moulton — attended the Oct. 16 public hearing on the proposed increase to $100 per board or committee meeting from the current rate of $50. The current rate has been in effect since…
The Mountain Disaster Preparedness Internet Communication/Idyllwild Emergency team is responsible for keeping the community up-to-date in case of emergency, using the Internet, Facebook and a satellite terminal if there no Internet connection. The group works as a team so no one person is overwhelmed. Responsibilities do not require physical exertion and can be done by…