
Photo by John Newman, Idyllwild Arts Academy
Lowman Concert Hall project progresses
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Construction on the William M. Lowman Concert Hall on the Idyllwild Arts campus is proceeding. This attached steel frame will help cover the lobby and about half of the “house” (audience) in the concert hall.

The Idyllwild Water District lost two of its five directors in September. Former President James Billman and Director Mike Frietas resigned unexpectedly within the same week. The remaining directors have not be able to appoint replacements because Vice President John Cook prefers to wait and hold an election in March 2017. Regardless of the…
The board of the Idyllwild Community Recreation Council reviewed challenges it is facing and noted some bright spots at its Monday, Dec. 12 meeting. The successes include a likely grant to help staff and run the Idyllwild Skate Park (ISP) and increased attendance at the park. New board member Cheryl Vladika submitted a $15,000 grant…
On May 3, the Riverside County district attorney filed a felony charge for unlawful possession of a controlled substance against Idyllwild resident Arthur L. DeRoss. A second charge for misdemeanor being under the influence was also filed. DeRoss pleaded not guilty to both. A felony settlement conference has been scheduled for June 19. Meanwhile DeRoss…
Most of 2021’s last Fern Valley Water District (FVWD) board meeting was taken up discussing the proposed rain capture program Friday morning, Dec. 17.Before that discussion, President Richard Schnetzer mentioned that former Idyllwild Water District Director Dave Hunt was supposed to be at the meeting to discuss the cloud seeding project the Santa Ana River…
Not only is the Hill subject to planned power shutdowns in case of emergencies such as fire or extreme weather, but due to equipment problems and maintenance, unplanned outages occur frequently. In December, Southern California Edison, which provides electricity to the Hill, shared this message with local customers: “We’re working hard to improve your experience…
The Hill’s homegrown mountain bike race, the Idyllwild Spring Challenge, is gearing up for its ninth year. The Idyllwild Cycling event is held each year in May on the May Valley trail system from the race’s starting point in the Hurkey Creek campground. The 2013 competition kicks off at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 4, with…