Service, whether as a professional or a volunteer, has been one of the anchors of Christopher Scott’s life. He is neither a native “hillbilly” nor a long-time resident. But Scott’s devotion to serving his community is becoming well known on the Hill, especially as he bestows the Idyllwild Rotary mugs to guest speakers each week….

The term “page turner” is generally associated with novels of suspense, intrigue and mystery. Rarely do we find it applied to a work of nonfiction. But one writer has crafted a memoir of his time as an arctic physician that well earns that accolade. The book is “On Call in the Arctic” by Thomas J….

By Christian ChalifourContributed Chamber orchestra is back. Two rehearsals start this month: two groups in two different locations.Desert Chamber Orchestra (DCO) rehearsals will resume Thursdays (for the summer) from 7 to 9:30 p.m. beginning July 22 at Metropolitan Community Church Coachella Valley, 32150 Candlewood Dr., Cathedral City, CA 92234. Rehearsals will be every other week…