Soroptimist International of Idyllwild is once again offering local female students the opportunity to apply for the Women’s Opportunity Award. The $500 award is given to a woman who is enrolled in a vocational skills program or an undergraduate degree program and who is the primary financial support for her family. The goal is to…

Fire threats not diminished The dry summer was temporarily abated this weekend yet the rain here never approached the hurricane levels that drenched Texas and now are inundating Florida from hurricanes Harvey and Irma. “The rain helps slow the fire and its spread if we do get a start,” said Idyllwild Fire Chief Patrick Reitz….

Fire restrictions on the San Bernardino National Forest will be relaxed on Saturday, Jan. 8. Multiple winter storms in December brought significant rain and snow to the area, decreasing the fire danger to “moderate” forestwide.  “After a very long fire season, I am breathing a sigh of relief for our staff who tirelessly worked to…