

Darwin to restore Center of Idyllwild mural
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The Art Alliance of Idyllwild (AAI) has commissioned artist T.J. Darwin to restore the beauty of the “Center of Idyllwild” mural on The Fort facing Highway 243. On Monday, Oct. 3, Darwin began by washing the grime off. The mural was built in 1992 and, according to AAI representatives, has not had any improvements during that time. Darwin plans to complete his work by Oct. 18. Photo by Cid Castillo

This Sunday, Middle Ridge Winery Tasting Gallery will host recording artist Patrice Morris for a captivating performance of classic and original gospel music. For 12 years and counting, this quintessential singer/songwriter has kept her soul alive performing with The 5th Dimension much of the year, with gospel music in her heart. Morris began singing in…
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Living Free Animal Sanctuary has a new executive director, Sophia Dean. Dean was promoted from within the organization, having served most recently as marketing coordinator. Born in New Mexico, where she learned to love horses, she grew up in New Jersey and spent eight years in New York City. There she continued to work with…