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The Idyllwild American Legion Post 800 hosted a delicious Prime Rib Dinner Night on Friday, Oct. 7, which was attended by almost 70 members and friends. Danny Richardson, House Committee chairman for the post, accompanied by his wife, Terry, cut the main entrée. Photo by Cid Castillo

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