Newsom’s State of the State address stresses progress, proposal to reorganize educational agencies
By Michael Ferro
On January 8, Governor Gavin Newsom gave his final “State of the State” address. He contrasted the life and virtues of California to other states’, and enumerated many achievements. “In California, we are not silent. We are not hunkering down. We are not retreating. We are a beacon,” he said proudly. “This state is providing…
The state budget, enacted in June, for the first time included nearly $400 million for an earned income tax credit for California residents. Last week, state officials announced availability, eligibility and how to obtain the credit. The state credit is in addition to the federal earned income tax credit. Gov. Jerry Brown estimated than nearly…
The commissioners of the Idyllwild Fire Protection District Tuesday afternoon, voted 4-0 to establish a Joint Powers Authority to provide fire and emergency service to the city of San Jacinto. Commissioner Larry Donahoo was absent. At a special meeting Monday morning, May 23, the commission voted 5-0 to study a draft agreement and formulate questions…
By Lynn PennockContributed Chris Pennock first came to Idyllwild 40 years ago to rock climb with his stunt man. It was then that he fell in love with the beautiful surroundings of the Idyllwild mountains. Chris often came up on weekends to hike with friends. In 1988, he moved here to Idyllwild with his new…
Last week, the California Public Utilities Commission revealed a plan to tax text messages and intends to vote on it next month. Since 1994, the state imposed an “All End User Surcharge” on telecommunications services. The exception was the Universal Lifeline. The revenue was used to fund the Universal Services program for low-income residents. However,…
By California Department of Fish and WildlifeContributed The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) invites artists to submit their original artwork to the 2021/22 California Duck Stamp Art Contest. Submissions will be accepted April 26 through June 4.The artwork must depict the species selected by the California Fish and Game Commission, which for the…
By U.S. Forest ServiceContributed Officials with San Bernardino National Forest are seeking comments from the public on two preliminary grants submitted to the State of California to fund the forest’s off-highway vehicle (OHV) operations. The draft applications are based on public and staff feedback given in February and seek to enhance ground operations and law…
