Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom implemented a Stay-at-Home order for one month between the hours of 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. that began Saturday, Nov. 21 for all counties in the purple tier. Only “essential” workers are permitted to be out during this time. The governor moved 28 counties back to the most-restricted purple tier…
The Town Crier reached out to its readers to ask for tributes to Doug Austin, our Mr. Idyllwild, a man who showered us all with love and kindness, and a passion for literacy. His Dickensian voice and presence emceed many events, particularly the Idyllwild Summer Concert Series and the Tree Lighting Ceremony.Sadly for them and…
On occasion, the Town Crier must challenge authority — sometimes those who run our local public agencies for us. Some of these folk are administrators and some are board members you elected.But please remember: They do not own the public agencies they operate — you do. They work for you. You need to be able…
Cal FireCal Fire recently responded to the following calls by station.Station 23 – Pine Cove• Nov. 16 — Chest pain, 8:11 a.m.• Nov. 16 — Diabetic problems, 9:59 p.m.• Nov. 20 — Vehicle fire, 7:59 p.m.• Nov. 21 — Inaccessible rescue, 1:42 p.m.• Nov. 22 — Fire – false alarm, 1:23 p.m.• Nov. 22 —…
70 years ago – 1950“Red,” a barking dog, awakened his sleeping neighbors about 2 a.m. He was alerting them that there was a fire in the Cedars Café. He was deemed a hero. 65 years ago – 1955At a Town Hall meeting of Idyllwild water users, a bond issue of $265,000 on a 26-year term…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” ARF cats talked about ARF’s new appointment-only policy.Holly: (entering the cattery with Willow) Hello, everyone. I figured it is about time we formally meet.Willow: I’m Willow, a beautiful Calico who is ready for a forever family.Holly: And I’m Holly, mother of the litter here at ARF. I’ll…
The Idyllwild Water District (IWD) Board of Directors approved in a 4-1 vote to implement a pay grade and step schedule, and eliminate automatic 5% salary increase upon completion of certifications.General Manager Leo Havener wrote in the staff report that the “board of directors will consider approving general manager recommendation of a proposed pay grade…
BBVA and PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. have announced that PNC will acquire BBVA USA, of which Idyllwild’s BBVA bank is a branch. BBVA USA is a banking subsidiary of BBVA USA Bancshares, Inc., the whole of which is being purchased by PNC.The transaction is not expected to be formally approved by regulatory agencies until…
By Colleen TresslerDivision of Consumer and Business Education, FTC Scammers follow the headlines. They take advantage of what’s happening in the news to find new ways to get people to part with their money. During the COVID pandemic, cleaning supplies have been in high demand, but often in short supply. Scammers see that as opportunity…
You all know Doug Austin. An imposing figure of a man, both in and out of Dickensian garb, Doug was Idyllwild’s most beloved master of ceremonies, volunteering at just about any community event until recently when health considerations required him to move off our Hill.A champion of literacy, Doug encourages young and old alike to…
