We’re all aware of the physicians, nurses, and other hospital workers, and the fire, ambulance and law enforcement personnel who are risking their health and their lives while saving the lives of others during this pandemic. No praise is enough for such heroes. But there are additional front-line heroes right here on our Hill who…
CHP citations jump by 87% for violators speeding more than 100 mph By California Highway PatrolContributed Caltrans announced today a joint effort with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to urge drivers in the state to slow down given a recent 87% increase in citations for speeding in excess…
70 years ago – 1950 Ernie Maxwell was completing the 1950 U.S. Census report for this area. 65 years ago – 1955 Although disappointed by the actions of both the Riverside County Board of Supervisors and the state Legislature who supported building the Palm Springs Tramway, the Citizens Group announced it would continue its…
Sheriff’s log The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Hemet Station responded to the following calls Sunday to Saturday, April 19 to April 25. Idyllwild • April 19 — Alarm call, 10:45 a.m. 54000 block of Marian View Dr. Handled by deputy. • April 19 — Public disturbance, 6:59 p.m. Delano Dr. Handled by deputy. • April…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” ARF cats discussed help that is available for those who have trouble affording pet food at this uncertain time. Zeus: Hey! Did everyone hear about the new ARF dog? Lulu: I heard a rumor that it is a very cute boy. Whiskers: And I heard…
As adults, we all know how expensive it is to furnish a house. Even the necessities are enough to put you out of pocket by thousands of dollars, and that is just to fill the house, let alone make it a home with your style. Georgie Smith and her wife Melissa Goddard have owned a…
By Riverside University Health System Riverside County Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser is extending his order requiring residents to wear face coverings when outside and to continue practicing social distancing through June 19. The county is also moving to fully align with the governor’s “Stay-at-Home” order until amended or rescinded. Riverside County residents are…
The number of COVID-19 cases continues to increase throughout Riverside County. Riverside University Health System (RUHS) is still reporting three confirmed COVID-19 cases for Idyllwild-Pine Cove as of April 28. The number has not increased since April 6. The first confirmed case in Idyllwild-Pine Cove was April 3. As of April 28 at 3 p.m.,…
Doug Austin held his annual Idyllwild School essay and poster contest based on one of the literary works of Charles Dickens. This year Austin chose “A Christmas Carol.” Mike Van Zee, Idyllwild School’s 7th and 8th grade social studies teacher, had his 8th grade classes read and study the novel and watch the movie. He…
County Service Area (CSA) 38 advisory committee was dissolved last week by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors during their regular meeting. The committee was appointed by Riverside County Third District Supervisor Chuck Washington and served the area of Pine Cove. CSA 38 funding comes from an Ad-Valorem tax (property tax) for enhanced structural fire…
