By Southern California EdisonContributed There’s still time for high school seniors whose dreams are to power the future and make a difference through the study of science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) to apply for Edison International’s $1.2-million 2020 Edison Scholars Program (www.edison.com/home/community/edison-scholars.html). The scholarship application deadline is Dec. 16. To apply and obtain additional…
Former Idyllwild Town Crier News Editor JP Crumrine retired Sept. 24 after 16 years with the newspaper. Recently, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) sent Crumrine a certificate of commendation for exceptional media partnership. The certificate mentions the strong relationship Crumrine fostered with CHP. “You will always be remembered as a powerful source for public opinion…
Think of this like a little public service announcement for all significant others that have found themselves forced into prep for a holiday party they want no part of. Follow a simple rule — and at the end of the party — you will find yourself in the embrace of the person you love, and…
This time of year can be a wonderful time to continue our exploration of gratitude and how consciously and purposefully practicing gratefulness can benefit us physically and psychologically by promoting health and healing. (See links at the end for the health impacts associated with gratitude). This practice can benefit us when we are already happy…
By John FensterwaldEdSource The California School Boards Association announced Wednesday, Dec. 4, that it and its partners will end their effort to put a $15 billion tax initiative benefiting K-12 and community colleges before voters next November (https://www.csba.org/Newsroom/PressReleases/2019/2019-1204-FullandFairFundingBallotUpdate). Stating it wanted to avoid the prospect of competing tax measures for education on the same ballot,…
Several items were on the agenda at the Fern Valley Water District (FVWD) board meeting Nov. 15. The board discussed the pipeline replacement project, new rain gauges, well level recordings, and current production and water storage. In addition, the board approved employee annual bonuses. As of Nov. 15, 2,700 feet, or almost 70%, of the…
Idyllwild Fire Here are some of the calls Idyllwild Fire Protection District responded to recently. • Nov. 30 — Medical aid, 9:50 a.m. Delano Dr. • Nov. 30 — Power line down, 11:56 a.m. Saunders Meadow Rd. • Nov. 30 — Assist police or other government agency, 11:57 a.m. Fern Valley Rd. • Nov. 30…
70 years ago – 1949 Postmaster Rita Patton reminded everyone that unsealed Christmas cards required 2 cents postage. 65 years ago – 1954 The big Christmas tree was lit in the lobby of the Idyllwild Inn. 60 years ago – 1959 The Chamber of Commerce asked the County Board of Supervisors to exclude Idyllwild from…
By Art Alliance of Idyllwild The Art Alliance of Idyllwild (AAI) is grateful to the Ruth & Joseph C. Reed Foundation for a $10,000 grant. This grant allows the AAI to benefit the youth of Idyllwild and beyond. This financial support will be used to offer fused glass and pottery workshops and an origami STEAM…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” the cats talked about ARF’s new puppies. Terra: Break out the catnip! We are having an epic celebration. Tillie: I’m always up for a party. But what is the celebration all about? Terra: Okay everyone, you’d better sit down. Mr. Gray found a forever home! Zeus: Oh…
