Customers want more time to study changes Opposition to water-rate increases has been building on the Hill. Over the past five months, all three of the local water districts have recommended rate increases for their customers. In December, Fern Valley Water District was the first to hold a public hearing for a proposed rate increase….
Library’s summer reading is for all ages The Idyllwild Library officially launches its Summer Reading Program for all ages with a dynamic kick-off on Saturday, June 2, featuring kid-friendly festivities and a showcase by Pacific Animal Productions. This summer’s “Reading Takes You Everywhere” theme represents book selections from Japan, Mexico, Australia, Israel, USA, Italy, the…
Improving educational option on island On May 21, Edeline Felizor will be in Idyllwild to discuss the community school in Haiti, named after her, Institut Edeline, which several local residents have helped support. Felizor, a native Haitian and nurse, was trapped in the rubble of the 2010 Haitian earthquake. In an area that had few…
According to the U.S. Forest Service, two military V22 Ospreys are scheduled to do a touch-and-go training landing at Keenwild Helibase, sometime between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 15. The Forest Service spokesman said he’s unsure if they are from Pendleton, Miramar, etc., but is trying to confirm. Also, if weather conditions check out,…
California law requires a child restraint (child safety seat or booster seat) to be utilized by children until they are at least 8 years old or 4’9” tall. To raise awareness on child seat safety, the California Highway Patrol, Hemet Women’s Club and Burlington Coat Factory have partnered together in an ambitious effort to educate…
Construction begins soon for Phase I of the Idyllwild Community Center. Photos by JP Crumrine
Poll workers are needed at voting locations throughout Riverside County for the upcoming June 5 Consolidated Primary Election. Poll workers may earn up to $125 as Precinct Inspectors or $90 as Precinct Officers. No experience is required. The Registrar of Voters office will provide the needed training. Poll workers must attend a training class to…
At 6:41 p.m. Wednesday, May 9, Sabrina Garcia, 25, of San Jacinto, was driving a black, 2002 Mercedes westbound on Highway 74, east of Bee Canyon Truck Trail, according to California Highway Patrol Public Information Officer Darren Meyer. In the right front seat was James Honeycutt, 28, also from San Jacinto. The driver was wearing…
Seventh resignation in less than two years Catherine Dearing resigned as a director of the Idyllwild Water District last week. President Dr. Charles Schelly confirmed her resignation and Interim General Manager Jack Hoagland said it was for health reasons. Plans for replacing her will be discussed and announced at the District’s May 16 meeting, according…
Brenda Lorraine Underwood, 69, passed away after a valiant 23-year battle against metastatic breast cancer Friday, April 27, 2018, at her home in Hemet. Brenda was born March 13, 1949, in Port Huron, Michigan, to Ethel Lorraine and Morris Merton Anglebrandt. As a small child growing up in Southern California, Brenda could not remember a…
