LAO has greater concern over future budgets than FY 25-26
Last week, the State’s Legislative Analyst’s Office released its review of the Governor’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The LAO generally agreed with...
IWD hears from public on proposed land sale
The Board of Idyllwild Water District elected new officers. Charles Schelly will remain as President and newly elected member Jessica Preifer will become Vice...
Scott new President of FVWD Board
At their Jan. 16 meeting, the board of the Fern Valley Water District elected new officers for 2025. Vice President Kevin Scott is the...
California award $122 million to build more EV charging stations
On Jan. 10, the Biden Administration contributed to California’s plans and efforts to replace gasoline powered vehicles – cars and light trucks – with...
“Strictly Elvis UK” brings tour group to Idyllwild
'Strictly Elvis UK” bills itself as “the UK’s largest Elvis fan organization.” The group is “Dedicated solely to keeping the legend of Elvis Presley...
Spiritual Workout
Dear Spiritual Workout:
I’m noticing my town is getting more and more politically divisive. How do I live in harmony among those whose beliefs are...
Cal Trans repairs Emergency repairs underway on Highway 74 above Palm Desert
Cal Trans has provided an update on work to repair the many potholes on Highway 74 between Pinyon Pines and Palm Desert. Eric Dionne,...
Idyllwild Fire Provides Critical Support During LA County Fires While Maintaining Local Readiness
In a Monday, January 13 letter, Idyllwild Fire Protection District Chief Mark LaMont provided an update on staffing and the district’s role in fighting...
Wildfire chances persist through Spring
Last week, record low rainfall since summer was reported and forecasts for a major change in these conditions are not present.
On Dec. 31, Cal...
Silver Pines survives falling trees
On the morning of Wednesday, January 8, Pino Tree Company had a crew around and on top of Silver Pines Lodge removing branches. Silver...