The San Bernardino National Forest plans to start prescribed fire operations on its three ranger districts this month and is scheduled to continue through early 2024. The Fire and Aviation Management program considers wind, humidity, temperature and fuel types — such as brush, trees and grasses — when planning and implementing prescribed fires. Other factors…
A wildland firefighter with San Bernardino National Forest ignites grass with a drip torch at the Thomas Mountain Prescribed Fire, June 15. The prescribed burn took place at the San Jacinto Ranger District of the forest. USDA FOREST SERVICE PHOTO BY GUSTAVO BAHENA
From left, Lucy Sung-won Park, first place; Jiho Kim, honorable mention; Linken Kao, second place; Jess Bell, honorable mention; Skipper McKenna, honorable mention; and Sofia Montelinano, third place and best of show, at the Idyllwild Arts Academy’s Visual Arts Show Friday night at Parks Exhibition Center on campus. PHOTO BY JOEL FEINGOLD
American Legion Post 800 Commander Ygnacio Garcia at the podium Saturday with the Color Guard during the Veterans Day ceremony. PHOTO BY JOEL FEINGOLD
Idyllwild Fire The Idyllwild Fire Protection District responded to these calls from Sunday to Saturday, Nov. 5 to 11. • Nov. 7 — EMS. Saunders Meadow Rd. • Nov. 7 — EMS. Circle Dr. • Nov. 7 — EMS. Unknown locations. • Nov. 7 — EMS. Tollgate Rd. • Nov. 7 — EMS, transport. Saunders…
By JP Crumrine Correspondent At it’s Nov. 7 meeting, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors chose not to include a list of supporters and opponents to countywide, school district or local government measures on the actual election ballot. Assembly Bill (AB) 1416, approved in September 2022, requires this information for statewide referenda or initiatives. However,…
A crew works to install the lights on the Idy Park Sequoias in preparation for the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Saturday, Nov. 23. PHOTO BY JOEL FEINGOLD
Forest Services Volunteer Association Fire Lookout Dan Roberts is one of the volunteers at Black Mountain Lookout, shown recently. PHOTO BY JOEL FEINGOLD
Wyatt Priefer at Beat Night at Middle Ridge Winery Tasting Gallery Monday, Nov. 6. PHOTO BY PETER SZABADI
