Mental health Dear editor:May is Mental Health Month. By urging my public officials to prioritize suicide prevention, mental health and crisis care, I am hoping to influence collective change to support #MentalHealth4All.Right now, individuals in crisis are able to call 1-800-273-8255 to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential…
Q. I have a favorite shirt. My wife nags me because it’s a bit tattered. How long should a man be allowed to wear his favorite shirt? -Leonard, Sun City A. There’s nothing as comfortable as a favorite shirt. You shouldn’t stop wearing it just because it has tatters. I have favorites that I’ve worn…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” the ARF cats learned about Shorty’s adoption.Pepper: I keep hearing laughter and squealing. What is it?Whiskers: I hear it, too.Ellie: Relax! It’s just some humans visiting the three kittens. They are so entertaining.Miss Kitty: They make everyone laugh.Ellie: Have they been spoken for? I mean, do they…
70 years ago – 1951Opening of trout season was marred by severe weather and tragedy. Ten camping parties had to be rescued from Dark Canyon Campground and a boy froze to death when he attempted to hike out seeking help for his father who had suffered a heart attack. 65 years ago – 1956In a…
Short-term rentals Dear editor:Idyllwild is not on the map to make some rich and others poor — some with homes, others homeless. As I see it, short-term rentals are taking over, leaving long-term renters pushed out, fearful and sad with nowhere to go.Leaving Idyllwild to tourists, visitors and weekenders, who do not care and are…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” the cats met new cattery members, including three kittens.Pepper: I have news! Get over here if you want the latest.Whiskers: I’m here, and so is almost everyone else.Ellie: Everyone except Shorty.Miss Kitty: That is because Shorty has been adopted!Ellie: What wonderful news. Now we need people to…
70 years ago – 1951The Lions Club was making plans to construct a children’s playground adjacent to Town Hall. 65 years ago – 1956It was Civil Defense Week on the Hill. Local stores were displaying emergency supplies and residents were asked to learn about being prepared for an emergency. 60 years ago – 1961Rodney Welch…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” the cats discussed the serious concerns of heat and pets.Pepper: Gather ‘round everyone! We have some new cattery members.Whiskers: Yippee! Tell us all about them.Ellie: I think Pepper is speaking of me. I am Ellie, the newest office cat looking for a forever home.Miss Kitty: Hi, Ellie!…
70 years ago – 1951Izaak Walton League members took part in a work party, cleaning the Fuller Mill Creek campground. 65 years ago – 1956Inie and Johnny Wilson celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. 60 years ago – 1961In addition to a parade, carnival, square dance and ball, the fifth-annual Idyllwild Bear Festival featured a Pauline…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” the cats discussed keeping dogs comfortable and safe in hot summer weather.Pepper: After talking about summer heat dangers for dogs and cats the last two weeks, I’m beginning to think I should just stay home during the heat of the day.Whiskers: That is really a good idea….
