Idyllwild Town Crier

First off, I would like to state that in over 30 years on the Hill, I have been hesitant to respond to delusional letters to the editor. I feel compelled at this time to speak up in response to Norm Cassen’s letter in which he makes disparaging remarks about John Simpson. In all of my interactions with John, I...

In published in the July 28 issue of the Town Crier, Norm Cassen wrote that John Simpson, former president of the Idyllwild Community Recreation Council (ICRC), was guilty of a conflict of interest over the possible building of the new community center because stood to gain financially by having a gym and a heated swimming pool near...

Last week, you published a letter to the editor that included one man’s opinion that John Simpson of the Rainbow Inn was driven by a profit motive for his work on the Idyllwild Community Recreation Council (ICRC). All who know Mr. Simpson and the Rainbow Inn are aware that they have made immeasurable contributions of time and funds to...

In 1969, Jack Garner sold land in Garner Valley to a development company. Not wasting any time, like Idyllwild Community Recreation Council (ICRC), they cut down all the heirloom trees and sold them for lumber. They submitted the plans for zoning change to the Riverside Planning Commission. They knew that few Garner Valley residents would resist. The plans were...

Perhaps I should be less critical of specific town residents given their filthy mouths? Hmm. Bill Brown and Jeff Stone took control of a failing recreation program, it’s that simple. ICRC refused and refuses to purchase liability insurance while transporting children, and refused to provide liability and property insurance when repeatedly told to do so. Talk about a breach of...

One of the joys of living in Idyllwild is our freedom from the usual trend of modern resort towns toward suburban sprawl and congestion. I take special pleasure in discovering spots that have reverted to an earlier, more primitive condition. One such place is the recently dedicated Roe Memorial Grove on the Idyllwild Arts campus. Nestled between a meadow and...

Brendan Steele did not fare well in the RBC Canadian Open in Vancouver, British Columbia two weeks ago. His 76-72 — 148 did not qualify him for the cut and weekend play. His driving accuracy was low, which led to a low percentage of greens in regulation. The Idyllwild native had last week off, but this week he is entered...

GeGe Beagle reported on Town Hall Adult Coed Softball standings for the week of July 25. CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS StandingsWinsLosses Creekstone Inn50 Ajax32 Pacific Slope31 Forest Lumber24 Idyllwild Tea Company14 Café Aroma14 Send sports reports about locals to [email protected] or drop them off at the Town Crier by 10 a.m. Mondays. Photos are also welcome. If sending by e-mail, resolution must be at least 300 dpi.