By Marshall SmithIdyllwild Association of Realtors Carefully managed short-term vacation rentals, registered as required with a county and/or municipality, having owner/operators who follow governing rules and regulations, can provide a service to visitors and a benefit to the community and its tax base.These rentals are often a first impression for visitors to a community —…
With the sun shining and spring-like weather upon us, it’s a perfect time to go out on the hiking trails. In doing so, it’s important to remember to practice safety. Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department recently released an educational video on their social media platforms to help hikers prepare for their adventures. “Our department responds to quite…
The Pine Cove Water District held its first board of directors meeting via Zoom this month.The district is still looking into and researching options for upgrading its meters. General Manager Jerry Holldber presented future plans for district improvements and the cost associated with those improvements. The document is included with the story.The board voted to…
Idyllwild FireThe Idyllwild Fire Protection District recently responded to the following calls.Idyllwild• Feb. 8 — Medical aid, 9:49 a.m. Highway 243.• Feb. 8 — Medical aid, 6:19 p.m. Tahquitz Dr.• Feb. 10 — Medical aid, 10:08 p.m. Country Club Dr.• Feb. 12 — Medical aid, 1:07 a.m. Delano Ave.• Feb. 12 — Medical aid, 1:20…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” the cats met new ARF cats Apricot and Cinnamon.Whiskers: The silence is weird.Pepper: The silence of very few cats?Whiskers: Last week was a great one for ARF. Marcel, Apricot and Cinnamon all found their forever homes!Pepper: And that’s why it is so quiet here.Whiskers: The silence makes…
70 years ago – 1951Ideas for community betterment were discussed at a Chamber of Commerce meeting. Among the suggestions offered: youth projects and recreation facilities, trash cans around the village, conservation education and individual meditation. Seems like some individuals have been meditating on these issues for some time. 65 years ago – 1956The annual report…
Brendan Steele posted a 1-over-par 71-69-74-71 — 285 in the Genesis Open on the Riviera Country Club course in Pacific Palisades, tying for 43rd place.The Idyllwild native’s drives averaged 296 yards while finding 55% of the fairways. Brendan hit 52% of the greens in regulation.His putter pretty much performed even with the field.Brendan still ranks…
After seven long and grueling months, countless hours of searching by family, law enforcement and volunteers, handing out flyers, and missed birthdays and holidays, the family of Rosario Garcia can now have closure. Garcia’s remains were located 500 feet from her vehicle Jan. 24 by the Fowler-O’Sullivan Foundation (FOF) with the help of Western States…
The Idyllwild Water District (IWD) Board of Directors February meeting was the district’s second attempt to hold its meeting via Zoom. The district, after a failed first attempt in January, was able to successfully hold a February meeting via Zoom. All five directors were present. Public hearing set for May The board voted to “set…
by Riverside CountyContributed The County of Riverside launched a survey to hear from residents living in unincorporated areas about the services and programs that are most in need. The unincorporated communities initiative recognizes that building strong community well-being requires critical services and infrastructure. The survey will be online until March 31 and is also available…
