Toilet paper … Never in my life did I think that 95% of my thoughts would be consumed with commentary on toilet paper. But here I am, focused on toilet paper like it’s the center of the universe. I should make a disclaimer before you continue reading. After a childhood wrought with hard times, I…
Last week, the U.S. Forest Service announced that two of its roads, Bee Canyon Road (5S07) and Idyllwild Control Road (5S06), in the San Jacinto Mountains were going to close down a month each for repairs. “Due to this and next week’s storms, both road construction projects have been delayed and are currently scheduled to…
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Town Crier is making a few temporary changes. The Town Crier office will not be open to the public until further notice. You may still place advertising, however, by calling the office at 951-659-2145 and asking for Lisa (display ads and the service directory) or Mandy (classifieds, service directory,…
Editor: What’s the most valuable thing in the forest? For wildlife, habitat with consistent food and water sources. To a hiker, the most valuable things are varied trails and interesting views with sufficient canopy to shelter from the sun whenever present. Residents want peace of mind knowing their home and forest will still be there…
Nothing in this article is meant to be medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/cleaning-disinfection.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fcommunity%2Fhome%2Fcleaning-disinfection.html New Yorker magazine. No link. COVID-19: A novel Coronavirus As a public service, we will attempt to bring together in this article the evidence-based and rapidly emerging information about the pandemic disease known as COVID-19. Remember, it is…
By U.S. CensusContributed Starting last week, Californians began receiving invitations to participate in the 2020 Census from the U.S. Census Bureau. This marks the official beginning of the historic count that will determine the distribution of billions of dollars in federal funding and state and political representation in the next decade. Every Californian can now…
A collision occurred on Highway 74 last week, according to California Highway Patrol (CHP) Officer Matt Napier. According to the report, at 10:25 a.m. on March 10, two vehicles were involved in a traffic collision. The incident occurred on Highway 74 2.9 miles east of Highway 371. Patrick Michael Rollett, 38 of Perris, was driving…
A Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) hiker was found in a near-hypothermic state Saturday afternoon after fellow hikers found him wandering in the snow and off the trail in wet clothes with no shoes. The PCT hiker had been in the area for two to three days after hiking through knee-deep snow. The Riverside Mountain Rescue…
Cal Fire Here are some recent Cal Fire calls by station. Station 23 – Pine Cove • March 9 — Traffic collision, 7:52 a.m. • March 10 — Traumatic injuries, 2:33 p.m. • March 10 — Sick person, 5:48 p.m. • March 14 — Cold exposure, 3:15 p.m. Station 30 – Pinyon Pines • March…
70 years ago – 1950 Former President Herbert Hoover was invited to attend the dedication of the Lou Henry Hoover Memorial Forest at Azalea Trails Girl Scout Camp on June 25. The forest was one of four memorials honoring the Hoover’s wife who was known for her support of the Girl Scouts. 65 years ago…
