Temecula Valley Winery Management Clients Making Wine, Opening Wineries Nov 8, 2008
For Chris and Melody Johnston of Idyllwild, CA, TVWM's one-stop approach has allowed them to begin producing and marketing their own wine label much sooner than they thought for considerably less dollars. The Johnstons had planned to build their own winery in Idyllwild, a mountain resort 30 minutes east of Hemet, CA, but quickly became frustrated by the permitting process. (Primezone Releases)
Forest Service honors... Nov 6, 2008
Idyllwild Ranger Station: 909-382-2922. Mill Creek Ranger Station: 909-382-2881. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 4, 2008 Nov 5, 2008
Alf comes close in one respect -when up in Idyllwild on about our 1st or 2nd anniversary, she walked into an expensive glass store (from which we have an interesting 3-tiered candle-holder) and uttered the infamous words, "But, dear, it's only money!". She even had a T-shirt made with that phrase on the front just to taunt me or to let salespeople know the score. (North County Times)
Demand Climbs for Wireless Voice, Multimedia and Internet Access in Riverside County Oct 27, 2008
The new sites improve 3G coverage and call capacity for customers in and around: -- Hemet - along Highway 74/Florida Avenue from Lyon Avenue to Soboba Avenue and surrounding area -- Idyllwild - along Highway 243 from Twin Pines Road to Hall Mill/Hall Canyon, including Poppet Flats community -- Perris - Interstate 215 between March and Wildwood and surrounding area, including portion of March Air Force Base -- Sun City - along Newport Road from Goetz Road to Interstate 215 and along Murrieta Road... (PR Newswire)
REGION: SDG&E puts fire shutoff policy on hold Oct 14, 2008
"Those concerns prompted SDGuspend the policy one week after it went into effect.But Donovan said the company will put it back into effect, possibly late this week, after talking to affected residents in De Luz, Rainbow, Pala, Valley Center, Palomar Mountain, Ramona and Julian.The policy calls for shutting off power when all of five conditions are met: the National Weather Service has issued a "red flag" wind warning, humidity is less than 20 percent, dead-plant moisture is less than 6 percent,... (North County Times)
SDG&E's new fire plan drawing mixed reviews Oct 5, 2008
In 2003, for example, Southern California Edison shut down power to the mountain community of Idyllwild at the request of Cal Fire. I think it's long overdue, said County Supervisor Dianne Jacob who represents a large portion of the East County that could be affected. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 21, 2008 Sep 22, 2008
I'll be having brats and root beer in Idyllwild in 2 weeks. We go to the same cabin at the same inn there every anniversary (10-3) that we did on our honeymoon and have dinner at the Gastrognome, which has filet mignon that you can cut with a fork. (North County Times)
Climate Change Caused Widespread Tree Death In California Mountain Range, Study Confirms Aug 16, 2008
Kelly and Michael Goulden, Earth system science professor, studied the north face of the Santa Rosa Mountains, just south of Palm Desert near Idyllwild, Calif. In the past 30 years, the average temperature there rose about 2 degrees Fahrenheit. (Science Daily)
It's all Greek ... Aug 1, 2008
She had a Greek friend in Idyllwild, so she moved there and, after making hamburgers and french fries for awhile, she transformed a fast-food restaurant to the first Greek Place six years ago, using recipes from her grandmother and mother to make the meals from scratch ... A few years ago, she decided she wanted to get out of Idyllwild and into a more populated area ... With a paint job, renovations (both done with the help of Greek people living in the area) and new decorations, The Greek Place... (North County Times)
Knowing when to savor the moment Jun 14, 2008
During the day, while he was taking his final exams, I had time to stroll around the small town of Idyllwild nestled amongst cedars and oaks at 6,000 feet elevation. It was Memorial Day and the mood of this mile-high village was festive. (Juneau Empire)
* Makes you want to drink Jun 8, 2008
The boys worked with the art therapists who came periodically to the park, and Jermaine was selected for a scholarship to Idyllwild Arts summer camp in California. Now Jermaine, 16, has left home and school, and is staying with another family in Kenner, outside New Orleans, where he has a job at Dairy Queen. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Talent is their ticket to explore the bass Jun 2, 2008
Aug. 23-24: Marshall Hawkins (performing with Harry Pickens, Bob Boss and other artists) at the 15th annual Jazz in the Pines festival, 52500 Temecula Drive, Idyllwild ($55); (951) 313-3361 or idyllwildjazz ... RESIDES IN: Idyllwild (since 1978) ... TEACHES AT: Idyllwild Arts Academy. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Big Brother database for phones and e-mails May 21, 2008
Michael Oberndorf, Idyllwild , USA. Well what does all this survelliance matter anyways. (Times Online)
Bear cub discovered west of Temecula Apr 10, 2008
"There aren't a lot of them, though there are occasional sightings in the San Jacinto Mountains near Idyllwild. But the ones that are around here are doing all right; they're reproducing.". Arrangements are being made to take the cub to the state Department of Fish and Game's Wildlife Investigation Lab in Rancho Cordova near Sacramento, where the animal will be evaluated, Traisi said. (North County Times)
Escondido private school to sell bonds to fund new campus Feb 23, 2008
Proceeds from the sale of the 35-year bonds will be used for the academy, a summer camp in Idyllwild and another school in San Bernadino County, he said. Each of the schools will be responsible for repaying the funds. (North County Times)
Foreclosures leave renters in the lurch Feb 8, 2008
Ken Carlson, an Idyllwild (Riverside County) attorney specializing in tenants' rights who maintains a Web site at , said there are several strategies tenants can pursue to extend their occupancy of a foreclosed house. First, if there were any mistakes in serving the 30-day notice, they can appeal it. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Icy trails, treacherous roads linger amidst winter storms Feb 3, 2008
IDYLLWILD - With another winter storm on the way and challenging conditions already a potential hazard, rangers are cautioning visitors today against visiting ice- and snow-covered trails unless they have expertise in bitter-cold alpine conditions. "The trails are still covered, and still icy," said Forest Service Ranger Dave Jason, based in Idyllwild. (North County Times)
Obituaries: Clarence Byron "Tony" Cover(1917-2008) Jan 9, 2008
After retiring in 1976, Tony built and lived in homes in Idyllwild, Calif. and along the Smith River in Crescent City. (Daily Triplicate)
Crews prepare for heavy rainfall Jan 4, 2008
Idyllwild sits at an elevation of about 5,300 feet above sea level and Big Bear Mountain is at about 8,000 feet. Elevation in Temecula averages about 1,500 feet. (North County Times)
One Coat's Journey: Bin to Woman's Back Jan 3, 2008
The winter has been colder than usual in Idyllwild, Calif ... Many families that rely on the Idyllwild Help Center for food and clothing are also in desperate need of coats ... The day of Young's drop-off more than 180 coats made their way to the Idyllwild Help Center. (ABC News)
New York Philharmonic Announces Asia 2008, February 11-24, 2008; First Tour with Global Sponsor Credit Suisse Nov 1, 2007
In 1993 he enrolled at the Beijing Central Conservatory, studying with Professor Zhu Dun, and two years later became a full-scholarship student at the Idyllwild Arts Academy in California. During his time there he was the Jack Smith Award Winner at the Pasadena Instrumental Competition, a two-time winner of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Fellowship, and a winner at the Spotlight Competition of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Thousands Lose Power In SoCal Due To Winds, Fire Oct 24, 2007
Outages were reported in SCE service areas in Simi Valley, Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, San Jacinto, San Bernardino, Idyllwild, Riverside and Lake Arrowhead. Residents who see a downed power line should not try to move or touch the line. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Post your Comments Study: Fireproof neighborhoods shrink wildfires Sep 30, 2007
Bourgeron said the study has implications for government forest-thinning programs, such as those under way in the mountains of San Diego County and the popular Idyllwild area of Riverside County. Thinning the woods costs tens of millions of dollars each year. (North County Times)
Family values have Williamson in the hunt Sep 29, 2007
"Another Murrieta resident, Joe Skovron, birdied three of the first six holes on his way to a 3-under 69 that puts him at 4-under 140.Brendan Steele of Idyllwild struggled to a 76 in the first round. The product of Hemet High and UC Riverside managed to come back with a 3-under 69 on Friday that featured an eagle on the No. 11, to make the cut."Nothing was easy," Steele said. "I didn't hit the ball very well and didn't putt very well either day. So I've kind of got to get it together. (North County Times)
Wilderness bill targets 191,000 acres Sep 28, 2007
Elsewhere, it would expand and create wilderness areas in the heavily forested San Jacinto Mountains around Idyllwild, in Joshua Tree National Park and in the desert foothills around Palm Springs ... Geoffrey Caine, first vice president for the Idyllwild Chamber of Commerce, said, "People from across the country have come to this area for years, drawn by Lily Rock. But now these beautiful wild lands will provide additional protected spaces to promote as environmental destinations." ... Besides... (North County Times)
Quakes joggle Inland California Sep 8, 2007
Several microquakes were also recorded near Idyllwild and Anza over the past few days. Seismologists have a general rule about the number of quakes and their magnitudes, California Institute of Technology seismologist Kate Hutton said. (FOX 11, AZ)
L.A.'s heat, rain & fire Sep 1, 2007
They struck near Idyllwild, north of Big Bear, in Lytle Creek and just north of the Heart Bar campgrounds on California 38. In many instances, the lightning was accompanied by heavy rain that washed debris and large rocks onto the roads. (Los Angeles Times)
Lightning Starts Brush Fire In San Jacinto Mountains Aug 22, 2007
-- A lightning-triggered brush fire that broke out Tuesday afternoon in the San Jacinto Mountains northeast of Idyllwild scorched 50 to 80 acres and destroyed several buildings in a long-abandoned campground, authorities said. The "Snow Fire" started at about noon after vegetation smoldering from a recent lightning strike turned into a full-fledged blaze, according to Valerie Baca, spokeswoman for the San Bernardino National Forest. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Go take a hike! Aug 2, 2007
Find sweet lodgings like the quiet Creek inn in nearby Idyllwild ($100$170/night; quietcreekinn. com). (MSNBC -- Travel)
Idyllwild gets its evacuation act together Jul 30, 2007
Idyllwild fire planning not idyllic - Los Angeles Times ... Idyllwild fire planning not idyllic ... By Louis Sahagun, Times Staff Writer July 30, 2007 Regarding evacuation plans for a catastrophic fire, residents of the isolated, mile-high community of Idyllwild have always offered a confident answer: We're prepared. (Los Angeles Times)
Idyllwild fire planning not idyllic Jul 30, 2007
By Louis Sahagun, Times Staff Writer July 30, 2007 Regarding evacuation plans for a catastrophic fire, residents of the isolated, mile-high community of Idyllwild have always offered a confident answer: We're prepared ... Idyllwild Fire Chief Steve Kunkel blamed the communication problem on "small-town politics" in an unincorporated rural community of about 3,500 residents that lacks a central organizing authority ... "But it's also true that we test our plan regularly, and I am confident the... (Los Angeles Times)
Michael Reardon, 42; free solo rock climber is swept away by rogue wave Jul 20, 2007
"The Coast Guard arrived no more than 15 minutes after Reardon was swept out to sea, Corso said, but Reardon was nowhere to be seen. By evening, he said, 12 volunteer rescue boats, the Coast Guard lifeboat and a helicopter were on the scene.As divers continued to search for Reardon's body, the Irish Independent reported that on Tuesday up to 150 people including Reardon's wife, Marci, and 13-year-old daughter Nicki gathered on the Valentia Island cliff-top to pay their respects to the climber.... (Los Angeles Times)
Southwest Riverside County Community News Briefs: Jet Engines topic of talk Jun 27, 2007
Sponsored by Rotary Clubs from Murrieta, the Banning Pass area and Palm Springs, approximately 100 middle-schoolers were recently treated to a weekend at a mountain retreat in Idyllwild, where they were encouraged to take risks and come out of their shells. For information, call Kim Nunn at 314-3285 visit online at www. (North County Times)
Little Yellow Rose Ranch ~ Take a weekend trip ~ on the back of a horse Jun 14, 2007
One can spend an evening dining at a world-class restaurant and dancing with the stars, wake up the next morning in an unbelievable resort, be pampered with a facial or massage and, within an hour, be in Idyllwild and spend the afternoon on the back of a horse trotting through the mountains ... So it wasn't unusual that they pulled on their boots and headed to the Little Yellow Rose Ranch just outside of Idyllwild for a few hours of sightseeing and relaxing on the back of horses ... Our host was... (Desert Entertainer, CA)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: 'In the Park After Dark' family film series continues Jun 12, 2007
ENCINITAS --- The Encinitas Rotary Club of Encinitas has sponsored two 11th-grade students from San Dieguito Academy, Sam Mohan and Jeff Hokanson, to attend the three-day 2007 Rotary Youth Leadership Award Conference in Idyllwild this past spring. Organized by Rotary District 5340, students were selected for their involvement and academic standing. (North County Times)
Riverside County to fund firefighting at Hemet-Ryan Jun 6, 2007
Supervisor Jeff Stone, whose district includes Hemet and nearby fire-prone rural areas such as Idyllwild and Aguanga, wrote the state in 2005 to oppose the plan, arguing that it would move the aircraft farther from areas vulnerable to fires. Supervisors Roy Wilson and John Tavaglione supported a resolution Stone had introduced in opposition to the move. (North County Times)
at Cafe Aroma ~ Jazz is just an oasis away May 31, 2007
For jazz aficionados, Caf Aroma presents its 3rd Annual Aroma/Hart Spring Jazz Festival June 8 - 10 in Idyllwild, nestled high in the mountains above Palm Springs ... Friday, June 8, to Sunday, June 10Cafe Aroma54-750 North Circle DriveIdyllwildNo cover chargewww. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Living Free ~ 'It's All About the Animals' at annual sanctuary benefit May 31, 2007
It's All About the Animals," the third annual benefit for the Living Free Animal Sanctuary, will bark and mew its way into your heart on Saturday, June 9.The donor-supported non-profit no kill animal sanctuary saves, rehabilitates and finds qualified homes for orphaned cats and dogs facing shelter euthanasia. They are a rescue partner to the Coachella Valley Shelter. The benefit, a "family fun day," will take place at the sanctuary from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Less than an hour's drive from the... (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Happy Birthday! May 31, 2007
Today, the Entertainer can be found at more than 840 locations in the desert, Idyllwild and Yucca Valley ... One of our strongest partners is the community of Idyllwild. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
School News briefs: LCCHS alumna named Cherry Blossom Princess May 9, 2007
The selected students attended a three-day camp in Idyllwild Pines intended to further develop leadership skills. All students who are in their junior year of high school and maintain a 2. (North County Times)
Now it's one laptop per 1.75 children Apr 29, 2007
57 children" is incorrect. You would have to say 0.57 laptop for each child.Robert Mathe, Ventura, CA Ok, I think we understand people, and I think Troy gets it too now. You know how to preform a simple middle-school calculation...ok, we get it. Why not try expressing an original viewpoint or idea in response to the story? No, you have to point to this ridiculous mistake in reasoning and school the world in the "correct" way. Here's my response Troy: I know what a laptop per 1.75 children means... (Times Online)
Bill would create new wilderness Apr 23, 2007
Locally, the legislation would add 2,000 acres to the Agua Tibia Wilderness, 214 acres to the 14,000-acre Pine Creek Wilderness in eastern San Diego County and 21,000 acres to existing wilderness lands in the heavily forested San Jacinto Mountains of western Riverside County, near Idyllwild. Meanwhile, an entirely new wilderness area is proposed for North San Diego County. (North County Times)
Say ‘no, no' to Tori in Nipomo Apr 8, 2007
The couple's search for the perfect bed-and-breakfast leads them to Idyllwild no McDonald's, gasp. Ojai outdated inns and, then, Nipomo. (Santa Maria Times)
Summer camps: The play's the thing Apr 8, 2007
The play's the thing. Check out this special addition to our Summer Camp Guide. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Aviation Career Day to offer visual history tour Mar 29, 2007
Excited by the notion of turning this passionate practice into a livelihood, young Mike initially sketched airplanes at Idyllwild Airport (now JFK) in New York beginning in 1963, with his favorite being a New York Airways commuter jet helicopter. "Long before Homeland Security existed, airport agents allowed me to draw the copter up-close, sitting next to it - right there on the ramp," Machat said. (Los Angeles Daily News)
Climate, homes factors in increasing wildfire deaths Feb 19, 2007
U.S. Forest Service firefighters working near near Idyllwild, Calif. pause at a memorial, Oct. 27, 2006, in honor of the four firefighters who were killed while fighting the Esperanza fire. (Montana Standard, MT)
Obituaries - 2/10/2007 Feb 10, 2007
She is survived by her son, Michael Schultz of Idyllwild; and grandsons Brian and Michael of Illinois. John Dougherty II, 62. (North County Times)
Valley Cultural Center announces 2007 music competition Feb 9, 2007
This award includes $1,075 in cash and a scholarship to Idyllwild Summer School of Music and Arts valued at $1,075 ... This award includes $1,025 in cash and a scholarship award to Idyllwild Summer School of Music and Arts in the amount of $1,025 ... This award includes $500 in cash and a $500 scholarship to Idyllwild Summer School of Music and Arts. (Los Angeles Daily News)
Governor To Sign Legislation For Aid To Fallen Firefighters Feb 7, 2007
U.S. Forest Service firefighters Jess McLean, 27, of Beaumont; Jason McKay, 23, of Phelan; Daniel Hoover-Najera, 20, of San Jacinto; Mark Loutzenhiser, 44, of Idyllwild; and Pablo Cerda, 23, of Fountain Valley, were overtaken by a wall of flames while trying to protect a home near Twin Pines Oct. 26. The deliberately set blaze burned for a full week, charring 40,200 acres and destroying 34 homes and 20 outbuildings. (NBC4.tv, CA)
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She has given recitals throughout the world including the Concertgebouw -Netherlands, Santa Fe, Victoria Concert Hall, Singapore, and Idyllwild Arts Academy, California. Jessica Osborne -- a Texas native, Osborne is currently studying at Yale University. (Sioux City Journal)
Law keeps firefighters families from getting donations Jan 14, 2007
Pat Boss, a spokesman for the family of the slain fire captain, described Loutzenhiser as a married father of five children, a big fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, a big-hearted public servant and a youth sports coach and umpire in Idyllwild. All the kids in town would hang on Marks leg and say, Coach, can we do this. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
June Agnes Jans Jan 9, 2007
After briefly working for the University of Southern California Idyllwild School of Music and the Arts (ISOMATA) she retired to Gaylord in 1973. However, retirement never held well with June. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
