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Eric Futrell murder trial goes to the jury

From the May 5, 2023 Edition

FRAZIER PARK, CA (Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 4:45 p.m.)—Today, the prosecution and defense both gave closing arguments in the trial of Jonathan Villapando, accused of murdering Eric Futrell in 2020. The case was given …

Boil Water Order LIFTED

From the March 10, 2023 Edition

FRAZIER PARK, CA (Monday, March 13, 2023 at 1:23 p.m.)—The boil water order was lifted today at 1:22 p.m. Water customers can now use the water without boiling it first.

FRAZIER PARK, CA (Saturday, March …

Power outage in PMC continues

From the February 24, 2023 Edition

Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 at 9:03 a.m. — A power outage in PMC affecting approximately half of the residents there continues this morning. The PMCPOA clubhouse is open for anyone who needs to get warm …

Icy roads warning for the coming week

From the February 10, 2023 Edition

PINE MOUNTAIN CLUB, CA (Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023 at 11:18 a.m.)—With temperatures well below freezing through the early mornings this week, all motorists are advised to drive carefully and with properly-equipped vehicles. This morning, motorists …

Road to Mt. Pinos closed due to snow and ice

From the January 27, 2023 Edition

FRAZIER PARK, CA (Monday, Jan. 30, 2023 at 7:38 a.m.— Due to snow and ice conditions, Kern County has closed Mt. Pinos Road, which is the roadway between the west end of Cuddy Valley Road …

Explosion and house fire reported in PMC

From the November 25, 2022 Edition

PINE MOUNTAIN CLUB, CA (Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022 at 7:31 a.m.)—Some PMC residents have reported hearing and feeling explosions, and photos of flames in western Pine Mountain Club have been shared. Fire personnel are on …