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From the June 10, 2011 Edition

The photo contest is sponsored by filmmaker Ron Howard and Canon Cameras.

“Out of thousands of entries, one of my shots made it as one of the top 30 in my category.

“My entry …

CHP Says: ‘It’s Not Worth It’

From the June 10, 2011 Edition

There were 162 motorists using cell phones in April who were issued “distracted driving” citations by officers from the Fort Tejon California Highway Patrol Office.

Statewide, with over 80 percent of local agencies reporting, officers …

Tri-County Watchdogs Presents Earth Day Contest Awards

From the June 03, 2011 Edition

By Gary Meyer

The Tri-County Watchdogs honored young artists in the community on April 30 with something to help inspire them: cash.

The Earth Day Contest awarded winners, who were up to age 18, between …

Will the School Board Step Up To the Challenge?

From the June 03, 2011 Edition

Commentary by Richard Hoegh with Patric Hedlund and Gary Meyer

“Work Together” has become more than a slogan. It is Mountain Spirit in action. Community involvement in our public schools has never been more important. …

Safe Water Notice Issued in Lebec

From the June 03, 2011 Edition

LEBEC, CA (June 3, 2011 at 6:20 p.m.)— This notice has been received from the Lebec County Water District:

SAFE WATER NOTICE FOR AFFECTED CUSTOMERS IN THE STATE ZONE OF THE LEBEC COUNTY WATER DISTRICT …

Memorial Ceremonies Salute Fallen Warriors

From the June 03, 2011 Edition

By Gary Meyer

About 100 people gathered at the Cody Prosser Veterans Memorial in Frazier Mountain Park to thank American veterans who have sacrificed their lives in service of their country.

During the opening invocation, …

School Board Votes 3-1 for Budget as Presented

From the June 03, 2011 Edition

By Patric Hedlund LEBEC, CA (June 8, 2011, at 9:43 p.m.)—The El Tejon Unified School District Board of Trustees heard passionate pleas tonight from parents and from teachers to restore school services and programs to …