By Mary-Justine Lanyon Most people in the United States have been exposed to some level of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). “We are learning it’s everywhere. We are trying our best to understand how our lake might be getting contaminated.” With those...
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Concert pianist John Reith could think of no better way to celebrate his birthday than to perform at a benefit concert. Reith, who is the director of music at St. Richard’s Episcopal Church, said he always feels a responsibility to his listeners...
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer The Women’s Club of Lake Arrowhead (WCLA) meets monthly at various places throughout the mountain communities to explore various restaurants and other locations. They also hear from a guest speaker to learn more about the other...
By Rhonda L. Randall, D.O. Chief Medical Officer UnitedHealthcare, Employer & Individual With the New Year here, many are still considering what will be on their list of resolutions – mental health should be top of mind. A recent study shows that, in 2023, one of...
Mountain organizations are invited to participate in volunteer recruiting day. The Association of Mountain Volunteer Organizations (AMVO), in cooperation with Rim of the World Veterans Outreach, invites all volunteer organizations to participate in its third annual...
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer The Heisler Theater is holding auditions for their new production of Sherlock Holmes and the Star of Arabia on Jan. 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Tudor House in Arrowhead Villas. One of the major roles they are seeking is that of the...
By TIM WILCOX Special to the Alpine Mountaineer You won’t find a more-focused, harder-working restaurateur in the mountains than Iris Hernandez. That’s a bold claim. Here’s why it’s credible: Since opening Victoria’s Family Restaurant in Arrowbear Lake shortly after...
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Members of the Rim of the World Educational Foundation were surprised to receive two unexpected donations in December 2023. Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe – who is a big supporter of the mountain’s nonprofit organizations – donated $5,000...
