On Saturday, July 25, Leisure Shores – the clubhouse for the Crest Forest Senior Citizens Club – will be rocking with the tunes of the 70s and 80s. Adults of all ages are invited to the club’s Disco Dancin’ Social, which will take place from 4 to 8:30 p.m. A sandwich...
Slow down for our wildlife
By Carrie Eskay Special to the Alpine Mountaineer On June 13, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a mother duck and her babies were crossing State Highway 173 at the Fremont intersection. It was a beautiful, sunny, well-lit Saturday. A large black vehicle did not slow...
Financial Focus: Small habits help shape a stronger financial future
Financial security doesn’t have to come from a big break or a high salary. Wealth is often built through small habits repeated many times over. If you’re young and just getting started, time is your advantage. Begin now with these five small habits that can help build...
The Mountain Celebrates America’s 250th
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer The mountain communities – from Crestline to Green Valley Lake – will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America in style all weekend long. Crestline Jamboree Days this year, with its theme of...
Garden tour teased all the senses
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer The Arrowhead Arts Association held their annual garden tour on June 27, a beautiful sunny, summer day in Lake Arrowhead. All the smells, views, colors, design and textures of the gardens touched the five senses during the...
Local Flavor Meets Global Blends: Kuffel Canyon Coffee Opens in the Mountains
Special to the Alpine Mountaineer After more than two years of anticipation, Kuffel Canyon Coffee has officially opened its doors, bringing artisan coffee, specialty teas, and a welcoming community atmosphere to the mountain region. Located within the Kuffel...
Deputies rescue woman who had been kidnapped
On Saturday, June 13, at about 11:23 p.m., deputies from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, Twin Peaks Station, responded to the 23000 block of Manzanita Drive, in the community of Crestline, regarding a domestic disturbance. Reporting parties heard...
Ask the realtor: Why competency matters more than a ZIP Code
I recently attended an informational meeting for shareholders of a local property that is being considered for a change in ownership structure. The meeting wasn't about zoning or approvals; it was simply an opportunity for shareholders to ask questions and learn about...











