By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor And Rhea-Frances Tetley Staff writer It was a day full of weather surprises: fog, rain, snow and some sun. Despite the forecast, Rebuilding Day 2026 went on as planned. This year Rebuilding Together Mountain Communities had chosen three...
Engaging children in science
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer At the science night held at Valley of Enchantment Elementary School on Wednesday, April 22, each grade level demonstrated fascinating science facts with many hands-on activities. The kindergarteners had a display on ladybugs and...
Financial Focus: Emergency funds offer breathing room when it matters
Life has a way of surprising us, whether it’s a blown tire, a broken appliance or an unexpected medical bill. With no savings to fall back on, even a small emergency can become a big one. That’s why an emergency savings fund matters. You don’t need thousands of...
Running Springs farmers market celebrates 15th season
The Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the successful opening of the 2026 season of the Running Springs Farmers Market & Artisan Faire, which welcomed shoppers on Saturday, April 26 for its 15th season. The market will continue every...
The music of the night is calling!
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor The Phantom is hosting a masquerade ball at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa. He invites you to join him for an evening of live music, an opera house banquet and lots of treasures – all in an effort to raise money to support students in...
Honoring a kind and loving soul
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor Cynthia Siemens Willman was passionate about the earth and loved hiking and exploring new trails. It was on such a hike that she lost her life last year. To honor and remember her, members of her Rotary Club – the Mountain Sunrise Rotary...
Ask the realtor: Beyond FHA — A new 3% down program may be coming
Let’s clear something up right out of the gate: This is not an FHA loan. Most buyers hear “3 percent down” and immediately think of familiar low down payment programs that have been around for years. But a new proposal gaining momentum in California is something...
Come enjoy wine on the deck
The UCLA Mountain Bruins invite you to their Wine on the Deck on May 22. What a great way to kick off Memorial Day weekend! This year the event will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at an estate in Cedar Ridge, Lake Arrowhead. The address will be sent to guests three...











