It was on June 11, 1946, that James Read founded what became Grocery Outlet. It transitioned from buying and selling World War II government surplus food to launching its independent operator store model in 1973. That was followed by the addition of fresh produce and...
Lions Club shows appreciation for Crestline
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer The Crestline Lions Club is always seeking new ways to connect with and to benefit the local community. They recently held another successful Community Appreciation Day in Crestline. Four years ago, they decided to show...
Veterans’ claims denied with no notice
By Michael Brewer Special to the Alpine Mountaineer Title 38 of the U.S. Code dictates the care and treatment of veterans of war. While the code is immensely detailed and cannot be altered without Congressional approval, its implementation can be somewhat...
Singing for good causes
On Saturday, July 25, stone carver and vocalist Marcel Machler converted his workshop into a Parisian bistro to host Le International Show with Marcel & Friends to raise money for the Mountains Humane Society and Skyland Arts Foundation. Close to 50 people were in...
A festival with style and sass
Blue Jay Jazz Festival fans have to be patient for only two more weeks. The 19th annual Festival is a three-day extravaganza worth the wait. Gates open at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27, at Tavern Bay Beach Club’s outdoor venue. Treat yourself to a beverage at the new...
Arts & Entertainment Guide
Those Were The Days: Summer fun at Lake Arrowhead
By Rhea-Frances Tetley Mountain Historian The mountains were a favorite vacation destination for a century, entertaining generations of Californians. Of course, the cooler summer weather in the mountains was the first appeal before the use of air conditioning....
Mountain Musings with Uncle Mott: Happy Birthday to Me
Well, I guess I don’t need to tell you that I had a birthday bash that can’t be beat, back on Saturday, July 18 at Lake Gregory’s north shore patio. It was a whopper, that’s for sure, with some 200 invited guests, a catered dinner and a live band for those who...










