Well, it won’t be long before Jolly old Saint Nick comes plunging down my chimney. Actually, I believe he will have one heck of a time plunging down my chimney. What I mean is that I’ve noticed that the jolly old elf has put on quite a few more pounds of late, if you...
Estate Planning – Successor trustee vs. executor: Key differences in California
In California, the roles of successor trustee and executor both involve managing and distributing a loved one’s assets after they pass away, but they differ significantly in responsibilities, costs and court involvement. Understanding these differences is essential...
ARROWHEAD LAKE ASSOCIATION – Budgets for 2025 approved amid praise
By Mary-Justine Lanyon At the Dec. 14 meeting of the Arrowhead Lake Association board of directors, the board approved the 2025 capital and operating expenses budgets. Prior to that presentation and vote, member Scott Rindenow congratulated the board, the staff...
Upcoming Events…
CRESTLINE Senior Lunches: Special holiday schedule – Lunch will be served on Monday, Dec. 23 and Tuesday, Dec. 24. No lunch on Thursday, Dec. 26 or Tuesday, Dec. 31. Mardi Gras on the Mountain: Saturday, March 1, 2025, 5-9 p.m., San Moritz Lodge. Beer and wine tasting...
Sheriff’s Log
Editor’s note: As the sheriff’s department is no longer providing their log of calls, the Alpine Mountaineer is compiling Nixle press releases for our readers. This week there are no new releases from the mountain area or Highland.
Lighting the tree and boosting spirits
The Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce and the Golden Oaks Senior Citizens held the annual tree lighting on Dec. 6 (1). Santa was there, to the delight of Sherry Bridgeford. (2). And Athena Crowley was the winner of the kindergarten drawing contest. She received...
Winter safety tips from SoCalGas
SoCalGas has issued the following maintenance and safety tips for gas meters during cold weather: Your natural gas meter is designed and tested to work safely in various climate conditions. SoCalGas performs routine inspections on natural gas meters for our...
What should you know about RMDs?
You may spend many decades contributing to your IRA and 401(k), but eventually you will likely need to take the money out – in fact, you must take the money out or face penalties. Here are some of the basics: What are they called? Mandatory withdrawals are technically...











