When it comes to the place we call "home," the decision is layered with intricate steps and details. The process of choosing where to live is a deeply personal experience, and it's only natural to have many questions about an area. If you're like most people, three...
LET’S GO HIKING – Will Abell Memorial Trail
By TIM WILCOX Special to the Alpine Mountaineer Where: Lake Arrowhead Length: 5.2 miles Elevation gain: 483 feet Challenge: moderate to semi-difficult One of the most hikable and likable routes in our area has been expanded. Thanks to the visionary management of the...
Call for parade entrants
Who doesn’t love a small town parade? For 58 years Crestline has been proud to have carried on this treasured tradition. From the Mountain Fifes & Drums Corps to floats from local businesses, the Jamboree Days parade brings out the kid in everyone. If you have not...
New resident fascinated by his catch
When Alan Heller and his daughter, Holiday – who recently bought a home in Crestline – went fishing at Lake Gregory, he landed an orange fish that turned out to be a lightning trout. They were mystified by what it was until they looked it up online. Lightning trout...
Helping young reporters do their jobs
Four members of the Rim of the World Educational Foundation board – Priscilla Williams, Carol Kinzel, Sara Green and Mary-Justine Lanyon – presented Terry Gomes, principal of Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate School, with a check for $5,000. The funds will be used by the...
Grand Poobah contest raises funds for fireworks
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer Voting boxes were placed around town on June 1 for the annual Crestline Grand Poobah contest. This fun event’s purpose is to raise funds for the annual Jamboree Days fireworks fund. The amount raised will be split 50/50 with the...
Estate planning before you travel: Why it’s critically important
Vacations can be the perfect opportunity to relax, disconnect from work and responsibilities, and enjoy the company of your spouse, partner, kids or friends. But before you head off on your next getaway, there’s something else you should consider doing that might not...
Rewarding students’ commitment and hard work
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Seventy-four members of the Rim of the World High School Class of 2024 received scholarships at the annual awards night, held in the Performing Arts Center on May 20. “This is my favorite event,” Principal Brian Willemse told the graduands. He...
