Ask the realtor: Rates hit 10-month low — What that means for your buying power
Over the past year, many homebuyers have been watching interest rates closely, waiting for the “perfect” time to enter the market. The hope was simple: rates would drop and, with them, monthly payments would follow. But the reality has been more complicated. Instead...
Smokey Bear turns 81
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer Smokey’s Bear’s 81st birthday party, held at the Mountain History Museum on Aug. 3, was attended by almost 200 people. Fifty kids did the museum scavenger hunt, winning prizes. The cake, popcorn and lemonade party was enjoyed on...
Making the forest healthier and more fire safe
When Chief Daniel Munsey of the San Bernardino County Fire Department wanted to create a Forestry Fuels Management unit within the department, he knew just who to call. “Chief Munsey wants County Fire to help improve both the county’s interaction and its participation...
Hope for the unhoused
One of the greatest challenges for those who are unhoused on the mountain is where to take a shower. That challenge is now being met through the generosity of St. Richard’s Episcopal Church. They are offering the use of their showers for the homeless on Tuesday...
