By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor Have you ever seen someone sprint to the dentist’s chair? That’s just what I observed in Bullet Tree Village in Belize while there with HAFDRA (Humanitarian Aid for Development and Relief Agency) earlier this month. Last year’s medical...
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Keeping folks warm, safe and dry
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...
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...
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...
It’s locals day at SkyPark
If you have been waiting for the perfect opportunity to go to SkyPark at Santa’s Village, that time has come. Friday, May 8 is locals day at the adventure park. Mountain residents with proof of residency from Crestline to Big Bear will be admitted free of charge on...
It’s farmers market time!
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor Rim’s original certified farmers market – established in Running Springs in 2012 – will celebrate its 2026 opening day on Saturday, April 25. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., folks can peruse a variety of vendors from fresh produce to...









