It’s not too often that you get thunder and lightning around these parts but, good grief Charlie Brown, last weekend’s thunder and lightning storm, along with hail, was what I like to call, “gnarly.” Reminds me of growing up in the OC back in the 60s, when we had...
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Running Springs residents continue tradition of honoring veterans
By Elise Gray Special to the Alpine Mountaineer On Nov. 11, residents of Running Springs gathered around the town's monument site and flagpole to honor the nation’s veterans in what has become a beloved tradition. “Thank you, everyone, for coming today to honor our...
LAE students lend support to our troops
By DOUGLAS W. MOTLEY Senior Writer Staff members and students at Lake Arrowhead Elementary School have embarked on a project in which useful donated items are shipped to Rim graduates who are serving in the armed forces, overseas. LAE kindergarten teacher Kathy Flores...
Dear Sidney
Dear Sidney, I’ve been up and down this mountain since Grandpa bought a vacation cabin in Crestline circa 1954. From 39th and Arrowhead in San Bernardino, we’d all pile into the red and white boat of a Buick and head up the mountain from 40th Street. Not long of a...
Mountain Musings with Uncle Mott – Survivors
Even though it’s not considered polite to discuss religion or politics, especially in a mixed crowd, I feel compelled to do so today. As for the recent election, I was rooting for Pedro…perhaps I should explain… Pedro was a young high school student in a 2004...
Estate Planning – 5 key questions successor trustees should ask about liability in California
Serving as a successor trustee in California involves a complex set of responsibilities, particularly when it comes to handling debts and protecting beneficiaries. Trustees must carefully manage trust assets while also addressing creditor claims, all within the...









