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Those Were The Days: Exploring history from a 1986 perspective

By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Historian The Rim of the World Historical Society began 40 years ago, in 1986, to preserve the unique history of the west end of the San Bernardino Mountain area and to share it with others. They have done that in several ways, resulting...

Amber waves

Apr 30, 2024 | Comics & Games

It’s time to whack those weeds

Apr 24, 2024 | Communities, Crestline, Uncle Mott

Alpine Mountaineer Senior Writer Douglas W. Motley is seen removing the weeds and brush surrounding his property. He wants to remind mountain residents that it’s important to do so before the arrival of fire season. (Photo by Rhea-Frances Tetley)

Mountain Musings with Uncle Mott – Green, Green Grass of Home

Apr 24, 2024 | Uncle Mott

With the prospect of yet another unprecedented fire season looming, I recently began my seasonal weed and debris clearance earlier than usual. The recent spell of cooler weather made conditions ideal for dealing with this year’s bumper crop of already knee-high weeds....

Dear Sidney – 04/25/2024

Apr 24, 2024 | Dear Sidney

I’m 16 and eager to have a real boyfriend, one who holds your hand on campus, one who “calls” you in the evening to say goodnight, not a texter. Is this possible? Can I expect kindness from a boy and not be rushed into any out-of-bounds physical stuff? The talk is...

Ask the realtor – Home buyers rejoice: The rising trend of seller rate buy downs

Apr 24, 2024 | Ask the Realtor

In today’s fluctuating real estate market, navigating the path to homeownership can seem daunting, especially with rising interest rates posing a significant barrier for many potential buyers. However, a financial strategy gaining traction among savvy sellers is the...