By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor The goldspotted oak borer, which is native to Arizona, was first detected in Southern California – in San Diego – in 2004. For several years, mountain residents have heard the warning to “buy it where they burn it,” referring to firewood,...
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Looking back at 2024 – Part 2
By DOUGLAS W. MOTLEY Senior Writer Continuing our look back at 2024, here are some of the highlights from the second half of the year. July 4 – What better way to kick off Jamboree Days than having a free community picnic for one and all in the San Moritz Meadow....
Lighting up the peninsula
The peninsula at the end of Lake Arrowhead Village was lit up on the night of Dec. 14 not only by the Christmas tree but also by two bonfires. The bonfires – sponsored by San Bernardino County Fire – drew folks who love to kick off the holiday season with the annual...
Celebrating Christmas with friends
By Mary-Justine Lanyon For many years, Holland Lowe, executive director of Operation Provider, has put on a truly magnificent dinner on Christmas Day with the help of a flock of elf volunteers. On Dec. 25, folks are invited to come to the Elks Lodge in...
Looking back at 2024 – Part 1
By DOUGLAS W. MOTLEY Senior Writer As we get ready to usher in 2025, the staff of the Alpine Mountaineer has carefully considered and then selected a handful of articles from the past year that we feel have had a significant impact on the lives and lifestyles...
Blue Jay holiday parade celebrates 45 years
By DOUGLAS W. MOTLEY Senior Writer This year’s 45th annual Blue Jay holiday parade stepped off at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 with more than 1,000 men, women and children in attendance. This year’s theme was “Our House is a Very, Very, Very Fine House.” Leading the...








