By DOUGLAS W. MOTLEY Senior Writer As any Boy or Girl Scout can tell you, it’s always best to “Be Prepared” for any pending disaster, whether it’s imminent (about to happen) or impending (happening in the future). In an effort to keep the public informed of...
Local Government
Gratitude galore for Mountains Community Hospital
By Michael Brewer Special to the Alpine Mountaineer Kathryn Jackson, aka “Nonnie” to the locals, is often seen in her 15-passenger Ford Transit with decal messages “Too Blessed to Be Stressed” and “Too Grateful to be Hateful.” She would like to sing songs of...
Dealing with loss and surviving the holidays
By Dr. Ginger Gabriel Special to the Alpine Mountaineer When you are grieving a loved one’s death, the holiday season can be especially painful. Our Surviving the Holidays seminar helps participants discover: How to deal with emotions What to do about...
5 questions to ask before choosing a health plan
By Rhonda Randall, D.O. Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual Millions of Americans review their health plan options during open enrollment each fall, often the only time they can choose or change coverage. Choosing a health plan can...
Helping students achieve good oral health
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Making sure students’ teeth and gums are healthy is important for a number of reasons. If a student has a deep cavity or an abscess, they are most likely in severe pain. Because of that pain, they cannot eat properly and are unable to get...
Deactivation bags available for medications
In response to limited options for local safe and responsible medication disposal, Rim Communities For Youth will now be distributing Deterra deactivation bags to all Rim communities. The Deterra system deactivates prescription drugs, pills, patches, liquids, creams...









