Communities
Neighbors helping neighbors
The sign says it all. From baby food to soup to pasta, there was something for every taste and age at the food distribution in Twin Peaks. Sometimes all it takes is a bag of Cheetos! By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor’s note: Across the mountain, throughout what we are...
The troops have landed
Members of the National Guard Rattlesnake strike team arrived on the mountain and were being outfitted with cold weather gear. According to Chief Dan Munsey of County Fire, they will be working with Cal Fire, removing snow from roofs, shoveling driveways, clearing...
A tribute to a special wife
Josh Luker wrote of his appreciation for his wife, Marley, who was quick to grab a shovel and help dig out their cars. A little post-shoveling fun. (Photos: Josh Luker) “I've seen a few posts from wives appreciating their husbands during this unprecedented time,” Josh...
Boosting spirits with donated food
By Kayla Carroll Special to The Alpine Mountaineer Residents affected by the devastating snowstorm lined up and out of the parking lot of Goodwin’s last Friday afternoon, March 3. Volunteers and Goodwin’s employees distributed food donated by UNFI Produce to hungry...
The final word: Clear the snow away from your gas meter
Advice from SoCal Gas on clearing gas meters. One of the many houses that caught fire, apparently as the result of a gas leak. By Mary-Justine Lanyon Confusion was running rampant as folks posted on Facebook. Some said you should clear the snow away from your gas...
Long live the Queen!
The Arrowhead Queen was listing badly on March 1 due to the weight of the snow. Pablo Tello was one of two men who managed to clear the snow from the Queen and save it from sinking. By Mary-Justine Lanyon On March 1, On the Mountain Marine & Storage posted on...










