Lifestyle
Strengthening social bonds during the holidays
By Dr. Nicole Brady Chief Medical Officer UnitedHealthcare Student Resources For many, the holiday season provides a unique opportunity to pause from daily responsibilities and focus on the people who matter most. While gift-giving and festivities are often the...
Rim Ed awards thousands to Rim schools
At the Dec. 20 meeting of the Rim of the World Unified School District board of trustees, members of the Rim of the World Educational Foundation board of directors presented Partnership with Schools awards to the seven campuses. Each campus had submitted an...
Community Care Fund brings hope and help to residents
Mountains Community Hospital Foundation is proud to announce the creation of the Community Care Fund, established in October 2025 through a generous $30,000 donation from a compassionate community supporter. This special fund was created with one heartfelt goal in...
Mediation, a Tool for Peace
By Mary-Justine Lanyon When Nyron McLean, the 2025-2026 governor of Rotary District 5330, became aware of the Art for Peace contest sponsored by a neighboring Rotary district, he decided to hold a similar contest in his own district. District Governor McLean...
Celebrating the mountain’s first Jiu-Jitsu tournament
The mountain’s first Jiu-Jitsu tournament – known as The King of Subs-Lake Arrowhead Open – lived up to its name on Nov. 15, packing the gym at Sandals Church in Lake Arrowhead with 87 competitors, hundreds of spectators and a full day of submission-only Jiu Jitsu....
‘Hand hygiene is critical’
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Washing your hands – simple hand hygiene – can help prevent infections. “Hand hygiene is critical,” says Emily Barnard, the infection prevention manager at Mountains Community Hospital (MCH). Her job is to ensure the hospital environment...









