By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor   After careful consideration, the members of the Mountains Community Health board of directors unanimously approved placing a bond measure on the Nov. 3 ballot. But before they took the measure to a vote, CEO Mark Turner said he wanted to “go back in time to

By DOUGLAS W. MOTLEY Senior Writer   The 47th annual Run Through the Pines on Aug. 8 kicked off at 7:58 a.m. following an outstanding rendition of the National Anthem at the starting gate of the 2.7-mile loop around Lake Gregory. Overall winners in the men’s 10k race were 17-year-old

College costs can feel overwhelming — four years at a public university run around $120,000 according to the College Board 2025. But you don’t need a perfect plan to get started. There are savings accounts specifically to save for education. Many offer tax advantages and don’t require a minimum opening

I occasionally hear buyers say, “Why don’t I just call the listing agent? Maybe I’ll get a better deal.” There are situations where working with the listing agent can make sense. But if your primary reason is that you think you’ll automatically save money, it’s time to rethink that strategy.

By Mary-Justine Lanyon   The sanctuary at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church was filled with flute music on Aug. 1 as The Whispering Winds – Rod Bailey, Lynette Vargyas Buschser, Dee Ogden, Theresa Ogden and Laura Haigh – played music ranging from Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” to “Hedwig’s Theme” from Harry

It was on June 11, 1946, that James Read founded what became Grocery Outlet. It transitioned from buying and selling World War II government surplus food to launching its independent operator store model in 1973. That was followed by the addition of fresh produce and meat in 1999 and the

By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer   The Crestline Lions Club is always seeking new ways to connect with and to benefit the local community.  They recently held another successful Community Appreciation Day in Crestline. Four years ago, they decided to show their appreciation for all the ways the community supports

By Michael Brewer Special to the Alpine Mountaineer   Title 38 of the U.S. Code dictates the care and treatment of veterans of war. While the code is immensely detailed and cannot be altered without Congressional approval, its implementation can be somewhat amorphous. A recent class action lawsuit states that

On Saturday, July 25, stone carver and vocalist Marcel Machler converted his workshop into a Parisian bistro to host Le International Show with Marcel & Friends to raise money for the Mountains Humane Society and Skyland Arts Foundation. Close to 50 people were in attendance to support these causes. Rachel

Blue Jay Jazz Festival fans have to be patient for only two more weeks. The 19th annual Festival is a three-day extravaganza worth the wait. Gates open at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27, at Tavern Bay Beach Club’s outdoor venue. Treat yourself to a beverage at the new wine

By Rhea-Frances Tetley Mountain Historian   The mountains were a favorite vacation destination for a century, entertaining generations of Californians. Of course, the cooler summer weather in the mountains was the first appeal before the use of air conditioning. The old Lake Arrowhead Village, which opened in 1924, was designed

  Well, I guess I don’t need to tell you that I had a birthday bash that can’t be beat, back on Saturday, July 18 at Lake Gregory’s north shore patio. It was a whopper, that’s for sure, with some 200 invited guests, a catered dinner and a live band

One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is that, if you have a living trust, there are no costs after you pass away. The truth is that both probate and trust administration involve legal and administrative work. The difference is that trust administration is usually far less expensive, significantly faster

BIG BEAR Big Bear Theatre Project: Creating Worlds Playwright Festival, Aug. 13-16. tick,tick…BOOM!, Oct. 15-25. A Ghost Story, Dec. 17-20. Big Bear Performing Arts Center. Tickets and more information, bigbeartheatreproject.org.   BLUE JAY Craft Fair: Every Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., weather permitting, in the US Bank parking lot on North

Editor’s note: As the sheriff’s department is no longer providing their log of calls, the Alpine Mountaineer is compiling Nixle press releases for our readers.   Man found stabbed at home dies at hospital — Suspects arrested for murder On Monday, Aug. 3, at about 10:37 a.m., deputies from Highland

By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor   It began more than 20 years ago. After Hurricane Katrina, VSP vision insurance partnered with eye doctors in Louisiana who had lost their offices. Through their first mobile clinics, they reached thousands of community members who needed vision care. Today, VSP Eyes of Hope is

By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor   At the special meeting of the Mountains Community Health board of directors on July 9, the directors heard from the consultants working with them on the feasibility of placing a bond measure on the Nov. 3 ballot. The plan was to vote on that placement

The Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce invites the entire community to Mountain Top Days on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7 and 8. This year’s theme, “Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday,” recognizes our nation’s semiquincentennial while celebrating the patriotism, service and community spirit that make our mountain communities special. In keeping

By DOUGLAS W. MOTLEY Senior Writer   With the end of summer vacation rapidly approaching, Rim of the World Unified School District students are scheduled to return to their classrooms on Wednesday, Aug. 12. In an effort to get students ready to return to class, Crestline Real Estate broker/owner Rosemarie

For years, homeowners could list their property at an ambitious price and hope the market would catch up. In many cases, it did. Today’s market is different. Higher mortgage interest rates have changed how buyers shop, how much they can afford and how sellers need to think about pricing. I

First Friday at The Lake House not only features the work of exceptional artists but also benefits local charities, who receive a portion of the proceeds. The First Friday event on Aug. 7 will feature the work of painters Linda Brown and Scott Pryde. A Southern California native, Linda Brown

By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer   Essential financial knowledge may be a mystery for many adults who have tried to handle their finances for many decades. This is why the How Money Works Learning Center gives free seminars and classes for those who seek more information on how to live