Bomb Scare on Mount Pinos

Bomb Scare on Mount Pinos

By Patric Hedlund

An ammunition case covered by rocks was discovered at the Sierra Vista turnout, not far from the Buena Vista parking lot on Mount Pinos about noon on Friday, Feb. 11. Kern County …

Journey Into Light

Journey Into Light

Chapter excerpt by Bruce Watson based on an essay by Fran O’Brien

Last week Fran O’Brien told of her decision to join in the civil rights movement, joining Freedom School teachers in Mississippi in …

‘Get Prepared’ Law and Fire Officials Tell Public

On Valentine’s Day, Monday, Feb. 14, first responders from Kern, Los Angeles and Ventura Counties were invited to lunch and a brainstorm with the Mountain Memories Association. The focus was on emergency preparedness needs in …

Student Arrested At FMHS Dance

Note to Our Readers: Our schools and lives in the Mountain Community are an oasis from the violence of big-city schools and streets. Our community newspaper is committed to help maintain that quality of life …

Flower Heaven on the Mountain

The word is out that Valentine’s Day overstock may lead to terrific bargains. Try visiting local florists this week for a look at delightful inventory still on their shelves.

Linda Perry at Wild at Heart …

COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Upcoming & Ongoing

February and Ongoing

  • Work of HeART Artist of the Month is Jody Valmassy. Enjoy her work at the gallery through February (3011 Mt. Pinos Way, behind the Coffee Cantina. 245-3548).
  • Nature Art Club Program …

News and Features

The Great Backyard Bird Count

The GBBC is February 18 – 21

The 14th annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) will be held from February 18 – 21. Bird watchers of all ages count birds to create a real-time snapshot ...

Major Storm Pushes Into Mountains

As we are going to press, the National Weather Service reports that two major storm fronts are pushing into our area. Snow levels are expected to be around 6,000 feet with the first storm, affecting ...

Dangerous Oaks To Be Removed

Three oak trees in Frazier Mountain Park are scheduled to be removed on Monday, Feb. 21. Ten will be pruned, weather permitting.

Bob Lerude of the Kern County Parks Department followed through on his promise ...

Rescuing Mr. Blue

Lab trapped on rugged ridge for 6 days

By Pam Sturdevant

Ron Coleman came into The Mountain Enterprise to tell a story about his dog, Mr. Blue. Mr. Blue is a long-haired lab (known as ...