Sign In Register MOUNTAIN VIEW COUNTY - Provincial officials elevated the wildfire danger rating to extreme across the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area Saturday after five new wildfires ignited in the area in recent days.   Parts of Mountain View County are included in the forest area covering Coal Camp and Bearberry west of Range Road 60 from Township Road 312 to the north boundary of the county "The wildfire danger is now extreme in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area," the province said in its May 3 update for the forest protection area "Dead and dry vegetation continues to be a major concern as it is highly flammable and provides an easily available fuel source for wildfires." With warm temperatures expected to continue over the next few days the wildfire danger is expected to remain elevated "Significant precipitation will be necessary to help reduce the wildfire danger," the update noted two wildfires were discovered in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area while three more were discovered on Friday extinguished all of them except for one -- RWF029 -- that was discovered yesterday.   "This wildfire is currently 0.30 hectares in size and is classified as under control meaning it has received sufficient suppression action to prevent further spread," the province noted in the May 3 update 2025 there have been 29 wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area strong winds and an excess of dry vegetation have created ideal conditions for new wildfires to start," the May 3 update noted A fire advisory was issued for the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area Thursday new permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis The following activities are still allowed:  • safe wood campfires on private land including provincial campgrounds with a designated fire ring • propane fire pits and natural gas-powered appliances Another portion of Mountain View County is in the Calgary Forest Area namely west of Range Road 54 from Township Road 310 to the south boundary of the county west of Water Valley.The wildfire danger in the Calgary Forest Area was elevated to high on May 2 More SPOTLIGHT > A man was found dead in the upper Hudson Valley in what's considered the most challenging hiking trail in the tri-state area New York State Police and the New York State DEC both confirmed the death of a hiker in the upper Hudson Valley Forest Rangers responded to a call for an unresponsive subject approximately one mile up West Kill Mountain For all the news that the Hudson Valley is sharing, make sure to follow Hudson Valley Post on Facebook, and download the Hudson Valley Post Mobile App Forest Rangers soon found the hiker and confirmed he was dead First responders recovered and removed the body by 12:15 a.m New York State Police are continuing to investigate New York State Police say troopers arrived to Spruceton Road in the town of Lexington around 6:45 p.m A group of hikers found an unresponsive man on the Devil's Path Trail Police pronounced him deceased at the scene "No foul play is suspected," New York State Police told Hudson Valley Post in a press release Police identified the hiker as 54-year-old Linhu Jin of Palisades Park A cause of death hasn't been released he's survived by his wife and daughter The Devil's Path hiking trail is considered one of the more challenging hiking trails in the New York Tri-state area A man was found dead in the upper Hudson Valley in what's considered the most challenging hiking trail in the tri-state area.\nRead More For all the news that the Hudson Valley is sharing, make sure to follow Hudson Valley Post on Facebook, and download the Hudson Valley Post Mobile App Homes that sold for over half a million dollars a few years ago were at risk of sliding down the hill in Eugene’s Moon Mountain neighborhood after a ground movement event on March 16 the city manager's office posted “Do not enter” signs on the front doors of three homes on Rockcress Road The notices deemed the homes uninhabitable forcing owners to evacuate as crews worked to try to save two of the three affected homes One homeowner, Mandy Tang, posted about her experience on her Substack blog highlighting how this whirlwind of events has impacted her and her family her children and two cats have emptied the home moved belongings into storage units and relocated into a temporary apartment while awaiting the fate of their single-family home on Rockcress Road I learned that there was a sinkhole forming under the foundation of my house my house was deemed uninhabitable by the city the foundation fell by six feet and I was forced to evacuate,” Tang wrote in her blog published March 24 you don’t really know how to write about it or where to start.”  The homes impacted by what Tang called a sinkhole were constructed in 2022 and all sold for more than $600,000 said three homes were affected by a ground movement event that occurred on March 16 the middle one almost slid down the hill and must be demolished The home set for demolition is stabilized and Pickerill said it will not slide down the hill thanks to stabilization efforts including the use of helical pins driven about 40 feet into the ground to reach hard sandstone Pickerill said the neighborhood occupies lots built prior to the developer’s home construction meaning that MonteVista constructed the homes but not the subdivision or the lots themselves He said a landslide occurred there in 2012 due to a waterline rupture allowing MonteVista to construct homes on the lots in 2022 you had this mitigation work that was done you had all of the geotechnical engineering to support what was done and then of course you’ve got the acceptance of the city that everything was not only done but also inspected and constructed properly,” Pickerill said “We really just bought finished lots with the understanding that this work that was already done there was done properly I can’t say today that it was or it wasn’t but I think we’re going to know more in the coming weeks.” Pickerill said affected homeowners have been relocated on the company’s dime Now that stabilization efforts are completed and homeowners are safely relocated soil samples are being taken so independent contractors can analyze information on soil composite and movement a more permanent solution for these homes will be developed “We believe this is isolated to these three homes and really only the home in the middle is the one that will be lost,” Pickerill said “Because this was over top of the original landslide mitigation that occurred it appears that something within the way the lots were constructed failed.” The eastern part of the Moon Mountain area where homes along Rockcress Road are being impacted Holt Homes developed the houses west of Rockrose Lane Pickerill said the entire Moon Mountain area is a Special Inspection Zone requiring all construction to work closely with geotechnical engineers and inspectors to ensure that buildings meet specific standards and practices president and chief executive officer of Holt Homes said the affected homes are in an adjacent neighborhood to Holt Homes’ East Mountain neighborhood and that Holt Homes had nothing to do with that development “The home or homes in question are not inside of the Holt Homes neighborhood and are not in any way related to Holt Homes,” Tuttle said “Holt Homes follows very stringent use and support of engineers for design and build of all of our projects and homes.” A landslide on Videra Drive this time last year caused a retaining wall to fail and Eugene’s Public Works department inspected the site to determine whether any public infrastructure was damaged Since the slide occurred on private property and involved only private utilities and infrastructure Suitor Barnes said the current Moon Mountain event is similar where the property is private so the Public Works department is not involved She said Public Works does respond to landslide events if they occur in the public right-of-way or impact public infrastructure such as wastewater systems crews are working on Rockcress Road to analyze the soil structures underneath the homes while owners are not allowed to remain in the structures “I feel very proud of the support that we’ve been able to give our homeowners To have a home one day and to be displaced the next day is just the worst kind of disruption one could possibly have in their lives,” Pickerill said so we are doing every single thing within our power to make sure our homeowners are taken care of.” Hannarose McGuinness is The Register-Guard’s growth and development reporter. You can reach her at hmcguinness@registerguard.com A coding workshop was one of the Career and Technical Education programs that the Mountain House High chapter of SkillsUSA hosted The Mountain House High School SkillsUSA chapter has had an incredible year of service and leadership organizing impactful community initiatives under the guidance of President Ethen Dhanaraj and dedicated organizers Isaac Hashimi and Tissa Abraham the chapter strengthened its presence in the community fostering teamwork and civic engagement while making a tangible difference in the lives of others One of the chapter’s most heartfelt projects was the “First Responder Care Packages” initiative which aimed to give back to the firefighters and veterans who serve the Mountain House community this initiative involved weeks of careful planning and community outreach and local volunteers collaborated to collect essential items and write personalized appreciation letters volunteers gathered at a local community center to assemble over 70 care packages—exceeding the original goal of 50 These were delivered on Veterans Day to various fire stations with first responders expressing their gratitude for the recognition and sharing their appreciation on social media This initiative not only supported local heroes but also empowered students with leadership and teamwork experience Over 25 volunteers took part in the planning and execution reinforcing the power of collective effort in making a difference Clothing Drive for Domestic Violence Victims In alignment with Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October the MHHS SkillsUSA chapter launched a clothing drive to aid domestic violence victims The team strategically planned the initiative to ensure maximum impact setting up seven collection sites across a 20-mile radius to gather essential clothing items for those in need With an initial goal of collecting 1,000 articles of clothing the response from the community exceeded all expectations resulting in over 3,000 items being donated These contributions were distributed to multiple organizations supporting domestic violence survivors The initiative not only provided tangible assistance but also served as an educational platform—informing the community on recognizing signs of domestic violence and how to help victims Workshops at the local library further spread awareness By engaging with students and community members the SkillsUSA chapter fostered a culture of empathy and advocacy making a lasting impact on both victims and those learning how to offer support the MHHS SkillsUSA chapter also organized the CTE Pathways Workshop Series a program designed to help eighth-grade students explore Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways before selecting their high school courses the initiative brought together high school clubs students participated in seven engaging workshops each focusing on a different career pathway with 120 middle school students participating and 85% reporting increased confidence in selecting their courses The event also strengthened connections between high school clubs setting the stage for future collaborations the MHHS SkillsUSA chapter has demonstrated leadership By addressing the needs of first responders the chapter has not only made a significant impact but has also inspired others to contribute to meaningful causes its members remain dedicated to fostering a culture of service and professional development ensuring that their initiatives leave a lasting legacy in Mountain House and beyond • Daksh Jain and Ethen Dhanaraj are the Vice-President and President of the SkillsUSA club at Mountain House High School. Contact the Tracy Press at tpnews@tracypress.com or 209-835-3030 there are no recent results for popular images there are no recent results for popular videos Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Roseann Titus was getting ready Thursday morning when she saw flames coming from a bathroom at the front of her house in the Western Alaska village of White Mountain Her granddaughter and great-grandson were still in bed Titus said she tried unsuccessfully to put out the fire and then rushed to wake them up so he kind of jumped out the window and ran for help,” Colton’s mother She said her son plunged 10 feet from the window into a snowdrift below Then he ran through deep snow to get help – which came in the form of Shane Bergamaschi Bergamaschi helped pull Titus through a window and rushed her to the local clinic to await a medevac “They helped us right away when we got in there with my grandma’s burns and smoke inhalation,” Marie Koonooka said “I only had a popped knee and a few frostbites on my toes where she was treated for burns on her shoulder and arm including personal belongings and two moose legs from a recent hunt credited her grandson with keeping the situation from getting much worse “If it wasn't for Colton jumping out on his own and the houses nearby probably would have caught fire,” Brown said Titus has worked for the Bering Strait School District since 1988. 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Log in here the Signal Mountain Fire Department responded to a possible house fire on Rock Crest Drive Digital Producer/Weekend Assignment Editor A lightning bolt struck a Signal Mountain home this morning causing a house fire with $200,000 in damages they saw the severity of the flames and called for additional manpower Waldens Ridge Emergency Service responded while the Chattanooga Fire Department and the Red Bank Fire Department responded to other emergencies in their areas Mountain Fire Chief Larry Sloan reported that the fire began from a lightning strike Signal Mountain FD says that no one was injured in the fire; no one was home at the time the fire did cause around $200,000 in damages to the home Email notifications are only sent once a day Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Sign In Subscribe Now Become a free member today and receive top local stories right to your inbox Staff at a Rocky Mountain House medical clinic are "heartbroken and devastated" over the death of a young physician and her mother in a fatal collision on Monday Sarah Walton was working at Rocky Medical Clinic as part of her family medicine residency training and was pursuing a career in emergency medicine she touched the hearts of many with her warmth and unwavering joy," the clinic posted on its Facebook page on Tuesday "Our thoughts and prayers are with the Walton family during this difficult time We will remember her kindness and the light she brought into the lives of her patients and co-workers." Walton worked as a nurse at the local hospital "before bravely pursuing her dream of becoming a physician," says the clinic died at the scene of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 11 at Range Road 35 Two other people from a pickup were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.  Walton had also been involved with Community Health International Health and Learning Development (CHILD) a non-profit society that helps children in Haiti CHILD said Walton had worked as a registered nurse in Edmonton before joining the organization where she used her interest in nutrition children's education and global health to help others Walton was one of four recipients of the RhPAP (Rural Health Physicians Action Plan) 2020 Rural Medical School Award which provided $5,000 to help them with their studies towards rural practice Her RhPAP profile said she grew up in Rocky Mountain House and while working for three years as a registered nurse at Rocky Mountain Health Centre decided to become a doctor and enrolled in University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine she enthusiastically described her experiences as a physician-in-training in her home community you are the [Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit] team I think this inevitably leads to more growth and confidence as a practitioner.” RCMP are continuing to investigate the collision Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. 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To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines 3:55 PM | Updated: 10:14 pm BY DAN RASCON AND CARLYSLE PRICE, KSL TV EAGLE MOUNTAIN – A man is dead after he hit and damaged two homes in Eagle Mountain Monday afternoon Ray Ormond with the Utah County Sheriff’s Office said the driver was traveling southbound on Pony Express Parkway when he suddenly veered off the road at Bald Eagle Way went through a back yard fence and then plowed into the back entrance of another home Ormond said they believed the elderly man who was driving the truck may have suffered a medical condition “We believe there may have been a prior medical condition prior to the accident that caused the individual to pass away,” Ormond said Both homes were condemned until the safety of the structures could be evaluated they sid this is not a first-time accident at this location This is one of multiple accidents over the years where a car has come through,” Justin Higgins said who showed KSL TV photos of previous accidents at the same location Which is pretty lucky considering how busy this area is with kids “It’s a well-used pedestrian walkway so the fact that no one else was involved whether it be in a vehicle we are just very grateful that didn’t happen,” Ormond said Alison Gay who lives across the street from the home where the corner was taken out spoke to the mother before she left the area to stay with family She was inside the house with her son,” Gay said “They were thankfully not harmed and they were not in an area of the house that was hit.” Mountain House High juniors Nidhish Somi and Krishay Rastogi took second place in the Congressional App Challenge with their project is the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge with her project Students from Mountain House High School gained recognition this month for their entries in the 2024 Congressional App Challenge is the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge in California’s Ninth District designed to assist Alzheimer’s patients with their medications doctors’ appointments and other needs that people with dementia have In her statement on the Congressional App Challenge website Ishita describes how she was motivated to create the app after her grandfather regularly struggled with remembering routine tasks “There was an instance where he stepped out of the house all by himself A gatekeeper who recognized him kindly brought him back home He would also forget to take his medicines adding that her grandmother took on the responsibility of helping him remember routine tasks but she is limited in how much help she can provide she’d have to look for nearby doctors every time and maintain a log of his visits she would have to set an alarm to give medicines to my grandfather timely.” She then describes how she created AlzAssistant as a “one-stop shop” for most of the needs expressed by individuals with such medical conditions “AlzAssistant’s main goal is to provide resources in times of need and also connecting them to their families.” took second place in the Congressional App Challenge with their project Selfplanr is an AI-powered goal-setting and planning platform designed to help high school students manage their academics The duo reported that in just seven months of development has been accepted into the Google For Startups Program and even attracted interest from investors Nidish said that Selfplanr was born out of frustration with the lack of tools to help high school students as they balance college-level classes extracurricular activities and college prep classes with college admissions more competitive than ever we realized that students require a holistic personalized platform to help them succeed in high school and get into their dream college That’s why Krishay and I built Selfplanr—an end-to-end AI-powered college admissions platform that helps students turn long-term college aspirations into manageable daily plans.” Krishay added: “We wanted to provide students with a platform that not only organizes their tasks but also bridges the gap between academic planning and college admissions guidance It’s all about reducing stress and giving students the confidence to succeed.” He said the app works by analyzing a student’s academic profile it produces a personalized and flexible weekly plan consisting of bite-sized daily tasks that help students reach their goals through a step-by-step process It does this by including tailored recommendations to extracurriculars/academics and features akin to a virtual college counselor giving students the tools they need to achieve their goals.” Krishay added that they plan to continue developing the app to reach even more students and enhanced AI tools that deeply analyze students’ profiles to provide a detailed breakdown and ranking system to let students know where they stand.” Nidish added that entering the Congressional App Challenge was an opportunity to prove the impact Selfplanr could make while broadening his and Krishay’s own interest in STEM we hoped to inspire the next generation of students to dream big This award isn’t just a win for us—it’s a testament to the importance of youth-led innovation and the potential we all have to solve real-world problems.” This year’s Congressional App Challenge set new records with an unprecedented 382 members of the House of Representatives hosting competitions—surpassing the previous high of 374 A total of 3,881 original applications represented 12,682 students from across the U.S Each participating Member of Congress selects a winning app from their district and each winning team is invited to showcase their winning app to Congress during the annual #HouseOfCode festival in the spring The program is a public-private partnership made possible through funding from the Broadcom Foundation • Contact the Tracy Press at tpnews@tracypress.com or (209) 835-3030 or sign up for a new 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To receive the paper at home, sign up for Premium Membership no promotional deals were found matching that code Mountain House juniors John Morikang (left) and Andrew Gregory block an Oakdale High shot on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House junior Jonathan Morikang (right) goes up for a shot against Oakdale High on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House senior Manil Mehta (right) sends a shot across against an Oakdale High player on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House sophomore Dominic Paulo Diaz (left) goes up to shoot against Oakdale High on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House junior Andrew Gregory scores a point against Oakdale High on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House senior Amogh Janganure dives for a return on an Oakdale High shot on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House juniors John Morikang (left) and Jonathan Morikang team up to block an Oakdale High shot on April 7 at Mountain House The duo was crucial in on both ends in the Mustangs' CIF SJS Division 1 first round playoff home victory over Granite Bay on Wednesday night Mountain House junior John Morikang (right) defends an Oakdale High shot on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House junior Jonathan Morikang (right) drops a shot over the net against Oakdale High on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House sophomore Divyesh Mididoddi (right) sends a shot across against an Oakdale High player on Monday at Mountain House Mountain House senior Gahan Kamatam (right) has his shot challenged by an Oakdale High defender on Monday at Mountain House The Mountain House High boys volleyball team is showing no signs of slowing down in the Valley Oak League (VOL) 8-1 VOL) beat their namesakes from Oakdale (3-23 1-6 VOL) comfortably on Monday at home in their eighth consecutive win The ‘Stangs won 3-0 to stay right on the heels of Manteca (8-0 VOL) in the race for the league title The Buffaloes handed Mountain House its lone defeat of VOL play so far this season – 3-2 on March 24 – and the two teams will face each other again on April 14 in Manteca in a potential championship decider The Mustangs continued their excellent form on both sides of the ball against Oakdale with dominant 25-13 The hosts were paced by senior hitter Manil Mehta once again The star attacker drew praise from head coach Michelle Laban afterwards “This was one of those games where my whole team was able to get some playing time,” she said “But (Mehta) has been excelling in our league campaign emerging as one of the top and most efficient hitters.” Mehta came into the game against Oakdale on the back of an outstanding 20-kill performance in the Mustangs’ 3-1 win over East Union last Wednesday He followed that up with another stellar outing against the fellow ‘Stangs He is currently 22nd in the state in hitting percentage at .371 and top five in kills in the CIF SJS Division 1 with 207 Junior Hosea Alimboyoguen facilitated well in the middle of the floor He is now up to 331 assists this term – No Both Mehta and Alimboyoguen are second in the VOL in kills and assists respectively “I am very satisfied with our season so far,” Laban added “We’re the new guys on the block in our league but the boys have been dominating this season and it’s exciting to see.” The Wolf Pack is cruising in the Tri-City Athletic League at the moment West’s last two victories have extended the team’s current win streak to four games West is up to 11-6 overall and 5-1 in TCAL play – good for lone possession of the top spot The Rams handed the Pack their lone defeat in the league so far – 3-2 on March 25 The two teams will face off again on Thursday in Tracy in what is shaping up to be a huge game In the first of their two most recent wins the Wolf Pack took out crosstown rivals Tracy 3-1 last Thursday on the road West dropped the first set 25-22 but bounced back tremendously to win the next three straight – all 25-19 Senior Elijah Albarillo led West with 20 kills Senior Dave Salo was excellent with 12 kills Senior Elisha Cadaing chipped in with 23 assists the Pack swept aside the Trojans 3-1 at home on Tuesday West won comprehensively 25-21 and 25-20 in the first two sets but had to overcome some adversity after dropping the third frame 25-19 The hosts won the fourth 25-19 to seal the victory The Bulldogs snapped a two-game losing skid with an enormous five-set thriller win over local foes Kimball on the road Tuesday night The two teams battled it out admirably in true rivalry fashion The visitors got off to a great start with a 28-26 win in the first set but the Jags recovered well to win the second and third 25-21 and 25-14 respectively the Bulldogs won a dominant fourth set 25-10 before taking the decider 15-6 The victory saw Tracy improve to 3-5 overall and 2-4 in the league – good for fifth place in the standings Tracy was led by a strong outing from junior Nicolas Hidalgo with 15 kills Senior Karanvir Purewal had a whopping nine blocks (six solo) The Bulldogs exacted their revenge on Kimball after the Jags beat them 3-2 on March 20 in the league opener The defeat was the Jaguars’ fifth straight and they are struggling now after starting TCAL play 2-0 Kimball will have a chance to bounce back at Lincoln (1-11 The Jags already beat them once this term – 3-0 on March 25 Contact Arion Armeniakos at aarmeniakos@tracypress.com The Mock Trial team from Tracy High took second place at the 2025 San Joaquin County Mock Trial Competition held Saturday at Venture Academy in Stockton Tracy High team members Srin Ibrahim and Danica Cerrillos were honored with individual awards at the 2025 San Joaquin County Mock Trial Competition Pictured from left to right are San Joaquin County Superintendent of Schools Dr Tracy High Mock Trial Coach Leighton Scott San Joaquin County Chief Deputy District Attorney Donald Vaughn San Joaquin County Superior Court Judge Erin Guy Castillo and Tracy High Mock Trial Coach Kundhan Dasari The Mock Trial team from Mountain House High took third place at the 2025 San Joaquin County Mock Trial Competition Mountain House High team members Devika Vithalani and Oluwatishe Folayan were honored with individual awards at the 2025 San Joaquin County Mock Trial Competition Mountain House High Mock Trial Coach Surekha D’Souza Top Prosecution Team Member Oluwatishe Folayan and San Joaquin County Superior Court Judge Erin Guy Castillo Kylo Tungol of Mountain House High School won the award for Top Courtroom Artist for this sketch of Saturday’s proceedings at the 2025 San Joaquin County Mock Trial Competition Tracy and Mountain House high schools are among the top award winners at the 2025 San Joaquin County Mock Trial Competition held Saturday at the San Joaquin County Courthouse in Stockton with awards handed out at the San Joaquin County Office of Education Stockton Early College Academy took first place in the competition winning the opportunity to represent San Joaquin County at the California Mock Trial Competition in Los Angeles Tracy’s team placed second and Mountain House was third and rounding out the top four in the team results was Venture Academy of Stockton A total of 200 students from 13 high schools competed in the varsity event with Kimball and West high schools also represented Local students also won a handful of individual awards for top attorneys Special awards included The Honorable John F a $500 prize provided by the San Joaquin County Bar Association and the Pacific Summer High School Institute Award all-inclusive residential pre-college institute ($3,500 value) provided by the University of the Pacific Devika Vithalani from Mountain House High School won both of those awards and was named Top Defense Team Member as well The competition was centered on the fictional court case assistant campaign manager to their spouse who is a candidate for city council in the rural mountain town of Emerald Bend and is accused of kidnapping Taylor Alexander a rival candidate to Dorais in the city council election The San Joaquin County Mock Trial event is co-sponsored by the San Joaquin County Bar Association and the San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) in cooperation with Teach Democracy (formerly the Constitutional Rights Foundation) and was made possible with the assistance of the judges and others who volunteered their time and professional expertise Severe thunderstorms with fierce lightning rolled through Hamilton County on Saturday morning and one lightning strike ignited a Signal Mountain house fire Signal Mountain emergency personnel responded to a possible house fire located at 7 Rock Crest Drive the first engine arrived on the scene confirming a house fire Signal Mountain Fire immediately requested a mutual aid response for additional manpower Waldens Ridge Emergency Service responded to the scene and Chattanooga Fire Department and Red Bank Fire Department responded to additional emergency calls in their district Larry Sloan reported the house fire started from a lightning strike but Hamilton County EMS was on the scene for any potential injuries to firefighters The homeowner was not home at the time of the fire Signal Mountain fire officials reported damages around $200,000  In a showdown for first place in Valley Oak League boys volleyball Monday night visiting Mountain House avenged its earlier-season 25-23 sweep of the host Buffaloes to knot the VOL race with three matches remaining The first set had three ties and two lead changes down the stretch with four ties and two lead changes down the stretch in the third set “They are a really solid team,” Buffaloes coach Jennifer Reis said “They put pressure on you in ways that make you uncomfortable They have great serves and a lot of firepower at the net they battled back and showed a lot of heart in that third set we would have loved to have sent our senior setter Mark Bondoc off with a win Jesus Gomez led Manteca with 12 kills and seven digs Alex Khizeran (seven digs) and Raclif Figueroa (five digs) rounded out the Buffaloes attack Manil Mehta led the punishing Mountain House attack with 20 kills The Mustangs totaled 44 kills to 31 for Manteca with the Mustangs dishing out six aces and the Buffaloes just one “It was an exciting game,” Mountain House coach Michelle Laban said “He was playing very smart and knew where to execute all over the court The Buffaloes have three league matches remaining beginning with a road contest at East Union on Wednesday at 6 p.m The Mustangs wrap up VOL play Wednesday night at 6 at home against Patterson In a reversal of fortunes from the varsity contest 17-4) hand the Mustangs their first league loss knotting the two teams atop the VOL with three games remaining Adam Cuevas posted eight kills and five digs to pace Manteca Ryan Mu added nine digs and Eli Navarro chipped in seven assists and six digs Utah (KUTV) — A man driving a pickup truck has died after he hit two homes in Eagle Mountain Ray Ormond from Utah County Sheriff's Office said the man was driving on Pony Express Parkway Monday afternoon The man left the roadway for an unspecified reason and hit two homes off Bald Eagle Way Officials suspect a medical emergency occurred in the older man Community members in the area said the crash was in the Overland neighborhood in Eagle Mountain Residents in the area said this isn't the first time this has happened People who live in the neighborhood said cars have come off Pony Express into the neighborhood several times over the last few years Although no one there blames the driver in this case it highlights a problem they’ve had for years It’s a tragic accident that people in the neighborhood never want to see “Four times total over a five or six-year span,” said Justin Higgins Higgins is talking about the number of cars that have come off the road for different reasons Neighbors showed KUTV pictures of other crashes from 2019 to 2024 One picture shows rubble that used to be a sign for the neighborhood which they said had hit been a couple times “The city’s been putting it up over and over again and I just think they’re probably just tired of putting it up,” Higgins said Higgins said Monday’s crash is the closest it’s ever come to hitting someone but he and the other residents think it’s only a matter of time because there’s kids that keep walking down this pathway home from school,” Higgins said “A lot of things can really hurt some kids or hurt anybody that’s walking through our neighborhood.” Some of the residents said they’re going to look into starting a petition to get a fence or wall built here KUTV reached out to the city after hours to see if there are plans to address residents' concerns and we'll update you when we hear back Mountain House Utilities Manager Karen Morgan explains the process that begins when sewage from homes and businesses come into the new wastewater treatment plant on Bethany Road Folks take a look at part of the water purification process at the new Mountain House wastewater treatment plant on Bethany Road Mountain House Mayor Andy Su prepares to cut the ribbon on the city’s new wastewater treatment plant on Bethany Road on Friday are Dave Sargent of Mountain House Developers Lammersville Unified School District Trustee Lisa Boulais Mountain House City Manager Steve Pinkerton describes the city’s new wastewater treatment plant on Bethany Road during Friday’s dedication ceremony Folks take a tour of the new Mountain House wastewater treatment plant on Bethany Road Three months after incorporation as a city Mountain House now has a key piece of infrastructure that city leaders expect will serve the community for years to come On Friday Mountain House hosted a ceremonial ribbon cutting for its wastewater treatment plant on Bethany Road at the eastern edge of the city It’s a relatively remote outpost for the city but one that City Manager Steve Pinkerton said will be one of the most important as Mountain House grows “I don’t think there’s any operation that a municipality operates that has more wide-ranging daily impact than a wastewater treatment plant,” Pinkerton told a crowd of assembled dignitaries on Friday Lammersville Unified School District and the engineers and contractors who built the $60 million plant there’s nothing more important than being able to treat adding that highly regulated modern wastewater treatment creates the finished product of compostable solids and clean water “We feel like we’re actually contributing to improving the quality of Old River and the surrounding delta in the way that we’re treating the water The event included a tour led by Utilities Manager Karen Morgan who explained the processes that begin when sewage from homes and businesses come into the plant It takes in about 1.7 million gallons per-day with a capacity now of 3 mgd and up to 5 mgd with upgrades that are part of the plant’s design which is a few-hundred yards north of the plant Mayor Andy Su acknowledged the main contractor as well as Pace Engineering and HDR Engineering Pinkerton noted that Mountain House Developers took the lead on the project picking up the $60 million cost with the expectation that fees from new home construction will eventually allow the city to pay that money back to the developer big responsibility on the development community to make sure these things are done right,” Pinkerton said Director of Operations for Mountain House Developers LLC said it was a 3-year project that will serve Mountain House through buildout of the community “Overall the project went very smoothly and I think the city is happy with the way it worked out,” he said • Contact Bob Brownne at brownne@tracypress.com City firefighters continued their investigation into the cause of a fire that damaged a home on Beaman Road north of Mountain Home on Jan City firefighters were dispatched to the home located near the intersection of North 18th Street at 3:55 a.m after a member of the home woke up and noticed something was wrong and immediately alerted others living there For the full story, pick up a copy of the Mountain Home News or click on this link to subscribe to the newspaper�s online edition. Posting a comment requires free registration: Multiple Beech Mountain homes were destroyed Sunday by an overnight fire that was likely caused by a lightning strike Trey DeWolf said one strike seemed to be right outside the window of his family townhouse he saw a quickly spreading blaze at the Snow Tree Villas Crystal Rogers said the family she was staying with lost their home to the fire Rogers posted video and photos on Facebook. "Lightning struck the back deck two doors down and then transformers started blowing, then propane tanks," she said. "Fire trucks had to cut their way here through fallen trees. Don’t travel until the storm is over and roads are clear." The scene once the sun came up was of ash and destruction. Rogers' Jeep and two other cars were destroyed, but no injuries to people were reported. “I’m really sorry for everyone who’s had property loss and damage," DeWolf said. "I’m glad everyone was able to make it out safe.” Sonal Shah The third location of Szechuan Mountain House is possibly its most useful one. Among the pasta and steak frites specialists on 46th Street, the chain's sizzling, numbing food makes it a particularly exciting option before seeing a play. Or, for visitors who want to experience Times Square and get a taste of a top city restaurant Spread over a couple of floors in a narrow building this location is slightly less impressive than its more sprawling siblings in Flushing and the East Village But you can still book for a group of up to nine people online faux-village theme still falls on the charming side of gimmicky Hell's Kitchen It’s worth braving Times Square for this excellent unassuming Sichuan restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen Achieve the impossible task of booking a memorable meal for six to 10 people Whether you're looking for something quick or want to have a nice sit-down dinner before "Wicked," here are your best options Sonal spent many years in India before returning to New York Lightning from Saturday morning's storm set fire to a Signal Mountain home According to Hamilton County Emergency Management the house on Rock Crest drive was struck around 11 A.M Signal Mountain Fire Department arrived on the scene and just as quickly called for extra manpower Fire officials report the damage to be close to $200,000 Two people died in the motor vehicle collision on Highway 11 on April 28.  Sylvan Lake RCMP responded to the incident that took place on Highway 11 at Range Road 35 West of Sylvan Lake at 2:13 p.m.  emergency responders located two women from Rocky Mountain house Two other individuals from a pick-up were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.  RCMP remained on scene for several hours conducting an investigation.  the RCMP is continuing to investigate.  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Evacuations were ordered on Wednesday for remote communities near a new wind-driven wildfire in mountains north of Los Angeles as Southern California endured more dangerous winds ahead of possible rain over the weekend The Hughes Fire broke out late Wednesday morning and quickly burned through hundreds of acres of trees and brush sending up a huge plume of dark smoke near the Lake Castaic area of northern Los Angeles County WATCH: Remembering the victims of the deadly Los Angeles wildfires Los Angeles officials were preparing for potential precipitation even as some residents were allowed to return to the charred Pacific Palisades and Altadena areas and firefighters extinguished small blazes that broke out during gusty weather expected to last through Thursday “We’re going to see another round of critical fire conditions across Southern California,” Todd Hall Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order to expedite cleanup efforts in burn areas and mitigate the environmental impacts of fire-related pollutants shore up hillsides and reinforce roads ahead of the possible rain Los Angeles County supervisors also approved an emergency motion to install flood control infrastructure and expedite and remove sediment in fire-impacted areas new challenges lie ahead,” Supervisor Kathryn Barger said during a Wednesday news conference “Rains are in the forecast and the threat of mud and debris flow in our fire-impacted communities is real.” A 60 percent to 80 percent chance of a small amount of rain was forecast for Southern California starting Saturday with most areas likely getting not more than a third of an inch (0.8 centimeters) a meteorologist for the weather service’s office for Los Angeles up to an inch (2 1/2 centimeters) could fall in localized thunderstorms which would be a worst-case scenario if enough falls on scorched slopes “But even if the rain doesn’t materialize this time it could be a good practice run for those communities because this will be a threat that they’ll have to deal with for months or years,” Kittell said Tuesday Fire crews were filling sandbags for communities while county workers were installing barriers and clearing drainage pipes and basins a town 80 miles (130 kilometers) up the coast from Los Angeles was ravaged by mudslides after a downpour hit mountain slopes burned bare by a huge wildfire Red flag warnings for critical fire risk were extended through 8 p.m Officials remained concerned that the two major blazes could break their containment lines as firefighters continue to watch for hot spots a spokesman with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection WATCH: Poet Amanda Gorman pens tribute to crews battling the Los Angeles wildfires Fire engines and water-dropping aircraft positioned strategically allowed crews to swiftly douse several small blazes that popped up in LA Authorities urged residents to review evacuation plans and be on the lookout for fires and report them quickly Bass also warned that winds could carry ash and advised Angelenos to visit the city’s website to learn how to protect themselves from toxic air during the latest Santa Ana wind event LA County public health director Barbara Ferrer cautioned that the ash could contain heavy metals “Even a brief exposure can potentially cause skin irritation and lead to more serious problems,” Ferrer said Wednesday asking people to wear protective gear while cleaning up bone-dry vegetation and strong winds came as firefighters continued to battle the Palisades and Eaton fires which have killed at least 28 people and destroyed more than 14,000 structures since they broke out Jan Containment of the Palisades Fire reached 68 percent LA County Sheriff Robert Luna said Wednesday that his department was still investigating 22 active missing person reports in both fire zones Tobacco and Firearms is investigating the causes of the fires but has not released any findings Several lawsuits have been filed by people who lost their homes in the Eaton Fire alleging Southern California Edison’s equipment sparked the blaze On Tuesday a judge overseeing one of the lawsuits ordered the utility to produce data from circuits in the area where the fire started who criticized the response to the wildfires during his inaugural address Monday has said he will travel to Los Angeles on Friday Barger said Wednesday that details of Trump’s visit were still being worked out Associated Press radio reporter Julie Walker in New York contributed to this report © 1996 - 2025 NewsHour Productions LLC PBS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization Subscribe to Here's the Deal with Lisa Desjardins Be one of the first to try our new activity feed A curated collection for the mountain minded Starting with unique favorites for the modern mountain home Donna Wilson Forest Woven Cushion and Mountain Moon Woven Cushion Artist Donna Wilson is famous for her imaginative, nature-inspired designs. These 100 percent lambswool cushions are a couple of our favorites for the modern mountain home. [$90 each, alpinemodern.com]  Roots & Wings Handmade Slopes/Sleep Door Mat  This solid, durable coir mat offers a modern and stylish welcome to your ski town home. It also helps direct you to where you want to be, depending on the time of day. [$34, rootsandwingshandmade.com] David Rasmussen Design Wine & Tray Gift Set  Colorado-based designer David Rasmussen’s elegant hand-crafted collection of barware offers something for everyone who like a fancy après adds a pop of color and festivity to your cocktail hour The Cross Banket is a timeless, classic staple from Swedish designer Pia Wallén. Made with organic, chemical-free cotton, this mountain home necessity is available in a variety of colors. [$220, alpinemodern.com]  Distillery 291 Colorado Rye Whiskey and The Decc Citrus Clove Liqueur  The Colorado Rye Whiskey has been raking in awards, including Gold in the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Double Gold in the Denver International Spirits Competition, and People’s Choice at the Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival. But don’t take the judges word for it, give a bottle to the spirit enthusiast in your life for another opinion. [$75 and $25, distillery291.com] Little Rabbit Polar Bear and Mountain Flour Sack Tea Towels These are cute tea towel options to add simple mountain details around the house catstudio Ski Colorado Hand-Embroidered Pillow The intricately embroidered throw pillows created by catstudio feature a variety of your favorite ski vacation destinations Le Creuset Bloomingdales 4.5 Qt Le Creuset is known for quality that will last for generations, which is rare but appreciated in today’s world. Bloomingdale’s exclusive star applique offers a fresh look for this classic piece. [$380, bloomingdales.com] West Elm Herringbone Soft Touch Throw This throw is incredibly soft and plush. We especially love the chunky tassels and optional monogram for adding a personal touch. [$59, westelm.com]  Old World Christmas Santa on a Ski Lift, Snowman on Skis, Ski Goggles and Ski Boots Ornaments Leave the generic holiday ornaments behind and makes sure all the ornaments around the house are related to skiing. After the big night, Santa just wants to go skiing like the rest of us, anyway. [$14-20 each, oldworldchristmas.com] Kimball Prints Alpine Trees and One More Run Tea Towels    ski-detailed tea towels that make a perfect addition to any mountain home kitchen World Market Faux Cowhide Throw Pillow Nothing says “Wild West” quite like Cowhide plus this looks great in any cabin in the world World Market Ivory Chunky Woven Throw Wrap this throw around you to fight the winter’s chill it’s woolen-style chain-stitched fabric feels great on the skin A little southwestern charm or your Taos ski home Three Bad Seeds The Peaks – Large Mountain Pillow  Handcrafted for the mountain-minded in the Pacific Northwest, The Peaks pillow is made from 100% woven Pendleton® wool and will make any couch, chair, or bed more festive. [$90, shop.threebadseeds.com] Coral & Tusk Skiing Fox Ornament and Skiing Cat Ornament  Designer Stephanie Housley’s illustrations translated into whimsical, embroidered ornaments for the holidays and all winter long. [$28 each, coralandtusk.com] These smart pillows are handmade by a fair trade cooperative of 14 Zapotec women who live and work in Oaxaca, Mexico, using locally sourced wool. The perfect gift for those who want to help regional development and also have a super-soft pillow. [$135, the-citizenry.com]   World Market Mini Crackle Orb Micro LED Battery-Operated String Lights and Bottled Snowy Tree Micro LED Battery-Operated String Lights  These lights look great on any holiday tree, but they looks even better around the house during the dark nights of winter. You can even take them camping in the summer, just to spice things up a bit. [$17 and $20, worldmarket.com] Tribe & True Blue Fire Diamond Kaleidoscope Diamond Blanket  These unique blankets are all handmade and have slight variations meaning the one you give as a gift is completely unique the perfect way to warm up during those cold nights in the mountains These unique blankets are perfect for staying warm in the winter Everyone loves guacamole after a day of skiing, so why give the squad store-bought, bland stuff? Mash the avocados yourself and look like a kitchen pro with this molcajete. [$50, williams-sonoma.com] JK Adams Walnut Whitewashed Rectangle Cheese Board This American-made cheeseboard is made out of walnut wood and sports a whitewashed teak-oil finish SKI Magazine Exclusive: Get 25% off this board and everything else on the jkadams.com site using code SKI25 Our picks for your cozy log cabin in the mountains Chandler 4 Corners Skiing in the Trees 18” Hooked Wool Pillow  Made from 100 percent natural wool and hand-hooked in Vermont this pillow is the perfect gift for the tree-skiing enthusiast in your life Alpine Earthworks Mount Superior Perfect Tracks Mug  In her studio based at the mouth of Utah’s Little Cottonwood Canyon potter Kim Hall has combined her passion for the outdoors with her passion for the mountains The Mount Superior Perfect Tracks Mug motivates us to get up and get out (just add coffee) Offered in a variety of colors and patterns to fit any style and with a faux fur backing these blankets are ultra cozy and perfect after a day on the slopes Kimball Prints Skier and Snowflake Ornaments These beautiful birch ornaments are designed and produced by printmaker Carolyn Kimball and anywhere you can hang them in your house or cabin Make the details count this holiday season with a ski-oriented napkin holder and winter-inspired reusable napkins Adams Ash Round Cheese Board and Walnut Cheese Board with Handle Vermont-based J.K. Adams has remained family-owned for over 70 years, and their products are backed with a 100 percent replacement guarantee. These boards are as beautiful as they are easy to use. [$70 (large ash board) and $55 (large walnut board), jkadams.com] An old classic you’ve likely seen in a ski cabin or hut before, these soft, durable wool blankets are still woven in the Pacific Northwest from pure wool and cotton. [$139, pendleton-usa.com] Pier 1 Imports Aspen the Natural Skiing Moose  Make your neighbors jealous with this amazing skiing moose on your doorstep or mantle this winter This soft and lightweight throw is our favorite for its detailed design and perfect warmth factor. We recommend it both as a gift for the mountain homeowner in your life, and a gift for yourself as well. [$47, tribetrue.com] SKI Magazine Exclusive: Get 25% off your order at jkadams.com site using code SKI25 a Rocky Mountains house by Pearson Design Group and Frederick Tang Architecture is a contemporary retreat that sits low in its natural This contemporary Rocky Mountains house is a skier’s dream retreat With architecture by Pearson Design Group (PDG) and with interiors by Frederick Tang Architecture (FTA) the 4000 sq ft summer and ski home is located in the Bridger Mountains area of north of the southwest city of Bozeman with clean lines and large floor-to-ceiling windows taking in the views of Ross Peak The main room features a white brick floating fireplace which acts as a divider between the dining and living spaces The architects aimed at creating intimacy within the space A custom-made 27ft built-in sofa was designed with the client's specific requirements in mind – the family often entertains and needed enough seating to be able to host two families with kids and dogs of the architecture says; 'The home is situated to take in expansive views of the Bridger Mountain Range to the west The social spaces of the home are laid out within a simple & outdoor gathering) and along the view line of the property The master bedroom floats on the northside of the home capturing views of the Bridger Range and forest the architecture is understated and purposefully distilled setting the stage for Frederick Tang’s interiors A moody vibe was created through the use of a dark wallpaper that mimics the Northern Lights it helps create a warm and cosy atmosphere FTA's director of design Barbara Reyes explains the choice: ‘We love this moody wallpaper the painterly strokes wrap the room while interacting with the incredible outdoor view which suddenly serves as ‘artwork’ to the walls.’ FTA carefully considered the environment as inspiration without falling into ‘country and western’ clichés coupled with natural and rugged materials contribute to a modern interpretation escapism and design stories from around the world direct to your inbox Marble-like stone defines the kitchen and dining space and weathered steel reflect the textures of the residence’s mountainous context Sculptural details frame the stove and kitchen island The mudroom offers convenient cubby holes to store ski and outdoor wear this time its pattern resembling enlarged wood grain Its blue tones are emphasised by terracotta touches a nod to dark starry skies meeting rock along the horizon while leather and sheepskin soften the end result FTA’s founder and principle Frederick Tang says: ‘We love designing for young families and imagining how the home will evolve and grow with the kids We expect the spaces to host boisterous gatherings of friends and families and hope that they will enjoy it for many generations.' pearsondesigngroup.com fredericktang.com Staff WriterTianna Williams is Wallpaper*s staff writer with work spanning from social media content creation to editorial When she isn’t writing extensively across varying content pillars ranging from design she also helps put together the daily newsletter writing about gorgeously designed houses and restaurants and day-dreaming about her next travel destination Buttoned-up touches and heirlooms galore helped expand a Roaring Gap Utah — A driver died Monday afternoon after he crashed into two houses in Eagle Mountain The Utah County Sheriff's Office said the driver — an "elderly" man whose exact age was not specified — was driving south on Pony Express Parkway near Oquirrh Mountain Ranch around 2 p.m He then hit two homes and the truck ended up in a backyard neighbors are just trying to piece together what happened Alyson Gay has lived in the neighborhood for about three years and said it’s a tight-knit community “Me and a couple neighbors were talking and just trying to gather what happened kind of sudden and it’s of course scary,” Gay said said his heart goes out to everyone affected “You worry about the people first and foremost So heartbroken for the man who lost his life and the family,” Corbridge said so we spoke to them and offered our home if they need a place… But anytime you’re told you can’t be inside your house But this accident has only heightened the concerns of these neighbors There used to be a sign there made out of bricks and they’ve hit this sign and knocked it down three different times,” neighbor John Castro said we have kids who walk home from school,” Gay said “My son rides his scooter right past the sidewalk While they say they’re grateful that their neighbors are OK they want to find a solution — to prevent accidents like this from happening in their front yard “Me and the neighbors were talking and we’re really hoping they can put some kind of barrier that can protect the sidewalk The Mountain House Mustangs lost their home game against the Central Catholic Raiders52-18 Friday night Mountain House junior quarterback Erin Foster (center) finds some running room in the Central Catholic defense Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House freshman Jacoby Johnson (center) gets some running room against the Central Catholic defense Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House senior Charles Wolfe (left) racks up some yards after a catch against Central Catholic defense night at Mountain House The Mountain House defense forces a Central Catholic fumble which the Mustangs would recover Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House senior Kaden Ransohoff (left) tries to get a hand on the ball caught by a Central Catholic receiver Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House junior Callahan Healy breaks into the clear as he runs in a touchdown catch against Central Catholic defense Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House juniors Elijah Ellison (left) and Callahan Healy celebrate Healy’s touchdown catch against Central Catholic defense Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House junior quarterback Erin Foster (right) looks for a receiver downfield against Central Catholic defense Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House seniors Jaideep Pannu (let) and Anish Mudunuri team up to stop a Central Catholic runner Friday night at Mountain House MHHS V CENTRAL CATHOLIC FOOTBALL10 (10-25-24) Mountain House senior Kaden Ransohoff (right) drags a Central Catholic player across the goal line as he scores a touchdown Friday night at Mountain House talks to his offense during a time out t in the game against Central Catholic Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House junior Erin Foster (center) returns a kick against Central Catholic defense Friday night at Mountain House Mountain House senior Charles Wolfe (center) looks for running room after a catch against Central Catholic night at Mountain House Mountain House senior Kaden Ransohoff (right) tries to shake a Central Catholic defender on a run after a reception defense Friday night at Mountain House The Mountain House High football team could not stop Central Catholic from handing them thei… A resolution filed in the West Virginia House of Delegates is seeking to rename Spruce Knob WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — A resolution filed in the West Virginia House of Delegates is seeking to rename Spruce Knob Board on Geographic Names – which oversees the naming of geographic landmarks as well as changes – to consider the proposed renaming of the mountain five years after the passing of Trump Eyewitness News wants to hear your opinion on the resolution The resolution said naming geographical features is a tradition in the United States and Spruce Knob “symbolizes strength qualities that epitomize the leadership and perseverance demonstrated by President Donald J is the state's highest point at 4,863 feet The resolution is sponsored by Republican delegates Elias Coop-Gonzalez The resolution has been sent to the House of Delegates Committee on Rules.