A personal narrative exploring a lifelong fascination with horses and pondering on reincarnation.

Pliocene Ridge School’s construction, early issues, student experiences, and eventual closure are recounted by a former student.

A nostalgic look at Alleghany School’s history, changes, and memorable experiences from the 1970s and 80s.

A local elder, Sleepin’ John, shares his experiences with “African Sleeping Sickness” and life in Alleghany.

A family's struggle with a problematic rock on a road near Ruby Mine in the 1970s.

A family navigates illness, loss, and resilience, finding strength and spiritual connections amidst hardship.

Mom’s battle with Multiple Sclerosis and the lessons learned through caregiving.

A personal narrative tracing a journey through life changes, illness, and a cherished quilt's travels.

Sierra Pacific Industries’ land ownership, environmental efforts, and collaboration with the Forest Service in Downieville, California.

Childhood adventures in Alleghany, including hiking, swimming, and a bear encounter.

In SS #63, I stated that “trees that get more sun grow faster,” but the day that it was published, I realized that statement is an oversimplification.

As promised, this week’s article will explore the origins of the checkerboard of private and public land across the west and specifically in our area of the Tahoe National Forest.

Several years ago, my husband and I traveled through Deadwood South Dakota.

On a recent trip through Idaho City, Idaho, we stopped at the visitor’s center.

In SS#5 (April 2023) I shared the story of my experiment with a “bear tough” trash can, repurposed as a compost bin.