Big Bear Lake - CA - Big Bear News - The City of Big Bear Lake has officially launched the update process for its 2050 General Plan, a comprehensive policy document that will guide the community’s long-term vision for the next quarter-century. The initiative began with the first meeting of the 17-member General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) on March 10, 2026. The committee, … [Read more...] about City of Big Bear Lake Kicks Off General Plan Update
Big Bear Honors the Life and Legacy of Coach Dave Griffiths
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The news of Coach Dave Griffiths’ passing has settled heavily across Big Bear Valley, touching families, former students, and colleagues who knew him as far more than a coach. For decades, he was a steady, grounding presence at Big Bear High School and the kind of educator whose influence stretched well beyond the field. His years leading the … [Read more...] about Big Bear Honors the Life and Legacy of Coach Dave Griffiths
Jackie & Shadow Begin a Hopeful Second Egg Clutch in Big Bear Valley
Big Bear News, Big Bear, CA - UPDATED 3/7/26: In a remarkable display of resilience, Big Bear’s world famous bald eagle pair Jackie and Shadow have begun a second egg clutch just weeks after losing their first two eggs of the season. The news has sparked excitement and renewed hope among the thousands who follow the Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV) live nest cams. On the … [Read more...] about Jackie & Shadow Begin a Hopeful Second Egg Clutch in Big Bear Valley
Winds, Snow, and Downed Trees Mark Big Bear’s First Major Storm Series
Big Bear News – Big Bear, CA — Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12noon- The first series of winter storms of the year is creating significant challenges across the Big Bear Valley, with road closures, power outages, and hazardous travel conditions reported throughout the morning. State Route 18 remains closed in both directions from the Big Bear Dam to Green Valley Lake after … [Read more...] about Winds, Snow, and Downed Trees Mark Big Bear’s First Major Storm Series
SR-38 Remains Open This Week Due to Continued Snowfall
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Caltrans is suspending previously scheduled roadwork on State Route 38 this week from Tuesday, February 17th through Friday, February 20th due to continued snowfall expected. Maintenance crews are actively working to plow the roadway for travel to and from the Big Bear Valley. At this posting on Tuesday, February 17th, at 9:30am, the route … [Read more...] about SR-38 Remains Open This Week Due to Continued Snowfall