The visual clutter of assorted newsracks within Big Bear Lake will soon be modified, as the Planning Commission on January 7 approved the revised newsrack ordinance, which will now go before City Council for final approval. Though not yet on Council's agenda, when and if Council approves the ordinance, all wire, wood and plastic newsracks will have to be removed immediately, if … [Read more...] about Planning Commission Approves Newsrack Ordinance for Big Bear Lake
Don’t Text and Drive: New Law in Effect
Drivers have had a week now to get used to the idea of the new state law that prohibits writing, sending or reading text messages while behind the wheel, as this took effect on January 1st. The new law is a primary offense, meaning that law enforcement officers can pull over any driver if seen holding a cell phone or other digital assistant—if ticketed, fines with court costs … [Read more...] about Don’t Text and Drive: New Law in Effect
Beck Joins CSD Board; Day Named President, McDonald VP
In her first duty on the Board of Directors of the Big Bear City Community Services District, Barbara Beck led the flag salute at the CSD meeting of January 5, which also included the Board's election of president and vice president for the coming year. As one of the five directors, Jeff Newsome, was unable to attend Monday's meeting, the election process was left to Beck (who … [Read more...] about Beck Joins CSD Board; Day Named President, McDonald VP
Community Honored With Two Statewide Recreation Awards
The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District is celebrating some year-end accolades as two local programs have received awards for 2008, as selected by the California Park and Recreation Society, among over 500 other local parks and recreation agencies throughout the state. The first of these awards was in the Recreation and Community Services, Health and Wellness category … [Read more...] about Community Honored With Two Statewide Recreation Awards
Resorts Claim This Week’s Snowfall Is Largest in 35 Years
According to Big Bear Mountain Resorts, this week's snowfall is the single largest here in Big Bear in the last 35 years, bringing up to four feet of fresh snow to Snow Summit and Bear Mountain, which have a combined 16 chairlifts in operation today. In addition to the natural snow, snowmaking at the resorts has continued for the last six days, which will allow for almost all … [Read more...] about Resorts Claim This Week’s Snowfall Is Largest in 35 Years