At approximately 10am this morning, the U.S. Forest Service has temporarily closed Highway 330, below Running Springs, for the safety of fire crews working on a fire that was caused by a lightening strike earlier this morning. Crews are currently battling six natural wild land fires in the San Bernardino Mountains. Lightening strikes caused all six fires. Smoke may be … [Read more...] about Highway 330 Temporarily Closed Due to Small Fire
City Proactively Applies for Grants
BIG BEAR LAKE, CA – Given the State’s large fiscal crisis last year and the continued threat to take funds from municipalities to balance its own budget, the City has been aggressive in applying for grant monies to fund major capital projects. This includes a $350,000 Environmental Enhancement Mitigation grant the City was awarded in April for Boulder Bay Park Phase II … [Read more...] about City Proactively Applies for Grants
May 7 Auditions Scheduled for “Fandance,” to Benefit Hospital Foundation in August
The Bear Valley Community Hospital Foundation has announced it will sponsor the world premiere of “Fandance,” a dance musical based on the legend of Sally Rand. The play is written and choreographed by Misty Rowe (pictured) of “Hee Haw” fame, and directed by Beth Gardner. Net proceeds from the three performances in August will go to our local hospital. The producers are looking … [Read more...] about May 7 Auditions Scheduled for “Fandance,” to Benefit Hospital Foundation in August
Chipper Days Begin April 15th
Beginning Wednesday, April 15th, the City of Big Bear Lake is offering free roadside tree limb and brush trimming disposal to assist those property owners within City limits in creating defensible space around their homes. Fire Fuels Program Coordinator David Yegge says, “Just place branches and limbs at the curb, telephone the free Chipper Hotline at 909-752-2805 and Public … [Read more...] about Chipper Days Begin April 15th