San Bernardino, CA, April 2, 2013 – Forest Service Fire crews are planning to burn about 120 acres as part of the Angelus Oaks Fuel Reduction project. Weather conditions permitting, firefighters expect the project to last one week, and they’re planning to begin work as early as April 8. The project area is located along Forest Road 1N12 north of Angelus Oaks. Smoke and … [Read more...] about Prescribed Fire Planned Near Angelus Oaks
Wildfire Home Assessment & Checklist
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 30, 2013 - A dry winter in California has officials concerned that this year’s wildfire season could arrive early and have more severe impacts. Already the state has had to battle early wildfires, including a fire in Riverside County on February 28. According to the National Weather Service, many areas in Southern California, are well below the average … [Read more...] about Wildfire Home Assessment & Checklist
Jeff Willis Is Fired Up Against Teen Violence
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 29, 2013 - As one of three candidates for Man About Town, Jeff Willis is seeking votes for the cause. All votes for the candidates come in the form of dollars, and the man raising the most money at the end wins the coveted title. Man About Town is a fundraiser sponsored by Soroptimist International of Big Bear Valley. All proceeds benefit the Stop Teen … [Read more...] about Jeff Willis Is Fired Up Against Teen Violence
Marine Corps Plane Disabled At Airport
Big Bear City, CA, March 28, 2013 - According to a Federal Aviation Administration spokesman, a Marine Corps T-34 was disabled on the runway of the Big Bear City Airport yesterday afternoon. Runway 26 at the airport was closed for about an hour. The nose wheel collapsed on the US Marine Corps training plane. An instructor and a pilot were on board the single-engine plane. No … [Read more...] about Marine Corps Plane Disabled At Airport
Vietnam Veterans’ National Day Of Recognition
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 28, 2013 - American Legion Post 584 will “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans” on Saturday, March 30. The post, at 41606 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake, will put out a food spread at 3 p.m. for all veterans who served in Vietnam. Interim Commander Bill Wilson said the post celebrates the national day of recognition and looks forward to meeting Big Bear … [Read more...] about Vietnam Veterans’ National Day Of Recognition