UPDATE: Highway 38 is now open without escorts. Maintenance crews will standby as more storm activity is expected today. Geotechnical and maintenance engineering crews are on scene assessing the damages. If traveling Highway 38, use caution. UPDATE: Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake - CA: Highway 38 is open to Big Bear with escorts from Angelus Oaks to Jenks Lake - Use … [Read more...] about Highway 38 is Now Open to Big Bear
Illegal campfire causes small fire south of Big Bear Lake
SAN BERNARDINO, CALIF—US Forest Service firefighters, with the assistance of the Big Bear Fire Department, were dispatched at approximately 10:15 a.m. today to a fire south of the City of Big Bear Lake. A small fire, about 30 ft. by 30 ft. in size, was found off Mill Creek Road (Forest Service Road No. 2N10), between Camp Osito (2N17) and Kidd Creek (2N86) roads. Local … [Read more...] about Illegal campfire causes small fire south of Big Bear Lake
Small plane crashes Near Big Bear City Ariport
Big Bear News - Big Bear City, CA - UPDATE: 4:34 PM - According to a press release from the Big Bear Fire Department, the occupants of the downed aircraft sustained moderate to serious injuries and were airlifted to a trauma unit. The electricity in the neighborhood was knocked out by the plane crash. Bear Valley Electric crews arrived on scene to restore power. Automatic aid … [Read more...] about Small plane crashes Near Big Bear City Ariport
Bear Valley Community Healthcare District CEO, John Friel to retire October 2021
BIG BEAR NEWS - Big Bear Lake, CA - The Bear Valley Community Healthcare District has announced the retirement of their Chief Executive Officer, John Friel, effective this October. Mr. Friel has served in this role since May, 2016. He tells Kbear that after 58 years in the medical field, there comes a time to enjoy your family and grandchildren. He added “ I started my … [Read more...] about Bear Valley Community Healthcare District CEO, John Friel to retire October 2021
Care for Big Bear
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Visit Big Bear has issued a proclamation so named “Care For Big Bear” declaring the lifelong agreement between Big Bear locals and visitors to preserve and protect the Big Bear natural playground for future generations to enjoy. This is a unifying call to action for everyone who loves Big Bear. With education, motivation and awareness we … [Read more...] about Care for Big Bear