Big Bear, CA - The time has come to announce that we have the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the Big Bear Valley. I, Rick Herrick, KBHR General Manager and Mayor of the City of Big Bear Lake, was tested after a week of self quarantine following, with what has felt like, a bout with the flu. The results concluded that I’ve contracted the coronavirus, perhaps the first … [Read more...] about I Have Coronavirus
Governor Orders “Stay at home except for essential needs”
Updated March 19, 2020 at 7:49 PMThe California State Public Health Officer and Director of the California Department of Public Health is ordering all individuals living in the State of California to stay home or at their place of residence. Read the full Executive Order here (pdf). How long will we stay home? This goes into effect on Thursday, March 19, 2020. The … [Read more...] about Governor Orders “Stay at home except for essential needs”
State and County Orders Cancellation of Large Gatherings Due to COVID-19
Big Bear, CA - San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Chairman Curt Hagman has announced that, in an effort to protect the public from any possible spread of the virus that causes COVID-19, the County's Public Health Officer today has ordered the immediate cancellation or postponement of gatherings of more than 250 people within the county until further notice. “The … [Read more...] about State and County Orders Cancellation of Large Gatherings Due to COVID-19
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
In light of yesterday’s announcement from the City of Long Beach prohibiting all large-scale events in the City through April 30, 2020, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach will not take place as scheduled on April 17-19. While we recognize that this is a serious inconvenience for our loyal attendees, sponsors and other clients, nevertheless, this action is consistent with our … [Read more...] about Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
STAY OFF LAKE ICE – FACE FINES OR LOSS OF LIFE
Big Bear Lake, Ca– With the recent snowfall in the Big Bear Valley, KBHR and the Big Bear Municipal Water District are reminding everyone of the dangers of walking on lake ice. Not only can it cost you your life, it can cost you money, and jeopardize the safety of rescuers. Every winter the San Bernardino County Sheriff and MWD receive calls related to people walking on lake … [Read more...] about STAY OFF LAKE ICE – FACE FINES OR LOSS OF LIFE