Two Big Bear High School seniors have initiated their senior project, which will culminate with a walk for the cure along the Alpine Pedal Path this Sunday, April 5. BBHS students Krystyn Bailey and Becca Kern invite the community to walk with them and/or make a tax-deductible donation to support two causes close to their hearts. Bailey explains, “I have a younger brother with … [Read more...] about BBHS Seniors Krystyn Bailey and Becca Kern Hosting Walk to Raise Autism and Colorectal Cancer Awareness for Their Senior Project
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President Obama’s American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Will Result in Nearly $233,000 in Title I Funding for Bear Valley Unified School District
Per a statement issued today by California Superintendent of Schools Jack O’Connell, the state will receive more than $1 billion in recovery funds for federal education programs, through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which was signed by President Obama in February. According to Superintendent O’Connell, “I have directed divisions with the California Department of … [Read more...] about President Obama’s American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Will Result in Nearly $233,000 in Title I Funding for Bear Valley Unified School District
Wind Advisory for Mountains and Deserts; Gusty Winds Expected Thursday Evening
We can expect strong, gusty west-to-northwest winds in our area, and including the nearby desert communities, later this evening (Thursday). The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the San Bernardino mountains, which takes effect at 6pm and extends through 6am on Friday. A Wind Advisory means that winds of 35 miles per hour are expected; those in … [Read more...] about Wind Advisory for Mountains and Deserts; Gusty Winds Expected Thursday Evening
MWD Board to Review Dam Bridge Railing and Proposed Seawall During This Afternoon’s Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors of the Big Bear Municipal Water District meet for their first regular meeting of the month today (April 2) at 1pm at the MWD offices at 40524 Lakeview Drive in Big Bear Lake. This afternoon’s agenda includes an informational presentation on the dam pedestrian bridge railing, and consideration of adoption of a mitigated negative declaration for a seawall … [Read more...] about MWD Board to Review Dam Bridge Railing and Proposed Seawall During This Afternoon’s Regular Meeting
“Stayin’ Alive with Walk MS Five”: Big Bear Plans for Fifth Walk in Support of National Multiple Sclerosis Society on April 18
Big Bear’s fifth annual Walk MS, in support of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, is just three weeks away and already over 50 teams have signed up to represent the Big Bear Valley. Since the first Walk MS in 2005, Big Bear has generated over $300,000 in support of the fight against multiple sclerosis and, this year, the Moose Lodge and Lions Club hope to raise $75,000 … [Read more...] about “Stayin’ Alive with Walk MS Five”: Big Bear Plans for Fifth Walk in Support of National Multiple Sclerosis Society on April 18