Big Bear, Ca March 14, 2011 8:00 am - Multiple Sclerosis is an unpredictable and debilitating disease. It affects the central nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and the body. This disease affects more than 400,000 people in the United States, 2 to 3 times more women than men. In Big Bear this year, MS Awareness Week is March 14 - 20. Volunteers from … [Read more...] about Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week In Big Bear
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Docent’s Needed At The Moonridge Animal Park
Big Bear, Ca, March 13, 2011, 12:00pm - The Friends Moonridge Zoo is looking for a few good men and women who appreciate being around wildlife to become Docents at Big Bear’s animal park. Docent activities include being a park roamer, who assists and provides information to park visitors, provide help during special events, prepare food in the animal kitchen, work at the gift … [Read more...] about Docent’s Needed At The Moonridge Animal Park
Victorville DMV Closing for Repairs
Big Bear, Ca March 11, 2011 3:00 pm - The Department of Motor Vehicles office in Victorville will be closed for repairs beginning April 8. The Victorville office, which opened in 1982, has not been upgraded since that time. During the 17 month closure, a temporary location will serve DMV customers at 14850 La Paz Drive in Victorville beginning Monday, April 18. During the 10 … [Read more...] about Victorville DMV Closing for Repairs
Time to Check Earthquake Preparedness
Big Bear, Ca March 11, 2011 12:00 pm - Today’s earthquake in Japan reminds us to be ready. California, like Japan is part of the Pacific Rim of Fire, an area of increased earthquake activity circling the Pacific Ocean. Residents and business owners in the Big Bear Valley must be prepared for large earthquakes. Regularly review your earthquake readiness. Check for hazards in … [Read more...] about Time to Check Earthquake Preparedness
Whooping Cough Vaccine Now Required For 7th-12th Grade Students
Big Bear, CA, March 10, 2011, noon - Beginning July 1, 2011, all students entering grades 7-12 must provide proof of having immunization against Whooping Cough (‘Tdap’) before starting school. This new school requirement applies to all public and private schools. Parents are being urged not to wait for the new fall school year, since there will be no grace period. Under the … [Read more...] about Whooping Cough Vaccine Now Required For 7th-12th Grade Students