The first of two town hall meetings, to review proposed water service rate increases, was held by the Big Bear Lake Department of Water and Power on Wednesday. During the rate increase presentation, which opened with DWP Chairman Steve Foulkes noting, “This is something different than we’ve had structurally in the past; the goal is to get as equitable as possible,” a thorough … [Read more...] about Department of Water of Power Outlines Specifics of Rate Increase in Town Hall Meeting; Next Presentation on September 19
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Sierra Club Hosts Alternative Energy Symposium at the DC on Tuesday
An Alternative Energy Symposium will be presented by the Sierra Club Big Bear Group on Tuesday, September 15 at the Big Bear Discovery Center. This free opportunity to learn about a variety of alternative energy sources, including solar and wind, will include a panel of experts; those scheduled to attend, and answer your questions, include Andora Sprecher, environmental … [Read more...] about Sierra Club Hosts Alternative Energy Symposium at the DC on Tuesday
The Winners Are In: Citizens on Patrol Volunteers Announce Winners in Annual Raffle That Generated $8,800
The Big Bear Sheriff’s Station’s Citizens on Patrol volunteers generated $8,800 in their annual raffle, proceeds of which will be used to purchase vehicles and equipment for the COP team, which serves as the “eyes and ears” of the Valley. Though the announcement of winners was scheduled to be on Channel 6 earlier in the week; instead, we have those winners here on KBHR. This … [Read more...] about The Winners Are In: Citizens on Patrol Volunteers Announce Winners in Annual Raffle That Generated $8,800
Today Is a Minimum Day at BBMS and Elementaries; BBHS Holds Friday Morning 9/11 Remembrance
Parents, today is once again a BVUSD minimum day to allow for teachers’ strategic planning, so students at Big Bear Middle School and all three elementaries, Baldwin Lane, Big Bear and North Shore, will be released early this, and every, Thursday. In other school news, students and staff at Big Bear High School will gather early tomorrow morning, to show their respect for those … [Read more...] about Today Is a Minimum Day at BBMS and Elementaries; BBHS Holds Friday Morning 9/11 Remembrance
With the Passing of Fred Ransom, Valley Loses a Local Legend Described as “The Longest Big Bear Pioneer”
With the Labor Day passing of Fred Ransom, Big Bear has lost a local legend—though, friends say, it is fitting that the 78-year-old resident of Big Bear City spent his final moments on his motorcycle, likely en route to the Teddy Bear Café, where he almost always enjoyed a late breakfast. Local historian Kim Sweet, who serves as curator for the Historical Museum with husband … [Read more...] about With the Passing of Fred Ransom, Valley Loses a Local Legend Described as “The Longest Big Bear Pioneer”