UPDATE - Oak Hills, CA September 5, 2011, 8:00am - The Hill Fire is now at 100% containment. I-15 through Cajon Pass is currently open in both directions, but lanes may close periodically leading to some traffic congestion. The wildfire started at approximately 12:43pm Friday, September 3rd, in the Oak Hills area. The fire has burned 1158 acres. On Friday one firefighter was … [Read more...] about Hill Fire is 100% Contained
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Sobriety Checkpoint To Be Conducted This Labor Day Weekend
Big Bear, Ca, September 1, 2011, 3:00pm - In an effort to ensure the safe passage of each and every motorist during the Labor Day holiday weekend, the California Highway Patrol will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint on Monday, September 5th in the unincorporated mountain area of San Bernardino County. According to the CHP, a sobriety checkpoint is a proven effective tool for … [Read more...] about Sobriety Checkpoint To Be Conducted This Labor Day Weekend
UPDATE: Motorcycle Fatality Identified as Cheryl Hightower
Big Bear, CA, August 31, 2011, 7:00pm - The victim of this morning’s fatal motorcycle accident at Greenway and North Shore Drive in Big Bear City has been identified as Cheryl Hightower, 65, of Hesperia. Ms. Hightower had been a long time employee of the Snow Summit Corporation and was phasing out her employment for retirement. Additionally, the driver of the Jeep Cherokee, … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Motorcycle Fatality Identified as Cheryl Hightower
UPDATE: Fatal Motorcycle Accident
Big Bear, Ca, August 31, 2011, 3:44pm - Although the identity of the victim from this morning’s motorcycle and vehicle accident has still not been released by the San Bernardino Coroner’s office, more information is available as to the events that lead to that fatal accident. According to CHP, a female rider on a Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling westbound on North … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Fatal Motorcycle Accident
Sugarloaf Mountain: #6 Mountain To Conquer In Seven Summits Series
Big Bear, Ca, August 31, 2011, 12:00pm - Over the last four years, locals and visitors alike have been climbing the seven highest peaks in Big Bear as part of the Seven Summits of Big Bear program. The hike series that was started by local outdoor enthusiasts Heather and Ted Devito has grown over the years, shifting from a mix of locals and visitors, to this years program that … [Read more...] about Sugarloaf Mountain: #6 Mountain To Conquer In Seven Summits Series