Big Bear Valley, CA -- Last week’s storms were epic, in that we received five feet of snow in the Big Bear Valley, prompting a state of emergency to be declared by the County of San Bernardino. Though we had a beautiful, sunny weekend, many of us (if not most of us) have gone hours or even days without power, phone, cable, Internet, water and transportation. In terms of power … [Read more...] about Big Bear Valley in Recovery from Epic Storm; Monday Morning Update on Power, Roads, Schools, Mail, Emergency Shelter
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Snow Day! Friday Closures and Cancellations (and Some Openings) for the Big Bear Valley
Big Bear Valley, CA -- This epic storm has resulted in a number of closures and cancellations: Among these, Bear Mountain Resort is closed today [Friday, January 22], though Bear Mountain lift tickets and season passes are being honored at Snow Summit, which certainly has a resort full of fresh powder for skiers and riders. MARTA transportation services are not available … [Read more...] about Snow Day! Friday Closures and Cancellations (and Some Openings) for the Big Bear Valley
Big Bear Receives Over a Foot of New Snow Since Yesterday, Prompting School Closures and Other Cancellations
Big Bear Valley, CA -- Our third storm of the week is officially here, accounting for more than a foot of new snow since yesterday, and bringing our seasonal snow levels to 44 inches and counting [as of 8am January 21]. Today’s storm comes with a Winter Storm Warning from the National Weather Service, accounting for heavy snow continuing into Friday. Yesterday evening’s snow … [Read more...] about Big Bear Receives Over a Foot of New Snow Since Yesterday, Prompting School Closures and Other Cancellations
The Wednesday Morning Update: More Snow, More School, More Meetings
Big Bear Valley, CA -- Valley-wide snow totals are now at 31 inches for the season, given the addition of six inches of snow (though more than a foot atop the ski resorts!) this week. Despite yesterday's snowfall, school is in session for all BVUSD students today. However, school buses may be running a little behind schedule today, given road conditions. (which, as of Wednesday … [Read more...] about The Wednesday Morning Update: More Snow, More School, More Meetings
County and School District Partner to Offer Free H1N1 Flu Vaccine Next Monday
The H1N1 flu vaccine will now be available—and locally--for all those over the age of six months who want to get vaccinated. The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health, in conjunction with the Bear Valley Unified School District, will be offering the H1N1 vaccine free of charge on Monday, January 25. The free opportunity takes place at the Meadow Park offices of the … [Read more...] about County and School District Partner to Offer Free H1N1 Flu Vaccine Next Monday