As of this afternoon [January 14], the Big Bear Sheriff's Station is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing person within the Big Bear Valley. Per the just-issued [at 1:30pm] press release: “The subject is Mike Markos, a 49-year-old resident of Big Bear City. Markos is 5’10” tall, weighs 165 lbs., with grey hair and blue eyes. Markos left the area of Elysian … [Read more...] about Missing: Sheriff’s Department Seeking Information on Whereabouts of Mike Markos of Big Bear City (Update: Found!)
Six American Bald Eagles Now Spotted in the Big Bear Valley, Per U.S. Forest Service Count
The eagles have landed here in the Big Bear Valley—in fact, another two were spotted in the areas surrounding Big Bear Lake and Baldwin Lake since the U.S. Forest Service count in December. As of this weekend’s American bald eagle census count for our area, six eagles (three adults and three juveniles) were counted by biologists with the San Bernardino National Forest and 33 … [Read more...] about Six American Bald Eagles Now Spotted in the Big Bear Valley, Per U.S. Forest Service Count
Celebration of Life for Ted Fashempour to Be Held at the PAC on January 24
The family of Ted Fashempour have planned his memorial service, to take place on Sunday, January 24 at 11am at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center. It was in the early morning hours of January 2, just days after his 56th birthday, that Fashempour, husband to Paula, with whom he owned the Little Green House Florist, passed at Loma Linda University Medical Center. It was in … [Read more...] about Celebration of Life for Ted Fashempour to Be Held at the PAC on January 24
Wind Advisory in Effect for the San Bernardino Mountains Through 2pm Thursday (Update: Friday, Too)
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the San Bernardino mountains, meaning that winds of 35 miles per hour are expected today. This Wind Advisory remains in effect until 2pm this afternoon, and may make driving difficult, especially for those in high profile vehicles. Motorists are advised to use extra caution, and watch for downed power lines and tree … [Read more...] about Wind Advisory in Effect for the San Bernardino Mountains Through 2pm Thursday (Update: Friday, Too)
Songs of World War II Concert at the PAC
Local songstresses Nancy Walker, Kim Boda and Elena Peavy, joined by musicians on piano, bass, drums and saxophone, will be featured in "Sentimental Journey: The Songs of World War II, a Tribute to America's Troops" at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $20, and $50 tickets include a VIP champagne reception prior to the concert. The concert is sponsored by … [Read more...] about Songs of World War II Concert at the PAC