Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - USDA Forest Service officials on the San Bernardino National Forest have confirmed the death of a firefighter on the El Dorado Fire. The incident took place on Thursday, September 17, 2020. The name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. Our deepest sympathies are with the family, friends and fellow firefighters during this … [Read more...] about Forest Service Officials Confirm Fatality
Big Bear Valley Students to Return to Classrooms
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - This week, the Bear Valley Unified School District announced that they will be bringing students back to classrooms in phases. After applying for and receiving approval for a District Waiver to return Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade students, the process will be gradual. Beginning on September 28th, Transitional Kinder students will … [Read more...] about Big Bear Valley Students to Return to Classrooms
A Letter From Rusty Gregory, CEO, Alterra Mountain Company
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - According to Rusty Gregory, CEO of Alterra Mountain Company since last winter’s resort closures, teams have been working to develop operating plans and protocols designed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. They are intently focused on complying with local, county, and state regulations and offering the best guest experience possible for the 20/21 … [Read more...] about A Letter From Rusty Gregory, CEO, Alterra Mountain Company
BVES, Inc. Power Outage on 9/14/20
Big Bear News, Big Bear, CA - Last night at approximately 5:30pm, the lights went out throughout the Big Bear Valley affecting all communities. According to Paul Marconi, General Manager for Bear Valley Electric Service, Inc., crews were quickly able to locate the fault and reroute lines to restore power to most of their customers by 6pm. Power was fully restored to all Big … [Read more...] about BVES, Inc. Power Outage on 9/14/20
Travel Advisory for Big Bear Visitors
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Fire and law enforcement officials have jointly issued an advisory encouraging visitors to postpone their trip to Big Bear for the next several days in response to circumstances surrounding the El Dorado Fire. Additionally, in a message to residents and visitors of Big Bear Lake and surrounding mountain communities, Big Bear Lake … [Read more...] about Travel Advisory for Big Bear Visitors