Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has initiated a $3.5 million Director’s Order to begin an emergency project to repair damages to State Route 38 (SR 38) as the result of the El Dorado wildfire. The project limits are from Thurman Flats to Glass Road. The project began on Friday, October 2. The work will stabilize slopes, … [Read more...] about Caltrans to Conduct Rock Scaling on State Route 38 Due to El Dorado Fire
The Tribute to Dick Kun Bronze Unveiled
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - On Saturday afternoon at Snow Summit following the Ski Education Foundation fundraiser, the unveiling of the larger than life bronze took place. Simeon Prophet, Loren Hafen and Rick Herrick spearheaded the efforts to get community support, find a fitting location, commissioning artist Ron Pekar, and raising nearly $100,000.00 to complete the … [Read more...] about The Tribute to Dick Kun Bronze Unveiled
Phase One of the Maple Hills Trails Complex is Now Open to the Public
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The first of three trails in the Maple Hills Trails Complex is now open for public use in Big Bear. Adding to the extensive trail network in the San Bernardino Mountains, the Maple Hills Trail Complex will provide outdoor hiking, biking, and nature walks. The new trail will give residents a new area of the Valley to explore. The High School … [Read more...] about Phase One of the Maple Hills Trails Complex is Now Open to the Public
State Route 330 Full Closure October 20 and 21
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) iscontinuing construction on State Route 330 (SR-330). Crews will continue to repair the culvert located at Postmile 39.6. For worker and equipment safety, SR-330 will be closed in both directions on Tuesday, October 20, and Wednesday October 21, at Live Oak Dr, in Running Springs and Highland … [Read more...] about State Route 330 Full Closure October 20 and 21
Big Bear Lake DWP Wins WaterSense® Partner of the Year Award
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized The City of Big Bear Lake Department of Water and Power (BBLDWP) with a 2020 WaterSense Partner of the Year Award for promoting WaterSense and water efficiency in 2019. Sierra Orr, Public Information Supervisor for for the DWP said, “We feel really honored to have won. In a year … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake DWP Wins WaterSense® Partner of the Year Award