The Conquer the Bear challenge, launched this year with February’s second annual Snowshoe the Bear, included five athletic events and, ultimately, 11 contenders, who completed races in snowshoeing, mountain biking, running and paddling. The final, daunting competition was the completion of the 26.2 mile marathon in Saturday’s Run the Bear, which was the culmination of eight … [Read more...] about Eleven Contenders Overcome Challenges to Conquer the Bear; Heather Devito and Wes Barton Take Titles in Five-Event Series
City Council Forms Sub-Committee to Potentially Amend City Charter, Allow All DWP Customers to Be Eligible for Board Appointment
Good news for Department of Water and Power customers outside of Big Bear Lake, who have long petitioned the City Council to expand appointment criteria for the DWP’s Board of Commissioners, to allow representation for the water utility’s customers in Lake Williams, Sugarloaf and Fawnskin—as, last night, Council moved forward in the process to open the requirements. Given the … [Read more...] about City Council Forms Sub-Committee to Potentially Amend City Charter, Allow All DWP Customers to Be Eligible for Board Appointment
Locals Night at Oktoberfest
Big Bear Lake's 39th annual Oktoberfest, rated Southern California's #1 Oktoberfest, runs weekends, opening at noon on Saturday & Sunday, through October 31. This special Friday run of the 'Fest is open to Big Bear Valley locals at a cost of $3, which will benefit the Big Bear Valley Historical Society. German band Die Franken Power Express will provide the music on this … [Read more...] about Locals Night at Oktoberfest
Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District Plans Upgrades for Big Bear City and Erwin Lake Parks
The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District is all about the parks this week. On Saturday, County Supervisor Neil Derry will join parks staff at what was once the former Big Bear City Park. As of September 19, the park on Greenway Drive will be re-opened to the public, with a 10am groundbreaking, to be followed by a renovation work party, as well as contests for children, … [Read more...] about Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District Plans Upgrades for Big Bear City and Erwin Lake Parks
BVUSD Seeks Applicants for Measure Q Citizens’ Oversight Committee
The Bear Valley Unified School District is looking for Valley residents to serve on the Measure Q Citizens’ Oversight Committee. The volunteer committee will keep the public informed on construction projects that fall under the Measure Q General Obligation Bonds passed by voters in 2002. They will also review expenditures and provide annual reports to the Board of Trustees. … [Read more...] about BVUSD Seeks Applicants for Measure Q Citizens’ Oversight Committee