San Bernardino County Supervisor Neil Derry recently added a section to his website to include links to various programs and information for constituents negatively impacted by the economic downturn. The webpage can be found via sbcounty.gov/bosd3/ The “Other Assistance Programs” section includes information about assistance programs available at various utilities, job training … [Read more...] about Supervisor Derry Provides Links to Resources on County Website; Specifics Geared to Those in Economic Need
Firefighter Ricky Seward Takes Gold in Boxing Competition
Firefighter/Paramedic Ricky Seward came home with a gold medal after representing the Big Bear City Fire Department at the Western States Police and Fire Games last week. He had three bouts in the middleweight boxing division on Monday, Wednesday and Friday--and finally won his decisive victory Friday (June 19) with a third-round knockout. The annual competition took place at … [Read more...] about Firefighter Ricky Seward Takes Gold in Boxing Competition
Special Event Permit Granted to Run the Bear Marathon, Coming to Big Bear Lake on September 12
The Run the Bear Big Bear Lake Marathon is officially a go for September 12, given special event approval granted by the City of Big Bear Lake’s Planning Commission in their meeting this week. The Public Hearing with regard to Run the Bear, according to the City’s Director of Planning Jim Miller, “Went pretty smoothly. The Lighthouse Project has a circulation plan all worked … [Read more...] about Special Event Permit Granted to Run the Bear Marathon, Coming to Big Bear Lake on September 12
Coach Jack Oksnee to Be Remembered in June 27 Celebration at Big Bear High School
Long beloved Big Bear High School teacher Jack Oksnee, who retired in the '90s after teaching countless students to drive—both behind the wheel and on the golf course—will be remembered in a celebration of life scheduled for next Saturday, June 27 at 4pm. The celebration will be held at the Big Bear High School gym, just off the Oksnee Strip, the campus side street named for … [Read more...] about Coach Jack Oksnee to Be Remembered in June 27 Celebration at Big Bear High School