The Big Bear Library had been scheduled for a remodel in September, but the new circulation desk had not yet been available from the manufacturer—but now, six months later, plans are in the works to close the library as of Thursday, April 2, so refurbishing can begin. When the remodel was first scheduled by the San Bernardino County Library System, Head Librarian Pamela Heiman … [Read more...] about Six Months Later, Big Bear Library Remodel to Begin; New Circulation Desk to Be Installed During April 2-21 Closure
East Valley to Receive Firewise Community Distinction at This Evening’s CSD Meeting
The Big Bear City area will be recognized with the Firewise Community distinction during a presentation at this evening’s regular third-Monday meeting of the Board of Directors of the Big Bear City Community Services District. The meeting, which begins at 5:30pm, will be held at the CSD offices at 139 E. Big Bear Bouevard. The district’s Environment Committee, which includes … [Read more...] about East Valley to Receive Firewise Community Distinction at This Evening’s CSD Meeting
Seven Eagles on Big Bear Vacation
On Saturday March 14th, the final bald eagle count of the winter was conducted by local Federal and State biologists and volunteers around lakes in the San Bernardino and San Jacinto Mountains. During beautiful weather conditions, large numbers of volunteers turned out for a chance to see one of our magnificent national birds. The effort was successful in tallying the bald … [Read more...] about Seven Eagles on Big Bear Vacation
Family Loses Dogs in Fire
The cause is still under investigation in Saturday’s structure fire in the Fox Farm area. The home in the 15000 block of Avalon sustained damage of $300,000. The residents were out at the time of the blaze. A neighbor entered the smoke-filled house to rescue a pet bird but was not able to save the household’s two dogs. … [Read more...] about Family Loses Dogs in Fire
Ben Reeder and Brianna Piper Take Top Spots in Victor Alvarez GS Competition
Saturday was the 13th annual Victor Alvarez Memorial Race, a fundraiser for the Snow Summit Junior Race Team. In the men’s division, Thad Epting took 4th place, Kyle Wormsbecker took 3rd, Scott Womack landed in 2nd and Ben Reeder came out on top to earn a $500 prize. Brianna Piper was the female champion, taking home $400. She was followed by Sarah Schacht in 2nd, Stephanie … [Read more...] about Ben Reeder and Brianna Piper Take Top Spots in Victor Alvarez GS Competition