Big Bear, CA - Fireworks can be beautiful, but they can be unpredictable and deadly. Numerous fires have resulted from the use of personal fireworks, not to mention causing severe injuries to the users. Personal fireworks are illegal throughout Big Bear Valley, including “safe and sane” fireworks. In addition, all fireworks that explode, shoot into the air or move along the … [Read more...] about Personal Fireworks Illegal in Big Bear Valley
New Seat Belt Law to Impact Mountain Transit Riders Beginning July 1st
Big Bear, CA - Time to buckle up while riding the bus! July 1, 2018 is the date that the change in the Vehicle Code goes into effect. This change requires everyone 16 years or older to wear a seatbelt on all public transportation vehicles. The law also mandates that children under 16 must be secured either by a seatbelt or a child restraint that meets Federal Motor Vehicle … [Read more...] about New Seat Belt Law to Impact Mountain Transit Riders Beginning July 1st
Sheriff’s Air Rescue Team Perform Hoist Rescue After Vehicle Goes Over the Side Near Running Springs
Running Springs, CA - On Friday, June 22nd, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the crew of Air Rescue 306 was requested to assist San Bernardino County Fire Department in the area of Running Springs with the report of a traffic collision, where a vehicle went down the mountain-side. Sheriff’s Helicopter 40King4 assisted in locating the vehicle, which came to rest in dense foliage, … [Read more...] about Sheriff’s Air Rescue Team Perform Hoist Rescue After Vehicle Goes Over the Side Near Running Springs
K-9 Ellie Leads Rim of the World Search and Rescue Team to Location of a Missing Person
Crestline, CA - On Saturday, June 16th, at approximately 9:00 am, detectives from the Twin Peaks Sheriff's Station were conducting a search for a reported missing person. Detectives had recent information the missing person may have been camping in the forest near the 1000 block of Waterman Canyon Rd. in Crestline. Deputy Moyer and his K-9 partner Ellie were requested and … [Read more...] about K-9 Ellie Leads Rim of the World Search and Rescue Team to Location of a Missing Person
Big Bear Community Generously Donates Scholarships to Local Students
Big Bear, CA - Last night, 55 graduating seniors were awarded a total of $121,900 through the Steven G. Mihaylo Big Bear High School Education Foundation. Scholarships ranged from $1000 to $10,500. This endowment program consists of Corporate Sponsors and Foundation Families through a matching grant program established by Steven Mihaylo. The endowment has grown to over $2.5 … [Read more...] about Big Bear Community Generously Donates Scholarships to Local Students