Big Bear, CA, August 22, 2013 - The Verizon telephone system is down in Running Springs, Arrowbear and Big Bear. The cause is unknown. According to Jeff Willis, Big Bear Fire Chief, the Verizon failure has also prompted the "911" emergency system to be down. Residents in need of "911" emergency service are advised to call 1-800-340-9110 until the problem is isolated and … [Read more...] about Verizon Experiencing Problems – 911 Emergency System is Down – Alternate Number Available
School District Opens CNG Fueling Station
Big Bear Lake, 2013— Bear Valley Unified has become the latest California school district to build a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fueling station at its transportation facility. The groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for August 22nd at 4:00 p.m. at 44548 Baldwin Lane Road in Sugarloaf. The District’s present fleet of school buses now includes five that run on CNG; through … [Read more...] about School District Opens CNG Fueling Station
Hospital Participates in YouTube Phenomenon
Big Bear Lake, CA, August 2, 2013 - In 2009, 200 hospital workers in Oregon put on pink gloves and danced in support of breast cancer awareness and prevention. The video garnered nearly 14 million views on YouTube® and inspired hundreds of videos across the country. This year, Bear Valley Community Hospital will compete in the Medline Pink Glove Dance Video Competition to win … [Read more...] about Hospital Participates in YouTube Phenomenon
U.S. Asst. Secretary of Preparedness and Response to Speak at Tonight’s COAD Meeting
Big Bear City, CA, August 19, 2013 -- The Big Bear Valley Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) will have a community meeting from 6:30 to 7:30 tonight at the United Methodist Church, located at 1001 Holden Avenue (North Shore & Holden) in Big Bear City. The guest speaker will be Robin Bishop, Section Chief for U.S. Department of Health and Human Services … [Read more...] about U.S. Asst. Secretary of Preparedness and Response to Speak at Tonight’s COAD Meeting
Retired Marine Honors Landaker With Ride Around Big Bear Lake, Cyclists Invited
Big Bear Lake, CA, August 16, 2013 - Retired Marine Corps CH-46 pilot Jennifer Marino is riding her bike across the United States in honor of all Gold Star Families, who have lost a son or daughter in service of our country. Marino completed more than 15 years of service herself. Combining her goal of riding cross-country with her desire to celebrate and remember the lives of … [Read more...] about Retired Marine Honors Landaker With Ride Around Big Bear Lake, Cyclists Invited