Big Bear Lake, CA, July 1, 2013 - The investment firm Edward Jones has awarded their Ted Jones Entrepreneurial Award to Jamie Wolcott for her exceptional achievement in building client relationships. Wolcott said it was an honor to be recognized, and added, "It is also quite inspirational to receive an award named after a firm legend such as Ted Jones who was so innovative … [Read more...] about Jamie Wolcott Receives Edward Jones Award
Highway 38 Fully Opened and Crews Continue to Improve Mill Fire Line
Yucaipa, CA, June 29, 2013 - As of 8am this morning, Highway 38 completely re-opened eliminating the need for the detour through Oak Glen put into place last night as a result of the Mill Fire. CAL Fire was assigned to the Mill Fire and crews continue to battle the blaze which has remained at 350 acres overnight and is at 20% containment as of this morning. The Mill Fire … [Read more...] about Highway 38 Fully Opened and Crews Continue to Improve Mill Fire Line
Keep Canines Cool as Temperatures Rise
Big Bear Lake, CA, June 29, 2013 - With record heat expected in Big Bear over the next few days, the San Bernardino County Animal Care & Control Program reminds pet owners to be extra watchful of pets. Pets are vulnerable to high temperatures, especially during a heat wave, and are unable to cool down their bodies as humans can. Animals left outside in high heat … [Read more...] about Keep Canines Cool as Temperatures Rise
CAL Fire Reaching Containment on Mill Fire
Yucaipa, CA, June 28, 2013 - As of 7pm, CAL Fire has reached 5% containment on the Mill Fire that has grown to 350 acres. Additional hand crews have been ordered for tonight to work on the fire line and excellent progress is being made by fire personnel. The fire still remains as no threat to the Big Bear Valley. … [Read more...] about CAL Fire Reaching Containment on Mill Fire
Mill Fire Update and Highway 38 Re-Opens with Detour
Yucaipa, CA, June 28, 2013 - Cal Fire, the agency assigned to the Mill Fire, is reporting the fire to be remaining at 200 plus acres with no containment. An evacuation was ordered earlier this afternoon for north of Carter and west of Bryant in the areas of Mentone and Yucaipa. One house was partially damaged due to the fire. Highway 38 has re-opened in both directions with … [Read more...] about Mill Fire Update and Highway 38 Re-Opens with Detour