Big Bear Lake, CA, March 31, 2013 - The San Bernardino National Forest has a new deputy Forest Supervisor. John Exline holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology and a Master’s Degree in Forest Resource Management. He began his Forest Service career in 1981 working in timber management at the Sequoia National Forest, where he later served as a District Ranger for 11 years. He … [Read more...] about Forest Supervisor finds new habitat
Wildfire Home Assessment & Checklist
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 30, 2013 - A dry winter in California has officials concerned that this year’s wildfire season could arrive early and have more severe impacts. Already the state has had to battle early wildfires, including a fire in Riverside County on February 28. According to the National Weather Service, many areas in Southern California, are well below the average … [Read more...] about Wildfire Home Assessment & Checklist
Jeff Willis Is Fired Up Against Teen Violence
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 29, 2013 - As one of three candidates for Man About Town, Jeff Willis is seeking votes for the cause. All votes for the candidates come in the form of dollars, and the man raising the most money at the end wins the coveted title. Man About Town is a fundraiser sponsored by Soroptimist International of Big Bear Valley. All proceeds benefit the Stop Teen … [Read more...] about Jeff Willis Is Fired Up Against Teen Violence
Marine Corps Plane Disabled At Airport
Big Bear City, CA, March 28, 2013 - According to a Federal Aviation Administration spokesman, a Marine Corps T-34 was disabled on the runway of the Big Bear City Airport yesterday afternoon. Runway 26 at the airport was closed for about an hour. The nose wheel collapsed on the US Marine Corps training plane. An instructor and a pilot were on board the single-engine plane. No … [Read more...] about Marine Corps Plane Disabled At Airport
Vietnam Veterans’ National Day Of Recognition
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 28, 2013 - American Legion Post 584 will “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans” on Saturday, March 30. The post, at 41606 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake, will put out a food spread at 3 p.m. for all veterans who served in Vietnam. Interim Commander Bill Wilson said the post celebrates the national day of recognition and looks forward to meeting Big Bear … [Read more...] about Vietnam Veterans’ National Day Of Recognition