Public safety
Mountain Fire burning near Big Bear, 55 acres reported
Federal fire data shows an active wildfire in the area, but official details on containment and evacuations remain unconfirmed.
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Edition
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Community
Friends of Big Bear Valley hits $10 million land conservation goal
A $5.5 million donation from Anna and Greg Brockman pushed the fundraiser across the finish line ahead of its deadline.
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Events
35th Annual Fun Run brings 450 classic cars — and up to 20,000 visitors — to Big Bear Village this weekend
The free three-day event runs August 7–9, with a lakeside cruise, live music, and a new exotic sports car display.
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Community
AI-generated fakes about Jackie the eagle are disrupting care at Ojai Raptor Center
The Ventura-based facility treating Big Bear's beloved bald eagle is urging the public to stop sharing fabricated content — and to give staff the space to do their work.
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Conditions
Baldwin Lake residents to get door-to-door outreach on uranium contamination in drinking water
A community interest survey this summer will help determine whether a drinking water improvement project moves forward.
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Recreation
Skyline at Sundown brings mountaintop BBQ dining to Snow Summit this August
The one-night event pairs a buffet-style dinner with live music and sunset views from the top of the mountain.
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Conditions
Heat advisory in effect for San Bernardino County Mountains through Sunday
NWS San Diego is warning of dangerous heat and potential heat illness risk through August 9.
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