Big Bear Lake posts agenda for Oct. 21 special City Council meeting
The City of Big Bear Lake has published an agenda for a Special City Council Meeting dated Oct. 21, 2026.
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Traffic collision reported at Big Bear Boulevard and Fox Farm Road
The California Highway Patrol's dispatch log lists an open collision with unknown injuries on Highway 18 at Fox Farm Road in Big Bear Lake.
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Traffic hazard reported on Big Bear Boulevard at SR-18/SR-38 near Arrowhead
The California Highway Patrol's dispatch log shows an open traffic hazard on Big Bear Boulevard where State Routes 18 and 38 meet, in the Arrowhead area.
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Wings Over Big Bear: How the valley honored Jackie the bald eagle
Visit Big Bear and a coalition of local groups held a community celebration for the fallen bald eagle at Bear Mountain Resort on Oct. 3, and a recording of the livestream is available online.
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Traffic collision reported at Summit and Big Bear boulevards in Big Bear Lake
A fire dispatch log lists a collision with unknown injuries at the intersection of Summit Boulevard and Big Bear Boulevard.
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Water district OKs Moonridge hotel drainage easement, backs leaving old gas line in Big Bear Lake
The Big Bear Municipal Water District board voted 4-0 on Sept. 17 to let the Moonridge Hotel project drain stormwater across district land near Rathbun Creek, and endorsed a plan to abandon an old Southwest Gas pipeline on the lakebed.
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County's latest Rowe Report highlights Big Bear Lake traffic-flow partnership
The Third District newsletter says San Bernardino County partnered with the City of Big Bear Lake to improve traffic flow for local drivers, though the summary gives no project details.
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What killed Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle: multiple diseases, with rat poison found
Officials say testing found rat poison in Jackie's system, but they do not believe it was the main cause of her illness or death, and her mate Shadow remains in the valley.
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Potential power shutoff possible Friday for west end of Big Bear Valley
Bear Valley Electric Service says high winds and fire danger could trigger a noon-to-6 p.m. Public Safety Power Shutoff for customers from Metcalf Bay to Fawnskin, though no outage is scheduled.
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New residential trash collection schedule starts Oct. 12 in Big Bear Lake
The City of Big Bear Lake and Big Bear Disposal, Inc. will spread residential pickup days more evenly under a schedule that takes effect Monday, October 12, 2026.
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Big Bear offense explodes for 501 yards in 30–13 win over Pacific
The Grizzlies' offense put up a dominant all-around performance to hand Pacific High School a lopsided loss.
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Rep. Obernolte's mobile office visits Big Bear Lake City Hall on Nov. 9
Field Representative Corrine Mora will be on hand the second Monday of each month to answer constituent questions.
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Big Bear Lake City Council, Fire Protection District, and Sheriff's Assembly to hold joint meeting Oct. 14
The three bodies will convene together for their regular meeting, with an agenda packet now available for residents to review.
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A $15 million Big Bear Lake listing aims to set a town sales record — but what does ultra-luxury mean for the valley?
Actress Lindsey Gort and restaurateur Beau Laughlin are asking $15 million for Waterview, a newly built lakefront estate on the lot where the 1983 film "WarGames" was shot — a price that would shatter Big Bear's residential sales record if it closes.
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Team Rubicon volunteers fell 350-plus fire-scarred trees near Big Bear's Skyline Road
The veteran-led disaster response group is targeting dead trees left by the Radford and Line fires to cut wildfire fuel and open firefighter access along South Shore trails.
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Power outage hits Big Bear Village area with no restoration time given
Big Bear Valley Electric Service says an unplanned outage struck some Village customers around 3 p.m. Tuesday, and crews have not been able to estimate when power will return.
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Big Bear Alpine Zoo mourns three flying squirrels — Lichen, Truffles, and Juniper
The zoo announced Sunday the loss of all three of its flying squirrels, including Lichen, who had been battling an untreatable tumor behind her eye.
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Big Bear Lake's Design Control Authority to hold hearing on portable commercial signs
The DCA has scheduled a public hearing for October 14, 2026, to take up rules governing A-frame, sandwich-board, and other portable signs that many local businesses rely on to draw foot traffic.
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Big Bear Lake trash pickup schedule changing Oct. 12, with Thursday service eliminated
Many residential routes will shift to new collection days under a rebalanced Monday–Friday schedule — here's how to find out when your pickup moves.
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Fire reported near Eagles Nest Road and Meadow Circle North in Big Bear Lake
The Big Bear Lake Fire Department's dispatch log recorded an "unknown type fire" at the intersection on October 4, 2026.
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Jackie the bald eagle honored with a California state day — and a permanent memorial in Fawnskin
The California State Senate unanimously passed Senate Resolution 140, proclaiming September 4, 2026, as California Wildlife Day in memory of Big Bear's beloved bald eagle, as the community gathers to mark her legacy.
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Minor collision reported at Big Bear Boulevard and Fox Farm Road
CHP logged a no-injury crash at the SR-18 and Fox Farm Road intersection on October 1, 2026; the roadway remained open.
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Bear Valley Electric seeks 32% rate hike, citing wildfire safety upgrades
BVES has filed a general rate case with the CPUC requesting $24.41 million in additional annual revenue for 2027–2030 — a move that would raise the average Big Bear residential electric bill by about $17 a month starting next year.
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Big Bear Lake City Council to hold special meeting Sept. 30
The council has scheduled a special session, though the agenda items have not yet been made public.
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Big Bear Lake's hidden history: a submerged 1884 dam and a bold claim to fame
The lake that draws millions of visitors is actually a reservoir with a single-arch granite dam beneath its surface — one that a local historical marker once called the world's largest man-made lake.
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BVUSD calls special board meeting for October 1
The Bear Valley Unified School District has scheduled a special board meeting at 11:00 AM on October 1, 2026, with the full agenda available online.
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Big Bear Lake DWP schedules regular adjourned meeting for Sept. 29
The Big Bear Lake Department of Water and Power has posted an agenda for a regular adjourned meeting on September 29, 2026, though agenda details have not been made available.
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Life-size carving of Jackie unveiled in Fawnskin as community mourns beloved bald eagle
Park owner Mike Wayman renamed Fawn Park to Fawnskin Freedom Park and dedicated a 9/11 I-beam alongside the carving — while a second, separately organized tribute from Friends of Big Bear Valley and Visit Big Bear is set for Oct. 3.
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Traveling Vietnam Wall brings a moment of remembrance to Ski Beach Park
A full-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial visited Big Bear Lake on September 25, giving veterans, students, and residents a rare chance to see 58,000 names — including those of people from this valley — without making the trip to Washington, D.C.
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Big Bear Lake City Council votes 3-2 to find way to control DWP without changing city charter
A council majority directed staff to seek oversight of the Department of Water and Power through means other than a charter amendment, even after the city attorney said a charter change is the only path to dissolving the DWP Board.
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PSPS watch extended: Big Bear power shutoff window now runs through early Monday
The potential outage period has grown — SCE's Public Safety Power Shutoff window for Bear Valley Electric Service customers now stretches from 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 through 3 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28, and strong winds could push it even further into next week.
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Big Bear man arrested in nearly 20-year-old cold case murder of his wife
Jeff Maiorca, 53, was booked into Big Bear Jail on September 21 after DNA analysis identified remains found in a Forest Road crawlspace as those of Jill Maiorca, who was reported missing from Big Bear Lake in 2007.
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Big Bear Chamber hosting free candidates forum Sept. 24 — but which races are on the agenda?
The 2026 Local Candidates Forum gives Big Bear Valley residents a chance to question local candidates in person or via Zoom, though the chamber has not yet released which seats or candidates will participate.
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Free curbside chipping deadline extended to October 11 for Big Bear area residents
The Mountain Rim Fire Safe Council pushed back its 2026 registration cutoff after a surge of county fire-abatement notices left many property owners scrambling to clear brush before the original deadline.
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Power outage hits Alpine Slide and Metcalf Bay area Wednesday morning
Big Bear Valley Electric Service says most homes have been restored, but a small number of customers in the Metcalf Bay area remain without power as of 9:15 a.m.
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Jackie, Big Bear Valley's beloved bald eagle, has died
The eagle, who hatched at Big Bear Lake in 2012, drew a global following and became a symbol of local wildlife conservation over her 13-year life.
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Breakthrough Task Force offering free pouches to safely dispose of unused prescription pills
The organization says the pouches deactivate leftover medications, keeping them out of the wrong hands and away from Big Bear's watershed.
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Big Bear High School holds its first-ever Athletic Hall of Fame induction
Seven honorees were recognized at the inaugural ceremony at Destination Big Bear, drawing a crowd of roughly 120 people to celebrate the school's athletic legacy.
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Kodiak Ultra Marathon planned for Big Bear Lake area October 8–11, 2026
A special event application for the multi-day ultramarathon has been filed with the city, signaling a fall race that could bring visitors — and temporary trail or road impacts — to the valley.
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BBMWD board approves second radio repeater to close east-end coverage gap
The Big Bear Municipal Water District board also cleared a failover server purchase and heard a state algal bloom advisory at its September 3 meeting.
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BBMWD board greenlights pilot program for boaters who stay out after hours
The Big Bear Municipal Water District will test a modified "Blue Card" process letting recreational boaters leave their trailers overnight in district lots when they can't make it back before launch ramp gates close.
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DIY Home Center and zoo friends grow a three-year partnership — one donated plant at a time
Friends of the Big Bear Alpine Zoo and DIY Home Center have spent three years turning unsellable plants into zoo beautification and fresh produce for the animals.
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A consultant's report says Big Bear Fire Authority is understaffed and its governance agreement is broken
A preliminary review by Citygate Associates found the Fire Authority runs with fewer than two-thirds the crew members needed at a single house fire, and its 50/50 cost-sharing deal no longer reflects who lives here.
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WON Big Bear Troutfest returns to Big Bear Marina in September 2026
The two-day fishing competition, organized by Western Outdoor News, features cash prizes, trophies, and thousands of pounds of freshly stocked trout across a full weekend of angling at Big Bear Lake.
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Big Bear Bears win homecoming game against Verbum Dei
The Big Bear High School football team secured a homecoming victory, according to the school's Grizzly News — though full game details have not yet been confirmed.
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Bears roll Verbum Dei 55-0 in homecoming blowout
Senior Elijah Ramirez scored four touchdowns and sophomore QB Ryder Prudhomme was near-perfect as Big Bear High made its homecoming a lopsided affair, improving to 3-1 on the season.
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Big Bear Fire Authority heads toward October vote on $12.9M budget, with staffing tensions on the table
Directors unanimously agreed to hold a public hearing on October 13 to consider the joint agency's final spending plan — but disagreements over a $700,000 sales projection and ongoing station brownouts are casting doubt on whether the budget will solve the fire department's staffing crunch.
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Big Bear Chamber to host 2026 Local Candidates Forum on Sept. 24
The free, three-hour event at Destination Big Bear will let residents hear directly from candidates seeking seats on local boards and agencies — but which races will be represented has not yet been announced.
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CHP assisting Caltrans maintenance crew on Big Bear Boulevard at SR-18
An active incident near 40870 Big Bear Blvd may affect traffic in the area.
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Big Bear Mountain Resort hosting job fair Sept. 19 with openings across all three mountains
The resort is filling seasonal roles at Snow Summit, Bear Mountain, and Snow Valley, with starting pay at $19 an hour and season passes included.
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BBMWD board to weigh launch ramp window replacement and temporary easement for Moonridge hotel project
The Big Bear Municipal Water District board meets September 17 to consider a nearly $7,900 window replacement at the West Public Launch Ramp and a temporary drainage easement across District land for a new Moonridge hotel development.
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Obernolte mobile office returns to Big Bear Lake City Hall on Oct. 12
Field Representative Corrine Mora will be available at the Chalet Conference Room from 3 to 5 PM to answer constituent questions — and the session is free to attend.
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Big Bear Lake Planning Commission meets September 16
The commission's regular monthly meeting is scheduled for Sept. 16, 2026, though an agenda with specific items has not yet been published.
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Showtime Collision opens in Big Bear Lake, will give a refurbished Subaru to a local Army veteran
The third-generation, family-owned shop is expanding from Running Springs to Big Bear Lake with a free public grand opening Saturday that includes a car show, raffle, and a vehicle donation through the NABC Recycled Rides program.
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Big Bear lake district to workshop a plan for after-hours boating access
The Big Bear Municipal Water District will hold a special board meeting September 11 to debate whether night anglers and late-staying boaters could get a vessel band to legally remain on the lake past the current ramp-closing time.
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BBMWD to hold special meeting on after-hours banding process at Big Bear Lake
The Big Bear Municipal Water District will dedicate a Friday workshop session entirely to discussing how the lake's after-hours banding process works — and potentially how it could change.
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Big Bear Lake drops seven inches year-over-year as water district board tackles dam inspection, Boulder Bay safety concerns
The lake stood at 63'8" on August 20 — seven inches lower than a year ago — as boat launches trail last year's pace and a YMCA camp director asked the board to consider a no-wake zone in Boulder Bay.
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$5.5M Brockman donation seals $10M campaign to buy Moon Camp shoreline at Big Bear Lake
OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman and his wife Anna pushed a five-month community fundraiser past its goal, blocking a luxury development on the last undisturbed shoreline on the lake.
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Henry Delgado, 90, NASA JPL propulsion engineer and Big Bear Lake resident, dies
A Detroit-born Air Force veteran whose aerospace career spanned landmark space missions, Delgado will be celebrated at a Celebration of Life in Big Bear Lake on September 22.
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Supervisor Rowe's latest newsletter highlights Big Bear Lake job fair, Blue Jay Jazz Festival
The Third District's Rowe Report rounds up upcoming events and county services across San Bernardino County, with a Big Bear Valley focus on the approaching Job and Resource Fair.
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Big Bear Lake is hosting a drone show on Labor Day weekend
A drone show is scheduled for September 6, 2026, at 439 Pineknot Ave in Big Bear Lake, capping off the holiday weekend with a lights-in-the-sky spectacle in the Village.
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Shadow spotted with new eagle companion KD1, just a week after Jackie's death
Fans watching the Friends of Big Bear Valley's live nest cam are buzzing about whether the bald eagle nicknamed "KayDee" could become Shadow's new mate — and what that would mean for the nest in Fawnskin.
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Big Bear Fire Department board meeting cancelled; no new date announced
The Big Bear Fire Department Board of Directors has cancelled a scheduled meeting, with no rescheduled date provided in the notice.
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Heat advisory: San Bernardino County warns of dangerous temperatures this week
The county is urging residents to stay cool, hydrate, and check on vulnerable neighbors as temperatures climb through the week of September 6.
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Toxic algae confirmed throughout Big Bear Lake: what residents and visitors need to know
State officials have confirmed harmful algal blooms across Big Bear Lake, and the toxins they produce are dangerous enough to hospitalize people and kill pets — here's what to watch for and how to stay safe.
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Pilot seriously injured after plane stalls and crashes east of Big Bear Airport
A Steen Skybolt experimental aircraft went down in a field Thursday evening shortly after departing Big Bear Airport, prompting a helicopter airlift and a federal investigation — and raising familiar questions about the challenges of flying in and out of the high-altitude mountain airport.
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Worker killed in Big Bear hit-and-run; 89-year-old driver arrested
A roadway worker was struck and killed on Big Bear Boulevard on Monday morning, and the driver — an 89-year-old — was taken into custody after fleeing the scene.
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Big Bear Fire Authority budget is one vote away from final approval
Both Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake have separately passed fire authority budgets — but the department can't spend the money until their leaders convene together as the full board and take a final joint vote.
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Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest returns for its 56th year starting September 12
The mountain festival blends German traditions with Southern California fun — including live music and mechanical bull riding — at the Convention Center of Big Bear Lake.
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Dr. Norman Eric Johnson, longtime Big Bear Lake physician and hospital administrator, dies at 78
Dr. Johnson helped build Bear Valley Community Hospital into a cornerstone of mountain healthcare after arriving in Big Bear Lake in 1977.
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BBHS Athletic Hall of Fame names its inaugural class of seven
An Olympian, a pioneering football coach, a beloved photojournalist, and four others will be honored at a September 11 dinner at Destination Big Bear — with ticket sales closing September 8.
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Game of SK8 returns to Sugarloaf Skatepark for seventh year, but key details remain thin
Big Bear's annual youth skateboarding and scooter competition ran on Aug. 8 — here's what we know, and what's still missing from the public record.
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Rodeo cowboy and country singer Brian Gaylord brings free concert to Big Bear Rodeo opening night
The California-raised performer — who competes in PRCA rodeo and records with a Nashville producer — headlines the free opening-night show on Sept. 4 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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Big Bear's volunteer pet food pantry keeps local pets fed between paychecks
Founded five years ago and now run entirely on community donations, the Big Bear Community Pet Food Pantry distributes hundreds of pounds of dog and cat food each month at two valley locations — and it needs your help to keep going.
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Big Bear Antique Car Club Fun Run brings 500+ classics — and a $2M boost — to the Village
The annual two-day event fills Pine Knot Avenue with muscle cars, hot rods, and vintage roadsters while funding scholarships and local nonprofits.
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Jackie's remains will go to the National Eagle Repository after her death at 14
After the beloved Big Bear bald eagle died on August 9, 2026, federal law sets the course for what happens next — her feathers and remains will be distributed to federally recognized tribes for cultural and ceremonial use.
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Home fully engulfed in fire on Aspen Drive; quick response prevents spread to nearby properties
Big Bear Fire Department, CAL FIRE, and the U.S. Forest Service knocked down a residential blaze at 1209 Aspen Drive in under 20 minutes on Saturday afternoon, saving neighboring homes from a fire that had already jumped into surrounding vegetation.
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Can Jackie's remains come home? Big Bear petition faces a complicated federal law
Community members are asking federal authorities for a rare exemption to keep the beloved bald eagle's remains in Big Bear Valley — but the law that routes them elsewhere exists to protect a sacred Native American right.
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Big Bear Lake's 3rd Annual Boat Parade of Lights returns Labor Day weekend with a drone show finale
The free waterfront event on Sunday, September 6th features dozens of illuminated vessels along the south shore followed by a synchronized drone show over Pine Knot Marina.
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Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle, dies at 14 after weeks of treatment
The first bald eagle known to hatch in Big Bear Valley in modern history, Jackie drew millions of viewers to her Jeffrey pine nest and became a symbol of the valley's wild character — her death leaves a quiet nest and an uncertain future for her mate, Shadow.
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Big Bear football 2026: A new QB, two injured players, and a first-year coach's early optimism
Sophomore Ryder Prudhomme steps in under center as Big Bear High opens its 2026 season without two-year starter Mason Duprey, who is facing knee surgery.
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Game of SK8 turns seven: Big Bear youth shred Sugarloaf Skatepark in annual competition
Breakthrough Task Force's drug-free skateboarding event drew competitors as young as 5 to Sugarloaf Skatepark on August 8, with returning champion Trey Lanza sweeping the advanced division and Best Trick honors.
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Big Bear Lake signals intent to amend its conflict of interest code
The city has issued a formal notice of intention to update the rules governing financial disclosures and potential conflicts for city officials and designated employees.
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Big Bear football opens season with dominant 56-7 win over Long Beach Cabrillo
The Grizzlies rolled past the Ranchers in a nonleague blowout at home, with the program declaring itself back on track.
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California Senate honors Jackie the bald eagle with official day of remembrance
A resolution passed August 28 designates September 4 as a day to remember Big Bear's beloved bald eagle, whose fans spanned the globe.
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Big Bear Lake driver arrested after road worker killed on Highway 38
A Riverside man working on State Highway 38 was struck and killed Monday, and the driver — a Big Bear Lake resident — was arrested at the scene, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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Big Bear High School to host 9/11 remembrance ceremony on 25th anniversary
Friends of BBHS is inviting the public to a first responder salute and remembrance event at 6:15 a.m. on September 11 in the high school quad.
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Big Bear Lake city council to hold public hearing on pizza restaurant and Turkey Trot event Sept. 16
Residents will have a chance to weigh in at the September 16 hearing, though details on both proposals remain limited ahead of the meeting.
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Construction worker killed in State Route 38 hit-and-run; Big Bear Lake man, 90, arrested
Donald Parker faces voluntary manslaughter and hit-and-run charges after CHP says he drove through a construction zone cone pattern, struck and fatally injured Edgar Chavez, then fled the scene.
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Traffic collision reported at SR-330 and I-210 interchange near Big Bear access route
CHP has responded to a crash at the SR-330 and I-210 junction in San Bernardino, a key gateway for travelers heading to and from Big Bear Valley.
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Big Bear Theatre Project brings "A Ghost Story of Christmas" back to the Performing Arts Center in December
Beth Wheat's annual reimagining of A Christmas Carol runs four nights this winter, but ticket details and what makes this year's version distinct could not be confirmed from the promotional listing alone.
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Big Bair Takeover brings classic Volkswagen car show to Big Bear Lake in October
The Black Sunday Aircooled & Volksstyle Car Club is hosting a full day of vintage VWs, trophies, raffles, and family fun at the Holiday Inn Resort on Saturday, October 3.
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Tropical storm watch: a potential hurricane could bring heavy rain to Big Bear over Labor Day weekend
A tropical system off Mexico's coast has a 90% chance of becoming a hurricane, and forecasters say even a weakened storm could dump significant rainfall on the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Two SpaceX rocket launches this week could light up Big Bear's night sky
SpaceX is sending up Falcon 9 rockets from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Wednesday and Sunday mornings — both visible to Californians, including mountain residents with some of the best dark skies in Southern California.
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Cool-down and possible rain on the way for Big Bear ahead of Labor Day weekend
After nearly two weeks of triple-digit heat across the region, temperatures in Big Bear are forecast to settle into the high 60s and low 70s — and a tropical storm system could bring rain over the holiday weekend.
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Fire department responds to unknown-type fire at Aspen Glen Picnic Area
The Big Bear Lake Fire Department was dispatched to a fire of unknown type at the Aspen Glen Picnic Area on Mill Creek Road; the fire's size, cause, and current status have not yet been confirmed.
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"Jackie Strong" shirts sell out as Big Bear community honors beloved bald eagle
Friends of Big Bear Valley's tribute T-shirts sold out almost immediately, but a restock may be coming — and a community celebration is set for October 3.
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Big Bear's healthcare gaps face a new threat from federal Medi-Cal changes coming in 2027
An advocacy column from IEHP Foundation highlights how new work requirements and funding cuts could deepen a maternal and pediatric care crisis that already forces mountain families to drive an hour each way for basic services — but local hospital and county health officials have not yet weighed in.
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Country singer Brian Gaylord to headline free concert on Big Bear Rodeo opening night
The Nashville-connected rodeo cowboy and country artist takes the stage September 4 at 6:30 p.m. to kick off the annual event.
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Both Big Bear communities approve fire authority budgets; full board vote still needed
Elected leaders in Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake have each passed their respective spending plans for the Big Bear Fire Authority, leaving one final step before the budget takes effect.
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Big Bear Hike Club has a full September lineup, from trail runs to a Sugarloaf cleanup
The community group has packed the month with early-morning trail runs at Snow Summit, a guided hike to Grandview Point, a Grays Peak evening trek, a trail cleanup, and even a book club.
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Big Bear High School launches inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame with seven honorees
The first-ever BBHS Athletic Hall of Fame class brings together a diverse mix of coaches, athletes, and community members — including an Olympian, a photographer, and a coach — who have shaped Grizzly athletics over the years.
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Three events planned to honor Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle
A community memorial ceremony is set for October 3, with two earlier tribute gatherings in Fawnskin open to the public this September.
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Pilot seriously injured after experimental plane stalls and crashes near Big Bear Airport
A Steen Skybolt experimental aircraft went down in a field east of Big Bear Airport on Thursday evening after its engine stalled on approach, leaving the sole occupant hospitalized with serious injuries.
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City of Big Bear Lake to host annual job fair at City Hall on Aug. 27
The free community event connects local job seekers with area employers and resources at City Hall on Big Bear Boulevard.
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Free brush chipping still available for Big Bear and Rim Communities residents this summer
The Mountain Rim Fire Safe Council's curbside chipping program has a handful of deadlines left in 2026 — here's how to sign up and what to know before you pile your brush.
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BBMWD board approves Paddlefest permit, previews $1 million reserve fund proposal
The Big Bear Municipal Water District's May 7 meeting covered summer event planning, a $50,000 fish-stocking donation, and an early look at the district's fiscal year 2026-27 budget.
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Big Bear Lake sits 7 feet below full pool as snowmelt season approaches
Water district officials say year-over-year levels are tracking similarly to 2025, but the final picture depends on how much snowpack melts this spring.
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Big Bear's eagle cam gets the New Yorker treatment — but this year's story was hard to watch
A landmark essay by Alex Ross chronicles a turbulent year for Shadow, Jackie, and the hundreds of thousands of viewers who followed every moment from their nest near Big Bear Lake.
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Big Bear Valley eagle cam gets the New Yorker treatment after a turbulent year
Staff writer Alex Ross profiled the beloved bald eagle nest near Big Bear Lake, capturing Jackie's death, a habitat victory, and the prospect of a new mate for Shadow.
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Shadow the bald eagle and newcomer Kaydee are spending more time together over Big Bear Lake
The young female eagle from the Prado Basin has been singing, nest-tidying, and even mugging for the nest camera — but it's still far too early to know if she and Shadow will mate.
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BBMWD board approves yacht club dock replacement, explores after-hours boat inspections
The August 6 meeting also honored a late director and revealed a 13% dip in lake launches this season.
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SkyFest Big Bear 2026 recap: stargazing, black hole talks, and Milky Way photography atop Snow Summit
The three-day dark sky festival drew astronomy enthusiasts and families to venues across Big Bear Lake — and it's already worth penciling in for next year.
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Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall coming to Swim Beach in Big Bear Lake this September
The 360-foot replica wall and Cost of Freedom Tribute will be on display for four days at the end of the month.
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Fire breaks out near Bear Mountain Resort, involving Aspen Street home and vegetation
Big Bear Fire Department, CAL FIRE, and the U.S. Forest Service responded Saturday afternoon to a blaze that hit both a residence and surrounding vegetation.
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Power outage hits Fawnskin and North Shore; restoration expected by 9 p.m.
Big Bear Valley Electric Service has issued an outage alert for the area, with crews working toward an 8–9 p.m. restoration window.
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California faces 440,000 acre-foot Colorado River cut under new federal drought plan
New federal guidelines taking effect this fall require California, Arizona, and Nevada to collectively reduce water use by 1.25 million acre-feet a year — and local water managers say the downstream effects are still being assessed.
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Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest returns Sept. 12 for ten weekends of lederhosen, lagers, and the Chicken Dance
One of California's oldest Oktoberfest celebrations is back with a new theme — and a packed schedule that runs deep into November near the Convention Center.
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Big Bear Lake DWP board approves FY 2027 budget, eyes federal grant to expand commercial turf rebate
Commissioners voted 5-0 on every item at the May 26 meeting, including a $204,000 construction change order and two key water planning documents.
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Vegetation fire reported near Bear Mountain Ski Resort on Goldmine Drive
Big Bear Lake Fire Department dispatch logged the call on August 22; fire size and containment status could not be confirmed.
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Federal Roadless Rule rollback would put millions of acres of California forest — including San Bernardino National Forest land — at risk
A proposed rule change would strip protections from more than 4 million acres of California roadless forest. Residents have until September 21 to weigh in.
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$15 million lakefront estate signals a new era for Big Bear real estate
A nearly 10,000-square-foot contemporary home hits the market as listing agents say luxury buyers are increasingly choosing Big Bear over Tahoe and Aspen.
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Petition seeks to bring bald eagle Jackie's remains back to Big Bear Valley
Federal wildlife law typically prevents locally keeping a bald eagle's remains — but supporters are asking for an exception.
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San Bernardino County bringing job fair and resource event to Big Bear Lake on Aug. 27
The county event connects residents with employers and local services — full details pending confirmation from Supervisor Rowe's office.
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Zone 0 fire rules could reshape what Big Bear homeowners keep near their houses
A first-of-its-kind California regulation would require residents to clear combustible materials from the five feet directly surrounding their homes — with a vote expected August 19.
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Minor league baseball team to honor Jackie the bald eagle with Big Bear fundraiser night
The Ontario Tower Buzzers will donate half of ticket proceeds to the Friends of Big Bear Valley at an August 23 tribute game.
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Big Bear Theatre Project hosts Creating Worlds Playwright Festival
The August 16 event brought original theatrical works to Big Bear Lake, though details on participants and outcomes could not be confirmed.
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Scammers exploit Jackie's death with fake memorial merchandise, Ojai Raptor Center warns
The wildlife facility that cared for the beloved Big Bear bald eagle says some sellers are falsely claiming their products benefit the center.
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Scammers are cashing in on Jackie the bald eagle's death — here's how to buy the real thing
The Ojai Raptor Center is warning fans that unauthorized vendors are selling merchandise bearing Jackie's image, some falsely claiming to benefit the center.
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Jackie the bald eagle dies after three weeks of intensive care
Big Bear's beloved nest cam star, who had called the valley home for at least 15 years, passed away on August 10 at the Ojai Raptor Center.
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Shadow finds company: a new eagle visits Big Bear nest weeks after Jackie's death
A 4.5-year-old sub-adult bald eagle designated KD1 has been spotted perching alongside Shadow, raising cautious hopes for the future of the iconic nest.
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A new eagle named KD1 is visiting Shadow's nest — but wildlife experts urge patience
Just days after Jackie's death, a young banded eagle from the Prado Basin has been spotted alongside Big Bear's beloved male eagle, sparking hope and caution in equal measure.
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Fake Jackie merchandise scam targets Big Bear eagle fans — here's what to know
The Ojai Raptor Center is warning the public that unauthorized sellers are falsely claiming proceeds benefit the center or local Big Bear groups.
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A new eagle at the nest: Shadow spotted with young visitor KD1 just days after Jackie's death
Friends of Big Bear Valley says it's too early to know if a bond is forming — breeding season won't arrive until December or January.
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Shadow spotted with new eagle companion weeks after Jackie's death
A young banded eagle called KD1 has been visiting the Big Bear nest, raising hopes — and questions — about what comes next for the valley's beloved bald eagle.
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Shadow returns to the nest — and he may have brought a new friend
Weeks after Jackie's death, the beloved Big Bear eagle is back at the nest with a young visitor named KD1, sparking cautious hope among the millions who follow the livestream.
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Big Bear MX Grand Prix returns to Bear Mountain in August 2026
More than 900 motocross riders will take over the ski slopes for a five-day off-road racing event.
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A new eagle eyes the Big Bear nest: meet KD1
A banded female bald eagle born near Anaheim has been spotted inspecting Jackie and Shadow's famous lakeside nest — and she may be looking to settle down.
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Jackie the bald eagle dies after three weeks of care; remains headed to National Eagle Repository
The beloved Big Bear Lake eagle, watched by millions worldwide, passed away in August 2026 at the Ojai Raptor Center from bone marrow failure and severe blood clots.
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Jackie, Big Bear Valley's beloved bald eagle, dies at Ojai Raptor Center
The eagle watched by millions on a live nest cam died August 9 after a blood clot and failing blood values, state wildlife officials say.
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Officials, conservationists mourn Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle
From the California governor to local firefighters, tributes are pouring in for the Fawnskin nest cam star who died August 9.
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Showtime Collision opens new Big Bear Lake location with ribbon cutting and community celebration
The family-owned shop marks 40 years in the valley with a free, all-day event on September 12 — including a vehicle giveaway.
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Big Bear MX Grand Prix returns to Bear Mountain this month with 900+ riders
The five-day motocross event runs August 19–23 on the resort's ski runs and fire roads, drawing competitors of all ages from across the country.
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Rep. Obernolte's mobile office coming to Big Bear Lake City Hall on Sept. 14
Residents can meet with congressional staff in person — but key details have not yet been confirmed by Obernolte's office.
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Jackie the bald eagle: Fawnskin's beloved resident who defied the rules of nature
A bald eagle who stayed home, reclaimed her nest, and captured the hearts of Big Bear Valley — but how rare was her story, really?
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Big Bear Bears host Burroughs in football scrimmage Friday at BBHS Stadium
The varsity squad gets its first outside competition of the preseason after an intrasquad warmup earlier this month.
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Jackie the bald eagle: what we know about her illness, death, and what comes next
Wildlife experts have released new details about the Big Bear icon's final weeks, but the full picture won't emerge until necropsy results are published.
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Big Bear MX Grand Prix returns to Bear Mountain for five days of motocross racing in August
More than 900 riders from across the country will take on a 3-mile course built on ski runs and fire roads Aug. 19–23.
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Officials weigh drone show, statue, and lakeside memorial to honor Jackie the bald eagle
Local officials and Visit Big Bear are exploring several public tributes following the death of the beloved eagle who put Big Bear Valley on the world map.
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Historical Society to explore local eagles and Tesla coils at September meeting
Presenters Trish Green and Owen Phairis bring together wildlife and electrical history for the Big Bear Valley Historical Society's September 10 gathering.
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3rd Annual Boat Parade of Lights returns to Big Bear Lake on Labor Day weekend
The Rotary Club of Big Bear Lake and Visit Big Bear bring back the waterfront tradition — this year with a drone show added to the mix.
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Free curbside brush chipping returns to Big Bear Valley through September
The Mountain Rim Fire Safe Council is picking up and chipping brush at no cost to residents — but you have to register before the pile is at the curb.
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Vehicle fire reported on Big Bear Boulevard
Big Bear Lake Fire Department responded to a motorhome or large vehicle fire; details remain limited pending an official incident report.
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City of Big Bear Lake releases budget summary for fiscal year 2026-27
Residents can now find an easy-to-read overview of the city's adopted budget on BigBearLake.gov.
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Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle, dies at 14
The eagle who captivated more than a million followers worldwide with her nest-cam livestream passed away in the early hours of Monday, August 10.
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DWP board conditionally approves Garstin inspection contract, orders legal review of project management roles
The 5-0 vote keeps the Garstin Water Operations Facility project on track while a legal review sorts out who's responsible for overseeing construction.
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Big Bear Lake DWP board recommends $53 water standby charge, wraps up Wolf Reservoir project
The board voted 4-0 to send the annual fee to City Council for approval — with one member stepping aside due to a conflict of interest.
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Big Bear's beloved eagle Jackie is being treated in Ventura County — and the community can say thanks
Jackie the eagle has been under care at the Ojai Raptor Center since July 17, and supporters are being encouraged to mail the center a card of appreciation.
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Sandy and Luna leave Big Bear Valley as Jackie fights illness at Ojai rehab center
The 2026 eaglets have fledged, but their mother remains more than 100 miles away battling worsening anemia — and fans are being asked to let her care team work.
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Big Bear Lake DWP board recap: pipeline concerns, a $1.3M reimbursement, and a key project milestone
The February 24 board meeting surfaced questions about the Replenish Big Bear project's future while delivering good news on precipitation, finances, and the Garstin Project timeline.
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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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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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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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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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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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Federal shutdown stalls Garstin water facility, forcing Big Bear Lake DWP to tap reserves
The DWP board voted unanimously to authorize up to $1.2 million in upfront construction spending while it waits for a federally issued Notice to Proceed.
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Job & Resource Fair coming to Big Bear Lake in August
The free event at Hofert Hall will connect job seekers with employers across multiple industries and San Bernardino County departments.
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Cinnamon rolls and city updates: Big Bear Lake invites residents to meet the city manager at Boulder Bay Park
The free, informal breakfast event gives locals a chance to ask questions and share concerns directly with City Hall.
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Big Bear Sheriff's Department seeks public help locating man reported missing at Fawnskin campsite
Brian Schofield was last seen at Yellow Post Campsite #33 when his fiancée reported him missing just before 9 a.m.
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High Alti-Tuesdays brings weekly live music to Big Bear Lake this August
The recurring series kicks off August 4 and runs every Tuesday through February, with live music and specials on Village Drive.
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Vehicle goes over the side on northbound Highway 18 in Big Bear Lake
A dispatch log reports the crash on Aug. 5; injury status and road conditions have not been confirmed.
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Heat advisory in effect for Big Bear Valley through Saturday evening
The National Weather Service has issued a multi-day heat advisory for the San Bernardino County Mountains, warning of illness risk through August 8.
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Glow Golf returns to Bear Mountain for Labor Day Weekend
The popular nighttime golf event closes out its summer run September 4–6, with a lit-up 9-hole course, dinner, and drinks included.
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Snow Summit rings in 2027 with its 62nd annual torchlight parade on New Year's Eve
More than 200 torch-carrying skiers will light up the mountain on December 31, with free admission to the viewing area — though a full day on the slopes will cost extra.
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Big Bear's three ski resorts hosting free Super Bowl viewing parties on Feb. 14
Ski the morning, then catch the game — Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain are all throwing free, all-ages watch parties on Super Sunday.
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Big Bear's beloved bald eagle Jackie still anemic, cause of illness unknown
The iconic eagle has been under veterinary care, but her condition remains a mystery as of early August.
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Glow balls and night skies: Bear Mountain Golf Course hosts Driving Range After Dark on Sept. 4
The Coca-Cola-presented event lets groups of up to four tee off under the stars for $30 an hour.
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Bear Mountain Scout Weekend returns March 13–14 for its 23rd year
Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts can earn their Snow Sport Merit Badge on the slopes — but they'll need to come prepared.
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Big Bear Moose Lodge to put up Angel Tree on Nov. 25 — but details still needed
The listing confirms the holiday giving program returns, but key details about how residents can participate could not be confirmed.
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Snow Summit Bike Park closes for summer on Oct. 4, Snow Valley follows Oct. 25
Mountain bikers have a few more weekends to hit the dirt before both Big Bear-area bike parks wrap up their 2026 summer seasons.
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Bear Mountain Golf Course closing for the season on October 25
Golfers have until late October to hit the links with fall foliage and the San Bernardino Mountains as a backdrop.
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Big Bear Mountain Resort's 'Best Whip' competition returns Oct. 3 with cash prizes and no entry fee
The second and final event of the 2026 Summit Series invites riders of all ages to sign up on the day and throw down their best whip.
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Big Bear Mountain Resorts hosts free Easter egg hunt at three mountain locations on March 28
Families can hunt for eggs — including a golden one — at Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain starting at 9 AM on Easter Sunday.
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Snow Summit and The North Face launch photo hiking challenge on Bobsled Trail
Hikers can win gear prizes by snapping five trail photos and submitting them by August 31.
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Big Bear Fire Protection District calls special meeting for August 3
The district has posted an agenda packet for the session, which is open to the public.
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Tour de Big Bear brings thousands of cyclists to the valley through Sunday
Southern California's premier mountain cycling festival transforms Big Bear Lake into a hub for riders and outdoor enthusiasts this weekend.
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Big Bear High School volleyball program set to field three teams in 2026
With 26 athletes signed up, the Grizzlies will run varsity, JV, and freshman squads for the first time under coach Lara Bauer.
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SkyFest 2026 brings three nights of stargazing, meteor showers, and a new astronomy convention to Big Bear Lake
The annual festival returns August 14–16, timed with the Perseid meteor shower and featuring a brand-new daytime convention at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center.
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Family launches fundraiser for pregnant widow of man killed at Castle Rock Trail
Andrew Ferrarone, 33, died July 15 after a fall at the Big Bear Lake climbing area; his wife Nina Kim faces medical bills and parenthood alone.
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FOBBV addresses speculation about Shadow and a visiting eagle near the Big Bear nest
The wildlife group says the young eagle's behavior is seasonal and normal, as Jackie continues her recovery at the Ojai Raptor Center.
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San Diego man dies after rock climbing accident in Big Bear
Andy Ferrarone, 33, was injured on July 12 and died three days later; a GoFundMe has been set up for his family.
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Big Bear Lake's Rep. Obernolte introduces landmark federal AI regulation bill
The bipartisan Frontier Act would set minimum safety rules and give the federal government emergency powers to pause dangerous AI models — but consumer advocates and state officials have raised concerns.
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Ryan Pinkerton defends national downhill title on his home mountain
The Big Bear racer edged out runner-up Maples by less than a second to claim back-to-back USA Cycling Elite Men's Downhill crowns.
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Big Bear Dam Keepers House temporarily closed to visitors
The historic 1890 granite structure near Big Bear Dam is off-limits for now, with no reopening timeline confirmed.
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Pineknot Family Campground near Big Bear Lake temporarily closed, reason unknown
The Forest Service has flagged the popular 47-site campground as temporarily closed, but has not publicly explained why or for how long.
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USDA Forest Service temporarily closes Big Bear Lake Recreation Area
The closure affects national forest recreation across Big Bear Lake, Holcomb Valley, Lone Valley, and the Bighorn Mountains Wilderness.
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$5.5M donation hits $10M goal to protect land near Jackie and Shadow's nest
OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman and his wife Anna stepped in with a transformative gift as eagle Jackie fights for her life at a rehabilitation center.
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18-year-old dies in fall from Big Bear Dam
Sheriff's officials say there is no indication of foul play; a print error in The Grizzly initially reversed that finding.
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Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains in critical condition at raptor center
The beloved Fawnskin eagle was rescued over the weekend and is now being treated at the Ojai Raptor Center.
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Big Bear bald eagle habitat saved after $10 million campaign reaches goal
A $5.5 million donation from OpenAI's president put the fundraising drive over the top, protecting land that would have been developed under the Moon Camp project.
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