Sugar Plum Tea to be Held Today
Fund-raising Event for The Nutcracker
September 7, 2008

The Sugar Plum Tea, scheduled for today at the home of Neale and Patricia Perkins, is the Lake Arrowhead Classical Ballet Company's primary fund-raiser for The Nutcracker.
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Body of Missing Hiker Located (Update 6)
September 7, 2008

The search for a 35-year-old Forest Falls man ended today when his body was located near Forest Falls. Details have now been announced.
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Big Bear Marathon Won by Cedar Glen Man (Update)
Idyllwild Woman Claims Marathon Prize
September 7, 2008

The first-ever Big Bear Marathon was staged Saturday with Tony Torres from Cedar Glen (2:41-48) and Judy Maguire from Idyllwild (3:16:33) winning the male and female titles.
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Cholesterol Screening Begins Tomorrow
Mountains Community Hospital
September 7, 2008

Mountains Community Hospital in Lake Arrowhead is offering a Total Cholesterol and HDL screening for only $10 at the hospital's lab during the week of September 8-12 anytime from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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The Ninety-Nines To Meet in Lake Arrowhead Today
Women Pilots at Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
September 7, 2008

The World Renown Ninety-Nines will meet at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa today to recruit prospective members and to learn more about creating a new Lake Arrowhead Chapter of the Ninety-Nines.
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US Forest Service Names New Tanker Base Manager
Leslie Casavan Selected for Permanent Post
September 7, 2008

Leslie Casavan is the new manager of the US Forest Service Air Tanker Base at San Bernardino International Airport.
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Firefighters Mop-up Flats Incident (Update)
September 6, 2008

Barton Flats, CA – Firefighters have responded to a wilderness fire near Barton Flats that was first reported at 9:08 a.m. in a very remote area with steep terrain.
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Containment of Garnet Incident Set at 200 Acres (Update 2)
Crews In Place to Complete Mop-up
September 6, 2008

The Garnet Incident in Mentone has been contained by firefighters at about 200 acres. Mop-up operations are underway.
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Bids for Kids Dinner and Auction Postponed
Boys & Girls Club Event Changed to November 22
September 4, 2008

The delayed state budget and an emergency surgery for a key participant in the 8th Annual Bids for Kids "Autumn Gala on the Lake" Dinner and Auction have postponed the event from September 6 until Saturday, November 22.
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County Sends Team to Help Gustav Victims (Update)
Four Head to Gulfport, Mississippi
September 3, 2008

San Bernardino County, which provided assistance to the people of Gulfport, Mississippi, following Hurricane Katrina in 2005, has sent a team of four to help its adopted Gulf Coast neighbor in the wake of Hurricane Gustav.
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Abbey Fire Held to Under 80 Acres (Update 2)
Abandoned Structure Ignites Wildfire
September 3, 2008

The Incident Commander of the Abbey Fire in Highland reported the fire was held to less than 80 acres after an abandoned structure fire ignited a wildfire fought by about 150 firefighters.
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Deputies Looking for Possible Child Predator
September 3, 2008

An 11-year-old girl was approached by a man in a white pick-up truck near her Running Springs bus stop yesterday morning. The man reportedly asked the young student from Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate School to "come here" but she ran to a nearby convenience store.
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Deep Fire Quickly Knocked Down (Update 3)
Persons of Interest Not Located
September 2, 2008

Firefighters assisted by aerial support quickly contained the Deep Incident near the Mojave River Forks Regional Park. Two persons of interest were not located by authorities.
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Lake Gregory Sand Sculpture Contest (Photo Update)
Twenty-five Tons of New Sand
September 1, 2008

Twenty-five tons of new sand was brought to the shores of Lake Gregory in preparation for the annual Sand Sculpture Contest August 31.
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Hypodermic Needle Trash Ban In Effect
New Law Halts Disposal in Residential Garbage
September 1, 2008

Mountain residents who use hypodermic needles to self-inject legally to treat diabetes, infertility, and other medical conditions need to find alternative ways to dispose of them under a new law effective September 1.
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Nagy Appointed to Key Disaster Post
California Volunteers Disaster Corp Project
September 1, 2008

Cheryl Nagy from Rebuilding Mountain Hearts and Lives has been named to the new California Volunteers Disaster Corp Project.
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Firefighters Rescue Three Accident Victims
Vehicle Plunges Off Highway 38
September 1, 2008

Firefighters rescued the occupants of a vehicle after it plunged about 150-feet off Highway 38 near Angelus Oaks.
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Eight Victims of Rollover Transported to Hospital
Injured Parties Include Six Pediatric Patients
September 1, 2008

A rollover accident on Highway 330 at the lower passing lanes resulted in eight individuals being transported to area hospitals.
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Twin Peaks Deputies Patrol Silverwood Lake
On the Water to Enforce Boating Laws
August 31, 2008

During the Labor day weekend, San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputies will be on the water at Silverwood Lake to enforce boating laws and encourage boaters to operate safely and wear their life jackets.
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Marijuana Plants Seized by Agents
Over 3,000 Plants Removed as Evidence
August 30, 2008

Two men were arrested in the Onyx Summit area yesterday after authorities confiscated over 3,000 marijuana plants.
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SLOW DOWN Campaign Working
Mountain Roads Safer This Year
August 29, 2008

The SLOW DOWN campaign aimed at reducing accidents and speeds on mountain roadways is working so far in 2008, campaign officials announced as the Labor Day weekend begins.
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Labor Day in the San Bernardino National Forest
Mountaintop Ranger District Repairs Trails
August 29, 2008

The San Bernardino National Forest (SBNF) is prepared for the upcoming holiday weekend.
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Bloodmobile on Mountain August 28
Big Bear Community Services District
August 28, 2008

The Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties invites all healthy residents to give the gift of life August 28 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at Big Bear Community Services District in Big Bear City.
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Turn Around and Don’t Drown
A Tragic Reminder of Flash Flooding Dangers
August 27, 2008

San Bernardino County officials have once again warned residents and visitors of the hazards of walking or driving a vehicle through flood waters.
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Poll Workers Needed for General Election
Bilingual Volunteers Sought
August 27, 2008

The San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters needs people in the mountain communities willing to serve as poll workers during the Presidential General Election in November.
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Rim Unified Students Return to Classrooms
Lunch Prices Reflect Rising Food Costs
August 26, 2008

Students in the Rim of the World Unified School head back to the classroom today (August 26) facing higher prices for school lunches.
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Repairs to Highway 173 Underway
Stretch of Roadway Closed Since 2005
August 26, 2008

Grand Pacific Contractors have moved equipment and supplies into place and begun a project on Highway 173 to replace damaged pavement and repair damaged slopes north of Lake Arrowhead.
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Hall Named to Recreation District Board
Replaces the Late Bob Spoeneman
August 26, 2008

R. Pete Hall has been named to the Rim of the World Recreation and Park District Board of Directors to replace the late Bob Spoeneman.
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Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers In Concert
Rescheduled Concert October 11
August 25, 2008

The Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers will be performing at 6 p.m. October 11 at the Lake Arrowhead Community Presbyterian Church sponsored by the Arrowhead Arts Association. The concert was originally scheduled for June 13.
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Emergency Personnel Respond to Smoke
BBQ for Summit Club Dinner
August 25, 2008

The initial call from a concerned citizen about 4:35 p.m. was "definite little white smoke somewhere between San Bernardino County Fire Station 91 and Blue Jay."
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Blue Series Fires in Cajon Pass Area (Update)
August 25, 2008

Two fires are burning in the Cosy Dell area of the Cajon Pass near northbound Interstate 15. All tankers have been released.
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Pine Mountain Camp Hosts Summit Club
Mountains Community Hospital Foundation
August 24, 2008

The 2008 Summit Club Recognition Dinner will be held at the newly renovated Pine Mountain Camp Sunday (August 24) at 5 p.m. to honor Mountains Community Hospital volunteers.
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OLYMPIC SPOTLIGHT Ryan Hall (Update)
Marathon Runner from Big Bear Lake
August 24, 2008

Ryan Hall, 25, of Big Bear Lake, ran the Men's Marathon in the bright, sunshiny streets of Beijing yesterday. Hall placed 10th in the 26.2-mile race with a time of 2 hours, 12 minutes, and 33 seconds.
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Mountain Communities BBQ Held
Rim of the World Masonic Lodge in Twin Peaks
August 23, 2008

Preparations for yesterdsay's Mountain Communities BBQ went on for days and the slow-roasted pit barbecued beef was cooked just right when serving started at noon at the Masonic Lodge in Twin Peaks.
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Injuries from Traffic Accident Claim James Mainer
Passed Away at Loma Linda University Medical Center
August 23, 2008

The San Bernardino County Coroner has confirmed the passing of 61-year-old James Mainer from Crestline at Loma Linda University Medical Center at 12:57 a.m. this morning.
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Huge Tunnel Boring Machine Punches Through Mountain
Arrowhead West Tunnel Project Part of Water Delivery System
August 22, 2008

A 450-foot Herrenknecht AG Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) emerged from under the San Bernardino Mountains this week, creating the 3.8-mile Arrowhead West Tunnel as part of a large-diameter regional water line.
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Ballots Due August 21 for Chamber Board
Ten Nominees for Eight Seats
August 21, 2008

Ballots must be returned by August 21 as ten nominees seek eight seats on the Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
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Carl Saunders Trumpet at Jazz Festival
Jazz in Blue Jay August 21
August 21, 2008

Attendees at the opening Jazz in Blue Jay concert August 21 will be entertained by the straight ahead jazz trumpet of Carl Saunders with the show starting at 6 p.m.
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Military Relief Fund Expansion Awaits Signature
Legislation by Assemblyman Paul Cook
August 21, 2008

Assembly Bill 3016 to expand the California Military Family Relief Fund (CMFRF) has passed both the Assembly and the Senate and will soon head to the Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's desk for his signature.
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Highway 18 Public Meeting Held
Caltrans Safety Widening Project Update
August 20, 2008

A public information meeting was held by Caltrans TAugust 20 at 6 p.m. addressing a Highway 18 (Big Bear Boulevard) safety-widening project from Blue Water Drive to Pinon Drive.
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Bloodmobile Visited Lake Arrowhead Yesterday
Located at Stater Bros in Lake Arrowhead Village
August 19, 2008

Residents could "Give the Gift of Life" yesterday when the Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties sent its bloodmobile to Stater Bros. in the upper level of Lake Arrowhead Village.
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Car Injures Mountain Biker
Transported to Bear Valley Hospital
August 19, 2008

A young mountain biker was struck by a car while trying to cross Highway 18 at Pine View Drive in Big Bear City just after 4 p.m. yesterday.
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Final MARTA Public Hearing Held
Routes, Schedule Changes and Fares on Agenda
August 18, 2008

MARTA conducted the second of two public hearings in Big Bear Lake yesterday to discuss route and schedule changes and proposed fare increases.
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Payless ShoeSource Managers Volunteer
Arrowhead United Way Day of Caring
August 18, 2008

Payless ShoeSource managers from all over the area—including Big Bear Lake—volunteered recently for their Day of Caring as part of Arrowhead United Way's LIVE UNITED campaign.
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Bid for Kids Gala Event September 6
Boys and Girls Club of Mountain Communities
August 16, 2008

The Bids for Kids Gala Event will be held September 6 at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa.
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Chubby Bunnies Win Dragon Boat Race (Photo Update)
Lake Gregory Regional Park
August 16, 2008

The Chubby Bunnies won the Dragon Boat Race at Lake Gregory Regional Park for the second year in a row.
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Environmentalists Sue US Forest Service
San Bernardino National Forest Included
August 16, 2008

Several environmental groups have filed a lawsuit over the alleged failure of the US Forest Service to protect wildlife and roadless areas of four Southern California National Forests – San Bernardino, Los Padres, Cleveland and the Angeles.
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Home Ownership Preservation Workshop Held
Co-sponsored by Congressman Jerry Lewis
August 16, 2008

Congressman Jerry Lewis (R-Redlands), co-hosted a free Home Ownership Preservation Workshop Saturday at the National Orange Show in San Bernardino.
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OLYMPIC SPOTLIGHT Marcie van Dusen
Competed in Women’s Wrestling in Beijing
August 16, 2008

Long before she competed as a wrestler at Rim High School, Lake Arrowhead's Marcie van Dusen has a dream of one day competing in women's wrestling at the Summer Olympic Games.
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Near Drowning at Silverwood Lake
Victim Airlifted to Loma Linda
August 16, 2008

A 20-year-old man was airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center from the boat dock at Silverwood Lake after he nearly drowned yesterday afternoon.
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Assemblyman Comments on Passage of Water Bill (Update 2)
Arrowhead Manor Water Bill
August 15, 2008

Assemblyman Anthony Adams spoke to RIMOFTHEWORLD.net shortly after the California State Senate unanimously approved Assembly Bill 2860 (Arrowhead Manor Water Bill).
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Bloodmobile Visited Mountain Communities
Donations Accepted in Big Bear Lake and Blue Jay
August 14, 2008

The Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties invites all healthy residents to give the gift of life Thursday at two mountain locations—Big Bear Lake and Blue Jay.
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Government Fire Contained (Update 3)
August 14, 2008

Ground crews assisted by aerial support quickly knocked down a small fire near Government Peak south of Running Springs Thursday afternoon. The fire was contained at 5:20 p.m.
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Northwoods Resort Adds Guest Contribution Program
San Bernardino National Forest to Benefit
August 14, 2008

Northwoods Resort had added a guest contribution program to aid the San Bernardino National Forest Association.
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Candidates Paperwork Deadline Wednesday
Filing Extension Period Expires
August 13, 2008

San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters Keri Verjil reminds potential candidates for local office that Wednesday at 5 p.m. was the deadline for filing paperwork for the November 4 Presidential General Election.
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Interim Big Bear Lake Fire Chief Named
Assistant Chief Mark Mills Gets Nod from Council
August 13, 2008

The Big Bear Lake City Council has announced the official appointment of Big Bear Lake Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Mark Mills as Interim Fire Chief.
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Illegal Campfire Started Big Falls Fire
August 13, 2008

Firefighters quickly contained the Big Falls wildfire to one-quarter (1/4) acre near Forest Falls on Monday. The wildfire was determined by investigators to have been caused by an escaped illegal campfire.
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Alpine Pedal Path Closes Temporarily
Repaving Project Underway by National Paving
August 12, 2008

The Alpine Pedal Path along the North Shore of Big Bear Lake will be temporarily closed for repaving from August 11-13 and again August 18-20.
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Forest Service Reopens Pacific Crest Trail
Damaged by Butler II and Slide Fires
August 10, 2008

The San Bernardino National Forest has reopened the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in the Big Bear area to hiking and horseback riding.
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Eight Candidates for Non-Existent Board
Voters Must Approve Formation in November
August 10, 2008

Eight Crestline area residents have tossed their hats into the political ring to serve on a 5-member board that currently doesn't exist.
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Back to School Immunizations May Be Required
MCH Rural Health Clinics Offer Help
August 10, 2008

The Rim of the World School District will be starting classes soon, and now is the time to get your child or children ready with the proper immunizations.
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Benefit Concert for Operation Provider (Photo Update)
Three Bands to Entertain at Lake Arrowhead Village
August 10, 2008

Three bands will entertain TODAY at a benefit concert for Operation Provider at Lake Arrowhead Village's Center Stage starting at 1 p.m.
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OLYMPIC SPOTLIGHT Brenda Shinn
Shooting – 10-meter Air Pistol
August 10, 2008

It was raining outside the Beijing Shooting Range Hall yesterday when Brenda Shinn competed in the 10-meter Air Pistol competition at the 2008 Olympic Games.
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Food Drive for Crestline Food Bank (Photo Update)
In Front of Goodwin’s Market of Quality
August 9, 2008

The Crestline Food Bank held a Food Drive at the entrance to Goodwin's Market in Crestline sponsored by the Scottish Society of the Inland Empire on Saturday.
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Election LIneup Firms Up (Update)
Some Filing Deadlines Extended
August 9, 2008

Candidates for local offices had to return their paperwork by 5 p.m. Friday. However, if an incumbent failed to file, the deadline for that office has been extended to 5 p.m. on Wednesday (August 13) for everyone except the incumbent.
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Summer Art Show This Weekend
Mountain Arts Galley in Skyforest
August 9, 2008

The Mountain Arts Network will showcase artists like photographer Michael Bates during the Willow Woods Summer Arts Show this weekend in Skyforest from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.
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Suspicious Vegetation Fires in Cajon Pass Area
August 9, 2008

Two vegetation fires are impacting Interstate 15 traffic in the Cajon Pass area including on ramps and off ramps. The California Highway Patrol investigating a report that flares may have been tossed from a vehicle igniting the blazes.
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High Speed Pursuit Ends at Gunpoint
Three Auto Theft Suspects Arrested
August 9, 2008

Three alleged auto theft suspects out of La Mirada led the California Highway Patrol on a high speed pursuit on Highway 18 before a traffic stop was initiated near the Heaps Peak Transfer Station.
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The Fab Four at Tavern Bay (Photo Update)
The Ultimate Tribute to the Beatles
August 8, 2008

The Arrowhead Arts Music Festival will present the ultimate Beatles tribute August 7 — the Fab Four—at Tavern Bay Beach Club.
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Hikes for Tykes at Children's Forest
Theme is Over the Rainbow
August 8, 2008

Colors of the forest is the theme of the next exciting Hikes for Tykes program offered by the San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA).
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Let the Olympic Games Begin!
Local Athletes Compete in Beijing
August 8, 2008

The athletes of the world have come together for the Summer Olympic Games in Beijing including three with connections to the mountain communities—Ryan Hall, Marcie van Dusen and Brenda Shinn.
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South Beach Parking Lot Renovation Approved
Lake Gregory Regional Park Project
August 6, 2008

San Bernardino County Supervisors have approved a $70,180 construction contract to renovate the south beach parking lot at Lake Gregory Regional Park.
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County Records First Human West Nile Virus Case
Health Offices Decline to Provide Details
August 6, 2008

The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health has reported the first human case of West Nile Virus in the county.
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Jeep Crashes Through Front Porch Injuring Driver
August 6, 2008

The unidentified driver of a jeep crashed through the front porch of a Crestline residence causing a minor natural gas leak. The vehicle came to a halt between two pine trees in the 23000 block of Knapps Cutoff.
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Big Bear Celebrates National Night Out Tuesday
Parking Lot at Big Bear Convention Center
August 5, 2008

The 25th Annual National Night Out, a crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the Big Bear Sheriff's Station, was held Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot of the Big Bear Convention Center.
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Power Outage Impacts 2,500 Edison Customers (Update 2)
Tree Limbs Strike Power Lines
August 5, 2008

Two large limbs from an oak tree fell into power lines on Highway 189 near Five Points Monday causing a power outage impacting 2,500 Southern California Edison customers.
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Community Rallies Around James and Roland (Update)
James Recovering After Being Hit By Car
August 4, 2008

Residents are rallying to assist James and Roland Mainer in Crestline following James' accident Friday evening that resulted in his hospitalization at Loma Linda University Medical Center.
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Students Head Back to School Monday
Bear Valley Unified School District
August 4, 2008

Students in the Bear Valley Unified School District return to the classroom Monday (August 4).
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Yells for Help Result in Finding Lost Camper
Located Near Holcomb Valley Campground
August 4, 2008

Continuous yells for help led a Big Bear Search and Rescue team to a lost camper this morning about a quarter-mile from Holcomb Valley Campground.
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Olympian Ryan Hall Honored August 4
Send-off at Big Bear Middle School
August 4, 2008

Olympian Ryan Hall, who will compete in the Olympic marathon in Beijing, China, will be honored at a community send-off August 4 at Big Bear Middle School starting at 5:30 p.m.
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A Succesful Community Cleanup (Photo Update)
Crestline Offers Two Collection Stations
August 3, 2008

The San Bernardino County Community Cleanup August 2 featured two collection stations to better serve residents of the Crestline mountain communities. The event was a huge succes.
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Car Wash on Saturday Assists Explorer Scouts
Affiliated With Big Bear Sheriff's Department
August 3, 2008

The Big Bear Explorer Scouts (Big Bear Sheriff's Station) are raising money with three car washes to purchase uniforms and equipment and to enter an upcoming competition.
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Curly Musgrave and Belinda Gail Entertain (Photo Update)
Arrowhead Arts Music Festival
August 1, 2008

The Western Music Duo of the Year (2006) Curly Musgrave and Belinda Gail performed Thursday at the Arrowhead Arts Music Festival.
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Population of Crestline Grows by Four
Quadruplets Born at Loma Linda
August 1, 2008

The population of Crestline increased by four this week when Amber and Michael DeMaria welcomed quadruplets at Loma Linda University Medical Center.
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Coroner Identifies Body Found in Running Springs (Update 2)
July 31, 2008

A Running Springs resident discovered the body identified by the Coroner as James Cook at 6:42 a.m. Wednesday morning near Highway 18 and Live Oak Drive.
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Running Springs Man Still Missing (Update)
James Cook Disappeared Saturday Evening
July 30, 2008

A 48-year-old man identified as James Cook is still missing from his Running Springs residence. Riverside County Search and Rescue dogs failed to locate Cook Tuesday.
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Quake Shakes Up Inland Empire (Update 3)
Aftershocks Continue in Area
July 30, 2008

A 5.4 earthquake centered in Chino Hills rattled the Inland Empire and most of the mountain communities at 11:42 a.m. Tuesday. There have been more than 80 aftershocks.
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Vegetation Fire in Rimforest Controlled (Update 2)
Size of Spot Fire Updated
July 30, 2008

A small spot fire off Bear Springs Road near Lower Scenic Way in Rimforest was declared controlled by firefighters at 8:50 p.m.
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Woman Fails to Arrive in Lake Arrowhead
Missing Person Report Filed
July 30, 2008

A 34-year-old Manhattan Beach woman has been reported missing by her family after she failed to arrive in Lake Arrowhead earlier this week.
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Residents Urged to Limit Phone Calls
July 29, 2008

The Governor's Office of Emergency Services has issued a special request from Sacramento urging Southern California residents to make only essential phone calls following the 5.4 quake that struck Chino Hills just before noon.
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Serving as Master of Ceremonies
July 28, 2008

One of the fun things I get to do each summer is serve as master of ceremonies for the Arrowhead Arts Music Festival that raises fund to support music programs in our local schools.
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Southbound Interstate 215 Closure
Caltrans Work from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
July 28, 2008

As part of the I-215 Widening Project, Caltrans and the contractors will be closing the southbound I-215 July 28 as work continues to widen the Inland Center Drive Bridge.
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Alcohol and Drug Training Program
Alcoholic Beverage Control Licensee Education Seminar
July 28, 2008

In light of recent sweeps to halt sales of alcohol to minors in the mountain communities, local merchants may be interested in a Licensee Education on Alcohol and Drugs Training (LEAD) seminar July 28.
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California Multisport Came to Big Bear
Defending Champ Eric Sullivan Returns
July 27, 2008

The California Multisport event at Big Bear Discovery Center was held yesterday.
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Cal State San Bernardino to Continue Regular Pay
Chancellor Reed Announces Decision
July 27, 2008

Employees of California State University, San Bernardino have received assurances that they will receive their regular pay despite a call by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to cut the pay of state workers to the federal minimum wage.
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Bear Traps Forest Service Employee
July 27, 2008

A US Forest Service employee had some anxious moments late today when a bear cornered the unidentified individual.
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Bluegrass, Bluejeans & Beyond July 26
Headline Bands at Discovery Center
July 26, 2008

The First Annual Bluegrass, Bluejeans and Beyond at the Big Bear Discovery Center will be held July 26 to raise funds for Forest Aid.
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Doo Dah Parade Held July 26
Moose Lodge Also Presents the Fawnskin Festival
July 26, 2008

Habitat for Humanity's "Stud Finders" are among the entries expected for the 10 a.m. Doo Dah Parade July 26 in downtown Fawnskin.
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Classic Car Show Rolls Into Town (Photo Update)
Funds Support Veterans and Community Projects
July 26, 2008

The Second Annual Classic Car and Motorcycle Show sponsored by VFW Auxiliary and Post 9624 was staged July 26 at the Lake Gregory baseball diamond.
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National Forest Reopens Grays Peak Trail
Closed Due to Butler II Fire Damage
July 26, 2008

San Bernardino National Forest has reopened the popular Grays Peak Trail in the Big Bear Valley.
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Wartime Radio Revue On Stage (Photo Update)
Arrowhead Arts Music Festival Concert
July 25, 2008

Pete Jacobs and his Wartime Radio Revue took the stage at the Arrowhead Arts Music Festival on July 24.
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County Assessor Takes Leave of Absence
Bill Postmus Has Undisclosed Health Problems
July 24, 2008

Embattled San Bernardino County Assessor Bill Postmus has announced he will take a 10-week leave of absence to deal with an undisclosed health issue.
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Open House Held for the Harpers
Open House Celebration Wednesday
July 23, 2008

An Open House was held July 23 in Running Springs to celebrate the return of Gary and Debbie Harper to the rebuilt home they lost during the 2007 Slide Fire.
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Impact of Fuel Reduction Efforts in the Grass Valley Fire
US Forest Service Releases Reports
July 23, 2008

The US Forest Service has issued reports on last October's Grass Valley Fire near Lake Arrowhead and the impact of fuel reduction efforts.
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Highway 330 Reopens Following Accident (Update)
July 22, 2008

Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol closed Highway 330 shortly after noon today due to a traffic accident near the middle passing lanes. At 1:40 p.m. the roadway reopened.
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Auction at Le Grand Picnic Collects $23,000
Mountains Community Hospital Fund-raiser
July 22, 2008

A majestic view of Lake Arrowhead from the rose garden at Mountains Community Hospital was the setting for the 15th Annual Le Grand Picnic staged by the hospital's foundation.
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Firefighters Stop Spread of Institution Fire (Update)
July 22, 2008

Firefighters with assistance from air support are battling the Institution Fire in the Devore area near Glen Helen Rehabilitation Center and Verdemont Boys Ranch. The rate of spread has been stopped.
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MARTA Budget Set for Adoption July 21
Board Meeting Slated for Crestline
July 21, 2008

The review and comment period on the 2008-09 Mountain Area Regional Transit Authority (MARTA)is almost complete with final approval due July 21.
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Scout Fire Near Heart Bar Campground Contained
July 21, 2008

The Scout Fire that was reported shortly before 9 a.m. today south of Heart Bar Campground was contained at 2:57 p.m.
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Minor Quakes Felt in Mountain Communities
Largest Shaker Near Mt. San Gorgonio
July 21, 2008

A minor earthquake registering 3.0 magnitude struck near Mt. San Gorgonio at 1:21 p.m. today.
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15th Annual Le Grand Picnic
Mountains Community Hospital Foundation Event
July 20, 2008

The Mountains Community Hospital Foundation will host one of Lake Arrowhead's most exquisite outdoor fund-raising events—the 15th Annual Le Grand Picnic July 20.
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Mountain Top Days Grand Marshal Named
Running Springs Fire Chief Bill Smith
July 20, 2008

Running Springs Fire Chief Bill Smith has been named grand marshal of Mountain Top Days Parade.
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Illegal Campfire Extinguished Near Camp Osito Rancho (Update)
July 19, 2008

An illegal campfire near Camp Osito Rancho, a Girl Scout campground operated by the Angeles Girl Scout Council, has been extinguished.
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Starbucks to Close A Local Outlet
Coffee Firm Shutting 600 Company-Owned Stores
July 19, 2008

The newest Starbucks Coffee store in the mountain communities located in a former Burger King Restaurant is scheduled to close. The exact date has not been announced.
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Horseback Rider Airlifted to Loma Linda (Update 2)
July 19, 2008

Shortly before 1 p.m. today, a horseback rider on Forest Service Road 3N07 was reported down. The patient was eventually airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center.
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Exploring the Forest with Kids July 18
Children's Forest Visitor Center
July 18, 2008

The next Hikes for Tykes program offered by the San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA) will be July 18 at 10 a.m.
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AARP Speaker to Address Council on Aging
Meeting at San Moritz Lodge
July 17, 2008

During the Mountain Regional Council on Aging (RCA) meeting July 17 at 12:45 p.m., an AARP regional leader will be the featured speaker at the San Moritz Lodge.
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Hotel California Salutes the Eagles
Arrowhead Arts Music Festival
July 17, 2008

"Take It Easy" July 17 with a little classic rock from HOTEL CALIFORNIA: A Salute to the Eagles at the Arrowhead Arts Music Festival in Lake Arrowhead at Tavern Bay Beach Club.
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Chamber Mixer at The Malt Shoppe
Downtown Green Valley Lake
July 17, 2008

The Malt Shoppe in downtown Green Valley Lake will host the Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce's July Mixer July 17.
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Residential Fire Arson Investigation Underway (Update 3)
July 17, 2008

"Arson investigators have questioned a person of interest following last night's fire on Rocky Point Road in Lake Arrowhead," according to Sergeant Robert O'Brine of the Twin Peaks Sheriff's Station.
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License and Rabies Shot Clinic
Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate School
July 17, 2008

A License and Rabies Shot Clinic will be held July 17 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate School in Lake Arrowhead.
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Action by CHP Officer Praised
Averted A Serious Wildfire
July 17, 2008

Accolades for California Highway Patrol Officer Adam Rodman continue to pour in after he placed his patrol unit behind a burning motor home to prevent it from rolling off Highway 330 on Sunday and igniting a fire.
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88 High-end Homes for Highway 38 Corridor
Supervisors Approve General Plan Amendment
July 16, 2008

If the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors accepts mitigation measures proposed by developer Robert Caron on August 5, he will be allowed to build 88 high-end homes in Sugarloaf.
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West Nile Virus Detected in Mountain Communities
Gray Western Squirrel and Lesser Goldfinch Test Positive
July 16, 2008

The Department of Public Health has reported a tree squirrel and a Lesser Goldfinch collected in the mountain communities have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV).
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Highway 189 Project Nears Completion
Change in Traffic Flow through Blue Jay
July 15, 2008

Caltrans is nearing completion of a construction project that is making changes to the traffic flow on Highway 189 in Blue Jay.
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Northern California Fires Break 2003 Record
Largest Single Fire Event in State History
July 15, 2008

The Governor's Office of Emergency Services (OES) reports that the Northern California fires burning for almost a month have scorched more acreage than the October 2003 fires including the Old Fire that started in Waterman Canyon.
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Candidate Filing for Local Races Underway
Paperwork Available from Registrar of Voters
July 14, 2008

Paperwork for numerous local races on the November 4 ballot is available beginning TODAY from the Registrar of Voters and the Big Bear Lake City Clerk.
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Motor Home Fire Impacts Highway 330 (Update 3)
CHP Unit Halts Roll Over the Side
July 14, 2008

A motor home fire on Highway 330 forced the California Highway Patrol to close the roadway. A CHP Unit prevented the burning vehicle from rolling over the embankment.
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Private Home Rental Ordinance Removed from Ballot
Judge Joseph Brisco Rules Against Initiative Backers
July 14, 2008

Judge Joseph Brisco has ruled that the proposed transient private home rental ordinance for Big Bear Lake will not be placed on the November 4 Presidential General Election ballot.
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Pinecones and Pineapples Fund-raiser
Mountain Community Scholarship Event
July 13, 2008

The 2008 edition of Pinecones & Pineapples to raise money for California State University, San Bernardino scholarships under the auspices of the Mountain Community Scholarship Committee will be held July 13.
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PaddleFest Race at Big Bear Lake (Update)
A People Powered Water Adventure
July 13, 2008

The First Annual Big Bear Lake PaddleFest Race, a people powered adventure, was staged on Big Bear Lake July 13.
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Bloodmobile Came to Crestline
Hosted by Ye Olde Barber Shoppe
July 13, 2008

Mountain residents gave the "Gift of Life" when the bloodmobile came to Ye Olde Barber Shoppe in Crestline THIS WEEK.
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Community Barbecue at Pacific Pines Camp
Hosted by Woodlands Community Bible Church
July 13, 2008

Woodlands Community Bible Church will host a Community Barbecue and Games Event July 13 at Pacific Pines Camp in Valley of Enchantment from 2-6 p.m.
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Gone With the Wind Actress Dies
Evelyn Keyes (1916-2008)
July 13, 2008

The actress who played Scarlett O'Hara's youngster sister in Gone With the Wind (1939), Evelyn Keyes, has died at her home in Montecito at the age of 91.
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RIMOFTHEWORLD.net at International Symposium
33rd Annual Natural Hazards Workshop
July 13, 2008

Representatives of RIMOFTHEWORLD.net are participating in the 33rd Annual Natural Hazards Research and Applications Workshop in Boulder, Colorado through Tuesday.
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Head On Collision On Highway 18 (Update 3)
July 13, 2008

A head-on traffic collision on Highway 18, one mile west of the Cliffhanger blocked traffic lanes for a lengthy period. A total of five patients have been transported to area hospitals.
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67th Annual Flower Show Concludes
Big Bear Women's Club Presentation
July 12, 2008

Mountain Enrichment was the theme of the 67th Annual Flower Show presented by the Big Bear Women's Club at the Performing Arts Center that concluded July 12.
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CPR Classes Can Save A Life
Courses Offered July 12
July 12, 2008

Mountain residents have an opportunity to learn how to save a life this weekend by participating in CPR classes offered by the Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City Fire Departments. Both classes were held July 12.
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Missing Hiker Rescued (Update 2)
July 12, 2008

A 21-year-old female hiker from Corona has been successfully rescued from a remote trail in the San Gorgonio Wildeness.
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Governor Pleas for Firefighting Help
Requests Assistance from the White House
July 11, 2008

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has requested additional federal resources to fight the ongoing wildfires in California that have placed thousands of Californians in immediate danger.
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Allstate to Reduce Homeowner Insurance Rates
State Mandates 28.5 Percent Reduction
July 11, 2008

Californians who have Allstate homeowner insurance will see a drop in their monthly rates effective the end of July after State Insurance Commissioner mandated a 28.5 percent reduction.
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Officer Hit on Interstate 215
Pursuing Three Robbery Suspects
July 11, 2008

A San Bernardino police officer was struck by a car late Thursday night while chasing three robbery suspects forcing the closure of Interstate 215 for about 2 hours.
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Lisa Hayley and Zydecats
Arrowhead Arts Music Festival
July 10, 2008

The Arrowhead Arts Music Festival's Thursday evening concerts have a new home this year—Tavern Bay Beach Club. They open July 10 with Lisa Haley and the Zydecats.
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Chamber Board Deadline July 10
Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
July 10, 2008

Individuals interested in running for a seat on the Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors need to contact the chamber by July 10.
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Channel 6 Interviews RIMOFTHEWORLD.net
Thursday Morning Live at 7 a.m.
July 10, 2008

Scott Straley and Dave Henderson from RIMOFTHEWORLD.net will be interviewed live Ju;y 10 on Big Bear Lake's Channel 6 at 7 a.m.
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New Modular Skate Park Approved
Set for Big Bear Lake Youth Center
July 10, 2008

San Bernardino County Supervisors have voted to contract with American Ramp Company (ARC) for a modular Skate Park at the Youth Center in Big Bear Lake.
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Orientation of Crestline Library Changed
Supervisors Approve Contract Modification
July 10, 2008

County supervisors have approved the modification of the orientation of the new Crestline Library and amended the contract with STK Architecture by $168,000 to facilitate the change.
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Quarry Fire Near Fawnskin Doused (Update)
Firefighters Quickly Contain Fire
July 9, 2008

A smoke check in the area of the Butterfield Quarry resulted in firefighters responding to a small vegetation fire north of Fawnskin this afternoon. The fire was quickly knocked down.
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Superior Court Reporter Costs Increase
New Fees Were Effective July 1
July 9, 2008

The San Bernardino Superior Court announced late Tuesday (July 8) that it had updated the uniform civil fee schedule effective July 1
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Blood Drive in Big Bear Lake July 8
Take Time to Give the Gift of Life
July 8, 2008

The Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties will be conducting a blood drive at the Southwest Gas building (40844 Big Bear Boulevard) from noon to 4:30 p.m. June 8.
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New Superintendent of Schools Named
San Bernardino County Board of Education
July 8, 2008

The San Bernardino County Board of Education has selected Gary Thomas to replace retiring County Superintendent Herbert Fischer.
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Beat the Heat Chili Cook Off (Update)
Lake Gregory Ball Fields
July 7, 2008

The Beat the Heat Chili Cook-off was staged at the Lake Gregory Ball Fields July 6 offering chili, entertainment, a Kids Zone, a Coors Beer Garden and so much more.
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Sewage Spills Reported to State Agency
Impact on Big Bear Lake Minimal
July 7, 2008

Two sewage spills over the Fourth of July weekend had minimal impact on Big Bear Lake but both were reported to the Governor's Office of Emergency Services and other regulatory agencies.
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Jamboree Days Parade (Update 3)
Reggie Bannister Grand Marshal
July 6, 2008

The 2008 Jamboree Days Parade on July 5 combined with the actual Jamboree Days celebration attracted thousands of people to Lake Drive.
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Firefighter's Pancake Breakfast (Update)
A Tradition for 41 Years
July 6, 2008

For the past few weeks, firefighters in the mountain communities brushed up on their flap-jack flipping skills in preparation for the 41st Annual Firefighter's Pancake Breakfast held July 6.
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Centennial Celebration of Lake Arrowhead Tower (Update)
Official Birthday Party Hosted by ALA
July 6, 2008

A 100th birthday party for the blue tower located on Lake Arrowhead drew quite a crowd Saturday.
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Fun Fly at Lake Arrowhead Airport
Top of the Mountain Remote Control Flyers
July 6, 2008

The Top of the Mountain Remote Control Flyers presented a Fun Fly at Lake Arrowhead Airport from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 6.
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Monthly Test of Emergency Sirens Conducted
Four Sirens to Sound at Noon
July 5, 2008

The monthly full volume test of the four Big Bear Valley Emergency Alert System (EAS) sirens was conducted at 12 noon July 5.
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Independence Day Closures and Fireworks