Add A Penny to First Class Postage TODAY (Update 4)
Liberty Bell Forever Stamps the Exception
May 12, 2008

The price of a one-ounce First-Class stamp will increase a penny TODAY from 41 cents to 42 cents.
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Free Day TODAY at San Bernardino County Fair
Hometown Pride Shared Countywide
May 12, 2008

The San Bernardino County Fair runs through May 18 and is featuring a wide range of activities and entertainment including a Monster Truck Show, Demolition Derby, Dodge Pro Am Bull Riding and over 40 carnival rides. TODAY is a free day for county residents.
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Traffic Project Starts TODAY in Blue Jay
Caltrans Launches Highway 189 Improvements
May 12, 2008

Caltrans will begin a 20-day project TODAY that will make changes to the traffic flow on Highway 189 through the Blue Jay business district including installation of flashing beacons at both ends of the crosswalk, lighted islands at the crosswalk and improved turning elements.
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New Bridge for Big Bear Dam Unveiled TOMORROW
Caltrans to Showcase Planned Project
May 12, 2008

The Big Bear Dam Bridge replacement project is back on track and will be one of the topics at TOMORROW'S Caltrans Community Meeting to begin at 6 p.m. at the Big Bear Lake Civic Center (Hofert Hall).
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A Special Hike at Heaps Peak Arboretum
Mountain Top Hiking Club
May 12, 2008

The Mountain Top Hiking Club will present a special two-mile hike on Friday (May 16) at the Heaps Peak Arboretum featuring a presentation by a member of the Rim of the World Search and Rescue team.
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Click It or Ticket Campaign Underway
Statewide Seat Belt Alert
May 12, 2008

Local law enforcement agencies are now focusing their attention on people who fail to buckle up when riding in a vehicle during a statewide enforcement campaign—Click IT or Ticket!
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School Bus Involved in Accident (Update)
May 12, 2008

The California Highway Patrol reports a school bus has been involved in an accident on Highway 330 near Live Oak Drive and children are onboard the bus.
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Teens Killed in Mock Automobile Crash
Part of Every 15 Minutes Program at Rim High
May 11, 2008

Next Thursday several teenagers will die in a staged automobile collision at Rim High School during the presentation of the Every 15 Minutes program.
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Pet Squad Rummage Sale Offers Unique Items (Update)
Goal Is to Raise Assistance Funds
May 11, 2008

The Pet Squad will be staging a Mountain Pets Rummage Sale on Saturday, May 17 at the corner of Highway 18 and Kuffel Canyon Road in Skyforest and the group will be offering some unique items donated by mountain residents.
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New Search Fails to Locate Man Over Side (Update)
Full Response bvy Emergency Crews
May 11, 2008

An additional search Saturday failed to locate any sign of a man over the side of the mountain near the Crestline Bridge. Authorities now believe it was an apparent false alarm based on mistaken informaton.
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ConcertMaster Series Features Tenor Jonathan Mack
May 18 at Lake Arrowhead Country Club
May 11, 2008

The Arrowhead Arts Association will present the final performance of this year's ConcertMaster Series at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club on Sunday, May 18 featuring tenor Jonathan Mack.
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Grow Your Business Green Workshop
Tips on Waste Reduction and Recycling
May 11, 2008

Local businesses are invited to a free workshop on Tuesday, May 20 that is designed to reduce their carbon footprint and possibly make some green while they're at it!
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Wildfire Preparedness Day May 31
Agencies On hand to Assist Homeowners
May 11, 2008

On May 31, San Bernardino mountain residents are invited to Fire Preparedness Day starting at 10 a.m. Parking is available at Grandview Elementary School in Twin Peaks.
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Young Americans Headline Two Concerts
Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center
May 10, 2008

Big Bear's Caitlyn Barney will be appearing later this month on the stage of the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center (PAC) when The Young Americans present a double performance on Saturday, May 24.
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The Spencers Theatre of Illusion
An Ideal Gift for Mother’s Day
May 9, 2008

A Mother's Day matinee at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center featured The Spencers Theatre of Illusion.
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Hunt for Coyote Continues (Update)
One Animal Confirmed Killed
May 9, 2008

California Department of Fish and Game officials are continuing their search for the coyote that attacked a two-year-old Lake Arrowhead girl on Tuesday. Officials confirm at least one coyote has been killed.
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A Tribute To My Mother...and Yours!
May 9, 2008

On Mother's Day 2008, I want to pay tribute to My Mom and Mothers everywhere because I realize that as a child gets bigger, taller and older nothing changes because in a Mom's heart it doesn't mean a thing
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Coyote Attack Victim Released from Hospital (Update)
COPS Distributet Coyote Warnings
May 8, 2008

A 2-year-old Lake Arrowhead girl was released from the hospital late Wednesday after suffering bite wounds May 6 when a coyote attacked her in front yard of a residence in the 28700 block of Laurel Drive.
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Do Not Feed Wildlife!
Fish and Game Reminder
May 8, 2008

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Water Conservation Topic of Calendar Contest
Lake Arrowhead Community Services District
May 8, 2008

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Business Property Statements Due May 7
Also Deadline for Vessel Property Statements
May 7, 2008

Mountain business owners are reminded that May 7 was the deadline to file a business property statement to avoid a 10 percent penalty. It was also the deadline for submitting vessel property statements.
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Caltrans Held Crestline Community Meeting
San Moritz Lodge
May 7, 2008

Caltrans invited Crestline and other mountain residents to participate in a special community meeting to update the public about upcoming roadwork. The meeting was held May 7 at the San Moritz Lodge.
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HERSTORY Luncheon to Saluted Big Bear Woman
Status of Women Awards Luncheon
May 7, 2008

Carol Mulvihill from Union Bank in Big Bear was honored May 7 during the San Bernardino County Commission on the Status of Women's Annual Herstory Luncheon and Awards presentation at the San Bernardino Hilton.
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Poll Workers Needed for June 3 Primary
Deadline Set for May 19
May 6, 2008

The San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters needs people in the mountain communities willing to serve as poll workers during the Tuesday, June 3 Statewide Primary election.
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CHP Urges Motorcyclists to Drive Defensively
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
May 6, 2008

"May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in California," according to California Highway Patrol spokesperson Gary Fernandez. "Last year, we had five motorcycle fatalities on our mountain roads and one already this year and all were related to driver error and/or driving at unsafe speeds."
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CHP Children’s Book Drive Ends
Running Springs Office Collecting Items
May 5, 2008

The California Highway Patrol in Running Springs is just one of the agencies collecting new and gently used children's books as part of the 7th Annual Cesar E. Chavez Children's Book Drive. The drive ended May 5.
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Getting Ready to Rumble!
Caltrans Project Nears Completion
May 5, 2008

For the past couple of weeks, a Caltrans contractor has been refurbishing the rumble strips on a 7-mile stretch of Highway 18 from the Crestline Bridge to just above Lower Waterman Canyon Road. The work is expected to be completed this week.
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Crews Clearing Rocks in Arctic Circle
Beware of the Nighttime Cone Zone
May 5, 2008

Caltrans crews are continuing to work each night through Thursday to clear rocks in the Artic Circle area of Highway 18 and motorists are urged to use caution when driving in the region.
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Avoid the Cinco de Mayo DUI Task Force
Don't Drink and Drive
May 4, 2008

Avoid the 25 DUI Campaign is deploying special overtime patrols this weekend to stop and arrest impaired drivers celebrating Cinco de Mayo around the region.
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Operation Provider Spring Makeover Held
Dinner and Fund-Raiser
May 4, 2008

The 4th Annual Spring Makeover took center stage at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa at 4 p.m. May 4 with Operation Provider the beneficiary of the fund-raising event.
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Sample Ballots Are In the Mail!
June 3 Primary Election Materials
May 4, 2008

Mountain residents will soon be receiving the San Bernardino County sample ballot booklets for the upcoming June 3 statewide Primary Election.
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County Supervisors Saluted by WeTip
Awards to Gonzales and Mitzelfelt
May 4, 2008

Two members of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors collected awards from WeTip during the group's National Conference in Ontario.
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Potential School Budget Cuts No Masquerade
Rim High PTSA Plans A Party
May 4, 2008

Members of the Rim High School PTSA (Parent-Teachers-Student Association) are organizing a "different" kind of fund-raiser on Saturday, May 31—a Mardi Gras Style Masquerade Party at Lake Arrowhead Country Club.
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Running Springs Home Tour (Update)
Chamber of Commerce Event
May 3, 2008

The Third Annual Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce Home Tour will be held TODAY starting at 10 a.m. at the Hootman Senior Center.
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Free Backyard Composting Workshop
Solid Waste Management Division Program
May 3, 2008

Mountain area residents are invited to go green and participate in a Composting Workshop being held May 3 at Roxanna's Garden in Crestline.
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Memorial Highway Now Honors Fallen Marine (Update)
First Lieutenant Jared M. Landaker
May 3, 2008

A 10-mile stretch of Highway 38 is now the First Lieutenant Jared M. Landaker Memorial Highway.
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Emergency Alert Sirens to Sound
Scheduled the First Saturday of Each Month
May 2, 2008

A full volume test of the four Big Bear Valley Emergency Alert System (EAS) sirens will be conducted at 12 noon May 3.
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Caltrans Road Work Meeting in Running Springs
Update on Roadwork on Mountain Roadways
May 1, 2008

Caltrans invites mountain residents to participate in the May 1 meeting in Running Springs to update the public on upcoming roadwork that will impact commuters, tourists and local traffic.
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SLOW DOWN On Mountain Roads
Safe Roads Committee Campaign
May 1, 2008

Motorists in the mountain communities are urged to SLOW DOWN on local roadways to help reduce the number of traffic fatalities. The campaign was launched yesterday by the Safe Roads Committee.
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Date Set for Pinecones and Pineapples Fund-raiser
Mountain Community Scholarship Event
May 1, 2008

The date has been set for the 2008 edition of Pinecones & Pineapples—July 13—to raise money for California State University, San Bernardino scholarships under the Mountain Community Scholarship Committee.
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Total Meltdown on Highway 330 (Update)
A Real Scoop for ROTW
May 1, 2008

It was a total meltdown on Highway 330 this morning and a Rocky Road for motorists near the City Creek Ranger Station as a truck carrying 5-gallon containers of ice cream began losing a portion of its load.
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Students Gather on National Day of Prayer
Offer Prayers at County Government Center
May 1, 2008

About 40 young people gathered on the lawn of the San Bernardino County Government Center in Twin Peaks during their lunchtime to offer prayers on the National Day of Prayer.
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Explorer Program Holds First Session
Applications Now Available
April 30, 2008

The Big Bear Sheriff's Station held its first Explorer Program meeting April 30.
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Big Bear Sheriffs Station Newest Discussion Board
Introduced by RIMOFTHEWORLD.net
April 30, 2008

RIMOFTHEWORLD.net has introduced the newest discussion board under Emergency Services—Big Bear Sheriff's Station.
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Lake Gregory Self Storage Mixer (Update)
Crestline Chamber of Commerce Event
April 30, 2008

Lake Gregory Self Storage had a Crestline Chamber of Commerce Mixer last night including a barbecue, ribbon cutting and presentation of a resolution from Assemblyman Anthony Adams.
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Rumble Strips Being Refurbished on Highway 18 (Update)
Slow for the Cone Zone
April 30, 2008

Caltrans crews are refurbishing the rumble strips on the centerline of Highway 18 from the Crestline Bridge (18/138) to just above Lower Waterman Canyon Road. Completion of the project is expected in a few days.
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Gas Leak In Lake Arrowhead Capped (Update 3)
Anxious Moments Until Gas Company Arrival
April 30, 2008

The San Bernardino County Fire Department reports the gas leak in the 400 block of South Grass Valley Road in Lake Arrowhead has been capped.
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Hansberger Presents Occupancy Tax Check
Lake Arrowhead Chamber of Commerce the Recipient
April 30, 2008

San Bernardino County Supervisor Dennis Hansberger has presented a check for $132,544 to the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce to promote tourism and recreation.
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Crestline Boat Takes A First Place Trophy
61st Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race
April 30, 2008

Attitude Adjustment 2 with several Crestline residents onboard, not only participated in the 61st Newport to Ensenada International yacht race, but also beat wicked winds to win a coveted first place trophy.
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Defending the Caveman in Big Bear
Performing Arts Center Foundation Presentation
April 29, 2008

Defending the Caveman, a blend of stand-up comedy, lecture and therapy session, took to the stage at the Big Bear Performing Arts Center (PAC) April 30.
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Injured Hang Glider Pilot Extracted (Update 3)
Aircraft Went Down Near Highway 330
April 29, 2008

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department extracted the unidentified pilot of a downed hang glider about three miles from Heaps Peak. The pilot sustained minor injuries.
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Lawn Mower Spark Ignites Arrowhead Fire (Update 4)
Blaze Near Wildwood Dog Park
April 29, 2008

The 5-acre Arrowhead Fire near Highway 18 and the Wildwood Dog Park was declared fully contained at 7 p.m. yesterday. A spark from a riding lawn mower apparently started the blaze.
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Smoke Advisory In Effect for San Bernardino Mountains
Avoid Unnecessary Outdoor Activities
April 29, 2008

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has issued another smoke advisory today for portions of the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Full Response to Manzanita Fire (Update 5)
Quickly Knocked Down by Firefighters
April 28, 2008

Air attack units combined with ground crews quickly knocked down a 1-2 acre fire off Highway 330 near the middle passing lane Saturday afternoon. Forest Service Road 1N09 is closed for the season.
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Ambassadors Delight Rim High Audience
Boys and Girls Club HEROES Deserve Rematch
April 28, 2008

The laughs, applause and smiles told the story Sunday night when the Harlem Ambassadors played a benefit basketball game at Rim High School in Blue Jay against the Boys & Girls Club HEROES.
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Pianist Appears at ConcertMaster Series
International Piano Virtuoso Alan Gampel.
April 27, 2008

The Arrowhead Arts Association presented the second ConcertMaster Series performance at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club April 27 featuring international piano virtuoso Alan Gampel.
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Actor Chris McDonald Coaches Heroes
Benefit Basketball Game April 27
April 27, 2008

Actor Chris McDonald has been named Honorary Coach of the Boys & Girls Club HEROES when they faced off April 27 against the internationally acclaimed Harlem Ambassadors at Rim High School.
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Meals On Wheels Spaghetti Dinner
Twin Peaks Senior Center
April 27, 2008

Mountain Meals on Wheels invites residents to participate in their annual fund-raising Spaghetti Dinner April 27 starting at 4 p.m. at the Twin Peaks Senior Center.
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Fishing Derby Opened Lake Gregory Season
Complex Opens Saturday at 7 a.m.
April 26, 2008

Lake Gregory Regional Park opened yesterday and the Crestline Chamber of Commerce hosted its first Trout Fishing Derby.
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Be On the Lookout for Mountain Lions
Word of Caution from Sheriff's Department
April 26, 2008

The Twin Peaks Sheriff's Station reminds parents and local residents to be on the lookout for mountain lions with warmer weather approaching.
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Rebuilding Day Brings Smiles to Homeowners
Mini-Makeovers for Five Homes TODAY
April 26, 2008

The smiles of the five homeowners when the Rebuilding Together Mountain Communities volunteers finish the mini-makeovers of their homes TODAY will tell an important story about the efforts of skilled and non-skilled tradespeople.
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Three Year Old Boy Located Safe
April 25, 2008

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department has located a mising toddler after conducting a ground an aerial search for the three-year-old boy in the Valley of Enchantment area.
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Fate of Bear Now Up to Predators in Action (Update)
911 Transcript Released by Authorities
April 24, 2008

State and county officials report the fate of Rocky, the five-year-old Grizzly bear involved in the fatal incident that killed 39-year-old Stephan Miller is now up to the victim's cousin who owns Predators in Action. Authorities also released the 911 transcripts to news media.
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Lake Arrowhead County Club Hosted Chinese Mixer
April Chamber of Commerce Get Together
April 24, 2008

The Lake Arrowhead Country Club staged a Chinese-themed mixer April 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. with the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce.
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Hansberger Requests Forest Service Staffing Update
Letter to Forest Supervisor Jeanne Wade-Evans
April 24, 2008

Third District Supervisor Dennis Hansberger has raised concern over challenges facing the US Forest Service's San Bernardino National Forest, in staffing of its firefighting resources with qualified personnel for the coming fire season.
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Dinner and Auction Benefits Rebuilding Together (Update 2)
Rim O' the World Association of Realtors
April 23, 2008

The Annual Rebuilding Together benefit dinner, dance and auction sponsored by the Rim O' the World Association of Realtors raised several thousand dollars for the non-profit organization.
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Forest Service Open House
Sessions to Discuss Post Fire Fuels Reduction
April 23, 2008

A major fuels reduction project slated by the US Forest Service covering 27,600 acres including prescribed burns will be one of the topics of a community meeting in Running Springs Apr. 23rd.
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Fate of Bear That Killed Trainer Decided (Update 4)
April 23, 2008

The trainer at Predators In Action, a Big Bear wild animal compound, that died from injuries sustained during an attack by a Grizzly bear has been identified. The fate of the bear has now been determined.
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Big Bear Walk MS Attracts About 500 Participants (Update)
One Destination. A World Free of MS
April 21, 2008

Big Bear Walk MS on Saturday allowed individuals and teams to join the movement to help bring the end of MS one step closer. Final results won't be in for a few days but organizers report a preliminary figure in excess of $36,000.
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Caltrans Delays Highway 18 Construction Project (Update)
Rumble Strips Being Refurbished
April 21, 2008

Caltrans has delayed a construction project to refurbish the rumble strips on the centerline of Highway 18 from the Crestline Bridge (18/138) to just above Lower Waterman Canyon Road for at least a week!
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Weather Halts Lone Pine Canyon Controlled Burns
Object to Decrease Wildfire Threat
April 21, 2008

The Lone Pine Canyon Fuels Treatment Project has been temporarily suspended due to weather conditions in the burn area.
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Tickets Still Available for Harlem Ambassadors (Update)
Save By Purchasing Advance Tickets
April 20, 2008

The internationally acclaimed Harlem Ambassadors will be visiting the San Bernardino Mountains for a benefit game at Rim of the World High School on April 27 at 7 p.m.
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Spring Art Show Ends
Presented by the Mountain Arts Network
April 20, 2008

The Mountain Arts Network (M.A.N) concluded the organization's Spring Group Show at the Burnt Mill Beach Club April 20 at 5 p.m.
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Captain Vance Tomaselli Memorial BBQ
Designed to Help Retire Huge Medical Expenses
April 20, 2008

Firefighters in Angelus Oaks held a Captain Vance Tomaselli Memorial BBQ at Fire Station 15 April 20 to help the family retire huge medical expenses.
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Habitat for Humanity Seeking Family
Informational Meeting Scheduled
April 20, 2008

If your family, or a family you know, is in need of affordable housing, Big Bear Valley Habitat for Humanity may have a solution. April 20 at 2.30 p.m., Habitat held an informational meeting for interested families at the Big Bear Presbyterian Church.
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RIMOFTHEWORLD.net Party A Success
Open House Held at Running Springs Headquarters
April 20, 2008

Several hundred people attended yesterday's RIMOFTHEWORLD.net Open House and Barbecue held at the Running Springs headquarters.
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Child Molesters Living in Day Care Centers (Update)
Assemblyman Adams Shocked by Audit
April 19, 2008

Assemblyman Anthony Adams (R-Hesperia) is shocked by an audit that shows 49 registered sex offenders living at 46 child day care facilities throughout the state including one in San Bernardino. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has pledged to prevent future occurances.
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Grand Jury Applications Close
Deadline Was April 18
April 18, 2008

The San Bernardino County Superior Court has stopped looking for volunteers to serve on the 2008-2009 Grand Jury. Applications closed April 18.
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Mountain Top Hiking Club Schedules Events
Enjoy Hiking with Friends
April 18, 2008

The Mountain Top Hiking Club (MTHC) invites individuals interested in exploring the San Bernardino Mountains to join their upcoming events.
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Getting Ready for Kindergarten
Orientation TONIGHT
April 17, 2008

All three Bear Valley Unified School District elementary schools held kindergarten orientation for parents on April 17.
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Rollout Begins for Disaster Response Trailers (Update)
Community Emergency Response Team Facilities
April 17, 2008

A Disaster Preparedness and Response Trailer will be rolled into Big Bear City for utilization by the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) in the next few days. Supervisors rolled out the first unit earlier this week.
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Connection to Cruise Hosted Chamber Mixer
Thursday at The Bus Stop
April 17, 2008

CONNECTION to CRUISE (CTC) played host to the Running Springs Chamber of Commerce's April 17 Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. The event was staged at The Bus Stop at 32150 Hilltop Boulevard.
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Family Claims Cremated Remains
Urns Located Near Highway 330
April 17, 2008

The San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner put out a request for assistance from the public in finding family members to claim the cremated remains of a couple found recently by hikers at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains near Highway 330.
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Contractors Honor Assemblyman Paul Cook
Legislator of the Year
April 16, 2008

Assemblyman Paul Cook (R-Yucca Valley) has been honored as the Legislator of the Year by the Associated Builders and Contractors of California.
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Senior Nutrition, After School Care and Literacy Programs Funded
Community Development Block Grant Allocations
April 16, 2008

Senior nutrition, after school care, and literacy programs were among those funded in Second District Supervisor Paul Biane's service area under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
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Supervisor Hansberger Testifies in Sacramento
Seeking Relief for Arrowhead Manor Water Company
April 16, 2008

Supervisor Dennis Hansberger was in Sacramento yesterday to testify before the Assembly Local Government Committee seeking relief for Arrowhead Manor Water Company in Cedar Glen.
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YOU'RE INVITED To Our Party
April 16, 2008

Scott, Dave, Vicki and Mike invite you to a special RIMOFTHEWORLD.net Party this Saturday from noon to 4 p.m.
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Council Committee Evaluates Green Sustainability Efforts
City of Big Bear Lake News Release
April 15, 2008

In early 2007, the City Council appointed a Green Sustainability Efforts Committee to examine the City's current green practices and those possible for the future. The committee then makes recommendations to the full Council.
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Feinstein Requests New Forest Service Report (Update)
Forest Service Will Reply
April 14, 2008

Senator Dianne Feinstein has sent a strongly worded letter to the US Forest Service requesting a detailed plan to address serious staffing shortages in the agency's firefighting corps in the San Bernardino National Forest. The Fortest Service has promised a reply.
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And the Awards Goes To…
Film Festival Honors Filmmakers
April 14, 2008

The feature film Greetings from the Shore won Best-of-the-Best honors at the recently completed Lake Arrowhead Film Festival.
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Star-Studded Gala Awards Event
Lake Arrowhead Film Festival
April 13, 2008

The four searchlights in front of the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa Friday night served notice that something special was taking place during the Lake Arrowhead Film Festival's Gala Awards Dinner.
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Ski Season Ends
Bear Mountain and Snow Summit Closed
April 13, 2008

Bear Mountain and Snow Summit Resorts will close for the season at 4 p.m. yesterday.
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Film Festival Gets Gold Star for Helping Touch of Home
Agency Needs $ 20,000 for Postage
April 13, 2008

The Lake Arrowhead Film Festival earned a gold star when it invited Touch of Home to set up a display and receive a portion of ticket sales at a Saturday showing to help raise $20,000 for postage to send donated items to deployed troops.
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Firefighters Flipped for MS
Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station
April 12, 2008

The Big Bear City Professional Firefighters Association flipped pancakes April 12 at the Big Bear City Fire Station (301 West Big Bear Boulevard) to benefit MS.
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Then She Found Me Plays to SRO Crowd
Film Festival Continues Through April 13
April 11, 2008

The Lake Arrowhead Film Festival kicked-off last night with actress Helen Hunt's directorial debut, Then She Found Me playing to an SRO crowd in the Acorn Theater.
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Plane Crash Under Investigation (Update 2)
Dean William Carson
April 11, 2008

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) began their investigation yesterday near Butler Peak into the plabe crash that killed 52-year-old Dean William Carson.
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Tree Prevents Plunge Off Lake Gregory Drive
Driver Airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center
April 11, 2008

The driver of a late model Jeep Wrangler was airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center Thursday evening but the transport wasn't necessary because of injuries sustained when his vehicle came in contact with a large tree.
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June Lockhart: Lifetime Achievement Award
Lake Arrowhead Film Festival
April 11, 2008

Tonight at the Lake Arrowhead Film Festival, June Lockhart will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award not far from where she grew up in Lake Arrowhead.
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Big Rig Accident Kills Driver
Highway 138 at Interstate 15
April 10, 2008

The 50-year-old driver of a big rig was killed Wednesday morning at the intersection of Highway 138 and Interstate 15 in the Cajon Pass.
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Community Blood Drive Draws A Crowd
Stater Bros Parking Lot
April 9, 2008

Donors Gave Hope. Gave Life. Gave Blood during the community blood drive held yesterday in the Stater Bros. parking lot of Lake Arrowhead Village from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Shingle Roof to Soon Be History!
Rim of the World Historical Society Museum
April 9, 2008

It won't be long before the shingle roof on Old Fire Station #94 in Lake Arrowhead will be history thanks to action taken yesterday by the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors.
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THIS WEEK IS. . .
National Work Zone Awareness Week
April 7, 2008

National Work Zone Awareness Week started Monday along with several other special weeks including National Library, Garden, National Blue Ribbon, Explore Your Career Options, National Public Health and National Networking Week.
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Rim Students On Spring Break
Bear Valley Students Back In Class
April 7, 2008

Rim of the World Unified students are on spring break while Bear Valley Unified classes have resumed.
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Lights! Camera! Lake Arrowhead Film Festival!
April 10-13 at Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
April 7, 2008

There will be plenty of action when you attend the Lake Arrowhead Film Festival April 10-13 at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa. You're sure to see interesting films and passionate filmmakers and plenty of star power.
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Smoother Streets for Grass Valley Neighborhoods
Repairing Pot Holes, Sealing Creaks and Resurfacing Streets
April 6, 2008

Smoother streets are just ahead for five roads in the Grass Valley area of Lake Arrowhead thanks to the action of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors.
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Three Searchers Recover Body of Missing Hiker (Update 2)
Remote Area Near Green Valley Lake
April 5, 2008

Three Rim of the World Search and Rescue team recovered the body of missing hiker Dean Gordon Christy in a remote area north of Christy's Green Valley Lake cabin.
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Four EAS Sirens to Wail
Scheduled the First Saturday of Each Month
April 5, 2008

A full volume test of the four Big Bear Valley Emergency Alert System (EAS) sirens were conducted at 12 noon April 5.
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ReLeaf Volunteers Really Dig Seedlings
2008 Planting Season Ends
April 5, 2008

Some 25,000 seedlings are already in the ground under the Mountain Communities Wildfire ReLeaf program and the efforts of volunteers was so successful the April 12 scheduled planting has been cancelled.
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New Deputy Forest Supervisor Named
San Bernardino National Forest
April 4, 2008

Thomas F. Gillett has been selected as the new Deputy Forest Supervisor of the San Bernardino National Forest (NF).
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Senator Puts Forest Service on Hot Seat
Full Staffing Promised for SBNF
April 3, 2008

Senator Dianne Feinstein put the US Foirest Service on the hot seat Tuesday during Senate hearings on the agency's budget relating to firefighter retention and its impact on wildfire protection during the upcoming fire season.
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Free Day for Residents at County Fair
Supervisors Underwite May 12 Admission
April 3, 2008

County residents will be able to attend the San Bernardino County Fair free of charge on May 12 thanks to action taken by the Board of Supervisors.
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Painting the Hillside…With Daffodils (New Photos)
The Daffodil Garden Closes April 6
April 2, 2008

Gene (Alma) and Dale Bauer are very private people but enjoy sharing The Daffodil Garden with visitors between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily. The garden will close at 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 6.
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Film Addicts Present Cabinet of Dr. Caligari
Mountain Arts Gallery in Skyforest
April 2, 2008

Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920) will be the feature film April 2 presented by the "Film Addicts Syndicate" at the Mountain Arts Gallery in Skyforest.
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Thai Dance Troop Performs
Lake Arrowhead Community Presbyterian Church
April 2, 2008

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ELECTION: Democratic Congressional Debate
41st Congressional District Race
April 1, 2008

Three Democratic candidates hoping to run against Congressman Jerry Lewis (R-Redlands) will debate issues during a 6:30 p.m. Town Hall meeting tonight in Big Bear.
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Crestline Buys Liberty Bell
Helps Reduce the National Debt
April 1, 2008

Following months of behind-the-scenes fund-raising efforts, Crestline announced today they have purchased the Liberty Bell in an effort to help the United States government reduce the national debt.
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West Nile Virus Season Starts Early
One County Death Reported in 2007
April 1, 2008

The West Nile Virus season is off to an early start this year prompting San Bernardino County Vector Control officials to launch seasonal monitoring of birds for the mosquito-transmitted disease.
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April is National Donate Life Month
County Supervisors Endorse Declaration
April 1, 2008

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors have unanimously declared the month of April as "National Donate Life Month."
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ConcertMaster Series (Update)
Advance Ticket Sales Only
March 30, 2008

The Arrowhead Arts Association presented the first of its 8th Annual ConcertMaster Series yesterday. The chamber music concert series continues April 27 and May 18 at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club.
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Lookouts Stand Guard Over San Bernardino Mountains
Volunteers Sought for Fire Host Program
March 30, 2008

Fire lookouts have been standing guard over the San Bernardino National Forest for over 70 years and the tradition will continue this summer. Volunteers to staff the lookouts are currently being recruited for the 2008 season.
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Funeral Service Held for Head-on Traffic Victim (Update)
A Tribute to Jaime Albornoz
March 29, 2008

Services have been held for Jaime Albornoz, 30, from Diamond Bar and his eldest brother has paid tribute to the young man who succumbed to injuries sustained in a head-on traffic accident on Highway 18 on Easter Sunday.
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Non-profit Resource Book Now Available
Supervisor Biane Press Release
March 29, 2008

Supervisor Paul Biane has announced the 2008 edition of the "Resource Book for San Bernardino County Non-profits" is now available for free online or on CD.
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Fire Engine Red Lockers Installed at Station 50
A Gift of Running Springs Resident and Rusco, Inc.
March 29, 2008

Fire engine red lockers now line two walls at Running Springs Fire Station 50 donated by a thankful resident who appreciated the job done during the Slide Fire by local firefighters.
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An Amazing Show of Community Involvement
Non-Profit Organizations With A Common Goal
March 28, 2008

Thursday evening something really amazing happened!
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New Rental Fees for San Mortiz Lodge Questioned
Regional Parks Director Offers Temporary Fix
March 28, 2008

Over 20 non-profit organizations carrying small picket signs showed up at the Crestline Municipal Advisory Committee (MAC) meeting Thursday night to question the need for increased rental fees for the San Moritz Lodge. They came away with a way around the new fees.
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Edison Clarifies Tree Removal Termination
Impacts Only Homeowner Reimbursement Program
March 27, 2008

SCE has once again sent a letter to property owners in the Bark Beetle infested area of the San Bernardino Mountains attempting to clarify the termination of the company's Tree Removal Reimbursement Program.
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Expanded Recycling Agreements Applauded
Hansberger Praises Big Bear Lake and San Bernardino
March 27, 2008

Third District Supervisor Dennis Hansberger applauded expanded recycling agreements with the cities of Big Bear Lake and San Bernardino.
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Help Save A Life: Donate Blood
Bloodmobile at Rim High School
March 27, 2008

The Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties will be accepting students and faculty blood donors from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 27 and community donors from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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Sex Offenders Can’t Operate Ice Cream Trucks (Update)
Assemblyman Cook Introduces Legislation
March 26, 2008

Assemblyman Paul Cook (R-Yucca Valley doesn't want registered sex offenders operating ice cream trucks and San Bernardino County agrees.
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Injuries Claim Head-On Accident Victim (Update 2)
March 26, 2008

A head-on accident Easter Sunday on Highway 18 just inside the San Bernardino City limits has claimed the life of the driver of the Honda Accord.
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County Contributes to Idol Camp Branding Rights (Update 2)
March 26, 2008

Idol Camp at Pali Mountain could add the word Lake Arrowhead to the title if the current fund-raising effort is successful.
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Fire Survival Seminar: Having It Built
March 29 at Community Baptist Church
March 26, 2008

A free fire survival seminar offering a practical guide to purchasing construction featuring Bill Dexter will be held Saturday at the Community Baptist Church of Lake Arrowhead.
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Students Sing About Gun Safety
Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program
March 26, 2008

A seven-minute animated video featuring Eddie Eagle and a catchy song designed to establish a plan of action for children if they encounter a firearm was shown to five different assemblies at Valley of Enchantment Elementary School on Tuesday
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New Crestline Library Goes Silver
Supervisors Boost Design Budget
March 26, 2008

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors has increased the design budget for the planned Crestline Library so architects can incorporate Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver standards in the building design.
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More Tourists Headed to Mountain Communities
Transient Occupancy Tax Funds Allocated
March 26, 2008

San Bernardino County Supervisors voted Tuesday to distribute $260,000 to designated chambers of commerce in unincorporated areas to promote tourism.
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Chamber Marathon Meeting March 25
Big Bear Marathon Set for September 6
March 25, 2008

The Fawnskin Chamber hosted a meeting March 25 on the impact of the Big Bear Marathon on local communities. The public was invited to attend the presentation on the September 6 marathon.
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Dutton Has New Role in State Budget Crisis
Vice Chair of Senate Budget Committee
March 25, 2008

Senator Bob Dutton (R-Rancho Cucamonga), who represents the mountain communities in Sacramento, has been named Vice Chair of the Senate Budget Committee.
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Mountain Arts Galley Hosts Chamber Mixer
Crestline Chamber of Commerce
March 25, 2008

The Crestline Chamber of Commerce's March Mixer was held at the Mountain Arts Gallery in Skyforest starting at 5 p.m. on March 25.
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An Illegal Campfire in Parking Lot
San Moritz Lodge in Crestline
March 24, 2008

Crest Forest Fire personnel responded to a reported illegal campfire in the parking lot of the San Moritz Lodge at 7:18 p.m. Sunday evening.
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Child Airlifted to Loma Linda Hospital (Update)
Anaheim Mercy Air Helicopter
March 24, 2008

A young child was airlifted to the Loma Linda University Medical Center's Pediatric Care Unit Sunday evening after reportedly being involved in a quad accident in the Valley of Enchantment area.
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Catalytic Converter May Have Caused Spot Fires (Update)
Several Small Blazes Along Highway
March 24, 2008

Several spot fires along Highway 38 may have been caused by a catalytic converter coming apart and not the work of an arsonist.
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HAPPY EASTER: I Eat the Chocolate Ears First!
March 23, 2008

When it comes to Easter candy, I prefer solid milk chocolate bunnies and always eat the ears first!
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Easter Bunny Attends Crestline Hop-A-Long (Update 4)
Crestline Chamber of Commerce Event
March 22, 2008

A special appearance by the Easter Bunny at the Crestline Chamber's Hop-A-Long event on Saturday delighted young and old alike.
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ReLeaf Volunteers Plant More Seedlings
Recovery Effort in Burn Areas
March 22, 2008

Over 45 volunteers signed up to plant seedlings in burn areas today under the Mountain Communities ReLeaf Program.
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Free Easter Egg Hunt
Soroptimist International of Big Bear Valley
March 22, 2008

Soroptomist International of Big Bear Valley staged a free Easter Egg Hunt for local children from 10 a.m. to noon at Pine Summit Christian Camp on Saturday.
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Waterman Avenue Accident Involved Mountain Residents
Highway 18 Shut Down for Several Hours
March 22, 2008

Six people were hospitalized with minor injuries Friday afternoon including several individuals with mountain connections following a three-vehicle crash on Waterman Avenue that ended up with one vehicle on its roof.
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Spring Break Underway in Bear Valley Unified
Rim of the World Spring Break April 7 to 14
March 21, 2008

Bear Valley Unified School District students are now on Spring Break and don't have to return to classes until Monday, April 7.
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Winter Weather Takes Toll on Big Bear Streets
Keep Your Eyes On the Road Campaign
March 21, 2008

The continual freezing, thawing, freezing, thawing all winter took its toll on Big Bear Lake streets causing potholes. But the fix is just a phone call away.
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Vehicles Blocking Snow Plows Sign Attracts Attention (Update)
Caltrans Explains Sign
March 20, 2008

A new sign on Highway 18 advising motorists about "Vehicles blocking snow plows" is catching the attention of a lot of commuters. Caltrans has issued a response.
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Whisper Creek Chamber Mixer (Update 2)
Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
March 19, 2008

Attendees at the Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce Mixer were promised a special tour of Whisper Creek Log Homes, super weather, great food and beverages and plenty of opportunity drawing prizes.
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Allowing Foster Children to Graduate on Time Endorsed
Supervisors Support AB 2138 by Assemblyman Adams
March 19, 2008

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors has endorsed Assembly Bill 2138 by Assemblyman Anthony Adams requiring school districts to permit foster children to graduate on time.
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Micro Quakes Rattle Windows
No Damage Reported
March 19, 2008

Two micro quakes rattled windows in and around Lake Arrowhead and Crestline Wednesday. No damage was reported.
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Caltrans Projects Impact Mountain Roadways
Slow for the Cone Zone!
March 18, 2008

Caltrans is once again doing maintenance roadwork on several San Bernardino County mountain routes. Expect delays on SR-18, SR-38 and SR-330.
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Help for An Injured Hiker
Two Hikers Answer the Call for Help
March 18, 2008

A faint cry of "help" started an amazing story about how two hikers played a role in the rescue of an injured San Diego physician and his son in the San Gorgonio Wilderness.
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SOLD OUT Performances for Wizard of Oz (Update 4)
Off to See the Wizard A Huge Success!
March 17, 2008

Dorothy and Toto appeared at the Rim High School Performing Arts Center for five magical SOLD OUT performances of The Wizard of Oz.
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Twelve Hour Ordeal for Hiker and Son (Update 3)
A Successful Search and Rescue Effort
March 17, 2008

Rescuers helped a San Diego father and son survive in the San Gorgonio Wilderness after 59-year-old John Vaughn fell down a 200-foot ice chute. Vaughn broke his arm during the incident on Saturday.
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