Mountain Matters

In this bonus cast,  we sit down with City of Big Bear Lake three-term councilmember and two-time mayor Randy Putz. We discuss his background, how he came to call Big Bear Valley home, his views on the biggest challenges facing the city, what he's most excited about for the future, his thoughts on Replenish Big Bear, and of course our rapid-fire questions. 

In this episode, we discuss the passing of former BVCHD CEO John Friel, a free "Parenting in a Digital World" seminar hosted by BVUSD, The lake's highest level since 2013, Maifest's steinholding stakes, upcoming events, and more. 

In this episode, we discuss the lack of closure on Replenish Big Bear, an update on the city's West End Development Committee, openings of spring locations, and several upcoming events. 

In this episode we break down the latest BBARWA meeting on Replenish Big Bear, discuss and new sustainability store in town, brace for more heavy snow this weekend, talk about local Earth Day events, and update listeners on new the Big Bear Pet Food Pantry.  

In this episode, we discuss a pivotal point in the Replenish Big Bear Project, progress in the Castle Rock Trailhead Parking Lot project, a successful Polar Plunge, a new Mountain Transit bus tracker and app, the City's purchase of the former Pong's restaurant and upcoming events. 

In this episode, we discuss the departure of VCA Lakeside Animal Hospital, a new West End Development Committee, a winter parking citation recap and announcement of a new city app, a speed bump for Replenish Big Bear, dimming hopes for Eagle pips, and an upcoming Health Fair. 

In this episode, we discuss the City of Big Bear Lake Special meeting held to discuss filling the vacancy of recently resigned Councilmember Bynette Mote,  Big Bear City CSD's progress on solving solid waste issues, a Big Bear Ham Radio Event, a great season but tough loss in the Championship for the Bears Basketball team and more. 

In this episode, we discuss the closure of Big Bear Valley's only movie theater due to the tragic passing of its longtime owner, progress in the Tractor Supply Store project, the Big Bear High School Boys Basketball Team's dominant playoff run and upcoming championship game, fire abatement recap, and more. 

In this episode, we discuss the resignation of City of Big Bear Lake Councilmember Bynette Mote, a re-filed recall notice against City of Big Bear Lake Mayor Perri Melnick, Community Block Grant Funds that went to local organizations, weather, the polar plunge, and more. 

In this episode, we discuss the oncoming storms, a 3-egg clutch laid by resident Eagles Jackie and Shadow,  an extended comment period for Replenish Big Bear, the latest City of Big Bear Lake news, and upcoming events and meetings.

In this bonus episode, we take a deep dive with City of Big Bear Lake Mayor Perri Melnick to learn more about her background, exciting upcoming projects for the City of Big Bear Lake as well as challenges and of course our rapid-fire questions. 

In this episode, we discuss the upcoming retirement of BVUSD Superintendent Mary Suzuki and the man chosen to fill her shoes, Manny Marquez, public comments sought on the Castle Rock Parking Lot and Replenish Big Bear, Blood Donor Month and Ski California Safety Day. 

In this episode, we discuss several of the new California laws that went into effect January 1, events to book for 2024, a free Naloxone training session, the winter's first significant snowfall and more.  

In this bonus cast we get to know Big Bear City CSD Director Michael Eagleson, one of the Valley's newest leaders. Eagleson was appointed to the board to fill the seat of Director John Green after his untimely passing. 

In this episode, we discuss new Big Bear Fire Authority Board Leadership, a Moonridge Corridor Project Award, yet another City of Big Bear Lake recall effort and New Year's activities around the mountain. 

In this episode, we discuss the first time in the City of Big Bear Lake's history that women have filled the role of both Mayor and Mayor Pro tem, upcoming events, Dialysis' debut at BVCHD, a Replenish Big Bear update and more. 

In this episode we discuss the upcoming free screening of Paradise Paradox, sponsored by Big Bear Mountain Resort and centering around mental health challenges faced by America's mountain towns; the return of Big Bear Lake Rotary's free senior luncheon; Kael Jex's dominant season and upcoming events and visits from Santa. 

In this episode, we discuss the City of Big Bear Lake seeking public input on a park visioning plan,  a pet food drive at Moonridge Coffee, BBHS Cross Country Star Kael Jex earning all-state honors, a new aviary for the Big Bear Alpine Zoo and more.