About Big Bear Source
Big Bear Source is your definitive online resource for local news across the entire Big Bear Valley. We deliver authoritative coverage, essential insights, and dedicated reporting for residents and visitors of Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, and surrounding communities.
Big Bear Source was established to fulfill a clear need within the Big Bear Valley: our communities deserve a dedicated publication that reflects the unique character and daily realities of mountain life. We publish timely and in-depth coverage of local government decisions, the vital visitor economy, essential public services, and the natural environment that shapes our daily experience, serving residents of Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, and all surrounding areas with precision and care.
Our editorial team combines a deep understanding of the Big Bear Valley with an unwavering commitment to journalistic accuracy and fairness. We thoroughly verify facts, meticulously cite our sources, and promptly correct any errors to maintain the highest standards of reliability. We prioritize credible, community-focused reporting above all else for our readers.
What We Stand For
These fundamental principles are the bedrock of our editorial philosophy, guiding every article we write and every decision we make in serving the Big Bear Valley. They reflect our commitment to robust local journalism.
Accuracy
We meticulously verify all facts pertaining to Big Bear Valley issues, from city council meetings to road conditions, and cite our sources thoroughly to ensure transparency. Our commitment is to getting every detail right for our community, providing reliable information without compromise. We promptly correct any inaccuracies identified.
Authority
Our editorial team possesses profound local knowledge of the Big Bear Valley, from its unique environmental challenges to the nuances of its local governance and economy. We report with expertise on the specific issues that matter most to our residents and visitors, reflecting an authoritative understanding of life at 6,750 feet.
Community
Big Bear Source exists solely to serve the vibrant communities of Big Bear Valley, including Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, and their neighbors. We strive to provide a vital platform for local voices and foster civic engagement, ensuring our reporting directly addresses the needs and interests of the approximately 12,000 year-round residents and visitors.
Independence
Our editorial content remains entirely independent of advertisers, sponsors, and any external commercial considerations. We report objectively on local government, businesses, and community events, always prioritizing truthful and unbiased journalism for the Big Bear Valley. Our commitment is solely to our readers.
Our dedicated editorial process ensures the consistent delivery of accurate and timely local news every day.
Monitor
We continuously monitor local government activities, community calendars, public safety alerts, and vital mountain conditions like weather and roads throughout the Big Bear Valley, ensuring we capture every relevant development.
Research
Our writers meticulously research, verify details through official documents and direct interviews, and carefully draft articles that provide the depth and local context expected by the residents of Big Bear Valley.
Publish
Editors rigorously review each piece for accuracy, clarity, and its direct relevance to the Big Bear Valley community before publication. Approved articles are then promptly made live on bigbearsource.com and shared across our communication channels for broad access.
The Team
Big Bear Source is powered by a small but deeply committed team of individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality local news to the Big Bear Valley. We work collaboratively to serve our community.
The Writers
Editorial Team
Our writers are dedicated local journalists who possess a nuanced understanding of the Big Bear Valley, covering essential beats like local government, public safety, and environmental issues with precision and local insight.
The Editors
Quality Control
Our dedicated editors ensure that every article published by Big Bear Source meets our stringent standards for accuracy, clarity, and direct relevance to the Big Bear Valley communities. They maintain the integrity and consistency of our local reporting.
The Readers
Our Community
The residents and visitors of the Big Bear Valley are our most valued collaborators. Your feedback, local insights, and active engagement are crucial in helping us remain sharp, accountable, and deeply connected to the community.
Our Story
Big Bear Source is on an exciting journey, rapidly growing our capacity and commitment to become the essential daily source for local news across the entire Big Bear Valley.
Big Bear Source launched with a clear mission: to become the definitive and most trusted local news resource for all communities within the Big Bear Valley, providing comprehensive and timely information.
We significantly expanded our coverage to include daily articles focused on local government proceedings, critical public safety updates, and a broad range of community events across the Big Bear Valley.
We quickly gained significant readership and established ourselves as a vital and trusted local voice within the Big Bear Valley.
Our publication grew to offer daily, comprehensive coverage across all major topics relevant to Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, and the entirety of the Big Bear Valley.
Join the Conversation
We invite you to become an active participant in the Big Bear Source community. Share your feedback, suggest story ideas, or send corrections to corrections@bigbearsource.com. For general inquiries, please reach out to contact@bigbearsource.com, and for privacy concerns, email privacy@bigbearsource.com. Your involvement strengthens our local journalism and truly helps us better serve the Big Bear Valley.