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Alterra Mountain Co. announced Kids Ski Free Week from Dec. 7 through Dec. 13. Kids will get up to seven free lift tickets at 15 destinations, including Mammoth Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley. No other purchase will be necessary, and rentals and lessons will not be included. Mountain High gives free tickets to children 4 and younger and adults 75 and older. It also gives out free birthday tickets with valid ID.

Road update

Caltrans is working on a $9.8 million emergency project on the 330 Freeway near Running Springs to repair asphalt, slopes, drainage and guardrails and to remove damaged trees and address other structural damage caused by the Line fire.

The estimated reopening date is Dec. 3, but Caltrans hopes that reopening by the Thanksgiving holiday will be possible. If traveling to the local mountain resorts, use the 18 or 38 freeways. Remember to always carry chains and check conditions before traveling.