Compiled by Frumthy R. Kives | Beacon-backup

As 2017 draws to a close, The Beacon looks back at somewhat notable moments this year in the Bass Lake area. First of two parts, presented in chronological order (except when it isn’t). Look for part 2 sometime later.

JANUARY

• Bass Lake schools consider “Sept-Mester” format
• Mayor Forrest Bunkard delivers “State of the Town” address

FEB-ROO-ARY

• Bass Lake Elementary students compete in annual “President Biography Contest”

MARCH

• 3 roughed-up in Seuss birthday melee
• Three injured at Pancake Extravaganza
• Restaurant shooting probed

APRIL

• Bass Lake utility workers announce strike
• Crops update: Planting season approaches

MAY

• Minor crash turns into major event
• Proclamation declared by regional oversight people

JUNE

• Students partake in “History History Month”
• Aided by grant funding, new swingset expected