Eastern Sierra News

Last night, the BUHS boys soccer team hit the road to face the Desert Scorpions and returned home with a dominant 7–1 victory. Charlie Trefry led the charge for the Broncos, recording a hat trick and earning Player of the Game honors for his standout performance. Armando Santana, Alexis Guerrero, Angel Santana, and Landon Caton also found the back of the net, rounding out an impressive offensive showing. The Broncos now turn their attention to their final league matchup of the season, traveling to Cal City on Tuesday as they look to close out league play on a high note. https://sierrawave.net/buhs-boys-soccer-on-the-road-facing-desert-scorpions/

Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - FRI FEB 06 2026 Before a bigger change in the weather next week, today we have a little cut off low over Socal that could bring a 20% chance of snow showers to Mammoth and sprinkles to the Owens Valley. Then Monday the 9th, our long awaited pattern could begin, as our big ridge gets broken by a trough from the PACNW. So expect light showers on Tuesday and Wednesday in the Owens Valley. For Mammoth, the same with light snow in the same time frame. Right now, forecast models show the likelihood of another trough setting up along the West Coast the weekend of Feb 14 / 15. We will have to wait and see on that...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 58 / 30 Big Pine: 58 / 32 Independence: 57 / 36 Lone Pine: 55 / 38 Olancha: 55 / 39 Mammoth Lakes: 42 / 25 Death Valley: 76 / 45 https://sierrawave.net/dennis-mattinson-sierra-atmosp...

State Controller Malia M. Cohen and Assemblymember Avelino Valencia Announce February as Unclaimed Property Month in California SACRAMENTO — State Controller Malia M. Cohen, together with Assemblymember Valencia, today announced the adoption of Assembly House Resolution (HR) 79 declaring February 2026 as Unclaimed Property Month, aimed at raising awareness and educating Californians about unclaimed property and how they can be reunited with their money or property. California’s Unclaimed Property program is administered by the State Controller’s Office (SCO), which currently safeguards unclaimed property valued at more than $15 billion. Since 1959, this consumer protection program has ensured that businesses and other entities return property belonging to customers with whom they have lost contact. Common types of unclaimed property include forgotten bank accounts, stocks, bonds, uncashed checks, insurance benefits, and safe deposit box contents. “My office is safeguarding more than $1...

  Panorama Dome Pile Burning Continues   Bishop, California, February 5, 2026— The weakening high pressure has made conditions ideal to continue pile burning in the Panorama Dome area near Mammoth Lakes. Starting February 6, Inyo National Forest employees and contractors will take advantage of the weather window to complete this fuels reduction project that is adjacent to wildland urban interface communities.   The Panorama Dome project consists of 48 acres of piles. Crews will burn these piles over the next few weeks as weather and smoke conditions allow. The closure order associated with the project is in place for public safety. (see attached order and map)   Fire managers are working with the Great Basin Unified Air Pollution Control District and the National Weather Service to minimize smoke impacts to local communities. Smoke will be visible from Mammoth Lakes, Highway 395, Highway 203, and Mammoth Mountain Ski Area.   ### https://sierrawave.net/panorama-dome-pile-burning-c...

  Date: February 5, 2026 District: 9 - Bishop Contact: Byron Wolter Phone: (760) 937*2138 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Traffic Advisory for the Week of 2/9/2026 to 2/13/2026 EASTERN KERN, INYO, and MONO COUNTIES - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the following project work and traffic impacts for the week of February 9 – February 13.   Work schedules are subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment and/or materials, and/or construction-related issues.    New Traffic Impacts   Eastern Kern County   Keene Crack Seal Operation – On the westbound lanes of State Route 58 from the Keene Scales to Hart Flat Road, there will be intermittent lane closures while crews seal pavement cracks Tuesday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Drivers may experience brief delays. Tehachapi Boulevard Ramp Closure – On State Route 58, the westbound Tehachapi Boulevard off-ramp will close while crews cut grooves to install reflec...

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 5, 2026 CONTACT: Jason Scalese (916) 651-4614 Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil Congratulates Eight Exceptional Athletes from Senate District 4 on Selection to the 2026 Winter Olympics SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California State Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (R-Jackson) congratulates and wishes the best of luck to the eight athletes from Senate District 4 who will represent Team USA at the Milano Cortina, Italy 2026 Olympic Winter Games. "These individuals embody the strength and spirit, dedication, resilience and pride of our district,” said Senator Alvarado-Gil. "Their achievements inspire us all. I join constituents from the Sierra Foothills through the Central Valley and beyond in wishing each success, safety, and unforgettable moments on the greatest world stage in their respective sports.” Keely Cashman, Strawberry, Alpine Skiing AJ Hurt, Carnelian Bay, Alpine Skiing Bryce Bennett, Tahoe City, Alpine Skiing JC Schoonmaker, Tahoe City, Country...