Eastern Sierra News

BUHS Track & Field competed this past Saturday at the Carson City High School Invitational, facing 15 schools including Reed, Spanish Springs, Damonte Ranch, Bishop Manogue, and Hug High School. The Broncos had a strong showing with multiple personal bests, especially in the throws, boys 400m, and both the Boys 4x400m and Boys 4x800m relay teams. (So) Hunter Dailey placed 3rd in the triple jump with a mark of 40’6.5”. (Jr) Soren Davis tied for 10th in the high jump at 5’2”. (Jr) Clare Haverstock placed 10th in the 400m with a time of 1:07. (So) Wyatt Miears had an outstanding performance, taking 3rd in the shot put with a throw of 45’3.5” and winning the discus with a massive PR of 185’10”, finishing nearly 35 feet ahead of the competition. He narrowly missed the Carson City stadium record of 186’. His throw now ranks as the 3rd farthest in the Central Section, #4 in California, and #46 in the United States. Wyatt has also officially qualified for Nike Nationals (Discus), where he ...

Dear SCE Customers, A Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is when an electric utility temporarily shuts off power to reduce the risk of a wildfire caused by utility equipment. Dangerous fire weather conditions — which include strong winds, dry vegetation and low humidity — drive PSPS events. Under these conditions, a fire could spread rapidly, posing a significant safety risk. PSPS reduces the risk of winds causing debris or trees to come into contact with utility equipment and starting a fire. To learn about SCE’s Wildfire Mitigation Plan and help you stay informed and prepared for PSPS, SCE is hosting a live discussion for Mono and Inyo County customers at the Clint Quilter Consolidated Office Building on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 6:00-7:30PM (with option to join the virtual livestream). Customers will learn about: - SCE Meteorology & Fire Science - SCE’s PSPS Policy & Decision-Making Process - SCE’s Wildfire Mitigation Plan & Grid Hardening Strategies...

California Assembly Recognizes Bishop Union High Football with Special Resolution   ​BISHOP, CA – The Bishop Union High School varsity football team received a prestigious honor this week as representatives from the California State Legislature visited the campus to present a formal resolution celebrating the team’s recent championship success. ​Austin Gilbert, District Director for Assemblyman David Tangipa, presented the framed resolution to the team on the steps of the high school. The Assembly resolution officially recognizes the Broncos as the CIF 5-A State Champions, a milestone achievement for the program.   ​During the presentation, Gilbert highlighted Assemblyman Tangipa’s deep connection to the sport. Tangipa, who played for Fresno State from 2015 to 2018, remains an avid football fan and has followed the Broncos' journey closely.   ​“He loves football, he loves watching you guys compete,” Gilbert told the gathered players and coaching staff. “On behalf of the entire Ca...

Date: April 23, 2026 District: 9 - Bishop Contact: Michael Lingberg Phone: (760) 920-0280 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Traffic Advisory for the Week of 4/27/2026 to 5/1/2026 EASTERN KERN, INYO, and MONO COUNTIES - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the following project work and traffic impacts for the week of April 27 – May 1.    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 - Cameron Canyon Pavement and Guardrail Repair – On State Route 58 from Tehachapi Boulevard at Exit 156 to just west of Exit 165 near Mojave, the eastbound outside lane and shoulder will close while crews repair pavement and replace guardrail. Work is scheduled Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Drivers may experience brief delays Inyo County - South Lake Road Pole Placement – On State Route 168 W near South Lake Road...

  Melanie Van Winkle Appointed as Mammoth Hospital CEO   Mammoth Lakes, California – April 23, 2026 – Today Mammoth Hospital Board of Directors announced the appointment of Melanie Van Winkle as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), transitioning from her role as Interim CEO to lead the organization on a permanent basis.   Van Winkle assumed the role of Interim CEO in January following the retirement of former CEO Tom Parker. Over the past few months, she has guided the organization towards a critical leadership transition while maintaining operational stability, navigating workforce challenges, and advancing key priorities of the hospital. These complexities of leadership were sustained by her while continuing to progress the hospital’s largest capital investment to date—the North Wing expansion project. This project would not have been achievable without her expertise and maximizing her exquisite vocational skills as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).   Van Winkle brings deep healthcare lea...

Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - FRI APR 24 2026 Troughing will hang off the West Coast thru the weekend (probably into the last week of April). The Ownes Valley then could see showers Saturday. Maybe Mammoth Main can squeeze out a few more inches? Another system is possible early next week. This is your classic Spring / April shower pattern. I am not sure we will see much in the way of accumulating snow in the mountains, but we will certainly stay in a cooler pattern. Updates on Monday...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 72 / 35 Big Pine: 72 / 40 Independence: 74 / 45 Lone Pine: 74 / 46 Olancha: 76 / 47 Mammoth Lakes: 48 / 28 Death Valley: 94 / 61 https://sierrawave.net/dennis-mattinson-sierra-atmospheric-forecast-april-24th/