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Congressman Kevin Kiley Invites Wife of Late Mule Days Legend to State of the Union Address WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Kiley (R-CA) will host Claudia Tanner as his guest at Tuesday night’s State of the Union address, honoring the life and legacy of her late husband, Bobby Tanner – a central figure in the history of Mule Days and a beloved member of the Eastern Sierra community. Bobby Tanner’s contributions to Mule Days are woven into the fabric of the event itself. As the son of Bob Tanner, one of Mule Days’ founders, Bobby was involved from the very first show in 1970, when at just 10 years old he led a pack string in the inaugural parade. Over the decades, he became one of the event’s most recognizable and celebrated figures. “Mule Days is an iconic part of the Eastern Sierra, and Bobby Tanner was at the very heart of it,” said Congressman Kiley. “His dedication, skill, and leadership helped build an event that brings people together from across the country and around the...
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Bishop Bronco Wrestling                   February 22, 2026       By Dr. Mark Hodges This past Friday and Saturday, two Bishop Broncos took to the mat at the Central Section Master’s Championships in Fresno—the final hurdle before the State Tournament. Representing Bishop were freshman Mikey Valle at 113 pounds and senior Kano Graves at 165 pounds. To qualify for State, wrestlers had to finish in the top ten out of 32 competitors in their weight class. Mikey Valle—the first freshman in Bishop history to reach the Master’s Tournament—made an immediate statement by pinning his opening opponent in just 41 seconds. His second match came against the No. 2–ranked wrestler in California, and Mikey fell short. In his third match, he nearly secured a pin twice in a thrilling back‑and‑forth battle, but ultimately lost by points. At 165 pounds, Kano Graves opened his tournament with a dominant 15–0 technical fall in just over two minutes, then followed it with a pin over the No. 25–ranked wrestle...
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Bishop Bronco Wrestling February 22, 2026 by Dr. Mark Hodges This past Friday and Saturday, two Bishop Broncos took to the mat at the Central Section Master’s Championships in Fresno—the final hurdle before the State Tournament. Representing Bishop were freshman Mikey Valle at 113 pounds and senior Kano Graves at 165 pounds. To qualify for State, wrestlers had to finish in the top ten out of 32 competitors in their weight class. Mikey Valle—the first freshman in Bishop history to reach the Master’s Tournament—made an immediate statement by pinning his opening opponent in just 41 seconds. His second match came against the No. 2–ranked wrestler in California, and Mikey fell short. In his third match, he nearly secured a pin twice in a thrilling back‑and‑forth battle, but ultimately lost by points. At 165 pounds, Kano Graves opened his tournament with a dominant 15–0 technical fall in just over two minutes, then followed it with a pin over the No. 25–ranked wrestler in the state. His next...
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Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster   Synopsis - MON FEB 23 2026   As of now, Mammoth Main has a 76 inch base depth and the Summit 122 inches! Quite an awesome storm last week indeed. Now onto the current weather. For the Owens Valley, dry all week, save for a slight chance of showers on Tuesday. And Mammoth, light rain and snow Tuesday and Wednesday (0 - 3 inches possible). All from a decaying AR saging South into the Great Basin, just brushing our area. After that, dry conditions and warming temps thru the weekend...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today:   Bishop: 52 / 34 Big Pine: 52 / 36 Independence: 57 / 40 Lone Pine: 56 / 42 Olancha: 57 / 43 Mammoth Lakes: 49 / 32 Death Valley: 77 / 48 https://sierrawave.net/dennis-mattinson-sierra-atmospheric-forecast-february-23rd/
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SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Centers Extended in Mono County with Updated Schedule     Due to weather impacts, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has extended its in-person Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) support in Mono County and updated the schedule.   June Lake Community Center Monday, Feb. 23 – Friday, Feb. 25 Hours: 9:00am - 6:00pm   Lee Vining Community Center Monday, March 2 – Thursday, March 5 Hours: ·    Monday, March 2: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ·    Tuesday and Wednesday, March 3-4: 12:30pm – 6:00pm ·    Thursday, March 5: 10:00am – 6:00pm   Please Note: ·    Businesses from any Mono County community may visit either location for in-person support. ·    Business owners can begin an application with no obligation to accept a loan. The deadline to apply is November 6, 2026.   More Information: SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer below-market fixed rates (around 4%), 30-year terms, and 12-month deferred payments, helping businesses address both short- and long-t...
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Carl Wayne Cox May 23, 1939 - February 10, 2026   Carl “Wayne” Cox of Bishop, CA, passed away peacefully in his home on February 10th with his wife by his side. Wayne was born on May 23, 1939, in Stockton, CA, to parents Carl and Viola Cox. He attended Edison High School and Delta College in Stockton. After graduating, he went on to court reporting school in San Francisco. At this time in his life, he was a talented bowler and played the saxophone in a jazz band. While in college, Wayne met his wife, Vicki. They were married on December 14, 1963, in Stockton, sharing 65 loving years together.   Following his schooling, they moved to Bishop, adopted two daughters and Wayne began his career with the Inyo County Superior Court in Independence. At the courthouse, Wayne was known for his diligent stenographic work, friendly disposition, and his colorful and patterned ties. Wayne worked as a court reporter for 40 years until his retirement in 2004.   Throughout his life, Wayne was a sports f...
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Forest Service announces $182 million in retroactive Secure Rural Schools payments to support counties, schools and wildfire preparedness (Washington, D.C., February 20, 2026) -- The U.S. Forest Service today announced it is issuing $182 million in retroactive Secure Rural Schools (SRS) payments for 2024, delivering critical funding to eligible states and counties with National Forest System lands. These payments help sustain public schools, maintain local roads, strengthen wildfire preparedness, and support other essential services in rural communities. “For many rural counties, SRS payments aren’t optional – they’re essential,” said Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz. “The Forest Service’s annual payments provide reliable, predictable funding that rural states and counties depend on. These payments strengthen local schools and infrastructure while honoring the partnership between national forests and the communities that surround them.” The 2024 payments include Title I and Title III...
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