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The Bishop JV Broncos traveled to Rosamond Tuesday afternoon to take on the Roadrunners. The Broncos were hungry for a rematch, as Rosamond is the only team to beat Bishop this season. The 1st quarter saw the two teams trading baskets with Bishop taking the quarter 9-8. Bishop used tough defense to pull away some in the 2nd quarter taking a halftime lead 20-14. Bishop came out in the 3rd and clamped down on defense winning the quarter 13-2, taking a commanding lead into the 4th. With an even 4th Bishop came out on top 42-26. This was the best defense game Bishop has play this season. Rosamond was undefeated in league thus far and it is quite an accomplishment to hold them to 26 points. Leading the way for the Broncos was Dom Dondero with 13 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 steals. Will Kemp added 8 points, 5 rebounds, 5 steals and 4 assists. Devaun Mitchell had 8 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 assists. Jekobe Dondero had 8 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal. Heath Fuller had 3 point...

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  Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Sierra Wave Media / KSRW-FM 92.5 Forecast Discussion - Wed Jan 31 2024 After an unseasonably warm and dry period, an active pattern starts today. A deep layer of subtropical IVT moisture will hit our area later today thru Thursday, with additional precipitation Friday. Expect snow heavy at times in Mammoth with levels starting at 7,500 feet Thursday, dropping down 4,500 feet Friday. Estimated totals for Mammoth, Main 16 - 22 inches and Summit 20 - 24 inches by Friday. The Owens Valley should see a rain / snow mix thru Friday, with Aspendell picking up 8 - 12 inches...DMATT Temperatures Today: Bishop: 63 / 31 Mammoth Lakes: 42 / 28 Independence: 63 / 35 Lone Pine: 61 / 36 Ridgecrest: 68 / 44 Death Valley: 78 / 54 https://sierrawave.net/weather-for-january-31-2024/

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Dave McCoy Tribute Close to Fruition Family, Community Leaders Grateful to Senator Alvarado-Gil A grassroots effort to have a portion of U.S. 395 named after late Mammoth Mountain Ski Area founder Dave McCoy is closer to becoming a reality. Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 102 on January 18, to designate U.S. 395 from the junction with the Mammoth Lakes turnoff to Convict Lake Road as the “Dave McCoy Memorial Highway.” The stretch of highway was one of two areas proposed by proponents, with the other starting outside of Bishop and ending at Mill Creek Road. The tribute was spearheaded by Bishop resident Randy Short and shepherded through the legislative process with the assistance and support of Inyo County Supervisor Jeff Griffiths, the California State Association of Counties (where Griffiths serves as 1st Vice President), and Senator Alvarado-Gil’s staff. The Boards of Supervisors from Inyo and Mono counties approved their own resolutions in...

Dave McCoy Tribute Close to Fruition Family, Community Leaders Grateful to Senator Alvarado-Gil A grassroots effort to have a portion of U.S. 395 named after late Mammoth Mountain Ski Area founder Dave McCoy is closer to becoming a reality. Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 102 on January 18, to designate U.S. 395 from the junction with the Mammoth Lakes turnoff to Convict Lake Road as the “Dave McCoy Memorial Highway.” The stretch of highway was one of two areas proposed by proponents, with the other starting outside of Bishop and ending at Mill Creek Road. The tribute was spearheaded by Bishop resident Randy Short and shepherded through the legislative process with the assistance and support of Inyo County Supervisor Jeff Griffiths, the California State Association of Counties (where Griffiths serves as 1st Vice President), and Senator Alvarado-Gil’s staff. The Boards of Supervisors from Inyo and Mono counties approved their own resolutions in M...

Concerned Citizen: I recently had a conversation with the wonderful lady who handles my taxes at AARP, and our discussion took an unexpected turn towards the challenges many are facing with Vons' recent smartphone requirement. It seems like I'm not alone in feeling frustrated about this, and many people in our community share similar concerns. The need for a smartphone to access certain deals and promotions at Vons has raised eyebrows, particularly among those who may not own a smartphone or choose not to use one. It's an issue that affects a significant portion of our community, and it's time for us to collectively express our thoughts on the matter. I spoke with my tax advisor about the situation, and she completely agreed about the unfairness of the smartphone requirement. Interestingly, she mentioned that several people she knows feel the same way, emphasizing the widespread concern this issue has sparked. To make our voices heard and encourage change, I propose we ...

NOTICE NORTHERN INYO HEALTHCARE DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPECIAL MEETING January 31, 2024 at 5:30 pm The Board is again meeting in person at 2957 Birch Street Bishop, CA 93514. Members of the public will be allowed to attend in person or via zoom. Public comments can be made in person or via zoom: TO CONNECT VIA ZOOM: (A link is also available on the NIHD Website) https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89642262020 Meeting ID: 896 4226 2020 PHONE CONNECTION: 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free Meeting ID: 896 4226 2020 ____________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order (at 5:30 pm). 2. Public Comment: At this time, members of the audience may speak only on items listed on the Notice for this meeting, and speakers will be limited to a maximum of three minutes each. The Board is prohibited from generally discussing or taking action on items not included on this Notice. 3. Open Session: a. FY 2023 Audit (Board...

NEWS RELEASE DATE:  Thursday, January 30, 2024 TO:  ALL MEDIA FROM:  Tawni Thomson, Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau SUBJECT:  55th BLAKE JONES TROUT DERBY SET FOR MARCH 23, 2024 IN BISHOP, CA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The 2024 Blake Jones Trout Derby is set for Saturday, March 23rd in Bishop, California.  Since 1968, the event has been a favorite Eastern Sierra tradition. Last year, the event had to be rescheduled several times due to severe winter weather, then record setting runoff from the melting snow. This year, the event is back to its traditional date in March. Event organizers are busy now gathering prizes, arranging for supplemental fish planting and other details to make sure this year’s event is a huge success. Online registration is now open, and the chamber is expecting hundreds of participants will take home about $10K worth of prizes including float tubes, Yeti coolers, barbecues, rod & reel combos and tons of other great gea...

NEWS RELEASE DATE:  Thursday, January 30, 2024 TO:  ALL MEDIA FROM:  Tawni Thomson, Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau SUBJECT:  55th BLAKE JONES TROUT DERBY SET FOR MARCH 23, 2024 IN BISHOP, CA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The 2024 Blake Jones Trout Derby is set for Saturday, March 23rd in Bishop, California.  Since 1968, the event has been a favorite Eastern Sierra tradition. Last year, the event had to be rescheduled several times due to severe winter weather, then record setting runoff from the melting snow. This year, the event is back to its traditional date in March. Event organizers are busy now gathering prizes, arranging for supplemental fish planting and other details to make sure this year’s event is a huge success. Online registration is now open, and the chamber is expecting hundreds of participants will take home about $10K worth of prizes including float tubes, Yeti coolers, barbecues, rod & reel combos and tons of other great gear provided by the event’...

The agenda and agenda packet are also posted online at: https://inyococa.portal.civicclerk.com/event/3229/overview or https://www.inyocounty.us/government/publications-reports-plans-proclamations/meeting-agendas-minutes This meeting is accessible to the public both in person and, for convenience, via Zoom webinar. The Zoom webinar is accessible to the public at https://zoom.us/j/868254781. The meeting may also be accessed by telephone at the following numbers: (669) 900-6833; (346) 248-7799; (253) 215-8782; (929) 205-6099; (301) 715-8592; (312) 626-6799. Webinar ID: 868 254 781. Anyone unable to attend the Board meeting in person who wishes to make either a general public comment or a comment on a specific agenda item may do so by utilizing the Zoom "hand-raising” feature when appropriate during the meeting (the Chair will call on those who wish to speak). Generally, speakers are limited to three minutes. Remote participation for members of the public is provided for convenience o...

Director’s Note I am so pleased to be writing my first annual report note as the new Inyo County Water Director. I came to the Water Department in December 2022 as Deputy Director to learn from and be guided by Director Aaron Steinwand as he tran- sitioned into retirement. While I have a 20-year background in studying water resources in the Eastern Sierra, learning the intricacies of the Long Term Water Agreement and its myriad applications has been a daunting020 challenge. The 50- year history of the struggle between Inyo and LA is precedent-setting in the world of Western water. The first few months in this new position have been a time of great learning for me. Along with getting to know the peo- ple, the workflow, and the documents of the Water Department, the wettest winter in California’s recorded history start- ed a mere few weeks after I began work at the County. Several people commented to me that 2023 would be an “easy” year because of the plentiful water, and while it is goo...

January 28, 2024   Inyo District 2 Supervisorial Candidates  Face Off   Inyo 350 kicked off the 2024 election season last Thursday with a County Supervisorial forum featuring District 2 candidates, held at the United Methodist Church. The following is a somewhat condensed report on the Q&A, held before a packed hall.   First, a brief opening statement from sitting Supervisor Jeff Griffiths and challenger Laura Smith.  Smith has lived in Bishop for most of her life, working first as a nurse then as a teacher. Her community involvement includes First 5 and Bishop schools. Smith served on the Bishop City Counci for 12 years. She promised to take what she has learned to the Board of Supervisors and feels there needs to be more teamwork between Bishop and Inyo County.  Griffiths is a 25-year Bishop resident and “plans to stay here forever.” He was also on First 5, served as a foster parent, was a Bishop councilmember for two terms and is running for his fourth term on the Inyo County Bo...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Anna Scott, HHS Director (760) 873-3305 Bishop Senior Center Closure The Bishop Senior Center is currently closed to in-person congregate lunch and all other activities for renovation of the dining facility. The re-opening date is tentatively slated for Monday, February 12, 2024. The Bishop Senior Center will continue to utilize the kitchen to provide home delivered meals. Individuals who attend congregate lunches at the Bishop Senior Center may sign up to receive a weekly delivery of frozen meals while the facility is closed. Congregate meal participants may request frozen meal delivery by calling (760) 873-5240 at any time during the facility closure. During the closure, a Bishop Senior Center staff member will be available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Clint Quilter Building, 1360 N. Main St. in Bishop, to provide bus passes, phone support, and other services normally provided at the Bishop Senior Center. ...

BOYS 126 Elbert Montoya's place is unknown and has scored 0.0 team points. - Champ. Round 1 - Kale Cornell (Burns) won by fall over Elbert Montoya (Bishop Union) (Fall 0:43) - Cons. Round 1 - Jayden Scripilliti (Fernley) won by major decision over Elbert Montoya (Bishop Union) (Maj 16-6) BOYS 138 Blake Braaten's place is unknown and has scored 3.0 team points. - Champ. Round 1 - Dante Biglieri (Galena) won by fall over Blake Braaten (Bishop Union) (Fall 1:20) - Cons. Round 1 - Blake Braaten (Bishop Union) won by fall over Matthew McDowell (Fernley) (Fall 1:44) - Cons. Round 2 - Wyatt McGinnis (Fernley) won by fall over Blake Braaten (Bishop Union) (Fall 0:34) BOYS 150 Wayland Schultz's place is unknown and has scored 3.0 team points. - Champ. Round 1 - Cade Liebsack (Pershing County) won by fall over Wayland Schultz (Bishop Union) (Fall 1:50) - Cons. Round 1 - Wayland Schultz (Bishop Union) won by fall over Devin Salsby (Coral Academy - North) (Fall 1:...

BOYS 126 Elbert Montoya's place is unknown and has scored 0.0 team points. - Champ. Round 1 - Kale Cornell (Burns) won by fall over Elbert Montoya (Bishop Union) (Fall 0:43) - Cons. Round 1 - Jayden Scripilliti (Fernley) won by major decision over Elbert Montoya (Bishop Union) (Maj 16-6) BOYS 138 Blake Braaten's place is unknown and has scored 3.0 team points. - Champ. Round 1 - Dante Biglieri (Galena) won by fall over Blake Braaten (Bishop Union) (Fall 1:20) - Cons. Round 1 - Blake Braaten (Bishop Union) won by fall over Matthew McDowell (Fernley) (Fall 1:44) - Cons. Round 2 - Wyatt McGinnis (Fernley) won by fall over Blake Braaten (Bishop Union) (Fall 0:34) BOYS 150 Wayland Schultz's place is unknown and has scored 3.0 team points. - Champ. Round 1 - Cade Liebsack (Pershing County) won by fall over Wayland Schultz (Bishop Union) (Fall 1:50) - Cons. Round 1 - Wayland Schultz (Bishop Union) won by fall over Devin Salsby (Coral Academy - North) (Fall 1:...

Hello, I hope this email finds you well. Thank you for taking the time to share your concerns with us regarding the digital coupon system. We truly value your feedback, and we appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns. Firstly, I want to extend our sincere gratitude to the senior citizen in question for actively engaging with fellow seniors and sharing their experiences. We understand that the transition to digital couponing may seem challenging for some, and we want to assure you that we are continuously working towards making our services more inclusive. We recognize the importance of catering to all our customers, regardless of their comfort level with digital technologies. Your feedback highlights an essential aspect of our customer base that we may not have fully considered, and we apologize for any feelings of exclusion that may have arisen. In response to your concerns, we are actively exploring ways to enhance our coupon system to ensure that it accommodates both digi...

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Bishop, a quaint town where familiarity reigns, has been home to one resident for over four decades. This seasoned citizen, a loyal customer of Vons, recently found herself in the midst of a digital dilemma that has left many seniors feeling left out. For years, Vons has been a reliable shopping destination for this long-time resident. However, a recent shift in the store's coupon strategy has left her, and others like her, feeling marginalized. The advent of digital coupons, accessible only through smartphones, has created a divide among shoppers. As a proud non-digital user, the senior citizen in question has missed out on money-saving opportunities offered exclusively to those embracing the digital age. During a stroll through Vons, she took the initiative to speak with fellow seniors about their experiences with the new coupon system. Surprisingly, none of the seniors she approached were partaking in the digital coupon trend, and all echoed a similar sentiment – they felt exclu...