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Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - Tue Oct 01 2024 The general weather pattern still shows an abnormally strong ridge continuing thru the first part of October. Expect above normal temps, dry conditions and light winds. Temperatures still holding in the low 90s all the way thru Saturday in Bishop. This week also has the possibility of new dailey record or near record highs...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 94 / 53 Big Pine: 93 / 57 Independence: 94 / 65 Lone Pine: 94 / 67 Olancha: 97 / 69 Mammoth Lakes: 76 / 51 Death Valley: 116 / 85 https://sierrawave.net/?p=88971

Bishop Lions had an informational program at their late September board meeting which saw Lions learning more about their ongoing vision screening program, using special equipment which scans an individual's eyes and prints out a report with findings to be taken to the individual's optometrist.  Included in that recent program was an explanation of how  a lensometer works in the hands of a trained specialist.  The lensometer can readily identify the prescription "ground" into each lens of a set of eyeglasses. The trained technician then scribes the identified prescription on each lens and processes the glasses for distribution to Lions International community outlets, usually a local Lions Club, where the glasses are assigned to already identified needy individuals with that particular prescription measured independently in advance. Shown above (r) is the smiling presenter, Lion District 4-L1 Past District Governor Dr. Fredy (sic) Perez, who was invited by Past Presid...

Forest Service News Release Acting Public Affairs Officer: Jamie Hinrichs Jamie.Hinrichs@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov/inyo Facebook @InyoNF Fall prescribed burning on Inyo National Forest USDA Forest Service firefighters apply low intensity fire on the Mammoth Ranger District, Spring 2023. (USDA Forest Service photo) BISHOP, Calif., September 30, 2024 — This fall season, Inyo National Forest fire personnel will be looking for windows of opportunity to conduct up to 2,193 acres of broadcast prescribed burning on the Mono Lake and Mammoth Ranger Districts to restore forest health and reduce hazardous fuels. Smoke will drift and settle into the valley areas, especially at night. This includes areas such as Highway 395, Mammoth Scenic Loop, Owens River Road, Crowley Lake, and Owens River Gorge. If necessary, smoke-sensitive individuals may need to take precautions to minimize smoke impacts. Visit fire.airnow.gov to check particulate levels before you visit the Owens Valley area i...

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Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley 'that I am talking about near record high temperatures over the weekend, as October nears. Almost as crazy, that we will have above normal temps starting October and remaining the rest of the work week (still 93° in Bishop Thursday!). All due to a ridge of high pressure situated over the EPAC / Western US, which continues to gradually strengthen, recording 590 dm at 500 mb...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 92 / 51 Big Pine: 92 / 56 Independence: 93 / 64 Lone Pine: 93 / 66 Olancha: 95 / 69 Mammoth Lakes: 74 / 49 Death Valley: 115 / 85 https://sierrawave.net/weather-forecast-for-monday-september-30th/

NWS - LAS VEGAS: Extends Excessive Heat Warning https://sierrawave.net/national-weather-service-las-vegas-extends-excessive-heat-warning/

Bishop Youth Football League WEEK 5  The Bishop Youth Broncos traveled to Tehachapi to take on the Tomahawks.  It was a tough, fun day of football.   Freshmen Broncos fell to the Tomahawks 0-26.   Sophomore Broncos gave it their best losing 12-25 Julian Quiroz and Cedar Momberg with 1 TD each. Great Tackles by Michael Kane, Royal Lurie, Julian Quiroz, Lee Stotts, Jayden Villanueva, Jayceon Chips, Xander Romero, Jaxon Saulque, Jase Swager and Draiden Roberts.   JV Broncos tired to things going, unfortunately losing 0-46.   The Varsity Broncos came out on top!  Taking home a huge win 39-14 against the Tomahawks. Dominic Barlow led the offense with 3 touchdown runs and 1 touchdown pass to Clifton Paco.  Oscar Henriquez with 2 touchdown runs totaling 120 yards.  Extra points by Rex Dutton and Calvin Stuart. Strong defensive day, led by Lane Davis and Jasper Barnes Lane Davis with 2nd interception of the season and 7 tackles. Jasper Barnes 3 sacks and multiple tackles.  Oscar Henrique...

Northern Inyo Hospital Foundation hosts drawing for Jeffrey Scott artwork The Northern Inyo Hospital (NIH) Foundation is giving art lovers and community members a special opportunity to win a distinctive watercolor painting by the late Jeffrey Scott while supporting local healthcare. Proceeds from the drawing will help equip the Northern Inyo Healthcare District’s newest CAREshuttle with a life-saving Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The painting, a portrayal of the serene Dusy Basin in the Eastern Sierra, measures 67” x48” and features a mid-tone wood frame. Known for his ability to capture the true natural beauty of the Sierra landscape, Scott’s work reflects a deep connection to the region he called home. The painting is currently on display at Bishop’s Whiskey Creek Restaurant, 524 N. Main St, where tickets for the drawing are available at the restaurant’s host station. Each ticket is $5, or five for $20. The drawing is set for Monday, Oct. 28. Mollie Scott, Jeffrey’s wi...

NIHD Healthy Lifestyle Talk: Navigating the Stages of Breast Cancer Northern Inyo Healthcare District will host a Healthy Lifestyle Talk, Navigating the Stages of Breast Cancer: From Diagnosis to Treatment and Beyond, on Tuesday, October 1, at 5:30 p.m. The event will feature Dr. Cheryl Olson, NIHD’s breast surgeon, and Dr. Eva Wasef, NIHD’s pathologist. This talk brings together two of NIHD’s valued experts to discuss the critical importance of how to best move forward when diagnosed with any stage of breast cancer. Breast cancer affects one in eight women during their lifetime. According to the American Cancer Society, detecting breast cancer early, while it remains in its localized stage, can raise the five-year relative survival rate to 99 percent. However, if cancer spreads before detection, the survival rate falls to 29 percent. Dr. Olson, a board-certified general surgeon with expertise in breast surgery, robotic surgery, and laparoscopic techniques, provides highly speciali...

Join NIHD’s Dr. Stacey Brown for Skin Care 102: Melanomas Northern Inyo Healthcare District (NIHD) is pleased to announce the next installment of its Health Lifestyle Talk series, “Skin Care 102: Melanomas,” featuring Dr. Stacey Brown, a veteran family medicine provider at NIHD’s Rural Health Clinic. The talk takes place on Thursday, October 3, at 6 p.m., at NIHD's Birch Street Annex, located at 2957 Birch Street, Bishop, near The Jill Kinmont Booth School. Dr. Brown, who brings 27 years of medical experience in the Eastern Sierra, will offer valuable insights into melanoma, the most invasive type of skin cancer. While melanoma accounts for only about one percent of all skin cancers, it is responsible for the majority of skin cancer-related deaths. Despite its seriousness, melanoma is curable if caught early, making prevention and early detection vital. During the talk, Dr. Brown will discuss key topics including how to prevent melanomas from developing, warning signs to watch fo...

Currently the Bishop Fire Department is working to secure and investigate the cause of the fire. Witnesses on scene said there was smoke pouring out of the swamp cooler and all windows of the house. No other details are known at this time. https://sierrawave.net/structure-fire-on-s-pa-ha/

Death Valley National Park National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior CA Highway 190 PO Box 579 Death Valley, CA 92328 phone 760.786.3200 Death Valley National Park News Release Release date: September 27, 2024 Contact: DEVA_news@nps.gov Abby Wines, 760-786-3221, abby_wines@nps.gov   New Chief Ranger in Death Valley National Park DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – Death Valley National Park welcomes a new Chief Ranger. Philip Johnson will lead the Visitor and Resource Protection program, which includes law enforcement, fee collection, emergency medical services, structure fire response, and search and rescue in the 3,400,000-acre park. Superintendent Mike Reynolds said, “I’m thrilled to have Philip Johnson at Death Valley permanently. He is a calm and collaborative leader. He brings a tremendous breadth of skills and experience.” Johnson started his National Park Service (NPS) career as a volunteer for Yosemite Search and Rescue in 2002. He worked for the NPS at ...

Acting Public Affairs Officer: Jamie Hinrichs jamie.hinrichs@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov/inyo Facebook: @InyoNF   Geothermal Pipeline Maintenance Work to Temporarily Impact Roads and Trails Near Shady Rest Park   MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif., September 27, 2024— Geothermal pipeline maintenance work will begin September 30th on the Mammoth Ranger District in the area north of Shady Rest Park, north of Sawmill Road, and north of Highway 203. The estimated 8-week infrastructure maintenance is necessary to ensure continued safe and reliable operation of the geothermal energy system. Every effort will be made to minimize disruptions during the project. However, to accommodate the work zone and ensure public safety, temporary road and trail closures will be implemented. Clearly marked detour routes will be provided to allow pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicular traffic to navigate around the work areas including a detour for The Knolls Loop Trail north of Shady Rest Park. This map shows the t...

On Thursday the Broncos traveled to Cal City for a High Desert League matchup. The JV girls volleyball team beat the Ravens 25-7 and 25-21. Varsity fell to the Ravens in five sets: 25-15, 25-27, 25-18, 18-25, and 10-15. The Broncos will host Boron on Tuesday, October 1st at 4 pm. BUHS Volleyball Broncos traveled to Cal City for a High Desert League Matchup https://sierrawave.net/buhs-volleyball-broncos-traveled-to-cal-city-for-a-high-desert-league-matchup/

Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - Fri Sep 27 2024 Temperatures are going to stay 10 - 12 degrees above average today thru early next week. Latest satellite imagery shows an unseasonably strong upper level ridge of high pressure over the West. The long range forecast (first week of October) continues to show above average temperatures and low chances of precipitation (~15%). Sounds a bit like Summer doesn't it...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 94 / 51 Big Pine: 93 / 56 Independence: 94 / 63 Lone Pine: 93 / 65 Olancha: 95 / 68 Mammoth Lakes: 74 / 49 Death Valley: 112 / 84 https://sierrawave.net/weather-forecast-for-friday-and-the-weekend/

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DATE: 9/25/2024 TO: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Number of Pages: 1 FROM: Erika Hernandez, Administrative Services Clerk (Jury Services) PHONE: (760) 872-4520 FAX: (760) 873-4589 MESSAGE: If you were summoned to appear in INDEPENDENCE on Monday, September 30, 2024 this panel has been canceled and you DO NOT need to appear. https://sierrawave.net/jury-duty-service-announcement/

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2024 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Nate Reade, Inyo-Mono Agricultural Commissioner (760) 873-7860 CONSUMERS SHOULD BE ON THE ALERT WHEN BUYING FIREWOOD Fall is here, and with winter just around the corner consumers should protect themselves from paying too much for improperly measured firewood. A cord is the only legal unit of measure for bulk firewood sales in California, and it is important for buyers to know exactly how much wood is in a cord. A cord is equal to 128 cubic feet of COMPACTLY stacked wood, typically measuring 4’x4’x8’. To determine the cubic feet, multiply length x width x height. Measurements taken in inches can be converted to cubic feet by dividing by 1728. For all sales of non-packaged wood, California regulations require the seller to furnish the buyer with a bill of sale, stating the amount of wood purchased, total selling price, the seller’s name and address, and the date of sale or delivery. When buying wood over th...

Independence Civic Club P O Box 482 Independence, CA 93526 P R E S S R E L E A S E FIFTH DISTRICT CANDIDATES FORUM Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Forum starts at 6:00 pm Independence Legion Hall Corner of Hwy 395 and Kearsarge St. The Independence Civic Club will be conducting a Fifth District Candidates Forum. The candidates are: Dan Berry and Will Wadelton https://sierrawave.net/the-independence-civic-club-will-be-conducting-a-fifth-district-candidates-forum-the-candidates-are-dan-berry-and-will-wadelton/

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Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - Wed Sep 25 2024 Even though we are in Fall, temperatures and humidities through the rest of the month are expected to be more like June. An unseasonably strong ridge of high pressure is pushing in from the NW. That high has dropped down over Oregon and is forecast to move SE, over New Mexico in a day or so. Expect temps to reach 93° in Independence Thursday and Friday. Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 90 / 48 Big Pine: 90 / 54 Independence: 91 / 60 Lone Pine: 90 / 62 Olancha: 92 / 65 Mammoth Lakes: 69 / 45 Death Valley: 112 / 83 https://sierrawave.net/?p=88841

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CITY OF BISHOP P. O. Box 1236 Bishop, CA 93515 City Hall – 760-873-5863 September 24, 2024 MEETING CANCELLATION The Bishop City Council Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, October 14, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular City Council Meeting is scheduled on Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 301 West Line Street, Bishop, California. https://sierrawave.net/city-of-bishop-meeting-cancellation/

MEDIA RELEASE 9/24/2024 --For Immediate Release— Contact: Louis Medina, Outreach Director, Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association - Note new email address: Louis@sierraforever.org, Cell 323.788.7447 Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association Announces 2024 Eastern Sierra History Conference, Coming Up Oct. 25-27, at Cerro Coso College, Bishop Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association (ESIA) invites the public to attend the 9th Annual Eastern Sierra History Conference, scheduled for Oct. 25 -27, at the Bishop Campus of Cerro Coso Community College, at 4090 W. Line St. Tickets are available for purchase at sierraforever.org/eshc. ESIA Executive Director Jeff Gabriel credits Mono County District 3 Supervisor Bob Gardner as the conference’s creator. “As the former executive director of ESIA,” Gabriel said, “Bob established the conference nine years ago with the idea of highlighting the rich history of the Sierra Nevada.” Offering two days of lectures and presentations from authoritative speaker...

Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - Tue Sep 24 2024 Temperatures will remain near 7 degress above normal for Bishop thru the work week, as we are under the influence of a PACNW upper ridge. A bit breezy Wednesday from a few shortwaves trying to move through the large PACNW ridge, to no avail. After that temps rebound back to above normal, with ongoing dry weather....DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 91 / 49 Big Pine: 90 / 54 Independence: 91 / 61 Lone Pine: 90 / 63 Olancha: 92 / 66 Mammoth Lakes: 57 / 38 Death Valley: 112 / 82 https://sierrawave.net/?p=88823

PRESS RELEASE TO:                  LOCAL MEDIA SUBJECT:     BISHOP UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD CANDIDATE FORUM EVENT DATE: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10 TIME:              6:30 PM PLACE:          BISHOP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 205 N FOWLER ST. __________________________________________________________________________ The Bishop Sunrise Rotary Club is sponsoring a free public Candidate Forum for the Bishop Unified School District (BUSD) Board race to be held on Thursday, October 10 at 6:30 PM in the fellowship hall of the Bishop United Methodist Church. All four Candidates for the BUSD Board – Steve Elia, Karen Keehn, Jamie Morley, and Michelle Mulligan – will be present and speaking at the event. Kristina Blüm Justice will be the moderator for the evening. Rotary Clubs and Rotarians support education through scholarships, donations, and service projects around the world. The Bishop Sunrise Rotary Club is hosting this forum to encourage local voters to be active and informed on matters affect...

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: September 22, 2024 Contact: Shira Dubrovner at (760) 965-9358 or MammothLakesRep@yahoo.com    5TH ANNUAL EASTERN SIERRA MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES LIST OF FEATURE SCREENINGS Mammoth Lakes, CA –Shira Dubrovner Artistic Director of Mammoth Lakes Repertory Theatre and Eastern Sierra Arts Alliance announced the films to be screened at the four-day Eastern Sierra Mountain Film Festival running from October 2 to 5th. All screenings take place at 7:00 in the evening at the U.S. Forest Service Auditorium, 2510  Main Street, Mammoth Lakes. Tickets to the event are free with a suggested donation of $12 per evening. Trailers and additional information are available at www.easternsierraarts.org/esmff The Festival was created when Dubrovner who also produces the Mammoth Lakes Film Festival (MLFF) which is a spring festival that focuses on independent filmmakers and includes documentaries and narrative films. Because of our location, they were seeing a high pe...

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ON 09/19/2024, AT APPROXIMATELY 1 :57PM, DA YID BROOKS (PARTY #1) WAS DRIVING A GREEN/GRAY SUBARU OUTBACK (VEHICLE#!) NORTHBOUND ONUS-395, SOUTH OF GILL STATION COSOROAD IN THE #1 LANE AND AT AN APPROXIMATE SPEED OF 70-75 MILES PER HOUR. FOR AN UNKNOWN REASON, PARTY #1 POSSIBLY FELL ASLEEP AND VEERED VEHICLE #1 TO THE LEFT, COLLIDING INTO TWO PADDLE MARKERS. SUBSEQUENTLY, PARTY #1 OPENED HIS EYES AND REACTED BY TURNING HIS VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT. VEHICLE #1 COLLIDED INTO A BARBED WIRE FENCE BEFORE ROLLING OVER ONTO ITS' ROOF INTO THE COSO JUNCTION REST STOP. PARTY #1 SUSTAINED MAJOR INJURIES AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO SOUTHERN INYO HOSPITAL BY THE LONE PINE FIRE DEPARTMENT. THIS CRASH IS STILL UNDER INVESTIGATION BY THE CHP. https://sierrawave.net/chp-report-of-collision-news-release-2/

Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - Mon Sep 23 2024 Well your Sunday, the first day of Fall, was quite nice. But Mother Nature hasn't quite figured out that Autumn is here yet. Temperatures this week will run above normal, all due to high pressure building across the PACNW. You can expect dry weather, those temps hovering in the low 90s with increased fire danger thru Friday...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 89 / 48 Big Pine: 89 / 54 Independence: 90 / 61 Lone Pine: 89 / 63 Olancha: 90 / 66 Mammoth Lakes: 69 / 46 Death Valley: 111 / 83 https://sierrawave.net/?p=88781

Board of Supervisors - Update There has been an update to the resolution associated with agenda item # 25A (see below). The agenda packet has been updated on both of their online platforms. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XX FIXING THE EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION UNDER THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ MEDICAL AND HOSPITAL CARE ACT AT AN EQUAL AMOUNT FOR EMPLOYEES AND ANNUITANTS   WHEREAS,          (1)          The County of Inyo is a contracting agency under Government Code Section 22920 and subject to the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act (the “Act”); and   WHEREAS,          (2)          Government Code Section 22892(a) provides that a contracting agency subject to Act shall fix the amount of the employer contribution by resolution; and   WHEREAS,          (3)          Government Code Section 22892(b) provides that the employer contribution shall be an equal amount for both employees and annuitants, but may not be less than the amount prescribed by Section 22892(b) of the Act; now, therefore be it...

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ATTN DRIVERS: U.S. 395 has FULLY REOPENED between State Route 108 (Sonora Pass) and Burcham Flat Road in Mono County. There are no traffic controls this weekend. One-way traffic control with delays of up to 20 minutes through the project area will resume on Monday. Travelers are asked to be attentive to workers on the highway, slow for the cone zone, and move over whenever possible to remain clear of construction personnel and equipment. Be Safe and Be Work Zone Alert! https://sierrawave.net/caltrans-395-fully-reopened/

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Olancha Cartago Fire Department Former Chief Chelsea Benbrook made this statement at the Olancha Community Services Regular Board Meeting, September 19, 2024. Failing EMS systems is a problem nationwide. Our Volunteer EMS collapse has been on the horizon and after the fall of Symon‘s ambulance in Bishop, I knew we were entering into an opportunity phase in Olancha. We are vulnerable here on the outskirts of the county but fortunate to lie on the 395 corridor and also unfortunate because of the added geography to cover for our small and diminishing population. 80% of our total call volume is helping tourists and traffic collisions along 395. The brave people who respond to these scenes are paid a $20 flat rate per call, so it’s safe to say the incentive isn’t salary-related. People are vulnerable. Vulnerable to motorists driving high speeds, vulnerable to blood-borne pathogens, vulnerable to the effects of PTSD. No leader should lose sight of the potential liability people enter into wh...

On Thursday the Broncos traveled to Rosamond where both teams defeated the Roadrunners. JV recorded their first league win in three sets (25-23, 20-25, 15-8). Varsity won 3-0 with scores of 25-17, 25-22, and 25-18. The Broncos play at home on Tuesday, September 24th against Desert at 4pm.   https://sierrawave.net/volleyball-broncos-traveled-to-rosamond-thursday/

Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - Fri Sep 20 2024 It's Friday and we are going to have a beautiful Fall weeknd ahead, and Fall starts on Sunday. After light showers / storms yesterday, with a dusting over the higher peaks of the Sierra, a few showers remain here and there today. Then temps start to level off as high pressure returns this weekend. By early next week, we are back to above normal temperatures. Have a Great Go Do It weekend...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 80 / 46 Big Pine: 80 / 51 Independence: 80 / 57 Lone Pine: 80 / 59 Olancha: 80 / 62 Mammoth Lakes: 59 / 42 Death Valley: 100 / 78 https://sierrawave.net/?p=88726

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION, September 19, 2024 CONTACT: Deputy CAO Meaghan McCamman, (760) 872-1223 mmcamman@inyocounty.us Pre-Approved Housing Design Plans Now Available Building Plan Sets for Accessory Dwelling Units Offered by County at No Cost As part of its efforts to support and encourage the creation of additional affordable housing stock, Inyo County is now making available pre-approved building sets to Inyo County homeowners at no charge. The plan sets apply specifically to what are known as Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) – more commonly known as granny flats, in-law units, backyard cottages, etc. – and comprise a series of 12 pre-reviewed, pre-approved, code-compliant construction plans that can be obtained online for free at Inyo County Pre-Approved Building Plan Sets | Inyo County California. ADUs are hailed by the California Department of Housing and Community Development as an innovative and effective option for adding much-needed housing in...

Acting Public Affairs Officer: Jamie Hinrichs jamie.hinrichs@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov/inyo Facebook: @InyoNF Roads and trails to Inyo Craters temporarily closing for hazard tree removal    BISHOP, Calif., September 19, 2024 – To ensure public safety Inyo National Forest officials are temporarily closing the entry roads, trails, and facilities at the Inyo Craters site, located on the Mammoth Ranger District starting September 24th. A 100-foot buffer area along each side of Inyo Craters Trails, Inyo Craters Road (3S30), Dry Creek Road (3S22), and surrounding roads off Mammoth Scenic Loop Road will be closed in three phases to minimize the impact on public recreation: - September 24 – October 18: roads (3S106, 3S20, portion of 3S89, 3S109B, 3S30A) will be closed. - October 7 – October 31: roads (3S30, 3S30F/G/H/J/K/L, portion of 3S22) and trails (2705, 2705A) will be closed. - October 16 – November 15: roads (3S107, 3S22A, 3S22P, portion of 3S104, 3S104A, 3S104B) will be c...

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A ridge of high pressure will rebuild over the area this weekend resulting in Minor Heat Risk at most locations through the middle of next week. https://sierrawave.net/nws-weekly-heatrisk-briefing-september-19th-september-25th/

Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - Thu Sep 19 2024 Today thru Friday am, expect light showers (30 - 40%) in the Owens Valley, along with some weak convection. For Mammoth and Mono County, showers also, with light snow (2 - 4 inches) above 9,500 feet, thru Friday am as well. No significant impacts are expected from all this. The system causing the unsettled weather exits Friday morning, as ridging develops over the EPAC. Afternoon temps will reach seasonal by the weekend, climbing above seasonal early next week...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 73 / 43 Big Pine: 72 / 47 Independence: 73 / 52 Lone Pine: 72 / 55 Olancha: 74 / 57 Mammoth Lakes: 52 / 37 Death Valley: 98 / 75 https://sierrawave.net/?p=88637

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 was the Cross Country HIGH DESERT INVITATIONAL, hosted here by Bishop High school in the Tungsten Hills. Our very own freshman runner, Ezekiel Lundgren won 1st place out of 80 runners and 7 different schools!!! Congratulations and great work to all the runners. Coach Jessica Hodges (Hopefully we will have some pictures sent soon) https://sierrawave.net/cross-country-high-desert-invitational-hosted-by-bishop-high-school/

Last week Olancha-Cartago Fire Department temporarily suspended emergency medical services. Olancha Cartago Fire Department said that they could not provide emergency services. This is expected to be temporary. Lone Pine Fire Protection District EMS and Ridgecrest EMS expanded their operating areas to include Olancha Cartago as an interim measure. Inyo County Emergency Medical Services are sparse and fragile due to the current model, large service areas, limited personnel, inadequate call volume, and reimbursement constraints. Inyo County Medical Services depend upon volunteers; however, in recent years, volunteer numbers declined significantly. Recent shortages of qualified personnel created this temporary, unsustainable strain on Olancha-Cartago Fire Department EMS coverage. Olancha-Cartago Fire Department and Inyo County are working to ensure Olancha Cartago EMS is available to the public. “The emergency service and fire services is reduced, as I understand it, by the Olancha Cartag...

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The Bishop Sunrise Rotary Club is sponsoring a free public Candidate Forum for the Bishop Unified School District (BUSD) Board race to be held on Thursday, October 10 at 6:30 PM in the fellowship hall of the Bishop United Methodist Church. All four Candidates for the BUSD Board – Steve Elia, Karen Keehn, Jamie Morley, and Michelle Mulligan – will be present and speaking at the event. Kristina Blüm Justice will be the moderator for the evening. Rotary Clubs and Rotarians support education through scholarships, donations, and service projects around the world. The Bishop Sunrise Rotary Club is hosting this forum to encourage local voters to be active and informed on matters affecting public education. “Our local public schools have such a big impact on the lives and futures of our children and fellow community members,” notes Bishop Sunrise Rotary President Betsy McDonald. “Rotary is offering this forum so BUSD area voters can meet and learn more about each of the four candidates and wha...