by Community Reports/Events | Aug 10, 2026 | Editorial, Local News
I Lost 100 Pounds and Found Something Very Important James 1:12 “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life.” On July 22, 2024, I walked into Planet Fitness committed to losing...
by Jason Brown | May 11, 2026 | Editorial, Healthcare /Hospitals, Local News
When the Toolbox Stops Working: Living With Mental Illness and Chronic Pain May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I wanted to share my personal experience. Mental health is real. It is not weakness. It is not attention seeking. It is not something you can...
by Community Reports/Events | May 11, 2026 | Editorial, General Misc. Stories, Inyo County, Local News, Lone Pine
The People Who Make a Small Town Big “We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in our hands to make a difference.” – Nelson Mandela This month, our school had the opportunity to recognize Mr. Roger Rache as our Community Star. The Community...
by Community Reports/Events | Apr 16, 2026 | Editorial, General Misc. Stories, Inyo County, Local News, Lone Pine
Do Unto Your Employees “If you go looking for a friend, you’re going to find they’re very scarce. If you go out to be a friend, you’ll find them everywhere.” — Zig Ziglar One day, an employee and I were talking about diet and how it impacts your success at work. “You...
by News Staff | Mar 31, 2026 | Editorial, General Misc. Stories, Inyo County, Local News
Bishop, California Native Deston Rogers Reaches Global Audience as International Best-Selling Author It is often said that a single connection can change the trajectory of a life. For Bishop, California native and radio broadcasting veteran Deston Rogers, one...
by Community Reports/Events | Mar 20, 2026 | Editorial, Inyo County, Local News, Lone Pine
Effort Counts Twice I recently reread the book Grit by Angela Duckworth and was reminded of one of my favorite quotes: “For all that talent counts, effort counts twice.” Duckworth explains achievement this way: Talent × Effort = Skill Skill × Effort = Achievement...
