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Eastern Sierra News for February 17, 2026

 

 

 

 

 

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Table Talk…Power Lunch


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Next Tuesday, February 24 from 12–1:30pm, we’re back at Harmony Brazilian Restaurant for our first Power Lunch of the year — and last time we were there, it sold out. Because table talk matters. We’ll cover SBDC (Small Business Development Center) resources, how AI can analyze menu performance to improve margins, and how crowdfunding can fund your next idea. Good conversation, practical takeaways, and yes — great food. Register now to save your seat. >>> Click here to register

Resilience. Real Conversation.


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Our next Women in Business is designed to hold space for shared experiences. On Tuesday, March 3 from 5–7pm at Noodle-Ly, Andrea Walker (Stellar Brew Café) and Elizabeth McGuire (East Side Bakeshop) will reflect on being business owners and mothers who were personally impacted by the McGee Creek Pack Fire. Brianna Goico will guide the discussion, followed by open conversation in the trusted circle Women in Business is known for. Seating is limited. Please register to be part of the evening. >>> Click here to register

Who’s Hiring

Looking for what’s next — or know someone who is? Our Chamber job board features a wide range of local opportunities right now. Current listings include Administrative Clerk, Preschool Teacher, Forest Health Seasonal Forestry Technician, Patient Care Assistant (CNA or EMT), Program & Project Manager, Enhanced Care Coordinator and more. Take a look, share with a friend, and see what’s open across our community. >>> Click here for the Job Board

This Week

Tuesday, Feb. 17
IMACA Food Distribution
Lee Vining, Community Center

IMACA Food Distribution
June Lake, Community Center

CANCELED DUE TO STORM
Not Your Grandma’s Bingo
The EATery

Wednesday, Feb. 18
Exceeding Customer Expectations Seminars
Bridgeport, June Lake & Bishop

Food Waste Prevention Taskforce Meeting
Zoom

Master Your Money: Financial Literacy Lunch & Learn Drop-In Sessions
Mammoth Lakes Library

Pool Tournament
Distant Brewing

Live Music: Cassie Dunn
Shelter Distilling

Thursday, Feb. 19
Exceeding Customer Expectations Seminars
Bishop & Lone Pine

Public Sauna + Cold Plunge
Outside Bar Sierra

Art & Wine: Out of Office
Outbound Hotel Lobby/Fireplace

The Felt Cutouts LIVE!
Distant Brewing

Friday, Feb. 20
Public Sauna + Cold Plunge
Outside Bar Sierra

Saturday, Feb. 21
Free Guided Snow Shoe Hike
Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center

Public Sauna + Cold Plunge
Outside Bar Sierra

Sunday, Feb. 22
Jeff Livingstone LIVE!
Distant Brewing


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Chamber News


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Projects & Pain Points

What’s your nonprofit working on right now — and where could collaboration make it stronger? Save the date for the next Nonprofit Coalition meeting on Monday, March 9 from 4–5pm. We want you to share current projects, priorities, and the challenges your organization is navigating. Come prepared with your list. It’s an opportunity to strengthen communication, uncover overlap, and support one another more intentionally.  >>> Click here to register

Member News


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Get Some Big Air!

Want to stay competitive and keep your business or event top of mind? The right advertising makes all the difference — and radio still delivers, especially here. KMMT and KRHV have seen listener numbers climb, reaching locals and visitors alike. Chamber members can lock in more than 20% savings on KMMT’s most popular advertising plan, including 30-second commercial production, four spots per day, DJ mentions, an on-air interview on the ACE show, and community calendar promotion for events. Smaller budget and nonprofit pricing options are available. >>> Click here to check out the full offer and get your message on the air.


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Get on the Menu: One More Week to Sign Up

Mammoth Lakes Tourism’s inaugural Restaurant Week (May 2–9) is designed to drive traffic during shoulder season — and sign-ups close Wednesday, February 25 at 6pm, just over a week away. Don’t let a busy ski week push this aside. Participating restaurants will be featured in MLT promotions, and offerings are flexible: prix fixe, featured dish, happy hour, or something new. Make sure your restaurant is part of it. Email Olivia Amber. >>> Click here to learn more and sign-up

Business News


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Time to Cut the Red Tape

The Building an Affordable California Act (BACA) is a priority across California — and you’ll be hearing more about it throughout the year. The measure seeks to modernize the state’s broken approval process that impacts essential projects. BACA proposes a more efficient path forward for housing, clean energy, water systems, roads, hospitals, schools, wildfire prevention and broadband. Visit the campaign website to review the proposal and what it could mean for communities statewide. >>> Click here for the campaign website

 


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Improved Flight Reliability

Mammoth Yosemite Airport now has a new instrument approach procedure that improves reliability and safety during poor weather. Aircraft can land with lower cloud ceilings and reduced visibility, and the new alignment brings planes directly onto the runway centerline. Implemented in partnership with the FAA and aviation consultants — at no cost to the Town — this satellite-based technology strengthens the local economy and enhances medical transport capabilities. >>> Click here to read the full press release

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