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Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster July 28th
Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - MON JUL 28 2025 As this week progresses, a trough over NORCAL continues to move towards the Great Basin. This...
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Traffic Advisory for the Week of 6/3/2024 – 6/7/2024
EASTERN KERN, INYO, and MONO COUNTIES – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the following project work and traffic impacts for the week of June 3 – June 7.
Work schedules are subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment and/or materials, and/or construction-related issues.
Death Valley Park Employee Died in Off-Duty Vehicle Crash
DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – Rigoberto “RJ” Avina died in a vehicle crash in Death Valley National Park on May 26. Avina had worked for the National Park Service for nearly 3 years but was not on duty at the time of the accident.
SOBRIETY AND DRIVER’S LICENSE CHECKPOINT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 31, 2024 SOBRIETY AND DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECKPOINT The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Bridgeport Area has scheduled a driving under theinfluence (DUI) and driver license...
Weather Forecast for June 4, 2024
Today a strong ridge of high pressure will build in over the Great Basin and Intermountain West. So temps should take a big jump tomorrow to above well normal thru Saturday in the Owens Valley.
Rural County Photo Contest Returns for 8th Year
The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) is accepting entries now through the end of the month for its popular digital photography contest aimed at highlighting and celebrating life in California’s rural counties. The contest, now in its eighth year, is used to promote tourism and economic development in RCRC’s member counties.
Extreme Heat in the Forecast for Inyo County
The National Weather Service-Las Vegas has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Inyo County, effective from 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 7. The forecast predicts dangerously high temperatures for this time of year, with highs of 100-105 degrees from Bishop to Olancha and highs of 111-120 degrees in Death Valley.
Most of Inyo County normally doesn’t receive 100-plus degree weather until July, so it is important that residents and visitors are not caught off-guard and are prepared for the intense heat.
DMV Announces New Hours for the Bishop Office
Sacramento – To improve efficiency and to better serve the evolving needs of customers as part of its digital transformation, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will modify public hours at the Bishop office located at 1115 W. Line St. The Bishop office is one of 20 DMV offices that will implement new hours. The office will remain open to the public on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays beginning July 1.
Mammoth Community Water District 2023 Consumer Confidence Report on Water Quality is Now Available.
News ReleaseMammoth Community Water DistrictPO Box 597, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546760-934-2596 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 3, 2024CONTACT: Clay Murray, Operations SuperintendentMammoth Lakes,...
Major $62 million utilities project expected to begin in 2025
DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – Safe and reliable water is essential in Death Valley National Park, often one of the hottest places on Earth. The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund is providing approximately $62 million to complete critical upgrades to the park’s water and wastewater infrastructure. The project is crucial to address deferred maintenance and repair needs, while also remediating environmental hazards, enhancing conservation, and creating healthier ecosystems.
“The Great American Outdoors Act is a game-changer for Death Valley,” said Superintendent Mike Reynolds. “This project to rehabilitate two old and failing utility systems will take care of critical infrastructure needs and ensure a sustainable water supply while protecting the fragile desert ecosystem.”
Russell L. Covington Born April 1962 – May 20, 2024
Russell was born in Tulare, CA. The family moved to Bishop in 1970 and Russell has been here ever since. He attended Bishop Elementary Schools and graduated from Bishop Union High School in the class of 1979. He had many passions, among his favorite was fishing. Russell’s work history started with restaurants, Union Carbide, Mammoth Mountain Ski Area.
Elizabeth (Betty) Salinas February 10, 1932 – January 17, 2024
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmotherand dear friend passed away quietly on the evening ofJanuary 17, 2024. She had much to do yet in life but needed to be with ourfather who had passed...
Inyo County Impacts from incoming Pacific Storm
Key Points: A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the eastern Sierra and all Inyo County mountains above 6000 feet from 4am Sunday through 4 am Tuesday. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Owens...
INYO COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION Meeting – Thursday, February 8, 2024′
MAJOR STORM FORECAST TO HIT EASTERN SIERRA
Big Pine Unified School District’s Board of Trustees’ meeting to be held on Monday, February 5, 2024 starting at 6:00 PM.
Last Chance Workshop Highlights Inevitability of Wildfires, Need to Prepare
Last Chance Workshop Highlights Inevitability of Wildfires, Need to Prepare “It’s not if, but when.” This stark reality echoed through the Tri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop on January 27th during the...
Virtual Meeting for Public Input ESAC OHV Education and Safety Grant
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate ReleaseFebruary 2, 2024 Virtual Meeting for Public InputESAC OHV Education and Safety Grant Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center (ESAC) is submitting an application for the...
Skippable News February 2, 2024 #224
This week on Skippable News we have Barry Simpson with Heather Carr. Pastor Tim Homan, Donna Bird from Mule Days, CHP Officer Michener, Jen and Jan from Playhouse395, Jeff Gabriel with ESIA and...
NIHD Governance Committee Meeting
NOTICE NORTHERN INYO HEALTHCARE DISTRICTBOARD OF DIRECTORS – GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE MEETINGFebruary 05, 2024 AT 8:00 AM The Governance Committee will meet in person at 150 Pioneer Street Bishop, CA...
Web Server Upgraded
We have upgraded our web servers to meet the demands of the community. We apologize for any page loading issues earlier today. We are now on the fastest servers possible. Thank you again for...
Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster July 28th
Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - MON JUL 28 2025 As this week progresses, a trough over NORCAL continues to move towards the Great Basin. This...
Caltrans Road Conditions – Sunday Evening, February 16, 2025
California Department of Transportation D9 DISPATCH COMMUNICATIONS 500 SOUTH MAIN STREET BISHOP, CA 93514 (760) 872-0601 I FAX (760) 872-5221 I TTY 7 11 http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov Sunday, February 16, 2025@ 1934 Hrs. Re: Current District 9 Road Restrictions: 395: HIGH...
