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Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster April 9th
Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - WED APR 09 2025 An amplified ridge over the Western US will keep temperatures above normal thru the work week. So by Friday...
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Schulman Grove Interpretive Programs are Back – ESIA
Schulman Grove Interpretive Programs are back! They will be available daily, at 11 am and 2 pm at the Schulman Grove Visitor Center. 🌲 💫 Join a naturalist to learn more about the ancient bristlecone...
Bishop Police Department Recognized and Awarded
The Bishop Police Department is please to announce we have been recognized for our policy management for 2023. Shooting for Gold next year (can always do better).
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.”
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Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster April 9th
Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - WED APR 09 2025 An amplified ridge over the Western US will keep temperatures above normal thru the work week. So by Friday...
CalTrans Road Conditions Update for November 25 Evening
California Department of Transportation D9 DISPATCH COMMUNICATIONS 500 SOUTH MAIN STREET BISHOP, CA 93514 (760) 872-0601 I FAX (760) 872-5221 I TTY 71l http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov Monday, November 25, 2024@ 1800 Hrs. Re: Current District 9 Road Restrictions: 395: R1...
