Eastern Sierra NOW News: May 12th, 2026
Stay informed with the latest headlines from across the Eastern Sierra in this community-focused news report covering wildfire prevention, tribal sustainability projects, local infrastructure, arts opportunities, and important road updates.
This episode includes coverage of California’s proposed Fire Safe Home Tax Credits Act, aimed at helping homeowners in wildfire-prone areas improve defensible space and home hardening efforts. We also highlight major sustainability initiatives from the Bishop Paiute Tribe, including the new Nuumu Mobility electric transportation project and the installation of rooftop solar systems at Arrowhead Trails apartments.
Plus, the Town of Mammoth Lakes is recruiting for an Arts and Culture Manager for the new Dave and Roma McCoy Arts and Cultural Center, while Mammoth Lakes Recreation is searching for local performers for this year’s Arts on the 4th Festival.
We also cover updates from the Bishop City Pool, upcoming public works projects in Mammoth Lakes, construction along U.S. 395 through the Manzanar Pavement Project near Manzanar National Historic Site, and road closure reminders from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power affecting access near Crowley Lake and Bishop.
Marie Alvarado Gil: https://sr04.senate.ca.gov/
Bishop Paiute Tribe: https://bishoppaiute.net/
Mammoth Lakes Website: https://www.townofmammothlakes.ca.gov/
Arts on the 4th: https://www.artsonthe4th.com/
Bishop City Pool: https://cityofbishop.ca.gov/departmen…
Mammoth Lakes Public Works Department: https://www.townofmammothlakes.ca.gov…
Manzanar Pavement Project: https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/d…
LADWP Eastern Sierra: https://www.ladwp.com/who-we-are/ladw…
Dana Crom for Judge: https://www.electdanacromjudge.com/
ESN Epic Eats: easternsierranow.com/epic-eats
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