by News Staff | Aug 8, 2019 | General Misc. Stories, Government Agencies/Utilities
By Deb Murphy Seven Independence liquid ambers are looking at an uncertain future as the Inyo Supervisors discussed, then postponed, action on whether the trees, all planted in County rights-of-way, stay, or go. All seven were deemed inappropriate for their location,...
by News Staff | Jul 30, 2019 | Entertainment/Local Events/Activities, General Misc. Stories
By Charles James The Owens Valley School in Independence has a good deal for you: Free breakfast and lunch for children up to the age of 18. Adults are eligible for a charge of only $4 for breakfast and $5 for lunch, while seniors over 60 pay only $3 for breakfast and...
by News Staff | Jul 17, 2019 | Entertainment/Local Events/Activities, General Misc. Stories
Story and photos by Charles James Independence is a small town with a big heart and a long history. Its name alone is perfect for hosting a Fourth of July Parade and the country’s Independence. They hosted an all-day-long celebration complete with fireworks and plenty...
by News Staff | Jun 27, 2019 | General Misc. Stories
By Deb Murphy Two community workshops on rate increases for Inyo County-operated water systems went smoothly earlier this month, so now all that’s left to do is follow the red tape set to put those rates in place. The County took over the operation of water systems in...
by News Staff | Jun 7, 2019 | General Misc. Stories
By Deb Murphy A couple dozen residents of Independence got the “we’re gonna raise your water rates” presentation Wednesday evening and took the information fairly well, even opting to bite the bullet and take the biggest hit in October of this year ending up with a...