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Forest Service hosts special holiday readings for South Lake Tahoe students
Community - Saturday, December 21, 2024 - 9:26pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In celebration of the holiday season, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) proudly hosted two holiday book readings for the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.

Conservation Education and Fire Prevention staff, along with the Tallac Hotshots, had the amazing opportunity to present a holiday book reading complemented by crafts and activities for Boys and Girls Club students at Bijou Community and Meyers Elementary schools.

Active Christmas weather week ahead for Lake Tahoe; Wind advisory to start things off
News - Friday, December 20, 2024 - 7:37pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a chance of a white Christmas, though chances for a wet Christmas at most elevations around Lake Tahoe is a better possibility.

Before Christmas, there are quick-moving storms this weekend that will bring stronger winds on Saturday, with light rain and high-elevation snow showers. A Wind Advisory is in place for Saturday, December 21 from 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. for communities around Lake Tahoe. Expect winds from the south to southwest, 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Wave heights of 2 to 4 feet on Lake Tahoe.

Wreaths Across America ceremony held in South Lake Tahoe
Community - Friday, December 20, 2024 - 7:14pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Last Saturday’s snowstorm couldn’t keep members of Lake Tahoe Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), from hosting the Wreaths Across America Ceremony at Happy Homestead Cemetery. The mission of Wreaths Across America is to “Remember" those who have served and are serving our nation and community; “Honor” them for their service; and “Teach” younger generations about the sacrifices made to keep our nation free.

Thank you from LTUSD Superintendent

Opinion - Friday, December 20, 2024 - 6:36pm

On behalf of the Lake Tahoe School District, I want to thank our community and the overwhelming support in passing Measure U. This is an investment in the future of our students, teachers, and the entire community.

TTD expands US50 route for New Year's Eve and other big events
News - Friday, December 20, 2024 - 1:02pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is expanding its popular Route 50 Express Service to include several high-profile events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center. In addition to New Year’s Eve festivities at Stateline and Tahoe Knight Monsters hockey games on December 27-29, 2024, and January 24-26, 2025, the service will also support two marquee 2025 events: the Lake Tahoe Reggae Winter Festival on February 15-16, 2025 and John Summit: Experts Only show on February 21-22, 2025.

Two Knight Monster players called up to Henderson Silver Knights
Sports - Friday, December 20, 2024 - 12:50pm

STATELINE, Nev. – The Tahoe Knight Monsters, proud ECHL Affiliate of the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights and the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights announced today that forwards Simon Pinard and Jett Jones have been recalled back to Henderson.

Pinard, 23, played three games with the Silver Knights earlier this season and was reassigned back to Tahoe on November 29. In the 10 games with the Knight Monsters, he scored six goals and added nine assists.

He had the third most goals in the ECHL at 14, and also scored the game-winning goal in overtime against the Allen Americans on December 3.

South Lake Tahoe Girl Scout Troop 33 spreads cheer at Tahoe Senior Plaza
Community - Friday, December 20, 2024 - 12:44pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Members of Girl Scout Troop 33 in South Lake Tahoe have made the holidays a bit brighter for the residents of Tahoe Senior Plaza.

On December 12, Troop 33 went to the residential facility to sing carols, deliver homemade cards and angels, and spend time with the residents.

They had a lovely time, though reports on still out on who enjoyed it most!
One resident even brought out her own Girl Scout pins from 1933.

Former South Lake Tahoe man charged in cryptocurrency investment scheme
News - Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 6:17pm

A federal grand jury returned a 12-count indictment against Daniel Chartraw, 51, formerly of South Lake Tahoe, charging him with wire fraud, United States Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced. The indictment was unsealed this week after Chartraw’s arrest.

South Tahoe High School students enjoy holiday dinner created by culinary students and staff
Community - Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 5:58pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For the first time, South Tahoe High School (STHS) Students were treated to a special holiday dinner created by the school's culinary students and staff served during lunch this week.

Aprés Ski Hannukah in South Lake Tahoe
Lifestyle - Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 5:46pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - All are welcome to join Aprés Ski Hannukah on December 26, whether you are a long-time Temple Bat Yam (TBY) member, connected to the Tahoe Jewish Community, visiting the area, or just want to help the local Jewish community celebrate!

3:30 p.m. – Come grab some hot chocolate after a day on the slopes, work, or whatever way you’re enjoying your day. We’ll have hot chocolate, latkes, and other goodies to celebrate this 2nd Night of Hannukah

Knight Monsters hold on to win Thriller in Utah
Sports - Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 5:31pm
News Release

No one said that winning eight in a row was going to be easy.

The Tahoe Knight Monsters were pushed to the limit on Wednesday night in Utah, but ultimately prevailed 7-6 in overtime. They weathered two furious Grizzlies comebacks and Brennan Kapcheck scored the game-winner in the extra frame.

The first period played out like the majority of the previous three games against Utah, with Tahoe scoring four goals. Jake McGrew hit the back of the net twice, while Sloan Stanick and Jett Jones also struck to make it 4-0 after 20 minutes.

Then the second period happened.

Join the 3rd annual Adopt-A-Hydrant campaign: Help keep our community safe
Community - Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 3:24pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) and South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) are joining forces for the third annual Adopt-A-Hydrant campaign, which encourages residents to keep the community safe by adopting a fire hydrant this winter.

A cleared hydrant can save firefighters precious minutes in the event of a structure fire. While STPUD and SLTFR clear some priority hydrants on main roads and near critical infrastructure, we need the community's help to ensure the numerous hydrants throughout neighborhoods are accessible after each storm.

TRPA Board selects Hayley Williamson as Chair
News - Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - 10:00pm
News Release

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - During its meeting Wednesday, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board elected Hayley Williamson as its new board chair for a two-year term. Williamson replaces Placer County Supervisor Cindy Gustafson who served as chair of the bi-state governing body for more than two years and who will remain on the board as one of six local government appointees.

Williamson, the Nevada at-large board member, also serves as chair of the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada, a seat to which she was first appointed in 2020.

Next TERC Talk: Winter Weather with Chris Smallcomb
Lifestyle - Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - 9:50pm

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Back by popular demand! Join the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) as they welcome Chris Smallcomb from the Reno office of the NOAA National Weather Service on January 9, 2025. Chris will discuss how winter is going so far, and show the latest forecasts for the rest of winter and what that means for our region going into 2025.

In-person Event Details

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Presentation begins at 6:00 p.m.
Location: UC Davis Tahoe Science Center, 201 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, Nevada

Kirkwood Mountain Resort to host Yeti Natural Selection Duel
Sports - Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - 9:35pm

KIRKWOOD, Calif. – Kirkwood Mountain Resort will be hosting a YETI Natural Selection DUEL during the first stage of the 2025 Natural Selection Tour from January 24–30, 2025.

Live Violence Free announces return of 80s themed Bowl-a-Thon

Community - Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - 9:24pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Live Violence Free has announced the return of its Bowl-A-Thon fundraiser, and the community is invited! The 80s-themed event will be held at Tahoe Bowl on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Whether you are a seasoned bowler or just looking for an entertaining evening with friends and co-workers, this event is the perfect opportunity to strike up some fun while supporting Live Violence Free.

Douglas High's Community Life Skills class spread holiday cheer at Gardnerville Rehabilitation Center
Community - Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - 6:40pm

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - This spirit of the season brought joy, and some tears, to those at the Gardnerville Rehabilitation Center. The holiday cheer was thanks to the students in the Douglas High School Community Life Skills Class as they brought gift bags to the patients.

New members sworn in for LTUSD school board; Kemper selected as president
Schools - Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - 6:02pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two new school board members and one returning member were sworn in during the Lake Tahoe Unified School District's (LTUSD) organizational meeting on December 13.

Robert Anderson, Ellen Camacho, and Valerie Mansfield each won their seats in the November election. They join newly appointed Board President Lauri Kemper and Clerk of the Board Jon Hetherton. Mansfield, a past board president, was sworn in for her second term.

Kudos: Bread & Broth Monday Meal dinner sponsored by the Delorey Family
Community - Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - 8:38am

Hosting a Bread & Broth’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) sponsorship is a great way to help members of the community who are in need. By donating $350, a sponsor helps Bread & Broth (B&B) cover the costs needed to serve a free full-course meal to any community member who comes to St. Theresa’s Grace Hall for a Monday Meal service held from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Barton Health earns three top designations for maternity care
News - Tuesday, December 17, 2024 - 10:47pm
News Release

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Barton Health recently earned top designations for its commitment to high-quality maternity care. The three accolades received include the Baby-Friendly designation from Baby-Friendly USA as well as U.S. News & World Report’s High Performer rating and Maternity Care Access Hospital designation.

Of the 817 hospitals evaluated by U.S. News & World Report, Barton is one of only 75 hospitals to earn both the Maternity Access Hospital designation and a High Performer rating. This places Barton Health in the top ten percent of hospitals for maternity care.

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