SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Cancer League has held its annual See's Candy fundraiser for 46 years, and it is opening again on December 2 in the American Legion Post 795, 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe. All proceeds go to support members of the community currently undergoing treatment by providing transportation and when needed, small grants to make their lives easier.

This chocolaty sweet event begins on December 2 and runs through December 21 They are open daily at the American Legion from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An inmate in the El Dorado County Jail in South Lake Tahoe was found unresponsive in his cell at about 5:30 a.m. Friday. Correctional officers, jail nursing staff, and fire personnel attempted life-saving measures however the inmate was pronounced deceased a short time later.

The identity of the inmate will be provided by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s (EDSO) Office after the next of kin has been notified.

Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe held its 51st annual Wine, Beer, and Food Tasting “Diamonds and Denim” fundraising event on November 1, 2024, at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Resort and Casino. The event was a tremendous success, with funds raised to support the local Lake Tahoe community, as always.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Resort and Casino for providing the perfect venue and the incredible staff who made everything run smoothly.

ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - All youth skiers and snowboarders are invited to join the Zephyr Cove Ski Club, a once-thriving program now resurrected for winter 2025.

Registration will be held at Kahle Community Center on Wednesday, December 4, and Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Parents or guardians must attend with the child(ren). The season costs $200 for 7-12 year olds, and $275 for those aged 13-17.

Lessons Limited - First come First Served
- 6 week program 1/11/25 – 3/1/25 Saturday only weather permitting
- (Dark 1/18/25 and 2/15/25)

ROWLAND'S, LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - November 30, 1876 - Yes, this says the following story is from Rowland's Lake Tahoe, and yes, it says November 30, 1876 - 147 years ago. The following is a letter received by the Bradford Opinion and published on February 3, 1877. The weekly newspaper was published from 1874-1881 in Bradford, Vermont.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public has another opportunity this year to help the City of South Lake Tahoe name its snowplows and snowblowers. This year the kids at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe have come up with their fun and creative names, and the public gets to pick the winners!

Cast your vote now by going to the following link www.cityofslt.us/NameASnowplow.

Creamy, comforting green bean casserole made completely from scratch. Thanks to fresh green beans, an easy homemade cream sauce and crispy onion topping, this green bean casserole recipe is healthier and more delicious than traditional recipes that use canned soup, beans and onions.

Baked “Fried” Onions:
 

1 large onion

½ cup all-purpose flour

¾ cup Panko breadcrumbs

½ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. black pepper

1 large egg

1 Tbsp. milk
 


Green Bean Casserole:
 

1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp salt, divided 

1 lb. fresh green beans, rinsed, trimmed and halved

2 Tbsp. butter


SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is looking for volunteers to assist with winter programs at Heavenly Mountain Resort, beginning January 28 and going through March 28, 2025, conditions and weather permitting.

Winter Trek

CARSON CITY, Nev. - Join local historians David & Gayle Woodruff, as they present "You’ll Never Escape the Fruitcake" in the Brewery Arts Center Grand Ballroom in Carson City on Tuesday, December 10 at 6 p.m.

The Woodruffs will take a humorous look at the history of some of our favorite holiday traditions, including the much-maligned and seldom-praised Fruitcake - and celebrate a few special recollections and anecdotes of Christmas Past.

For tickets https://breweryarts.org/event/20241210-fruitcake/.

Call David at (760) 920-8061 for more information.