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George Whittell High School's Robertson wins NIAA Northern Region 2A Cross Country Championship
Sports - Monday, November 4, 2024 - 2:27pm

ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - George Whittell High School has announced junior Logan Robertson has claimed the title of NIAA Northern Region 2A Cross Country Champion. Logan achieved this remarkable feat at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno on October 25. The Whittell boys team finished the regional meet a respectable 7th place. Jada Rojas was the lone runner on the girls' side for the Warriors, and just missed qualifying for the state meet by 39 seconds, finishing in 8th place.

Kudos: Camp Richardson Resort hosts Adopt A Day of Nourishment
Community - Monday, November 4, 2024 - 1:40pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - “We are honored to be back sponsoring another Bread & Broth Adopt A Day of Nourishment,” shared Natalie and Travis Lauinger as they took a break from serving the evening’s meal of Italian chicken and pasta alfredo. “To take this time to perform a selfless act and get to enjoy the thankful smiles on the other side of the serving line is a real treat.”

On Monday, October 28, Natalie and Travis were joined at their sponsorship meal serving line by their fellow Camp Richardson Resort Adopt A Day (AAD) team members David Cook and Mary Griffin.

South Tahoe High Cross Country teams run well at NIAA 3A state tournament
News - Sunday, November 3, 2024 - 8:50pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High Boys and Girls Cross Country teams were in Las Vegas this weekend for the NIAA 3A State Championships.

On the boys' side, Jacob Manning took his third-place finish in the 3A Northern Regionals and headed down south. Manning ran a 16:54.5, giving him fifth place at State in a field of 69 runners.

South Tahoe High earned a fifth-place finish at State with seven runners.

Other South Tahoe High finishers: Shamus Nealis (13th), Cooper Munson (38th), Luke Amato (44th), Austin Reichel (48th), Elijah Harper (50th), and Jones Mason (60th).

South Tahoe High Girls Volleyball team finishes season with 8-2 league record
Sports - Sunday, November 3, 2024 - 8:25pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 16-12 South Tahoe High volleyball team ended their 2024 season with a first-round loss in the regional quarterfinals on October 28. In league, the team ended in second place with an 8-2 record.

The match at South Tahoe High was a hard-fought one, with Elko ending up the victor (25-15, 16-25, 25-23, 14-25, 15-12). Elko ended up taking the regional championship this weekend by beating both Spring Creek and Fernley. Both Elko and Fernley represent the North next weekend in the NIAA Class 3A Girls Volleyball State Tournament.

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Sitting El Dorado County Supervisor John Hidahl passes away at 73
News - Sunday, November 3, 2024 - 7:53pm

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - John Hidahl, the current El Dorado County supervisor for District 1, died suddenly in his El Dorado Hills home on Saturday afternoon. He was 73.

"My heart is broken," said District 5 Supervisor Brooke Laine. "It was my honor to know and serve with John Hidahl. He was extremely thoughtful and dignified. I extend my love to his wife, Eileen, and the family. It is a great loss."

El Dorado County released a statement Sunday morning.

Continued delays between Kings Beach and Tahoe City for broadband project
News - Sunday, November 3, 2024 - 6:49pm

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.

The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed internet into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.

Utility work and striping operations with one-way traffic control are scheduled along SR-28 at the following locations and times:

South Lake Tahoe forecast: Cold nights, mostly sunny days in the week ahead
News - Sunday, November 3, 2024 - 6:06pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The week ahead doesn't have any storms on the horizon, but an early glimpse at the start of the following week may have some changes. Expect it to be breezy with east to northeast winds on and off through Wednesday with below-normal temperatures.

We are getting into that time of year for inversions, with the current pattern being favorable Monday and Thursday-Saturday for warming temperatures aloft. Air stagnation with haze and pollutant buildups are likely in the valleys and urban areas, without Lake Tahoe being affected.

Toys For Tots taking applications for local families in need this holiday season; Donations and volunteers also needed
Community - Sunday, November 3, 2024 - 10:51am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Toys For Tots is now accepting applications for toys needed this holiday season in the South Lake Tahoe area.

Organizer Kristi Bell is asking those who need toys to fill out an application at https://south-tahoe.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/default.aspx?nPageID=0&nPrevie....

The deadline to apply is December 11, 2024.

Toys for Tots will be distributing the toys on December 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on December 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location will be given to those who apply.

Review: Don't miss final day of WordWave - a must see!
Opinion - Sunday, November 3, 2024 - 10:02am
Review by Michelle Gomez

Wow. What another stellar production of WordWave last night! It's the ninth year and what a show! It is only one weekend a year, but guess what? You can catch it on Sunday at 2 p.m....it is worth your time and money!

The three one-act plays selected in this popular playwright competition are all very cleverly written, and the performances by our local talent are truly memorable.

Judge rules against San Francisco's vacancy tax, giving hope to those opposing Measure N
News - Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 3:52pm

A coalition of property owners and real estate groups in San Francisco won their first court battle this week as San Francisco Superior Court Judge Charles Haines issued a tentative ruling in their case against the City's Proposition M.

LTUSD seeks nominees for Hall of Distinction
Community - Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 12:43pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) is now accepting applications for inductees to the prestigious LTUSD District Hall of Distinction. This esteemed award honors former students, employees, and major contributors/volunteers who have made significant contributions in areas such as scholarship, athletics, student activities, career achievements, community service, and overall service to the school community.

Alias Brass performs in South Lake Tahoe schools next week, free public show at Valhalla
Community - Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 12:21pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Described as “the only name for music innovation” by Martin Hackleman, formerly of the Empire and Canadian Brass, the Alias Brass Company, founded in 2013, is a collaboration of five uniquely talented artists and educators from across the nation. The Alias Brass Company’s performances are comprised of standards and original compositions, along with concepts that blend virtuosic musicianship with a high level of entertainment.

Collaboration release fundraiser in South Lake Tahoe for North Carolina
Community - Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 11:48am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Brewing Company (SLBC) at the "Y" in South Lake Tahoe steps up again to help out after a natural disaster, this time to raise funds for small businesses in Asheville, North Carolina.

Letter: Yes on U - It will provide infrastructure repair and decades-overdue updates
Opinion - Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 9:56am

With this voting cycle, residents of South Lake Tahoe have the opportunity to secure sorely needed funding for infrastructure repair and decades-overdue updates to all Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) school sites. We need to Vote Yes to Support Measure U.

Among the major concerns requiring overhaul at our schools:
- District-wide roof collapses and annual leaking issues
- Classroom closures which result in the disruption of education
- Unreliable heating and air systems, many that operate without clean/fresh air exchange
- Decades-old carpeting in classrooms

Van Sickle BI-State Park and Tahoe Pines close to cars for the season
News - Friday, November 1, 2024 - 9:13pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The Van Sickle Bi-State Park gate closed to vehicles for the winter season on Friday. The California Tahoe Conservancy said the visitor facilities are also closing, but park grounds remain open all winter to the public.

The Conservancy and Nevada State Parks co-manage the 725-acre Van Sickle Bi-State Park. The park provides day-use opportunities for hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. For visitor safety, sledding is not allowed.

Letter: Tahoe Keys Control Methods Test a collaborative success
Opinion - Friday, November 1, 2024 - 8:49pm

Thank you to all who supported and assisted with the Tahoe Keys Control Methods Test. Following a thorough analysis and significant public input, in 2022 the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) began a project to test innovative methods to control the aquatic invasive weeds in the Tahoe Keys lagoons. 

Fall means feeding frenzy for black bears
News - Friday, November 1, 2024 - 8:31pm
Tahoe Interagency Bear Team

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Autumn is here, and black bears are entering a temporary physiological state known as “hyperphagia.” During hyperphagia, also known as the fall feeding frenzy, bears consume as much as they can to bring their fat stores to a level where they can survive the quickly approaching winter months.

Now is the time to secure food, garbage, and recycling - all this is needed to keep Tahoe bears wild!

In the fall, an adult bear can consume 20,000 to 24,000 calories a day and can gain multiple pounds per day.

South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Real Estate - Friday, November 1, 2024 - 8:11pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:

Listing Agent: Kate M Wilkins
Listing Office: COMPASS
kate@wilkinstahoe.com, 530.412.3164
Property Address: 3523 Fawn Way, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
MLS #140903

Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 3
Square Footage: 2,211 Sq Ft.
Price: $850,000

Welcome to your perfect combination of comfort, style, location, and investment potential.

Golden mussels found in North America for first time, Lake Tahoe on high alert
News - Friday, November 1, 2024 - 7:56pm
News Release

Last week California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) discovered golden mussels that could significantly damage the ecology of waterbodies in the Bay-Delta near Stockton, Calif. Lake Tahoe is now on high alert, according to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA). It is the first time the species has been detected in North America.

Column: Ready, Set, Snow - Tips to Prevent Ski and Snowboarding Injuries This Winter
Health & Wellness - Friday, November 1, 2024 - 1:36pm
By Michelle Snyder, PT, OCS

With winter around the corner, the time to start preparing for the ski season is now.

Preseason
To prepare your body for winter sports and prevent injuries, a comprehensive workout program is essential. Successful injury prevention includes balance, core exercises, lower body strengthening, plyometrics, and stretching. Start your training before the season to build strength gradually. Focus on major lower limb muscles—quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes—while also emphasizing core stabilization for better trunk control.

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