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Quarry Fire at 1,774 acres and smoke expected to head northeast to the Carson Valley
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/26/2023 - 10:23am
The Quarry Fire in the Stanislaus National Forest was one of many fires in that area started by lightning on September 9. As of Tuesday, September 26, it has burned 1,774 acres of Miwok Ranger District land.
Smoke from the Quarry Fire is visible in the area around the fire and is expected to drift to the northeast to just south of Lake Tahoe and into the Carson Valley south of US50 on Tuesday afternoon. Check out the fire and smoke map at fire.airnow.gov for more information.
City Council to consider ballot measure for taxes to fund affordable housing, snow removal, transit
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 8:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During their meeting on Tuesday, September 26, the South Lake Tahoe City Council will be considering revenue-generating ballot measures to pursue for the November 2024 election. The Council had asked staff to prepare a report on expenditure plans to show how the City would spend additional revenue generated through a successful ballot measure on housing and/or transit.
They have until June 2024 to decide if they will add a ballot measure to the November 2024 ballot.
Possible ballot measures:
City of South Lake Tahoe prepares for Lake 2o event with extra traffic enforcement
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 1:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is aware of the arrival of Lake 2o car group participants beginning on Wednesday, September 27. In prioritizing the safety and security of the community, SLTPD has partnered with surrounding law enforcement agencies which include the California Highway Patrol, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, El Dorado County Sheriff's Office, Nevada State Police-Highway Division, and the U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement branch for coordinated traffic enforcement through Sunday, October 1.
Fundraiser started to create new home for Sierra Child & Family Services after flooding
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 12:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — In April 2023, after the second highest snow year on record, South Lake Tahoe experienced significant flooding. Unfortunately, part of the office space that Sierra Child and Family Services have called home for over 10 years was victim to flooding, causing extensive and devastating damage to its operations. Sierra Child and Family Services provides foster care, adoption, and outpatient mental health clinics with wraparound services, and is an essential part of South Lake Tahoe’s ecosystem supporting children and families.
Impact of flood damage
Be aware of rental and internet scams
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 11:41am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Scams continue on the internet for a plethora of things, like sales of household items, vehicles to home rentals, both vacation homes and full-time rentals.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) reported on Monday that they were made aware of at least two new reports of fraud/scams regarding rental properties.
First week of Fall at Lake Tahoe: Windy, mild start with temperatures dropping by end of week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2023 - 9:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A low-pressure system lifts quickly northeast into the Pacific Northwest through Monday, and then a deep upper trough and attendant cold front will swing across northern Cal./Nev. This will create some gusty southwest winds, but most of the higher wind speeds will be north of I80, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Expect near-average daytime temperatures and dry conditions through mid-week
Sculpture made of litter from 72-mile Lake Tahoe clean-up to be unveiled
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2023 - 9:11pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - “Surfaced,” the permanent art installation at the new Tahoe Blue Event Center at Stateline, will be unveiled on Wednesday, Sept. 27 in a ceremony from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
NDOT begins $11M highway project in Gardnervile
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:44pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – Beginning Sept. 25, drivers will see intermittent lane closures as the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) launches preliminary construction of a year-long highway improvement project to reconstruct U.S. 395 through downtown Gardnerville.
Beginning Sept. 25 through mid-winter, drivers will see 24/7 single lane closures and lane shifts on small sections of U.S. 395 between First Street and Waterloo Lane. The majority of lane closures will be short in length, with work zones of a few hundred feet.
Tahoe Fund CEO Amy Berry recipient of prestigious national award from America's State Parks
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2023 - 5:35pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – Nevada State Parks has announced that its nominee, Amy Berry, has been chosen to be the recipient of the prestigious Rockefeller-Udall Award by leaders of America's State Parks. They presented her the award during the recent 2023 National Association of State Parks Directors Conference at Lake Tahoe. Named in honor of Laurance Rockefeller and Stewart Udall, this award celebrates an individual who has a legacy of unwavering dedication to enhancing America's state parks in a meaningful capacity, be it on the national, regional, or local scale.
Prescribed fires around Lake Tahoe scheduled to resume Monday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/23/2023 - 10:26pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) fall-prescribed fire program may begin as early as Monday, Sep. 25, 2023. If conditions and weather are favorable, California State Parks is scheduled to conduct understory burning on approximately 80 acres over the next three weeks in Burton Creek and Sugar Pine Point state parks and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit may begin burning piles near Fallen Leaf Lake. Smoke will be present.
Planned operations:
Caltrans Lake Tahoe highway project updates for SR28 and US50
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/23/2023 - 10:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans will be doing emergency work on US50 next week as well as the continuation of utility work on SR28. Motorists need to be aware of traffic-interfering work and plan accordingly.
Starting Monday, September 25 emergency work will begin to remove and replace damaged sections of U.S. 50 from Meyers to the Nevada state line. One-way traffic control and lane shifts for bi-directional travel are expected between the Truckee River Bridge and Pioneer Trail, 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/23/2023 - 9:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
September 14 - September 20, 2023
9/14
09:38 SUSP VEH STOP - Officer initiated activity at James Ave/Tahoe Keys Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ADVISED.
Quarry Fire in Stanislaus National Forest sending smoke into Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/23/2023 - 6:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The smell of smoke and hazy skies around Lake Tahoe on Saturday are from a fire burning in the Stanislaus National Forest. Two weeks ago there were 38 ignitions on the Forest from lightning storms. Most are out, but the U.S. Forest Service is letting the Quarry Fire burn within predetermined parameters to accomplish a few goals including reducing concentrations of dead ground fuels, re-establishing multigenerational timber stands, improving wildlife habitat, promoting vegetation diversity, and introducing fire into fire-adapted ecosystems.
South Lake Tahoe meadow cleared of multiple homeless camps and 200 cubic yards of debris
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/22/2023 - 12:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Several large dumpsters full of old beds, propane canisters, furniture, and trash were cleared from the meadow along the Upper Truckee River behind Motel 6 in South Lake Tahoe this week.
Fall Fish Fest canceled in South Lake Tahoe due to safety concerns
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/21/2023 - 7:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU), with the support of the Great Basin Institute, has canceled the Fall Fish Fest originally planned for Oct. 14, 2023. The event has had challenges over the last few years due to a lack of staff or low water levels.
This year, LTBMU said there were public safety concerns about holding the festival due to anticipated large crowds, limited staffing capacity, and potential human-bear conflicts.
Invasive New Zealand Mudsnails found in Lake Tahoe for first time
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/21/2023 - 3:04pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - For the first time, invasive New Zealand Mudsnails (NZMS) have been found in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
The Lake Tahoe Aquatic Invasive Species Program includes comprehensive monitoring of Lake Tahoe for aquatic invaders. Contract divers with Marine Taxonomic Services, Ltd. were underwater surveying invasive weeds on the South Shore and discovered tiny snails on the bottom of the lake nearly a half mile offshore from the mouth of the Upper Truckee River.
Tahoe Blue Event Center officially opens, full schedule of events slated
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/21/2023 - 12:02am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - It was years in the making, but as the ribbon was cut at the Tahoe Blue Event Center on Monday, smiles quickly replaced all signs of the long, at times hard, journey that was taken to open the doors.
As invited guests were touring the new venue located in Stateline, final touches were being finished in the 4,200 - 6,000 seat arena and 10,000 square feet of meeting spaces, well-appointed seating around fireplaces in front on picture windows with views of the lake, Mt. Tallac, and Heavenly Mountain Resort.
Skyland neighborhood community meeting on fuel break project and wildfire preparedness
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 9:59pm
Event Date:
September 21, 2023 - 4:00pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Tahoe Douglas Fire is hosting a community meeting for the Skyland neighborhood on Thursday, September 21 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at fire station 23, 193 Elks Point Road.
The meeting will be held both in person and on Zoom.
Learn about protecting the neighborhood and valuable infrastructure from wildfire and the upcoming fuel break project being installed south of Skyland.
For more information, call 775.588.3591 or visit tahoefire.org.
The video call link is https://meet.google.com/zgt-fwzs-ihp, or dial 1-216-525-9320 Pin: 626 926 690#
East Shore Trail expansion underway; Donor opportunities with the Tahoe Fund
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 9:19pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Work is underway to expand the Tahoe East Shore Trail another eight miles past the original three miles between Incline Village and Sand Harbor. The first segment was completed in 2019 through a partnership of 13 agencies and groups and more than 600 Tahoe Fund donors. Together they were able to secure a $12.5 million federal grant to bring the scenic trail alive.
City Manager appoints Hilary Roverud as South Lake Tahoe Assistant City Manager
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 7:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – South Lake Tahoe City Manager Joe Irvin has announced to appointment of Hilary Roverud to the position of assistant city manager.
Roverud, who most recently had been the City's director of development services, will bring her extensive experience in local government and commitment to community development to help lead the city in achieving its vision for the future.
City Manager Irvin, who oversaw the selection process, expressed his enthusiasm for her appointment.
El Dorado County BOS vote to rescind proclamation for American Christian Heritage
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 12:17am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously during their meeting Tuesday to rescind the contentious proclamation they previously approved that recognized July as American Christian Heritage Month.
September 23 is 33rd annual National Public Lands Day - free admission, volunteer opportunities
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2023 - 9:53pm
There are five days every year that the National Park Service offers free entrance to more than 400 National parks that charge an entrance fee. This includes free entrance to Joshua Tree or Death Valley and free parking at Lake Mead and Lake Mohave.
The next free day at National Parks is on Veterans Day, November 11.
South Lake Tahoe man sues the California Tahoe Conservancy after flooding of home
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2023 - 7:55am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A South Lake Tahoe man is suing the California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) after his home was filled with water for 80 days this past winter.
Damian Sowers, a lifelong local who lives on El Dorado Avenue, can now only visit the home his parents built 60 years ago. The house was filled with 16" of water that came in from the Upper Truckee River during the heavy 2022-23 winter.
Nevada Public Lands Day – Fee-free day at Nevada State Parks
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2023 - 11:27pm
Event Date:
September 23, 2023 - 7:00am
Nevada State Parks will be “fee-free” in honor of Nevada Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 23. Nevada residents and visitors are invited to celebrate Nevada Public Lands Day when park fees, including entrance, camping (Saturday night), and boating will be waived at state parks throughout Nevada.
Coffee With the Mayor: Learn more about the City budget on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2023 - 3:05pm
Event Date:
September 19, 2023 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join South Lake Tahoe Mayor Cristi Creegan and the Director of Finance, Olga Tikhomirova, on Tuesday, September 19 at 9 a.m. for an overview of the City's 2023-2024 budget.
They will be at Cuppa Tahoe, located in the Crossing at Tahoe Valley, 2054 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
The South Lake Tahoe City Council approved a budget of just under $150 million during its August 22 meeting. Included in the budget is the primary General Fund budget of approximately $56.3 million and Measure S Sales Tax general fund budget of $6.3 million.
Governor Newsom appoints EDC Chief Probation Officer Brian Richart to state board
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2023 - 9:29am
SACRAMENTO, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced the appointment of El Dorado County Chief Probation Officer Brian Richart to the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC).
“I am deeply honored to receive this appointment,” said Chief Richart. “I’m looking forward to bringing my unique perspective to the BSCC. I believe my experience in probation and focus on supporting people as they change their lives thereby improving the safety of our communities will be a valuable contribution to the Board and to carceral settings and community corrections throughout California."
Is it goodbye Summer, hello Fall around Lake Tahoe this week?
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/17/2023 - 8:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is September 17 and the forecast for the week ahead includes the word "upper elevation snow." Some may think it's too early, while others dream of the slopes around Lake Tahoe opening.
Two planes collide at Reno Air Races, killing both pilots
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/17/2023 - 4:48pm
UPDATE: The Reno Air Racing Association has released the names of the two members of their racing family who died in Sunday's crash. Nick Macy and Chris Rushing passed away in a landing accident. Both men were expertly skilled pilots and Gold winners in the T-6 Class, Macy piloted Six-Cat and Rushing flew Baron’s Revenge. Families of both pilots have been notified and support services are onsite as they deal with this tragedy.
Utility work continues on State Route 28 and paving on State Route 89
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/16/2023 - 11:17pm
PLACER COUNTY, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of continued traffic-interfering work on State Highways 28 and 89 in north Lake Tahoe next week.
Southwest Gas and its contractor, Q&D Construction, continue to work on a gas line replacement project on Highway 28 between Tahoe City and Kings Beach. In addition, pavement repairs are scheduled on various sections of Highway 89.
Lake Tahoe Community College celebration with State of the College Address
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2023 - 9:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Community leaders, faculty, staff, and students filled the Duke Theatre at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) on Thursday for the annual State of the College Address.
The theme for the day was "Gratitude" and the college's Superintendent/President Jeff DeFranco walked everyone through a few challenging years that included COVID, the Caldor Fire and evacuation, and a winter that provided endless snowstorms over and over again.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2023 - 8:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
September 7 - September 13, 2023
9/7
08:51 ORDINANCE VIOLATION REPORT - Occurred on Del Norte St, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: REPORT TAKEN.
Suicide Awareness Month: To date, 20 suicides in El Dorado County in 2023
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2023 - 4:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Last week a 26-year-old man died in South Lake Tahoe after hanging himself from a tree near James Avenue. He became the twentieth person to die by suicide in El Dorado County this year. With four months left in the year, it is possible we could see more than the 22 suicide deaths in the county in 2022.
Celebrate the history of El Dorado County at day-long event with multiple historical organizations
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2023 - 6:01am
Event Date:
September 16, 2023 - 10:00am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Learn more about local history organizations and offerings, including genealogy, living history presentations, history detecting and so much more at the Golden Hub of History on Saturday, September 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Spend a day celebrating 175 years of history in El Dorado County with many great organizations including Buried History, Native Daughters of the American West, CA-NV Oregone California Trails Association, Save the Graves, Lake Tahoe Historical Society, other local historical societies, Sierra Renaissance Society, Wakamatsu Farm.
Alpine County Fire near Wolf Creek Campground burns 35 acres, about 20% contained
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2023 - 10:31pm
THURSDAY NIGHT UPDATE: Wolf Creek Fire resources did great work on the incident today and containment is up to 50 percent. Tonight, crews will be solidifying fire breaks. Acres burned have been updated at 32.6 due to more accurate mapping.
ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - Crews from the U.S. Forest Service - Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and other agencies are working on a fire burning near the Wolf Creek Campground, south of Markleville. As of dusk on Wednesday, September 13 the fire had burned about 35 acres and is 20-25 percent contained.
Forest Service rescinds enhanced fire restrictions - affects Watson, Blackwood and Luther Pass
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2023 - 8:55pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has rescinded the enhanced fire restrictions on National Forest Lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Wood and charcoal fires are once again allowed in Blackwood Canyon, Luther Pass and Watson Lake undeveloped campgrounds with valid permits.
Year-round restrictions remain in effect and Wood and charcoal fires are only allowed elsewhere in hosted campgrounds. Fire restrictions still in place in South Lake Tahoe and other local fire jurisdictions.
Learn more at tinyurl.com/4f4u7bc8.
Douglas County School suspends bylaws against pleas of teachers and parents
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2023 - 7:18pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - In a marathon meeting that went to the legally mandated end time of 11:59 p.m., the Douglas County School Board trustees on Tuesday voted to suspend a series of bylaws that covered everything from superintendent duties to public comment, communication, and agendas.
The trustees made it through less than half of its 34-item agenda during the eight-hour meeting, and as has been the norm in 2023, it was a contentious meeting with a majority of the public speaking during the meeting clearly on the other side of the board.
El Dorado County appoints Olivia Byron-Cooper as director of Health and Human Services
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2023 - 5:17pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. — During its meeting Tuesday, the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors unanimously appointed Olivia Byron-Cooper as the County’s Director of Health and Human Services Agency. Byron-Cooper has been Interim Director for the last nine months.
El Dorado County sends letter to ACLU about their reconsideration of American Christian Heritage Month
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2023 - 10:17am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors (BOS) has sent a letter to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), informing them of plans to bring the American Christian Heritage Month proclamation back to their next agenda for a new vote.
"It's the right thing to do," said Supervisor Brooke Laine. While the vote on the proclamation won't be known to that meeting, it is expected to be rescinded.
Douglas County releases new public safety map
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2023 - 8:52pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Douglas County and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office are rolling out a new public safety map that will help residents identify the location of current large-scale emergencies, evacuation areas, and road closures.
Happy Homestead Cemetery District recognized for transparency
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2023 - 8:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Happy Homestead Cemetery District received the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence from the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) in recognition of its outstanding efforts to promote transparency and good governance.
“This award is a testament to Happy Homestead Cemetery District's commitment to open government,” said, Adria Nkala, District Manager. “Our staff is to be commended for their contributions that empower the public with information and facilitate engagement and oversight.”
City Council agenda includes new fire station, "the hole" and housing waitlists
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/11/2023 - 10:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting will cover several topics including new fire station construction, updates on the Zalanta and Chateau at the Village projects, the affordable housing waitlist and rental registry, and commercial linkage fees.
The meeting starts on September 12 at 9 a.m. It will be held in Council Chambers at the airport and can also be seen remotely. For the full agenda and instructions on how to participate and view it, visit https://www.cityofslt.us/84/Watch-City-CouncilCommission-Meetings.
Concerns surround El Dorado County action on American Christian Heritage Month
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/11/2023 - 4:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - When the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors declared July to be American Christian Heritage Month, it caught many by surprise and drew the attention of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), leaders of other religions, proponents of "Separation of Church and State."
First month with new law firm costs Douglas County schools over $35k
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/11/2023 - 2:33pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - When the Douglas County School District fired its long-term legal counsel in July, board members knew there would be an extra cost for new counsel Joey Gilbert due to his higher monthly retainer fee.
Divers start invasive plant removal project in Emerald Bay
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/11/2023 - 1:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Starting Monday, September 11, divers will begin removing aquatic invasive plants in Emerald Bay. Control of this one-and-a-half-acre Eurasian watermilfoil infestation in the iconic location will help protect the region’s ecosystem and water quality, according to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA).
Highs in the mid-to-upper 70s through the week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/10/2023 - 10:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A quiet southwest flow pattern will prevail across the region for the coming week which will result in seasonable temperatures, light afternoon zephyr breezes, and mostly sunny skies outside
afternoon cumulus development. Expect afternoon highs this week to warm into the mid and upper 80s across western Nevada with mid to upper 70s for Sierra communities, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. Overnight temperatures will be on the mild side this week with lows around 5-10 degrees above average.
Enjoy the nice weather!
Annual 9/11 flag replacement ceremony on US50
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/10/2023 - 9:11pm
For 23 years, Christopher "Chris" Sneed has climbed up a rock outcropping off of US50 above Carson City, Nevada to plant a flag in honor of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. He changes the flag annually on the 10th so there is a new flag to start off 9/11 with, giving the day a new beginning with the new flag.
This year, a crowd once again gathered along the highway to watch Chris climb the rock and change the flag. Granite Construction donated their time to provide traffic control and closed down the lane next to the rock to keep the area safe for attendees.
El Dorado County Sheriff's calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/09/2023 - 10:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
August 31 - September 6, 2023
8/31
13:09 IDENTITY THEFT REPORT - Occurred on Narragansett Cir, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: UNABLE TO CONTACT.
Lake Tahoe bear activity ramps up, increasing number of bears vs. vehicles draws concern
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/09/2023 - 5:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two cubs who were hit by a vehicle in South Lake Tahoe about three weeks ago are on the mend, but their condition is concerning to many who have seen them. They were hit on Pioneer Trail, and the Bear League and others who responded have kept an eye on the two to make sure they are continuing to move around and able to get food.
Local urbanized black bear expert Toogee Sielsch said it's hard to see the bears moving around with obvious injuries, but as long as they can keep up with the momma bear they have a good chance of survival.
Boil Water Notice for South Shore Recreation water around Fallen Leaf Lake/Camp Richardson
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 2:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A Boil Water Notice has been issued for "South Shore Recreation" water which includes Fallen Leaf Lake, Camp Richardson, Valhalla, and Tallac Historic Site.
The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) water system was found to be contaminated with E. coli bacteria on September 8. These bacteria can make you sick and are a particular concern for people with weakened immune systems.
A diver was in the water storage tank on August 22 to perform the normal duty of clearing out the sediment that collects inside. The tank was not
Woman found deceased at South Lake Tahoe lakefront lodging property
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2023 - 3:03pm
9/11 UPDATE: The woman who died at Lakeland Village on September 7 has been identified as 62-year-old Jacqueline Cason. She was from the Oceanside, California area and formerly of South Lake Tahoe. The next of kin has been notified.
Detectives from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department are continuing to investigate and gather more evidence. Search warrants have been executed as detectives reconstruct activities from the evening Ms. Cason died.. The cause of her death has not been determined at this time and an autopsy is scheduled.
