DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Concerns of transparency have surrounded the Douglas County School District (DCSD) Board of Trustees since the November 2022 election, and there has been a settlement over a lawsuit brought against them.

Partnership Douglas County is hosting a community Naloxone Training at Kahle Community Center on Wednesday, April 10 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Naloxone, a medication that can rapidly reverse opioid overdose, has been instrumental in saving countless lives. This training is open to the public and will provide access to expert instruction for this life-saving tool. No registrations or questions asked.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Two people were arrested at Edgewood Tahoe Resort on Friday on multiple charges in Florida, California, and Nevada after using a stolen credit card while paying for incurred expenses for the hotel.

On Friday, April 5, deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) were called to the resort at Lake Tahoe. A woman identified as 34-year-old Kaleigh Thinnes from Sarasota, Florida had reserved the room online using a false name, provided additional, false identification upon check-in, and then tried to pay with the stolen credit card.
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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Another summer of free live music on the beach is heading to Lakeview Common thanks to On Course Events and financial support by the City of South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority, and dozens of additional local businesses.

“The rumors were true, Live at Lakeview almost didn’t come back this summer after experiencing a drastic increase in production costs,” said Rob Giustina of On Course Events. “Thankfully, the City & LTVA stepped up for our community with an increase in support to keep the South Lake Tahoe
Signature series going!”

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado Community Foundation has opened its consolidated grants cycles for nonprofit organizations that fit the individual categories.

Non-profit organizations are welcome to apply for multiple grants so long as they are in good standing with the IRS, SOS, and DOJ, qualify for what is being offered, and serve residents in El Dorado County.

All grant cycles will close on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

The grants:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There will be a more springlike weather pattern over the Lake Tahoe Basin for a few days, warming temperatures to above-normal levels by midweek. However, as is often the case this time
of year, the weather can change quickly. There is an increasing likelihood for another storm that will bring increasing wind, chances for showers, and cooler temperatures late week into next weekend.

The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:

Monday - Sunny, with a high near 46. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Bread & Broth’s (B&B) Adopt A Day of Nourishment sponsorship program is a way for individuals, families, organizations, and businesses to participate in and contribute to B&B’s Monday Meal. The program began in 2011 and Vail Resort’s EpicPromise Grant has been funding 12 Adopt A Day Monday Meals annually since the program began. Over 250 Vail team members from Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort have volunteered and served others in the 132 meals the Vail EpicPromise grant has funded.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Edgewood Tahoe Resort has announced its upcoming Taholistic Wellness Experience, a transformative weekend retreat on April 27 and April 28, 2024.

The Taholistic Wellness Experience weekend will feature a curated lineup of activities and experiences aimed at rejuvenating and inspiring participants. From diverse yoga sessions to insightful talks on topics such as mindful nutrition and conscious living, attendees will have the chance to connect with like-minded individuals and deepen their understanding of holistic wellness practices.

An old friend of mine gave me some advice years ago. He said to always, “write angry but always edit calmly.“ That’s what I’ve done with this letter.

Wednesday night we went to see the Frozen play at Tahoe Valley Elementary School where our daughter was the director. We brought our granddaughter and our son. When we arrived, a man was standing at a table. At first, we thought he was selling play tickets, but it turned out he was one of Councilman Scott Robbins' minions, asking people who approached, as we did if they were for affordable housing. Who would say no to that?