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Letter to the Editor: Why vote for Bernie Sanders
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/11/2016 - 11:55am
In a representative democracy, the system the United States supposedly has, the policy making is controlled by the representatives elected by the people. The idea behind representative democracy is that people will elect representatives that will serve their best interest. However, in the United States the funding for election campaigns is provided by large corporations, banks, and a handful of wealthy individuals that results in the election of representatives who serve the best interests of the large corporations, banks, and wealthy individuals.
Historic estate near Edgewood sells for $8.5 million
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/10/2016 - 4:04pm
A home designed by Julia Morgan on the shores of South Lake Tahoe near Stateline has sold for $8.5 million, making it the largest residential home sales in the city in nearly a decade.
Morgan, best known as being the architect behind Hearst Castle in San Simeon, designed two homes in Lake Tahoe. The one on the South Shore, named Twin Pines, was built in 1928 and includes a 2,750-square-foot main house with an 864-square-foot guesthouse. The home sits on 1.65 acres with more than 180 feet of sandy beach, a pier, and buoy.
Maciej Stebel sworn in as Douglas County Deputy
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/09/2016 - 2:37pm
From Poland to Caesars Tahoe to Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Maciej Stebel was sworn in as the department's newest deputy sheriff on Monday, May 9, 2016.
Stebel was sworn by Sheriff Ron Pierini at the Douglas County Judicial Building. Several captains, sergeants, deputies and staff, as well as his wife Beth, family and close friends came to support him in his new position which he worked so hard to attain.
90 players committed to playing in Celebrity Golf Championship
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/28/2016 - 7:10pm
Charles Barkley, Justin Timberlake, and Steve Kerr and Andre Iguodala of the Golden State Warriors lead a group of 90 sports and entertainment stars coming to South Lake Tahoe for the 27th annual American Century Championship, July 19 – 24, 2016. Many were hoping to see Steph Curry on the list, but with the Olympic Games in Rio just after the tournament, speculation is that he had to skip the stop in Tahoe.
Upper Truckee River near airport closed to the public this summer: Rafting to be affected
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/27/2016 - 9:02pm
The U.S. Forest Service and California Tahoe Conservancy will be finishing their fourth and final year of creating a new channel for the Upper Truckee River near the South Lake Tahoe airport. To accomplish their final tasks, the meadow and river will be closed to the public for much of the summer in order to divert the water into the new channel, relocate fish and mussels, and finish up vegetation projects.
Water and sewer rates going up for South Tahoe Public Utility customers
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/27/2016 - 5:26pm
The South Tahoe Public Utility District (District) is currently in the process of preparing the 2016/2017 budget. We invite the community to participate in a Public Meeting and Presentation on the Proposed Budget and Capital Improvement Plan at the District Offices on May 12, 2016, at 6 pm.
In 2014, the District sent a five-year Proposition 218 notice to all customers; this permitted the District to increase water rates up to a maximum of 6.5% and sewer rates up to a maximum of 6.0%.
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Sunday's home explosion highlights issue of BHO labs in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/26/2016 - 9:25pm
Sunday night's honey oil lab explosion in a South Lake Tahoe home could have been much, much worse. Neighboring homes could have burned, people could have died.
While the incident on Plum Street is still under investigation by the South Lake El Dorado Narcotics Enforcement Team (SLEDNET), and few details have been released, the subject is one of not only local concern, but one of national concern.
LTCC’s Writers’ Series welcomes author Daniel Chacón
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/19/2016 - 4:28pm
Event Date:
May 13, 2016 - 7:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College Writers’ Series welcomes novelist and short story writer Daniel Chacón on Friday, May 13 at 7:00 p.m. in LTCC’s library. Chacón will read selections from his works, answer audience questions about the writing process, and sign copies of his books, which will be available for sale. This event is sponsored by LTCC’s Equity Office, and is free and open to the public.
South Lake Tahoe Staples reportedly closing in June
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/13/2016 - 8:35pm
Staples may soon follow in the steps of Office Depot and become the second stationery "box store" to close its doors in South Lake Tahoe.
Even though unconfirmed with the corporate offices, employees at the store said they will be closing their doors on June 4, 2016. When South Tahoe Now spoke to store management we were referred to the corporate offices who have not returned calls.
NDOT: Slow down and focus to eliminate Work Zone crashes
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/11/2016 - 7:53am
With the return of road improvement projects along Lake Tahoe and other Nevada roads, the Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Highway Patrol are reminding motorist to drive safely in road work zones, not only during this week which is National Work Zone Awareness Week, but all year long.
From July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2015, there were 166 crashes in Washoe County work zones, resulting in 53 injuries and two fatalities. Statewide in Nevada, these numbers were significantly hire during the same periord: 1020 crashes, 612 injuries and 12 fatalities.
Lake Tahoe reaches natural rim for first time in 300 days
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/09/2016 - 7:50pm
The wet winter has proven useful for Lake Tahoe. For the first time in 10 months, the lake reached the its natural rim Saturday, April 9, 2016. This last happened in June of 2015 when the lake stayed at or slightly above the rim for a 5 day stretch between June 10th and June 15th. Prior to that, the lake had been below the rim since October 16, 2014.
King Fire arsonist sentenced to 20 years in prison, $60 million in restitution
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/08/2016 - 5:45pm
Arsonist Wayne Allen Huntsman was sentenced to 20 years in prison and ordered to pay over $60 million in victim restitution after he pleaded guilty Friday to starting the catastrophic King Fire in 2014.
Twenty years in prison was the maximum sentence Huntsman could receive for the guilty plea of three counts of Arson to Forest Land, admitted multiple enhancements for causing injury to firefighters and destruction of multiple structures.
Wayne Allen Huntsman may change not guilty plea in starting King Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/06/2016 - 8:21pm
Wayne Allen Huntsman, the man charged with starting the 2014 King Fire that burned 97,700 acres in El Dorado County, will appear in court on Friday, but the day may hold more than just his pre-trial conference.
Local ambulances in need of new heart monitors, purchase held up by JPA
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/04/2016 - 11:17pm
It has been about 18 months since the Cal Tahoe JPA voted to spend $192,000 on badly needed EKG monitors for the nine ambulances that serve the South Lake Tahoe and Meyers area. As of March 31, not a dime has been spent due to a division between the two fire departments that are part of the JPA.
"I don't want public safety to get in the way of politics," said SLT City Councilman Tom Davis at Thursday's emergency JPA meeting. Davis is one of two Council representatives on the JPA board. The other is Mayor Wendy David.
"Stay and Play Another Day" campaign for South Lake Tahoe tourism
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/01/2016 - 2:56pmRecreational opportunities in South Lake Tahoe is the focus of a nationwide advertising campaign in hopes of bringing more visitors to the area, and to encourage them to stay an extra day.
"Stay and Play Another Day" is the focus of the commercial that was just released on the cable sports channels of Altitude Sports and Entertainment, American Sports Network and several individual television stations in select markets.
Cattle grazing and zip line to Emerald Bay top Lakeside Inn April Fool's Day jokes
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/01/2016 - 2:34pm
In honor of April Fools Day, here is a reprint of our 2016 story.
Mike Bradford knew the April Fool's Day ad campaign was a hit when people started calling him to complain about Lakeside Inn's plans to turn Rabe Meadow into Lakeside Ranch. People took their rants to social media as well.
The headline read, "Lakeside Inn and Casino returns cattle grazing to historic Lake Shore Meadow." The story that followed outlined the casino's plans to raise prime Angus beef so their restaurant, Latin Soul, could put new meaning to the term, Farm-to-Table.
Distracted driving focus of zero tolerance days in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/29/2016 - 6:40pm
On April 7 and April 20, officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Sheriff's Office and California Highway Patrol will be especially vigilant for distracted drivers on local roads as part of a joint effort across the state.
Although the officers' goals are not to write as many citations as possible, sometimes citations are necessary for drivers to understand the importance of focusing on their driving.
Distracted driving is such an important safety issue that April is recognized as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
Barton Memorial Hospital receives Four Stars for patient satisfaction
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/28/2016 - 6:29pm
Barton Memorial Hospital was recently awarded a four star rating from The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Each Medicare certified acute care hospital across the nation receives a patient perception rating between one and five stars based on patient satisfaction surveys. Of the 298 California hospitals assessed, Barton Hospital ranked in the top 14 percent.
Squaw Valley proposed for 2017 World Cup
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/24/2016 - 5:59pm
The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) has selected Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows as the proposed site of an Audi FIS Ski World Cup in 2017. U.S. Ski Team officials are supporting the return of World Cup ski racing to the Olympic venue of Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows for the first time since 1969.
El Dorado Savings in Georgetown robbed at gunpoint
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/22/2016 - 10:07pm
The El Dorado Savings Bank in Georgetown, Calif., was robbed at gunpoint by an unknown man on Monday, March 21. 2016 at 12:49 p.m.
The suspect is identified as being a white male adult, was wearing blue jeans, blue rain coat and a San Francisco 49ers ball cap. He was armed with a black pistol and seen leaving the area in a red Dodge Durango, most likely a 2004-09 model.
El Dorado County Sheriff's deputies, detectives and CSI personnel, along with allied law enforcement, responded to the bank and interviewed numerous employees, customers and witnesses.
SnowGlobe charges and fire code change voted on at SLT City Council meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/17/2016 - 7:51pm
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Code has changed, much to the appreciation of both homeowners and contractors who had to deal with different codes, depending on the location of the home, City or in the County.
The council voted to remove restrictions on the fire sprinkler code (Chapter 5.20) to be more in line with Lake Valley Fire District. The City's stricter code confused contractors who build houses in the city, and in the county, and it was also found to be cost prohibitive for homeowners wishing to remodel.
Conservancy Board awards $7 million in Proposition 1 grants
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/17/2016 - 4:24pm
On Thursday, the California Tahoe Conservancy Board awarded more than $7 million for seven watershed restoration and forest health projects around the lake. Thirteen different applicants submitted 32 grant requests totaling $30 million, but with just $13,950,000 to give out, it was a very competitive process.
The money comes from Proposition 1, the $7.545 billion water bond approved overwhelmingly by California voters in November 2014. It was divided around the state to agencies like the Conservancy for water supply infrastructure projects.
St. Patrick's Day DUI checkpoint in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/10/2016 - 8:08pm
With St. Patrick's Day being one of the biggest holidays centered around partying, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department is having a DUI Checkpoint as well as extra patrols on the roads to help lower deaths and injuries.
The checkpoint will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. on St. Patrick's Day, March 17. The location has not been disclosed.
South Lake Tahoe Police Chief: Updates on crime, cleanup and murder case
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/03/2016 - 6:45pm
Great news! Compared to last year, our violent crime rate is down 41% (from 112 occurrences in 2014 to 66 in 2015). The news is not all good. Our property crime rate is up 6% (from 516 in 2014 to 548 in 2015). This was not unexpected as we reported on a significant upward trend in property crime 6 months ago. Total crime is down 2.2% over last year.
Grand Ole Opry star and future country music legend Emi Sunshine performs at the Crystal Bay Club
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/03/2016 - 1:58pm
Event Date:
May 8, 2016 - 8:00pm Grand Ole Opry star and future country music legend Emi Sunshine performs at The Crystal Bay Club, Nev., on May 8 at 8:00 p.m. Emi Sunshine LIVE at the Crystal Bay Club Crown Room! Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 8:00 PM.
$15.00 in advance, $20.00 day of the show • 21+
Crystal Bay Club Crown Room, 14 Highway 28, Crystal Bay, NV 89402
(775) 833-6333
www.crystalbaycasino.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/1067584199952160/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1700505396BA0D98
Amgen Tour announces the cycling teams participating this May
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/01/2016 - 1:19pm
Thirty-six professional cycle teams will be participating in the 2016 Amgen Tour of California which passes through South Lake Tahoe on May 19, 2016.
The teams that will participate have been announced.
The 18 professional men’s teams confirmed for the 2016 Amgen Tour of California include:
UCI WorldTour (10):
· BMC Racing Team (USA)
· Cannondale Pro Cycling Team (USA)
· Etixx – Quick-Step Pro Cycling Team (BEL)
· Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka (RSA)
· Team Giant – Alpecin (GER)
· Team KATUSHA (RUS)
Whittell Warriors crowned state champs after 53-48 win at Lawlor
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/28/2016 - 9:56am
For the second time in three years, the Whittell High School boys basketball team has won the Nevada state championship.
The win was the Warriors 25th consecutive win. They wrapped up their 2016 season with an overall record of 27-2.
On Saturday at Lawlor Event Center at the University of Nevada Reno, Whittell beat Word of Life Christian Academy out of Las Vegas, 53-48, earning them the NIAA Division IV crown.
Community bone marrow drive in South Lake Tahoe for CHP officer Keith Meter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/24/2016 - 7:37pm
Event Date:
February 27, 2016 - 10:00am
A statewide drive, "Stand Up for Keith – Team Meter Marrow Drive," is being organized by California Highway Patrol Headquarters and the CHP Santa Ana Area office to try to find a marrow donor for Officer Keith Meter, an 18-year veteran of the Department and a familiar face among the stand-up paddle community in South Lake Tahoe.
Nevada bridges named the nation’s best for the second consecutive year
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/24/2016 - 6:52pm
The Nevada Department of Transportation’s dedicated bridge inspection and rehabilitation program has helped Nevada bridges to be named the nation’s best for the second consecutive year.
End time nears for El Dorado County recall against supervisors, DA and auditor
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/20/2016 - 1:15am
On October 27, 2015, Sue Novasel, the County Supervisor representing South Lake Tahoe, Meyers, Tahoma and Pollock Pines was served a “notice of intent to circulate a recall petition” by a group of citizens who said they are “tired of the corruption and cronyism that has plagued our county for years.” It wasn’t only Novasel, but all five of the County Supervisors, Shiva Frentzen, Ron Mikulaco, Michael Ranalli and Brian Veerkamp.
Motel and surrounding property could be demolished to make way for new project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/16/2016 - 10:58pm
The Knights Inn could be purchased by the City of South Lake Tahoe for $6 million should a grant be awarded them by the California Tahoe Conservancy. If that happens, the City would purchase, and then demolish, the motel located on Highway 50 near Ski Run Boulevard to make way for a new environmental and retail project.
There is grant money available through the CTC which the City will apply for. The funds come from the state's Proposition 1 Water Bond which was approved by voters in 2014 to authorize $7.545 billion in general obligation bonds for water projects.
Keith Urban adds second show at Harvey's Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/16/2016 - 5:55pm
Keith Urban has announced another South Lake Tahoe stop on his ripCORD tour this summer.
"By overwhelming demand, we’ve announced a second show at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harvey's on July 27th," Keith Urban announced on his facebook page. "Tickets go on sale next Friday, February 26th at 10 a.m.. Can’t wait to see you there!!!"
His RipCORD World Tour 2016 will feature Brett Eldredge, who toured with Urban as a special guest on his 2014 Raise ‘Em Up Tour and newcomer Maren Morris.
Barton Health joins successful, cutting-edge federal initiative
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/11/2016 - 11:09pm
Barton Health was selected as one of 100 new Medicare Shared Savings Program Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), providing Medicare beneficiaries with access to high-quality, coordinated care across the United States, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced. That brings the total to 434 Shared Savings Program ACOs serving over 7.7 million beneficiaries.
Whittell High senior chosen to be student delegate in Washington
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/10/2016 - 11:40pm
Nevada Senators Harry Reid and Dean Heller have announced that Katherine "Kate" Krolicki has been chosen to be one of 104 student delegates who will be attending the 54th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) in Washington, D.C.
"I never thought it'd happen," Krolick said of her being selected. "It's right up my alley and I am so excited to go back to Washington."
The Whittell High School senior has worked in Washington, D.C. twice, once as page for Senator Reid in 2014, and as Senator Heller's intern in 2015.
Vaping becoming an issue in South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/10/2016 - 12:17am
South Tahoe High's Principal Chad Houck made a phone call to parents last week, warning them of the increased use (and subsequent detection) among teens of what is known as "vaping."
Vaping is to "inhale and exhale the vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device." The devices are vaporizers, and what goes inside them became popular as a way to cut back on smoking cigarettes starting in 2007, but a 2014 Science News study showed that vaping did not boost quit rates.
University Center at LTCC ready to break ground in Spring of 2017
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/05/2016 - 10:31pm
Long the dream of many in South Lake Tahoe, a four-year educational opportunity is on target to break ground in the spring of 2017 on the grounds of Lake Tahoe Community College. The Lisa and Robert Maloff University Center will then be built and open in the fall of 2018.
Assault and larceny crimes on the rise in South Lake Tahoe and County
Submitted by admin on Fri, 02/05/2016 - 8:25pm
Crime statistics for South Lake Tahoe, Placerville and the unincorporated area of El Dorado County have been released for 2015, and while some areas have seen a decrease in some types of crime, others have seen some significant changes between 2014 and 2015.
Northern Nevada teen wins safety poster contest
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/05/2016 - 12:53am
The Nevada Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety’s Zero teen Fatalities program hosted a state wide contest where Nevada High School students had the opportunity to design an original billboard for Zero teen Fatalities featuring a safe driving message. Topics for the safe driving message included: aggressive driving, impaired driving, distracted driving & seat belts.
Entries were judged on the following criteria:
1. Overall Message (30%)
2. Creativity (30%)
3. Social Impact (20%)
4. Entertainment Value (20%)
First $19 million from Measure F being spent at Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/04/2016 - 10:20pm
South Lake Tahoe, CA— With the support of South Lake Tahoe’s voters, Lake Tahoe Community College successfully passed a $55 million bond measure in November 2014. Called Measure F, the bond will make it possible for the college to upgrade and modernize its technology, make necessary repairs to aging facilities and systems, and improve educational programs and students’ learning environment. The first set of bonds was sold¬ in July 2015 for $19 million, or 35% of the $55 million voters approved.
Sierra snowpack holding 130% more water than average
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/03/2016 - 12:20am
Recent heavy rains and snow have added much needed water to the Sierra Nevada snowpack, bringing the snow water equivalent at Phillips Station to 25.4 inches, 130 percent of the February 1 average.
Frank Gehrke, chief of the California Cooperative Snow Surveys Program, led the monthly media-oriented manual snow survey near Sierra-at-Tahoe on Wednesday, leading the group to the measuring location which recorded a snow depth of 76.2 inches.
Senate Bill designed to fight addiction gaining momentum
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/02/2016 - 3:39pm
The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) will “make a real difference for families and communities” struggling with drug addiction, U.S. Senator Rob Portman of Ohio said Saturday. He spoke about the bill, which has bipartisan support, in a weekly Republican address.
“This epidemic does not discriminate,” Senator Portman said. “Zip codes don’t matter. It’s affecting our cities, suburban areas, and rural counties. Young or old, rich, middle class or poor, black, white, Hispanic or Asian. The grip of addiction affects all of us.”
Larry Werner to be offered $172,008 to manage Douglas County for one year
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/30/2016 - 6:23pm
In an effort to not leave the county without a leader, a contract for Larry Werner to be the Douglas County Manager for one year will be voted on by commissioners during their February 4, 2016 meeting.
His contract will be for $172,008 with a car allowance of $700 per month. The former Carson City Manager, and former interim Douglas County Manager will start on March 7. Werner last served the county in the position after the departure of Steve Mokrohisky in 2014.
Maddie Bowman wins gold; Jamie Anderson silver in XGames
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/30/2016 - 12:30am
All three runs for South Lake Tahoe's Maddie Bowman in the Women's Ski SuperPipe X Games today beat all competitors on the course, earning her a fourth straight gold medal in the event. The 22-year-old Olympic gold medalist has also won a silver and bronze in the X Games.
Bowman scored a 85.33 on her first run Friday, followed by a 87.33 and 89.00. Second place finisher Ayana Onozuka of Japan ended up with a high run of 85.00. Bronze medalist Annalisa Drew of the USA had an 83.00.
December's gaming figures released: South Shore casinos show gain
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/29/2016 - 9:28am
The Nevada Gaming Control Board released their figures for the month of December, 2015 and they show Stateline casinos bringing in $17,950,675 which is 12.56 percent up from the same period in 2014.
For the fiscal year, the South Shore is still below the previous year by 8.30 percent.
When reviewing the whole state of Nevada, Stateline casinos led all others with gains for the month. The biggest percentage loss was experienced in small, non-Reno, Sparks, North Lake Tahoe casinos in Washoe County which saw income from gaming down 15.74 percent.
Douglas County Commissioners make it final: Jim Nichols is no longer County Manager
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/22/2016 - 9:11pm
Jim Nichols is officially not a Douglas County employee beginning January 29, 2016. The Board of County Commissioners approved a voluntary separation agreement Thursday between the county and Nichols, their County Manager.
Nichols and the County came to a mutual agreement that he would leave his position. During the on January 21, the Commissioners reiterated the fact that Nichols was not fired, nor did he quit. Nichols will be receiving a check for more than $115,000, the equivalent of six months pay plus sick pay and vacation pay.
South Lake Tahoe City Council wrap-up; Plastic bag ban partially rescinded
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/22/2016 - 8:46pm
The agenda for the South Lake Tahoe City Council was a light one this week.
The plastic bag ban ordinance was amended to only affect grocery stores and not retail outlets. Former Mayor Hal Cole asked for the issue to be brought back before the council in October. "I thought we were only voting to bring the ordinance back for review, not to pass it," Cole said about his vote on October 15, 2013.
Plastic Bag Ban Timeline
September, 2012 - City's Sustainability Committee eyes plastic bag ban
Steve Hemphill returns to Sierra-at-Tahoe as Director of Marketing
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/20/2016 - 10:44pm
Steve Hemphill has returned to Sierra-at-Tahoe, this time as their Director of Marketing.
Hemphill left his position as the resort's Communications Manager to work at K2 Sports as their Digital and Social Manager. While at K2, Hemphill helped grow digital presence and executed a wide variety of global digital campaigns. Hemphill has also worked at Freeskier Magazine where he was an assistant editor. In 2014, Hemphill was recognized by Ski Area Management Magazine as a top individual in the snow sports industry under 30 years of age.
Rebecca Makkai is next featured author at LTCC’s Writers’ Series
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/20/2016 - 5:15pm
Event Date:
February 10, 2016 - 7:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College Writers’ Series welcomes novelist Rebecca Makkai on Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Board/Aspen Room inside the library building. Makkai will read selections from her work, answer audience questions, and sign copies of her books, which will be available for sale. This event is free and open to the public.
Douglas County hires new Human Resources Director
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/19/2016 - 6:07pm
After a competitive recruitment process was conducted for the Director of Human Resources, Douglas County has selected current Interim Human Resources Director Wendy Lang for the permanent position of Director of Human Resources.
“I am very excited about this position and I look forward to serving employees throughout the County in full capacity,” said Wendy Lang. “My background and experience aligns with the needs of the organization and I am excited to do great work with the entire Human Resource team.”
Fatal car crash near Glenbrook
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/19/2016 - 5:54pm
Two cars collided on Highway 50 near Glenbrook at 9:40 p.m. Friday, January 16, leaving a Los Angeles man dead.
The Nevada Highway Patrol Troopers investigating the crash say a Silver 2009 Toyota Corolla, driven by Carlos Ortega Gomez of Mexico, was traveling eastbound. A white 2014 Subaru Impreza driven by 59-year-old Carson City resident Virgilio Ballesteros was traveling westbound in the slow lane.
