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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.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/19/2016 - 8:25am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday, January 19, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
A lake wind advisory is in effect until 7:00 p.m..
Two storms headed to Lake Tahoe this week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/18/2016 - 6:32pm
As one weather system leaves Lake Tahoe, the next one is waiting off the coast of California and heading to the Sierra overnight. The National Weather Service says upper elevations will see more snow that the past storm, with rain for the valleys. South Lake is at an elevation that rests in between rain and snow.
Most snow impacts will be confined to areas above 7,000 feet, a rain/snow mix around 6500 feet and all rain in lower valley locations will create slick road conditions. The highest elevations can see a foot of snow, with 1 to 4" above 6,500 feet, and one inch around the lake.
Prescribed burns to continue in Lake Tahoe basin
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/17/2016 - 6:53pm
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, California State Parks and the California Tahoe Conservancy are planning to continue prescribed fire operations next week beginning Tuesday, January 19, 2016 in the following areas:
Tranquility - Between Round Hill and Zephyr Cove, 3 acres of hand piles will be burned. The ignition date is planned for 1/20/16. Fire and smoke will be present during five days of burn down time with smoke expected to travel to the north/northeast. Smoke may be visible from Zephyr Cove to Round Hill.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/17/2016 - 9:00am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, January 17, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
A winter weather advisory is in effect from 4 p.m. Sunday to 10:00 a.m. Sunday. Heaviest snow from midnight to 8:00 a.m. Sunday. 8 to 14 inches above 7000 feet, 3 to 8 inches at lake level.
Winter weather advisory issued for Lake Tahoe Sunday-Monday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/16/2016 - 7:23pm
The Lake Tahoe Basin will see more rain and snow with the next system moving in Sunday night.
Forecasters have had difficulty nailing down this system as their forecast guidance has been all over the board, according to the National Weather Service. Currently, the main core of moisture and best storm dynamics are expected to be over the southern Cascades of Oregon and the front range of Northern California. Still, decent moisture will stream into the Northern Sierra Sunday afternoon into Monday.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/16/2016 - 9:04am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, January 16, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
A lake wind weather advisory is in effect until Saturday at 7:00 p.m. Resorts may be affected today by winds, so check status prior to hitting the slopes.
Skies clearing, leaving behind fresh snow and avalanche warning
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/15/2016 - 10:36am
The ski resorts are welcoming new snow as a storm that passed through left behind up to 15 inches of it behind on the slopes. Crews are cleaning up the roads around the lake with many controls in place.
There is an avalanche warning for slopes steeper than 30 degrees. Human triggered avalanches are likely and natural avalanches are possible according to the National Weather Service.
As of 9 a.m., chain controls are up on Highway 50 over Echo Summit, requiring all cars to have chains unless 4WD with snow tires on all four wheels from 3 miles east of Kyburz to Meyers.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/15/2016 - 8:21am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday, January 15, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Winter weather advisory for the Lake Tahoe Basin lasts until today at 10:00 a.m. Resorts may be affected today by winds, so check status prior to hitting the slopes.
Chance of rain and snow in South Lake Tahoe for next week
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/14/2016 - 5:53pm
The snow in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday started almost exactly at the time the winter weather advisory said it would: 2 p.m. The advisory is in effect until 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 15.
Chain controls are up on all mountain roads around Lake Tahoe, and with 3-5" snow expected during the evening, expect them to stay up all night.
Chain controls as of 4:30 p.m. Thursday:
Kingsbury Grade - Chains or snow tires
Spooner Summit / Hwy 50 - Chains or snow tires
Echo Summit / Hwy 50 - Chains or 4WD with snow tires from 1.5 miles west of Kyburz to Meyers
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/14/2016 - 9:01am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday, January 14, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Winter weather advisory issued for the Lake Tahoe Basin from January 14 at 2:00 p.m. to January 15 at 10:00 a.m.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/13/2016 - 8:03am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, January 13, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
There are winds today so lift statuses may change throughout the day.
Remaining residents asked to move; Tahoe Beach Club ready to break ground
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/12/2016 - 4:00pm
The remaining tenants at the Tahoe Shore Mobile Home Park at Stateline, Nev., have been given 90 days to find new housing now that owners of the Tahoe Beach Club will be breaking ground on a 20-acre luxury lakefront condominium project.
This announcement should come as no surprise to the people who own or rent the mobile homes since they were originally told in 2003 that they would have to move so the project could be built.
The Tahoe Beach Club has been 14 years in the making and now it looks like the first shovels will be moving dirt at the new lakeside development by June, 2016.
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Lake Tahoe Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/12/2016 - 12:39pm
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada starting at 4 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2016.
The first storm in potentially a series of them is forecast to impact the area according to NWS in Reno. There is an additional chance for a storm late Thursday and again Saturday, but forecast confidence in these is lower.
Their forecast:
Today - Partly sunny, with a high near 45. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Tonight - A 20 percent chance of rain after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 31. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Sheila Charlene Middlebrook 1950 -2015
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/12/2016 - 11:50am
On Wednesday morning, December 23, 2015, my wife and best friend, Charlene Middlebrook lost her long and courageous battle with cancer. As with everything she did, Charlene handled the cancer and a subsequent stroke, with grace, courage, total resolve and of course her humor and her smile, once again being the hero in our family. Charlene and I met here in Tahoe 35 years ago and soon discovered that we had both grown up in Southern California about two miles apart.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/12/2016 - 8:33am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday, January 12, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 45 and a low tonight of 31. Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 45. South wind around 5 mph. Tonight: A 20 percent chance of rain after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 31. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Weak systems aren't promising much snow to Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/10/2016 - 11:14pm
A few weak weather systems are headed to Lake Tahoe, but they don't bring with them much of a chance for precipitation.
A weak storm will pass to the north on Monday and Tuesday with 20% chance of it leaving a little snow according to the National Weather Service.
Before Hwy 50 it was horses and wagons on the Johnson Cut-Off
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/09/2016 - 6:43pm
The trip is hot and dry. A layer of several feet of dust lined the route, flying around as the wheels of the wagons and hooves of the horses pass over. The road is steep and over granite along the 130 miles from the Carson Valley to Placerville. When not the middle of summer, the road is muddy or buried by snow. A horse could cover the terrain in 24-hours.
The road is Johnson's Cut-off and the year is 1852. It was built by John Calhoun "Cock-eye" Johnson as a way to cut off 50 miles and 2,000 feet in elevation from the common route people took over Donner Summit as they emigrated West.
Prescribed fire operations return next week after holiday break
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/08/2016 - 7:29pm
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, California State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service are planning to resume prescribed fire operations during the week of January 10-15, 2016.
They will be concentrating on six areas (matching with letters on the attached map):
A. Emerald Bay State Park - 38 acres. Ignite 1/11/16. Expected duration of ignition and smoke, one month.
B. Sugar Pine Point State Park - 26 acres. Ignite 1/11/16. Expected duration of ignition and smoke, one month.
Performing Arts Gala before January 22 Cinderella performance at STHS
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/08/2016 - 7:08pm
Event Date:
January 22, 2016 - 5:00pm
The South Tahoe High School Performing Arts Booster Association (PABA) is holding their annual gala on Friday, January 22 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., prior to the evening's performance of Cinderella.
Despite its name, this is a dress-as-you-please event in the school's Student Union which will feature a photo booth complete with a glass slipper and a silent auction. There will be refreshments made by the STHS culinary students. The whole evening promises to be fun for the whole family.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/08/2016 - 8:34am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday, January 8, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 35 and a low tonight of 24. Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 35. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Tonight: Snow showers after 10pm. Low around 24. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
Recent storms leave behind fresh powder at Lake Tahoe ski resorts
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/07/2016 - 11:30am
Though not as strong as many predicted at lake level, the storms that came through Lake Tahoe this week left behind plenty of powder on the slopes.
The National Weather Service in Reno said little additional snow is expected through Friday but another series of weak to moderate storm systems is likely to bring more snow to the Sierra from Saturday through the middle of next week.
Here is their forecast:
Tips to avoid tendon strain
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/07/2016 - 11:12am
As we gear up for outdoor winter activities, the potential for sports-related injuries stacks up. Tendonitis is a common winter sports injury. Here are some facts about this condition and different ways to prevent it.
Tendons are bands of fibrous connective tissue that attach muscles to the bones. Micro tears in the tendon can lead to irritation and inflammation known as tendonitis. If the area is not well rested or treated, the tendon starts to degenerate and can turn into unhealthy scar tissue that does not perform or move well.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/07/2016 - 8:38am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday, January 7, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 33 and a low tonight of 19. Today: Scattered snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33. West wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.Tonight: Isolated snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Loop Road project the topic at South Lake Tahoe Chamber
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/06/2016 - 9:13pm
The public has been on a long journey with the Tahoe Transportation District over the US50/South Shore Community Revitalization project, one that has followed twisted roads and endured roadblocks and detours.
Now it appears the project, also known as the Loop Road, is on the back straightaway, approaching the final turn and homestretch.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/06/2016 - 8:56am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, January 6, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum. Due to the new storm, winds may affect lift operations today. This report is as of 8:00 a.m. so follow the links on each resort recap to check current lift status.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/05/2016 - 8:12am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday, January 5, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Tahoe Fire Blood Drive on Martin Luther King holiday
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/04/2016 - 6:07pm
Event Date:
January 18, 2016 - 12:00pm The Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District is holding a blood drive on Monday, January 18 from noon to 5:30 p.m.
FACTS & FIGURES
* A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 pints of blood.
* More then 40,000 pints of blood are transfused daily in the United States.
* 1 in 7 people entering the hospital will need blood.
* Patients who use the most blood are people being treated for: cancer, undergoing orthopedic surgeries, undergoing organ and marrow transplants, being treated or inherited blood disorders and undergoing cardiovascular surgeries.
Location
TDFPD Station 23
193 Elks Point Road
Zephyr Cove, NV 89448
United States
38° 58' 59.5128" N, 119° 56' 35.1132" W
See map: Google Maps
Storm headed to Lake Tahoe; 4-8" of snow expected at lake level
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/04/2016 - 8:09am
A winter weather advisory has been issued for Lake Tahoe from 2:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2016.
The National Weather Service changed the storm from a "winter weather warning" to the advisory. Expect snow accumulations of 4-8" at lake level and 8-15" at the upper elevations. The strongest snow is forecast to begin at 4:00 a.m.
There will be some winds associated with this system with south winds gusting to 25 mph in the valleys and gusts of 80-100 on the ridges.
"Made with Altitude" Restaurant Week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/03/2016 - 3:15pm
Foodies can rejoice in South Lake Tahoe next week as the Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority (LTVA) celebrates local restaurants with Tahoe South Restaurant Week.
From January 8 through 15, diners can enjoy a special "Made With Altitude" menu at 22 restaurants.
Gourmet burgers, handmade pastas, mouthwatering steaks, fresh seafood, inventive small plates, and decadent desserts are all on the epicurean delightful menus.
Chance of snow all week long in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/02/2016 - 7:37pm
The National Weather Service in Reno says that an active winter weather pattern will be returning to the Lake Tahoe region next week as several winter systems are poised to impact the Sierra and western Nevada every one to two days beginning Monday and possibly lasting into next weekend.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/02/2016 - 9:32am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, January 2, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 33 and a low tonight of 22. Today: Isolated snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 33. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 22. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/01/2016 - 8:51am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday, January 1, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - It's a cold one this morning with a temperature reading of -7 at 7 a.m. South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 23 and a low tonight of 8. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 23. East wind around 10 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 8. East wind around 5 mph becoming southwest after midnight.
City of South Lake Tahoe's 2015 Year in Review
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/31/2015 - 1:47pm
As we welcome in 2016, the City of South Lake Tahoe would like to reflect on the accomplishments of 2015. The following is a summary of accomplishments during 2015.
Strategic Priority: Fiscal Sustainability
The most important issue facing cities and local agencies is continued steadfast attention to the budget, both short term and long term fiscal impacts.
· FY 15/16 budget adopted on time and without use of alternative revenues (3rd consecutive year).
· Adopted 5-year Financial Forecast and 5-Year Capital Investment Plan.
Reno Tahoe Airport holding workshops about their role in the local economy
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/30/2015 - 8:28pm
Event Date:
January 6, 2016 - 9:30am
Airports around the country have been impacted by changes in the airline industry, and the Reno Tahoe International Airport is no exception.
Since the entire region an airport services benefits from increased flights and passengers, airport and tourism officials are reaching out to local communities in a series of "Airport 101."
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/30/2015 - 8:29am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, December 30, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 35 and a low of 15]0. Today: A 30 percent chance of snow showers, mainly before 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 35. West wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Little or no snow accumulation expected. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 10. East wind around 5 mph.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/28/2015 - 9:17am
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
12/20
6:40 a.m. - Unlicensed Driver - Highway 50 - 20-YEAR-OLD MALE SUSPECT STOPPED FOR VEHICLE CODE VIOLATIONS AND FOUND TO BE DRIVING ON A SUSPENDED LICENSE.
12/21
1:27 p.m. - Death Investigation - 13th St - A 53 YEAR OLD MALE WAS FOUND DECEASED
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/27/2015 - 8:44am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, December 27, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 36 and a low of 16. Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 36. West wind around 5 mph. Tonight: Scattered snow showers between 10pm and 4am, then snow likely after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
2016 brings in new laws for California drivers, bikers and more
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/26/2015 - 6:10pm
Hundreds of new California laws take effect on January 1, 2016, many that will have tangible impacts on the lives of Californians as they work, drive, ride a bike and shop.
Here is an overview of some of them:
Transportation:
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/24/2015 - 8:59am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/23/2015 - 9:03am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, December 23, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 33 and a low of 24. Today: A 10 percent chance of snow after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 33. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: A 50 percent chance of snow, mainly after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
Storm brings much needed water to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/22/2015 - 11:36am
Lake Tahoe rose almost two inches yesterday which equals 63.9 billion gallons of added water.
The National Weather Service in Reno has provided this chart on how much water actually was in yesterday's storm. As of 5 a.m. Tuesday, they report the lake rose 1.92 inches and more precipitation is expected today and Thursday.
All waterways through El Dorado County were rising on Monday, prompting local flood warnings which have now expired. Placerville received 3.08 inches of rain in this storm ad they are now at 97% of average for season to date totals.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/22/2015 - 9:27am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday, December 22, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
9:20 a.m. Update: Both Sierra and Kirkwood are closed and Heavenly has open: Boulder and Stagecoach in Nevada. The Tram, Gunbarrel, Patsy's, Groove, First Ride, and Powderbowl Express in California. They are evaluating all lift operations this morning due to wind. The Gondola is on wind hold as of 9:20 am.
Kudos: Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless thankful
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/22/2015 - 12:58am
On behalf of Tahoe Coaltion for the Homeless, I would like to thank our community for a successful opening of the South Lake Tahoe Warm Room.
Peggy Eichorn and Kelly Pelcher from Coldwell Banker McKinney were instrumental in the search for a location for the Warm Room, and have been an unwavering partner in the project. We thank them for their support. Also, the Coalition is grateful to Star Lake Investments for use of their facilities.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/20/2015 - 9:53pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
12/13
No Report
12/14
9:00 a.m. - Driving without a license - Lake Tahoe Blvd - 16-YEAR-OLD MALE CITED FOR DRIVING WITHOUT A LICENSE
9:36 a.m. - Death Investigation - 3rd St - 77-YEAR-OLD FEMALE
12/15
String of storms heading to Lake Tahoe this week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/20/2015 - 4:56pm
A winter storm warning has been issued for the Lake Tahoe basin from 10 a.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday. Periods of heavy snow will begin Monday morning with accumulations 18"-36" above 7,000 feet. Snow accumulations below 7,000 feet will vary with 4"-12" expected. Snow levels will start at 6,000 feet Monday morning, rising to 7,000 feet by the Tuesday morning. The heavier precipitation is expected Tuesday.
The incoming storm will have winds with it as well, 10-25 mph with gusts to 40 mph in the morning Monday, tapering down by afternoon.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/20/2015 - 7:45am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, December 20, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
South Lake Tahoe community takes care of each other during holidays
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/19/2015 - 11:29pm
The Christmas spirit has been evident all through the South Shore over the past few weeks as many people and non-profit agencies have been blessed with donations of money, food and gifts to help make the holidays a bit brighter.
Here are some of the many Santas who've been busy at work:
The South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge and Women of the Moose filled up 40 boxes with hams and food for families at Tahoe Valley Elementary school. The students decorated the boxes.
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South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/19/2015 - 8:41am
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, December 19, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue expands EMS staffing
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/18/2015 - 11:33pm
In a move that will save the city money as well as increase staffing, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue added 12 new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) specialists to their staff on December 14.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is now the only fire department in the Tahoe basin to have three firefighters on each engine at all times and two EMS specialists in the ambulance.
