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Heavenly Mountain Resort at Lake Tahoe highlights 2012-2013 ski and board season

With Nov. 16 as its opening day, the countdown is on at Heavenly Mountain Resort. From intense competitions and events to the return of the halfpipe, excitement is stirring at Lake Tahoe’s largest winter playground.

Lake Tahoe young professionals group fall mixer at Pub inside 968 Park Hotel

Event Date: 
September 26, 2012 - 7:30pm

The Lake Tahoe Regional Young Professionals will keep the fall feisty with their next mixer at the new Pub inside 968 Park Hotel, Sept. 26 from 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Pizzas, cheese and fruit platters will be bountiful throughout the evening so belly up to the bar for drink specials and sample organic New Belgium Brewery Beers, Organic wine or a cup of Joe.
Non-TRYP members who attend mixers will have a $5-10 cover fee depending on the event, while members are free.

Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for Sept. 19-25

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of September 19-25.

ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:

Boat Inspections at Lake Tahoe move to fall and winter ramp schedules

Following a stellar boating season at Lake Tahoe, this Thursday, Sept. 20 will be the last day of operations for the Northstar and Homewood boat inspection stations. Boat inspections and decontaminations will still be available at the Alpine, Spooner and Meyers stations until Sept. 30, 2012.

Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra hosts SeptOberFest at MontBleu

Sample the schnitzel, drink beer out of steins and prepare to do the polka as the Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra hosts its SeptOberFest at MontBleu, Sept. 27, 6-10 p.m. This annual fundraiser features great German food, a beer garden, wine tasting, music, dancing, silent auction, envelope prizes, a Stein Holding Contest and a really cool beer mug (while supplies last). Advanced Tickets $35, $40 at the door. Email mizmarie@charter.net. Call (530) 318-9197.

Don Q's fishing report for week of Sept. 12-19

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Sept. 12-19.

Lake Tahoe Sierra Century Ride: Iconic fall favorite bike event celebrates 10th year

Event Date: 
September 22, 2012 (All day)

The Lake Tahoe Sierra Century Ride 2012 is slated for Saturday, September 22, offering incredible scenery and excellent exercise, all benefiting a great cause. Riders can choose a 100-mile, 60-mile or 30-mile route and enjoy breathtaking vistas and the crisp mountain air of autumn in the Sierra.

All of the routes start and finish in The Village at Squaw Valley, and all benefit the music students at North Tahoe Middle and High schools. While the event's moniker includes the word ‘century,' the 100-miler is just one of three rides offered in this annual Tahoe event.

Don Q's Fishing Report for the week of Sept. 5-11

Here is this week's fishing report for Northern California, Nevada, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra-area rivers, lakes and streams. Fall colors are around the corner for the Sierra and Lake Tahoe region. Enjoy the fishing while the weather is still good and don't forget to pack your sunscreen and fishing license. This report is for the week of Sept. 5-11.

ADOBE POND, CALIF:
Tom Loe of Sierra Drifters Fly Fishing Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:

Democrats Continue To Outpace Republicans In Nevada Voter Registration Efforts

CARSON CITY — Democrats continued to outpace Republicans in their voter registration efforts in August, signing up 12,163 new voters to 5,042 for Republicans, the Secretary of State’s office reported today.
Registered nonpartisans increased by 6,575 during the same time period, also exceeding the registrations by the GOP.
Of the 1,122,236 active registered voters statewide, 41.3 percent, (463,229), are Democrats, 36.3 percent, (407,513), are Republicans, and 16.7 percent, (186,941), are nonpartisans.

Businesses hang on as construction continues

Drivers heading east on Highway 50 drove past white road signs on Wednesday assuring potential customers that businesses are still open despite continued construction on a $40.6 million Caltrans project.

Seeing Sierra Nevada uplift from space topic of Lake Tahoe science lecture

Event Date: 
September 11, 2012 - 5:30pm

Scientific evidence from the University of Nevada, Reno shows the entire Sierra Nevada mountain range is rising at the relatively fast rate of 1 to 2 millimeters every year.
A lecture on Tuesday, Sept. 11 will provide this new information on Sierra Nevada uplift as seen from space. The lecture, by Bill Hammond, associate professor at the University of Nevada at Reno, will be at the Lake Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences, 291 County Club Drive, in Incline Village.

CDC: West Nile cases rise 40 percent in 1 week

Federal health officials say that West Nile virus cases are up 40 percent since last week and are on pace to rival the record years of 2002 and 2003.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention h...

Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for week of Aug. 29

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of August 29 to Sept. 4.

Wind and low humidity prompt Red Flag warning for Lake Tahoe area and Sierra

A Red Flag Warning is in effect through Tuesday night for the Lake Tahoe Basin, the Northern, Central and Eastern Sierra in California and Western Nevada Sierra front, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.

Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for week of August 16-21

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams for Northern California, the Sierra and across Nevada. This report is for the week of August 16.

Memories of the Nevada 10-In-10 challenge

The newspaper headline on page one on Aug. 15, 2002 said it all:
“They made it!”
Yes, they did! And, they did it in record-setting style.
Four athletes, who are personal friends of Elaine and I, completed 10 very physically and mentally-demanding challenges in a period of 10 grueling days, way back in 2002.
I know because we were there for each and every one of those 10 memorable days that resulted in the very first Nevada 10-in-10 Challenge going into the Nevada record book.
Those four were Karl Horeis, Jeremy Evans, Rick Gunn and K. M. Cannon.

Board Rejects Proposal To Seek State Funding To Subsidize Nevada’s Health Insurance Exchange

CARSON CITY – A board overseeing the creation of the state’s health insurance exchange opted today not to seek general fund support to subsidize the fees charged to participants in the program.
The Finance and Sustainability Advisory Subcommittee of the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange Board had proposed subsidizing the monthly fee paid by enrollees with a general fund appropriation from the state Insurance Premium Tax.

Fire above Folsom Lake forces evacuations on West Slope of El Dorado County

Evacuations were reportedly underway on the West Slope of El Dorado County Wednesday after a quick moving fire had consumed 30 to 40 acres. The brush fire started around 2:45 p.m. near Salmon Falls Road and Miners Valley Road, just above Folsom Lake, near Pilot Hill.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Sgt. James Byers said there are multiple evacuations on multiple streets according to KXTV News10.net.

National Weather Service: Dangerous thunderstorms may develop across Lake Tahoe Basin and Sierra

Isolated to widely scattered thunderstorms will continue to develop across the Lake Tahoe Basin and the Sierra this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.

Mammovan at Harrah's Lake Tahoe August 21

Event Date: 
August 21, 2012 - 7:45am

Many women in rural Nevada have never had a mammogram. Fear, lack of funds, transportation conflicts, or no insurance are just some of the reasons women have not protected themselves against breast cancer. Yet, we know that early detection of breast cancer saves lives.

Location

Harrah's Lake Tahoe
15 Hwy 50, Stateline, NV
United States
38° 57' 33.2748" N, 119° 56' 23.9244" W

Outdoors with Don Q: Head to the Sierra for fun, fish and to stay cool

It’s that time of the year again. This is my annual reminder that if you’re someone like me, summer’s sweltering heat is not much fun. I do not like the summer months.
I am an outdoors person who dearly loves the cold, frost, ice and snow of winter, and I absolutely and totally wilt at this time of the year.
I am miserable and grouchy during hot weather months, especially August.
To be honest, I dislike the weather anytime it gets past 80-85 degrees.

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals host fundraiser for Humane Society at Lakeview Commons

Event Date: 
August 18, 2012 - 1:00pm

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals inaugural TRYP-Stock will raise funds for Tahoe’s Animal Humane Society, Saturday, August 18 from 1 - 5 p.m. at El Dorado Beach - the new Lakeview Commons. The 60s-themed "Peace, Love & Puppies" party provides locals, visitors and kids of all ages, an afternoon filled with music on the beach, costumes, games, contests, vendors, food and beverages.

Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for August 8-14

Fishing spots in the Sierra, Lake Tahoe, Northern California and Nevada will be the place to be this week as temperatures will send thousands of anglers to dozens of rivers, lakes and streams in the region. Here is the latest fishing report for the week of August 8-14. Pack plenty of water, sunscreen and don't forget your fishing license.

Study: Wildfire risk to homes will double in 40 years

13th Annual Children’s Environmental Science Day

Event Date: 
August 11, 2012 (All day)

Children are invited to spend the day with scientists on Saturday, August 11, learning about the unique ecology, function, restoration and preservation of Lake Tahoe.

Lake Tahoe Basin under Fire Weather Watch for weekend

A fire weather watch is in effect from Saturday afternoon through Saturday night for the Lake Tahoe Basin, northeast California and Northwest Nevada, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
The watch is associated with the possibility of dry thunderstorms and a strong outflow of wind. High pressure will move over the region this weekend with a moist southerly flow that will develop across the Sierra and Western Nevada, according to the weather service.

Health Insurance Premium Rebates Headed to Californians

Nearly two million Californians should receive a health insurance premium rebate this week. The rebates are the result of the federal Affordable Care Act.
The federal law requires health insurers to spend at least 80percent of their premium money on actual health costs, rather than marketing and other non-medical expenses.
Insurers who don't meet that percentage are required to issue refunds.
California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones says premium rebates total about $74 million, or about $65 per family.

South Tahoe ​Wooden Boat Classic set for Friday and Saturday

Event Date: 
July 27, 2012 - 12:00pm

The South Tahoe Wooden Boat Classic, a Vintage Boat Show for Charity is the Antique and Classic Boat Society, Inc., Northern California/Lake Tahoe Chapter's only ACBS-judged boat show. The 5th annual 2012 boat show is featured July 27-28 at the Tahoe Keys Marina & Yacht Club will display 70 antique and classic boats and gift $12,250 to local charities.

Don Q's California, Nevada and Sierra fishing report for July 25-31

Warm weather and cool fishing is expected this week along the many lakes, rivers and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. Here is this week's fishing report for the week of July 25. As always, pack plenty of sunscreen, abide all regulations and have your fishing license with you.

Music at The Moose Outdoor Concert with Trey Stone Band to Benefit Tahoe Arts Project

When the South Lake Tahoe arts community calls out, Trey Stone and his band are there to headline the show. The community is invited to join the Trey Stone Band for three hours of R&B, funk and soul at an outdoor concert — Music at the Moose — to benefit the Tahoe Arts Project at 5 p.m. today, Wednesday, July 25, at the Moose Lodge, 961 Eloise Avenue in South Lake Tahoe.
The cost is $10 for adults and free for children. Dished up for purchase at this community benefit concert include burgers and hot dogs, soda, ice cream, and more. There's a cash bar available and a raffle will be held. All proceeds benefit the Tahoe Arts Project.

Live at Lakeview: 40 Watt Hype will bring Latin Fusion to Lakeview Commons

Event Date: 
July 19, 2012 - 4:30pm

It's concert time when 40 Watt Hype will bring its Latin Fusion to Lakeview Commons and El Dorado Beach beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday as part of the Live at Lakeview Concert series.

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals Members Offer Slew of Summer Mixers and Events

Event Date: 
July 24, 2012 - 7:00pm

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals keep the summer sizzling with their next mixer at Brothers Bar & Grill, July 24 from 7 – 10 p.m. Food and drink specials will be flowing throughout the evening.
Brothers Bar is located at 888 Emerald Bay Rd South Lake Tahoe, Calif. Board members will be sporting their TRYP t-shirts and encourage others wear them to events.

Opinion: Fed up with 40 years of hypocrisy in Tahoe

Truckee man, 53, dies after apparent bicycle accident near Donner Lake

TRUCKEE, Calif. - A 53-year-old local man died Friday after an apparent bicycling accident on Old Highway 40 near Donner Lake, according to the Truckee Police Department.Police found the man - iden...

Deputies respond to fight at nightclub

About 1:40 a.m. July 6, Douglas County Sheriff's deputies responded to a report of a large fight that started inside the Vex nightlcub inside Harrah's Lake Tahoe, according to a deputy's report.A w...

Obama White House appoints Tim Carlson to Lake Tahoe Regional Planning Agency governing board

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency is pleased to welcome Tim Carlson as the new Presidential Appointee to TRPA’s 15-member Governing Board.
Carlson brings with him more than 40 years of government and business development experience to the non-voting seat on the Governing Board. His out-of-the-box business style has resulted in the development of many public/private partnerships and business-to-business joint ventures.

Don Q's Fishing report for week of July 11-17

Great fishing is being reported throughout Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and Sierra this summer. Here is this week's fishing report, through July 17, for rivers, lakes and streams in the region.

Full Time Law Enforcement Hits the Rubicon Trail

El Dorado County Sheriff D’Agostini has created a new position and assigned a full time deputy sheriff to patrol the Rubicon Trail, 40 hours every week, during the OHV season. In the past most of the staffing for the Rubicon Trail was on overtime, and was limited by grant funds.

Pablo Cruise headlines A Concert Under the Stars Wednesday

Dave Jenkins returns to Carson City for his second performance at A Concert Under the Stars, a fundraiser for The Greenhouse Project, July 11 with his band, Pablo Cruise.
Jenkins performed four years ago for the inaugural event, which takes place at Café at Adele’s, but his love of music began at a tender age.

Fishing Report For Northern California, Nevada and Sierra through July 10

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for July 5 through July 10.

Large fight breaks out near Stateline, authorities reportedly attacked in melee

UPDATE 11:45AM: Douglas County Sheriff's Office reports the following from the incident Wednesday night that involved several adults and teenagers. A sheriff's deputy was injured in the melee. Several were arrested: Here is what was filed by Sgt. Jim Halsey regarding the incident:

After-fireworks party cleanup at El Dorado and Regan beaches

Join K&K Services on Thursday for its 14th annual 5th of July Volunteer Beach Cleanup. Beginning at 6 a.m. volunteers will pick up what everyone else left behind after the fireworks show. The cleanup begins on El Dorado Beach and then moves along to Regan Beach. According to organizer Kenny Curtzwiler, the cleanup usually yields about 40 yards of trash. El Dorado Beach is located on Highway 50 at Lakeview Avenue. The community is invited. Bring gloves.

Lake Tahoe becomes ground zero for climate change study

Lake Tahoe may be one of the most studied lakes in the world, but just how to translate all that climate change data into action remains a challenge. Data suggest a decrease in snow, more extremes like drought and flooding and reduced lake clarity.
Data suggest climate change is bringing an increased risk of more severe forest fires, but warming temperatures may cause other complex ecosystem changes. Local agencies are already planning ways to mitigate and adapt, but making policy based on models that show global trends over the next century is not an easy task.

Deep fryer lights fire in Meyers

An electric deep fryer left on a deck is believed to be the cause of a Thursday morning structure fire in Meyers.About 2:40 a.m. firefighters from South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and Lake Valley F...

Four Infested Boats Prevented from Launching into Lake Tahoe in 2012; 5 inspection stations prepared for July 4 holiday

The July 4th Holiday and fireworks celebrations always bring an influx of boaters to the Lake Tahoe Basin. With sunny skies and warm temperatures predicted for the 4th of July holiday week, boaters are urged to Clean, Drain and Dry their boats before arriving at one of 5 roadside inspection stations in the Tahoe to avoid delays and decontamination fees.

Breezy today in the Lake Tahoe Basin, Red Flag warning in Central Sierra, Western Nevada

Breezy conditions in the Lake Tahoe Basin will persist Monday prompting a Lake Wind Advisory by the National Weather Service in Reno, while much of the Sierra south of basin and much of Western Nevada falls under a Red Flag warning.

Lake Tahoe Golf Course superintendent retires; replacement announced

Lake Tahoe Golf Course superintendent John Stanowski has retired after 41 years. Bobby Jaeger has been named as his replacement.When John started at Lake Tahoe Golf Course a gallon of gas was 40 ce...

40 years later, Title IX still shapes female athletes

Tahoe Derby Dames B team bests Stockton in June 16 roller jam

Lake Tahoe’s only women’s flat track roller derby team, Tahoe Derby Dames, hosted the Port City Roller Girls from Stockton, Calif., on Saturday, June 16 at Bijou Community Park to a roaring crowd of old and new fans. TDD hosted a double header with Port City playing each other’s A and B teams.

As Title IX turns 40, legacy goes beyond numbers

Emily Miller remembers learning about Title IX during history class, probably sometime in junior high. She's a little fuzzy on the details, including how and why it came about.Every time she st...

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