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SLT Council Candidate Douglas Williams

South Tahoe Now reached out to all nine candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council and provided the same list of questions to each one of them. Once a day their answers will be published in the order received.

Today's candidate is Douglas Williams

Profession: Hospitality

How many years in SLT: 10 years

Gaming revenues down across Nevada, South Shore revenues down almost 40% in July

STATELINE, Nev. - Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $756,793,269 for the month of July 2020, the second month of casinos reopening in the state after being closed due to the coronavirus. This amounts to a 26.16 percent decrease compared to July 2019, when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,024,925,615 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe awards 19 scholarships

Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) awarded scholarships to a group of local students from South Tahoe High, George Whittell High, the Lake Tahoe Basin Fire Academy and Lake Tahoe Community College. The club, serving the community since 1959, has given out over one-million dollars to local graduates over the years.

Gaming revenues down in state as casinos start back up after closures

STATELINE, Nev. - Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $566,806,791 for the month of June 2020, the first month casinos started to reopen in the state after being closed due to the coronavirus. This amounts to a 45.55 percent decrease compared to June 2019, when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,040,978,076 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Groundbreaking at Lake Tahoe's new Special Events Center at Stateline

STATELINE, Nev. - It's been 23 years in the making, and today was the first physical step to bringing the new Tahoe South Event Center to existence. The fence is up around the parking lot at MontBleu Resort, and the first shovels of dirt were moved during a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday.

Hard Rock poolside celebrity Q&A with Jerry Rice, Dennis Rodman and Shane Victorino

STATELINE, Nev. – Most public events associated with the American Century Championship this week are not taking place due to safety concerns created by COVID-19, but one is still happening with special protocols.

The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe is holding a one-night-only poolside celebrity Q&A session on Saturday, July 11 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sports legends Jerry Rice and Shane Victorino had already been announced as taking part, but basketball great Dennis Rodman is now on the bill.

Dr. James Tarwater says goodbye to Lake Tahoe Unified School District

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dr. James Tarwater will be bringing his 54-year career in education to a close this month as he passes the torch to the new Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) superintendent June 30.

Governor outlines guidelines for reopening Nevada with phase one Saturday

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak has unveiled his plan for the state to reopen under phase one starting May 9, 2020. Outdoor malls, restaurants, hair salons, and barber shops are among those able to reopen with new standards for safety.

"We must stay safe so we can stay open," said Sisolak of the ability to move into phase 2 by the end of May, or sooner.

"The beginning of the reopening of our economy is not the end of the coronavirus," said Sisolak during a press conference Thursday afternoon. "It's still with us, as strong as ever. It will not go away until there's a vaccine."

Douglas County school board selects their HR director as next superintendent

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County School District has hired a new superintendent to replace the retiring Teri White.

In a unanimous decision, the board voted 7-0 to hire Keith Lewis as the next superintendent. Lewis is the District's current Human Resources executive director. He will start to transition into the position immediately and officially take over when White leaves, sometime this summer.

Casinos did well in February - South Shore Lake Tahoe up 21% over a year ago

STATELINE, Nev. - Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,042,627,516 for the month of February 2020. This amounts to a 3.05 percent increase compared to February 2019, when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,011,785,879 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

TRPA approves 6,000 seat Tahoe South Event Center

STATELINE, Nev. - The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) board today unanimously approved the Tahoe Douglas Visitor’s Authority Tahoe South Event Center planned for the parking lot area of Montbleu Casino Resort in Stateline. Edgewood Tahoe has donated the 13.3 acres at the corner of Lake Parkway and Highway 50 needed for the center.

Monthly gaming report: Good January for Lake Tahoe casinos on south shore

STATELINE, Nev. - Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,038,196,869 for the month of January 2020. This amounts to a 5.48 percent increase compared to January 2019, when licensees reported a gaming win of $984,227,816 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Sportsmanship, not rivalry, at South Tahoe High-Truckee High basketball game

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There has always been a strong rivalry between South Tahoe High and Truckee High but in just one minute that changed and what came out of their February 7th basketball game was an extreme case of sportsmanship, team and school spirit, and class.

Lake Tahoe resident named to Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor list

STATELINE, Nev. - Michael Holcomb of the South Shore has been named to Forbes Magazine's 2020 list of Best-in-State Wealth Advisors for the third consecutive year.

Holcomb is a Morgan Stanley Family Wealth Director and Financial Advisor in the Firm’s Lake Tahoe Wealth Management office on Kingsbury Grade in Stateline.

Andrew Joseph Mora ~ 1982 - 2020

Andrew (Andy) Joseph Mora, 37, passed peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at Renown Hospital. He was born on December 15, 1982, in Reno, Nevada to Andrew and Kristie Mora.

Viking Corner: This week at South Tahoe High

This week at South Tahoe High School, seniors visited the Scholarship Fair, a new school app was launched, and senior basketballers play their last home game.

On Campus

Thursday afternoon, seniors were released early from classes to experience the inaugural Scholarship Fair, an event held by the STHS counselors. Organizations like South Tahoe High School Alumni Association, Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Sierra, and El Dorado Community Foundation attended to educate the seniors on how they can earn scholarship money.

Kobe Bryant, the Mamba Mentality and a Lake Tahoe man

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - "You're the Black Mamba, but I'm the White Mamba," said a trash-talking 13-year-old in 2011 at the Kobe Bryant Basketball Academy in Santa Barbara.

"I would constantly approach Kobe at any opportunity, even when I wasn't supposed to, pestering him to play me one-on-one," says a now 21-year-old Palmer Chaplin. "I berated him with trash talk about how I could beat him and he entertained it, saying stuff like 'that's not a game, that's a destruction."

Viking Corner: This week at South Tahoe High

With ski break coming up in two weeks and winter formal dance on Saturday, some students at South Lake Tahoe High School were busy with senior projects, while the basketball team travels to Dayton.

On Campus
New term means new classes. Seniors that are enrolled in English or independent senior project this term began work this week. Here are some of the senior project proposals:

Tyler Pevenage is focusing on the performance of yoga. “I will be learning about something that, in the future, I can implement and use in my life.”

December gaming revenues up 8% in South Lake Tahoe; Nevada sees "win" topping $1 billion

Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of 1,057,602,710 for the month of December 2019. This amounts to a 5.79 percent decrease compared to December 2018, when licensees reported a gaming win of $999,678,537 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

South Tahoe High Dance Team takes top honors at competition

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High Varsity Dance Team won first place in the dance division at the Northern Nevada Cheer & Dance Classic on Saturday in Reno.

Viking Corner: This week at South Tahoe High

This week at South Tahoe High School, students started their spring-term classes. Winter Formal is next weekend, and basketball travels to Elko for their next league game.

On Campus
After the three-day weekend, students returned to a new schedule of classes for the last term of the 2019-2020 school year.

“I like the new classes starting because it feels like the first day of school again,” said senior Alex Boyko.

“I like my classes so far,” said sophomore Laura Marler. “This term is definitely going to be easier than my last one.”

Viking Corner: This week at South Tahoe High

The students of South Tahoe High School came back from a two-week holiday vacation with motivation to finish the term and start their new year’s resolutions. Final exams are next week, Winter Formal is coming soon, and winter sports are continuing.

On Campus
Finals are next week on Thursday and Friday, which end the first term of the 2019-2020 year. While students bear down on studying, here are some of their resolutions for 2020:

Senior Nathan Carney wants to listen to a new song every day.

5th annual Dance Team For A Day for grades 1-8

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 5th annual Dance Team For A Day will be held on Friday, January 10 starting at 4:00 p.m. It is open for students in grades 1-8.

This fun event gives the younger kids a chance to learn what it's like to be a member of the South Tahoe High Dance Team. Participants will learn a routine and then perform it during halftime of the South Tahoe High varsity basketball game.

The cost is $40 and is a fundraiser for the Dance Team. This price includes a meal and a special performance T-Shirt.

The deadline was January 3 bus space is still available.

November gaming revenues down in state including Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley

Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $937,471,737 for the month of November 2019. This amounts to a 3.07 percent decrease compared to November 2018, when licensees reported a gaming win of $967,117,904 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Viking Corner: This week at South Tahoe High

South Tahoe High School’s students get ready for holiday break. This week, leadership spreads holiday cheer, Climate Crew sets out for a conference, and basketball gets ready for another home game.

On Campus
Leadership created a spirit week leading up to the break. Each day, students dressed up according to theme of ugly sweaters, Hanukkah, ski bum, holiday character, and pajama day. Leadership and Associated Student Body are holding a holiday rally in the Blue Gym tomorrow.

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

It was an eventful week for students and staff at South Tahoe High School. With unfortunate news, fundraisers, and the end to successful “fall sports” seasons. STHS is getting ready for Thanksgiving break.

On Campus

Thursday morning, woodshop teacher, Nathan Crnich was arrested at the STHS campus on sexual misconduct charges. While news was shocking to many, students said they feel safer.

New officer sworn in for South Lake Tahoe Police Department

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 2008 Douglas High School graduate is the newest member of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD).

Ryan Brown was sworn in by SLTPD Chief Brian Uhler in front of family, fellow officers, members of the SLT Fire Department and other staff members on Monday afternoon. He comes from the Alpine County Sheriff's Office where he spent four years as a deputy. Ryan has also been with the Nevada Air National Guard for six years.

Marlin Joseph "Hersh" Herschman ~ 1943 - 2019

Hersh Herschman was never a certified tennis professional, but many of those who he instructed would say otherwise.

Born Marlin Joseph Herschman on Jan. 12, 1943, in St. Ignatius, Montana, he would always be best known as Hersh or The Hersh Man. He died Aug. 7, 2019, at The Chateau at Gardnerville in Nevada of inoperable brain cancer. His wife, Sheryl, and best friend for more than 40 years Greg Painter were with him. He was 76.

After graduating from St. Ignatius High School in Montana in 1961, Hersh joined the U.S. Army for two years. He spent two summers at West Point.

Letter: New recreation center for South Lake Tahoe making progress

The City of South Lake Tahoe voters, with the strong support of various areas of our community, overwhelmingly approved Measure P for Recreation, a two percent Transient Occupancy Tax increase to fund a new Recreation Center in 2016. Outreach meetings, design options and thorough feedback were given to and received by the community prior to the 2016 election with the outcome being a facility that will allow for locals, visitors and tournaments to enjoy and capitalize on the Center including:

Thursday pairings for the American Century Celebrity-Am tournament

The crowds were starting to grow over at Edgewood on Wednesday. More celebrities arrived and the golf range and putting green were filling up as the 91 players in the tournament started to warm up in preparation for the Fri-Sun American Century Championship.

Wednesday was also the Harrah's Celebrity-Am tournament. Next up is Thursday's Celebrity-Am.

Here are the pairings for Thursday, July 11 (At least one celebrity per group along with amateurs):

8:00 a.m. Shotgun start

1A-TONY ROMO - Former NFL Pro Bowl Quarterback: Dallas Cowboys
Jonathan Thomas Michael Merriman

South Lake Tahoe native to sing anthem at S.F. Giants game on Saturday

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Those attending League to Save Lake Tahoe night at the San Francisco Giants game Saturday will have a special treat, even before the first pitch is thrown.

20-year-old Aurora Gooch from South Lake Tahoe will open the game by singing the national anthem.

Many in town already know of the talented Aurora through her starring roles on the South Tahoe High Theatre stage, by hearing her sing at the school's football and basketball games, and years of Miss Marcia Sarosik Dance Studio recitals.

Steph Curry heading to Lake Tahoe to play golf in American Century Championship

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Coming off his fifth straight NBA Finals appearance, basketball superstar Steph Curry is returning to Lake Tahoe for the 30th annual American Century Championship.

The popular celebrity golf tournament will be held July 9-14 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.

Curry, the Golden State Warriors two-time NBA Most Valuable Player is a contender in the tournament. He is considered among the favorites. Harrah’s and Harveys Race and Sportsbook have installed him at 15-1 odds along with San Jose Sharks captain Joe Pavelski and former Sharks star Jeremy Roenick.

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

A big shout out to Ruby Abuhajleh for writing her "Viking Corner" column this year! She will write some stories this summer but this is her last column for the school year. She'll be back in the fall!

As the school year wraps up, students at South Tahoe High School are getting their beachwear ready for summer break.

The school year of 2018-2019 had many highlights for STHS students. Here are some:

Junior Bryce Dunnigan said his highlight of the school year was going to the volleyball and basketball games with his teammates from Tahoe Hockey Academy.

South Tahoe High athletes celebrate community college sports commitments

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Twelve more South Tahoe High seniors celebrated their commitment to playing their respective sports after next week's graduation. Nine will be playing baseball, basketball, soccer, and volleyball at community colleges across the state while another three are playing hockey at the next level.

A group of family and friends gathered at the campus to cheer on the following students (alphabetical with sport, school and focus of education):

Noah Dahlen - Hockey with the Pueblo Bulls of Western States Hockey League

Column: Sports Connection and its Story

In 2007, just as the Angora fire was breaking, Amy Jackson hurriedly attempted to pack her belongings, not knowing what the outcome would be. As she did so, she remembered that she had promised a young 8th-grade boy that if he met her with his birth certificate verifying his age, that she would help cover his fee for AYSO soccer that year. She thought of what to do? I better go, she decided. As she approached their neighborhood in Bijou, she encountered not only the one boy she had promised to meet, but many other boys as well. She was in shock.

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

In School

This week started out great at South Tahoe High School with another snow day on Monday, making it three days for the year so far. With a week-long Presidents’ Day break coming up, here are what some STHS students plan to do:

Anthony LoRe, a junior, who also plays for Tahoe Prep Hockey Academy, is traveling to the Bahamas with his family for some fun on the beach.

Senior Jordyn Yochheim said she’s going to go sledding, work on her senior project, and spend time vacationing in San Diego.

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

South Tahoe Now will now be publishing stories from Ruby Abuhajleh, a student at South Tahoe High. Her column, Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High, will feature stories about students, faculty, and events.

In School
This was a short week with Monday and Tuesday canceled due to snow days, which meant plenty of sleep and skiing for some of the students at South Tahoe High School.

With five feet of snow outside, Lily Perez, a freshmen, spent two nights at her friend’s house, unable to make it home.

Barton Health fills CFO and CMO spots from within

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a national search, Barton Health has announced they hired from within to fill two key spots on their executive team.

Kelly Neiger, CPA, MBA is now the new Chief Financial Officer and Matthew Wonnacott, MD has been selected as the new Chief Medical Officer for the South Lake Tahoe non-profit healthcare system.

South Lake Tahoe woman's cross country run/walk nears completion

The journey started as South Lake Tahoe resident Ari Ramos touched the Atlantic Ocean and left Jacksonville, Florida on January 28, 2016, , and if all goes well it will end this February when she touches the Pacific Ocean at the Santa Monica Pier.

Youth invited to take part in "Dance Team for a Day" at STHS

Event Date: 
January 19, 2019 - 10:00am

It's time once again for local youth to take part in the annual "Dance Team for a Day," a great opportunity to train with the South Tahoe High School Dance Team and perform during halftime at Saturday's basketball team.

All youth in grades 1-8 can participate.

Construction completed at Kahle Community Center

STATELINE, Nev. - A project to replace the roof, siding, interior flooring and add new wall padding at Kahle Community Center is now completed.

Construction was done by Shaheen Beauchamp Builders of Carson City.

The center located off Kingsbury Grade in Stateline is multi-use center with gymnasium, weight room, jogging track and class rooms, as well as a large public park.

Modifications to the roof included removing decorative dormers and all old metal roofing, reframing and adding new metal roofing.

Boys and Girls Club celebrate 25th anniversary with online auction and golf tournament

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One of the most popular golf tournaments on the South Shore is the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe’s (BGCLT) Golf Classic held annually at Edgewood Tahoe. As always, this year's tournament will feature 18 fun-filled holes, and for those who can't attend, an online auction featuring golf outings, vacations and hotel stays, events and gifts.

State schools chief visits California's smallest district - Alpine County

California's State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson is wrapping up his final term by touring some of the state's schools.

In just a few days he went from visiting a school in Los Angeles with an enrollment of 4,000 to touring Alpine County Schools and the Diamond Valley Elementary School campus, in particular, which has 80 students from kindergarten through eighth grade.

“It is a small school in numbers but mighty in its focus and learning,” said Torlakson in Alpine County on Sept. 20.

24th annual Oktoberfest returns to Camp Richardson Resort

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 07 2018 .
October 6, 2018 - 10:00am
October 7, 2018 - 10:00am

A fall tradition in Lake Tahoe, Camp Richardson Historic Resort and Marina’s Oktoberfest returns for its 24th year Oct. 6-7, and it's back with more of everything. More food choices, beverages, and kids’ activities are lined up for the two-day festival that runs 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Entrance and parking for the event are free. All festival tickets for food and beverage booths, pumpkin patch and kids’ inflatable activities must be purchased with cash at the ticket booths.

Tony Romo wins the 29th annual American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe

STATELINE, Nev. - It was a come from behind victory for Tony Romo Sunday, something he was familiar with during his career with the Dallas Cowboys. He was four points back during the final round, jumping ahead of the defending champ, three-time winner Mark Mulder and the leader from the first two rounds, Joe Pavelski.

“It’s a special win,” said Romo, who had finished second three times in seven previous trips to the annual celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. “It feels like you’re playing a tournament back home here. The day felt good for a lot of reasons.”

Why the American Century Championship sets itself apart from other events

The celebrities in South Lake Tahoe this week for the 29th annual American Century Championship (ACC) are here for more than just the golf.

First, there are the friendships they've made over the years at the ACC. They look forward to returning every year to see those friends.

Secondly, there is Lake Tahoe. Those who live in towns around the lake or visit often know why. A beautiful lake, majestic mountains, tall trees and clean, fresh air.

Steph Curry returns to Lake Tahoe for American Century Championship

Steph Curry, fresh off the Golden State Warrior's third championship in four years, is heading to Lake Tahoe to vie for a different title, one at the American Century Championship July 10-15. He had a final round 68 last year that included 28 of his total 60 Stableford points to finish fourth.

Trevor Hoffman joins elite field in Hall of Fame and at American Century Championship

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Trevor Hoffman, the long time relief pitcher for the San Diego Padres and newly elected Hall of Famer, stopped by the South Shore Tuesday to promote the 29th American Century Championship (ACC) at Edgewood Tahoe July 10-15.

"The course is amazing," said Hoffman. "I can't believe its [the tournament] only a month away!"

Hoffman, who has more strike-outs than any other reliever in history (1,133) and a lifetime ERA of 2.87, attended a luncheon at Edgewood Tahoe with members of the media to discuss the upcoming celebrity packed tournament, baseball and golf.

Rudolph "Rudy" Pakes, Sr. June 4, 1926 ~ February 14, 2018

Rudolph M. Pakes Sr, 91, passed away peacefully and with grace in his home on February 14, 2018 his family by his side.

Rudy was born on June 4, 1926 in Belle Valley, Ohio. His parents Andrew Pakes and Susan Krempasky immigrated from what was then Czechoslovakia for the promise of the “American Dream.” They met and married in Belle Valley, where Andrew worked in the coalmines. Rudy had 5 brothers and 3 sisters. He had a wonderful childhood in Ohio, all of his siblings attended K-12 in a one-room schoolhouse.

South Tahoe High Dance Team takes top honors

The South Tahoe High School Viking Dance Team took 1st place at the Northern Nevada Cheer & Dance Invitational on Saturday February 3, 2018. Their high energy jazz dance received a standing ovation.

“It was the best thing I have seen all day,” said an observer from a competing high school.

All 26 members of this elite dance team have a rigorous schedule of early morning practices throughout the season. In addition to their formidable practice schedule, the dancers also dedicate themselves to training in various styles of dance multiple nights throughout the week.

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