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Submitted by admin on Sat, 09/15/2012 - 2:01amFive qualify to run for City Council
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/14/2012 - 5:43pmFive candidates have qualified to run for City Council in the Nov. 6 election.Those who have qualified are Bruce Grego, Clinton Schue, Austin Sass, JoAnn Conner and Hal Cole. Cole and Grego are inc...
Two incumbents face field of challengers in City Council race
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/10/2012 - 11:05pmAnd they're off. Two incumbents — Hal Cole and Bruce Grego — will face three and possibly four challengers in the race for two seats on the South Lake Tahoe City Council in November.
The filing period ended at 5 p.m. Friday. If one of the incumbents had not filed, the filing period would have been extended by five days.
6 potential candidates for South Tahoe council election
Submitted by admin on Sat, 08/04/2012 - 2:01amLTUSD board to choose from 4 candidates to fill vacancy
Submitted by admin on Sun, 07/22/2012 - 2:00amEl Dorado County Sheriff’s Office Revitalizes Reserve Deputy Program
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 06/21/2012 - 8:40amThe El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office has restructured, reorganized and rejuvenated the Reserve Deputy Program. After being in existence for over 20 years, the Reserve Deputy Sheriff program was dwindling. At Sheriff D’Agostini’s direction the program has more than doubled in size and continues to grow.
Campaign urges Congress To OK Internet sales tax collections; Nevada delegation split
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 10:29amCARSON CITY — The National Retail Federation has launched a nationwide 60-day campaign to raise awareness among lawmakers and the public on how what it calls a loophole exempting online sales from sales tax is hurting local communities and job creation.
If Nevada’s five-member Congressional delegation is any indication, the group has its work cut out for it, with three members opposed and two supportive of the idea to allow states to tax online sales.
Tahoe Fund Names Amy R. Berry as first CEO
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/30/2012 - 11:32am
In a milestone for the organization, Amy R. Berry was appointed to the new position of CEO of the Tahoe Fund on Wednesday. The official announcement is a major shift forward for the organization and its mission to raise private and public funding for environmental projects in Lake Tahoe.
Survey Of Nevada Lawmakers, Candidates Shows Continued Support for Transparency
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/23/2012 - 3:34amCARSON CITY — Sixty state lawmakers and legislative candidates who responded to a survey on government transparency largely favor new laws requiring the Legislature to follow the Open Meeting Law and mandating expanded reporting of spending on legislators by lobbyists.
Forest Service seeks Lake Tahoe Federal advisory committee applicants
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/23/2012 - 2:19amApplications for persons to serve on the Lake Tahoe Basin Federal Advisory Committee are being accepted now through July 20 by the U.S. Forest Service. The committee provides a critical role in advising the Secretary of Agriculture and Lake Tahoe's Federal Interagency Partnership on programs and funds to achieve the goals of the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program.
El Dorado County judicial candidates put guns back in holster
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/16/2012 - 11:30amPresidential Race Gets Local Focus As Obama, Romney Supporters Weigh In On Jobs, Deficit
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/15/2012 - 10:35pm
CARSON CITY — While Mitt Romney and Barack Obama were campaigning elsewhere Tuesday, Nevada Democrats and Republicans took up the battle for the presidency on their behalf.
Rep. Joe Heck, R-Nev., held a telephone conference call to talk up Romney’s credentials as a “turnaround specialist” who will get the country back on track. He also criticized Obama for failing to get spending or the national deficit under control as he promised early on in his presidency.
South Lake Tahoe author Jason Mallory talks about his book 'Proxy'
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 04/21/2012 - 6:22pmAuthor and futurist Jason Mallory of South Lake Tahoe talks about his second book "Proxy" with Lake Tahoe Television.
About the book
Marc Johnson named University of Nevada Reno UNR President
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 04/20/2012 - 4:24pm
University of Nevada Reno interim chief Marc Johnson, who took over after the sudden death of administrative leader Milt Click, was selected by the state's Board of Regents as the 16th president of UNR.
“It is a high honor to have been given this opportunity,” said Johnson, who has served as UNR's interim president since April. “I am very gratified by the community and campus support of my candidacy.”
Education Driven
“The University of Nevada, Reno is a quality university with a statewide obligation and presence, and we will continue to communicate with our constituents statewide to better convey what the University represents and how it contributes to Nevada’s future,” Johnson added. “We will continue to grow the University’s national reputation and remain committed to being a University with hands-on learning opportunities that prepares students with the knowledge and skills to be contributing, successful citizens.”
California candidates set to battle in new political landscape
Submitted by admin on Sun, 03/18/2012 - 11:30pmOpinion: Candidates not connecting with the middle class
Submitted by admin on Sun, 03/18/2012 - 2:00amMontBleu General Manager Jef Bauer abruptly resigns
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 03/09/2012 - 6:03pm
MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa in Stateline, Nev., Lake Tahoe announced today that Jef Bauer, General Manager, resigned effective immediately.
Bauer served as general manager since October 2010, according to a news release. A reason for his departure was not given.
Nevada Political Season Gets Under Way Today With Dozens Of Candidates Filing For Office
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/05/2012 - 10:40pm
CARSON CITY – There was a flurry of candidates filing for office and some political maneuvering today as Nevada’s 2012 election season officially got under way.
Over 90 candidates filed for a variety of offices in Clark County.
Another 17 filed with the Secretary of State’s office and others filed in their respective counties around the state.
Republican candidates are in it for themselves
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/03/2012 - 6:00amRepublican presidential contestants are singing the same old song. Four conservative white guys pandering to, playing to, an unrepresentative base of anti-abortion, anti-gay, anti-immigration, anti...
Opinion: Pettiness and mudslinging bring down GOP candidates
Submitted by admin on Sat, 03/03/2012 - 2:00amGOP candidates talk about feds releasing control of Western lands
Submitted by admin on Fri, 02/17/2012 - 6:20pmMaryAnne Brand appointed to South Lake Tahoe interim Finance Director position
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 1:37pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe is pleased to announce the appointment of MaryAnne Brand to serve as Interim Finance Director replacing Christine Vuletich who resigned to accept a position with Douglas County. Ms. Brand’s first day in the position will be February 20, 2012.
SAUNDERS: Newt and Nixon have something in common
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 11:11amLosing candidates usually congratulate the winner - first by telephone and then in front of their supporters. Not Newt Gingrich. When he loses, Gingrich doesn't even bother to pretend to be a good ...
Republican Presidential Candidates Make Their Pitch In Reno As Saturday Caucus Nears
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 02/03/2012 - 11:26am
RENO — From a cheering crowd of several hundred at a brief but energetic Mitt Romney rally to a more subdued event for Rick Santorum hosted by the Republican Jewish Coalition to another well-attended rally for Ron Paul, it was a trifecta of presidential candidates in Reno ahead of the Saturday GOP caucus.
Romney got the balling rolling at the Grove, with an estimated 800 supporters packed inside and standing outside the event center in South Reno. Romney spoke briefly to those standing outside before giving a short but enthusiastic speech to those crowded inside.
State Treasurer’s Office OKs New Nevada Capital Investment Program
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/25/2012 - 6:51pm
CARSON CITY — Treasurer Kate Marshall announced today that a request for proposals for a manager to oversee a new investment program using up to $50 million from the state Permanent School Fund has been issued by the Nevada Capital Investment Corporation (NCIC) Board of Directors.
After quadrennial coffee, Gypsy jazzman tastes life at Moody's Bistro
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/11/2012 - 3:38pmSnow showers and throngs of presidential candidates trailed by press corps covered New Hampshire while a guitarist sheltered in his Portsmouth home practiced his craft.Richard "Shepp" Sheppard s...
In many parts of US, it's a winterless wonderland
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/07/2012 - 6:00amPORTLAND, Maine (AP) - The big snowstorms of autumn are just memories in New England, where people who make their living off winter tourism are losing income and New Hampshire primary candidates...
In many parts of US, it's a winterless wonderland
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/07/2012 - 6:00amPORTLAND, Maine (AP) - The big snowstorms of autumn are just memories in New England, where people who make their living off winter tourism are losing income and New Hampshire primary candidates...
Nevada Campaign Reports Now To Be Filed Electronically For Better Public Access
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/03/2012 - 3:47pmCARSON CITY – Starting with the annual campaign contribution and expense reports due Jan. 17, elected officials and candidates must now file their information electronically with the Secretary of State’s office.
State lawmakers say they have not heard of any major concerns with the new requirements from their colleagues.
Nevada Seeks New State Public Schools Chief To Implement Education Reforms
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/22/2011 - 2:40pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Nevada is looking for a new state public schools chief to push forward with education reforms sought by Gov. Brian Sandoval and approved by lawmakers in the 2011 legislative session.
Keith Rheault, Nevada’s superintendent of public instruction since 2004, is retiring in early April and Sandoval wants to have a new schools chief to take over the Department of Education by then.
Opinion: Candidates need reminder that Nevada is important
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/04/2011 - 6:00pmOpinion: Candidates need reminder that Nevada is important. Posted by admin in Voices on November 1st, 2011 | no responses. Publisher's note: This editorial ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../opinion-ca...
Outdoors with Don Q: Nuts on the pine
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 1:21am
By Don Quilici
This is an annual, late fall article on how to enjoy those tiny, irresistible, tasty gourmet treats known as pine nuts.
For those unfamiliar with them, they are the seeds of the Pinon Pine Tree, which is the official tree of the State of Nevada. The Pinon is a fairly short, bushy looking, rather unattractive, full-of-pitch tree and it is one of the main physical features of our Great Basin area.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Runnels and Rise for utility district board
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/02/2011 - 11:37amI was on the South Tahoe Public Utility District Board of Directors for two years in 2007. The only candidates I met while on the board were Dale Rise and John Runnels. These two candidates have pr...
EDITORIAL: Tribune endorses Measure R, rate-payer focused utility board leadership
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/02/2011 - 11:29amOff-presidential election years can often present a challenge to voters and candidates. For voters, the challenge is caring enough to get to the polls and cast a ballot. For candidates, the challen...
Opinion: Rise and Runnels right for STPUD
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/29/2011 - 10:06amTo the community,. My name is Ernie Claudio and I was on the STPUD board of directors for two years in 2007. The only candidates I met while on the board were Dale Rise and John Runnels. These two can...
Variety of questions put STPUD candidates on the spot
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/21/2011 - 12:56amSTATELINE — The six candidates running for the South Tahoe Public Utility District board had to think on their feet a bit more than is usual at election forums. Instead of each being asked the same qu...
Variety of questions put STPUD candidates on the spot
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/20/2011 - 2:56amSTATELINE — The six candidates running for the South Tahoe Public Utility District board had to think on their feet a bit more than is usual at election forums. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../variety-of...
GOP candidates threaten to skip Nevada caucus
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 10:16amCONCORD, N.H. (AP) - Several Republican presidential hopefuls are trying to push Nevada into pulling back on its mid-January caucus date, siding with New Hampshire in its showdown with other states...
Water meters and salaries are focus of utility district election
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 12:37pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Six candidates will face off for two seats on the South Tahoe Public Utility District Board of Directors Nov. 8.Candidates Claude Gunsch, Mary Kortge, John Runnels and...
Vogelgesang: 'The key word in STPUD is public'
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/28/2011 - 2:21pmPublisher's note: Lake Tahoe News is profiling the six candidates who will be on the Nov. 8 ballot for the South Tahoe Public Utility District board. They are being published in the order they wer...
November election has 12 candidates, one ballot measure
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 9:55am
By Heather Gould
Amid voting for favorite websites, blogs, restaurants, American Idol contestants and more, residents of South Lake Tahoe have the opportunity to vote in an actual public election. Elections for the Lake Tahoe Community College board, the Lake Tahoe Unified School District board, the South Tahoe Public Utility District board and a ballot measure regarding recreation funds will all be decided by voters on Nov. 8.
Friends recall Florence Donovan-Gunderson; witness describes shooting as tragedy hits South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/10/2011 - 7:57am
A gunman who opened fire inside a Carson City restaurant has torn a hole through the South Lake Tahoe community, taking the life of a long-time local woman, maiming her disabled husband, and sending shock waves in the community after learning the gunman has family business ties in town.
The brutal murder that happened inside the International House of Pancakes this week claimed the lives of three U.S. Army National Guard personnel and Lake Tahoe Keys resident Florence Donovan-Gunderson, 67. Shooter Eduardo Sencion, 32, of Carson City turned the automatic weapon he was packing on himself and left both communities stunned and asking questions about why such a senseless act of violence happened.
Congressional debate live tonight at 6 p.m. on public radio and television
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/25/2011 - 3:32pm
Three Reno news organizations are teaming up to provide a debate tonight, two days before early voting begins for the Congressional District 2 Special Election. The debate begins at 6 p.m. and will be aired in a collaborate effort between Reno Public Radio 88.7 FM (KUNR); KNPB-TV Channel 5 (PBS) and the Reno Gazette-Journal.
