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Western Nevada College Dean's List announced

Despite the changes in learning platforms brought on by the coronavirus, Western Nevada College is proud to announce that more than a third of its full-time students were still able to make the fall semester dean’s list.

The WNC Fall 2020 Dean’s List includes 408 students, accounting for 34.7 percent of the college’s full-time students.

To earn the distinction of making WNC’s Dean’s List, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.

Honorees include:

Carson City

COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another 13 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, six are in El Dorado Hills, one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, two in the Greater Placerville area, and four in the Lake Tahoe Region.

The new cases: 2 are under the age of 18, 7 aged 18-49, 3 aged 50-64, and 1 aged 65 or older.

Another 343 people were tested for the coronavirus and 330 negative tests results were received.

There have been another six assumed recoveries with 150 assumed active cases.

COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another nine residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, one is in El Dorado Hills, two in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, one in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, three in the Greater Placerville area, one in South County, and one in the Lake Tahoe Region.

The new cases: 1 aged 18-49, 6 aged 50-64, and 2 aged 65 or older.

Another 182 people were tested for the coronavirus and 173 negative tests results were received.

Western Nevada College recognizes 93 students who made summer Dean's List

Western Nevada College is proud to announce that 93 students have qualified for the 2020 Summer Dean’s List. To earn this recognition during the summer session, students attained a grade point average of 3.50 or higher and completed six units of classes or more.

Students achieving the academic honor are:

Carson City

COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health offiicals announced another eight positive cases of COVID-19 today, four in the Lake Tahoe region, three in El Dorado Hills and one in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue. Of those, three are aged 18-49, two are 50-64, two aged 65 or older and one result did not have a birthdate on it.

Another 197 tests were given, 189 negative test results were returned and there are 15 new assumed recoveries.

There is no change in hospitalization and one remains in the ICU and there are no suspected cases in the hospital.

COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say there were six new cases of COVID-19 today, one in the Lake Tahoe region, one in El Dorado Hills, Three in 3 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue and one in North County. Of these, one is aged under 18, two are aged 18-49, two aged 50-64 and one aged 65 or older.

An additional 112 people have been tested, 106 negative test results were received and there have been 11 assumed recoveries. That leaves an assumed 143 active cases in El Dorado County.

COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials have announced an additional 22 cases of COVID-19 since Monday. Sixteen of those cases are in the Lake Tahoe region, three in El Dorado Hills, one each in in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, Greater Placerville and Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue. In the new group of positive cases, four are aged under 18, 13 aged 18-49, three aged 50-64 and two aged 65 and over.

COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials announced another 22 positive cases of COVID-19 in the county since Friday. Eight of those are in El Dorado Hills, seven in the Lake Tahoe region, two in each Pollock Pine/Camin/Kyburz, North County and Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, and one in South County. Of those, four are under the age of 18, nine aged between 18-49, five aged 50-64 and four aged 65 or older.

Letter: Tahoe Youth & Family Services welcomes new Board and Advisory Council members

I am excited to share that Tahoe Youth & Family Services has two new board members: Captain Ron Mitchitarian of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and Jen Tune Regional Manager of Anytime Fitness with facilities in Gardnerville, Fernley, Yerington and Reno. Both bring skills, talents and excitement to our organization along with a passion for our mission and vision. They understand the need and importance of providing mental health and substance abuse services along with education.

Local students among 650 graduates of Western Nevada College

Although Western Nevada College has delayed its commencement ceremony to honor its 2020 graduation class because of COVID-19, the college is proud to announce and congratulate its list of graduates.

Following the spring semester 2020, 650 students have graduated with 692 degrees and certificates. Eighteen of those were given to residents around Lake Tahoe.

152nd Airlift Wing to fly over Lake Tahoe/Northern Nevada hospitals to recognize their COVID-19 battles

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April 28, 2020 - 12:00pm

The Nevada Air Guard High Rollers will be honoring the men and women in healthcare who are battling COVID-19 by doing a flyover of Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada area hospitals with a C-130 on Tuesday, April 28, 2020.

152nd Airlift Wing will start from its base in Reno and pass over Renown South Medical Center at noon, and for an hour pass over the following hospitals.

Carson Tahoe Hospital, Carson City - 12:07 p.m.
Carson Valley Medical Center, Gardnerville - 12:10 p.m.
Barton Memorial Hospital, South Lake Tahoe - 12:14 p.m.

South Lake Tahoe community meets new LTUSD superintendent

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dr. Todd Cutler is officially the new superintendent for Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD). The Board of Trustees unanimously approved his contract and he was introduced to the standing room only crowd that gathered to meet him.

He and his wife Dee Dee were at the meeting to meet the community.

"This is a dream come true," said Dr. Cutler. "I have always wanted to come home. This is such a cool place."

New Lake Tahoe Unified School District superintendent is Whittell High graduate

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dr. Todd Cutler has been announced as the new superintendent for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD). During their closed session meeting Saturday, the Board of Trustees decided to reveal their announcement ahead of the previously announced March 10 date. His contract has now been finalized and he will start work at the end of the school year.

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.

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.

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

Stress levels were high this week for students at South Tahoe High School. Seniors finish college applications due at the end of the month and sports head off to regional championships.

Seniors
College applications have been an ongoing battle for the seniors this year. Counselors have been working with each student to make sure they are on track. Deadlines are coming up and here’s what a few seniors have to say about it:

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

This week at South Tahoe High School, students dressed up for Spirit week and seniors on the volleyball and soccer teams played their last home games.

On Campus

To celebrate Halloween, the STHS Leadership and Yearbook groups created a Spirit week, where students dressed up in different themes, including angels versus devils, 80’s day, E-boy/girl versus VSCO girl, Halloween costumes, and blue-and-gold gear.

Points for dressing up increased this week compared to previous Spirit weeks, which helped drive up participation.

Athletics

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

After a fun homecoming week, students of South Tahoe High School bare down for the upcoming week of midterms and testing. The fall sports season is coming to an end.

On Campus
Midterms are Thursday and Friday next week. Study labs are held after school for support and tutoring in different courses before the tests. Midterms mark the halfway point for the first term of the 2019-2020 year. The stress begins to increase, especially for the seniors.

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

Students of South Tahoe High School got a taste of fall this week, as the weather brought rain and wind. Homecoming Week planning began, students learned about the impact of social media, and sports teams prepared to travel this weekend.

Homecoming
The Homecoming Parade is slated for October 12. Students plan on walking from T.J. Maxx to the high school to celebrate homecoming traditions. Ms. Russel’s leadership classes expect a big crowd and a fun day before the homecoming dance that evening.

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

South Tahoe High School had a slow week, as students began to settle in. On the other hand, the sports teams have a busy weekend.

The cross-country team is competing in a meet at the Nevada Union High School on Saturday.

“I can see great potential in everyone going forward and can’t wait to see what the team will bring to big meets, come the end of season,” said junior Carissa Buchholz, the current 3A Nevada state champion.

Lake Tahoe students among 308 on Dean's List at Western Nevada College

Western Nevada College has named 308 students to the Spring 2019 Dean’s List. For consideration to WNC’s Dean’s List, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.

Honorees include:

Battle Mountain
Sruti Bhakta, Danny Diaz, Drue Domagala, Sarahi Jimenez, Grace Melver, Nestor Miramontes, Kade Quintana, Julia Ramirez

Carson City

Six South Lake Tahoe residents part of record 617 graduating class at WNC

Western Nevada College celebrated a record 617 graduates during its commencement ceremony earlier today at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City. The 2019 graduating class will receive 651 degrees and certificates of achievement.

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford addressed WNC’s graduating class during its commencement ceremony.

The list of graduates:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Jasmin Dawn Carlucci, Korrina Lynn Klimek, Carlos Rojas, Tabitha B. Tripp, Sara Winter

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

Students at South Tahoe High School returned from a week-long Spring Break tanned and ready for the final two months before summer. This week was quiet as students prepared for the Black Light Dance, prom, AP testing, and the baseball team played at Reno Ace’s stadium.

On Campus
The Black Light Dance will be held on April 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Union. Students dress up and paint themselves to match the theme. A surprise student DJ will be featured, so bring your glow sticks, Vikings.

Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High

Yet another snowfall struck South Tahoe High School, as Spring Break is just around the corner. Students prepared for a busy, stressful week with midterms and college prep testing. Juniors visit Lake Tahoe Community College for a career expo, seniors fight through senior projects, and STHS continues to impress in sports.

In Academics
Juniors at STHS today participates in LTCC’s Career Expo, as part of the CCC 10-year program that’s taught by Julie Cain, a teacher at STHS.

Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©

Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders!

A Sunday-Fun Day ahead with Partly Cloudy turning Mostly Cloudy Skies and continued chance of snow showers in the afternoon… Get After it today with plenty of Fresh Snow on top of Machine Groomed Corduroy and Skier-Rider Tracked and Packed Snow… North Lake Tahoe SnowFest concludes today with Family Fun Day and More… Ski & Ride with Care & Be Safe!

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.

Lake Tahoe residents on Western Nevada College Dean's List

Western Nevada College has released the names of their Fall 2018 Dean's List, one of its largest dean’s lists in years. On the list are 373 students, accounting for 31.1 percent of the college’s full-time students.

Also on the list are residents of South Lake Tahoe, Marla Bay, Zephyr Cove and Stateline. To earn the distinction of making WNC’s Dean’s List, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.

Honorees include:

Battle Mountain

Lucky Beaver donates to Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows

Today, Lucky Beaver Bar & Burger presented the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows with a $5,000 donation to support before and after-school programming at the organization’s 22 sites throughout the Truckee Meadows, which serves Reno, Sparks and Fernley areas.

Truckee police arrest pair for alleged rental fraud at Lake Tahoe homes

The Truckee Police Department was notified by the Washoe County Sheriff's Office on March 7, 2018 about a possible fraud that may have taken place in both communities.

A vacation home in Incline Village had been rented for a number of days by a couple using a fraudulent credit card issued by a foreign country. When the rental company returned to the home on Friday afternoon, they discovered major damage to the residence as well as the theft of thousands of dollars worth of electronics and other valuables. The homeowners had reported an approximate loss of $75,000 in theft and damages.

WNC announces Dean's List for Fall 2017

Western Nevada College has named 322 students to the Fall 2017 Dean’s List. To earn this distinction, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.

Honorees from Nevada include:

Battle Mountain
Sruti Bhakta, Liliana Chavez, Danny Diaz, Drue Domagala, Audrey Farr, Grace Melver, Kade Quintana, Julia Ramirez

Carson City

Over 5,000 firefighters battling 24 fires across California and Nevada

Several fires in California and Nevada are burning on Sunday with thousands of firefighting personnel fighting the blazes. The list below is of current fires in both states, updated with information available at 11:00 a.m. on July 9.

California Fires

Alamo Fire - 23,867 acres, 10 percent contained, San Luis Obispo County

Schaeffer Fire - 14,342 acres, 11 percent contained, 798 personnel, 17 miles north of Kernville, CA

Whittier Fire - 7,800 acres, 5 percent contained, 400 personnel with more on the way, Lake Cachuma, Santa Barbara County

Western Nevada College announces Dean's List honorees

Western Nevada College has named 267 students to the Spring 2017 Dean’s List.
Those chosen to WNC’s Dean’s List must complete at least 12 academic units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.

Honorees include:

Carson City

Nevada public health agencies urge residents to get vaccinated for Pertussis

Due to the recent increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in Carson City, Douglas and Lyon Counties, the health departments in those communities are reminding members of the community to get vaccinated.

Prep round-up for the South Shore: Whittell and South Tahoe Highs

The South Tahoe High boy's tennis team continues to dominate Northern Nevada action on the courts and are now preparing to take their 12-0 record to the Nevada state tournament which begins in two weeks. In the meantime, players head to the regional playoffs.

South Tahoe High's varsity football team is now in a three-way tie for second place in Northern Nevada 3A with their 6-1 record. They blanked Dayton during Friday's homecoming game at South Tahoe, 57-0.

Whittell and South Tahoe softball and baseball post season update

South Tahoe's girls softball team started off their Northern Nevada NIAA Division 1-A playoff season right, with a Thursday morning win over Elko, 8-1, but things didn't go the Viking's way after that. In Thursday afternoon's game against #1 seed Churchill County, the SLT girls lost a nail-biter, 1-0. During Friday's third round, South Tahoe High was matched up against Spring Creek, the host of the tournament. The home field advantage led them to a 8-6 win over STHS.

South Tahoe and Whittell High softball and baseball teams headed to playoffs

Seasons are wrapping up for local high school baseball and softball teams, and that means playoffs. Both boys and girls baseball and softball teams from South Tahoe High and Whittell High are headed into Northern playoffs

The South Tahoe baseball team is traveling to the other side of the state for their first round match up against the #3 seed team from Elko. Their May 13 game at Spring Creek High School against Elko starts at 10:30 a.m. The winner of that game meets Fernley at 3:30 p.m. with the championship game on Saturday at 1:00 p.m.

Fernley man arrested for string of burglaries; WCSO offers home safety tips

Washoe County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a burglary suspect in Caughlin Ranch early this morning after the suspect attempted to elude deputies who were investigating a series of home and vehicle burglaries.

At approximately 1:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 28, 2015, deputies responded to the area of Longknife Road and Caughlin Parkway on a report of a vehicle burglary that had just occurred. Deputies canvassed the area and identified two burglarized vehicles. Deputies also discovered that the suspect had used garage door openers to enter and burglarize the residences.

Teen killed in Fernley head on collision

A 19-year old Silver Springs teen was killed Sunday after the car she was driving was hit by another near Fernley High School.

At approximately 12:05 p.m., Nevada Highway Patrol Troopers were called to the scene of a two vehicle head-on collision that occurred on US50 Alternate near Lyon County mile marker 11.

South Tahoe Viking wrestlers earn trip to state championships

The South Tahoe Viking wrestling team made their trip to the 2015 NIAA Division 1A Northern League Wrestling Championships count on saturday, with five wrestlers qualifying for State next weekend.

Wrestling at 126 pounds, Junior Michael Valney beat Fernley's Dillon Maguin to bring home third place.

At the next weight class, 132 pounds, Senior James Sorenson also had a third place finish with his win over Lowry's Quint Bell.

South Tahoe Vikings split games on road trip

The South Tahoe Vikings varsity boys basketball team scored 44 points in each of their two road trip games this weekend, but the games had differing results.

On Friday, STHS lost to Northern Nevada 1A league leading Elko 65-44. Junior Denzel Perez led all Viking scorers with seven points, followed by Seniors Stone Merkley and Matt Herring with six each.

South Tahoe High Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball teams lose on the road

Churchill County turned out to be a tough host on Saturday, with both the boys and girls varsity basketball teams from South Tahoe High losing their games. The boys lost 68-47 and the girl's team lost 33-22.

The Viking boys ran against a tough defense during their conference game but sophomore Harry Chakmakis-Moses was still able to score 13. His scoring output was followed by junior Denzel Perez's ten points and senior Kirby David's nine.

Babe Ruth 2015 Registration

It is now time to sign up to play in the 2015 Babe Ruth season in South Lake Tahoe.

The next sign updates will be on January 21 and 28 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Kahle Community Center, February 5 and 25 at the South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and then again at the Ice Arena at the same time on March 5.

Tryouts will then be held on Sunday March 22 and 29 at 10 a.m.

The Babe Ruth League is expecting a six team with with 12 players on each team. Joining the players on each roster will be a Manager, Coach and Assistant Coach (a Varsity Player).

South Tahoe High Vikings get fourth straight win against Fernley

South Tahoe High's varsity boys basketball team has been racking up the wins over the last eight days, coming away with victories in the last four games.

Coach Joby Cefaul's Vikings beat Fernley on Saturday, January 10 by a score of 80-68. They started their winning streak on Saturday, January 3 when they beat Spring Creek 65-38, followed by Tuesday's win over Dayton (63-48) and Thursday's 68-58 win over Union Mine of Placerville.

Prep roundup for Whittell and South Tahoe High Schools

The Whittell Warriors Varsity football team improved their record to 8-0 after a double overtime win over Mineral County on Friday night. The Warriors fell behind in the first quarter 22-8 and went into the locker room at half time trailing 44-22. At the end of regulation play the score was tied at 44 after Whittell came back with two touchdown passes by Colin Buchholtz late in the game. Max Primo's 6 yard rushing TD in overtime was followed by a pass by Buccholtz to Armando Rodgriquez for a touchdown put Whittell on the win column with a final score of 56-50.

South Tahoe High football team gets first win during homecoming celebrations

A pep rally and a parade through South Lake Tahoe started off the South Tahoe High homecoming festivities on Friday afternoon which culminated in a convincing win on the gridiron for the varsity Viking football team.

Looking for their first win during the 2014 football season, South Tahoe took their 0-6 record to the field against the team from Dayton. They scored 28 unanswered points after Dayton started off the game with a safety.

Division iA Standings

School Name League W-L Pct. PF PA overall W-L
Churchill County 6-0 1.000 269 65 6-1

South Tahoe loses at Spring Creek, Whittel beats Excel Christian

The Whittell Warriors have started their 2014 season much like they ended 2013, winning. The Varsity football team beat Excel Christian on Saturday by a score of 38-14, bringing their record to 2-0.

Senior Jake Sharp scored two touchdowns and carried the ball 14 times for a gain of 63 yards. Freshman Corey Huber scored once, ran for 109 yards on 13 carries. Huber also ran in an extra point and was on the receiving end of another.

South Tahoe High football team's 2014 schedule

The South Tahoe High Viking's varsity football team opens their 2014 season on Friday, August 29.

Here is the schedule. All games start at 7 p.m. and home games are all played at the South Tahoe field located at 1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

Friday, Aug 29, 2014
Home against El Dorado High School

Friday, Sep 5, 2014
Away vs. Spring Creek

Friday, Sep 12, 2014
Home against Fernley

Friday, Sep 19, 2014
Home against Churchill County

Friday, Sep 26, 2014
Away vs. Lowry

Friday, Oct 3, 2014
Away vs. Wooster

Friday, Oct 10, 2014
Home against Dayton

Congressional Candidate Kristen Spees Announces I-80 District Tour

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Repeats every day until Thu Aug 21 2014 .
August 17, 2014 (All day)
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Today Kristen Spees announced the start of her congressional campaign’s I-80 District Tour throughout Northern Nevada.

Spees’ I-80 District Tour starting August 17th will be making stops throughout Northern Nevada, including: Lamoille, Elko, Duck Valley, Winnemucca, Lovelock, Battle Mountain, and Fernley.

To represent the citizens of the second district and understand all Nevadans concerns Kristen stated:

South Tahoe High Hoops Report

In front of family and friends, the South Tahoe High seniors took to the court for their final regular season home game on Saturday against Fernley High. It what is referred to as the "Senior Game," a special ceremony honored the senior class members of the boys and girls basketball teams, cheerleaders and dance team members.

It was a close game for all 4 quarters of the boys' varsity game, with Fernley holding onto a 65-58 win over South Tahoe.

The Varsity Girls' team, led by 13 points scored by Kayla Griffis, beat Fernley by a score of 55-37.

Restrictions Put on South Tahoe High Basketball Game Saturday

Due to an incident which happened at Tuesday night's South Tahoe High School basketball game, school officials have put restrictions on Saturday's game against Fernley.

Emails and phone calls went out to the parents of all STHS students, stating that "a large number of students violated the expected behaviors of positive team support, being welcoming hosts, and upholding the Viking Goals."

Because of this, school administration will only allow students to attend "and remain seated with their parents" at the game.

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