folsom lake
Laser measurement of Sierra snowpack from the air being considered in Sacramento
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 9:17pm
At a price tag of $150 million, the California legislature is considering a bill that, if approved, would change the way the Sierra snowpack is measured each year.
For 90 years the snowpack has been measured at several locations including Phillips, just west of Lake Tahoe. Normally performed in front of media, staff from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) snowshoe into a spot where they stick a pole into the snow to measure the depth and water content of the snow.
Four more South Tahoe High athletes heading off to play at college level
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/18/2018 - 9:12pm
Four more athletes from South Tahoe High School have committed to play at the next level in their respective sports.
On Monday, Chris Pfister, a pitcher with the Vikings, announced his plans to head to Butte College to play baseball next year, and Bryin Schouten, a tennis ace at STHS, announced he'll be playing the game at Folsom Lake College.
Last week, Matt Cain committed to play football with Mesa College and Peyton Galli will head to the baseball diamond for Santa Barbara City College.
South Tahoe High sends off 190 students during graduation ceremony
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/08/2018 - 9:11pm
South Tahoe High sent off 190 graduates on Friday during ceremonies at the school's football fields, with many heading to college and others to start their careers.
Business licenses issued by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/05/2017 - 1:35pm
The following 71 businesses took out business licenses with the City of South Lake Tahoe during the month of September:
9/1
WILLIAM ROSE CONTRACTOR
9/2
FESC NORTHERN NEVADA LLC
9/5
DUALITY BODY ART
9/6
GOLD COUNTRY DRIVING SCHOOL
JIMMY SHRULL ROOFING INC
QUICK ACTION FIRE PROTECTION
TONY HOWTING CONSTRUCTION
9/7
H.W. HOLMES INC
SIERRACON INC
XTREME ROOFING CONTRACTORS
9/8
GLYNN CONSTRUCTION
GREEN WINDOW WASHING
LRG BUILDER SERVICES INC
THE PALACIO GROUP
March storms bring Sierra snowpack close to average
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/14/2016 - 11:02am
The storms that hit the Lake Tahoe Basin over the last four days left behind much needed snow, bringing the season totals close to average.
The Sierra snowpack as of Monday, March 14, 2016 is at 92 percent of normal, with the central Sierra measurement at 94 percent.
Ski resorts around the lake are boasting measured snowfall very close to average as well. A couple of more storms are needed to bring most of the resorts to average though Northstar and Mt. Rose resorts are already there.
Scholarship fund created in honor of South Lake Tahoe's Mitch Underhill
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/18/2016 - 12:59pm
It's been almost two-and-a-half years since South Lake Tahoe native Mitch Underhill died unexpectedly at the age of 34. The firefighter/paramedic with Lake Valley Fire Protection District was passionate not only about his family and career, but for the mountains and community he left behind.
In his memory, the Mitch Underhill Mountain Fund has been created at Lake Tahoe Community College.
"He was so loved in the community," said his widow Sarah. "He was an inspiration."
Tornado touched down in El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/25/2015 - 3:22pm
A tornado warning for parts of El Dorado and Amador counties has been lifted, but the National Weather Service reports that a tornado did touch down in El Dorado Hills near Folsom Lake and in Cameron Park.
Eric Kurth, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said the tornado touched down in the Browns Ravine area and damage was reported in the area of Hill View Hidden Acres and Mormon Island drives, south of Green Valley Road, in El Dorado Hills about 3 p.m. and moved eastward also touching down in Cameron Park.
Two More Bodies Retrieved After Folsom Lake Boat Accident
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/18/2014 - 12:17am
5/19/14 Update: The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office has located the last of four missing men that were killed in the Folsom Lake boat accident on May 10.
After a body was found in Folsom Lake Friday morning, two more were located in the lake on Saturday.
Body Found Friday Morning in Folsom Lake
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/16/2014 - 10:12pm
A body was recovered from Folsom Lake on Friday morning and there is a possibility that is one of the four missing boaters from May 10's deadly speedboat accident.
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office and State Park Rangers responded to a call from a citizen who spotted the body at 9:50 a.m.
The male adult was found near the mouth of the American River. Helicopters were called into the area in hopes of finding the other missing boaters presumed dead in the crash of a speed boat who witnesses say was going 100 m.p.h.
Wet Storm Pounds Lake Tahoe; Mostly Rain at Lake Level, Heavy Snow at Summits
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/09/2014 - 11:57pm
A wet storm pounded the west coast over the last four days, dropping 3-5 feet snow over the Sierra and bringing drought ridden Folsom Lake up 6 feet. A strong atmospheric river with a lot of moisture from the subtropics was funneled into the area, creating swollen streams, rivers and minor flooding.
With snow levels fluctuating between 7500-8000 feet Sunday afternoon, South Lake Tahoe saw mostly rain, but the slopes of nearby ski resorts saw feet of snow, instead of the recent storm totals recorded in inches, added to their terrain.
Search Begins in Folsom Lake for 1965 Plane Wreckage
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/18/2014 - 12:00am
Low water levels in Folsom Lake are allowing El Dorado County and Placer County Sheriffs to search for plane that crashed into Folsom Lake on January 1, 1965.
Frank Wilcox, a Shingle Springs man, is hoping the dramatic drop in the level of Folsom Lake will finally reveal the wreckage of the Piper Comanche that went to the bottom following a mid-air collision, killing Wilcox's older brother and three other people. Only one body was recovered. The second plane was able to return to the airport.
Honor a Hero, Hire a Veteran Job and Resource Fair
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/30/2013 - 3:36pmEvent Date:
November 7, 2013 - 10:00am
A job and resource fair for Veterans, National Guard, and Reservists returning from active duty.
Thursday, November 7, 2013
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
McClellan Conference Center
5411 Luce Ave.
McClellan, CA 95652
For more information, please call:
Jason Conley or John Plane, Veteran Representatives
916-227-0301
* Dress for success and bring your resume.
* Meet and interview with employers.
* Find out about job opportunities.
* Obtain benefits, training, and career information.
* Professional career workshops.
* Tips on behavioral interviewing.
"Oh Mr. Sousa!"
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 07/01/2013 - 9:06pm
Event Date:
September 7, 2013 - 8:00pm A one-time performance of the “Oh Mr. Sousa!” 2-hour musical biography is returning to Harris Center for the Arts - Three Stages at Folsom Lake College, Saturday, September 7, 2013 at 8 pm. Tickets will be on sale Monday, July 8 at the Harris Center - Three Stages Box Office 916-608-6888 or go to www.harriscenter.net. It WILL sell out!
Location
Harris Center - Three Stages Folsom Lake College
10 College Parkway
Folsom, CA 95630
United States
See map: Google Maps
Fire above Folsom Lake forces evacuations on West Slope of El Dorado County
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/15/2012 - 3:45pmEvacuations 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.
Wine Tasting and Art Auction feature Thomas Kinkade Prints
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 3:01amThe El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce Education Council will hold its annual Wine Tasting/Art Auction on Friday, May 4, 2012, at 6 p.m. where ten Thomas Kinkade framed prints, along with artwork from other area artists, will be auctioned off to the highest bidder.
David Girard Vineyard will be the site where the Wine Tasting/Art Auction will take place, and the Wine Tasting will feature fine David Girard Vineyard wines.
Fishing Report For March 14-21
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 03/14/2012 - 11:56am
Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and portions of Southern Oregon.
Fishing report through Feb. 21
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 4:10amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon. This report is through Feb. 21.
Fishing report though Jan. 11
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 7:30amHere is the fishing report for the week of Jan. 4-11. The report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, Northern California and Southern Oregon.
Fishing report through Nov. 23
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 12:59amHere is this week's fishing report, through Nov. 23, for Nevada, the Sierra, Northern California and Southern Oregon:
