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Annika Sorenstam Warms up at Edgewood Wednesday; Celebrities on Their Way To Tahoe

"The course is in great shape and it's a beautiful day in Lake Tahoe," Annika Sorenstam said as she took time out from her round of golf at Edgewood Tahoe Wednesday to speak to the media. She is preparing for next week's 25th American Century Championship where she'll compete against other professional athletes and entertainers.

Sorenstam, who has a 2nd home in Lake Tahoe and spends three to four months a year there, said she's been a spectator on hole 17th during the past celebrity tournaments and is looking forward to being a competitor this year.

Celebrities Preparing for Their Big South Lake Tahoe Golf Tournament

A list of 90 golfers from the worlds of sports and entertainment head to South Lake Tahoe in just a few weeks for the 25th Annual American Century Golf Championship. Three of those heading to town spoke with reporters Tuesday, sharing their thoughts about golfing at Edgewood: Mike Eruzione, Vinny Del Negro and Gino Auriemma.

Barton Health Holds Tiki Tee Off and Lei Up Luau Golf

Event Date: 
June 26, 2014 - 1:30pm

Enjoy on-hole libations, a cart decorating and Spirit of Aloha contest, raffle prizes, and of course, golf! Then relax after at the luau to Hawaiian tunes. This summer fundraiser benefits the Foundation’s Community Health Endowment, which allows us to continually provide funding for our local hospital and community health needs.

The shot-gun tee off is at 1:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Golf Course, followed by a luau at 5 p.m.

For tickets and more information, call 530-543-5614.

Raley's Offers Discounted Tickets to 25th American Century Golf Championships

Raley's grocery stores in South Lake Tahoe are offering discounted tickets to the 25th American Century Championship which takes place July 15-20. These tickets are also available at all Raley's, Nob Hill and Bel Air locations throughout Northern California and Nevada.

Tickets are discounted when purchased from Raley's, Bel Air or Nob Hill Foods. Tickets are $12 for access Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and $18 for Friday, Saturday and Sunday tournament action.

June Activities in South Lake Tahoe

June 04-08 Bret Ernst / Gilbert Lawand @ Improv @ Harvey's
June 05-07 Dyer Maker @ Cabo Wabo
June 05 Kelly Anne Miller @ Cottonwood Bar and Grill
The Steve Labella group @ Moody's Bistro
Stan Charles / Ryan Davis (Scarecrow Project) @ The Passtime Club
June 06 Merry Gold / Connor Party @ Heavenly Village
The Prophets of Addiction, Judas Thieves @ Whisky Dick's
The Deckheads @ Bar of America
Bonfire: a tribute to AC/DC / Coop da Loop, Zach Rawlinson @ Crystal Bay Club
June 07-08 Valhalla Renaissance Faire
June 07 Neil Sedaka @ Harrah's

June in South Lake Tahoe: Sarah McLaughlin,Three Dog Night, Joan Osborne, Neil Sedaka

Lots to do in South Lake Tahoe during the month of June!

June 01 America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride @ Montbleu
Wagon train parade
Family Bike Day @ Truckee Regional Park
Rock River Band @ The Beacon
Dimitri Mathemey group @ Moody's Bistro
Mike Kise Memorial charity fishing derby @ Jakes on the Lake
June 02 Rise Up @ Rojo's
June 03 LunarBurn fundraiser w/ GmD, Highbreed, Monophorix @ Whisky Dick's

LPGA Great Annika Sorenstam Will Play in South Lake Tahoe's Celebrity Golf Tournament

The competitive landscape of the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe will dramatically alter in 2014 with the addition of LPGA great Annika Sorenstam.

The legendary golf superstar, winner of 89 international tournaments and over $22 million, is among the most successful players in history. A part-time resident of Lake Tahoe and mother of two, Sorenstam will play on even terms with pro athletes in the nationally televised, 54-hole, $600,000 competition at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.

Adopt-A-Beach Program in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
May 28, 2014 - 5:00pm

“Caring is Cool - Lake Tahoe’s clarity starts with you, and there are a number of ways to help!”

That is the 2014 Beach Clean Up theme developed through joint efforts of the City of South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority, Douglas County and the U.S. Forest Service Basin Management Unit.

Local agencies are partnering to launch an “Adopt-a-Beach-Tahoe” program that will coordinate regular beach clean up dates around Lake Tahoe from June 15 to September 15.

Kudos: Boy's & Girl's Club of Lake Tahoe Spirit of Spring

The Annual Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Spirit of Spring Fundraiser was held on Tuesday, May 13 at Edgewood Tahoe from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
All proceeds from this evening of food and wine will benefit the local kids -- helping them be great!

Guests were treated to name vintages, cordials and beer for the evening courtesy of Southern Wine and Spirits and appetizers buffet courtesy of Edgewood Tahoe.

Military Set to Receive Free Tickets to American Century Celebrity Golf

All active duty, reservists, National Guard and veterans will receive complimentary tickets to the 25th Annual American Celebrity Golf Championship in South Lake Tahoe July 15-20.

The free tickets are being offered in appreciation of their service to the country.

Discounted Lake Tahoe Celebrity Golf Season Tickets Available for $50

The 25th Annual American Century Golf Championship which is played at South Lake Tahoe's Edgewood Tahoe is just 3 months away! This year's event takes place July 15 through July 20.

Discounted season pass tickets are now available for $50 which makes the daily ticket price just $8.33. The Lake Tahoe tournament is the No. 1 celebrity golf event in the country.

The American Century Championship is offering the specially priced Season Pass through May 31; beginning June 1 it’s $60.

Iraq War Veteran Chad Pfeifer Selected to Golf in South Lake Tahoe Celebrity Golf Event

For the past 25 years, the South Lake Tahoe's signature sporting event has been the American Century Championship. This year's event will feature a hero among the slate of celebrities from the sports and entertainment fields. Retired United States Army Corporal Chad Pfeifer, an Iraqi War Veteran and amputee whose golf-centered rehabilitation has turned him into a top-tier tournament player, will play in the July tournament.

South Lake Tahoe Area Plan Amended to Accommodate Edgewood Change

As Edgewood Properties moves forward with their plans to reconfigure holes on their golf course to accommodate for a new lake front lodge, they asked the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council today for a change in the area's general plan. The original Edgewood Tahoe plans were to have 100% of the golf course in the state of Nevada, but have now altered those plans to have some of the course venture into California on Edgewood owned land.

South Lake Tahoe Business EXPO on Friday

A record-breaking 100 businesses will participate in the 2014 Business EXPO –“Tahoe South in ACTION” this Friday, March 28. The event begins at 4:30pm and continues until 8:30pm in Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Convention Center. It will highlight South Shore businesses’ goods and services to an anticipated crowd of 1,200 attendees.

The following vendors will exhibit:

A Hand at Home
Acker RV Rentals
Alpine Smith Snow Removal and Driveway Sealing
American Legion Post 795
Bank of the West
Barton Memorial Hospital
Beach Hut Deli
Beach Retreat and Lodge Tahoe

Something Blue Tahoe Wedding Expo

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Planning a destination wedding in Lake Tahoe? This video of the wedding expo at the Montbleu has everything you need to plan your wedding in Lake Tahoe from where to get the dress and tuxedo, to lakeside wedding venues, to an old-fashioned carriage ride for your grand entrance.

Lake Tahoe Golf Course Opens For Season; Earliest Date in History

Golfers in South Lake Tahoe were out on the driving range at Lake Tahoe Golf Course this weekend, preparing for another season of golf. The driving range opened on Friday and the course will open on Friday, March 21.

Pictured here are, left to right, Chris Makowski, Sean Mitchell and Dave Zebo. Only in South Lake Tahoe can one enjoy winter, spring and summer sports on the same day. Makowski skied on Saturday morning and Mitchell went mountain biking prior to heading out to the driving range.

South Lake Tahoe Man Admits Fraudulent Golf Course Scheme

RENO, Nev. (AP) — A Lake Tahoe-area man accused of bilking 11 investors out of $3.6 million in a fraudulent scheme to buy a Douglas County golf course has pleaded guilty to 24 federal charges, including wire fraud and money laundering.

U.S. Attorney Dan Bogden says 55-year-old Scott Summerhays of South Lake Tahoe, pleaded guilty Wednesday in federal court in Reno.

From 2008-10, prosecutors say Summerhays told potential investors he was purchasing Genoa Lakes Golf Club near Gardnerville for $17 million.

Opinion: Alone We Can Do So Little; Together We Can Do So Much

Helen Keller wrote those words many years ago yet they continue to be very relevant today. As I look forward to 2014 I also like to reflect on another one of my favorite quotes, this one from Ghandi, "you must be the change you wish to see in the world."

As a community that is in the midst of change, we can be reminded of these quotes as we move forward and live in a town we're both proud of, and a vibrant part of.

The South Lake Tahoe Winter of 51/52 and Other Great Stories

Dubbed the "All Star Panel," a group of long time local residents shared stories of a South Lake Tahoe most of us never experienced. The seven panelists have lived in Lake Tahoe a combined 600 plus years and shared some great stories with the overflowing crowd at Camp Richardson Lodge on Tuesday evening. In fact, the number of long time locals in the audience was very evident since their combined years of living in Lake Tahoe was over 1880!

Dave Wakeman, South Lake Tahoe resident since 1947

Revitalized Chateau Project Bringing in Change to the South Lake Tahoe Tourist Core

There has finally been a lot of construction action at the site of The Chateau Project in South Lake Tahoe over the last couple of months. Many locals have called this area "The Hole" since construction stalled in 2008 but they are now seeing life being put into one of the cornerstones of the South Lake Tahoe Tourist Core.

Every Dog Has It's Day and in Tahoe it's Sunday!

Event Date: 
September 22, 2013 - 1:00pm

It may not look like it today, but by Sunday the Bijou Dog Park Agility Course will have its grand opening. The official ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 1 pm on Sunday at Bijou Community Park.

The South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) has worked for over a year to move this course from a dream into a reality.

Signup begins for 20th Boys and Girls Club golf tourney at Edgewood Tahoe

From tee to green set against a stunning fall backdrop of the Sierra Nevada, player and sponsorship spots are now open for the 20th Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Golf Tournament set for Columbus Day, Oct. 14 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.

Long considered one of the area’s top golf fundraisers, the event annually raises more than $40,000 to support the work of the Club, which assists more than 800 local kids throughout the year.

Labor Day Lake Tahoe fireworks show is best in the West

Event Date: 
September 1, 2013 - 8:30pm

After you've taken in the very best food and wine at the fourth annual Sample the Sierra, South Lake Tahoe’s only farm-to-fork festival,
you'll want to head on down to the beach for some great eye-candy dessert.

South Lake Tahoe and canine association team up to install agility equipment at Bijou Dog Park

The City of South Lake Tahoe and the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association are working in partnership to prepare and install the agility equipment at the Bijou Park.

After careful consideration and discussions with all of the City Departments involved in this project it has been decided that the dog agility park will be located across from the dog park instead of inside the current dog park. We believe this is a better option and will be easier to maintain.

Barton Foundation golf tournament raises more than $14,000 for Community Health Endowment

Barton Foundation's 19th annual Golf Tournament and fundraiser held on Thursday, June 20 at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course raised more than $14,000 for Barton’s Community Health Endowment fund. The Hawaiian themed, “Tiki Tee Off and Lei Up Luau Golf Tournament hosted a field of 108 golfers and 160 luau attendees – complete with a roasted pig, raffle prizes and a performance by the Ukuleles of Tahoe.

NFL's DeSean Jackson's 'Making of A Father's Dream' On Road to Lake Tahoe Celebrity Golf Tourney

Event Date: 
July 17, 2013 - 5:00pm

"No. 10 DeSean Jackson: The Making of a Father’s Dream,” the documentary by Jackson’s brother Byron Jackson and Hollywood Director Kern Konwiser will screen Wednesday, July 17 at the Horizon Casino and Resort, during the 24th American Century Celebrity Championship Tournament in Stateline, Lake Tahoe, Nev.

The multicultural film with universal themes presented by Wright Enterprises and LaHitz Media as an encore of the San Francisco Black Film Festival benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe and the academic arm of SportsRhythms.

Location

Horizon Casino & Resort
50 U.S. Highway 50, Stateline, Nevada 89449
United States

Douglas County Sheriff's Office seeks info on vandalism at Glenbrook Golf Course

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating the person(s) responsible for the destruction of greens and fairways to the Glenbrook Golf Course on the east shore of Lake Tahoe on June 16.

According to Sgt. Pat Brooks, at around 1 a.m. someone entered onto greens, fairways and tee boxes with a motor vehicle at the Glenbrook Golf Course. The driver of the vehicle raced around the course and caused substantial damage.

Barton Foundation’s 'Tiki Tee Off' and 'Lei Up' Luau

Event Date: 
June 20, 2013 - 1:30pm

Barton Foundation is bringing Hawaii to Lake Tahoe on Thursday, June 20 for a great cause – Barton Foundation’s Community Health Endowment. The Endowment which supports the future health of the Lake Tahoe region and beyond through equipment purchases, renovations and expansions for Barton Health.

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals mixer tonight at Naked Fish

Event Date: 
May 15, 2013 - 6:30pm

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals will host its May mixer at Naked Fish's recently remodeled Lounge, tonight, May 15, from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Festivities will consist of a free sake beverage, discounts on the entire menu, networking and several raffle prizes including a $50 Naked Fish gift card.

Sports stars tee it up at Lake Tahoe with American Century Championship golf tournament

Event Date: 
July 21, 2013 (All day)

A powerhouse lineup of sports legends including Charles Barkley, Olympic Gold Medalist Swimmer Michael Phelps, John Elway, Shane Battier of the 2013 NBA Championship Winners Miami Heat, boxer Oscar de la Hoya and Olympic skier Bodie Miller will join celebrities like Ray Romano Larry the Cable Guy, Bill Engvall and Kevin Nealon for the 24th annual American Century Championship at Tahoe South July 16-21, 2013.

Edgewood Tahoe opens season May 9 with $1.6 million in upgrades

More than $1.6 million in course improvements highlight the 45th season of Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, set to open at Stateline, Lake Tahoe May 9.

A 10-year environmental plan meant to reduce impact and save water has been put in place with upgrades to the irrigation system as well as drought and stress tolerant grass. Other improvements include GPS devices on carts that feature yardage and video tips from pros.

Here is a press release from Edgewood Tahoe that outlines important dates and rates for the 2013 season.

As NBA player Jason Collins comes out, former NFL coach, Raider kicker lend support

A day after NBA basketball player Jason Collins came out as gay to Sports Illustrated, a former NFL coach and an Oakland Raider record-setting placekicker believe the NFL is ready to accept a gay football player.

"I don't think the NFL is going to have a problem," said Herm Edwards, former Kansas City Chiefs head coach, now an NFL analyst for ESPN. "Is there going to be a vote of confidence in the locker room? For some of the younger and immature players, but the veteran players — they get it."

Bijou Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe has earliest opening day in history

The City of South Lake Tahoe opened the Bijou Golf Course for the season Monday, marking the earliest opening day in its history.

“We’ve never had the opportunity to open this early due to seasonal weather, so we are very excited to have these Spring conditions early in the year so that the golfers can start early,” said Parks Supervisor Greg Ross.

The golf course will remain open subject to weather closures for the rest of the season. Current residential rates are $15 for 9 holes and $12 for 9 holes at twilight.

Golf course recognized for environmental excellence

Lake Tahoe Golf Course has retained its designation as a certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary and is being recognized for environmental stewardship.Golf Course superintendent Bobby Jaeger led th...

Shaun White to become member of Tahoe Mountain Club

Tahoe Mountain Club is excited to announce two-time Olympic gold medalist, snowboard and skateboard sensation Shaun White as the newest member of Tahoe Mountain Club.

As one of the most prominent figures in snowboarding and skateboarding, Shaun White has called Northstar California his home resort since 2011. After the first season of training at Northstar, White initiated a conversation with Tahoe Mountain Club as a means for expanding his involvement with the resort and the region.

State Parks revises golf course plan

Only five holes of Lake Tahoe Golf Course would move across the Upper Truckee River under a new proposal for a California State Parks restoration project.The agency has released a revised map fo...

Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for helping with fundraiser

Thanks to the Lake Tahoe Golf Course for hosting the recent Annual Lake Tahoe Wedding & Honeymoon Association Holiday Mixer and Raffle, which raised $156 for Live Violence Free, formerly the South ...

Edgewood donates to local nonprofits

Edgewood Companies, owner of Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course & Restaurant, has donated a total of $22,000 to local nonprofits.The donations were part of the company's 2012 holiday giving campaign, which...

Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for helping out during search and rescue

On behalf of El Dorado County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff John D'Agostini, I would like to personally thank the Lake Tahoe Golf Course for donating its facilities on Oct. 25. On Oct. 23, we initia...

Kudos & Kindness: Rotary Club of Tahoe Douglas receives donation from Lake Tahoe Golf Course

Fees collected during the community day held Oct. 22 at Lake Tahoe Golf Course were recently dispersed to local nonprofits.As part of the dispersement, the Rotary Club of Tahoe Douglas was recen...

Rotary Club of Tahoe Douglas Receives Donation from Lake Tahoe Golf Course

The staff and golfing guests at Lake Tahoe Golf Course joined together on a community day at the golf course where all course fees collected went to support local non-profits. The Rotary Club of Tahoe Douglas was recently presented a check for $620 as a result of those donations.

Mazz Golf tenders offer for Genoa Lakes golf courses

After running several of the top golf courses in the Truckee Meadows, longtime golf course executive Mike Mazzaferri is about to embark upon his first foray into course ownership.Mazzaferri, head o...

Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe's 'An Evening of Food and Wine Tasting'

Event Date: 
November 2, 2012 - 6:00pm

The Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe features the 43rd annual “An Evening of Food & Wine Tasting” on Friday, Nov. 2 at Harrah's Tahoe Convention Center. Enjoy incredible wine from Northern California’s top wineries and sample a wide variety of delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts from the South Shore’s finest restaurants.

Genoa Lakes Golf Course changing hands

Tahoe City visionaries talking about overhauling the town

TAHOE CITY – A hotel where Safeway is as well as one along the golf course. Residences above street level businesses. Side streets with commercial offerings instead of just along the highway. Expanded recreation. Improved public transit. Those are some of the visions a group of business owners and others have for Tahoe City.

Genoa Lakes sale in escrow, deal should be wrapped up in October

Sale of the 564-acre Genoa Lakes Golf Resort to Mazz Golf Management Co. is currently in escrow with closing expected in mid-October, the principals of the deal announced in a news release.

Edgewood Lake Tahoe resort project approved by TRPA board

Lake Tahoe planning leaders gave their approval Thursday to a paradigm changing project at the South Shore, which would allow for a high-end resort complex at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, the site of the American Century Championship.
The governing board of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency unanimously approved the Edgewood Tahoe Lodge and Golf Course realignment project that will make way for the 154-room lodge. Construction could begin in 2014, according to the Tahoe Daily Tribune.

Edgewood EIS approved by TRPA governing board

A four-year process came to a close on Thursday when the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's governing board approved Edgewood Companies' Edgewood Tahoe Lodge and Golf Course realignment project. The ...

Edgewood Lodge Project's final EIS to go before TRPA governing board

Edgewood Companies' Edgewood Tahoe Lodge and Golf Course realignment project will reach one of possibly many finish lines on Thursday when its final environmental impact statement goes before the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's governing board.

Letter to the editor: Dogs create problem at disc golf course

What is the City Council going to do about the dog problem that has existed at Bijou Community Park for the past few years? Since the inclusion of the dog park, the "No dogs allowed" signs were rem...

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