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Annual Wagon Train skips South Lake Tahoe this year
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/03/2017 - 2:54pm
For 67 years the annual re-creation of the historic wagon train rides across the Sierra Nevada has gone through South Lake Tahoe as they made their way to Placerville, but this year they are skipping the City.
Kudos: Bread and Broth thanks Knights of Columbus
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/02/2017 - 8:48pm
Being a member of the Knights of Columbus means that you are there to help those in need. On Monday, May 15th, members of St. Theresa Church’s Knights of Columbus were doing just that as they volunteered their time to serve at B&B’s Monday Meal. They were a helpful and jovial group that welcomed and fed the hungry diners that came to Grace Hall for a full course, nutritious meal.
Tahoe Activist Artists release call to action video
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/31/2017 - 3:05pmEvent Date:
September 9, 2017 (All day)
The Tahoe Activist Artists have released “Art & Science in an Age of Unreason,” a video collaboration between award-winning oil painter Shelley Zentner and Anthony Capaiuolo of First Tracks Productions. The video is available online at Facebook, Vimeo and YouTube and is shown in this story.
Tips for family and friends when a loved one is diagnosed with a mental health condition
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/30/2017 - 5:11pm
As an active leader in the South Lake Tahoe chapter of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, I work closely with family members who have loved ones with mental health issues. For many, one of the hardest times was learning about their child, partner, or friend’s diagnosis and not knowing what do next. Some were shamed for not addressing their loved one’s needs sooner and others were told they were too protective or doing too much.
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care membership drive and open house
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/29/2017 - 4:19pm
It isn't cheap to care for hundreds of wild birds and animals each year so Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care is holding their annual membership drive. Funds raised go to medicine, housing, equipment and food for the injured and orphaned wildlife.
Memberships start at $35 and go up to $10,000, or more. Memberships account for 20 percent of the agency's budget. Click here for membership information.
Rescue and law enforcement crews keeping busy over holiday weekend
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/28/2017 - 7:05pm
10:30 p.m. Sunday: Updated story below:
It has been a busy holiday weekend for the South Lake Tahoe fire and police departments.
STHS photographers tops in state-wide contests
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/25/2017 - 10:53pm
South Tahoe High School students were honored for their award winning photography during Tuesday's Lake Tahoe Unified School District board meeting.
Guadalupe Ruiz and Tristan Klasko received recognition for their first-place award winning photographs submitted to the California Streaming Photo Contest sponsored by the California County Offices of Education. They each won a camera, tripod and other gifts. Their award winning photos will be used on a calendar distributed to teachers across the state.
New STHS principal introduced as Chad Houck prepares for new job
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 4:57pm
Friday will be the last day on the job at South Tahoe High School (STHS) for Principal Chad Houck. He, his wife and five children are headed to Ridgecrest where he'll be the Dean of Instruction for Cerro Coso Community College starting June 5.
Space available for South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 3:40pm
After a very successful inaugural 4th of July parade in 2016, the City of South Lake Tahoe is doing it again in 2017. They have invited everyone to participate with a float, band, bicycle group, walkers or whatever other unique way to celebrate the nation one can come up with. Showcase your organization while joining with the entire community in celebrating Independence Day.
All businesses, organizations, community members, sports teams and bands are invited to be in the parade and floats are encouraged! It is free to participate.
Talking to your teen about stress
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 10:49am
Any parent will tell you raising teenagers is a stressful time! Are you in that stage? Talk to your teenager about it. Your stress may be similar stress for your teen.
Escrow closes on "The Chateau," luxury condo-tel planned
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/23/2017 - 3:56pm
The sale of "The Chateau at the Village" in South Lake Tahoe is complete and the eight acres of land and entitlements are now owned by Tahoe Chateau Land Holding, LLC, a Chinese-American investment group.
The holding company, owned by Kawana Holdings, will own "air rights" above the existing retail area, related parking and the garage structure, the former convention center pad. The seller, Owens Realty Mortgage Inc., keeps the existing retail buildings and improvements that are home to McP's, Dough and various shops.
Outdoor screening of Smog of the Sea in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/22/2017 - 5:35pm
Event Date:
June 16, 2017 - 7:30pm Join the League to Save Lake Tahoe on June 16 as they show the Tahoe premiere of The Smog of the Sea, a new documentary featuring a seafaring expedition of citizen science and discovery that delves into one of the modern threats to the world’s oceans: plastics.
Location
Basecamp Hotel
4143 Cedar Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
38° 57' 36.6444" N, 119° 56' 40.1208" W
See map: Google Maps
Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/22/2017 - 4:04pm
Captivating audiences from coast to coast, Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble returns to present their 2017 Spring/Summer concert series, "Cam-pa-no-lo-gy,
the art or practice of bell ringing."
A homegrown community handbell ensemble, Tintabulations has grown from a small group of artistic director Barb Walsh's students to a nationally and internationally respected and sought after ensemble.
Performances from May 21 to June 25 are listed in the photo.
Location
The Village Church
736 McCourry Blvd
Incline Village
United States
39° 15' 21.024" N, 119° 57' 45.0036" W
See map: Google Maps
American Legion Post to host South Lake Tahoe Memorial Day ceremony
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/22/2017 - 10:20am
Event Date:
May 29, 2017 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - The public is invited to attend a Memorial Day ceremony at the Happy Homestead Cemetery on Monday, May 29 at 11:00 a.m.
The annual remembrance event is hosted by the American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe and their Ladies Auxiliary. After the ceremony, locals and visitors are invited to members for cake and refreshments at the American Legion Hall.
LTCC Student-Veteran to receive car from Recycled Rides
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 10:38pm
Event Date:
May 26, 2017 - 12:00pm
Lake Tahoe Community College and Recycled Rides invites the South Shore community to a special event where the keys to a refurbished vehicle will be awarded to one deserving LTCC student-veteran. The awarding ceremony takes place Friday, May 26 at 12:00 p.m. outdoors in the college’s Main Building courtyard area. Free barbecue and refreshments will be served, and all are welcome to attend.
Dirty Cello to perform at Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 10:32pm
Event Date:
June 21, 2017 - 7:30pm
Dirty Cello will be part of the Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival when they perform at the Boathouse Theater on June 21 at 7:30 p.m.
From China to Italy, and all over the U.S., Dirty Cello brings the world a
high energy and unique spin on blues and bluegrass. Led by vivacious
cross-over cellist, Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never
heard before. From down home blues with a wailing cello to virtuosic
stompin’ bluegrass, Dirty Cello is a band that gets your heart thumping and
your toes tapping!
El Dorado County cyclist wins 7th stage of Amgen
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 8:00pm
After cycling for seven days and 583 miles across California, Team LottoNL-Jumbo’s George Bennett (NZL) claimed the 2017 Amgen Tour of California race championship today in Pasadena with an overall time of 22 hours, 54 minutes and 38 seconds at America’s largest professional cycling stage race.
Ditch the car, ride on two wheels during Tahoe Bike Challenge Week
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/19/2017 - 8:50pm
For the 12th year the Tahoe Bike Challenge will see how many locals and visitors will park their cars and use a bike to get to work, school and play. This year's event is from June 1 to 14.
Returning is the popular and friendly competition which pits students from local schools, businesses and agencies against each other in friendly competition to see who can replace the most car trips by bicycle.
Wildfire Awareness Month: Remembering Angora
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2017 - 3:36pm
This June is wildfire awareness month at Lake Tahoe. It also marks the 10th anniversary of the Angora Fire, the most destructive wildland fire in memory at Tahoe.
An illegal and abandoned campfire started the Angora Fire on June 24, 2007. The fire quickly spread toward Meyers, stoked by strong winds and forests overgrown with hazardous fuels. In a few days, the fire burned 3,100 acres and destroyed 254 homes.
City's business plan presented; Public encouraged to review
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/17/2017 - 8:30am
Every two years a new business plan is presented to the South Lake Tahoe City Council, outlining goals, the vision and strategic priorities. This is done after each election.
In February, City staff, Council and community members got together for a two-day strategic planning session, and the results that came out of that were put into the 2017/18 South Lake Tahoe Business Plan.
TAMBA kicks off the cycling season with party
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2017 - 6:44pm
Event Date:
May 19, 2017 - 6:00pm
Celebrate the upcoming mountain bike season in Lake Tahoe at the TAMBA (Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association) Spring Party this Friday, May 19, 2017 at the Heavenly Mountain Resort California Base Lodge starting at 6:00 p.m.
All ages are invited to this free, family-friendly event that will include the showing of an UnREAL bike film, raffles, pasta dinner and information about all their 2017 projects. A membership drive is also being held and those interested can sign up at the event.
Let’s have an honest talk about suicide
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2017 - 5:09pm
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and you may have heard the phrase “each mind matters.”
Why does each mind matter? Mental health is something we all have. Just as our bodies need attention, our minds also need nourishment and care. Suicide rates are increasing and there is a relationship between mental illness and suicide. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), about 90 percent of people who die by suicide have experienced mental health issues.
Professional cyclists start arriving in Lake Tahoe for two stages of Amgen
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2017 - 12:02am
Tyler and Cheryl Cannon, owners of Sprouts Cafe in South Lake Tahoe, opened their doors Tuesday to two of the cycling teams in town for two stages of the Amgen Breakaway from Heart DiseaseTM Women's Race empowered with SRAM on May 11-12.
DROPS and United Healthcare (UHC) were there not only to enjoy the food Sprouts is known for, but to spend time with media and sharing their stories two days before race time.
4th annual Community Mental & Behavioral Health Forum on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/08/2017 - 5:55pm
Event Date:
May 9, 2017 - 8:30am
The community is invited to join the South Lake Tahoe Community Mental & Behavioral Health Cooperative for the 4th annual forum at South Tahoe High on Tuesday, May 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
This is a free event and parents, caregivers, educators, coaches, therapists, clinicians, and volunteers are encouraged to attend.
The morning event will be facilitated by Michard Ward and is hosted by the Barton Health Foundation.
• Uncover common stressors that are impacting our school/work
and personal life
• Address resiliency in our community
Virtual 5k race to raise funds for fallen and injuried firefighters
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 05/07/2017 - 7:47pm
Event Date:
June 10, 2017 (All day) As fire season heats up across the country, a group of over 1,000 partners of wildland firefighters have joined together to raise money for those who are injured on the job with a Virtual 5k run/walk. Run or walk five kilometers wherever you wish. 100 percent of the proceeds from this event will go to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation's Fallen and Injured Grant Fund.
Deputy accidentally shoots bear with live bullet in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/06/2017 - 4:12pm
A Washoe County Sheriff's deputy trying to scare off a group of bears in Incline Village Saturday morning shot the mother bear with a live round instead of a rubber round.
At approximately 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2017, deputies responded to a report of a group of bears near residences in the area of Driver Way and Village Boulevard in Incline Village.
On arrival, deputies encountered a mother bear and three cubs. This group of bears had been previously identified as food aggressive and deputies have had numerous encounters with this group in recent weeks.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Sass: Teamwork, roads and VHRs
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/06/2017 - 8:39am
This past city council meeting all 5 council members agreed to have staff present us a ballot measure that would increase the city sales tax by 1/2%. This came after a survey was completed and results were presented by the outside independent company contracted by the city. The results indicated that almost 68% of the survey respondents supported the increase as long as the funds would be dedicated by law to roads.
New format for Master Gardeners plant sale in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/05/2017 - 3:56pm
Event Date:
June 9, 2017 - 3:00pm The UCCE Master Gardeners of Lake Tahoe are having their 4th annual Plant Sale takes on a different format this year. Natives and other perennials need more time to grow out of their overwintering slumber so the sale will be held in two segments. Vegetable plants will be sold at the Ski Run Farmers Market on friday, June 9 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (or until all plants have been sold) and the Natives and Perennials will be sold on Saturday, September 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Sierra House Elementary School.
Location
Ski Run Farmers Market
Ski Run
3 pm - 7 pm
United States
38° 44' 1.734" N, 120° 36' 26.3628" W
See map: Google Maps
South Lake Tahoe locals commemorate National Day of Prayer
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/04/2017 - 7:55pm
The first national call to prayer came in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in forming a nation. Since then, a call to prayer has continued from President Lincoln’s proclamation of a day of “humiliation, fasting, and prayer” in 1863 to an annual national day of prayer signed by a joint resolution by Congress in 1952 that was signed by President Truman.
Now, the National Day of Prayer is held on the first Thursday in May.
Lake Tahoe Humane Society regrouping after director fired
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2017 - 9:08pm
For 50 years the Lake Tahoe Humane Society has offered services to animals in the South Lake Tahoe community. They are now facing challenges after their Executive Director Niki Congero was fired when allegations of embezzlement arose when their bank called them about irregular activity on the agency's debit card.
185,000 guests used Airbnb this winter in Sierra; Hosts earned $32 million
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/03/2017 - 5:56pm
Short-term vacation rentals in the Sierra from Truckee to Bear Valley earned more money this winter and brought in more guests than in the past, according to a report released by Airbnb.
More than 185,000 visitors booked rooms or homes from Airbnb hosts during the 2016-17 winter, up 48 percent from last winter. Also on the rise were earnings by hosts, revealing the surge of short-term rentals that have put neighbors against neighbors, and had community leaders grappling with their impact on neighborhoods.
South Lake Tahoe community help needed during Spring Clean up Day
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/02/2017 - 2:07pm
Event Date:
May 6, 2017 - 9:00am As the snow melts from this record-breaking winter, the litter and debris that has been covered up for months is starting to show. Volunteers are invited to get involved and help kick off this summer with a clean, litter-free town at the Clean Tahoe Program’s 2nd Annual “Spring Clean” event on Saturday, May 6th from 9am-noon.
California Boater Card soon to be required for Lake Tahoe and other waterways
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2017 - 9:26am
To increase safety on not only Lake Tahoe, but on waterways across the state, operators of motorized vessels will soon be required to possess a California Boater Card. The first group to fall into this category, those 20 years of age or younger, must have a card by January 1, 2018 with other age groups added annually.
Those renting boats will not be required to get a card, nor will those in the state less than 60 days or holding a commercial fishing license.
31-Day challenge returns to address mental health awareness
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 10:18am
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – Mental Health Awareness Month kicks into gear on May 1. Community members and visitors are encouraged to participate in 31 days of challenges, activities, and events to honor their own mental well-being and reduce the misconceptions about mental health.
Local events include:
4th Annual Mental Health Forum
Tuesday, May 9 - 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Student Union at South Tahoe High School
Winners of TRPA Lake Spirit Awards announced
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 3:00pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) honored four people with Lake Spirit Awards Wednesday who have shown exceptional commitment to protecting Lake Tahoe and fostering a spirit of collaboration in their work and volunteer time.
This year’s award winners do everything from helping protect Lake Tahoe communities from wildfire and aquatic invasive species to promoting alternative transportation and sustainable lifestyles.
Join in on helping others during "Pay it Forward Week" in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 9:43am
Most places take just one day to officially "Pay it Forward" but one person in the South Lake Tahoe community has made it his goal to cause a ripple effect of kindness through the community for a whole week.
International "Pay it Forward" day is on Friday, April 28 and more than 80 countries and 70 cities across America have made proclamations to join the global initiative and make a difference by creating a huge ripple of kindness across the world. Small acts of kindness, when multiplied by millions of people, can literally change the world for the better.
The surprising benefits of short workouts
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/23/2017 - 6:03pm
Don’t have time to exercise? According to recent research, a four-minute workout might be better than 30 minutes on the treadmill. Sounds almost too good to be true, but according to fitness researchers, it’s not.
Regular exercise improves your physical and mental health. Unfortunately, many adults do not make time for their weekly 150 minutes of moderate or intense activity recommended by the Centers for Disease Control.
Kudos: A heartfelt thanks to Barton Health’s volunteers
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/21/2017 - 5:41pm
This week is National Volunteer Week (April 23-29). Barton Health would like to extend a heartfelt "thank you" to our incredible team of volunteers for all they do to support our patients and help our physicians, nurses, and staff.
Renovations at The Crossing at Tahoe Valley completed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 5:29pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. - Renovations on the former Factory Stores at the Y are now complete, unveiling a brand new shopping destination and contemporary lifestyle center in the heart of South Lake Tahoe named The Crossing at Tahoe Valley.
Education and participation needed as South Lake Tahoe develops cannabis regulations
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/19/2017 - 10:01pm
There was one thing all speakers during Wednesday evening's Town Hall on recreational cannabis agreed on: People need to get involved, educate themselves and share their opinions with their elected leaders at local, county and state levels.
A panel of six people spoke to the crowd of almost 100 people (and another 300 who were viewing online) during the Tahoe Regional Young Professionals (TRYP) fourth Town Hall meeting in South Lake Tahoe.
New business licenses issued in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/19/2017 - 12:53pm
The following 59 businesses took out business licenses with the City of South Lake Tahoe during the month of March:
3/1
ELAINE NOELTNER RIDESHARE
FOR MODERN MAKERS
MH CONSTRUCTION
MOTIVE PERFORMANCE STUDIO
3/2
1074 CHONOKIS RENTALS
811 MODESTO APARTMENTS
RALPH BRIGANTINO RENTALS
3/3
1039 WILLIAM APARTMENTS
EXCLUSIVE WIRELESS INC
TBWB STRATEGIES
3/4
DEEDEES DUPLEX
3/6
EMMA'S APARTMENT RENTAL
L&H AIRCO LLC
3/7
LAKE TAHOE ACUPUNCTURE & WELLNESS
LINA LIU MASSAGE THERAPIST
NEW HEIGHTS LLC
SPEC PRODUCTIONS LLC
3/9
DELORES QUAN RENTAL
3/10
New company on board to plan new South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/18/2017 - 7:26pm
A new partner is now on board to help bring a new recreation center and swim complex to South Lake Tahoe, construction of which could start as early as 2018.
Voters in November approved a two percent Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) increase to fund the new project that benefits not only locals but tourists as well.
Law enforcement round up 23 gang members - 11 of them arrested in Reno
Submitted by admin on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 5:15pm
A lengthy, multi-agency gang investigation in the Reno and Stockton areas led to the arrest of 23 people, including one correctional officer on Wednesday, April 12, 2017.
Barton Memorial Hospital receives three “A’s” for patient safety
Submitted by admin on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 1:15pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – This week the Leap Frog Group, a nonprofit organization committed to driving quality, safety, and transparency in the U.S. health care system, released the new Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades. Hospitals nationwide are assigned an A, B, C, D or F letter grade. Barton Memorial Hospital was one of 823 hospitals to receive an “A” for its commitment to reducing errors, infections, and accidents. This is the third consecutive “A” Barton Hospital has received.
Easter egg hunts and brunches in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 11:08pm
Holiday fun starts on Friday and goes through the weekend with Easter Egg Hunts and brunches.
Tot Egg Hunt at Kahle Community Park- Friday, April 14 - Sponsored by the Tahoe Douglas Firefighter's Association. Tot Egg Hunt is an Extra special day for Family Fun! The Easter Bunny will be hiding eggs outside and you can climb on fire trucks. Come inside and enjoy the bounce house, indoor playground, and refreshments. Bring a basket to collect eggs and a camera for an EGGciting day! Hunt begins at 11:00 AM.
South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club holds 50th annual Easter Egg Hunt
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/11/2017 - 10:15am
Event Date:
April 15, 2017 - 10:30am
The 50th annual Easter Egg Hunt will be hosted by the South Tahoe Optimist Club on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at the Lake Tahoe Community College starting at 10:30 a.m.
Thousands of eggs will be hidden next to the college's gym. Since there is still snow it is suggested kids wear appropriate footwear.
Before the hunt, which starts right at the blowing of the horn at 11:00 a.m. there will be a Easter Costume Parade at 10:30 a.m. and Easter Bonnet Contest at 10:45 a.m..
Body of missing Sacramento woman found in Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/09/2017 - 4:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The body of 62-year-old Pamela Suwinsky was found in the Upper Truckee River Sunday morning, about one-third mile north of Highway 50. Divers found her before noon but did not have positive identification until about 2:30 p.m. this afternoon.
Small group gathers to discuss Meyers and South Lake Tahoe traffic issues
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 9:55pm
Representatives from several agencies met with the public Thursday night at El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel's second community meeting to discuss traffic issues and the "invasion of neighborhoods" by non-local drivers.
Help available for keeping unused drugs out of hands of children
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 1:13pm
Two-thirds of teens who report abuse of prescription medicine are getting them from friends, family and acquaintances. The South Tahoe Drug Free Coalition (DFC) wants to prevent this and keep drugs out of kid's hands by reminding residents to safeguard their home, so others don’t have access to your medicine.
Can South Lake Tahoe use 100% renewable energy by 2030?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/04/2017 - 9:24pm
There are now 27 cities in the United States committed to operating with 100 percent renewable energy, will South Lake Tahoe be #28?
Cities already on board include both large an small communities. Some of those are Madison, Wis.; San Diego, Calif.; Salt Lake City, Utah; Pueblo, Aspen and Boulder, Colo.; and Moab, Utah. Efforts are currently underway for Truckee to join that group. Even Las Vegas operates their municipal buildings and facilities with 100 percent renewable energy.
