heavenly valley
Community Kudos: Humane Society and SPCA Thanks Open House Guests
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/03/2014 - 11:26pm
The Lake Tahoe Humane Society and SPCA thanks South Lake Tahoe for the great turn out at their open house and ribbon cutting on February 25, 2014 in honor of “World Spay Day”. TahoeChamber was present to officiate the ribbon cutting and Mayor Hal Cole cut the ribbon. It was a great turn out and a good start in the Lake Tahoe Humane Society’s mission to let the community learn about all their fantastic services, such as spay and neuter vouchers, emergency pet medical care assistance and an emergency pet food bank.
Bear Found Injured on the Slopes at Heavenly Valley
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/03/2014 - 10:59pmA young cub was found injured near Gunbarrel at Heavenly Valley Ski Resort on Monday. This story and video is from KCRA-TV out of Sacramento. South Lake Tahoe's Bruce Rettig is shown carrying the bear. The cub is now resting at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care.
South Lake Tahoe Locals Shaving Heads on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 7:46pm
Event Date:
March 1, 2014 - 3:00pm
At least 77 of your neighbors and friends will be participating in the 3rd Annual South Lake Tahoe St. Baldrick's headshaving event on Saturday, March 1 at the South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena. What was developed by three businessmen from New York City in 1999 as a way to give back to their community has turned into over 1,000 nation wide events each year that are held to raise money to help find cures for childhood cancer. Since becoming a non-profit in 2005, St. Baldrick's Foundation has given out $125,251,567 in grants.
South Tahoe High Skiers Take First at High School Ski Races at Heavenly Valley
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/11/2014 - 11:37pm
Skiers from Whittell, South Tahoe, North Tahoe, Incline, Truckee, Carson and Douglas High Schools met on the slopes at Heavenly Valley on Tuesday for the High School Slalom Races.
South Tahoe High's Connor McKeen came in 1st in the boys' races with a total combined time of 1:01.79. Grant Dunkelman of Douglas came in 2nd at 1:02.98 followed by Harrison Goss of North Tahoe 1:03.55.
Maia Bickert from South Tahoe High came in 1st in the girls' races with a time of 1:02.96, followed by Cheyenne Brown of Truckee with a time of 1:04.86 and Laurel Taylor of Incline at 1:07.66.
Snowboarder Dies at Heavenly Ski Resort
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/05/2014 - 1:13pm
The Douglas County Sheriff's Department has reported that an 18 year old snowboarder from Fountain Valley, CA died at Heavenly Ski Resort on Tuesday, February 4.
Ski Patrol was called when Wyatt James Colvard was found lying in the snow, unconscious and having difficulty breathing. They transported him to Boulder Lodge. When Tahoe Douglas Paramedics arrived at the lodge they began advanced life support. Colvard succumbed to his injuries.
Heavenly Celebrating New Snow By Opening More Terrain
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/01/2014 - 11:23am
South Lake Tahoe - This past week's storm dropped two feet of snow in the mountains of Lake Tahoe, allowing Heavenly Mountain Resort to open 15 trails in the past three days
Heavenly now offers 19 miles of skiing and riding on a total of 39 trails, accessed by 24 lifts. They are opened on weekends from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Photos by Dan Wallisch provided by Heavenly Valley.
Ski With a Ranger Program Returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/08/2014 - 3:00pm
The U.S. Forest Service Ski with a Ranger program returns to South Lake Tahoe on Friday, January 17, 2014. Everyone in invited to join them at Heavenly Mountain Resort on Mondays and Fridays at 10 am and 1 pm. The Ski With a Ranger tours begin at the top of the gondola ad last about one hour.
Participants must be intermediate level skiers/boarders or above and provide their own lift ticket. No reservations are required; attendance is on a first-come first-served basis.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/07/2014 - 11:30pm
During the 12 day period between December 26 and January 6, 2014, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 393 calls.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
12/26
Threats in the 700 block of Clement Street
Petty Theft in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
12/27
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Carson Avenue
Drunk in Public in the 2100 block of South Avenue
12/28
"Other" misdemeanor in the 0 block of Lakeview Avenue
Unlicensed driver at the corner of Pioneer Trail & Shepherds Drive
Drunk in Public at the corner of Lake Tahoe Blvd and Wildwood Avenue
DJ Cat Makes First Appearance outside Heavenly's Tamarack Lodge
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/27/2013 - 10:37pm
Heavenly Valley's new DJ Cat was unveiled Friday afternoon.
There will be guest DJs all winter long as part of Heavenly's winter party plan. "There is a reason we’ve been dubbed as the wild child of Vail Resorts. At Heavenly, we like to push the limits and do things a little different,” said Pete Sonntag, vice president and chief operating officer of Heavenly.
Festive Fire Trucks Tour South Lake Tahoe Neighborhoods For The Holidays
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/10/2013 - 9:21am
The City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and the Lake Valley Fire Department have announced their Christmas Fire Truck tours for the season:
In the city limits the fire truck leaves Station 2 at 5 pm each night and runs their route until 8 pm.
Tuesday, Dec 10 - Venice/Tahoe Keys Area
Wednesday, Dec 11 - Glenwood
Thursday, Dec 12 - Keys Blvd/State Streets
Friday, Dec 13 - South Y/Tata
Saturday, Dec 14 - Barton/Tahoe Island
Sunday, Dec 15 - Al Tahoe
Monday, Dec 16 - Springwood/Bijou Pines
Tuesday, Dec 17 - Main Areas along Hwy 50
Wednesday, Dec 18 - Stateline/Hotels
Snow Falls in South Lake Tahoe as Ski Resorts Prepare to Open
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2013 - 2:12pm
A few inches of snow fell at South Lake Tahoe overnight, helping local ski resorts prepare for opening day. Heavenly Mountain Resort opens on Friday, November 22 at 9 am with the Gondola and Tamarack Express lift operating. 1.5 miles of skiable terrain on 14 acres will be open for the first weekend.
Free Lake Tahoe Ski Resort Lift Tickets When You Get Special License Plate
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/04/2013 - 5:40pm
With ski resorts busy preparing for the winter season ahead, now is the time to start planning your time on the slopes! "Plates for Powder" is the successful promotion run by the Tahoe Fund to increase sales of the Lake Tahoe license plates.
Individuals who purchase the specialty Lake Tahoe license plate in either Nevada or California prior to April 1, 2014 will receive two lift tickets to their choice of 11 Lake Tahoe resorts.
The First Snow of the Season
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2013 - 2:13pm
While South Lake Tahoe saw rain showers Saturday, the top of Heavenly Valley Ski Resort is seeing snow! Heavenly's opening date is slated for November 22.
Labor Day Weekend in Lake Tahoe full of Activities
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/31/2013 - 8:42amThe is a plethora of activities for visitors and residents alike to enjoy in South Lake Tahoe this weekend.
The Great Sternwheeler Race between the MS Dixie and Tahoe Queen on Saturday at 10 am. The boats will leave their respective piers and head for their opponent's. Action at Ski Run Marina, Zephyr Cove Resort and points in between.
Is now the time to invest in Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/22/2013 - 11:50amNow is a great time to invest in Lake Tahoe, whether it's a vacation rental, long term rental, multi-units/apartments or retail buildings. With the continued low interest rates and property prices still considered low, now is the time to pull the trigger before it's too late. I advise my clients that waiting will not help their situation. The biggest challenge is the lack of homes for sale. The key to to watch for new listings as they get posted to the MLS system.
Buy a Tahoe License Plate and Receive Two Free Lift Tickets
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/11/2013 - 3:15pm
California and Nevada residents can take advantage of the 35 inches of new Tahoe snow with two free lift tickets through the popular “Plates for Powder” program offered through the Tahoe Fund. Purchase a new California or Nevada Tahoe license plate and you are eligible for two free Alpine or Nordic lift tickets. Tickets are available at 11 participating Tahoe resorts.
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for getting our kids on the slopes
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/13/2013 - 6:00amThe fifth-grade students were once again invited to Heavenly Valley Ski Resort for three days of skiing or snowboarding. We would like to thank the Lake Tahoe Unified School District and Heavenly V...
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Has Begun Its Holiday Route
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/14/2012 - 7:56amThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department has begun handing out candy canes from the decorated fire truck driving throughout the community through Dec. 23. Each night, the holiday truck will make its way through specific sections of the City and the complete schedule is listed below.
These scheduled dates will be dependent on the weather, and may be changed due to driving conditions or emergency responses.
Ski for free at Lake Tahoe with purchase of Tahoe License Plate
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 8:13am
With the official start to the Tahoe ski season just around the corner, the Tahoe Fund is launching the popular “Plates for Powder” promotion to drive sales of Lake Tahoe license plates.
South Lake Tahoe Homes Listed and Sold last week
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/08/2012 - 4:43pmThe South Lake Tahoe real estate market continues to see a lot of action. During the week of October 1-8, 13 homes entered the market while 6 left the market since they closed escrow.
Where to buy a Lake Tahoe home...Nevada or California?
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 3:54pm
Just a few years ago home buyers were choosing the Nevada side over the California side when looking for a Lake Tahoe home to purchase. Taxes were lower and schools were better so Nevada was more attractive. But is that still the feeling? There's good news, and bad news, depending on which neighborhood/state you're set on owning a home in.
Shining Example of Schools in South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
Tahoe Baikal Institute Friendraiser Dinner June 29
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/22/2012 - 11:43am
Event Date:
June 29, 2012 - 6:00pm The annual Tahoe Baikal Institute (TBI) Friendraiser Gala will be held Friday, June 29, at 6 PM at the top of the tram at Heavenly Mountain Resort (Heavenly Valley).
Kudos & Kindness: Heavenly continues to support Bread & Broth
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/26/2012 - 5:34pmBread & Broth would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Heavenly Valley volunteers for recently, and yet again, adopting a Day of Nourishment. Volunteers from the Heavenly team - Elizabeth...
Ski Legend Mancuso Promotes Lake Tahoe Plates, Tahoe Projects
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/02/2012 - 12:35pm
Julia Mancuso, coming off gold-winning performances in the super-G and giant slalom Friday and Saturday at the U.S. ski championships in Colorado, has agreed to appear in TV and radio spots promoting the California and Nevada Lake Tahoe license plates.
Neighborhood Service Meeting
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/06/2012 - 5:14pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe would like to partner with citizens to help increase communications with neighbors and facilitate improvements.
If you live, own or work at a business in any of the neighborhoods listed below, please join us for the
Neighborhood Service Team Area #6 Meeting
For neighborhoods: Stateline Residential, Lakeside Park, Heavenly Valley, Tahoe Meadows and Bijou Park
Tuesday, February 21st 2:30 – 4:00 pm at the Best Western Station House in the conference room
901 Park Avenue
Come be part of YOUR Neighborhood!
Kudos & Kindness: Businesses come out to support Bread & Broth
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 02/04/2012 - 6:00amBread & Broth would like to thank the local Kiwanis and Heavenly Valley for their continued support in our Adopt-A-Day of Nourishment Program. Volunteers from spent their Monday helping Bread & ...
JT Holmes Shoots Promo for Lake Tahoe 'Plate for Powder' program
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 10:45am
Extreme snow sports legend and Transformers film wingsuit stuntman JT Holmes has finished shooting promotional TV spots for the Tahoe Fund’s Plate for Powder program, which gives purchasers of California and Nevada
Kudos & Kindness: Back Door Pantry grateful for donations
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/25/2012 - 6:00amSt. Theresa's Back Door Pantry would like to thank Heavenly Valley, students at St. Theresa school, Kiwanis, the Grocery Outlet and members of the community for their continued support of non-peris...
Tahoe License Plate for Powder Program To Benefit from Snow Forecast
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/19/2012 - 2:00pm
The snow forecast to hit the Lake Tahoe region during the next few days is expected to give the Tahoe Fund's Plate for Powder program a boost along with Sierra ski resorts and businesses. Drivers who purchase a California or Nevada Tahoe vehicle license plate will receive two free ski lift or Nordic tickets to the resort of their choice. New Tahoe plates cost $50 in California and $61 in Nevada.
Woman sues following collision with Heavenly employee
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 7:04pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A Florida woman filed suit against Vail Resorts, Heavenly Valley and a Heavenly Mountain Resort employee this week after being injured during a ski collision with the emp...
Woman sues following collision with Heavenly employee
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 7:04pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A Florida woman filed suit against Vail Resorts, Heavenly Valley and a Heavenly Mountain Resort employee this week after being injured during a ski collision with the emp...
Tahoe Snow Sports Icons Daron Rahlves, Jeremy Jones Partner With Plate for Powder Campaign
Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 12:21pm
By Maja Thaler
Two of Lake Tahoe's most popular ski and snowboarding icons, Daron Rahlves and Jeremy Jones, have finished shooting public service ads this week for the nonprofit Tahoe Fund's Plate for Powder program. Rahlves and Jones donated their time for the California and Nevada Lake Tahoe specialty license plates program, which gives new Tahoe license plate buyers two free Alpine or Nordic ski tickets to their choice of 12 major Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts.
Free Ski Lift Tickets as Tahoe Fund Launches 2nd Annual Plate for Powder Program
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 2:21pm
The Tahoe Fund announced today that 12 major Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts are offering two free Alpine or Nordic tickets for every purchase of a California or Nevada Lake Tahoe license plate between December 12 and April 15.
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Bread & Broth grateful for help
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/02/2011 - 1:25pmBread & Broth would like to again thank Heavenly Valley for their continued support in our Adopt-A-Day of Nourishment Program. Volunteers from Heavenly lead their community in support for those in ...
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