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Burning Man organizers buy Nevada ranch for year-round activities

The organizers of the annual Burning Man Festival just purchased a ranch near Gerlach, Nevada, a place that has the potential to become home to year-round art and self expression activities.

Burning Man Project has purchased Fly Ranch, 3,800 acres of land located twenty-one miles north of Gerlach in Washoe County.

Colonial Village Faire enjoyed by LTESMS students

Event Date: 
June 10, 2016 (All day)

Some lessons in school can carry forward into life lessons teaching the student both the material new to their minds as well as accessing their innate skills. This year for the first time the fifth grade at Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School in Meyers, California had just such an opportunity.

Location

LTESMS
1095 E San Bernardino Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
38° 51' 36.9396" N, 120° 1' 14.7252" W

What to do in South Lake Tahoe this Memorial Day weekend

The weather is starting to clear and temperatures are warming up, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend. Don't forget, when you are coming or going from the Lake Tahoe Basin, check out the Caltrans message board at http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/. Click on "Options" and "message boards." This handy tool shows you the exact time it takes to get from town over the mountain so you can stay longer and avoid the traffic!

Here is a list of some of the things to do on the South side:

Lake Tahoe Summer Kick Off Car and Bike Show at the Heavenly Village

Letter to the Editor: Why vote for Bernie Sanders

In a representative democracy, the system the United States supposedly has, the policy making is controlled by the representatives elected by the people. The idea behind representative democracy is that people will elect representatives that will serve their best interest. However, in the United States the funding for election campaigns is provided by large corporations, banks, and a handful of wealthy individuals that results in the election of representatives who serve the best interests of the large corporations, banks, and wealthy individuals.

Book Review: The Essential Abolitionist is a must read

“How is human trafficking defined”? “Which is more common, labor or sex trafficking”? “What are the challenges faced in combating human trafficking”?

Illegitimate massage parlors focus of proposed South Lake Tahoe enforcement

The definition of a massage parlor according to Wikipedia is: A place where massage services are provided. Some massage parlors are fronts for prostitution and the term "massage parlor" has also become a euphemism for a brothel, to the annoyance of professional masseurs.

Jail inmates create colorful Easter eggs for South Lake Tahoe kids

Can you imagine dying 4,000 eggs for your family's Easter egg hunt? Probably not as many of us may have had enough after two dozen, but that is exactly what local inmates are tasked with.

Each year, the South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club hosts a community egg hunt at Lake Tahoe Community College, and for the last ten years the inmates at the El Dorado County Jail have been coloring the hard boiled eggs for the event.

Normally the kitchen crew at the jail both boils the eggs and colors them, but due to a staffing shortage at the jail they could only color them.

Tahoe Chamber moves Sample the Sierra event to September 17

Event Date: 
September 17, 2016 (All day)

Sample the Sierra, the annual event in South Lake Tahoe that highlights the talent of the Sierra Nevada via food, wine, beer, spirits, produce and art has moved from their normal Labor Day weekend date.

This year, the Tahoe Chamber sponsored event has moved to Saturday, September 17 at Bijou Community Park from noon to 5:00 p.m.

Location

Bijou Community Park
1201 Al Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
38° 55' 55.362" N, 119° 58' 6.204" W

SnowGlobe charges and fire code change voted on at SLT City Council meeting

The South Lake Tahoe Fire Code has changed, much to the appreciation of both homeowners and contractors who had to deal with different codes, depending on the location of the home, City or in the County.

The council voted to remove restrictions on the fire sprinkler code (Chapter 5.20) to be more in line with Lake Valley Fire District. The City's stricter code confused contractors who build houses in the city, and in the county, and it was also found to be cost prohibitive for homeowners wishing to remodel.

South Lake Tahoe is not immune to Human Trafficking

This is part two in a series of a look into Human Trafficking in South Lake Tahoe.

Human trafficking. Its not just a Third World problem, its not just a big city problem, and its not a poor or rich problem. There are millions around the world who are victims to human trafficking, a business that is estimated to be a $32 billion industry.

And its happening in our backyard.

The facts are sobering.

Free community breakfast sponsored by the Tahoe Chamber

The public is invited to the 4th annual Tahoe Chamber Community Breakfast hosted by the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce on February 25, 2016 at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Guests will enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and hear from Tahoe Chamber’s President/CEO “B” Gorman, Chamber Board Members, Ambassadors, and staff.

First South Lake Tahoe baby of the year born on January 1

When the clock struck midnight on New Year’s Day, Rogelio Castañeda and a very pregnant Margarita García gave a New Year’s toast with a glass of champagne and a glass of apple cider, respectively. Three hours later, after a brief slumber, Margarita woke up in labor.

The couple headed to Barton Family Birthing Center and at 6:36 p.m. on January 1, Jeremy Nicolas Castañeda García was born. Jeremy weighed seven pounds, eleven ounces and was 20.5 inches long. He was named after Margarita’s mother Geremia, who passed away when Margarita was young.

Kudos: Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless thankful

On behalf of Tahoe Coaltion for the Homeless, I would like to thank our community for a successful opening of the South Lake Tahoe Warm Room.

Peggy Eichorn and Kelly Pelcher from Coldwell Banker McKinney were instrumental in the search for a location for the Warm Room, and have been an unwavering partner in the project. We thank them for their support. Also, the Coalition is grateful to Star Lake Investments for use of their facilities.

Former City of South Lake Tahoe employee now Galt City Manager

Galt City Council members on Dec. 15 were expected to name an experienced administrator in smaller jurisdictions as Galt’s next city manager.

Eugene Palazzo, who started his career in 1989 as a planning technician in Nevada County, has served as Crescent City’s city manager since 2011.

The council vote was not known at press time.

Galt city staff wrote in the council report that Palazzo has more than 27 years of experience in local government.

South Lake Tahoe retirees file lawsuit against the City

When the recession hit and many cities were faced with bankruptcy and skyrocketing healthcare costs for their employees, retirees had benefits cut or renegotiated. The City of South Lake Tahoe survived those turbulent times by taking a look at the costs they could reduce or restructure, and benefits for retirees was one that took a hit.

Now, many of those employees have filed a lawsuit against the City.

Management change at Hard Rock Lake Tahoe

After weeks of reported management problems at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in South Lake Tahoe, owners David and Jon Park have terminated their relationship with W-G Stateline and Warner Hospitality of Las Vegas. Instead, they will use on-site, local management.

Kudos: Thanks to Lake Tahoe Golf Course for perfect Pop-Up Dinner setting

The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce, Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and El Dorado County thanks Lake Tahoe Golf Course for providing the perfect setting for the Sample the Sierra Pop-Up Dinner.

Over fifty people gathered to enjoy a special four-course dinner at Lake Tahoe Golf Course on Friday, September 4 to begin the Labor Day weekend celebrations. Though the weather did not cooperate, Lake Tahoe Golf Course was more than accommodating with moving the event indoors to provide a warm and wind-free location for Blend Catering’s delicious dishes.

Fireworks by Grucci producing "Lights on the Lake" Labor Day show

The company that was hired to produce South Lake Tahoe's world class pyrotechnic exhibition over the lake is a world-renowned company, Fireworks by Grucci.

They have designed and choreographed shows around the world including Dubai, Moscow, Boston Pops 4th of July, Las Vegas, Atlantic City, China, New York, Bahamas and Saudi Arabia. Now they can add Lake Tahoe to that extensive list that has been growing since the family owned company started in 1850 in New York.

Un-summerlike temperatures in store for South Lake Tahoe

Did someone say "snow?" No, but there will be temperatures at freezing overnight over the Labor Day Weekend.

There will be impacts for gardeners, campers, outdoor pets, and burners on Saturday and Sunday with the coldest Sierra valleys seeing upper-20s as a low, with western Nevada valleys in the mid-30s.

Full plate of South Lake Tahoe Labor Day weekend activities

A busy Labor Day weekend starts Friday, with a plethora of activities for locals and visitors alike. There are fireworks, music, car shows, runs, boat races, a farm-fork festival and much more to enjoy.

Heavenly Village Days on Labor Day Car Show goes through the weekend with a sidewalk sale, trophies, and a poker run. It costs $40 to show your cars, trucks and motorcycles. Brought to you by Good Samaritans Safe Ride. September 4 - 7, 2015.

Lake Tahoe concert and event schedule for September

Events include Sample the Sierra, The Sternwheeler Races, The +Ironman Triathlon in Lake Tahoe, The Reebook Spartan World championships, +TrailsAndVistas concert and hiking experience, and Oktoberfest 2015.

Notable Concerts
Skid Row and Sammy Hagar #LaborDay weekend in #LakeTahoe, plus Eric Burdon and the Animals, George Thorogood and the Destroyers, Andre Nikatina and Rappin 4Tay with The iinTerCepTerz and DeeDay the Scorpion, plus two big festivals in the area:

Heavenly Resort unveils new rock climbing wall

The climbing wall at the top of the Heavenly Gondola is ready just in time for Labor Day Weekend activities.

The permanent climbing wall was unveiled to the public today and adds to the resort’s expanding offerings of summer activities, like ropes courses, zip lines and tubing.

Genoa's Sweet Sippin' Sundays

Event Date: 
September 6, 2015 - 1:00pm

It's time once again to sip, shop and stroll through beautiful downtown Genoa during out September 6 event. The drink is Vodka, the non-profit recipient is "Suicide Prevention Network" and Nigel St. Hubbins will provide the entertainment once again. What better way to spend part of your Labor Day Weekend than with us in Genoa?

Location

Genoa, NV
Main Street
United States

More trash being found on South Lake Tahoe beaches

Its becoming a concern at beaches and venues around the country: increased trash left behind. Lake Tahoe sees massive amounts of trash on beaches after big weekends, especially the 4th of July, but the basin is not alone.

Headline in North Carolina: Residents upset with beach equipment and other trash left behind on shores.

Headline in Los Angeles: Trash left behind from the Made in America festival in downtown Los Angeles.

Headline in Indianapolis: Trail of trash left behind at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

City history hunt wraps up Saturday; Historical Society launches new one

Now that history buffs have started the hunt with the City of South Lake Tahoe's week full of treasure, the Lake Tahoe Historical Society picks up the trail.

August 29 is the last day of the City's hunt. Maps can be picked up at any City facility including the Recreation Center, Explore Tahoe, the Campground by the Lake and Bijou Golf Course. The maps maps can also be downloaded. There will be a chance at prizes for those that complete the hunt.

Keep Tahoe Blue Labor Day beach cleanup

Event Date: 
September 7, 2015 - 8:30am

Sep 7, 2015, 8:30 am - 12 pm
Nevada Beach
South Shore

Help us Keep Tahoe Blue and take care of the beaches after the popular holiday weekend. We provide cleanup materials, refreshments, and raffle prizes. Bring your reusable water bottle and friends.

RSVP at keeptahoeblue.org/rsvp

For questions or more information, email events@keeptahoeblue.org or call 530.541.5388.

Location

Nevada Beach
United States

Vendor pairings announced for Labor Day's Sample the Sierra

The vendor pairings for the 6th Annual Sample the Sierra have been announced. Approximately 54 local restaurants, wineries, breweries, distilleries, farmers and producers will participate in the one-day farm-to-fork festival on Sunday, September 6 at Bijou Community Park in South Lake Tahoe, CA.

The pairings for this year’s Sample the Sierra are as follows:

· Beach Hut Deli with Loomis Basin Brewing Co.
· Bear Moon Bar & Grill with Auriga Wine Cellars
· Blue Angel Café with Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
· Boathouse on the Pier with Andis Wines

Tahoe Douglas Rotary gives out community awards

Each year the Tahoe Douglas Rotary Club holds their signature fundraiser, the St. Patrick's Day Celebration, and because of this they are able to give away tens of thousands of dollars in scholarships, grants and gifts to members of the community.

On Friday, local non-profits were handed the fruits of the Rotarian's labor at their annual community donation day.

This year, the following groups received a donation either at the meeting or during the school year:
Zephyr Cove Elementary School
Boy Scouts Troop 468
Boy Scouts Troop 594
WHittell High Boosters

Last chance for Sample the Sierra early bird tickets

The early bird catches the worm – and in this case, the early bird gets special pricing for tickets to Tahoe’s only farm-to-fork festival Sample the Sierra! Early bird tickets for Sample the Sierra are available until August 1 and allow you to attend the festival for just $30 to fully experience dozens of restaurants, wineries, distilleries and breweries. Tickets will be priced at $40 per person from August 1 until the festival on September 6.

Base Camp III moves to Hard Rock Lake Tahoe July 25

Event Date: 
July 25, 2015 - 11:00am

Zeds Dead and Kill the Noise will be headlining Bass Camp Festival III at the Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe on July 25.

As part of the resort's BaseJam Summer 2015 Outdoor Concert Series these two bands join over 30 other artists in a day long festival on Saturday July 25. The day of entertainment gets underway at 11 a.m.

Lake Tahoe road work schedule for July 12-18

LONG-TERM PROJECTS

State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to the "Y" junction with State Route 28 in Tahoe City on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore that will upgrade storm water drainage and treatment systems, add curb and gutter, resurface and realign the road, add new left-turn pockets and widen shoulders on a 9-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected in fall 2016.

Carson Valley residents upset about proposed 260 acre solar panel project

A proposed solar panel project on 260 acres of Park Cattle Company land won approval by the Douglas County Planning Commission in May, but residents opposing the solar farm with its 148,277 panels are fighting back. They are taking their complaints to the July 2 meeting of the Douglas County Commissioners led by local residents Steve and Mary Walker who filed an appeal right after approval of the planning commission.

'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign by South Lake Tahoe Police Department

The Fourth of July is one of America’s favorite holidays. And why not? Families and friends gather to celebrate our country with food, parades, parties, picnics and fireworks.

Nevada Employment Law Webinar

Event Date: 
August 11, 2015 - 1:00pm

Sutton Hague Law Corporation Presents a webinar on Nevada Employment Law featuring a live Q & A with Nevada Labor Commissioner Shannon Chambers. Topics covered will include: 2015’s legislative Session developments, New Regulations under consideration, enforcement priorities, and common employer mistakes. The webinar will be held on August 11th, 2015 from 12:00pm-1:00pm. The cost to attend is $45; all net proceeds go to the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. Can’t attend the live webinar? CD’s and MP3 recordings are available to purchase for $30.

Location

Sutton Hague Law Corporation
6720 Via Austi Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89119
United States

Post fireworks beach clean up planned on the South Shore

Locals and visitors can join #teamfireworks, a large effort to remove all debris from South Lake Tahoe's beaches following both the 4th of July and Labor Day fireworks shows.

Over 100,000 people enjoy the fireworks and anytime an area gets that many people, trash is sure to be an issue. Last year's beach clean was originally meant to make sure the debris from the actual fireworks was not left floating on the water or strewn along the beach. While not many parts of fireworks were found, hundreds of pounds of trash was collected.

Lake Tahoe Federal Advisory Committee to meet in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
June 22, 2015 - 9:00am

The Lake Tahoe Federal Advisory Committee (LTFAC) is scheduled to meet from 9 a.m. to noon, June 22, 2015, at the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Forest Supervisor’s office, 35 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, Calif., 96150. LTFAC will address issues related to federal activities at Lake Tahoe.

Items on the agenda include an overview of committee history, review of committee charter, update on status of Lake Tahoe Restoration Act and Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act, and discussion of Committee’s future strategy.

South Lake Tahoe Farm-to-Fork Festival discount tickets available

Event Date: 
September 6, 2015 (All day)

Celebrate all things local at Sample the Sierra on Sunday, September 6 at Bijou Community Park in South Lake Tahoe. Returning for its sixth year this Labor Day weekend, Sample the Sierra highlights the unique talent, heritage and bounty of the Sierra Nevada region with local food, wine, beer and spirits, as well as handmade art and music. Foodies, wine enthusiasts and hopheads have the opportunity to purchase discounted early bird tickets until August 1 to experience Lake Tahoe’s only farm-to-fork festival.

Free concerts every Friday and Saturday at Heavenly Village

The Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series got underway last weekend. This annual series of live music takes place every Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. The stage rotates around the village from in front of Starbucks and Basecamp Pizza, to the fountain and in front along Highway 50.

Here is the lineup:

Friday, 5/29 - Liquid Cactus | Funk/Rock
Saturday, 5/30 - Paige & Fearless Kin | Bluegrass/Acoustic

Friday, 6/5 - Electric Jimmys | Classic Rock/Grateful Dead Trib
Saturday, 6/6 - Tracorum | Classic/Jam Rock

Sample the Sierra Lake Tahoe Farm-to-Fork Festival

Event Date: 
September 6, 2015 (All day)

Sample the Sierra is Lake Tahoe's only farm-to-fork festival. Sample the Sierra highlights the talent of the Sierra Nevada via food, wine, beer, spirits, produce & art. Sample the Sierra pairs producers/farmers with restaurants/chefs & wineries/breweries/distilleries. Each dish is prepared with local ingredients & then paired with a complimentary drink to create a unique Sierra Nevada experience. Enjoy food, wine, art & live music this Labor Day Weekend in South Lake Tahoe!

For more information visit Samplethesierra.com!

Location

Bijou Community Park
1099 Al Tahoe Blvd.
United States

California pot legalization effort is all about details

There’s no shortage of views on the question of legalizing recreational marijuana in California.

That much was evident at a series of focus groups earlier this year, where 48 men and women representing a cross-section of the state filed into rooms with one-way mirrors to share their opinions. The research is aimed at shaping an expected legalization initiative for the 2016 ballot.

'Border Blitz' sting nets unlicensed contractors on South Shore

A simultaneous sting operation between the California State License Board and the Nevada Contractors License Board snared 5 people on the California side of South Lake Tahoe and 12 on the Nevada side on April 27, 2015.

This was the 4th annual Border Blitz which targets unlicensed contractors who operate illegally under California and Nevada laws.

The one day operation took place at a house near Pioneer Trail and a condominium in Stateline, NV.

Major highway project coming in 2017 to South Lake Tahoe

City Councilwoman JoAnn Conner and just one member of the public showed up at the South Lake Tahoe council chambers on Wednesday as Caltrans unveiled their $57 million U.S. Highway 50 Improvement Project. This three year project will have major impacts on businesses and travel from the "Y" to Trout Creek Bridge starting in 2017 so Caltrans officials at the presentation expected more involvement from the community.

Highway 89 construction this summer worries business owners

While the summertime tourist to South Lake Tahoe should only be slightly affected, business owners along Highway 89 are worried about their livelihood with overnight road construction and blocked driveways.

During Thursday evening's Caltrans informational meeting at South Tahoe High, several owners of lodging properties, restaurants, sports and retail stores spoke about their concerns during the project which will last from mid-April to mid-October in 2015 and could even extend into the 2017 building season.

Most of the horses found near death in El Dorado County have been adopted

El Dorado County Animal Services is pleased to announce it has completed the adoption process for all of the horses that came from the former Grace Foundation facility in El Dorado Hills. "We want to thank everyone in the community and all the volunteers who either adopted a horse or provided support to our agency through this process," said Don Ashton, Director of the El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, which includes Animal Services.

Hard Rock Lake Tahoe announces BaseJam Summer Concert Series

Summer in South Lake Tahoe means being outdoors and enjoying life, and the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino announced today one more thing to enjoy: more outdoor concerts.

A temporary 7,500 seat outdoor area is being created on the back parking lot of Hard Rocky Hotel & Casino in Lake Tahoe in order to host the “BaseJam Summer 2015 Outdoor Concert Series.”

A summer full of concerts at the new casino on the South Shore will start with the 3rd Annual Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival on June 27. Also booked is the Lake Tahoe Bluegrass Festival which is slated for July 11.

Opinion: Exactly what California needs: A new, science-focused UC school

Editorial Note: This opinion piece was originally published in the LA Times.

Sutton Hague Law Corporation Presents a Webinar on The NLRB Update

Event Date: 
December 2, 2015 - 12:00pm

The webinar will be focused on the National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB) current enforcement priorities, what enforcement policies employers need to know, procedures employers need to know, and common employer mistakes. The webinar will be held from 12:00pm-1:00 pm. Cost: $45. Please register online: www.suttonhague.com/events/; email: yvette@suttonhague.com; or by phone 702-270-3065

Hard Rock Lake Tahoe to add outdoor concerts this summer

The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in South Lake Tahoe announced today they will be hosting six to eight outdoor concerts this summer.

The rear parking lot at the Stateline property will be converted into an outdoor amphitheater that will seat up to 7,500 people.

In a venture with PR Entertainment, Inc. (owned by former Caesars Entertainment Director Paul Reder), Hard Rock is looking to attract top-name national artists to the Lake Tahoe area. They plan on starting the concerts in June and concluding on Labor Day weekend.

Sutton Hague Law Corporation presents a webinar on “Hot Wage & Hour Issues”

Event Date: 
June 3, 2015 - 12:00pm

This presentation will focus on Issues regarding wage and hour claims under federal and state laws which continue to hit record levels. To avoid litigation, employers must ensure that their wage and hour policies and procedures are complaint with the Fair Labor and Standards Act as well as the state wage and hour laws. This seminar discusses the latest legal developments in the area of wage and hour law, including: 1) meal and rest periods; 2) overtime exemptions; and 3) independent contractors. Webinar will be held from 12:00pm-1:00 pm.

City may start charging for commercial stormwater inspections

The City of South Lake Tahoe looked into charging fees for mandated stormwater inspections of commercial businesses during Tuesday's Council meeting.

Since the City operates under a stormwater permit issued by the Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board they must abide by their requirements which "include conducting commercial, industrial and municipal inspections in order to ensure commercial facilities are not discharging waste or pollutants into the City storm drain system."

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