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Fourth Victim of Carson City IHOP Shooting Dies
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 9:28pmCarson City Sheriff Ken Furlong confirms that a fourth victim of today’s tragic shooting at the IHOP restaurant located in south Carson City has died. The victim was a female member of the Nevada National Guard, had been flown to Renown Medical Center and had undergone surgery. To date, four victims have died (3 Nevada National Guard members and one civilian); the shooter has also died.
Carson City IHOP Shooting: Four dead, including two National Guard personnel, six wounded (W/TRANSCRIPT)
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 2:43pm
By Kirk Caraway, Jeff Munson and T. Costa
Update 2:00 p.m.: Here is what we know at this point:
Four people are dead, including the gunman who shot himself and died later at the hospital. Two of the dead where a man and women in the National Guard, who were in uniform.
There is a press conference scheduled for 3 p.m.
A few minutes before 9 a.m., a lone gunman armed with automatic AK-47-type assault rifle drives up to the IHOP on South Carson Street, and begins shooting in the parking lot. Locals BBQ owner Ralph Swagler said he saw the man drive up, and then empty a clip of ammo outside the IHOP, then reloads and goes inside, where he fires more shots very rapidly and exits within a few seconds.
Swagler said the gunman then saw his son locking the door of their business and opened fire at them. He also allegedly fired shots at the H&R Block office next door. Sometime after, the gunman shot himself, and died later at the hospital.
South Lake Tahoe and Meyers Climbing Festival
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 1:55am
The first Lake Tahoe and Meyers Climbing Festival and Bouldering Competition will be on Saturday, Sept. 17. This first-time event is held in and around the town of Meyers, four miles outside South Lake Tahoe. Get out and climb, meet other members of the climbing community, and celebrate the outdoor adventure lifestyle. Beer garden from Divided Sky and local breweries. Live music from Safe Haven Chiropractic and Food from Tahoe Bouldering.com. This event is free to attend and climb.
Tahoe Expo - A Benefit for the Lake with Geotourism Activities
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 1:10am
On September 10th, embrace Lake Tahoe with activities that connect you to the area’s magic while helping launch a new environmentally friendly economy for the Tahoe area. Tahoe Expo is a daylong event hosted around the lake and at Sand Harbor on the lake’s east side will showcase geotourism; a trend in travel that that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place — its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage and the well-being of its residents.
Beauty bar open on Kingsbury
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/05/2011 - 11:49amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - V'z Image Option'z, Lake Tahoe's only beauty bar, is open for business at 298 Kingsbury Grade.Developed by longtime local Valorie Suzan Hazley, V'z provides a variety ...
Nevada's top forester issues warning about fire danger
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/01/2011 - 8:09pm
By Nevada Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
From Southern Nevada to Lake Tahoe and all parts above and in between, state, federal, local and volunteer firefighting resources have responded to numerous lightning- and human-caused wildfires across Nevada so far this year. The state has lost about 94,000 acres to wildfire this summer, which is significantly less than the five-year average of 428,084 acres a year.
Lake Tahoe Lights Up Labor Day Weekend With Food and Fireworks Extravaganza
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/01/2011 - 1:29pm
The South Shore Lake Tahoe Labor Day Weekend Fireworks Extravaganza explodes over Lake Tahoe this Sunday, at around 8:30 p.m. and will once again famously feature spectacular patterns and a variety of lights, designs, and shapes.
Sample the Sierra all week long
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 4:26pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Participating business are offering discounts on local specials in preparation for Sunday's Sample the Sierra farm to fork festival on Ski Run Boulevard. Luigi's Tahoe Pi...
Sample the Sierra all week long
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 4:26pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Participating business are offering discounts on local specials in preparation for Sunday's Sample the Sierra farm to fork festival on Ski Run Boulevard. Luigi's Tahoe Pi...
Fishing report through Sept. 6
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:39pm
By Don Quilici
Here is the fishing report for the week of Aug. 31 through Sept. 6. The report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Raley’s and Nevada governor campaign to help promote Nevada State Parks
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:03pm
By Bob Conrad / Nevada Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
CARSON CITY, Nev. — When shoppers use any reusable grocery bag — paper, plastic or canvas — at any Raley’s and Food Source store in Nevada, they will be helping more than the environment, they will also be raising money to preserve and enhance Nevada State Parks.
Judge dismisses League to Save Lake Tahoe suit against TRPA
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 5:11pmBy Kristi Boosman
LAKE TAHOE — A federal judge has dismissed a suit against the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and the Sierra Colina project that was brought on by the League to Save Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe planning agency charts clear path for regional update
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 2:48pm
By Jeff Cowan
To streamline the review and deliberation of items crucial to the Lake Tahoe Regional Plan Update, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board on Wednesday chartered a new committee to focus on update of the Plan.
The formation of this committee comes on the heels of the annual Lake Tahoe Summit where federal and state representatives urged swift completion of the plan update.
LTCC grant to help local kids move onward, upward
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/25/2011 - 6:37pm
Lake Tahoe Community College has been awarded a five-year federal grant designed to provide academic support for 500 low-income, first generation college-bound students from South Tahoe Middle School and South Tahoe High. The Department of Education grant will be consist of five annual payments of about $230,000 each, said LTCC spokeswoman Christina Proctor. The college was informed it had been awarded the grant by the offices of California Sens. Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer.
Injunction denied in Angora burn area restoration
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/25/2011 - 6:27pm
An injunction to halt fuel reduction work in the Angora Fire area was denied last month after a lawsuit was filed by two environmental organizations.
A three-person panel of the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that an emergency injunction was not needed after a U.S. District Court judge in Sacramento, Garland Burrell, upheld the agency's environmental
analysis. The suit was brought on by Earth Island Institute and Center for Biological Diversity over the protection of a rare black-backed woodpecker.
September hearing set in South Lake Tahoe general plan lawsuit
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/25/2011 - 6:18pm
By Heather Gould
The League to Save Lake Tahoe and the city of South Lake Tahoe are engaged in a tennis match worthy of the U.S. Open. A volley of charges and counter-charges have been flying back and forth regarding the League's recent lawsuit againt the city over the city's recently adopted general plan.
The plan guides overall growth and development within the city.
Safari Rose Sunset Wine Cruise
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 12:32pm
Join us aboard the Safari Rose for a fundraiser to benefit the Tahoe Arts Project. From 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15. The event, which begins at the Tahoe Keys Marina, will feature wines and appetizers donated by local businesses. The cost is $55 discounted tickets but you have to hurry though because there are only 50 passenger tickets available. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Tahoe Arts Project, tahoearts@aol.com or by calling (530) 542-3632.
Calif lawmakers OK statewide rules on circumcision
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 11:33amSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - A California Senate committee unanimously approved a bill Tuesday to block local jurisdictions from banning male circumcision, a debate that evolved from a divisive ballot...
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 10:13amLake Tahoe residents receive a 15 percent discount on any of the Lake Tahoe Marathon events in September. Just put Tahoe Local in the promo box when registering on the website. • Volunteers are need...
Volunteers Needed for Lake in the Sky Air Show
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 3:26am
Volunteer some time and see the 22nd annual Lake in the Sky Air Show for free. Not a bad deal. Organizers of the air show say they're still in need of a few more volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunities Include:
Mandatory boat inspections to expand to Truckee area
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/23/2011 - 12:12pmTahoe RCD officials said during the forum that the need to keep aquatic invasive species out of local waterways is broad reaching. AIS affect the food supply of native species and the health of local ...
Paddlers Help Protect Lake Tahoe from Invasive Species
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/23/2011 - 10:00am
By Kristi Boosman
Paddlers at Lake Tahoe who enjoy the peace and solitude of skimming over crystal clear waters can now join the Tahoe Keepers stewardship community to protect Lake Tahoe from aquatic invasive species, according to an invasive species multi-agency committee.
Tahoe Keepers is a free training program designed to help non-motorized watercraft operators guard against inadvertently transporting aquatic invasive species to water bodies within the Lake Tahoe Basin by self-inspecting and decontaminating their boats and gear after each use.
Tahoe Today: The spiritual journey of the traveling ring
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/21/2011 - 6:00amIt was in the early '80s when I bought my black onyx diamond ring at a local jewelry shop in Lake Tahoe. This ring was one-of-a-kind. I fell in love at first sight and just had to have this beautif...
Viva Valhalla, a Celebration of Tahoe's Latino Culture at Ski Run
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 08/20/2011 - 1:38pmViva Valhalla, a celebration of Tahoe's Latino culture will be celebrated Saturday, Sept. 3, at Ski Run Marina in South Lake Tahoe. Entry is free to the public. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come and have some Cerveza and local Latino food; listen to the sounds of Spanish culture, watch the colorful dancing. Viva Valhalla. Mas Cerveza Por Favor!
Tahoe Young Professionals raising awareness about Christmas Cheer ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/20/2011 - 6:03amWhat do you get when you combine networking, local charity, and a bar with karaoke — a Tahoe Regional Young Professionals' August FUNdraiser at Murphy's Irish Pub on Aug. 25 at 7:30pm. It is...
Inaugural Lake Tahoe Climbing Festival set for Sept. 17
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/18/2011 - 6:11pm
There’s no better moment than Lake Tahoe in the fall to showcase our world class climbing and bouldering by creating the first ever Lake Tahoe Climbing Festival & Bouldering Competition in Meyers on Sept. 17, 2011.
Tahoe agency encourages property owners to control stormwater
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/18/2011 - 1:33pm
By Kristi Boosman
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency is continuing efforts to encourage public-private partnerships that improve the clarity of Lake Tahoe by bring properties along Highway 50 into compliance with Best Management Practice (BMP) erosion control requirements.
Progress in fire south of Gardnerville; 2 teens
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 6:06pmBy Jeff Delong, Reno Gazette-Journal. Updated 2:25p Aug. 17: The chief of the local fire district where the Ray May Fire threatens homes said he is optimistic over progress being made by firefighters....
Sample the Sierra food and wine festival
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 6:00pmFine food, wine, music and art will be the order of the day at the second annual Sample the Sierra on Ski Run Boulevard, Sunday, Sept. 4, noon - 5 p.m. This market-to-table event features samples from Sierra Nevada chefs and restaurants – all created with local produce and paired with 15 regional wineries.
South Lake Tahoe Women’s Center 12th Annual Sunset Gala
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 4:04pmCome enjoy fine wines, great beer, Tahoe’s best hors d’oeuvres, desserts, classical guitar, and an impressive silent auction at South Lake Tahoe Women’s Center’s 12th Annual Sunset Gala on Sept. 17, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 pm. This year’s event will be held where Lake Tahoe meets the beautiful beaches of Bali at Dr. Sean Degnan’s fabulous lakefront home. The home’s Bali design has become a central theme for the Gala as the event will feature local fire dancers, tropical mixed drinks and a Most Fabulous Flip Flops contest.
Summer transitions to fall with Labor Day and beyond
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 6:12pm
Before summer segues to fall Tahoe South will celebrate a Labor Day last call: an amped-up holiday weekend of non-stop activities on and off the water including a food and wine festival, sternwheeler race, outdoor and showroom concerts and a fireworks extravaganza.
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Feinstein: Public dollars will be scarce
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/12/2011 - 9:19amHOMEWOOD - The 15th annual Lake Tahoe Summit may not be a typical glad-handing event, featuring congressional delegates and state and local leaders trumpeting their ability to secure millions fo...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Corvette Club thanks community
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/08/2011 - 11:10amThe members of the Lake Tahoe Corvette Club wish to thank local businesses for their generosity and support for our ninth annual Corvettes At Lake Tahoe Car Show held June 24-26 at MontBleu Resort,...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: An appeal to replace Borders bookstore in Carson City
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/08/2011 - 10:51amI recently sent the following to Barnes and Noble's online customer service:"I'm writing out of desperation because of the closing of our local border's bookstore. We (customers) were told months a...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Thank you to Crossfit
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/06/2011 - 11:47amSports Connection would like to say thank you to South Lake Tahoe Crossfit for the money raised during their Firecracker Throwdown. The money will be invested directly into local youths. Thank you ...
Calif. death, 76 illnesses linked to ground turkey
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/03/2011 - 10:30pmWASHINGTON - Nevada state and local health officials say there has been one confirmed case of salmonella poisoning in Nevada that appears linked to tainted ground turkey.Jennifer Sizemore of the So...
Site of League fundraiser could face larger fine
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/27/2011 - 4:12pmKINGS BEACH, Calif. - A $35,000 fine is an insufficient penalty for a local resident who illegally expanded a pier and constructed an unauthorized boat lift on a lakefront property that has host...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Friends of Library say thanks
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/24/2011 - 6:00amSouth Lake Tahoe Friends of the Library would like to thank the following local businesses, which generously supported the Lifetime Member Reception July 13. Aspen Hollow provided the trees and shr...
Local ultrarunner finishes first-ever 100-mile race
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/22/2011 - 4:30pmSPOONER LAKE, Nev. - After racing through nagging running injuries for the better part of the past 20 years, Ron Nageotte can finally scratch "finish a 100-miler" from his bucket list.The 61-yea...
'King Arthur's Quest' performed this weekend
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/22/2011 - 4:20pmJoin King Arthur, Guinivere, Lancelot and a host of others in a musical wonderland Saturday when the Missoula Children's Theatre and 50 local students present an original musical adaptation of "Kin...
Trails and Vistas art hike seeks volunteers
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/15/2011 - 3:30pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local non-profit Trails and Vistas is looking for trail guides for an art hike scheduled for Sept. 17-18 at Spooner Lake.The most high profile role is that of the Trai...
Community invited to participate in fitness laboratory
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/13/2011 - 2:49pmZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Anytime Fitness of Zephyr Cove invites local men and women, who are not currently engaged in regular exercise, to take part in The Fitness Laboratory program.The Fitness Laborat...
Local cancer survivor to start Amgen race
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 05/14/2011 - 2:02pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe resident and cancer survivor Valerie Smith will fire the gun Sunday to start the 2011 Amgen Tour of California at the Stage 1 start in her hometown.Amgen...
