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Column: Wear a face mask to help your community stay healthy

As temperatures at Lake Tahoe are heating up, so are discussions about wearing a face mask in public. While science continues to reveal new information about the coronavirus, one thing is clear: wearing a face mask slows the spread of COVID-19, if enough people wear them.

Public meeting on Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project

Event Date: 
June 24, 2020 - 2:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There will be a public presentation from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24 on the Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project.

The project is three phases, the first beginning with the removal of the Knight's Inn and addressing flooding issues in that area. The objectives of the complete project are to improve stormwater quality, decrease flooding, restore the Bijou Park Creek SEZ (stream environmental zone), and to install a series of stormwater quality and flood control improvements.

Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood announce summer activity opening dates

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Summer mountain activities will soon get underway at Vail's Lake Tahoe resorts: Heavenly, Northstar, and Kirkwood.

Chase International moves its luxury Lake Tahoe real estate tour to virtual format

Event Date: 
June 30, 2020 - 10:00am

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The 24th annual Lake Tahoe Luxury Estates Tour has gone virtual for 2020 amidst the current pandemic, Chase International Luxury Real Estate announced Friday.

The popular reimagined tour will be held on June 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on line and will feature an immersive multimedia experience, highlighted by exclusive guided tours, 3D architectural walk-throughs, live interactions with luxury listing agents, and an inspiring sense of the Lake Tahoe Lifestyle. (to register, visit https://chaseinternational.com/estates-tour)

City of South Lake Tahoe facilities to start reopening

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe will be opening their boat ramp at El Dorado Beach on Friday, May 29. Only boats with valid Tahoe, Echo Lake or Fallen Leaf Lake seals and a 2020 Tahoe sticker will be able to launch. "Tahoe Only" stickers are available for purchase at this launch site. They will be open Friday through Sunday only at this time from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Only one boat will be able to occupy the dock at a time. The boat ramp will be not be accepting cash and wireless payment technology will be utilized.

Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series canceled for 2020, Some new 2021 dates announced

STATELINE, Nev. – The 2020 Summer Concert Series at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys has been canceled in response to the public health emergency involving COVID-19. Many of the shows have been rescheduled or postponed, with targeted performance dates in the Summer of 2021. Exact dates to be announced at a later time.

New TAHOE housing program in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Saint Joseph Community Land Trust (SJCLT) has announced a new program that seeks to preserve existing housing stock for permanently affordable, full-time homes for Tahoe Basin employees and residents. It is called the TAHOE (Tahoe Affordable Home Ownership Enabling) program.

TAHOE has been created to do three things:

1. Provide assistance to income-qualified households searching for a home in the Tahoe Basin;
2. Enable SJCLT to purchase available homes to be made available to income-qualified Tahoe Basin employees or full-time residents;

Local mountain lifestyle brand moves from ski and snowboard masks to face masks

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Now that people are wearing masks to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, a change in masks can become a fashion statement instead of just a health statement.

Tahoe Together logo apparel and stickers available to help neighbors in need

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Lake Tahoe is one lake, one regional economy and one known to always come together during a crisis.

Letter: South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce offers leaders suggestions on reopening

The following is a letter sent to El Dorado County and City of South Lake Tahoe. It is published here in its entirety at the request of the author.

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce would like to offer encouragement and support of a revival of the local economy, while continuing to keep the health and safety of our residents in mind. Cases of COVID-19 have remained low in our region when compared to other more populated areas around the State and Nation. We applaud the quick action taken by the County and City that has helped us keep the case count low.

Sierra-at-Tahoe offers credits for pass holders and those with prepaid items

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – After the coronavirus shut down operations early this winter, Sierra-at-Tahoe has released a comprehensive season pass plan which lays out an extended Spring Pass Sale deadline, reduced pricing, exclusive discounts for renewing pass holders for 2020/21 Season Passes, credit for unused products and more.

Times may have changed, but the local resort's commitment to guests has not.

Kudos: Virtual Bliss Assembly raises $570 for Tahoe Magic

LAKE TAHOE – The Tahoe Bliss Experiences®, together with local small business owners, produced the Virtual Bliss Assembly April 22-25 and raised $570 for Tahoe Magic during the event that included four days of live, online experiences that focused on ways in which each of us can remain mindful, fit, healthy, and aware while remaining safe at home.

Humboldt-Toiyabe: No camping in Alpine County, updates on forest use during pandemic

At the request of Alpine County in California, all Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest lands within the boundaries of the county will be temporarily closed to overnight camping starting on Saturday, April 25, 2020.

“We recognize that this overnight camping restriction comes at a time when many are seeking respite in natural areas,” said Forest Supervisor Bill Dunkelberger. “However, this temporary closure is to support state, county, and local authorities in controlling COVID-19 pandemic.”

Bread & Broth thanks community as need and program expands

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The commitment of Bread & Broth over the last thirty years has solely focused on the mission to ease hunger in the South Lake Tahoe community. That mission took on new meaning beginning in mid-March with the onset of the COVID-19 outbreak when record numbers of individuals seeking food assistance from the various programs and services provided by B & B.

South Lake Tahoe 8th grader makes bands on his 3D printer for nurses and other essential workers

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Besides at-home school and getting some outside exercise, an 8th grader from South Tahoe Middles School (STMS) has been making plastic bands on his 3D printer to help ease elastic band pressure on facemasks for healthcare staff and other essential workers.

Woman arrested after allegedly licking items at South Lake Tahoe grocery store

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A South Lake Tahoe woman was arrested on Tuesday, April 7 after store employees allegedly found her licking items, and licking her fingers before putting things into her shopping cart.

The mid-town Safeway at the corner of Johnson and Lake Tahoe Boulevards called the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) after an employee said they spotted 53-year-old Jennifer Walker putting pieces of jewelry from the store on her hands and licking them.

According to SLTPD, Walker began to load her cart with merchandise from the store after licking her hands.

Earth Day online - Virtual Wild and Scenic Film Festival

Event Date: 
April 22, 2020 (All day)

2020 marks the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day and now, more than ever, it is important to spend time reflecting on and celebrating Mother Earth. The Sierra Nevada Alliance (Alliance) is proud to provide a way to appreciate our planet and inspire advocacy from the safety of your couch during the coronavirus pandemic. The Alliance is inviting everyone to celebrate Earth Day online with the Virtual Wild and Scenic Film Festival On Tour.

Conservancy awards $912K in grants for projects around Lake Tahoe Basin

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - At its last meeting, the California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) authorized $912,000 for grants to advance climate change adaptation and improve community sustainability in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

The Conservancy Board approved three climate adaptation grants, all funded by Proposition 68:

More closures announced in South Lake Tahoe due to coronavirus concerns

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a rapidly changing response to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, with businesses, nonprofits, and agencies having to change procedures and policies often.

At this time, the following closures or change to business practices have been announced:

Eldorado Resorts: Montbleu Resort Casino in Lake Tahoe to be sold to Maverick Gaming

STATELINE, Nev. - Eldorado Resorts, Inc. and Maverick Gaming LLC have entered into a definitive agreement for the purchase of Montbleu Casino Resort on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.

Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra Elegant Evening - Canceled

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Join Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra for their 31st Annual Elegant Evening on Saturday, April 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Harrah's Tahoe. It's known as the best party of the year!

The evening will be guided by Mr. Mike Peron, the Masters of Ceremony and dance to the music of Trey Stone, a member of the Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame, and the Soul Experience, and guests will enjoy libation tastings on their arrival! Thus far, you'll enjoy tastings from Crystal Basin Cellars, Idle Hour and Tahoe Blue Vodka!

Firewood cutting permits available in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest April 1

Dead and downed firewood cutting permits will be available starting April 1, on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest’s Carson Ranger District. Forest officials stress that it is extremely important for firewood cutters to pay special attention to the terms and conditions of their permit.

Opinion: The future is electric!

The ultimate mission of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) is to help youth thrive. Sadly, it is our students - not we, adult, decision-makers - who will most suffer climate change. LTUSD must also support the future health and well-being of our students.

So, in 2017, the School Board formally resolved to:

Increase reliance on clean, renewable energy sources to power the District’s facilities, in line with and in collaboration with, the City of South Lake Tahoe’s recent pledge to power 100 percent of our electricity use with renewable energy by 2030.

Hilarious new comedy at Lake Tahoe Golf Course - Final night canceled

Sunday, March 15 show has been canceled. SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Rotary Club of Lake Tahoe Golf Course and the Lake Tahoe Golf Course are partnering for the fourth time and bringing a comedy to the clubhouse stage March 5-7 and 13-15.

This year, it's the hilarious new comedy by Matt Lyle, Barbecue Apocalypse. The talented South Lake Tahoe cast features Michelle Bennett, Brandon McCarthy, Thomas Lopez, Kevin Sommerfeld, Karen Fink, Kori Zwijacz and Jeff Whitt and it is directed by Dave Hamilton.

Location

Lake Tahoe Golf Course
United States

Letter: Tahoe Chamber endorses local Measures B and M

The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) has announced its endorsement of Measure B and Measure M on the March 3rd Primary Election ballot. Both local measures address a well-documented need for investment in new equipment.

Fundraiser for Lake Tahoe musician Charlie Schofield

Event Date: 
February 26, 2020 - 6:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There will be a benefit for long-time local musician “Tahoe’s Bassman” Charlie Schofield on February 26 at McP's Taphouse and Grill, 4125 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, California.

Local musicians are banding together to help raise money for the Scofield family, including Trey Stone, Niall McGuinness, Uncle Funkle, Jess Kalin, Steve Walker, and many others. The MC for the evening is comedian and radio personality Howie Nave.

Credit card stolen from South Lake Tahoe vehicle used in Douglas County

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Two people are wanting for questioning after they attempted to purchase hundreds of dollars' worth of merchandise with a stolen credit card.

In the early morning hours of January 22, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) says an unidentified man and woman entered the Walmart on Topsy Lane in Douglas County. They left the store when the purchase could not be approved.

The credit card was reported stolen from a vehicle burglary in South Lake Tahoe. DCSO says the suspects may have ties to the Lake Tahoe area.

Dance the night away with Fabrizio at South Lake Tahoe Senior Center

Event Date: 
February 15, 2020 - 7:00pm

Dance the night away to the fabulous music by Fabrizio on Saturday, February 15 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. It's a party with classic rock, line dances, West Coast swing and more, and all ages are invited!

The dance will be in the newly remodeled Senior Center, 3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd. The cost is $12 at the door; $10 to members of Seniors, Inc.

Beer and wine available for purchase.

South Lake Tahoe City Council set to act on selling properties for affordable housing

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The St. Joseph Community Land Trust (SJCLT) in South Lake Tahoe provides permanently affordable homes and supportive programs for low and moderate-income residents. They may have a few more to offer if the City Council meeting on Tuesday goes as expected.

Crawfish Boil at Rue Bourbon

Event Date: 
February 22, 2020 - 1:00pm

Join us for Reno’s Biggest Little Crawfish Boil!

Featuring live music by the Peanuts Gang Trio, face painting, and more!!

Tickets required!

Servings at 1pm & 3pm
WE STOP SERVING AT 5PM or while supplies last!

You must purchase tickets in advance. Tickets include all you can eat, but only while supplies last. Last year we sold out by 5pm.

TICKETS REQUIRED for this event. This is our most popular event and will sell out.. purchase yours ASAP!

https://ruecrawfishboil.eventbrite.com

Location

Rue Bourbon
1401 S. Virginia Street Reno, NV 89502
United States

Sierra-at-Tahoe offering special lift ticket prices to help raise money for local groups

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sierra-at-Tahoe is once again holding their annual fundraiser for local nonprofits. "Sierra For Tahoe" will be February 10-13, 2020, and funds raised by these special ticket sales will support Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation, Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation, and Sierra-at-Tahoe Education Foundation.

Instead of the normal $110-$125 life tickets, participants can purchase their daily passes for only $75.

Where to watch Superbowl LIV in South Lake Tahoe

Super Bowl LIV, the 54th Super Bowl (the 50th modern-era National Football League championship game) will decide the champion for the NFL's 2019 and 100th season. The National Football Conference champion San Francisco 49ers will play against the American Football Conference champion Kansas City Chiefs.

No matter who you are rooting for, or if you just enjoy watching the game which is known for epic halftime shows and commercials (and championship football), South Lake Tahoe and Stateline are providing parties and fun spaces to do so on Sunday.

Here are a few of those ideas:

Tax measure on March ballot to fund snow removal equipment on South Shore

MEYERS, Calif. - The El Dorado County Department of Transportation (DOT) is asking voters in Meyers and the county areas of South Lake Tahoe for money to replace their aging snow removal fleet and equipment.

On March 3, voters will be deciding whether or not they want to pay $60 more a year via their property taxes to fund CSA3 (from Strawberry to Meeks Bay to South Lake Tahoe City Limits). Measure M, if passed, will supply an extra $540,000 annually for the sole purpose of buying and leasing snow removal equipment. The funds could not be used for salaries, pensions or any other purpose.

26th annual Classy Crab Dinner at St. Theresa Church

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Saint Theresa Catholic Church's 26th annual Classy Crab Dinner will be held on February 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the church's Grace Hall in South Lake Tahoe.

The public is invited to attend the always fun event which includes a lively dessert auction.

The cost is $45 per person ($50 at the door) and reserved tables for 10 are available for an additional $135. Must be 21 or older to attend. Funds raised will fo to Faith Formation programs and parish building maintenance.

Proposed parcel tax for county residents to support Lake Valley Fire

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On March 3, 2020, voters in the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) boundaries will decide if Measure B should pass, a measure that would give the fire department funds for much-needed equipment, apparatuses, and supplies.

Move by Newsom puts South Lake Tahoe parcels on the list for affordable housing projects

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two parcels owned by the California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) appear to be on their way to becoming home to affordable housing projects in South Lake Tahoe.

To address the shortage of housing for Californians, Governor Newsom ordered the Department of General Services (DGS) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to identify and prioritize excess state-owned property and aggressively pursue sustainable, innovative, cost-effective housing projects.

The Crossing in South Lake Tahoe sold for $14.8M

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Crossing at Tahoe Valley has been sold by the Sutter Capital Group, the Sacramento-based investment company that bought the struggling factory store property at the Y just over five years ago.

Letter: Meyers Area Council urges "yes" vote on Measure B in March

The Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) firefighters are our friends; they are our neighbors, they are kids we went to school with, they are our softball teammate, and most importantly, they are our saviors in times of need. During the Angora Fire in 2007 some of them sacrificed their own homes to save ours, and more recently they provided vital help and support at the Camp Fire and prevented the oil tanker fire from spreading further than Hwy 50. Our community is safer because of LVFPD firefighters, but these firefighters are not safe in their jobs.

Tips to keep pets safe during winter in Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the arrival of winter, El Dorado County Animal Services is reminding residents to take precautions with their pets.
“Winter in our county regularly brings freezing temperatures, frigid wind, ice and snow,” said Henry Brzezinski, Chief of El Dorado County Animal Services. “These conditions can adversely affect animals in numerous ways, and even threaten a pet’s life. A few simple steps can ensure your pet’s safety.”

Tahoe Chamber's Connect for a Cause to benefit Bread & Broth

Event Date: 
January 23, 2020 - 5:30pm

The Tahoe Chamber’s annual Connect for a Cause Charity Mixer to benefit the local non-profit, Bread & Broth is moving to a new location at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Thursday, January 23 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The community is invited to enjoy this fun evening and support Bread & Broth in their fight against hunger in the South Shore.

Ted Gaines in South Lake Tahoe to discuss new taxes on commercial and industrial properties

Event Date: 
January 9, 2020 - 9:30am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Former California State Senator Ted Gaines will be in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday, January 9 to discuss the proposed amendment to Proposition 13 that will remove commercial properties from their property tax protection and tax them on market value and not purchase price.

Gaines is a member of the California Board of Equalization for the 1st district. He will be speaking during the monthly meeting of the South Lake Tahoe Lodging Association and the public is invited.

The meeting will be held at the LTVA meeting space at 169 US-50 Stateline, Nev. 9:30 a.m.

Four local families given special Christmas through Heavenly Holidays donation

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Four local families were treated to presents for their children at Fire & Ice in South Lake Tahoe on Monday. Mom even got to take home a special gift too!

Identified through SOS Outreach, the kids met with the jolly Santa Claus and were given bags of gifts to take home.

Barton Gala raises $90K for Family Birthing Center in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – More than 250 community members gathered for the 29th annual Barton Gala at Harrah's Tahoe on December 7. Their pledges and donations during the evening hit a record-breaking $90,000 to support community health in the Lake Tahoe area.

This year’s Gala beneficiary was the Family Birthing Center at Barton Memorial Hospital, with proceeds from the black tie soiree funding medical equipment and training to keep at-risk newborns close to their families in those precious first moments together.

Plenty of Christmas Tree permits remain available in Lake Tahoe Basin

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Plenty of permits to cut down Christmas trees in the Lake Tahoe Basin remain at both sales locations. Due to permits being sold out after just a week in the past, people were only allowed to buy one of the $10 permits per family this year.

The result is plenty of leftovers.

City of South Lake Tahoe newsletter: At Lake Level

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The December edition of the City of South Lake Tahoe's "At Lake Level" has been released by City Manager Frank Rush. This month Rush covers SnowGlobe, the 56-acre site and a possible new Fire/EMS station for the community.

56-Acre Site

Purchase of one electric bus, four diesel buses on LTUSD agenda Friday

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Timing seems perfect to have a fleet of electric buses for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD), but trustees have the purchase of just one on their Friday night agenda along with the purchase of four diesel buses.

The Board's annual organizational meeting is set for December 13 at 5:00 p.m. instead of their normal Tuesday meeting. During the meeting, they will elect a new board president and clerk, and elect representatives to El Dorado County School Boards Association and Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation, and assign annual duties for the trustees.

2nd annual Santa Fun Run on Ski Run to raise funds for SOS Outreach

Event Date: 
December 15, 2019 - 3:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Jolly your way to the tippy-top of Ski Run Boulevard in your best, most festive Kris Kringle outfit on Sunday, December 15. This fun-filled jaunt from the Black Bear Lodge all the way up to the bar at Himmel Haus will benefit the local nonprofit, SOS Outreach.

Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase at the start and finish. A procession with city officer support will leave Black Bear Lodge at 3:30 p.m. A fun and lucrative raffle drawing will be during the after-party at Himmel Haus.

South Lake Tahoe Friends of the Library present an Anthology of Authors

Event Date: 
December 14, 2019 - 12:30pm

South Lake Tahoe Friends of the Library will be presenting "An Anthology of Authors" on Saturday, December 14, 2019, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the library.

Stop by to meeting these authors: Gantt Miller, Lyla Dusing, Carol Haase, Karin Holmes, Jennifer Quashnick, Sondra Garner, Pat Crane, Jayme Willison, Mark Klitsie and Lynne Goldsmith.

Books will be available for purchase and signing and there will be raffle prizes.

The library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.

Month full of activities during Heavenly Holidays in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The popular Heavenly Holidays has returned to the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. This family-friendly event runs until December 31.

Tahoe Film Festival returns to the North Shore

The 5th annual Tahoe Film Fest presents an incredible selection of new feature films and documentaries on various topics, as well as important award-winning environmental films. Several filmmakers introduce their works. The event is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy almost thirty films and interact with other film aficionados.

All proceeds from the festival, which runs on the North Shore from December 5-8, go to support educational programs at the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center.

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