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Class of 2020 graduation via ski lift at Sierra-at-Tahoe

Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/20/2020 - 5:43pm
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By Paula Peterson

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a perfect day, at a perfect location, at a perfect celebration to wrap up what wasn't such a perfect senior year of high school.

On Friday afternoon, one by one, the South Tahoe and Mt. Tallac High School seniors stepped out of their decorated cars amidst cheering from teachers and staff. They sent the students onto the red carpet, down the stairs to more cheering, and dancing, and more red carpet, as they made their way onto a ski lift at Sierra-at-Tahoe.

South Lake Tahoe senior graduation ceremonies moved to Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort

Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 6:03pm
By Paula Peterson

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In a graduation season marked by COVID-19 social distancing regulations, high school students across the globe knew the ceremonies marking the end of K-12 school careers would be different than in years past. With daily school work moved online, graduations were moved to a virtual format.

At both South Tahoe High and Mt. Tallac High schools, graduation has been made special by social media acknowledgments, yard signs, and special bags full of gifts.

Sierra-at-Tahoe to wed 14 couples this Valentine’s Day

Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/04/2020 - 6:05pm
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$100 ceremony to first 14 couples to sign up

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Couples wanting to take the big leap can do so on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2020, when Sierra-at-Tahoe hosts the first-ever Great Sierra Elopement.

South Lake Tahoe firefighters join others in 9/11 climb of Pyramid Peak

Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/12/2018 - 11:48pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two members of the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue family joined members of other agencies on a 9/11 climb up the 9,983-foot Pyramid Peak Tuesday.

Captain Kim George and Engineer Brenan Davis took 13,784 steps on the 4.7 miles hike that involved a gain of 4,000 feet in elevation.

Personnel from El Dorado County Fire, Alameda County Fire and Berkley Fire Departments also participated. They wore jackets and helmets on the climb that honored the 343 firefighters from the New York City Fire Department who lost their lives on 9/11/01.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Report

Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/12/2018 - 11:10am
Report for 8/5 - 8/11/18

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.

Some of those recently added to last week's log:

8/1

El Dorado County Sheriff's Report

Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/08/2018 - 11:49am
Report for 7/1 - 7/7/18

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.

Some of those recently added to last week's log:

6/27

7:25 a.m. - Coroner Investigaton - South Lake Tahoe - 33-YEAR-OLD MAN DECEASED AFTER BEING HIT BY VEHICLE ON HWY 50.

6/28

Several reports of fireball in sky over California, seen from Lake Tahoe

Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/06/2017 - 2:10pm

People from Fresno to Santa Rosa, California reported seeing a fireball across the sky Sunday evening around 5:24 p.m.

The American Meteor Society (AMS) received 19 reports from observers who said "the light got bigger before it burst, leaving a trail of smaller balls before disappearing," "it was a white streak followed by a few tiny fragments. Ended in the main fireball turning to a green color," and "it was flickering and sparkly, like a roman candle being shot across the sky."

Two women thankful after being rescued from side of mountain

Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/15/2017 - 5:27pm
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Paula Peterson

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Three friends from the Sacramento area spent Sunday morning hiking in Desolation Wilderness along the Lyons Creek Trail with a goal of getting to Lake Sylvia, then Pyramid Peak.

They got to Lake Sylvia along a well marked trail, but were getting tired and decided to look for a shortcut to Pyramid Peak.

"We were going to hike the ridge and do a gradual decent," said one of the hikers, Sarah Pollo, 33. "We were pretty tired and looked for a short cut."

"It seemed like a good idea at the time," she said. "But it was a miscalculation."

Heavenly opens mountain coaster ride

Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/18/2016 - 8:04pm

Heavenly Mountain Resort opened their summer activities at the top of the hill Saturday, including the anticipated Ridge Rider Mountain Coaster.

For a daily fee, people will take the Gondola up the hill to the upper mountain, and have unlimited access to the mountain. For those eight-year-old and older, and over 45 pounds, the $89 Ultimate Adventure Pass Includes a Gondola Ride, Ridge Rider Mountain Coaster, Summer Tubing, Hot Shot Zip Line, Boulder Cove Ropes Course and Granite Peak Climbing Wall. There is also a $49 pass for kids under eight with age appropriate activities.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Report

Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/27/2015 - 8:10pm
Report for 9/20 - 9/26/15

El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.

The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.

9/20

4:30 a.m. - Vacation Rental - Aravaipa St - DEPUTIES RESPONDED TO A NOISE COMPLAINT AT A VACATION RENTAL

10:40 a.m. - Vacation Rental Violation - Susquehanna Dr - 27-YEAR-OLD MAN CITED AND RELEASED FOR TRASH AND REFUSE ISSUES AT A VACATION RENTAL HOME.

South Lake Tahoe Business Gets Washed Up for Snow

Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/29/2014 - 6:35pm

It may not be Mother Nature or the weatherman you want to thank for the storm that is coming into South Lake Tahoe today. It just might be the team at Pyramid Peak Ski and Snowboard Rentals.

Why you ask?

"It always rains or snows when you wash your car," said owner Geoff Bottini. He told SouthTahoeNow that when they heard a weather system was arriving that they figured they'd help it along by offering a free car wash. They advertised on their store windows and facebook page about the 10 am to 4 pm event.

Sierra Resort at Lake Tahoe opens mountain top to bottom and West Bowl on Saturday

Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/14/2012 - 6:23pm
By Steve Hemphill

With the support of multiple Lake Tahoe and Sierra early-season snowfalls, including 24 inches in the past two days, and plenty of cold weather days and nights, Sierra Resort will open top to bottom, including West Bowl, on Saturday, Dec. 15.

West Bowl offers long cruisers and intermediate to advanced runs, along with unbeatable views of Pyramid Peak and Desolation Wilderness. Beginners to experts now have the opportunity to enjoy over 2,212 feet of vertical terrain, three terrain parks, and lessons for all ages and ability levels.

The Burton Star Wars Experience Continues

Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 12:07pm

The Force is strong at Sierra for Younglings and Padawans this winter in Yoda's Riglet Park at Wild Moutain Children's Center. The Burton Star Wars Experience uses the beloved intergalactic saga to help children ages 3-6 make their first snowboard turns using Burton's innovative Riglet Reel Technology.

The latest from Sierra-at-Tahoe

Submitted by Editor on Sun, 02/05/2012 - 11:14am

Lots of news out of Sierra-at-Tahoe.

Sierra-at-Tahoe's Snowsports Week to benefit the South Tahoe community; Tickets available now

Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 9:37pm

Each year Sierra-at-Tahoe teams up with the Barton Foundation as a way to give back to the South Lake Tahoe Community. Ski or ride all day for just $35 from Feb. 13-16.

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