Round Hill

Kudos: Lake Tahoe Humane Society Has a New Home

For the Love of Animals in South Lake Tahoe

Congratulations to the Lake Tahoe Humane Society on their new home! This summer will be like no other for the Lake Tahoe Humane Society as they just purchased 884 Emerald Bay Rd for their new corporate headquarters.

New Bike Trail in South Lake Tahoe Dedicated on Thursday

The second segment of the Stateline to Stateline Bikeway was dedicated during a ceremony on Thursday. The 1.2-mile shared-use bike path connects Elks Point with Round hill Pines on the Nevada side.

This new stretch adds to the existing path for a total of 2.2 miles and provides access to Rabe Meadow with Nevada Beach and Round Hill Pines Resort.

You Can Adopt a Beach in Lake Tahoe!

Looking for an enjoyable way to contribute to the Lake Tahoe community, either as a local or as a visitor?

Adopt-a-Beach is one of the nicest and easiest ways to protect this valuable and beautiful treasure and they're looking for several volunteers to help this summer. This program is sponsored by the City of South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority, U.S. Forest Service, League to Save Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and South Tahoe Refuse.

Dedication for Latest Phase of Stateline to Stateline Bike Path

Event Date: 
June 19, 2014 - 12:00pm

The official dedication of South Lake Tahoe's 1.2-mile shared-use bike path that connects Elks Point and Round Hill Pines and provides access to Rabe Meadow with Nevada Beach and Round Hill Pines Resort will be held on Thursday, June 19 at 12 p.m.

The second segment of the Stateline-to-Stateline Bikeway, South Shore Demonstration Project adds to the existing path for a total of 2.2 miles. Meanwhile, the North Demonstration Project is expected to begin construction in 2015 and the first phase will connect Incline Village to Sand Harbor State Park.

Free Tennis Clinic for Local Kids at Zephyr Cove Tennis Center

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun Jun 15 2014 .
June 14, 2014 - 11:30am
June 15, 2014 - 11:30am

There will be a free tennis clinic for all local children at the Zephyr Cove Tennis Club on Saturday and Sunday, June 14-15. The event is being sponsored by the Douglas County Parks and Recreation, Coyote Grill and the tennis club.

The clinic is open to all Lake Tahoe basin kids ages 8 and older.

Sheriff's Office Asks For Public's Help in Finding Missing Lake Tahoe Man

5/7/14 8 am update: Mr. Morris has been located.

Donald Morris, Jr. hasn't been seen since April 20 and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public’s help in locating the missing 55 year old man.

Morris, who lives in the Round Hill neighborhood on the Nevada side of South Lake Tahoe, was last seen by his landlord.

His vehicle is at the residence.

The 6'4" man weighs 225 pounds, has green eyes and brown hair. It is unknown what clothing he was wearing when last seen.

Lakeside Inn and Casino Returns Cattle Grazing to Historic Lake Shore Meadow

April 1, 2014 (Stateline, Nev.) -- Lakeside Inn and Casino announced the United States Forest Service would be processing a permit for livestock grazing in Rabe Meadow, land adjacent to the hotel/casino for the purpose of raising prime Angus beef for Brazilian Barbecue at its Latin Soul restaurant. Rabe Meadow has historically supported cattle grazing during summer periods on the shores of Lake Tahoe.

New South Shore Local Coffee Treat: The Bean Bar Coffee House

The Bean Bar has been open on the south shore of Lake Tahoe since December and has already become a favorite of both South Lake Tahoe locals and visitors.

Located in the Round Hill Shopping Center, the Bean Bar is open 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for now, and once summer arrives they'll extend hours to 6 p.m.

Douglas County Sheriff's Log

Crime log excerpts from the Douglas County Nevada Sheriff's Department, Lake Tahoe Subdivision

Highlighted Reports

1/11 - A purse stolen from a slot machine area at Harrah's Tahoe led to the arrest of Eric Beaman and Marcus Tillman on an assortment of charges including possession of stolen property, possession of a controlled substance, possession of hypodermic needles and conspiracy to commit a crime.

What to do in Lake Tahoe When There Isn't Much Snow? Bike or Hike at Rabe Meadow

Since there is a lack of snow through the Sierra Nevada, visitors and locals in the Lake Tahoe basin are enjoying things that are normally reserved for the summer months.

Round Hill Pines Scheduled to Change Operators at End of 2013

Bob and Tammy Hassett, current operators of Camp Richardson and Meeks Bay Resort have been selected to run the concession at Round Hill Pines Resort according to Cheva Heck of the U.S. Forest Service. The current lease is held by the Forvilly family and is set to expire on December 31, 2013. Frank Forvilly has operated Round Hill Pines since 1971 and just found out yesterday that they weren't awarded the new contract.

Principal's Office: Zephyr Cove Elementary

The 2013-14 school year is off to a great start! We have had much excitement since August 19th with our first and hopefully, annual Round Hill Pines Beach Bash which was held on September 8th. Festivities included hot dogs and hamburgers, a raffle, and a silent auction. Families were able to get acquainted and re-acquainted and the kids were still enjoying the long summer sun. Thanks to our awesome Parent-Teacher Club, we are well on our way to funding many academic opportunities for enrichment and intervention as well as materials and resources for our teachers.

South Lake Tahoe Area Blood Drives

Event Date: 
September 24, 2013 - 12:00pm

There are 3 opportunities to donate blood in South Lake Tahoe in the coming months.

Tuesday, September 24 - From noon to 5:30 pm at the Round Hill Fire Station on Elk's Point Road. You can make an appointment to speed up the process by calling 775-588-3591, logging on to www.bloodhero.com, enter code "tahoefire" and click on the schedule. Donors may also come without an appointment.

Monday, October 7 - From noon to 6 pm at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel.

HIKE FOR HOUSING

The El Dorado COunty Habitat for Humanity and St. Joseph Community Land Trust are holding a "Hike for Housing" on Saturday, September 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the Lam Wa Tah Trail.

The hike will begin at Our Lady of Tahoe Catholic Church on Elks Point Road in the Round Hill area. Registration will be held the day of the event at the church. Cost is $25 per family or $15 for individuals.

The hike is to raise money to help locals have quality housing at Lake Tahoe.

Douglas County authorities report few problems with Lake Tahoe July 4 revelers; 24 arrests countywide

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office reports the 2013, 4th of July celebration in Douglas County and around Lake Tahoe went well.

The celebratory crowds in the Stateline, Round Hill and Zephyr Cove areas of Lake Tahoe were large and with exception of a few altercations in the downtown Casino Core area, Nevada Beach and Zephyr Cove Beach, the crowd was relatively well behaved. Motorists were cooperative with the road closures and traffic control required for the fireworks display.

New bicycle path part of plan to connect all of Lake Tahoe with trails

A one-mile section of new multi-use path at Stateline, Nev., near the South Shore casinos, was unveiled to the public Thursday, June 20, 2013, marking the beginning of what will eventually become a system of trails that circumnavigates the lake.

What price range of homes for sale in Lake Tahoe has the largest inventory?

When looking at the entire state of California the average price of a home for sale is $307,600. In Nevada you have a huge spectrum of home values due to the diversity of cities, therefore the average sales price is only $145,400.

On the Rocks for Tahoe Regional Young Professionals March Mixer

Event Date: 
March 20, 2013 - 7:00pm

The Tahoe Regional Young Professionals will host its March mixer at the new On the Rocks Bar & Grill, March 20 from 7 – 10 p.m. to network, volunteer opportunities and announce TRYP’s upcoming professional development and scholarship program for its members.

The post St. Patty’s Day themed mixer (i.e. wear green) at the recently opened On the Rocks Bar & Grill (located in Round Hill Shopping Center behind Anytime Fitness) will also include hearty appetizers and a free beverage. Admission is complimentary for TRYP members and $5 for non-members.

Forest Service extends deadline for proposals to operate Round Hill Pines Resort

The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit extended the deadline for proposals to reconstruct, operate and maintain Round Hill Pines Resort.

Applications must be received by Friday, June 21, 2013, 4:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time at the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, Forest Supervisor's Office, 35 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.

Study: South Shore Lake Tahoe Loop Road plan would contribute up to $25 million annually

(Stateline, Nev.) – A recent US Highway 50 economic analysis indicates that a completed downtown area outlined within the US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization project (aka Loop Road), City of South Lake Tahoe’s General Area Plan and the South Shore Vision Plan would provide for an annual retail sales increase of $16 million to $25 million.

Lake Tahoe Regional Young Professionals to mix it up at Hard Rock

Event Date: 
February 13, 2013 - 7:00pm

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals would love to mingle with its rock star members and network with new individuals, Feb. 13 at Hard Rock Café inside Harveys at Stateline, Lake Tahoe from 7 to 10 p.m.

Coyote Grill Sets Grand Re-Opening

Event Date: 
January 25, 2013 - 2:00pm

Milky Way Incorporated dba The Coyote Grill has set Friday, January 25th for its long-awaited ‘Grand Re-Opening’ said Coyote Grill owner, Leland Faegre whose expansion has more than doubled the size of its current business model.

Power restored to thousands of NV Energy customers at Tahoe

About 5,000 NV Energy customers were without power from Stateline to Cave Rock after the failure of four circuits at the Round Hill Substation 5:30 a.m. today.NV Energy spokesman Karl Walquist said...

Power fully restored to all NV Energy customers at South Shore Lake Tahoe area

UPDATE: Power was fully restored to the Kingsbury Grade area at around 2:50 p.m., said NV Energy spokesman Karl Walquist. A blackout earlier this morning affected about 5,00 Lake Tahoe customers from Stateline to Cave Rock and both upper and Lower Kingsbury Grade.

UPDATE: Most NV Energy customers in the Stateline and Zephyr Cove areas are back online this morning but about 500 customers in the lower Kingsbury Grade area continue to be without power as of 10:30 a.m., according to NV Energy spokesman Karl Walquist.
The areas affected are from Pony Express to the intersection of Highway 50, Walquist said. The Round Hill substation remains without power and crews have been able to route specific areas to get most of the customers back on line. Power went out at around 5:30 this morning to about 5,000 customers.
It remains unknown at this time what caused the blackout.

USFS looking for someone to operate Round Hill Pines

Forest Service seeks proposals to operate Round Hill Pines Resort

The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is soliciting proposals to reconstruct, operate and maintain Round Hill Pines Resort. Round Hill Pines is a family-oriented lakeside resort located on the LTBMU in Douglas County, Nevada, near the communities of Stateline, Nev., and South Lake Tahoe, Calif.

Top choices for Highway 50 project presented at Open House

Event Date: 
December 13, 2012 - 4:00pm

The leading alternatives for the US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project (Loop Road) as determined by attendees of two previous public workshops as well as next steps will be presented by the Tahoe Transportation District, www.TahoeTransportation.org, at an open house, Thursday, December 13, 4-6 p.m., at Harveys Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay B Room.

Tahoe Fund Presents $12,850 Check for Key Segment of Lake Tahoe Bikeway

The environmental non-profit Tahoe Fund presented a $12,850 check today to the Tahoe Transportation District for the Rabe Meadow Bike Path, a key segment of the proposed new bike and pedestrian route around Lake Tahoe called the Lake Tahoe Bikeway. The Bikeway will link communities around the lake, improve air quality, and provide a breathtaking recreational amenity for Tahoe residents and visitors.

South Lake Tahoe, Nevada Homes Sold in October

18 homes closed escrow on the Nevada side of South Lake Tahoe in October, 2012. This figure shows that interest in real estate at the lake is still strong. To date for the year there have been 127 homes to close escrow in that area, up from 118 in 2011 and 113 in 2010.

Here is the list of homes that closed escrow for the month of October, along with their neighborhood, selling price and asking price (in parenthesis):

148 Tramway #B, Kingsbury Neighborhood, $139,000 ($139,900)

Workshop on Wednesday for proposed South Shore Lake Tahoe Highway 50 revitalization project

Event Date: 
November 7, 2012 - 1:00pm

The Tahoe Transportation District will host its second public workshop to discuss the US 50, Lake Tahoe South Shore Community Revitalization project, Wednesday, November 7, at Embassy Suites from 1-3 p.m.

The Lake Tahoe workshop will provide background on the project, outline goals and solicit input from individuals throughout the community. The open house format allows for members of the community to participant in the workshop anytime between workshop hours.

Snow Way! First storm of the season lands at Lake Tahoe

Monday morning has brought the first winter snow of the season to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. Light to moderate snow is being reported this morning throughout the basin. The National Weather Service calls for 10 to 18 inches above 7,000 feet and 4 to 8 inches at lake level. A winter storm warning runs through Tuesday morning.

Cause of Round Hill fire under investigation

U.S. Forest Service investigators are still determining the cause of a fire that burned more than 2 acres near Round Hill Friday afternoon.The fire is believed to be human-caused, but an exact dete...

Round Hill fire expected to be contained tonight

A wildfire burned approximately two acres in the Round Hill area Friday afternoon.The fire started about 4 p.m. between Elks Point Road and Sewer Plant Road on U.S. Forest Service land, said age...

Wildfire burns in Round Hill

A fire has burned between 1.5 and 2 acres near Elks Point Road in the Round Hill area.The fire, which is on U.S. Forest Service land, is not threatening structures at this time, said Forest Serv...

Forest Service: Fire at Elks Point Road near Highway 50 at Lake Tahoe fully contained at 2.6 acres

UPDATE 8PM: The U.S. Forest Service reports Friday night that the fire burning on the Douglas County side of Lake Tahoe on public land off of Elks Point Road has been contained at 2.6 acres. Cheva Heck, spokeswoman for the Forest Service, said local government resources assigned to the fire are being released. An engine will remain at the fire site overnight. The cause of the fire is under investigation. "We have no reports with lightning or problems with power lines. The fire is believed to be human caused," she said.

Wilderness area proposal would harm Lake Tahoe economy says public Pro-Access group

With the comment period ending Thursday, August 30, the newly formed Sierra Pro-Access Group is asking outdoor enthusiasts to write against a U.S. Forest Service alternative plan that proposes creating new wilderness areas that would shut down some of the locals' most beloved recreation areas on public land around the Lake Tahoe Basin.

The economic effects on the Lake Tahoe Basin could be devastating, the group says, shutting out what clearly has been public access for not only snowmobiles, but mountain bikes, dirt bikes, and 4-wheel ATVs.

Accident at Elks Point Road and Highway 50 at South Shore Lake Tahoe sends one to the hospital

A mishap at a traffic light near Elks Point Road and Highway 50 sent a Lake Tahoe man to the hospital on Saturday morning, the Nevada Highway patrol reports. The injuries are non-life threatening.

South Lake Tahoe Police and Douglas County Sheriff's Office Report on July 4 crimes

With the South Shore swelling by more than 100,000 people, authorities remained busy over the Independence Day holiday with a number of calls on both sides of the state line. South Lake Tahoe Police Department Lt. David Stevenson reports the following:

Coyote Grill Welcomes the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center to 'All You Can Eat Chili'

Event Date: 
June 14, 2012 (All day)

The Coyote Grill welcomes the 'South Lake Tahoe Senior Center to 'All You Can Eat Chili.'

The Coyote Grill dishes up 'All You Can Eat Chili' every Thursday from 5:00 PM 'till closing and donates 20% of all proceeds to each beneficiary.

'The Best Place to Hang, Nevada Side...'

Lake Tahoe pilot bus service to run from Incline Village to Sand Harbor

A new bus service at Lake Tahoe that will run from Incline Village to Sand Harbor Beach State Recreation Area will begin this month.
A collaboration of the Tahoe Transportation District, the Nevada Division of State Parks, Nevada Department of Transportation, Nevada Highway Patrol and Washoe County School District will inaugurate the East Shore Express, a pilot Park and Ride bus service beginning June 15 through Sept. 3, 2012.

Chili fundraiser to benefit Live Violence Free

A Chili fundraiser at the Coyote Grill next to Safeway at Round Hill will be on Thursday night, June 7, from 5 to 9 p.m. the fundraiser is for Live Violence Free, formerly the South Lake Tahoe Women's Center. For information call Emily at (530) 544-2118.

Prankster faces misdemeanor after mail droppings

Douglas County Sheriff's deputies are recommending a disturbing-the-peace charge for a Stateline man who admitted placing feces in a mail box at the Safeway store in Round Hill, according to a depu...

Open house to present Incline to Sand Harbor transit service

The Tahoe Transportation District will host an Open House forum on Wed., May 16, to discuss the SR Highway 28 corridor safety and congestion issues. The forum will introduce the East Shore Express, a proposed shuttle from Incline Village to Sand Harbor Beach State Recreation Area this summer as well as updates on the North Demonstration Bikeway, a 3-mile off-road path between Incline Village and Sand Harbor.

Coyote Grill Announces Phase One Expansion

Milky Way Incorporated dba Coyote Grill has announced the signing of an Amendment to its lease in Round Hill Square allowing it to more than double the size of its current business model.

Currently occupied by ‘Paradise Nails and Spa,’ Suite 102 is 1684 square feet and will allow the Coyote Grill to begin its long anticipated expansion that will include entertainment, gaming, pizza and varietal coffees and espressos.

DEA holds nationwide prescription drug Take-Back Day on April 28

This spring, the Drug Enforcement Administration and its national and community partners will give the public another opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. On Saturday, April 28th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. local time, DEA and its partners will hold their fourth National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day at sites nationwide. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.

KTHO radio enters partnership with Coyote Grill owner

Imagine a place at Lake Tahoe where local bands can go to play, with quality sound and lighting — and live performances streamed across the Internet to be potentially heard around the world.
That vision could become a reality this year under a new partnership between Coyote Grill owner Leland Faegre and South Lake Tahoe-based KTHO radio.

Shriners Sponsor Screening Clinic at Lake Tahoe Surgery Center

Local orthopedic physicians will screen children for possible acceptance into the medical programs offered by Shriners Hospital for Children Northern California at a screening clinic sponsored by the Kerak Shriners on Saturday, March 31. The screening clinic will take place from 9 a.m.

Chili Fundraiser for South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce

Come to the Coyote Grill at Round Hill for $1 chili to ward away the cold! All proceeds benefit the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce. The South Tahoe Chamber is an independent, local community oriented organization, helping to create and promote events like the Meyers Tree Lighting and the Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show. Come and show your support!

Children’s Book Drive to Benefit Kids in South Lake Tahoe

The South Lake Tahoe Children’s Book Drive a group project through the Leadership Lake Tahoe Program will be commencing on March 1st and continuing through April 1st 2012.
The book drive is being conducted in conjunction with the National Library Week and National School Library Month.

New bus shelters sprout up in South Lake Tahoe area; more on the way

The operator of BlueGo, the South Lake Tahoe area public transportation system, has installed four new bus shelters in the city with plans for three more in early 2012 to provide additional safety, convenience and comfort for riders.

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