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Del Laine ~ March 20, 1930 - December 18, 2020
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/18/2020 - 4:12pm
Del Laine has left her mark on South Lake Tahoe in ways that many local residents might not know. She was a mover and shaker, whose focus was on making the city a better place. Her most important role, though, was promoting the well-being of women.
This pioneer died Dec. 18, 2020, at home from natural causes, with family at her side. She was 90.
She was born Dolores Mae Wright on March 20, 1930, in Oakland, Calif., to Mabel Paulson and Leslie Wright.
Brooke Laine and Jason Collin end terms on South Lake Tahoe City Council
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 4:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Former mayors Brooke Laine and Jason Collin said their good-byes Monday at their final City of South Lake Tahoe council meeting. Collin decided to not run after his four-year term as did Laine who finished ten years on the council.
Official groundbreaking of Soroptimist Stadium - Home of Girls' Softball
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 8:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For years the members of Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) have planned for a major legacy project for the community. The club has saved a portion of its fundraising proceeds for over a decade while searching for a major project which suits its mission to empower women and youth. The result of that search broke ground Wednesday - the renovation of the softball field at the South Tahoe Middle School. The socially distant ceremony was held with club members and partners in their endeavor.
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe awards 19 scholarships
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/25/2020 - 12:18am
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) awarded scholarships to a group of local students from South Tahoe High, George Whittell High, the Lake Tahoe Basin Fire Academy and Lake Tahoe Community College. The club, serving the community since 1959, has given out over one-million dollars to local graduates over the years.
New City Manager Joe Irvin now on the job for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/06/2020 - 11:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As of the City Council's special meeting Wednesday morning, the new South Lake Tahoe City Manager was on the job for 48 hours after being sworn in during a digital event that started off the week.
Douglas County school board selects their HR director as next superintendent
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/05/2020 - 2:38pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County School District has hired a new superintendent to replace the retiring Teri White.
In a unanimous decision, the board voted 7-0 to hire Keith Lewis as the next superintendent. Lewis is the District's current Human Resources executive director. He will start to transition into the position immediately and officially take over when White leaves, sometime this summer.
High Sierra Softball signups now underway
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 11:48am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Registration is now open for the High Sierra Softball League's 2020 season. Learn skills, make friends and be part of a team...and everyone plays. The league is open to players ages 5-16 - Minis age 5-8, Minors age 8-12, Majors age 12-16.
Online regular registration is open until March 21.
Registration Status: Open
Regular Registration: Saturday, February 1, 2020 - Saturday, March 21, 2020
Late Registration: Sunday, March 22, 2020 - Sunday, March 29, 2020
Program Duration: Saturday, March 28, 2020 - Sunday, June 21, 2020
Letter: Meyers Area Council urges "yes" vote on Measure B in March
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 12:54pm
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.
Carmen Elaine Withrow 1942 ~ 2019
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 1:16am
Carmen Elaine Withrow (Terrell) passed away peacefully on October 8th, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. A wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and friend, she will be dearly missed by those that knew and loved her. She was a compassionate person, kind to everyone, not one to talk about others and always there for you in a time of need. She was born on June 19, 1942 at home in Whitt, Texas, the youngest of 6 children and 12 years younger than the next oldest sibling.
Soroptimists of South Lake Tahoe to fund softball field renovations
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 6:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For the past decade, the Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) club has been allocating a percentage of annual fundraising efforts to a 'Major Project Fund.'
Members wanted to meet a series of developed criteria and ultimately leave a lasting legacy in South Lake Tahoe with that project and considered needs presented by area non-profits. A winner has been selected and members have just voted to give $325,000 to support the Soroptimist Softball Renovation Project.
Marlin Joseph "Hersh" Herschman ~ 1943 - 2019
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/16/2019 - 8:08pm
Hersh Herschman was never a certified tennis professional, but many of those who he instructed would say otherwise.
Born Marlin Joseph Herschman on Jan. 12, 1943, in St. Ignatius, Montana, he would always be best known as Hersh or The Hersh Man. He died Aug. 7, 2019, at The Chateau at Gardnerville in Nevada of inoperable brain cancer. His wife, Sheryl, and best friend for more than 40 years Greg Painter were with him. He was 76.
After graduating from St. Ignatius High School in Montana in 1961, Hersh joined the U.S. Army for two years. He spent two summers at West Point.
Small South Lake Tahoe fire spotted from Nevada Beach
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 1:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A person sitting on Nevada Beach Thursday morning saw a stream of smoke coming from the California side of the lake and called the fire department just before 10:00 a.m. The caller thought there was fire along the beach in South Lake Tahoe so a search began for the source. Other calls went into dispatch and the fire turned out to be on a strip of land near Spruce Avenue between Peninsula and Heather Lake Roads.
The fire was put out within five minutes of the arrival of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR). An area of 20' x 20' was burned.
Winners announced in annual Optimist Day in Paradise Duck Races
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/01/2019 - 10:46pm
The Optimist Club of South Lake Tahoe recently held a fun and successful Day in Paradise at Tahoe Paradise Park. Part of the day's festivities were the duck races with 156 decorated business entries.
The Business Duck Best of Show went to Lukin's Water Company and they chose to donate their $100 prize money to High Sierra Softball. First runner up was Base Camp Pizza, followed by SLT Mini-Storage with both of their entries in the top four, and honorable mentions went to Soroptimists International of Tahoe Sierra and Azul Latin Kitchen.
Kudos: High Sierra Softball appreciates generosity of the community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/07/2019 - 6:00am
High Sierra Softball kicked off Opening Day 2019 this weekend at South Tahoe High’s Field Of Dreams. With registration up 30 percent from last year, the High Sierra Board would like to thank and share the generosity of a local business and service club who are helping the athletes in our league participate to their fullest.
Blue Zone Sports donated 12 softball gloves to the league.
"Many of our kids don’t have any equipment or are using their grandpa's old baseball glove," said Board President, Chris Chandler. "This donation is very thoughtful and essential for our players."
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/03/2019 - 7:45am
This week at South Tahoe High School, students had to put their jackets back on, as the weather cooled down. A trio of students will take turns acting as student council president, and a 13-year-old partnership on the baseball pitch comes to an end.
On Campus
Students attended Industry Day on Tuesday to learn about different careers. They heard presentations from a range of companies, including the nutrition department and rehabilitation center of Barton Memorial Hospital.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 9:19am
With only two months until summer, South Tahoe High School is getting ready for end-of-year school spirit activities and dances. Students also took the time to prepare for tonight’s Black Light Dance and celebrate Earth Day.
On Campus
This week, students went online to select their schedule for next year.
Black Light Dance is in the student union 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. tonight. Before the dance, the Black Light Rally is being held in the school’s gym at noon.
Harrah’s Casino hosted a job fair Tuesday for students interested in summer jobs.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/05/2019 - 11:41am
This week at South Tahoe High School included large amounts of caffeine-based drinks, as students crammed for semester midterms. But after today’s tests, Spring Break begins, giving some of us time to regain lost sleep. In sports, a new team is born.
Spring Break Is Here
With school out for Spring Break next week, here’s what a few STHS students plan to do:
Freshmen Maiella Riva is going to Fiji for the whole week. She is most excited about swimming with sharks and enjoying the warm weather.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 7:33am
Yet another snowfall struck South Tahoe High School, as Spring Break is just around the corner. Students prepared for a busy, stressful week with midterms and college prep testing. Juniors visit Lake Tahoe Community College for a career expo, seniors fight through senior projects, and STHS continues to impress in sports.
In Academics
Juniors at STHS today participates in LTCC’s Career Expo, as part of the CCC 10-year program that’s taught by Julie Cain, a teacher at STHS.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 9:48am
At South Tahoe High School, the students celebrated the first day of Spring with jeans and t-shirts, as the temperatures got up to 50F and the ice melted away. This week started with an emotional experience at Challenge Day, students prepare for SAT and ACT testing, the athletics team have kicked off their seasons.
In School
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 10:14pm
South Tahoe High School endured the beginning of Spring weather as the snow stopped falling and temperatures rose to 45F, giving students hope of warmer weather for the next following weeks. This week at STHS students prepared for upcoming school events, Julia Russell discussed Challenge Day, and Sofia Hedqvist signed to a college to continue her volleyball career in North Dakota.
In School
Viking Corner: This week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/08/2019 - 9:06am
This week at South Tahoe High School, students put on their coats and boots to bear the snow, which continued to fall throughout the week. With temperatures on campus as low as 15F in the morning, it seldom got warmer than 30F. Also this week, the local 4-H club is looking for leadership coaches, and Kody Griffis just signed up to play college football in South Dakota.
In School
Viking Corner: This week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/01/2019 - 12:46am
In School
Students from South Tahoe High School are back from their Presidents’ Day break just in time for Advanced Placement, SAT and ACT tests to begin. The SAT exam takes place on March 9, while the ACT test is scheduled for April 13.
With the constant snow, the some of the students at STHS said they’re feeling the effects.
Alex Boyko, junior, said the miserable weather has made him a lot sadder recently.
Registration now open for the High Sierra Youth Softball league
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 11:41pm
Event Date:
March 5, 2019 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Rip, run and steal this season as a player in the High Sierra Softball League. Ages 5 to 16 are welcome to play, even for those who've never played before.
Register online at www.highsierrasoftball.com or drop by two of their sign-up days on March 5 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club or on Saturday, March 23 at the South Tahoe High Gold Gym between 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
That Saturday date will also be a gear swap and skills clinic for all age groups:
Ages 5-8......9:30–10:00 a.m. - Sign-ups and 10–11:00 a.m. - Skills Clinic
South Tahoe's Syndney McCarthy signs with Marymount California University
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 12:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sydney McCarthy, a four-sport varsity athlete at South Tahoe High School (STHS), is headed to Marymount California University to play softball for the Mariners. In front of family and friends, she signed her letter of intent on National Signing Day Wednesday.
A South Lake Tahoe native, Sydney has earned Rookie of the Year and Softball MVP honors while with the Vikings and was team captain last year.
She has also excelled in the classroom as well in her other sports of golf, volleyball, and cheer.
Jamie Anderson makes debut on Dancing With the Stars Monday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/30/2018 - 12:15pm
Jamie Anderson grew up on a snowboard at Sierra-at-Tahoe near South Lake Tahoe, and since those early days on the slopes the world has found out about how talented she is from the X Games to two Olympics. Now the country gets to see the South Lake Tahoe resident on the dance floor as the 26th season of Dancing With the Stars begins on April 30.
She will be seen on the long-running reality competition show which features an all-athlete edition this season, and it will be a much shorter season in 2018, lasting just four weeks.
Rainbow Sprinkles to reopen in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/15/2018 - 7:52pm
Have you missed your dose of doughnuts and frozen yogurt? No longer do you have to wait as Rainbow Sprinkles is reopening at the Y in South Lake Tahoe on Tuesday, January 16 at 6:00 a.m.
After their first year in business the owners closed for a couple of weeks to make some changes and are now excited to see the customers they've missed.
"We love our customers and can't wait to see them again!" said co-owner Salli Ross-Filgo. "We wanted to say how grateful we are to this community for their support. We have had the honor of serving so many wonderful people."
Community walks for suicide awareness and to remember Emily Alessi
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/11/2017 - 4:58pm
No community is immune to loosing one of their own to suicide. A small community faces many of the same risks as do urban centers, and, according to a recent study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicides in rural areas are on the rise.
In just over three years there have been 23 suicides in the Lake Tahoe portions of El Dorado County:
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2015 - 8 suicides
May 1, 2015 - May 31, 2016 - 4 suicides
"You can be anything you want to be" - Olympian Kristen Armstrong
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2017 - 2:06pm
"I love Tahoe," Olympic Gold medalist Kristen Armstrong said as she greeted South Tahoe Middle School (STMS) students on Wednesday. "You're lucky to have the mountains and the lake."
Armstrong, a four-time Olympian and three-time gold medalist stopped by two South Lake Tahoe schools (South Tahoe Middle School and Sierra House Elementary) to meet with students and deliver a message.
Rosie "Mrs. Rosie" Borges 7/10/29 - 12/24/16
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/28/2016 - 6:22pm
Rosie Borges, known by most in South Lake Tahoe as “Mrs. Rosie” passed away in her sleep on December 24, 2016. She was 87-years-old.
South Tahoe High student sworn in as student rep on LTUSD Board
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/15/2016 - 2:52pm
During Tuesday's meeting of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District Trustees, Board President, Barbara Bannar, administered the "Oath of Office" to this year's designated Student Representative, South Tahoe High's ASB President Kendra Conard.
Conard, 17, said she is looking forward to her year as the representative on the board.
As ASB President, Conard said her main goals this year will be to get more students involved in school activities, for them to get more school spirit, and to connect the South Lake Tahoe community more with South Tahoe High and their students.
Opinion: Why I'm running for Lake Tahoe Community College Trustee
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/16/2016 - 8:40pm
I am running as a candidate for Lake Tahoe Community College Trustee in District 4 because I believe a good education is one of the most important services a community can provide to its citizens.
Lake Tahoe Community College is in an extraordinary and unprecedented position with the passing of Measure F two years ago. I am committed to the prospect of offering students an affordable four-year degree program, upgrading our current facilities, building the University center and exploring the possibility of on campus housing for students.
Whittell and South Tahoe softball and baseball post season update
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/13/2016 - 8:25pmSouth Tahoe's girls softball team started off their Northern Nevada NIAA Division 1-A playoff season right, with a Thursday morning win over Elko, 8-1, but things didn't go the Viking's way after that. In Thursday afternoon's game against #1 seed Churchill County, the SLT girls lost a nail-biter, 1-0. During Friday's third round, South Tahoe High was matched up against Spring Creek, the host of the tournament. The home field advantage led them to a 8-6 win over STHS.
South Tahoe and Whittell High softball and baseball teams headed to playoffs
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/12/2016 - 7:12am
Seasons are wrapping up for local high school baseball and softball teams, and that means playoffs. Both boys and girls baseball and softball teams from South Tahoe High and Whittell High are headed into Northern playoffs
The South Tahoe baseball team is traveling to the other side of the state for their first round match up against the #3 seed team from Elko. Their May 13 game at Spring Creek High School against Elko starts at 10:30 a.m. The winner of that game meets Fernley at 3:30 p.m. with the championship game on Saturday at 1:00 p.m.
Big future on horizon for playfields in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/23/2015 - 7:35pm
The lack of fields for soccer, baseball, football, softball and other sports has long been a point of contention in South Lake Tahoe.
Recognizing the value of recreation in South Lake Tahoe, along with the need for trails, fields and parks, Measure S passed by voters in 2000. It brought in $6,500,000 to be used to maintain new bike trails, acquire, construct, and equip athletic fields, upgrade of Paradise Park facilities and construction of an ice rink. The measure promised three new fields in South Lake Tahoe, they got one.
2015 Monday Night Co-Ed Softball Champions
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/24/2015 - 10:27pm
After a summer of softball games, the Stardust sponsored softball team became the 2015 Monday Night Co-Ed Softball Champions.
A home run by Leo Rodelo led Stardust to victory in the final game on Monday against Steamers, a game they won 16-15. Stardust ended the season with a 13-2 record.
Pictured in the photo: (Back Row, L-R) Coach Kenny Sutton, Tony Carrizoza, Jason Kershell, Kris Andress, Leo Rodelo, Nick Aguilar. Front Row (L-R) Lindsey Schultz, Krisha, Sherry Hawks, Amanda Guiterrez, Dawn Borkowski. Not pictured is Carla Aguirre.
Community Carnival to raise funds for South Tahoe High yearbook
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/18/2015 - 9:05pm
The inaugural South Tahoe Community Carnival will be held at the South Tahoe High School on Saturday, September 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be games, prizes, a velcro wall, Sumo wrestling, performances, food, fun and school tours.
The carnival ill be set up at the school's softball field.
Last year, all students at South Tahoe High School were able to receive a free yearbook and they'd like to continue that tradition. All funds raised at the carnival go to support the STHS yearbook.
Whittell senior wins Gene Upshaw Memorial Scholarhip
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/19/2015 - 7:40pm
Whittell High School senior Daria Sharon was announced as the recipient for the seventh annual Gene Upshaw Scholarship Award at this year’s American Century Championship.
Her academic achievements and dedication to sports and community service made her the premier candidate to earn this scholarship, valued at $5,000.
Controversy surrounds elimination of "God" and "Country" from South Tahoe Little League pledge
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/29/2015 - 4:48pm
The National Little League pledge, written by Peter J. McGovern in 1954, reads as follows:
I trust in God
I love my country
And will respect its laws
I will play fair
And strive to win
But win or lose
I will always do my best
It has long been a tradition in South Lake Tahoe where players recite the pledge prior to every Major Division Little League game.
That tradition ended this year as the local Board of Directors decided to remove the words "God" and "country" from the pledge so it would read like this:
I will play fair
And strive to win
But win or lose
Emily Ann Alessi - March 23, 1990 - October 30, 2014
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/12/2014 - 11:37am
Emily Ann Alessi, 24, passed away unexpectedly at her home in South Lake Tahoe, California on Thursday, October 30, 2014.
STHS softball field almost ready
Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/02/2013 - 9:22pm
To the spectator’s eye, the South Tahoe High School softball field looks ready to play on. But it’s also less than ideal from a spectator’s point-of-view.
Team meeting for South Lake Tahoe coed softball league
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 03/21/2013 - 10:22amEvent Date:
April 3, 2013 - 6:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe Softball League is sponsoring an Adult Coed and Men’s League. A team meeting will be held at Steamers Bar and Grill on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 6 p.m.
All returning teams can sign up on April 3. Any spots left will be open to new teams starting April 8th. You can pick up your registration packets at Steamers Bar and Grill, The Sportsman next to the Grocery Outlet or City of South Lake Tahoe Parks and Recreation Department on 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd. any time after April 3.
ASA gearing up for new season
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/06/2013 - 6:00amDespite rumors that the High Sierra ASA has disbanded, the youth spring softball league is alive and well. There will be a meeting at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Kahle Community Center to elect a new boa...
Skibum: Five predictions for the new year
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/19/2013 - 9:46am
While tragic in nature as to what happened at the Globe event ( I can actually relate to what the parents are going through having lost one of my own) the lawsuits will likely begin. Doesn’t matter who, if anyone, is at fault you can bet there'll probably be one.
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Softball semis send Heat to finals
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/24/2012 - 6:00amThe adult co-ed softball league championships are right around the corner and The Heat will advance to the finals after defeating the Nevada Stars 17-8 on Tuesday. The Heat will take on the E-Fit A...
Several South Shore ball players named to all-state teams
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/06/2012 - 10:21amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Softball and baseball coaches from all over Nevada voted five South Shore players to the 2A and 3A all-state teams. While no player was a first team selection, Whittell h...
South Shore players are named to Mount Rose League All-Conference baseball and softball teams
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/21/2012 - 10:24amThe Mount Rose all-league players were announced this week, with the South Shore dotting all teams in softball and baseball. Colton Marchesseault was the lone Viking to make baseball's first team. ...
The path to equality: South Tahoe looks to even playing field for girls softball
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/18/2012 - 9:41amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is no softball field in South Lake Tahoe that is equal to the baseball field at South Tahoe Middle School, where high school and Babe Ruth baseball is played. Bu...
Whittell sweeps Silver Stage in 10 innings to advance in playoffs
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 05/06/2012 - 9:13amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - It only took Whittell 10 innings to sweep Silver Stage on Friday afternoon and advance to the second round of the Northern Nevada 2A softball playoffs, routing the Hawks 10-0...
Northern 2A playoffs announced by NIAA
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/30/2012 - 12:53pmThe NIAA recently announced the Northern Nevada 2A first round playoff games for baseball and softball. Whittell High School baseball, an eight seed, will face top-seeded Yerington High School o...
