south lake tahoe businesses
Help South Lake Tahoe businesses: Go Local Card now available for purchase
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 11:50am
The Tahoe Chamber and the City of South Lake Tahoe have partnered to launch the GO Local Tahoe Bonus Gift Card program to boost immediate local spending and support South Shore restaurants, retailers and service providers throughout Covid-19 restrictions. The community based, e-gift card allows recipients to spend their card at 41 (and growing) local businesses and rewards purchasers with bonus cards.
The green light to reopen caught many South Lake Tahoe businesses by surprise
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/15/2021 - 12:24am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - When the news hit that the Sacramento Region was moving out of the stay-at-home order Tuesday evening, the announcement caught many by surprise, especially those businesses that had been closed since it went into effect December 10, 2020.
South Lake Tahoe businesses can apply for COVID-19 relief grant program
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 11:31am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a very short window for small businesses to apply for the latest round in COVID-19 relief grants. From December 30 2020 - January 8, 2021, businesses can apply for some of the $475 million that will be made available in two rounds.
South Lake Tahoe businesses can now apply for global "Safe Travels" stamp through LTVA
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/31/2020 - 10:16pm
South Lake Tahoe has earned “Safe Travels stamp and global protocols” recognition as part of a progressive group working to restore confidence in travel from the World Travel & Tourism Council.
Op/Ed: Creating a community without the divide of a state line
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 2:00pm
On October 31, 2016 I wrote an editorial "Use the election to create a community of collaboration and teamwork" due to a growing vibe of discourse and anger across the country as well as in South Lake Tahoe.
Since we are once again in the midst of a contentious national election I saw a need to once again look at the definition of community as we focus on our local situation in El Dorado County and Douglas County.
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Tahoe Chamber Town Hall: New opening guidance and modifications
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/24/2020 - 9:16am
Event Date:
September 25, 2020 - 11:00am
Now that El Dorado County has moved from the "Red Tier" to the "Orange Tier" in the California's reopening framework, what does that mean for South Lake Tahoe businesses?
Join the Tahoe Chamber on Friday, September 25 at 11:00 a.m. for a Virtual Town Hall with the El Dorado County Public Health Officer to discuss the County's move into the new tier and what new openings and modifications will affect local business.
Featured Speaker:
Dr. Nancy Williams,
El Dorado County Public Health Officer
Register now: http://bit.ly/TownHallonOrangeTier
California puts "dimmer switch" on reopening - Many South Lake Tahoe businesses affected
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/13/2020 - 1:19pm
California Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered all counties in California to close indoor restaurants, bars, movie theaters and wineries as the state combats a surge in coronavirus cases. A list of 30 counties has further restrictions.
"We are moving back into a modification mode of stay at home orders," said Newsom in his Monday press conference. "It's a dimmer switch, not on or off."
He said they are looking at conditions and trendlines, both which are becoming points of concern.
South Lake Tahoe businesses awarded over $65,000 in COVID-19 grants
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/23/2020 - 10:06am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Eighty-seven small businesses have taken advantage of a special fund created to help them through COVID-19 related challenges.
The City of South Lake Tahoe put $50,000 into the fund and that was combined with other donations managed by the El Dorado Community Foundation. Other partners include the El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce, El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce, and many generous local donors.
Businesses in South Lake Tahoe were awarded $65,579.22.
Applications available for El Dorado County small business recovery funding
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 2:58pm
Since the beginning of March as the COVID-19 crisis was just beginning to feel like it could become a threat in our community, the El Dorado Community Foundation has granted out over $280,000 to individuals in need and nonprofits striving to continue providing their services through lost funding and canceled fundraisers.
The Foundation is beginning to shift focus from response to recovery as they see sectors of the community start to open back up. One component of that needed recovery will be in the form of financial support to the small business community.
Council approves $200,000 to go to business grants, COVID expenses and restaurant vouchers
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/13/2020 - 12:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - City Council approved $200,000 Tuesday to be used in the South Lake Tahoe community through business grants, COVID-related expenses, and a restaurant voucher program.
Following on the heels of their $50,000 donated to five nonprofits supplying food to the South Lake Tahoe community during the pandemic, the Council voted to follow the direction of the task force and allocate $100,000 to fund the COVID Compliance Grant Reimbursement Program, $50,000 for a Small Business Grant Program, and $50,000 to a Local Restaurant Voucher Program.
City Council amends emergency ordinance that fined second homeowners
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 11:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City Council voted Tuesday to amend their Emergency Order No. 1 from April that authorized administrative citations and fines of $1,000 for violations of the Governor's Stay at Home Order.
The City will not be fining second homeowners who visit their home in South Lake Tahoe but they will continue to fine those found renting out vacation homes until the Governor's ban on non-essential travel is amended.
South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County businesses move towards green light on reopening
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/09/2020 - 1:41pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Many South Lake Tahoe businesses will be able to open soon, but not until they have plans in place that comply with the State’s COVID-19 guidelines and the State approves and publishes the public health director's signed Variance Attestation and supporting documents.
South Lake Tahoe business rises to closure challenges
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/01/2020 - 10:23am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many South Lake Tahoe businesses have been impacted by closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic but one business, Rise Designs, has worked on sharing their designs with other local enterprises through their "Tahoe is My Happy Place" campaign.
Mike Miller and Marley Reel, coowners of the 13-year-old business that specializes in screenprinting custom hats and shirts with artwork for many local businesses and groups. They do projects with a customer's artwork or help them with it. They also recently created the City of South Lake Tahoe's new logo.
Overland Meat and Grass Roots giveaway in South Lake Tahoe Monday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/24/2020 - 12:27pm
Event Date:
April 27, 2020 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Just two weeks after giving away 1,000 pounds of hamburger to the community, Overland Meat & Seafood is doing it again, and this time they brought friends!
On Monday, April 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (or until supplies last), the two long-time South Lake Tahoe businesses will be giving away two pounds of hamburger and $10 Grass Roots gift cards to each family that comes by the Overland location at 2227 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
There will also be seasoning samples from Heart Rock Herb & Spice Co.
Enjoy South Lake Tahoe businesses that are open
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/05/2020 - 11:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Support of local businesses is important during these trying times, and a website has been created to give users up-to-date information on those open to the public during the coronavirus pandemic.
Visit https://tahoe.is/ for a complete list.
This list is updated by the business owners as things change.
Enjoy South Lake Tahoe businesses open during the pandemic
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/05/2020 - 11:38pm
Group of South Lake Tahoe businesses "Pay it Forward" to employees
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 11:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is "Pay It Forward Day" in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday, October 30 for a group of businesses based near the Heavenly Village.
All profits made during the day go back to the employees. While staff can do whatever they want with the money they are encouraged to reach out and help someone less fortunate.
"Let the ripples begin," said Ted Kennedy via Facebook as he encouraged people to support the businesses participating in the special day. He is a partner at the restaurants and gym taking part in "Pay It Forward Day."
Caltrans thanks South Lake Tahoe businesses and drivers for patience during highway project
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/03/2018 - 12:44am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Phase II of the three-year, $57,000,000 Highway 50 project from the Y to the Trout Creek Bridge in South lake Tahoe is complete and Caltrans will back in the Spring of 2019 to work on the final phase.
The project is a water quality project that has also addressed ADA compliance on curbs, widened bike paths to six feet, added bus pullouts, replaced curbs, gutters and sidewalks, added new pavement, added one stop light, and will have replaced two others and added left turn lane improvements at Sierra Boulevard when it wraps up next year.
Cannabis ordinance up for final vote at South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/17/2018 - 10:42pm
The South Lake Tahoe City Council will be continuing their July 17 discussion and voting on the new cannabis ordinance at their next meeting on Tuesday, August 21.
If approved, the new ordinance will replace the existing medical marijuana ordinance.
To enter the cannabis industry in South Lake Tahoe, businesses will have to obtain a Use Permit, a Development Agreement and a Public Safety License.
No more than two retailers, two microbusinesses and two cultivators. No person can own more than one cannabis business, and no more than one cannabis business can exist on a lot or parcel.
South Lake Tahoe businesses invited to be part of Spring Loaded
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 4:53pm
Businesses throughout the South Shore of Lake Tahoe are invited to participate in Spring Loaded, the annual series of events held in 2018 from March 17 to April 1.
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority along with its destination partners are launching Spring Loaded, a series of events that bring together the best of spring and winter with on-mountain activities at Heavenly Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Mountain, and Sierra-at-Tahoe. It's all about the loud outfits. lodging specials, restaurant deals, happy hour offerings, mid-week entertainment and live music.
Caltrans project outlined to South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/12/2017 - 11:17pm
For the next three summers, Caltrans crews will be in town to work on their U.S. Highway 50 South Lake Tahoe Highway Improvement Project, and Caltrans spoke with locals Wednesday evening about what they could expect during the project which starts May 1, 2017 and should end by winter, 2019. This will be their last Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program (EIP) task to collect and treat stormwater runoff which accomplishes several other goals as well.
$57 million will be spent in South Lake Tahoe to also:
City approves redesigned fire inspection procedures and fees
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/19/2017 - 11:11pm
Not all changes to the City of South Lake Tahoe's master fee schedule results in higher fees for residents and business owners.
During Tuesday' City Council meeting, Kevin Fabino, Director of the Development Services Department, presented the new Fire/Life Safety Inspection Program, something all South Lake Tahoe businesses must participate in annually for the safety of their customers and staff. The SLT Fire Department conducted the inspections until 2011, but they were suspended due to staffing shortages until 2015 when a fire inspector was hired for Fabino's department.
City of South Lake Tahoe declares state of emergency to pave way for funding
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/18/2017 - 7:45pm
The South Lake Tahoe City Council members voted unanimously to declare a state of emergency in the city after widespread flooding occurred after an atmospheric river passed over the community on January 7 and 8, 2017. The flooding was replaced by several feet of snow through January 12.
While the total impact on the community during the storm has yet to be tallied, making the declaration directs state and federal funds to South Lake Tahoe to alleviate the financial burden should major repairs be needed.
Scam targeting South Lake Tahoe businesses
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/02/2016 - 9:32pm
Two South Lake Tahoe businesses lost almost $1,000 each this past week when scammers called them, demanding payment of an electrical bill or their power would be shut off.
In both cases, individuals claiming to represent Liberty Utilities called the businesses and demanded payment. The business owners were directed to purchase a prepaid credit card and then call them back with the card number.
Liberty Utilities representatives will not place calls to customers for payment.
The end for long time businesses: Sam's Place closes, Cork & More to follow
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 5:52pm
Sam's Place Bar & Grill and the Cork & More, two iconic South Lake Tahoe businesses, surprised many with their news this week that they are ending their multi-decade runs on the South Shore.
For many, Sam's Place was where they went after work for pizza and a beer after work. Others enjoyed the pool, outdoor patio, sports on their televisions, slot machines or the camaraderie that comes with a neighborhood bar.
Man arrested for making threats at El Dorado County preschools
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 9:46am10 p.m. update 9/29/15:
The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office has arrested a 23-year-old Orangevale, CA man in connection with threats made at several El Dorado County preschools and day care centers over the past few days. Many of the schools closed temporarily in response to the threats to staff and children.
Michael McDermort was booked into El Dorado County Jail for charges related to terrorizing threats. As of Tuesday night he was still in jail on a bail hold of $51,500.
Changes in store for South Lake Tahoe businesses
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/13/2015 - 10:32pm
South Lake Tahoe is continuing its renaissance with businesses undergoing changes with either complete makeovers, remodeling or demolition and rebuilding.
Over the past several months, South Tahoe Now has been highlighting all of the changes along the South Shore. But we're not done yet as the changes continue.
Two South Lake Tahoe buildings to be razed at the "Y"
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/25/2015 - 7:44pm
A one-half acre parcel of land that once held two South Lake Tahoe businesses will soon be restored to open space after a land purchase by the California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC). The two buildings, located at 2122 Lake Tahoe Blvd, will be razed in the next few weeks according to Joe Pepi, Program Coordinator/Associate Environmental Planner with CTC.
Tahoe Psychic and Heads Up Smoke Shop have both been cleared out and a fence has been placed around the property. The smoke shop has relocated a block away.
Three South Lake Tahoe businesses sell alcohol to minors during sting
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/05/2015 - 7:51pm
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department cited three clerks for selling alcohol to minors during a minor decoy operation on Saturday, May 2.
Clerks at Beverages and More (BevMo), CVS in Bijou, and Safeway all sold the minor alcohol. One unidentified store did not sell the decoy alcohol.
A 24-year-old employee at BevMo, a 21-year-old employee at Safeway and a 35-year-old employee at CVS were all cited. At each store, the employees involved were women.
Two local businesses celebrate merger with Grand Opening
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/25/2015 - 10:19pm
Event Date:
March 28, 2015 - 10:00am
Two South Lake Tahoe businesses, Supported By Angels and Crystal Bridge are merging under one roof and they are celebrating the event with a two day grand opening.
Join owners Erin and Cynthia from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 28 and 29. The store is located in the Swiss Chalet Village at 2540 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite 1.
They are offering free 15 minute Angel and Psychic Readings by Erin and Cynthia and a free gift with every store or full session purchase during the grand opening.
Names of businesses caught selling alcohol to minors released
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/11/2014 - 1:28am
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department released the names of the businesses who sold alcohol to minors during last week's project Minor Decoy.
Minors working with the department attempted to purchase alcohol from 33 South Lake Tahoe businesses but were only successful in two of them.
A 32 year old clerk at Alpine Liquors, located at 1950 Lake Tahoe Blvd, was cited for selling alcohol to a minor as was a 32 year old employee at Chevy’s Restaurant, located at 3678 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Nominate your favorite South Lake Tahoe businesses for Blue Ribbon Award
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/16/2014 - 11:49pm
From quality shopping, accommodations, media, recreation and dining options to the myriad service providers and businesses, the Blue Ribbon Awards honor all that business should be. This important awards program salutes those businesses that are making significant contributions to the South Shore economy.
Police Chief’s Monthly Report to the South Lake Tahoe Community
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/05/2014 - 10:12pm
Property Crime: Several South Lake Tahoe businesses were disrupted over the past three months (June/July/August) by 19 different smash and grab commercial burglaries. Typically, these burglaries are occurring in the early morning hours (between 3am-9am. The offender(s) have broken windows or glass doors to gain access to these businesses across town. The crimes have not been centralized in any one particular area, although several have occurred in the area of the Y and some of the same businesses have been victimized more than once.
Gas from Tahoe Tom's leaking into nearby drinking water well
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/22/2014 - 9:17pm
With a $412,900 fine from previous violations in 2007 still outstanding, Tahoe Tom's Gasoline Station in South Lake Tahoe is once again in trouble with the Lahontan Regional Water Board.
Recent water samples from a drinking well at a Stateline area motel near Tahoe Tom's have revealed the presence of the contaminant MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) at concentrations above the drinking water standard for taste and odor. The detection in MTBE from the well have been increasing during the past year, probably as a result of drought conditions lowering the water table.
Women's Health Week: Mesothelioma Caused by Exposure to Asbestos
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/20/2014 - 10:44pm
National Women's Health Week wrapped up a couple of days ago, but there are ongoing issues that not just women need to be aware of, one of which is Mesothelioma. This rare cancer is caused by exposure to asbestos, and since
this is found naturally in South Lake Tahoe and El Doraado County, as well as in 43 other counties in California, I thought I'd share this information
What is Asbestos?
City of South Lake Tahoe Holding a Community Workshop on Business Displays
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/23/2014 - 11:21pmEvent Date:
January 30, 2014 - 5:30pm
Outdoor displays in front of South Lake Tahoe businesses will be the topic of a workshop on January 30 at 5:30 pm in the City Council Chambers at the airport.
Should additional commercial area be allowed in front of businesses? If so, how much? Should any types of commercial retail products be allowed? Should the products be related to the business or ancillary to the business?
Your input is needed to help formulate recommendations to the City Council for changes to the City's Code. Come and voice your opinion!
Happy Anniversary Vinny's Pizza & Pasta of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/08/2013 - 8:48am
Vinny's Pizza and Pasta celebrated their 1st year in business in Lake Tahoe with an afternoon of free pizza and celebration!
The HGTV Dream Home Giveaway
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2013 - 9:54am
For the past 16 years, HGTV has been giving away custom built, unique homes to lucky viewers around the country. For the 2014 home, producers came to the Lake Tahoe area in search for the new location and have chosen to build in the Schaffer's Mill neighborhood of Truckee.
South Lake Tahoe businesses, school elevating Compost Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/18/2012 - 4:52pmA handful of local businesses - and a South Shore school - are taking South Lake Tahoe food waste management to the next level, and hope to close the recycling circle by spring. Composting isn't...
South Lake Tahoe area vendors wanted for SnowGlobe 2012
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 5:14pmSnowGlobe Music Festival 2012 is coming to South Lake Tahoe December 29-31. The SnowGlobe team is seeking local South Lake Tahoe businesses to be part of their concessions and vending platform. BBC catering, the 2012 concessions manager, looks to create a “Taste of Tahoe” offering which will feature local restaurants and providers on site.
Paradise Real Estate, Paradise Timeshare Resale Move To New South Lake Tahoe Office
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/20/2012 - 10:46pmThe owners of two South Lake Tahoe businesses, Paradise Real Estate and Paradise Timeshare-Resale, have moved their offices to new locations at The Shops at Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. Dan Spano, the owner/broker of Paradise Real Estate and Carl Thoms, the owner/broker of Paradise Timeshare Resale have moved into Suites 36C and 37, respectively, in between the Heavenly Village Cinema and the new Lakefront Wedding & Events office and adjacent to the miniature golf course.
Secret Witness program key to closing cases
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/15/2011 - 3:33pm
More than five years after the parents of a slain South Lake Tahoe teenager asked local authorities for help in solving the 1980 murder of their son, the case remains active and some remain hopeful the case could be solved.
Information that surfaced two years ago about the murder of Richard Swanson turned the cold case into an active one, with retired FBI agent Jeff Rinek and South Lake Tahoe police investigator Chuck Owens continuing their search for the killers.
Council moves towards sign ordinance changes
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/13/2011 - 5:49pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe businesses could be bathed in blue and white Christmas lights under changes proposed to the city's sign ordinance this week.Businesses would be allowe...
