Truckee
Conservancy receives $2.98M to help restore Upper Truckee Marsh
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/29/2019 - 11:52am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) has been awarded a large piece of funding to help its $10.6 million project to restore the 500 acre Upper Truckee River Marsh.
CTC was awarded $2.98M by the California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) to help with the project at the marsh, the largest wetland in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Chain controls go up as storm hits Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 4:35pm
5:00 p.m. Update: Expect a snowy night and slow-moving over roads in the Sierra. Chains controls on US50 are now up starting in Cedar Grove, west of Pollock Pines, at Pioneer on SR88, and above Gold Run on I80.
At this hour, traffic is at a standstill on I80 after multiple spinouts and crashes all the way to the California-Nevada state line.
CHP is also reporting some issues on US50 west of Echo Summit with two spots were cars are off the roadway, as well as SR88 near Christmas Valley.
NV Energy prepares for storm heading to Lake Tahoe and offers helpful tips
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 1:22pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The incoming winter storm will not only bring with it heavy snow but also wind with gusts up to 115 mph over the crest of the Sierra.
"Safety is our top priorty," said NV Energy Director of Delivery Operations, Brian Costello. He said during these storms there is a concern for both public and staff safety with downed power lines.
NV Energy supplied electricity to the Nevada side of the Lake Tahoe Basin and to the Truckee Donner PUD. Their power lines go over the Mt. Rose Highway into Incline Village and over Kingsbury Grade into the South Shore.
Prescribed fire operations continue in Tahoe Basin, weather and staffing permitting
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 10:50pm
North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, along with California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy and the USDA Forest Service are scheduled to continue prescribed fire operations over the next few weeks in the Tahoe Basin, weather, conditions, and staffing permitted.
Scheduled Prescribed Burns:
Tahoe Pines Campground
Lake Tahoe and Sierra area roadwork 11/25 - 12/1/19
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 1:53am
Most traffic-interfering work will be restricted from 6 a.m. Wednesday, November 27 until 10 p.m. Monday, December 2 due to the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $5.2 million project to upgrade metal beam guardrail and construct concrete barriers at 89 locations from the Red Hawk Undercrossing to 1.9 miles west of the junction with State Route 89 in Meyers. Completion is expected this fall or spring 2020.
No planned weekend traffic relief in Meyers this winter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/23/2019 - 1:43am
MEYERS, Calif. - Residents attending the El Dorado County Town Hall meeting in Meyers on Thursday didn't hear what they wanted to about the upcoming winter and any plans that could be put in place to alleviate traffic jams in neighborhoods.
As is the case with all meetings concerning traffic in Meyers, there were several audience members with ideas from instituting maximum vehicles allowed in the Lake Tahoe Basin to turn restrictions and road closures during specific hours.
Holiday Engine schedule from Lake Valley Fire Protection DIstrict
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2019 - 12:20pm
The Lake Valley Fire Protection District has released its much anticipated holiday fire engine schedule. They will be driving through neighborhoods in the county portions of the South Shore.
LVFPD Holiday Engine Schedule
They start about dark (5:00 p.m.) and go to 8:00 p.m.
December 11 – Echo View Estates, Tahoe Mountain Road, Mule Deer Circle
December 12 – Lake Tahoe Blvd from Boulder Mountain Drive to Grizzly Mountain Drive
Christmas tree permits go on sale Monday in Lake Tahoe - other forests already on sale
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 12:46am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) will begin the sale of Christmas tree permits on Monday, Nov. 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. Permits cost $10 each payable by cash, check or credit card (though they prefer the quicker transaction of cash).
There is a change to the policy this year - only one permit will be allowed per family or per address, instead of the previous two. They said by limiting permits to one per family, more will enjoy cutting down a tree this year.
Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork 11/17 - 11/23/19
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/16/2019 - 3:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans will continue roadwork projects in El Dorado County and Lake Tahoe as weather permits. All grading has been completed until Spring 2020.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $5.2 million project to upgrade metal beam guardrail and construct concrete barriers at 89 locations from the Red Hawk Undercrossing to 1.9 miles west of the junction with State Route 89 in Meyers. Completion is expected this fall or spring 2020.
Volunteers sought as Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe opens new South Lake Tahoe office
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 10:55pm
Event Date:
December 10, 2019 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) will be opening an office in South Lake Tahoe to better serve the community and will be celebrating their grand opening on December 10, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The new location will be in mid-town adjacent to the former Sato Sushi, 3438 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. They will be offering a full list of services from cat adoptions to free vaccination clinics.
Lake Tahoe and Sierra area roadwork 11/10 - 11/16/19
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/09/2019 - 10:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As weather allows, Caltrans will continue work as they wrap up their projects. NOTE: Most lane closures are restricted on Monday, November 11 due to the Veterans Day holiday.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $5.2 million project to upgrade metal beam guardrail and construct concrete barriers at 89 locations from the Red Hawk Undercrossing to 1.9 miles west of the junction with State Route 89 in Meyers. Completion is expected this fall or spring 2020.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 11:45am
Stress levels were high this week for students at South Tahoe High School. Seniors finish college applications due at the end of the month and sports head off to regional championships.
Seniors
College applications have been an ongoing battle for the seniors this year. Counselors have been working with each student to make sure they are on track. Deadlines are coming up and here’s what a few seniors have to say about it:
Hundreds in line as Whole Foods Market opens its doors in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 1:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the doors opened at Whole Foods in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday morning, the line that had wrapped around the building made its way into the much-anticipated store grand opening.
The line started forming at 6:00 a.m.
Finalists named for 12th annual Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 8:26pm
LAKE TAHOE, Ca./Nv. – Tahoe Chamber's 12th annual Blue Ribbons Awards will be held on Thursday, November 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. The event honors and celebrates South Shore businesses and individuals.
The cost of the event is $65 for Tahoe Chamber members and $85 for non-members and includes champagne upon arrival, a 3-course dinner and a glass of wine.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 11:59pm
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 the time of the story.
10/23
Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork 11/3 - 11/9
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 10:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As road construction season in the Sierra winds down, Caltrans crews are wrapping up work for 2019 on several major projects.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $5.2 million project to upgrade metal beam guardrail and construct concrete barriers at 89 locations from the Red Hawk Undercrossing to 1.9 miles west of the junction with State Route 89 in Meyers. Completion is expected this fall or spring 2020.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 12:10am
This week at South Tahoe High School, students dressed up for Spirit week and seniors on the volleyball and soccer teams played their last home games.
On Campus
To celebrate Halloween, the STHS Leadership and Yearbook groups created a Spirit week, where students dressed up in different themes, including angels versus devils, 80’s day, E-boy/girl versus VSCO girl, Halloween costumes, and blue-and-gold gear.
Points for dressing up increased this week compared to previous Spirit weeks, which helped drive up participation.
Athletics
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 12:16am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to October 17 - 29, 2019.
10/17
ARRESTS (5):
25-year-old male arrested for public intoxication, shoplifting, and violation of probation.
34-year-old male arrested on warrants out of Placer County: 1 violation of probation, and 2 failure to appear bench warrants.
26-year-old male arrested for violation of probation and trespassing.
New segment of State Route 89 in Tahoe City opens
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 9:07am
TAHOE CITY, Calif. - What many have been waiting for is now open to traffic on the North Shore. The long-anticipated new quarter-mile segment of State Route 89 includes a new 153-foot bridge crossing over the Truckee River, a roundabout on the south end next to the Tahoe City Transit Center and another roundabout on the north end near the Caltrans Maintenance Station, allowing a second entry/exit route for Lake Tahoe’s West Shore.
The new Truckee River Bridge and realignment of SR89 are meant to ease congestion in the Tahoe City area.
Lake Tahoe and Sierra area roadwork 10/27 - 11/1/19
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/26/2019 - 8:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is wrapping up their 2019 road projects in the Sierra and on the California side of Lake Tahoe.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
STPUD informs Alpine County they are ending recycled water agreement
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 9:18am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Effective the end of November, the South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) is ending an agreement with Alpine County regarding its recycled water operations.
STPUD has paid Alpine County an annual mitigation fee to address potential impacts caused by recycled water for 35 years, a fee that is approximately $100,000 per year.
STPUD says there have not been adverse impacts from the recycled water operations and the agreement is no longer necessary.
Opinion: Sierra Boulevard is at an end; Looking forward to the next beginning
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 11:54pm
It's been one heck of a summer in terms of driving around town. Between Echo Summit and the Meyers roundabout, the horrible accident at Elks Club, US50 through town and then the construction at Stateline that caused delays back to Zephyr Cove in mid-September. Luckily, the Stateline issue was quickly remedied, the highway at Elks Club seems mostly repaired, and the Meyers roundabout turned out great.
Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition seeks nominations of those keeping Tahoe/Truckee bike friendly
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 12:02am
Each year, the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition (LTBC) honors those that have made significant advancements in promoting safer bicycling and walking opportunities for Lake Tahoe. LTBC is seeking nominations from the public for individuals, public agencies, organizations, and businesses who made the Tahoe - Truckee region more bike-friendly in 2019.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2019 - 11:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to October 7 -16, 2019.
10/7
ARRESTS (2)
72-year-old male cited and released for possession of an altered shopping cart.
32-year-old male cited and released for driving on a suspended license.
TRAFFIC STOPS (14)
OTHER CALLS FOR SERVICE (31):
Alarm: 1100-block Emerald Bay Rd.
Assist Outside Agency: 2600-block Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Assist Outside Agency: Lake Tahoe Blvd/River Dr
Assist Outside Agency: 700-block Tuolumne Dr.
Lake Tahoe and Sierra area roadwork October 20 - 26
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 10:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is conducting work on Lake Tahoe and Sierra highways. The following are their current projects for the week of October 13-19, 2019.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $5.2 million project to upgrade metal beam guardrail and construct concrete barriers at 89 locations from the Red Hawk Undercrossing to 1.9 miles west of the junction with State Route 89 in Meyers. Completion is expected this fall or spring 2020.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2019 - 7:45am
After a fun homecoming week, students of South Tahoe High School bare down for the upcoming week of midterms and testing. The fall sports season is coming to an end.
On Campus
Midterms are Thursday and Friday next week. Study labs are held after school for support and tutoring in different courses before the tests. Midterms mark the halfway point for the first term of the 2019-2020 year. The stress begins to increase, especially for the seniors.
Opinion: Putting a price on carbon
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 10:41pm
We participated in the recent climate strike and were moved and inspired by the large crew of South Tahoe High students that hiked the four miles from the High School to Lake View Commons with a clear and unified demand for climate action. It is also encouraging to live in a City that has resolved to transition the City’s entire electrical grid to clean energy by 2032, and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 80 percent below baseline by 2040.
South Lake Tahoe Highway 50 roadwork update
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 6:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Roadwork on a three-year $57 million project along Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe is coming to an end. Until November 1, crews will be working on some curb and gutter portions of the road along with some sidewalk repair. They will also be working on electrical components, landscaping, erosion control and painting of lines.
Achievable housing project planned for North Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:12pm
Placer County has purchased the 11-acre Nahas property near Tahoe City for $3.42 million. They are working with housing developer partner Related-Pacific Companies to develop conceptual options for a potential mixed-use commercial and achievable housing project on the site.
While the purchase represents a step forward in bringing more achievable housing to North Lake Tahoe, development concepts for the site are still in early stages and no project proposal has yet been brought forward for formal consideration or approval.
Sierra and Lake Tahoe area roadwork October 13 - 19
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 8:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is conducting work on Lake Tahoe and Sierra highways. The following are their current projects for the week of October 13-19, 2019.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $5.2 million project to upgrade metal beam guardrail and construct concrete barriers at 89 locations from the Red Hawk Undercrossing to 1.9 miles west of the junction with State Route 89 in Meyers. Completion is expected this fall or spring 2020.
Volunteer mapping of invasive plants along Upper Truckee River completed
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A three-year effort to survey the Upper Truckee River for aquatic invasive plants has wrapped up. Community members, supported by staff from the League to Save Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Resource Conservation District, and California State Parks joined together to map the plants in order to prevent their spread during major upcoming restoration projects along the river, Lake Tahoe’s largest tributary.
Tahoe Chamber announces Blue RIbbon Award nominees
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 2:04pm
Event Date:
November 14, 2019 - 5:30pm
Close to 70 nominees will be celebrated at the 12th annual Blue Ribbon Awards on Thursday, Nov. 14 at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Hotel and Casino. Join the Tahoe Chamber in celebrating the businesses and individuals that make the South Shore a great community to live, work and play. Admission to this event is $65 for Tahoe Chamber members and $85 for non-members. Tickets include champagne, wine and full 3-course dinner prepared by Harrah’s executive culinary team. Table sponsorships are also available for purchase.
Lake Tahoe will not be affected by PG&E public safety power outage
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 1:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Cali. - To reduce wildfire risk during the forecasted severe wind event in California west of Lake Tahoe, Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) will implement a Public Safety Power Shutoff in parts of northern, central and coastal counties of the state, but not in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
PG&E expects to begin turning off power later Tuesday night, just after midnight.
South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge Kids’ Fishing Derby a success
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 12:20pm
The South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge hosted another successful Annual Kid’s Fishing Derby on Sunday, September 22, 2019, at Lake Baron at Tahoe Paradise Park. This was the 17th year the Moose Lodge has hosted this free event for children in the Lake Tahoe area.
Registration began at 8:00 am and wrapped up at 2:00 p.m. Hot dogs, chips, sodas, and water were provided free to all registered children.
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Lake Tahoe area roadwork October 6 - 12
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/05/2019 - 9:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is conducting work on Lake Tahoe and Sierra highways. The following are their current projects for the week of Octber 6-11, 2019.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Felon detained after South Lake Tahoe SWAT operation at Upper Truckee River
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/04/2019 - 10:16am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There was an early morning SWAT operation near the Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe on Friday after police received photos of a homeless felon living in the area with a rifle.
The pre-planned South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) operation went into a homeless encampment near the bridge at the end of Ponderosa Street and Sunset Drive at 6:24 a.m. on October 4. They used flash-bang distraction devices during the operation.
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals to hold mixers on both north and south shores
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:08pm
Young professionals and other community members have two opportunities to network on both the north and south shores of Lake Tahoe during the month of October.
The Tahoe Regional Young Professionals (TRYP) will host two networking mixers. On the South Shore, their networking mixer is on Wednesday, October 9, and on the North Shore, the mixer is on Tuesday, October 15.
Everyone in the community are invited to attend these events, regardless of age. Although membership is encouraged and available for purchase at events, it is not required.
Power outage in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 12:41pm
3:45 p.m. update: Crews have been able to re-route power to re-energize most customers. The remaining customers are expected to be re-energized by 5:30 pm and then crews will focus on the long term repairs through the night.
3:20 p.m. update: Power has been restored to about half of those affected by the earlier outage. Liberty Utilities says the remaining 3,184 customers should have power restored by 3:41 p.m.
Lake Tahoe and Sierra area roadwork 9/29 - 10/5
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 11:01pm
The following is a list of road projects underway by Caltrans around the Lake Tahoe Basin and surrounding highways of the Sierra.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Winter Weather Advisory returns overnight in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 1:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A winter storm just days after the first day of Autumn isn't too unusual for the Lake Tahoe region, but it always catches everyone by surprise and leaves one wondering if Fall will return.
Many areas at lake level saw an inch or so of snow, with a few inches at upper elevations. Expect more of the same Sunday night into Monday morning. The Winter Snow Advisory goes into effect Sunday night at 5:00 p.m. and lasts until 10:00 a.m. Monday.
Howie Nave chats with Dan Aykroyd on Music, Movies and Vodka
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:16pm
Dan Aykroyd called my morning radio show on 93.9FM Friday to talk about his appearance Sunday over at the Hard Rock Hotel Lake Tahoe. There he will present an evening of Q & A, tell some fascinating stories in an exclusive evening presented by his business, Crystal Head Vodka billed as 'An Evening with Dan Aykroyd.'
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 7:53am
This week at South Tahoe High School, students found their voice about climate change and the varsity volleyball team travels to archrival Truckee in a battle for the league’s top spot.
Climate Change Strike
Last Friday, hundreds of students at STHS walked out of their classes in protest against climate change inaction. Some even marched down towards the Lakeview Commons and spoke in front of locals. Inspired by the strike, other students are coming together to find more effective ways of protest.
Grinding and paving project Thursday at Highway 50 bridge
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2019 - 7:36pm
MEYERS, Calif. — Grinding and paving work for emergency repairs to a section of U.S. Highway 50 just east of Meyers is scheduled for all day on Thursday.
The deck and asphalt approach on each end of the Sawmill Bridge over the Upper Truckee River need to be resurfaced and the guardrail on the 134.5-foot structure has to be replaced after crash between a tanker truck and Prius led to an explosion and fire on September 7.
Business licenses issued by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 4:57pm
The following 165 businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the months of May, June and July 2019:
MAY
5/1
BEACH HUT DELI
RIO NAILS SPA
STATELINE BREWERY & RESTAURANT
STATION HOUSE INN
5/2
BLUE MEADOW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
TAHOE TAX & ACCOUNTING SERVICES
5/3
ANNETTE HUTCHINSON PET SITTING
NORCAL ARCHITECTURE
5/4
ACCO ENGINEERED SYSTEMS INC
KS PLUMBING INC
OLD STAGE MOBILE HOME PARK
TACO BELL 036120
TACO BELL 036125
5/6
CAL HEAVENLY VALLEY MOBILE ESTATES
TAHOE BASIN BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS, LLC
TRUCKEE CREEK COTTAGES
Victim in fiery South Lake Tahoe crash remembered
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2019 - 8:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a day like any other for Daniel Noah Peterson. A trip to deliver fuel to South Lake Tahoe gas stations before heading home for the night. Doing a job he loved to do.
It was Saturday, September 7, 2019.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2019 - 4:03pm
Students of South Tahoe High School got a taste of fall this week, as the weather brought rain and wind. Homecoming Week planning began, students learned about the impact of social media, and sports teams prepared to travel this weekend.
Homecoming
The Homecoming Parade is slated for October 12. Students plan on walking from T.J. Maxx to the high school to celebrate homecoming traditions. Ms. Russel’s leadership classes expect a big crowd and a fun day before the homecoming dance that evening.
Over 300 Vail employees volunteer during 10th annual EpicPromise Week
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2019 - 10:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — More than 300 employees from Vail resorts at Lake Tahoe - Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar - joined in during the 10th year of Vail's EpicPromise Week and volunteered hundreds of hours with local community programs focused on youth, education and the environment. This year they teamed up and contributed to four different projects around Lake Tahoe.
Two newest South Lake Tahoe police officers excel at academy
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2019 - 9:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) has two new members - Christopher Cable and Charles Roesch. Both men were sworn in during a ceremony Tuesday, September 17.
Before their swearing in, both Cable and Roesch graduated from the six-month long Napa Police Academy on Saturday. At graduation both were honored for their grades and skills and ended up as the top two in their class.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork September 15 - 21
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2019 - 5:58am
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2019 - 7:17am
South Tahoe High School had a slow week, as students began to settle in. On the other hand, the sports teams have a busy weekend.
The cross-country team is competing in a meet at the Nevada Union High School on Saturday.
“I can see great potential in everyone going forward and can’t wait to see what the team will bring to big meets, come the end of season,” said junior Carissa Buchholz, the current 3A Nevada state champion.
