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Meyers residents protest, speed limit hike moves forward anyway
Submitted by Li Terrell on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 1:59am
Residents of Meyers met with Caltrans officials Tuesday evening in a public meeting to discuss the proposed raising of the speed limit on Highway 50. More than 50 residents, business owners and families showed up to question the wisdom of the proposal and the survey results themselves. However, the results of the meeting indicate that Caltrans will proceed with the changes and the new speeds posted within two months.
Fishing report through Feb. 21
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 4:10amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon. This report is through Feb. 21.
Column: Falling in Love All Over Again
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 9:44am
(Editor's note: Today begins a regular feature to South Tahoe Now by South Lake Tahoe-based Certified Wellness Coach and Advanced Integrative Therapist Krista Kline. Visit her website at www.kristaekline.com.)
So here it is. Valentine’s Day. A day of love and romance for some. A dreaded day of heartache and bitterness for others. Some of you may receive cards, flowers, a phone call from a friend, a nice romantic dinner or even a marriage proposal. Some of you will spend the day alone, avoiding the satin heart mayhem and gooey sentimental couples that inevitably come with the traditions of February 14th.
inter health tips for older adults: Beat the winter blues and stay healthy
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 6:00amThe nights are longer. The air is colder. The last thing you might want to hear is that you should go outside for a walk, but a simple stroll around your neighborhood is one of three key tips to st...
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death...
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/01/2012 - 5:11pmA harrowing tale of survival, "The Grey" depicts a plane crash that leaves a handful of survivors stranded in the wilderness with a predatory pack of wolves hot on their trail.Ottway, a melancho...
Full Text of President Obama's State of the Union address; GOP response
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 7:47pm
The following is the complete text of President Obama's State of the Union address as written.
Remarks of President Barack Obama - As Prepared for Delivery
State of the Union Address
"An America Built to Last"
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012
Washington, DC
Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans:
Fishing report though Jan. 11
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 7:30amHere is the fishing report for the week of Jan. 4-11. The report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, Northern California and Southern Oregon.
Nevada State Parks celebrates 2012 with free New Year's Day guided hikes
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 11:30amBy Bob Conrad
The Nevada Division of State Parks is sponsoring free, guided hikes in seven state parks on New Year’s Day as part of America’s State Parks First Day Hikes initiative.
First Day Hikes offer individuals and families an opportunity to begin the New Year rejuvenating and connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy hike on January 1, 2012 at a state park close to home.
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Chamber's winter wine walk mixer was a success
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 10:04amTahoeChamber.org would like to thank all of the business hosts and attendees that participated in the Winter Wine Walk Business After Hours Mixer in the Shops at Heavenly Village. More than 150 mem...
LTSS Chamber Wine Walk BAHM!
Submitted by admin on Tue, 12/06/2011 - 1:28pm
Join the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber for a Winter Wine Walk BAHM on December 8th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
Check in at the Marriott Grand Residence and visit our member businesses while socializing with fellow chamber members.
Tickets are just $10 for members/$20 non and include food & beverages, raffle prizes, ice skating and more. Complimentary valet parking provided by the Marriott Grand Residence. See Tahoechamber.org for more information or call (775) 588-1728.
Chamber to host Winter Wine Walk BAHM
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/03/2011 - 6:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Toast the town with the local shops and art galleries at the Heavenly Village with the TahoeChamber.org from 5:30-8:30 p.m., Dec. 8.With a wine walk passport, participant...
What's Cookin' at Callie's Cabin: Fruit-nut scones with sweet surprise(s)
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/18/2011 - 6:46pmEver notice that when you make plans or have an expectation that sometimes things just don't turn out the way you saw it in your vision? Well, that happened to me on Wednesday. After the dog walk a...
Vision plan, loop road seen as paths to better economy, environment
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/11/2011 - 1:48pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Remodeled casinos rise above tree-lined streets where people walk leisurely between new restaurants and retail shops.An orchestra plays at a new entertainment venue at...
Regulation Allowing Firearms In State Parks Wins Lawmaker Approval
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/31/2011 - 6:47am
By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – A regulation eliminating a prohibition on carrying firearms in state parks has been approved by the Legislative Commission. The regulation still prohibits the discharge of a firearm in a state park with some limited exceptions, such as designated target shooting areas.
21st Annual Women's Wellness Week at Tahoe's Granlibakken
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 2:01pmAs part of Granlibakken’s commitment to health & wellness, the annual Lake Tahoe Women’s Wellness Weekend – a long standing community event previously coordinated by the Tahoe Forest Hospital - will now be hosted by Granlibakken, Nov. 12-13, 2011. The event fuses Eastern tradition with Western practices to offer a balanced weekend interactive clinics on skin screenings, body/muscle testing; inspirational and informative seminars on health, nutrition, aging; recreational activities along with food and wine.
Carson City embraces its haunted past
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/10/2011 - 1:06amAberrations await and spirits will linger throughout the historic district of Carson City during the 19th annual Classic Ghost Walk on Oct. 22. Madame Curry, one ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../carson-ci...
Taking a few bites out of Apple Hill
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 10:30pm
By Don Quilici
It’s that time of the year, once again, to visit a special place known as Apple Hill. If you are a newcomer to this area or if you have never been there, fall is a great time of the year to visit Apple Hill.
And, if you are a newcomer, about now you are probably wondering, “What and where in the heck is Apple Hill?”
Well, the correct answer is: “Apple Hill is not a specific hill or a specific location; on the contrary, it is a large geographic area.”
Mutt Strut returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/25/2011 - 1:50amThe 7th annual Mutt Strut is Oct. 9 in South Lake Tahoe. The 1.2 mile walk involves trying to build the best poker hand as you and your four-legged friend meander around the South Shore. Registration ...
Lake Tahoe Marathon Weekend
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/20/2011 - 10:29pm
You may run, walk, swim, paddle, or pedal one or more of the 30 events during the 16th Lake Tahoe Marathon "long,long" weekend, Sept. 22-25. Go to www.laketahoemarathon.com for details.
You may run, walk, swim, paddle, pedal or swing one or more of the many events during Lake Tahoe Marathon week, Sept. 22-25.
Talk about Fremont's discovery of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/18/2011 - 2:51pmWalk in the footsteps of John C. Fremont as he travels over the mountain to Lake Tahoe in 1844. On Sept. 20 at 7pm in the lodge of Camp Richardson, Peter ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../talk-about-fremon...
Learn about Fremont's discovery of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 11:22pmPosted by admin in Lifestyle on September 13th, 2011 | no responses. Walk in the footsteps of John C. Fremont as he travels over the mountain to Lake Tahoe in ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../learn-about-...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A bear hunt in Lake Tahoe, seriously?
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/09/2011 - 1:21pmFor those who live in the mountains that overlook Lake Tahoe, it's magical. An excitement of the senses, of being close to nature the moment you walk out your door. This euphoric feeling was shatte...
We Can! Program hosts Walk the Block on Sept. 21
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 6:18pm
Let's get moving South Lake Tahoe with the kick-off event for our 2011 We Can! Wellness Challenge. Barton Health and the Lake Tahoe Unified School District invite you and your family to WALK THE BLOCK. What a great way to meet new neighbors, have great conversations with your family about fitness and have fun in our great outdoors! Walk your neighborhood at any time on September 21st.
Fire stations provide 'safe place' for area youth
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/05/2011 - 6:16amThis means that kids are able to walk into any fire station, ask for a Safe Place and be connected with an on-call counselor from Tahoe Youth & Family Services. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../fire-s...
What's Cookin' at Callie's Cabin? The malted milkshake mountain adventure
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 9:00pmI miss our South Shore Baskin-Robbins 31 Flavors store. Ice cream flavors, classic coffee to strawberry cheesecake, often had me at the name. I'd walk back and forth peering in at dozens of large c...
Weekend Fishing Report
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 9:45am
By Don Quilici
Here's the fishing report for the week of Aug. 24-31. The report covers lakes, rivers and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Flip a coin, either Improv comic is funny as a president
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/25/2011 - 1:16pmTwo headliners and a guy from Humboldt walk into a room. ...But seriously, folks, Suli McCullough and Kenny Bob Davis are going to be swapping places each night this week at the Improv at Harvey...
Forest Service uses shocking method to survey fish in Upper Truckee River
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/19/2011 - 9:52amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Chris Lemmers has been shocked more times than he can remember. As a fish surveyor for the Forest Service, his job is to walk or boat the rivers, streams and creeks of...
Summer transitions to fall with Labor Day and beyond
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 6:12pm
Before summer segues to fall Tahoe South will celebrate a Labor Day last call: an amped-up holiday weekend of non-stop activities on and off the water including a food and wine festival, sternwheeler race, outdoor and showroom concerts and a fireworks extravaganza.
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Keb Mo accentuates weekend get-away 4 miles from home
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/15/2011 - 3:05pmSTATELINE – A relaxing weekend getaway featuring a Keb Mo concert, urban walk, jaunt to a new state park and pool time at the Forest Suites Resort proved there's more than one way to enjoy the h...
