Watch
Updates to PCE contamination in South Lake Tahoe to be discussed at public meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 12:28pm
Event Date:
June 26, 2019 - 6:00pm
A 400-acre plume of tetrachloroethylene (PCE) has been found in some of the South Lake Tahoe groundwater and the agencies tasked with protecting the local drinking supply will be updating the community on cleanup efforts and the status of the plume on Wednesday, June 26 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the South Lake Tahoe City Council Chambers at the airport.
Fatal DUI suspect makes Douglas County court appearance
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 4:29pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The man accused of causing the death of Carson City resident Hugo Parra-Solis was in Tahoe Township Court on Tuesday.
Dressed in his jail-issued jumpsuit and shoes, the chained Jerrad Dominguez appeared in front of visiting Judge Nancy Oesterle. He does not have an attorney and told the judge he was trying to secure a Nevada attorney. Due to a lack of counsel, Dominguez did not enter any pleas.
Harrah's and Harveys host “Family Fun Festival” on 4th of July
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/14/2019 - 6:02pm
Event Date:
July 4, 2019 - 2:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - After an epic winter, a spot on the beach to watch the annual Lights on the Lake fireworks show may be hard to find. Harrah's and Harveys are planning a party for the whole family in their outdoor arena and say "No beach, no problem!"
On Thursday, July 4 they are holding a “Family Fun Festival” with fireworks viewing starting at 2:00 p.m.
New additions to South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade; Deadline to participate extended
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 3:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The annual 4th of July Parade in South Lake Tahoe is adding some new features in 2019, including a 20-foot-tall eagle balloon.
Starting at 10:00 a.m. the parade will leave the staging area on Ski Run Boulevard and head west along Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US50) to Bijou Community Park on Al Tahoe Boulevard.
There will be dancers, live music, floats, neighborhood groups with a Food Truck Park at the finish. A marching band isn't scheduled this year due to their high cost, but perhaps another one will find their wait to South Lake Tahoe.
Council approves new officers for South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 11:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The current staffing level of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is 30 authorized, sworn officers, and even with this low number they are rarely at full staffing. During the summer of 2018, the department handled an average of 99 calls per day and had 196 incidents where no officer was available to respond immediately, and about 15 times a day they told callers to 911 the officer would be delayed.
Keep Tahoe Bears Wild - Practice proper food storage and trash disposal
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 10:21pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Lake Tahoe natural resource and law enforcement agencies remind residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal at all times while in bear country. Intentional or unintentional feeding of bears can result in unwanted bear behaviors, increased human-bear conflicts, and public safety issues, as well as fines and possible jail time for violators. Each year law enforcement and state wildlife officers respond to hundreds of calls in which bears may pose a public safety threat or are damaging property. In some cases, the bear must be euthanized.
Fiachra O'Regan & Sophie Lavoie - Celtic Music Series
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 3:46pm
Event Date:
May 17, 2019 - 7:00pm The Sophie & Fiachra Trio are headed to Carson City, Nevada for a concert on May 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center.
They are a group of “musiciens sans frontières who refuse to let the Atlantic sunder their love of their own and one another’s Irish and Québecois musical traditions”.
Location
Brewery Arts Center
449 W King St
Carson, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Ready for Amgen? Viewer's guide to Stage 2 in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/09/2019 - 10:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - World-class cycling fans across the globe will be watching the Amgen Tour of California May 12-18, covering a 777.6-mile course through 13 Host Cities, more than 68,000 feet of elevation gain and 25 King of the Mountain (KOM) climbs, the most in race history. More than half of the stages are over 120 miles.
Sierra snowpack at Phillips Station: Cold, dense and 188 percent of average
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 12:12pm
PHILLIPS STATION, Calif. - In a final reading of the Sierra snowpack at Phillips Station west of Lake Tahoe, officials from the Department of Water Resources (DWR) found it to be 188 percent of average with 47 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent (SWE) of 27.5 inches.
Statewide, California’s snowpack sits at 31 inches of SWE, which is 144 percent of average for this time of year. Snow water equivalent is the depth of water that theoretically would result if the entire snowpack melted instantaneously.
"Wilder than Wild: Fire, Forests, and the Future" to be shown around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/01/2019 - 9:52pm
Event Date:
May 30, 2019 - 5:30pm
LAKE TAHOE, CA/NV - The award-winning documentary "Wilder than Wild: Fire, Forests, and the Future" will be shown at three locations around Lake Tahoe in the coming weeks, starting on Thursday, May 30 in Incline Village.
Wilder Than Wild is a one-hour documentary that reveals how fire suppression and climate change have exposed Western landscapes to large, high-intensity wildfires. The film goes on to explore strategies that are being developed to help mitigate the impact of these fires.
"Finding Hygge" to be shown during free movie night at Black Bear Lodge
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/30/2019 - 1:45pm
Event Date:
May 13, 2019 - 7:00pm The community is invited to a free movie night at the Black Bear Lodge on Monday, May 13 at 7:00 p.m. They will be screening "Finding Hygge," a documentary exploring Denmark's secret to happiness.
Location
Black Bear Lodge
1202 Ski Run Blvd
United States
See map: Google Maps
14th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 2:56pm
Event Date:
April 27, 2019 - 2:00pm After Earth Day celebrations in South Lake Tahoe, join the Sierra Nevada Alliance as they present their 14th annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival on Saturday, April 27 at Harrah's Tahoe. The 2nd annual Wild Child film fest is from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the adult's program 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Each year, they choose powerful environmental and adventure films so people are inspired to take further action regarding issues that impact the environment, ourselves and our world. This year they are showing a series of short films that will not only inspire kids but adults as well.
Location
Harrah's Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Opening dates announced for USFS recreational spots around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/22/2019 - 8:50pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The snow is melting and temperatures are rising, signaling the change of seasons in Lake Tahoe, and the opening of campgrounds, beaches and other recreational areas.
The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) will soon begin the process of opening their facilities in the Lake Tahoe Basin, weather and snow conditions permitting,
The first two beaches to open will be Baldwin and Nevada with an opening date planned for this Saturday, April 27, 2019.
Sunny week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/21/2019 - 8:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's been a while since the forecast had nothing but sunshine in it, but that is what is ahead for the Lake Tahoe Basin next week! Due to the warming temperatures, watch for increased flow in area streams and rivers due to the snowmelt.
For Monday and Tuesday, the northerly flow that started over the weekend will persist but gradually weaken as high-pressure noses into the region. The northerly flow will still be rather gusty Tuesday morning across area ridges but should diminish through the day.
Douglas County teams removing debris from river channels ahead of spring flooding
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/17/2019 - 4:14pm
With warming temperatures and melting snow, Douglas County is reminding residents of the potential for some minor spring flooding in the months to come. With the spring run-off, citizens could expect to see some road closures on arterial roads such as Mottsville, Centerville Lane, Muller Lane and Genoa Lane.
In preparation for flooding, the Douglas County Stormwater Division has been removing flood debris in river channels with the Carson Valley Conservation District, Carson Water Subconservancy and Nevada Division of Water Resources.
Child Abuse Prevention Month: Strong communities play a roll in preventing abuse
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/08/2019 - 6:32pm
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and offers our community a time to increase awareness of the issues related to child maltreatment, identify strategies to strengthen families and understand how everyone in our community can be an everyday hero for children.
Strong, nurturing communities support families and play a role in preventing child abuse and neglect and promoting child and family well-being. Support can come in the form of helping to watch the kids for a couple of hours,
16th annual Drug Store Project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 7:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Tuesday, April 2, 325 6th graders from South Tahoe Middle School, Zephyr Cove Elementary School and home-schooled youth, will spend the day at Lake Tahoe Community College going through the 16th annual Drug Store Project.
Since 2004, middle school students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) have gone through the Drug Store Project (DSP), a day-long comprehensive drug prevention program designed to educate youth about the dangers of substance use and abuse.
South Tahoe Sports Med students place third in weekend competition
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 8:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High's Sports Medicine students earned impressive third-place honors at the 18th annual High School Sports Medicine Competition at UC Northridge this past weekend. They competed against 700 students from 50 high schools from western states including Kansas, Texas, Washington, and California.
This is the third year the school's Sports Medicine Coordinator Isaiah Tannaci has taken a group of his students to the competition. The first year the group went to observe and learn, the second year they came in tenth, and now a top-three finish.
Stormy week ahead for Lake Tahoe and the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 10:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dry weather and good travel conditions are on tap for Sunday before a series of storms move through the region this week. These storms
will bring periods of mountain snow, valley rain, and gusty winds. The greatest travel impacts will be overnight and during the early morning hours, however, the strongest storm may bring significant travel difficulties Tuesday night through Thursday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
Bart's Tahoe Apartments fail inspection, City Attorney to evaluate next steps
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2019 - 12:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Back in December 2018 the owners of Bart's Tahoe Apartments were issued a formal Notice and Order to repair and abate by the City of South Lake Tahoe. As a result of ongoing issues and a lack of willingness to fix the problems, they were 90 days to address a long list of safety issues and code violations.
Those 90 days were up on Friday, March 22, 2019, and City building inspectors and development services staff conducted an inspection and found the apartment building at 1224 Ski Run Boulevard continues to have unsafe living conditions.
South Tahoe Little League and Babe Ruth tryouts
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 3:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Play Ball! There is still a few feet on top of the baseball diamonds but its never too early to plan baseball tryouts.
South Tahoe Little League
Player evaluations/tryouts will be held in March and those playing have to choose one of the following dates. Arrive 30- 45 minutes prior to the listed start time to sign in and warm up:
Friday, March 15 (sign-ins will start at 5 p.m. this day) - 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 16 - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 17 - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
10th annual Nevada Moves Day on March 20
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 3:03pm
Schoolchildren from across the state of Nevada will be taking part in organized event that promote walking or bicycling to school on Nevada Moves Day, March 20, 2019.
The 10th annual event will feature school-wide events in Carson City, Clark, Washoe, Lyon and many other counties. Children not taking part in an organized school event are encouraged to involve their families in safely walking or bicycling to school on this special day and throughout the year.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 12:05pm
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders!
Cloudy and chance of snow and rain… Snowing at Sierra, Heavenly, Kirkwood, Squaw Alpine & Mammoth… Wear your Gore-Tex jacket today… Take your yellow, rose or bronze lens goggles… Winds may impact upper mountain lifts… Ski/Ride with a Buddy if you go off-piste… Machine Groomed & Skier-Rider Packed Snow… North Lake Tahoe SnowFest continues today thru March 10… Ski & Ride with Care & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2019 - 9:53am
More Fresh Snow has fallen in the upper elevations… Get Out on the Mountain today! Winter Storm Watch posted for Tuesday thru Wednesday… 1-3 Feet possible… Wear your Gore-Tex jacket today… Ski/Ride with a Buddy if you go off-piste… Powder & Machine Groomed Pack Powder… North Lake Tahoe SnowFest continues today thru March 10… Ski & Ride with Care & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Partly Cloudy Skies with a slight chance of snow showers in the morning. Patchy Fog in the Morning. Highs: 37F-47F. (27F-37F on the slopes). Southwest Winds 10-15 mph.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/28/2019 - 10:37am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders!
A Break before the next storm… Winter Storm Watch posted for late Friday thru Saturday afternoon… Resorts are Digging Out and preparing their Lifts & Slopes to open, but continue to expect Delays with Snow Holds & Wind Holds on Upper Mtn. Lifts as lingering Snow Showers continue today… Road Controls posted… Mt. Rose Hwy Closed from Tahoe Side, Emerald Bay Rd. remains Closed… Ski & Ride with Care & Be Safe!
Updates on the South Lake Tahoe PCE contamination at public meeting
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/27/2019 - 4:02pm
Event Date:
March 6, 2019 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tetrachloroethylene (PCE) was found in drinking water wells in South Lake Tahoe near the "Y" in 1989, and it remains in the groundwater today, forming a containment plume from the intersection of Highway 50 and State Route 89 and heading toward Lake Tahoe through the Tahoe Keys.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/27/2019 - 10:36am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Winter Storm Warning still in effect thru Thursday morning… with somewhat of a break today… But, Strong Winds are continuing to impact upper mountain lifts… Call Ahead! Mt Rose Ski Tahoe, Donner Ski Ranch are Closed. Diamond Peak is Closed due to Power Outage… Call Ahead … Road Controls posted on All Highways in and around Lake Tahoe with I-80, Hwy 88, Mt. Rose Hwy & Emerald Bay Road CLOSED… Back Country Avalanche Danger is HIGH… Ski & Ride with Care & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 10:38am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/25/2019 - 10:26am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
A Challenging Monday for Resorts… All expecting Winter Storm Warning to kick in this morning and thru Thursday morning… 4 to 8 feet predicted to fall above 7000 feet! Winds are impacting lifts at Heavenly, Kirkwood, Donner Ski Ranch, Squaw & Alpine… Mt Rose is Closed today… Ski & Ride with Care & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Partly Cloudy in the morning, then becoming Mostly Cloudy. Chance of snow. Highs: 34F-44F. (24F-34F on the slopes) Southwest Winds 25-35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. Ridge Gusts up to 110 mph.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/24/2019 - 11:22am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Another Sunday Funday on the Slopes… Some Fresh Snow reported at a few resorts in the upper elevations… Continued chance of Snow Showers today. Winds are impacting lifts at Heavenly, Squaw & Alpine… Winter Storm Watch goes in to effect tomorrow thru Wednesday… Take your good flat light lens goggles today! Have patience in lines… All roadways are cleared, with exception Hwy 88: R2 / Mt Rose Hwy 431: R2… Make it a Fun Day… Ski & Ride with Care & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/23/2019 - 10:06am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Shaping up to be a Great day to hit the Slopes with Plenty of Machine Groomed & Skier-Rider Packed Powder! It Doesn’t Get Much Better! Take your good flat light lens goggles today! Have patience in lines… All roadways are cleared, with exception of Hwy 89 Emerald Bay Road open with R2; Hwy 28 East Shore: R2 & Mt Rose Hwy: R2… Make it a Fun Day… Ski & Ride with Care & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Partly Cloudy Skies in the morning, then becoming Mostly Cloudy. Highs: 31F-41F. (21F-31F on the slopes) Southwest Winds 10-15 mph.
More snow in the Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 9:36am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As residents and businesses finish shoveling out from the snow dropped over the region this week another storm series lurks in the seven-day forecast.
Chain controls in place around the Sierra as first phase of storm hits Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/09/2019 - 9:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Road controls are up around the Sierra roadways as the first phase of weekend storms comes through Lake Tahoe. A Winter Storm Watch is in place until 10:00 p.m. Sunday, February 10.
There will be a break in the snow this morning with activity forecast to start again at 1:00 p.m.
Sierra snowpack at healthy 98% of average, easing concerns of water shortage this summer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 2:36pm
PHILLIPS, Calif. - Under blue skies Thursday, January 31,the monthly snowpack measurement was conducted in Phillips, southwest of Lake Tahoe at the base of Sierra-at-Tahoe, and its good news.
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) snow survey team measured 50 inches of snow with a snow water equivalent (SWE) of 18 inches, almost double from a month ago.
STHS Alpine Ski Team showing Warren Miller ski movie "Face of Winter"
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 12:28pm
Event Date:
February 2, 2019 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE,Calif. - Warren Miller's ski movie "Face of Winter" will be shown at the South Tahoe High School TADA Theater on Saturday, February 2, 2019, at 7:00 p.m.
The school's Alpine Ski Team is showing the film as their annual movie night fundraiser. Tickets are $15 and available from any ski team member, Coach Ms. Bedwell, or at the door. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. There will be a silent auction, door prizes, and snacks available for purchase. All profits raised go to purchase uniforms and equipment for the ski team.
South Lake Tahoe route set for the Amgen 2019 men's race
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 8:55am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 2019 Amgen Tour of California will be the longest and most challenging in its 14-year history, including a Men’s Stage 2 race from Rancho Cordova to South Lake Tahoe on May 13. This marks the fifth straight year South Lake Tahoe has hosted an Amgen Tour of California event.
South Lake Tahoe woman's cross country run/walk nears completion
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/29/2019 - 11:24am
The journey started as South Lake Tahoe resident Ari Ramos touched the Atlantic Ocean and left Jacksonville, Florida on January 28, 2016, , and if all goes well it will end this February when she touches the Pacific Ocean at the Santa Monica Pier.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/26/2019 - 10:30am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
A Great Lake Tahoe Day to Get Out on the Mountain… Blues Skies & Sunshine. Machine Groomed & Skier Rider Packed Powder… Warming up a bit today… Don’t forget the Sunscreen and reapply through-out the day… National Safety on the Slopes… Respect All Patrol Closures! Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
I will be heading out on my annual road trip and will not be producing the report until I return in mid-February… Follow my page on Facebook and keep up with this adventure skiing 12 different resorts in Utah & Colorado…
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 11:52am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Finally Friday and a Great Day to Get Out on the Mountain… Blues Skies & Sunshine A Plenty with Machine Groomed Corduroy & Skier Rider Packed Powder… Warming up a bit today… Don’t forget the Sunscreen and reapply through-out the day… Respect All Patrol Closures! Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Sunny Skies. Highs: 42F-47F. (32F-37F on the slopes) Light Winds. Ridge Gusts up to 50 mph.
TONIGHT: Clear. Lows: 12F-22F. Southeast winds 10-15 mph. Ridge Gusts up to 60 mph.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 10:22am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
A Beautiful Day to Get Out on the Mountain… Plenty of Machine Groomed Corduroy & Skier Rider Packed Powder… Respect All Patrol Closures. Don’t forget the Sunscreen! Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Sunny Skies. Highs: 37F-42F. (27F-32F on the slopes) Light Winds becoming east around 10 mph in the afternoon.
TONIGHT: Clear. Lows: 16F-26F. East winds around 10 mph in the evening becoming light.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 10:45am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
A Beautiful HUMP DAY to Get Out on the Mountain… Plenty of Machine Groomed Corduroy & Skier Rider Packed Powder… Respect All Patrol Closures. Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Sunny Skies. Highs: 41F-46F. (31F-36F on the slopes) Light Winds.
TONIGHT: Partly Cloudy in the evening then clearing. Lows: 17F-27F. Light Winds.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 10:25am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
A Beautiful Tuesday to Get Out on the Mountain… Fresh snow and Machine Groomed Corduroy… Respect All Patrol Closures… A Few Road Controls posted. Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Sunny Skies. Highs: 35F-40F. (25F-30F on the slopes) East winds 10-15 mph. Ridge Gusts up to 70 mph decreasing to 50 mph in the afternoon.
TONIGHT: Clear in the evening then becoming partly cloudy. Lows: 14F-24F. Light Winds.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/21/2019 - 10:11am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
If you’ve been Dreaming of Powder for your Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day, Mother Nature delivers… 12-18”+ Reported at Resorts… Expect Lift Delayed openings and Wind Closures… Respect All Patrol Closures… Drive with Care… Road Controls posted on all Highways… Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies in the morning then becoming Partly Cloudy. Chance of Snow Showers. Highs: 28F-33F. West winds 10-15 mph. Ridge Gusts up to 60 mph in the morning.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 10:08am
All Resorts are open and near full operations for your Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day… Snain & Mixed Precip reported at Resort this morning… WIND HOLDS reported at Resorts… Respect All Patrol Closures… Avalanche Watch Posted… More Snow coming with a Winter Storm Warning posted for 10am thru 4am, Monday… Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/19/2019 - 10:02am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
All Resorts are open and near full operations as we move into the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day… Ski & Ride with a Buddy if go Off-Piste… Respect All Patrol Closures… More Snow coming with a Winter Storm Watch posted for tomorrow… Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies with a Slight Chance of Rain & Snow. Snow Level 8000 feet. Highs: 40F-50F. (30F-40F on the Slopes). Southwest Winds 10-15mph. Ridge Gusts up to 50 mph.
Another storm this weekend, then several days of sun headed to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/19/2019 - 12:19am
UPDATE 5:00 p.m. Saturday - There has been an adjustment to the forecast for Sunday and Monday:
Tonight -Rain likely after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Sunday - Rain before 5pm, then rain and snow. High near 43. Breezy, with a southwest wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 45 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/18/2019 - 10:28am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
POWDER TO THE PEOPLE! Lots of Fresh Snow to Smear Turns in today… Expect Delayed openings of lifts & trails… Resorts Digging Out in preparation for the MLK Weekend… Road Controls are dropping… Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER:Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies with a Slight Chance of snow & Rain. Highs: 37F-42F. (27F-32F on the Slopes). South Winds 11-15mph. Ridge Gusts up to 60 mph.
TONIGHT: Mostly Cloudy with a chance of showers. Snow level 8000 feet. Lows: 127 to 37F. Southwest winds 10-15 mph. Ridge gusts up to 60 mph.
Similarities between Douglas County and Washoe County homicides
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 6:11pm
RENO, Nev. - Keeping the community safe is the number one priority of law enforcement working on four recent murders in Reno and Douglas County. This was the message from Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam during a press conference late Thursday afternoon.
Two elderly people, a man and a woman, were killed in a home in southwest Reno. Their bodies were discovered on January 16 after concerned neighbors called law enforcement after not seeing the residents. Their names and ages have not been released pending notification of next of kin.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 9:59am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Weather Service issues Blizzard Warning for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 4:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service in Reno has updated their forecast and issued a Blizzard Warning for Lake Tahoe from 7:00 p.m. Wednesday to 7:00 a.m. Thursday for elevation 7000 feet and above.
Blizzard conditions now expected with increased snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday.
Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon: Moderate snow with accumulations of 5 to 10 inches, except 10 to 18 inches west of Highway 89, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph for ridge tops.
