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Van Sickle BI-State Park and Tahoe Pines close to cars for the season
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/01/2024 - 10:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The Van Sickle Bi-State Park gate closed to vehicles for the winter season on Friday. The California Tahoe Conservancy said the visitor facilities are also closing, but park grounds remain open all winter to the public.
The Conservancy and Nevada State Parks co-manage the 725-acre Van Sickle Bi-State Park. The park provides day-use opportunities for hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. For visitor safety, sledding is not allowed.
Fall means feeding frenzy for black bears
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/01/2024 - 9:31pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Autumn is here, and black bears are entering a temporary physiological state known as “hyperphagia.” During hyperphagia, also known as the fall feeding frenzy, bears consume as much as they can to bring their fat stores to a level where they can survive the quickly approaching winter months.
Now is the time to secure food, garbage, and recycling - all this is needed to keep Tahoe bears wild!
In the fall, an adult bear can consume 20,000 to 24,000 calories a day and can gain multiple pounds per day.
Golden mussels found in North America for first time, Lake Tahoe on high alert
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/01/2024 - 8:56pm
Last week California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) discovered golden mussels that could significantly damage the ecology of waterbodies in the Bay-Delta near Stockton, Calif. Lake Tahoe is now on high alert, according to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA). It is the first time the species has been detected in North America.
Charcoal use ban lifted in South Lake Tahoe; Burn permits now available for other areas
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/01/2024 - 2:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Effective Friday, November 1, South Lake Tahoe Fire Chief Jim Drennan has lifted the ban on using charcoal for barbeques in the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Residents may continue to use propane, pellets, liquid petroleum, and now charcoal, for outside cooking.
There is never any open flame burning with wood allowed in the City limits of South Lake Tahoe at any time of the year, except in the designated fire rings at Campground by the Lake.
Winter Weather Advisory in place for Lake Tahoe Friday - Saturday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/31/2024 - 11:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Greater Lake Tahoe area from 5 pm. Friday to 5 p.m. Saturday.
NWS Reno said to expect snow accumulations up to 4 inches below 7000 feet with an inch or so at Lake Level, and 4 and 8 inches above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph over Sierra ridges.
IMPACTS - Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
City of South Lake Tahoe is accepting applications for several commissions and boards
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/31/2024 - 11:06pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Clerk’s office has started the solicitation process for Commission and Board applications.
Applications for the following will be due by 12 p.m. on Monday, December 2, 2024:
El Dorado Community Action Council (one seat)
El Dorado County Commission on Aging (one seat)
TRPA Advisory Planning Commission (one seat)
Applications for the following will be due by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2025:
Airport Land Use Commission (two seats)
Building Board of Appeals (five seats)
Parks and Recreation Commission (four seats)
What this election means for the Douglas County School District — and it’s chaotic board
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/31/2024 - 10:25pm
The Douglas County School Board has made a number of headlines both regionally and nationally since the 2022 election leading to a new majority taking hold.
This new majority, composed of Trustees Susan Jansen, David Burns, Kathleen Dickerson, and incumbent Doug Englekirk is staunchly and vocally alt-right. They began planning their takeover long before the first day at the dais, as shown by text messages located during a contentious public records request.
Prescribed fire on SR4 at Calaveras Big Trees sending smoke into Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/30/2024 - 4:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There have been many calls to local fire agencies this afternoon about smoke, and the smell of smoke. There is a prescribed fire on SR4 at Calaveras Big Trees and the plume of smoke gets elevated at that point, and the incoming weather system is bringing it right to South Lake Tahoe.
The National Weather Service in Reno could see it on their models, and there is no other source of smoke closer than Calaveras.
Forest Service and Washoe Tribe work together to improve forest health and resilience
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/30/2024 - 12:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Washoe Environmental Protection Department (WEPD) recently hosted the first Washoe Intentional Fire Training at Lake Tahoe. This is a significant step toward reintroducing cultural stewardship practices on their ancestral and current homelands. For millennia, Tribal members recognized that fire was an integral part of nature and that frequent, low-intensity fires were essential to reducing wildfire risk and maintaining forest health.
Congressional candidate Jessica Morse stops by South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/30/2024 - 11:44am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Jessica Morse, a candidate for California's 3rd congressional district, stopped by South Lake Tahoe to visit Cuppa Tahoe, the South Lake Tahoe Democratic Club, and the League to Save Lake Tahoe's volunteer appreciation event.
Tahoe Township Judge Johnson builds expertise at National Judicial College
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/30/2024 - 9:55am
Tahoe Township Justice Court Judge Michael K. Johnson recently completed an intensive two-week Special Court Jurisdiction: Advanced course for judges at the National Judicial College. The immersive course aims to provide judges with a solid foundation in courtroom leadership, judicial ethics, evidence, case management, judicial security, and decision-making. Graduates can earn credit hours toward a Master of Judicial Studies degree.
South Lake Tahoe instances of voter intimidation under investigation
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/29/2024 - 10:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What has escalated beyond typical election hijinx is now under investigation. As reported Monday, several homeowners with the No on Measure N signs in their yards have been targeted by person(s) unknown by the content of letters left on the signs.
South Lake Tahoe Police Departments warns residents of current scam targeting locals
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/29/2024 - 8:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is warning the public about a current scam where the scammers are pretending to be from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department.
Over the past few days, SLTPD has received complaints regarding phone calls from people pretending to be members of their department. The scammer tells the victim they have a warrant for their arrest due to failing to appear in court. The scammers demand immediate payment for the victim to avoid legal repercussions.
Washoe Tribe a partner in latest of several new murals around South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/29/2024 - 1:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A collaboration between the Tahoe Art League, local artists, and the City of South Lake Tahoe, more murals are appearing on the sides of South Lake Tahoe buildings.
The latest was created by Aspen Carrillo is a Washoe Basket and a tribute to the life of Washoe at Lake Tahoe, the center of their life. Members of the Washoe Tribe, including Chairman Smokey, were at the mural last week for a celebration of the completed work.
Chilly week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/29/2024 - 9:58am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first taste of winter blew through the Lake Tahoe Basin Monday, and there will be another taste of Sierra snow and valley rain late Wednesday and into Thursday. Another system moves in Friday with chances for more rain and snow through Saturday.
If driving through the Sierra this week, expect slick roads, especially over the passes.
At this time, next week looks to be clear with slightly warmer highs.
The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Homeowners with "No on Measure N" signs feel threatened by recent acts of vandalism
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Measure N, which appears on the ballot in South Lake Tahoe, has been very divisive, pitting many community members against each other. A recent incident in the Al Tahoe neighborhood has drawn concern from homeowners who had a "No on N" sign in their front yards.
One of those, who we're naming "Susie Smith" so her identity is protected, said two people recently came to her home at night and defaced her sign and taped a letter over both sides of it. She said the letter was attempting to intimidate her from voting this election.
El Dorado County DOT holding public meeting on upcoming winter snow removal
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 12:47pm
Event Date:
November 7, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After an overwhelming situation in March 2024, many residents are concerned with snow removal for the upcoming winter. The El Dorado County Department of Transportation (DOT) will be holding a public meeting in South Lake Tahoe to discuss plans for and take questions about the upcoming winter snow removal operations in the unincorporated portions of the Basin.
Judge issues initial ruling against Douglas County School District and trustees
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/27/2024 - 10:42pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The four men who filed a lawsuit against the Douglas County School District and four of its trustees over a lack of fulfilling public records requests they filed are now entitled to recover expenses and attorney's fees. This is according to Judge Thomas Gregory of the Ninth Judicial District Court of Nevada.
Continued delays on SR28 between Kings Beach and Tahoe City for broadband project
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/27/2024 - 6:37pm
TAHOE CITY, Calif. - Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along SR-28 along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.
The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed internet into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.
Utility work and striping operations with one-way traffic control are scheduled along SR-28 at the following locations and times:
Conditional voting now open in El Dorado County, vote center and ballot box locations
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/27/2024 - 5:44pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Residents who haven’t registered to vote in the Presidential General Election can still do so, according to El Dorado County Registrar of Voters, Bill O’Neill.
“If you missed the October 21 close of registration deadline to register for the November 5, 2024, Presidential General Election, you can still register to vote by coming to the Elections office at 3883 Ponderosa Rd. Shingle
Springs CA, 95682, or any vote center in the county and complete a voter registration form and vote conditionally,” O’Neill said.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/27/2024 - 4:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls 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.
October 14 - October 20, 2024
10/14
11:29 SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE REPORT - Occurred at Arrowhead Ave/Apache Ave, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ASSISTED.
Lake Wind Advisory and chance of rain and snow for Greater Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/26/2024 - 11:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for the Greater Lake Tahoe area for Sunday from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. The advisory is for South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Glenbrook, Incline Village, Stateline, Markleeville, and Tahoe City.
Expect southwest winds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Waves could be 2 to 4 feet. Small boats, kayaks, and paddleboards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Lakeside Park Association wins Best Tasting Water in California award
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/26/2024 - 10:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lakeside Park Association has been recognized with the Best Tasting Water in California award. They received the honor at the annual California Rural Water Association’s Water Expo.
The Lakeside Park Association is a small area of South Lake Tahoe, located just behind the casinos along US50. This historic area is bordered by Park Avenue and Stateline Boulevard from the highway down to Lake Tahoe. This area was subdivided in 1909 into home-size lots used as campgrounds and kept the name Lakeside Park as the first subdivision in El Dorado County.
Sidestreet Boutique reopens after March 2023 roof collapse
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/24/2024 - 1:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The worst part of the March 5, 2023 roof collapse at Sidestreet Boutique for owner Barbara Parina may not have been the loss of about $1.9M in inventory, it's been not seeing her customers who have become good friends over her 52 years in business.
"Come see us, we miss all of our friends," said Barbara after reopening the boutique inside the Village Center in South Lake Tahoe.
Clean Up the Lake heads to Marlette Lake for backcountry cleanup
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/24/2024 - 12:16pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - After over a week of winds that were up and down, the forecast is finally in favor of Clean Up The Lake's first backcountry cleanup, beginning on October 24 at 7 a.m.
If you are interested in joining them on Thursday or Friday, use the RSVP information below.
This is "yet another crazy idea the group dreamed" up a couple of years ago and said they could not be any more excited to see it come to fruition. Thanks to partners Travel North Tahoe Nevada for stepping in and helping give Marlette Lake the support it truly needs!
TRPA taps South Tahoe High alumnus as its next general counsel
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/24/2024 - 11:34am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board has voted unanimously to offer the position of General Counsel to attorney Graham St. Michel. He will oversee compliance cases, violation settlements, and other legal issues for the bi-state agency. He will fill the position held by the retiring John L. Marshall, who has served as TRPA counsel for 25 years.
Helicopter crashes into river in Alpine County, pilot has minor injuries
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/23/2024 - 9:56pm
ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - A day of fishing on the East Carson River in Alpine County didn't end up as planned for one man. On Tuesday, October 24, the Alpine County Sheriff's Office received a report of an overdue fisherman who had flown his privately owned helicopter to go fishing.
Alpine County Sheriff Tom Minder and deputies responded to the area of the East Carson River to locate the fisherman. While en route, deputies were notified the fisherman had called 911 to report his helicopter crashed and was currently in the river.
Barton to host mass casualty drill with South Lake Tahoe community partners Friday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 10:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health, in collaboration with local fire, police, and first responders will conduct a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Exercise on Friday, October 25. The purpose of an MCI exercise is to exercise emergency and healthcare preparedness in the event of a large-scale emergency, ensuring health and safety for the Lake Tahoe community.
National Forest facilities at Lake Tahoe closing for season
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 8:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - More closing dates have been added to the list of annual closures of National Forest recreation facilities around Lake Tahoe.
Seasonal closures apply to facilities at many recreation areas and sites including beaches, campgrounds, forest roads, parking lots, picnic areas, and trailheads.
Snowmaking kicks into gear at Lake Tahoe ski resorts, November opening dates planned
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 11:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Fall is still holding on with plenty of sunshine and mild temperatures in the forecast, but last week's two-day drop cold spell was enough for resorts to start making snow for the 2024-25 ski season.
Northstar and Heavenly will open for skiing and riding on November 22, with Kirkwood following closely on December 6,
All opening dates are subject to change due to conditions. They may be adjusted as time gets closed so check on individual resorts if planning a trip.
Sierra-at-Tahoe's targeted opening date is November 29.
South Tahoe Parks Foundation partners with Tahoe Knight Monsters
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 10:40am
Event Date:
October 25, 2024 - 7:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Parks Foundation is partnering with the Tahoe Knight Monsters for a special community night on Friday, October 25. This is the Knight Monsters home opener weekend! The puck drop is at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets purchased through a special link will send a portion of proceeds directly to the Foundation, which will use the money to furnish the new South Lake Tahoe Recreation and Aquatics Center.
It took a village to build largest affordable housing project in the history of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 10:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Leaders from several state, regional, and local agencies gathered at the Sugar Pine Village last Thursday to celebrate the opening of the first phase of 68 affordable housing units. When completed, Sugar Pine Village will be a 248-unit community, transforming what was once vacant state-owned land into affordable housing for families and workers in the Tahoe region.
Forest thinning projects continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 9:28pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) forest thinning (fuels reduction) projects are underway and scheduled to continue through fall 2024, conditions and weather permitting. North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, Liberty Utilities, NV Energy, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit are working together to protect Lake Tahoe communities by reducing excess vegetation (fuels) that can feed unwanted wildfires.
Congressional candidates Kevin Kiley and Jessica Morse debate Tuesday on KCRA
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 9:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The two candidates running to represent Congressional District 3 will face off in a debate on Tuesday. While much of South Lake Tahoe does not get California television stations like KCRA, the debate can be seen on the KCRA app. Voters in District 3 include those from the northern Sierra to Death Valley, including South Lake Tahoe, other parts of El Dorado County, and Alpine, Inyo, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sierra Sacramento, and Yuba counties.
Weather temperature roller coaster in South Lake Tahoe with mostly mild days
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 7:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It will be another weather roller coaster in South Lake Tahoe this week, from highs near 70, along with a chance of rain and upper-elevation snow. Mild and dry weather will prevail at the beginning of the week, with southwest winds midweek, and unsettled weather and cooler temperatures starting overnight Sunday into early next week.
The 7-day forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Tuesday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 67. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
City Council meeting includes hearing on affordable housing grant, TAUs, and energy upgrades
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 12:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council is on Tuesday, October 22 starting at 5:30 p.m. The meeting can be attended remotely or in person in the Council Chambers at the Lake Tahoe Airport. Spanish interpretation is available.
On the agenda:
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2024 - 10:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls 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.
October 7 - October 13, 2024
10/7
07:43 TRESPASS IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Little Norway on Us Hwy 50, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ASSISTED.
10/8
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2024 - 6:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of 9/30 - 10/6, 2024. Location Checks are when officers search an area at a certain address. Transient/Homeless arrests/citations and calls are those normally categorized in other columns (Drunk in Public, Trespassing, etc.) but stats are collected separately.
Log for September 30 - October 6, 2024
9.30
Calls Resulting in Arrest
TedX South Lake Tahoe speakers to focus on growth
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 8:48pm
Event Date:
October 26, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - - TEDxSouthLakeTahoe returns this October, offering an evening of inspiring talks from innovators, activists, and visionaries across various disciplines. Set for Saturday, October 26, 2024, the event will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College's Duke Theatre, located at One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA.
South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates respond to climate questions
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 8:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the City of South Lake Tahoe gets closer to its goal of achieving 100 percent renewable electricity by 2030, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, incoming council members need to understand sustainability and climate action.
Some of the City's climate goals include reducing community greenhouse gas emissions by at least 80 percent by 2040, at least 50 percent by 2030, and achieving carbon neutrality by 2045.
Continued delays between Kings Beach and Tahoe City for SR28 Broadband Project
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 7:00am
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along SR-28 along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.
The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed internet into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.
Utility work and paving operations with one-way traffic control are scheduled along SR-28 at the following locations and times:
Eldorado Forest to issue Christmas Tree permits
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 6:35pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit announced in September they will be pausing their Christmas Tree permit program for several years except for those in 4th grade. For others, there are options for those seeking the experience to cut down their tree for the holidays.
Wrong-way DUI driver sentenced to 8 years for causing substantial bodily harm to state trooper
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 6:18pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - James Arthur Coolbaugh learned his fate this week, one year after he drove a pickup truck northbound on U.S. Highway 395 through the Carson Valley, using the southbound lanes of travel, before hitting Nevada State Police Trooper Ross Miller in a nearly head-on situation.
Forest Service starts year-long public use surveys on Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 7:32am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Visitor Use Monitoring (NVUM) survey is underway on USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) National Forest lands. It will continue through Sep. 30, 2025. The public can expect to encounter California State University, Chico, employees working near developed recreation sites and along National Forest roads. They will be out in all weather conditions wearing bright orange vests near signs that say, “Traffic Survey Ahead.”
Changing winters are impacting Lake Tahoe and other freshwater ecosystems
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 9:11pm
As temperatures rise, particularly in alpine regions, lakes are feeling the heat. Research published today in the journal Science, led by researchers at the Carnegie Institution for Science, indicates that climate change impacts critical winter processes including lake ice conditions. Changes in lake ice conditions impact the function of ecosystems and the communities that live nearby.
New deputy director named for the Douglas County Community Services Department
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 8:53pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Community Services Department has announced the appointment of Ryan Stanton as its new deputy director. With 17 years of dedicated service to the County and an extensive background in parks management, Stanton is poised to make a significant impact in his new role.
“The Community Services Department is confident that Ryan’s extensive experience and deep-rooted commitment to Douglas County will lead to continued growth and development in the department and across the organization,” said Community Services Director, Brook Adie.
Prepare your Lake Tahoe home for cold temperatures
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 2:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a cold one overnight in South Lake Tahoe, and overnight temperatures below freezing look like they're here to stay for a while.
As temperatures begin to drop, protecting your home plumbing from the damage and expense caused by frozen pipes is essential. Remember these tips to prepare your home for chilly temps.
Before freezing temperatures set in:
Turn off and drain irrigation systems.
Disconnect and drain all outdoor hoses.
Insulate exposed pipes or faucets.
Seal holes and cracks in exterior walls, foundation, and around pipes.
Seasonal closure of Lake Tahoe recreation sites started with beaches over the weekend
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 11:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has begun the annual process of closing National Forest recreational facilities around the Lake Tahoe Basin for the winter season. Seasonal closures apply to many recreation areas and sites including beaches, campgrounds, forest roads, parking lots, and picnic areas.
Campgrounds on LTBMU land managed by Tahoe Recreation, a division of Vista Recreation, closed Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, and included Fallen Leaf, William Kent, Kaspian, and Nevada Beach campgrounds.
Fish and Wildlife has not found evidence of wolves in Lake Tahoe Basin or Hope Valley
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 10:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There was excitement back in 2011 when the first wolf sighting in California in almost 90 years was made when "OR-7" crossed into California northeast of Dorris, a small town in Siskiyou County. Even though OR-7 is back in Oregon, there have been several confirmed sightings of wolves in California.
New business licenses issued in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 12:13pm
The following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during August and September 2024:
August
8/5
MOUNTAIN VOLT ERIDES
AMERICAN RIVER CAULKING, INC.
A+ HANDYMAN SERVICE
QUICK-FAST COMPUTER AND PHONE REPAIRS
8/6
SIERRA STRIPING, INC
8/9
PRO SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION INC.
HEAVENLY VILLAGE ICE RINK
8/10
RIDGELINE CLEANING AND ORGANIZING
8/12
JCR CONSTRUCTION INC
TILO PRODUCTS INC.
CONCRETE VALUE CORP
8/13
LAKE RIDGE HOTEL
HAFGUFA DESIGNS
LEVEL 1 ROOFING
RAMOS ROOFING GROUP
8/14
TAYLOR MADE CONSTRUCTION
8/16
