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Barton to host mass casualty drill with South Lake Tahoe community partners Friday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 9:22pm
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 - 7:52pm
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 - 10:08am
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 - 9:40am
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 - 9:45pm
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 - 8:28pm
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 - 8:22pm
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 - 6:20pm
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 - 11:24am
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 - 9:46pm
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 - 5:01am
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 - 7:48pm
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 - 7:17pm
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 - 6:00am
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 - 5:35pm
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 - 5:18pm
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 - 6:32am
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 - 8:11pm
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 - 7:53pm
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 - 1:17pm
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 - 10:02pm
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 - 9:45pm
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 - 11:13am
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
Douglas County Sheriff's Office arrests suspect wanted for violent school threats made in Sonoma County
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 9:28am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A suspect who allegedly made violent threats against an elementary school in Sonoma County, Calif. was arrested at Lake Tahoe on Monday evening. Earlier in the day, detectives with the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office said the suspect, Kevin Harrington, 47, of Santa Rosa, was likely in the South Lake Tahoe area.
NV Energy to use helicopters for 'essential fire mitigation work' around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:44pm
Since Monday, NV Energy has been using helicopters to replace power poles and to clear large logs and brush that pose fire hazards to the utility's infrastructure around the Lake Tahoe Basin. The helicopters are needed to navigate steep, mountainous terrain in the area.
The project is expected to last approximately five weeks, according to an NV Energy news release. Motorists, customers, and visitors to the area can expect to see the helicopter working overhead, and logging trucks and other heavy equipment in the area.
Public meeting Wednesday as City of South Lake Tahoe develops Vision Zero action plan to Improve road safety
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 2:24pm
Event Date:
October 16, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe has announced its commitment to developing a Vision Zero Action Plan to eliminate severe injuries and fatalities on local roadways. This data-driven and comprehensive strategy focuses on creating a safer, more sustainable, and livable community for all roadway users, including those who walk, bike, drive, or use other modes of transportation.
Salmon starting journey up Taylor Creek in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2024 - 10:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Kokanee salmon are starting their journey up Taylor Creek, though it may be a few more days before the fish fill up the viewing areas along the Rainbow Trail.
A walk out to the Taylor Creek Visitor Center on Monday provided no views of the migrating Kokanee, but two bears were spotted (even though one was far up a tree). Toogee Sielsch, who is on vacation from his job with El Dorado County Vector Control, is spending two weeks at Taylor Creek to assist with the crowds that make the trip to see the salmon run.
Have you noticed the 45 mph signs missing from Strawberry?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2024 - 11:18am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Anyone heading to, or leaving from, South Lake Tahoe on US50 knows the historic spot along the route - Strawberry. Sitting about 20 miles to the west of the lake, thousands of cars drive through each week, most just passing through.
The speed limit on US50 is 55 mph, but for years the speed limit through Strawberry was 45 mph due to the lodge, store, and residents in the area. That is no longer the case.
Some controversy over South Lake Tahoe city council candidate's occupation description
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2024 - 9:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Now that the voter's guide and ballots have been mailed out in El Dorado County, voters may notice a difference in occupation for South Lake Tahoe City Council Candidate Nick Speal. His occupation description has been concerning to some residents.
Warm and dry start to the week in South Lake Tahoe; Rain and snow possible before end
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/13/2024 - 9:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Warm and dry start to the week in South Lake Tahoe and the rest of the region, but changes are expected beginning Wednesday. The forecast includes rain and some snow just above lake level. The lows on Thursday will drop 10 degrees below freezing.
The South Lake Tahoe forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Indigenous People's Day - Sunny, with a high near 72. Calm wind.
Monday Night - Clear, with a low of around 38. Calm wind.
Tuesday - Sunny, with a high near 74. Calm wind, becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Work underway on new South Lake Tahoe project
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/13/2024 - 8:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For decades the corner housed a tire shop, most recently Lilly's Tire Service, and now that same corner is the Q-Zone Redevelopment Project area. The project area encompasses 2629 and 2635 Lake Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe.
El Dorado County Supervisors to hold meeting in South Lake Tahoe Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/13/2024 - 7:27pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors (BOS) will hold their next meeting in the South Lake Tahoe City Council chambers, with part of their agenda including a joint meeting with the City Council.
On Tuesday, October 15, the supervisors meeting will start at 9 a.m., with the joint City Council meeting at 11 a.m.
On the BOS side, the Meyers Advisory Council (MAC) will file its annual report, and there will be feedback and/or direction to the Meyers Advisory Council, if necessary.
Tahoe Transportation District open public comment period on Short Range Transit
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2024 - 2:54pm
The Tahoe Transportation District has officially opened the public comment period for its Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP), and they are inviting the community to provide input on the initiative. The SRTP sets the vision for the region’s transit services over the next five years, with a focus on sustainability, accessibility, and efficiency.
The public comment period runs until December 4, 2024. They are seeking input from residents, commuters, and stakeholders throughout the Tahoe Basin to ensure the plan reflects the needs of the community.
Delays expected on SR28 between Kings Beach and Tahoe City for Broadband Project
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2024 - 2:47pm
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along State Route 28 (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:
Homewood Ski Resort announces they will not open for the 24/25 season
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2024 - 10:54am
HOMEWOOD, Calif. - In a letter shared on their website and social media, owners of Homewood Mountain Resort (HMR) announced they will be unable to open for the 24/25 season for financial reasons, but the community says it is more than that.
In May 2024, HMR submitted an application to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) for what they say were minor revisions to the 2011 approved Master Plan. On Sept. 25, the TRPA Planning Committee heard a proposal that revises that plan and changed the language of the Community Access Plan.
Tahoe grading and digging season ends October 15
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:05pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) is reminding residents and contractors that the annual grading and digging season for permitted projects will end on Tuesday, October 15. All construction sites must be winterized through the wettest part of the year to protect Lake Tahoe’s famed water clarity. Grading season in the Tahoe Basin runs from May 1 to October 15 every year.
The long-standing requirement helps prevent sediment from washing into stormwater systems and the lake and prevents soil compaction and disturbance during the wettest months.
Little Norway no more - demolished as new owners make plans
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/11/2024 - 12:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What was known as Little Norway for decades is now a thing of the past. Situated along US50 near the top of Echo Summit, Little Norway was a bar and restaurant, a Greyhound bus stop, and a popular apres-ski spot. It was originally established as a post office in 1961.
Over the years, there were three damaging fires at Little Norway, in 1967, 1988, and 1991. The 1988 fire was determined to be arson.
Tahoe Tip Off features women's basketball with University of Nevada and University of Colorado
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/11/2024 - 12:01pm
Event Date:
November 12, 2024 - 7:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The first NCAA women's basketball game to be played at Lake Tahoe will take place on November 12 at the Tahoe Blue Event Center. The University of Nevada Wolfpack will take on the University of Colorado Buffaloes.
Game time is 7 p.m.
Tickets are now on sale for the inaugural Tahoe Tip Off at Ticketmaster and the Tahoe Blue box office.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 9:20pm
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.
September 23 - October 6, 2024
9/23
08:32 CIVIL INCIDENT - Officer initiated activity at Stockton Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: UNABLE TO CONTACT.
Boil Water Advisory has been lifted in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 3:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The boil water advisory for the South Lake Tahoe residents on the Heavenly mountainside of Pioneer Trail between Ski Run Blvd. and Fern Road has been lifted. The tap water is safe to drink.
The South Tahoe Public Utility District collected additional water samples within the affected area on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Chlorine levels were normal and there were no bacteria, just as the results were from the October 8 testing.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue shows Tahoe Valley students importance of fire safety/education
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 10:34am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A team from South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) has been at Tahoe Valley Elementary School this week as part of Fire Prevention Month.
SLTFR was awarded a grant from the Parasol Foundation to purchase an inflatable home that students go through and learn about being fire-safe and what to happen in the case of a home fire.
"We are really happy to do this again," said STLFR Fire Marshal/Battalion Chief Kim George.
First residents move into Sugar Pine Village in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 8:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first phase of Sugar Pine Village in South Lake Tahoe is now complete, with the first residents moving in this week. There are 68 units in three buildings in this first group, two of them on Tata Lane, and the other fronting Lake Tahoe Blvd. When all is done there will have been four phases and 248 affordable housing units completed.
The affordable multifamily housing project is located on state-owned surplus land at 1888 Lake Tahoe Blvd. and 1029 Tata Lane in the Y area.
Continue precautionary boil advisory though first round of water quality results are clean
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 7:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A precautionary boil water advisory remains in
Signage at old Motel 6 property shows plans for restoration of 31 acre acquisition
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 9:48am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) has placed signals at their newest acquired property in South Lake Tahoe, showing the Upper Truckee Marsh that will be restored once Motel 6 and the old Carrows are demolished next year.
Lake Tahoe fuels reduction mastication work underway this week near Golden Bear Trail
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 7:57pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) forest thinning projects are underway and scheduled to continue through this fall, conditions and weather permitting. The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) will be masticating around the Golden Bear neighborhood this week beginning Oct. 8, 2024.
Boil water notice issued for Heavenly area of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 3:36pm
7PM Update: A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for residents on the Heavenly mountainside of Pioneer Trail between Ski Run Blvd and Fern Road. The boil water advisory is issued out of an abundance of caution and is expected to be resolved within 48 hours.
Impacted households should only use tap water that has been boiled vigorously for one minute or bottled water for drinking and cooking purposes as a safety precaution to avoid stomach or intestinal illness. Tap water may still be used for bathing, hand washing, and laundry.
South Tahoe PUD to host public meeting on Recycled Water Strategic Plan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 1:57pm
Event Date:
October 24, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) is developing a Recycled Water Strategic Plan to analyze options and establish a roadmap for managing recycled water in the future. Attend the public meeting to learn about the outcomes and ask questions. The meeting will be on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in South Tahoe Public Utility District’s Board Room, located at 1275 Meadow Crest Drive.
Douglas County School District holds Lake Tahoe meeting Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 5:21pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The Tuesday, October 8 meeting of the Douglas County School District (DCSD) Board of Trustees will be held at Whittell High School, starting at 4 p.m.
On the agenda:
Sean Ryan will give a presentation on Zephyr Cove Elementary School and George Whittell High School, where he is the Principal.
South Tahoe Public Utility District holding Board Candidate Forum
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 11:40am
Event Date:
October 23, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Please join the South Tahoe Public Utility District for a Board Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 23, at 6 p.m. in the District Board Room.
The Forum is open to the public and is an opportunity for the community to hear statements from each of the four candidates running for one of two seats on November 5: Chris Cefalu, Seth Dallob, Joel Henderson, and Kelly Sheehan.
Each candidate will provide an opening statement, answer questions posed by the audience and then provide a closing statement. The Forum is anticipated to last approximately two hours.
Understory burning resumes at Sugar Pine Point
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 11:03am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) Fall Prescribed Fire Program continues this week on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore. If conditions and weather are favorable, California State Parks will resume understory burning at Sugar Pine Point State Park.
