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Ridge Tahoe employee celebrates 40-year work anniversary - most for any of company's staff in US/Mexico
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/12/2024 - 11:24pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - When James (Jim) Kazakov left his bartender job at Harvey's Inn to join the new Ridge Tahoe Resort team on August 1, 1984, little did he know what lay before him. He was the first person to serve a drink at the resort’s bar, now called The Bear Trap Lounge & Bar, and continues to serve the guests, owners, and locals who stop by.
Nevada State Legislative holding final TRPA oversight committee meeting in Carson City
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/12/2024 - 10:27pm
The sixth and final regular meeting of the Nevada State Legislative Committee for the review and oversight of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and the Marlette Lake Water System will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 16 in Room 3138 of the Nevada State Legislative Building, 401 S. Carson St., Carson City, Nev.
South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/12/2024 - 6:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After taking the month of July off, the South Lake Tahoe City Council will meet again on Tuesday, August 13 at 9 a.m. at Council Chambers at the Lake Tahoe Airport.
On the agenda:
Driver of car believed to have started Gold Ranch Fire arrested
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/12/2024 - 5:13pm
The Nevada Highway Patrol has arrested the driver of a vehicle that was on fire on I-80 near Verdi on Sunday. The vehicle, a 2020 Alfa Romeo, is believed to have started the Gold Ranch Fire which has burned over 500 acres, so far.
The driver, Andrew Nick, was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving and booked into the Washoe County jail.
The NHP investigation is open and active.
Carl Hasty announces retirement from Tahoe Transportation District
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/12/2024 - 3:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - During its board meeting last Tuesday, Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) District Manager Carl Hasty announced his retirement.
Hasty has served as the agency for over 15 years. The TTD Board of Directors will begin the process of selecting a successor, with discussions planned for the September board meeting. The District is also actively seeking a Senior Transportation Planner to continue the momentum and advance future projects that build on Hasty’s legacy.
Red Flag Warning and Lake Wind Advisory for Lake Tahoe and Truckee Monday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/12/2024 - 12:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for the Lake Tahoe and Truckee areas. The warning for gusty winds and low humidity is in effect until 8 p.m. Monday.
Expect winds from the southwest to west of 20 to 25 mph with gusts of 30 to 35 mph.
No barbecuing or firepits whatsoever are allowed and move anything combustible at least 5 feet away from your home.
Milder, more seasonable temperatures for the week ahead at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2024 - 10:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The above-average temperatures the Lake Tahoe area has been experiencing for the last several weeks will be backing off a bit in the following week, with highs in the 70s and overnight lows of 39-42 degrees.
The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Monday Night - Mostly clear, with a low of around 40. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Two fires north of Lake Tahoe keeping firefighters busy
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2024 - 8:34pm
MONDAY UPDATE: As of 9 a.m., the fire has burned about 500 acres and is being worked on by 200 personnel from federal, state, and local fire agencies. The fire has been renamed the Gold Ranch Fire. Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District said their focus today is to maintain the progress they have made as winds pick up this afternoon and there is a Red Flag warning for the area. 400 homes are threatened. The goal is to hold fire south of Interstate 80, north of Garson Road. Evacuations remain in effect, and the evacuation map remains the same.
Extension of filing period for South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2024 - 8:58am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The filing period for those interested in running for the two open South Lake Tahoe City Councilmember positions has been extended since the two incumbents are not running for reelection. Those interested have until August 14 at 5 p.m. to file. So far, three people have decided to run and complete the paperwork, Keith Roberts, David Jinkens, and Nick Speal, according to El Dorado County Elections.
Cristi Creegan and John Friedrich did not file to run for a second term.
Crozier Fire at 1,960 acres, 14% contained - community meeting Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2024 - 12:20am
UPDATE Sunday 8PM: The fire remains at 1,938 acres with 28 percent containment. Minimal burning activity was observed today, with smoldering trees, downed snags, and pockets of brush continuing to burn within the established perimeter. The large amount of dry fuel remains a significant concern. However, improving weather conditions and a gradual cooling trend are expected to support firefighting efforts as crews continue to mop up and strengthen containment lines.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2024 - 12:03am
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.
July 29 - August 4, 2024
7/29
08:34 CIVIL INCIDENT - Officer initiated activity at Town Valley Townhome, Tata Ln, South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: SERVED.
Major delays expected on SR28 project in North Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/10/2024 - 7:41pm
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project and gas-line replacement work 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 broadband into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.
Utility work is scheduled along the shoulders of both directions of SR-28 at the following locations and times:
El Dorado County starts a dedicated Crozier Fire webpage as fire grows to 1960 acres
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/09/2024 - 10:40pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The Crozier Fire burning in the steep, rugged terrain northwest of Placerville has grown to 1,960 acres and it remains five percent contained.
The fire continues to burn in areas with receptive and abundant fuels. Crews continue to engage actively in parts of the fire when it is possible to build direct lines, reinforce lines, and mop up. Crews are working around high heat and steep, rocky terrain.
Weather remains hot and dry Friday night and through the weekend with poor overnight relative humidity recoveries.
Sir Rod Stewart postpones Lake Tahoe concert
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/09/2024 - 2:57pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Sir Rod Stewart canceled his August 9 show at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Lake Tahoe, just a few hours before showtime. On his Instagram account, a statement put to rest rumors that have been circulating since the singer canceled his 200th show in Las Vegas earlier in the week due to strep throat.
According to Instagram, Sir Rod Stewart canceled both his Lake Tahoe show and his August 10 Lincoln, Calif. show due to a "summer strain of COVID-19."
One-way controlled traffic planned for SR89, SR88 and SR4 in Alpine County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/08/2024 - 11:15pm
ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control next week on SR-4, SR-88, and SR-89 for construction and maintenance operations.
Work is scheduled as follows:
STATE ROUTE 4
• One-way traffic control from the Alpine Ranger Station to Silvertip Campground for pavement work beginning Monday, August 12, through Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Smoke from Crozier Fire makes its way into Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/08/2024 - 10:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Crozier Fire burning west of Lake Tahoe has grown to 1,582 acres and it remains five percent contained. The smoke from the fire made its way into the Lake Tahoe Basin on Thursday evening, affecting air quality on the east shore, with some poor air quality also seen in other areas of the lake, and into the Carson Valley and Reno.
The sunset in the photo above was taken from Round Hill Pines Resort.
There are currently 1,309 personnel working on the fire including those on 113 engines, 17 water tenders, 12 helicopters, 31 hand crews, and 13 dozers.
Crozier Fire northeast of Placerville continues to grow, evacuation orders in place
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/08/2024 - 9:37am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The Crozier Fire burning on the west slope of the Sierra Nevada in El Dorado County has grown to 706 acres and is five percent contained. The fire is burning in a remote area of heavy timber and thick brush which makes access difficult. There are 752 firefighting personnel working on the fire with 46 engines, four helicopters and 14 hand crews.
Free chipping services available from Lake Tahoe area fire districts
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/08/2024 - 7:00am
Defensible space is the barrier that helps slow or halt the progress of fire that would otherwise engulf a property, and Lake Tahoe area fire departments are offering free chipping services to help with that task. Creating and maintaining defensible space is a key concept in wildfire prevention and is important for local fire-adapted communities.
All neighborhoods can take steps toward creating defensible space around their homes by clearing vegetative debris, pine needles, and woody materials.
Carson City School District students required to use cellphone pouches this school year
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/07/2024 - 12:41pm
The Carson City School District has announced a school-based initiative aimed at enhancing the educational environment and minimizing distractions in classrooms. Starting August 19, 2024, all middle and high school students will be required to place their cell phones and other smart technology devices in locking pouches during school hours.
Pete Buttigieg announced as this year's Lake Tahoe Summit keynote speaker
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/07/2024 - 12:21pm
Event Date:
August 14, 2024 - 10:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg has been invited as the keynote speaker for the 28th annual Lake Tahoe Summit on August 14.
This year’s theme is “Connecting Tahoe: Investing in Transit, Trails, and Technology for the Future” and the summit is open to the public. The focus will be on efforts by federal, state, and local stakeholders to address Lake Tahoe’s transportation challenges and support innovative solutions to protect the lake for future generations.
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office joins forces in Pedestrian Safety Campaign
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/07/2024 - 9:45am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will be joining forces with participating law enforcement agencies in Nevada for a Joining Forces Pedestrian Safety Campaign. The campaign will take place from August 7-31, 2024.
Nevada had 109 pedestrian fatalities in 2023. This Pedestrian Safety Campaign aims to increase law enforcement participation by coordinating highly visible patrols across the State of Nevada to educate both pedestrians and drivers about road safety.
New fire starts in El Dorado County: Crozier Fire growing with evacuations in place
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/07/2024 - 8:38am
9:00AM THURSDAY UPDATE: The Crozier Fire burning on the west slope of the Sierra Nevada in El Dorado County has grown to 706 acres and is five percent contained. The fire is burning in a remote area of heavy timber and thick brush which makes access difficult. There are 752 firefighting personnel working on the fire with 46 engines, four helicopters and 14 hand crews.
Wildlife Crossing Project to close U.S. 395 through Sonora Junction for two weeks
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/06/2024 - 11:14pm
U.S. 395 will fully close for 15 days for the Sonora Junction Shoulders Project as crews install two under-highway wildlife crossings, providing safe and sustainable passage for mule deer and other area wildlife.
Beginning Wednesday, September 4, the highway will fully close between Bridgeport and State Route 108.
The project, which began construction in May, is widening the shoulders of the highway to 8 feet, installing rail-element retaining walls, stabilizing slopes with anchored mesh, and installing wildlife crossings.
TRPA seeks public's input on 25-year transportation plan for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/06/2024 - 3:37pm
Event Date:
August 20, 2024 - 6:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Join the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) for an overview of the Connections 2050 Regional Transportation Plan, which will identify a broad range of projects, programs, and strategies needed to improve Tahoe’s transportation system over the next 25 years.
This plan creates a vision for a comprehensive transportation system that will reduce congestion and preserve Tahoe’s environment.
Forest thinning projects continue at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/06/2024 - 11:42am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) forest thinning projects are scheduled to continue for the next several weeks, conditions and weather permitting. Some projects are expected to continue through the fall. For project details, including the lead agency, start date and expected duration, view the Forest Thinning Projects Map at Tahoe Living With Fire which highlights current and upcoming projects.
Juvenile arrested after car stolen in South Lake Tahoe, crashes into police car
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/05/2024 - 9:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A juvenile was arrested on Saturday after allegedly stealing a vehicle from a home on Tanglewood Drive. South Lake Tahoe Police Lt. Scott Crivelli said the car was stolen at 3 a.m., and later in the day it was spotted near Martin Avenue and Black Bart Avenue. The officer from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) who saw the stolen car attempted to make a traffic stop at Black Bart and Genoa avenues. The car sped away.
Stuck big-rig closes SR89 at Emerald Bay for much of the day
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/05/2024 - 4:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The driver of a 73-foot big rig took a route not approved as a truck route on Monday morning, finding himself, and the truck, stuck on SR89 and stranding motorists. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded at 11:12 a.m. to the area just north of Cascade Creek, and south of Emerald Bay. Traffic was held up for hours when the truck took a turn too tight, blocking the flow of vehicles.
The truck-trailer combination will remain on the highway until it can be moved safely, but traffic is flowing. The air lines on the truck are inoperable.
Douglas County School District making leadership moves this summer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/05/2024 - 9:53am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County School District (DCSD) has been filling open leadership positions, a positive change after what many looked at as a turbulent year. After the board recently approved the hiring of Frankie Alvarado as its new superintendent, other new roles have been made known.
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Sunny and warm
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/04/2024 - 10:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An upper ridge is parked over California this week, keeping daytime high temperatures above average. Late Friday, an upper air trough will move into the Pacific Northwest which will push the ridge to the east a bit. Daytime temperatures may start to cool slightly through the following weekend.
At this time there is no rain or thunderstorms in the forecast.
The South Lake Tahoe forecast for the week from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monthly gaming report: Lake Tahoe casinos "win" figure was $21.4M in June
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/04/2024 - 10:00pm
Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,286,686,312 for June 2024, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board's latest monthly report. This amounts to a 3.25 percent increase compared to the same month a year ago when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,246,020,144. For the fiscal year, the gaming win has increased by 4.36 percent with $15,765,165,340 in "win".
The "gaming win" represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
Major travel delays can be expected on SR28 next week in North Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/04/2024 - 10:23am
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project and gas-line replacement work continuing along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.
The broadband project is a part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed broadband into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.
One-way traffic control is scheduled along SR-28 between the Tahoe State Park entrance and the State Route 89 intersection:
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/03/2024 - 9:40pm
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.
July 22 - July 28, 2024
7/22
03:27 NOISE DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Camp Richardson on Jameson Beach Rd, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ADVISED.
November ballot filling up with candidates as deadline draws near
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/03/2024 - 8:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The November 5 election is just over 90 days away, and candidates have started to file the necessary paperwork for several local elected positions open this year.
The deadline to file is August 9, 2024. If an incumbent does not file for reelection, the filing period will be extended to August 14 for that position only.
As of Friday, August 2, the following people have completed the needed paperwork to run for office:
County Board of Education Trustee Area 5 - appointed incumbent Kathy Jensen is running.
River City Waterway Alliance holding Johnson Meadow cleanup Saturday; Everyone welcome to help
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 11:16pm
Event Date:
August 3, 2024 - 10:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Volunteers with the River City Waterway Alliance will be in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday to join with local volunteers to remove debris from the Johnson Meadow.
New video shows paddlers how to protect both Lake Tahoe and gear
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 9:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Inflatable paddleboards are easy to carry and can help alleviate parking congestion, but did you know they can also spread aquatic invasive species (AIS)? Many paddlers are unaware that the water that collects in the folds and carrying bags can transport AIS that threatens Lake Tahoe’s ecology and water clarity.
Legal papers filed against South Lake Tahoe's Measure N verbiage
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 8:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Former South Lake Tahoe mayor, city councilmember, and local businessman Tom Davis filed a petition for a writ of mandate in El Dorado County Superior County on July 26. The writ was directed to City Clerk Susan Blankenship and County Registrar of Voters Bill O'Neill in their official capacities, and Amelia Richmond, Nick Speal, C.T. Rowe, Kira Richardson, and Alicia Halpern as "real parties in interest."
Tahoe Douglas Fire raised rates for service on August 1
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 12:15am
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District (TDFPD) has changed its rate schedule that cover many aspects of the services it provides to the community. The rise in rates includes, but is not limited to, construction inspections, vacation home rental inspections, special event inspections, plan reviews, incident response, and stand-by fees.
Fees enable TDFPD to recuperate expenses incurred by vehicles, personnel, and materials involved with fire prevention, fire suppression, and emergency medical services used by locals, businesses, and visitors.
Tahoe Transportation District holding public meeting on Short-Range Transit Plan update
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/01/2024 - 11:58pm
Event Date:
August 6, 2024 - 6:00pm
The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, requires that transit providers undertake a short-range planning process every five to seven years.
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) has begun the update for its Short-Range Transit Plan, and TTD is creating this webpage to solicit public comments during the process.
Lake Tahoe air quality affected by Park Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 11:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Smoke from the Park Fire has been affecting the air quality for much of Northern California and Western Nevada, and more of the same can be expected through Thursday. The Park Fire is 18 percent contained as of June 31 and has burned 391,200 acres covering four counties, Butte, Plumas, Shasta, and Tehama.
According to AirNow, Lake Tahoe has been in the "moderate" to "unhealthy for sensitive groups" ranges, with the North Shore having the poorer air quality. Truckee is currently in the unhealthy" range.
Thursday should be more of the same.
South Lake Tahoe man one of three killed during brawl at Ely State Prison
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 10:15pm
Twenty-two-year-old Connor Brown of South Lake Tahoe man has been identified as one of three men killed during an altercation at Ely State Prison on Tuesday. The Nevada Department of Corrections also identified inmate Zackaria Luz, and the name of the third person has not yet been released, pending notification of family.
Head-on collision in South Lake Tahoe sends four to hospital
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 5:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A head-on collision on Pioneer Trail Friday sent all four people involved to the hospital. On July 26, 2024, at approximately 1 p.m., A 2022 Prius was being driven northbound near Tionontati Street when, for unknown reasons, the Prius crossed into the southbound lane, hitting a 2022 GMC Sierra head-on.
TRPA settles with jet boat operator who entered the Upper Truckee River Marsh
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 10:58am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A $10,000 penalty against a jet boat operator on Lake Tahoe was approved by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) during its July 24 board meeting.
In April 2024, TRPA staff received complaints and video documentation of a motorized watercraft operating more than 5 mph in the sensitive Upper Truckee River Marsh on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. Operating motorized watercraft in tributaries of Lake Tahoe and speeding within 600 feet of shore are prohibited by TRPA regulations to protect public safety, water quality, habitat, and recreation.
Bike or use shuttle to 28th annual Lake Tahoe Summit at Round Hill Pines
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 11:34pm
Event Date:
August 14, 2024 - 10:00am
The 28th annual Lake Tahoe Summit will be held on Wednesday, August 14 at Round Hill Pines Beach Resort in Zephyr Cove, Nev. The theme of this year’s event is “Connecting Tahoe: Investing in Transit, Trails, and Technology for the Future.”
This year's host is Nevada Senator Cortez Masto.
Check-in and a booth fair featuring Lake Tahoe environmental organizations will begin at 9 a.m. The Summit program starts at 10 a.m. The booth fair will continue with food for purchase from Beach Bums Bar & Grill after the Summit concludes.
Appellate Court overturns South Lake Tahoe murder conviction
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 11:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In November 2021, a South Lake Tahoe jury of six men, and six women found Tevarez Richard Lopez guilty of murdering Dennis "Spike" Wright, Jr. at the Beverly Lodge in South Lake Tahoe on January 30, 2016. The guilty verdict led Judge Suzanne Kingsbury to sentence him to Life Without the Possibility of Parole on December 2, 2022.
Lake Tahoe Clarity Report: Winter lake conditions clearest in 40 years while summer clarity drops
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 5:34pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - There is both good news and bad news in the annual clarity report, released Tuesday by the University of California, Davis – Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC).
The clarity of Lake Tahoe’s famed blue waters in 2023 continued its years-long trend of improving during the winter and deteriorating during the summer.
Winter lake conditions were the clearest observed since 1983 and the 10th best on record, with visibility of 91.8 feet under the surface, compared with 72.2 feet in 2022.
New Deputy Forest Supervisor named for Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 3:16pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has announced the selection of Rosalie Herrera as the permanent deputy forest supervisor for the Lake Tahoe Basin.
“Please join me in welcoming Rosalie to the Lake Tahoe Basin,” said LTBMU Forest Supervisor, Erick Walker. “Rosalie brings a wealth of agency experience to the position and it’s great to have her as a permanent member of our team.”
Water quality results after sewer spill at Fallen Leaf Lake
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 6:59pm
TUESDAY UPDATE: The six samples collected 36 hours after Sunday morning's spill showed bacteria counts, including e.coli, back to baseline at all sampling sites. The warning signs have been removed.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Results from the six water samples collected at Fallen Leaf Lake after Sunday morning's sewage spill show elevated levels of total coliform, including e.coli, at the point of entry and 150 feet north of the sewer spill. The bacteria levels detected are below the requirements for beach closures.
Barton Health hosting public meeting on planned changes with move to Stateline
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 6:46pm
Event Date:
August 6, 2024 - 4:00pm
Barton Health is in the planning process for the Barton Hospital Replacement Project which will be based in Stateline, Nev. This project is meant to elevate care for the Lake Tahoe region through a new, state-of-the-art hospital featuring additional healthcare services and leading technology. To inform and engage the community in the planning process, Barton will host a public Community Education & Input Session at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6 at South Tahoe High School.
Lake Tahoe drowning victim identified as Kentucky resident
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 12:49pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Twenty-one-year-old Owen Joseph McDonough visiting from Villa Hills, Kentucky has been positively identified as the drowning victim rescued from rough waters at Lake Tahoe's Whale Beach on Sunday evening.
McDonough's family has been notified.
20-year-old dies in drowning accident at Lake Tahoe's Whale Beach
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2024 - 9:49pm
MONDAY MORNING UPDATE: Twenty-one-year-old Owen Joseph McDonough visiting from Villa Hills, Kentucky has been positively identified as the drowning victim rescued from rough waters at Lake Tahoe's Whale Beach on Sunday evening.
McDonough's family has been notified.
