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BEBOT to be deployed at Conolley Beach in South Lake Tahoe - postponed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/17/2023 - 11:58pm
Event Date:
August 24, 2023 - 9:00am
UPDATE: The demonstration of the BEBOT has been moved to Thursday, August 24 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Conolley Beach, South Lake Tahoe behind the Tahoe Beach Retreat.
Update: This event is postponed due to the forecast. A future date will be announced.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The City of South Lake Tahoe is partnering with the Beach Retreat, ECO-CLEAN Solutions, and the League to Save Lake Tahoe to deploy the beach-cleaning robot BEBOT on the shores of Lake Tahoe. BEBOT, short for “beach robot,” will be performing a full beach cleaning at Conolley Beach on Monday, August 21.
Enhanced fire restrictions for Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/16/2023 - 10:30pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - In addition to year-round restricted areas, enhanced fire restrictions are now in effect on National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin and will remain in effect through the end of December 2023, or until rescinded. Enhanced fire restrictions mean wood and charcoal fires are now prohibited in Blackwood Canyon, Luther Pass, and Watson Lake campgrounds. Portable stoves are allowed with a valid permit.
Coffee With A Cop at Mad Dog Cafe in Woodfords
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/16/2023 - 3:03pm
Event Date:
August 18, 2023 - 9:00am
On Friday, August 18, 2023, members of the California Highway Patrol South Lake Tahoe office, Alpine County Sheriff, and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, have coffee, and build relationships.
All community members are invited to attend. The event goes from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on August 18 at Mad Dog Cafe in Woodfords, CA. Please contact Public Information Officer Ruth Loehr with questions: (530) 577-1001 or rloehr@chp.ca.gov.
Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar announce winter opening dates
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/16/2023 - 10:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is still beach and hiking weather and the calendar says it is summer, but Vail Resorts is sharing its opening dates at Lake Tahoe. Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort have announced their planned opening dates for the upcoming 2023-2024 ski and ride season. Heavenly and Northstar will target opening on Friday, November 17, and Kirkwood will target Friday, December 1.
Making the US50/SR28 intersection safer is part of NDOT's Lake Tahoe plan
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/14/2023 - 11:12pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There have been two major crashes at the intersection of US50 and SR28 on Spooner Summit in recent weeks, one of those crashes claiming the life of a 61-year-old man from Washington. Many are calling for a safer intersection in order to prevent more tragic crashes and further loss of life.
President Joe Biden heading to Lake Tahoe Friday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/14/2023 - 9:26pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There have been Secret Service personnel on the south and east shore of Lake Tahoe this week, all in preparation for President Joe Biden's arrival on Friday. The White House confirmed Monday that the President will arrive on August 18 and is scheduled to depart Thursday, August 24.
It has not been disclosed if the visit is for a vacation, business, or for a fundraising event. As of Monday, there are no public events scheduled.
Three South Lake Tahoe brandishing cases over the weekend
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/14/2023 - 4:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to three calls of brandishing of a weapon this weekend, two with guns and the third with a knife.
Two men from Alameda, Calif. were arrested Saturday in South Lake Tahoe after allegedly pointing a gun at another driver during what is being called a road rage incident.
Washoe County has first confirmed Hantavirus case in 2023
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/14/2023 - 3:16pm
The Washoe County Health District (WCHD) is reporting a confirmed Hantavirus case in a Washoe County resident.
The person is a male in his 60s who has been hospitalized after being exposed to rodent droppings weeks prior. There is no update on the person’s condition and the investigation is ongoing.
This is the first Hantavirus case reported in Washoe County since November 2022. The last Hantavirus death was reported in December 2020.
Missing hiker Bill Roberts in good health after being located in Sequoia National Park.
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/14/2023 - 2:25pm
SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. – Missing hiker Bill Roberts has been located in Sequoia National Park. Roberts is in good health and is being reunited with his family.
FOUND - Search underway for Lake Tahoe man reported missing in Sequoia National Park
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/13/2023 - 10:38pm
UPDATE: Bill Roberts has been found and is in good health after a search party started Sunday to locate the Lake Tahoe man in the Sequoia National Park. See and update here: https://southtahoenow.com/story/08/14/2023/missing-hiker-bill-roberts-good-health-after-being-locate...
SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. – A search is underway in Sequoia National Park for hiker Bill Roberts, 76, of Lake Tahoe, Calif.
Chance of rain and thunderstorms remains in the South Lake Tahoe forecast for the week ahead
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/13/2023 - 7:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Low pressure along the California coastline will remain a fixture in the overall pattern through the upcoming week in the Lake Tahoe Basin and Northern Nevada. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno says to plan on daily chances for showers and thunderstorms for the Sierra and parts of western Nevada this week, especially on Monday. Temperatures will remain warm through the week with some cooling possible by next weekend. The weekend also shows the possibility of continued thunderstorms.
The South Lake Tahoe forecast from NWS Reno:
Mid-August updates from NDOT on SR 431 and SR28 projects
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/13/2023 - 3:14pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and its contractors continue work on SR431 and SR28 at Incline Village. The NDOT and Q&D Construction's SR 431-28 Tahoe Project is a multi-year highway improvement project that will revitalize and enhance the existing roadways and utility/drainage systems helping preserve pavement and protect Lake Tahoe.
Drivers can expect reduced speeds through the work zone and up to 30-minute delays. Construction operations are weather-dependent and subject to change.
The following is the upcoming work schedule:
2023 Envision Tahoe Venture Summit to be held at new event center
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/13/2023 - 11:14am
Event Date:
October 20, 2023 - 9:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Envision Tahoe Venture Summit is an opportunity to catalyze change and take action to benefit our regional economy while supporting our community, quality of life, and environment. This year's summit will be held on October 20, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the new Tahoe Blue Events Center in Stateline, Nev.
North Lake Tahoe Highway Project updates for SR28
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/13/2023 - 10:45am
PLACER COUNTY – Caltrans is advising motorists of continued traffic-interfering work on State Highway 28 in North Lake Tahoe next week.
Southwest Gas and its contractor, Q&D Construction, continue to work on a gas line replacement project on Highway 28 between Tahoe City and Kings Beach.
One-way traffic control is scheduled between Center Street and Ridgewood Road in Carnelian Bay from Sunday, August 13 at 7 p.m. until Friday, August 18 at 8 a.m. No work is scheduled on the weekend.
El Dorado County working on last ditch effort to get California TV stations in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/12/2023 - 9:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For years, South Lake Tahoe residents have been expressing their desire to bring California television stations to Spectrum/Charter Communications, and other cable and satellite providers. There have been letters and telephone conversations with government officials, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and KCRA and other Sacramento television stations.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/12/2023 - 7:48pm
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.
August 3 - August 9, 2023
8/3
02:38 VERBAL DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Camp Richardson on Jameson Beach Rd. in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: UNABLE TO LOCATE.
Electric boat catches fire at Homewood Marina
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/11/2023 - 10:32pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An electric boat caught on fire Friday afternoon at the Homewood Marina at Lake Tahoe, sending smoke into the air. When the U.S. Coast Guard arrived they found the North Tahoe Fire Protection District on scene already, battling the fire on the boat.
Fortunately, no one was injured during this fire, and no property damage besides the boat was reported.
Plans for old Lilly Tires corner before South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/11/2023 - 5:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Muller Redevelopment Project at 2629 and 2635 Lake Tahoe Boulevard is before the South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission on August 17.
For decades the two parcels were home to first Pete Lilly's Firestone and later Lilly's Tire Service before Pete's retirement and sale of the properties. The new owner, Steven Muller, has a major redesign of the corner property before the commission that will bring a mixed-use project. This will include converting the previous retail and warehouse commercial
Caltrans not raising existing speed limits in South Lake Tahoe city limits
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/11/2023 - 4:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After heavy public input about the proposed speed limit change along US50 and SR89 in South Lake Tahoe, Caltrans has agreed to keep the existing speed limits. The public comments from the June 20 City Council meeting and input from the City have led to the speed limits remaining the same for at least the next 14 years.
Eastern Placer County evacuation and emergency preparedness town hall at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/10/2023 - 7:35pm
Event Date:
August 17, 2023 - 6:00pm
The eastern Placer County community is invited to participate in a town hall event on August 17 at 6 p.m. to discuss evacuation planning and strategies along with emergency preparedness.
This informational session aims to provide the community with a better understanding of what public safety agencies are doing to prepare for wildfire emergencies. The town hall will also provide residents with strategies to enhance their own readiness.
All lanes currently blocked at Spooner Summit due to injury crash
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/10/2023 - 4:39pm
6:15PM Update: Traffic is moving but the road is not completely clear. Use caution if driving near US50/SR28.
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There is a major incident near the intersection of US50 and SR28 at the top of Spooner Summit. There are few details at this time but the Nevada State Police Highway Division is reporting an injury crash and all lanes are blocked.
It was reported at 3:45 p.m. Thursday.
If new information becomes available this story will be updated.
Hard Rock Lake Tahoe one step closer to new ownership, new name
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/10/2023 - 4:07pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - It looks like the Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe is headed to town. On Wednesday, the Nevada Gaming Control Board recommended the licensing of executives Tilman Joseph Fertitta, Steven Lee Scheinthal, and Richard Holden Leim of Golden Landry’s LLC and GN NV Holdings LLC for what has been known as the Hard Rock Lake Tahoe since the end of 2014.
Things should be final at the Nevada Gaming Commission's August 24 meeting when the final approval of licensing is voted on.
Pledge to continue support of protecting Lake Tahoe made at annual Summit
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/10/2023 - 3:07pm
KINGS BEACH, Calif. - The Washoe Tribe called Da-ow-a-ga (or as we know it, Lake Tahoe) as their home for centuries, and two members of the tribe were at the 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit Wednesday to share the importance of the lake to their people.
"Tahoe is not only beautiful for us, this is life, the heart of our people," explained Washoe Chairman Serrell Smokey. "The earth and water gave us life."
Chairman Smokey said that after they were forced out of the Lake Tahoe Basin they are coming back to work together to not only acknowledge the Washoe land but to protect it.
North Lake Tahoe Fire warns of dangers, provides water safety tips after several water rescues
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/09/2023 - 6:52pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD) is warning of an increased risk of water rescues at Lake Tahoe due to the cold water temperatures. The water temperature at Lake Tahoe is currently 67 degrees, which is considered cold water. Cold water can quickly lead to cold water shock, swim failure, and hypothermia, which can be deadly.
“We have already responded to several water rescues this summer,” said NLTFPD Fire Chief Ryan Sommers. “We want to remind everyone to be aware of the dangers of cold water and to take precautions to stay safe.”
Official groundbreaking at site of new LTCC dorms - "It's a game changer"
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/09/2023 - 5:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What started as a dream 50 years ago has now moved into stages never before imagined at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC).
"This is a truly historical day for LTCC," said the college's President Jeff DeFranco on Tuesday in front of a crowd of state and community leaders, project staff, and the public. "This project is a game changer for the college, the community, and the students."
Council approves contract and bond sale for new recreation center in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/08/2023 - 11:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – It's not going to be cheap, but when all is said and done, South Lake Tahoe will have a state-of-the-art recreation and aquatic center for all ages.
During its August 8 meeting, the South Lake Tahoe City Council unanimously approved the center which will cost about $70M.
To accomplish this, the Council approved the issuance of 2023 Lease Revenue Bonds for $55M, combined with $12.4M already collected from Measure P funds, $1M from Measure S, $2.7M from ARPA unallocated funds along with some other sources.
Community Hike With The Mayor and Ice Cream Social
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/08/2023 - 11:36am
Event Date:
August 24, 2023 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join South Lake Tahoe Mayor Cristi Creegan and the City's Complete Streets Program Manager, Jason Burke, on a Community Hike on Thursday, August 24 at 5:30 p.m. They will be sharing the history of the Class I bike trails, new additions to the trails, and future expansions along the bike trail adjacent to El Dorado Beach (one-mile round trip).
Following the hike, join them for some ice cream while overlooking the lake at Lakeview Commons (dairy-free options will be available).
Current parking area closing as USFS begins parking upgrades at Chimney Beach Trailhead
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/08/2023 - 11:16am
The parking area at Chimney Beach Trailhead on Highway 28 will be closed for construction beginning August 14, 2023, and is expected to remain closed through the end of October. USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit contractors are scheduled to begin construction to increase the number of parking spots at the popular East Shore destination. Trails will remain open during construction.
City Council to vote on $67.8M recreation center contract, Heavenly parking plan, inclusionary housing ordinance
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/07/2023 - 7:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council meets on Tuesday, August 8, and they have a full agenda to discuss, with the public portion of the meeting starting at 9 a.m.
On their agenda:
Transportation options for 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit at Kings Beach
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/07/2023 - 4:58pm
Event Date:
August 9, 2023 (All day)
KINGS BEACH, Calif. - Going to the 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit in the Kings Beach State Recreation Area on Wednesday? On-site parking will be very limited that day and attendees are encouraged to use public transportation, walk, or use a complimentary shuttle service to get to and from the summit. There will also be a bicycle valet service courtesy of the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/07/2023 - 12:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of July 25-31, 2023. 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 July 25-31, 2023
7/25
Arrests
Highs near 80 all week in South Lake Tahoe; Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms mid-week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/06/2023 - 7:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A much drier pattern returns through Thursday with near-seasonable summer-like temperatures. A pattern change looks to favor a period of showers and thunderstorms later next week into next
weekend, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
The chance of showers coming from Tropical Storm Eugene which is projected to continue to spinning northwest south and west of the Baja California before briefly stalling mid-week in the Eastern Pacific. Eugene’s remnants
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/06/2023 - 7:26pm
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 20 - August 2, 2023
7/20
00:20 NOISE DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Camp Richardson on Jameson Beach Rd. in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ADVISED.
Caltrans advising motorists of continued traffic-interfering work on State Highways 28 and 267 in North Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/05/2023 - 8:04pm
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of continued traffic-interfering work on State Highways 28 and 267 in North Lake Tahoe next week.
Southwest Gas and its contractor, Q&D Construction, continue to work on a gas line replacement project on Highway 28 between Tahoe City and Kings Beach.
New Presidential appointee for TRPA board; Bud Hicks recognized for his work
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/04/2023 - 8:07pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – During its monthly meeting last Wednesday, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board welcomed Meghan Hays as the newly appointed U.S. Presidential representative to the board and adopted a resolution in appreciation of the service of outgoing Presidential appointee, A.J. “Bud” Hicks, who had served in the non-voting board seat since 2018.
Identities released of two men who died at Lake Tahoe last weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/04/2023 - 3:40pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Washoe County Medical Examiner's Office has released the names of two men who died in Lake Tahoe last weekend. At this time drowning is suspected in both cases though an investigation is being conducted and the office is waiting for toxicology and lab results.
Big conflict bear captured in South Lake Tahoe and headed to sanctuary, cubs going to rehab
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/04/2023 - 3:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Wildlife biologists for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) this morning safely immobilized a large female conflict bear responsible for at least 21 DNA-confirmed home break-ins and extensive property damage in the South Lake Tahoe area since 2022. Her three cubs were also captured in the effort. One of the cubs was the one hit by a car on US50 on July 21 near Denny's, but it had been seen often throughout South Lake Tahoe eating, climbing, and walking.
Haze in Lake Tahoe Basin coming mostly from dust over the playas, some smoke
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/04/2023 - 2:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The haze in the Lake Tahoe Basin Friday is from a few different sources, but the majority of it is caused by dust that had been kicked up over the playas yesterday evening due to thunderstorm outflows. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno said there was just enough low-level airflow to allow that dust to sneak into the Lake Tahoe Basin.
NDOT installing wrong-way driver detection systems on some Carson City freeway ramps
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/04/2023 - 11:57am
CARSON CITY, Nev. – Brief overnight ramp and shoulder closures will take place on Interstate 580 in Carson City through August as the Nevada Department of Transportation installs and activates new wrong-way driver detection systems.
Beginning Aug. 4 through late August, intermittent shoulder closures will take place during both day and night hours on I-580 freeway ramps between North Carson Street and Fairview Drive.
Caltrans set to deploy state-of-the-art electronic message signs
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/03/2023 - 8:22pm
Caltrans is unveiling more than two dozen state-of-the-art full-color overhead highway message boards along the US50 corridor in El Dorado and Sacramento counties, I5 in Sacramento County and State Highways 70 and 99 in Butte County.
Caltrans District 3 engineers this month are conducting final tests on the 28 new color-changeable message signs. These signs are a first in the state at a cost of about $2.5 million. Other regions have installed these signs as a pilot project.
Community supports law enforcement and first responders during National Night Out
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/03/2023 - 7:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - National Night Out in South Lake Tahoe brought out the community Tuesday as everyone visited with the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Sheriff's Office and its Search & Rescue and STAR teams, California Highway Patrol, El Dorado County Probation, Alpine County Sheriff's Office and District Attorney, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, Lake Valley Fire Protection District, CalFIRE, and El Dorado County Animal Control.
West Nile Virus found in El Dorado County bird
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/02/2023 - 11:15pm
El Dorado County health officials received confirmation that a bird found in the Lotus area of El Dorado County tested positive for West Nile Virus, the first this year. The bird, a House Finch, was collected on July 21, 2023. West Nile Virus activity was not detected in El Dorado County in 2022.
Confirmation of the West Nile virus-positive bird means the virus is circulating between birds and mosquitoes and there is a heightened risk of infection in humans.
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi announced as keynote speaker at 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/02/2023 - 11:08pm
Event Date:
August 9, 2023 - 10:00am
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) announced Wednesday that the 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit will feature Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi as the keynote speaker. This year’s summit will be held on August 9, 2023, and will highlight Tahoe’s Environmental Improvement Program, a successful bipartisan, bi-state collaboration among local, state, federal, and private entities. It will also examine the challenges that lie ahead in the face of climate change and increasingly unpredictable weather whiplash, as well as the growing demands on regional infrastructure.
New aquatic robot, PixieDrone, cleans Lake Tahoe’s waters
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/02/2023 - 10:57pm
At first glance, Lake Tahoe is pristine. But look closer. Aquatic invasive plants and trash threaten the unique water quality and clarity for which Tahoe is known. Floating debris like plastic litter can leach chemicals into the aquatic environment, while each individual fragment of an invasive weed represents a new potential infestation and further harm to the Lake’s fragile ecology.
Nel's Tahoe Hardware closes after almost 80 years of supplying South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/02/2023 - 4:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the South Shore started developing and homes were being built in the 1940s, Tahoe Supply Co. was the only place in the area to buy nails, screws, and all other hardware needs. Linne Nelson bought the store in May 1945 from Jack and Irene Meyn who wanted to focus their business adventures on Trading Posts and photography. (Many South Lake Tahoe locals may know the mural on the side of the current El Dorado County building at the corner of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Takelar Drive - that is Irene Meyn).
North Lake Tahoe Fire ~ "Keep Your Home Safe from Wildfires - Act Now!" – One, Two, Free!
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/01/2023 - 11:33pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Summer is in full swing, and at the North Lake Tahoe Fire District, we're here to help you lower the risk of wildfires affecting your property. Take advantage of our three amazing programs to enhance your fire safety with ease!
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Man arrested as suspect in burglary and battery cases at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/01/2023 - 4:14pm
STATELINE, Nev. – An arrest has been made in the case of the man who entered the condominiums of two women as they slept on Elk Point Road in July. On the morning of Sunday, July 2, and again on the morning of Monday, July 3, at approximately 4:30 a.m., female guests staying at the Wyndham resort in the 180 block of Elks Point Road in Stateline woke up to an intruder in their room fondling their feet.
South Lake Tahoe Middle School closed to the public as FBI conducts active shooter training
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/31/2023 - 12:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a multi-agency training underway at South Tahoe Middle School (STMS), and the campus is currently closed to the public in the interest of safety. This training is to enhance the agency's response to active shooter scenarios that will benefit law enforcement, educators, and the South Lake Tahoe community.
The Lake Tahoe Unified School District is hosting Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) at STMS from July 31 through August 3, 2023.
Chance of rain mid-week in South Lake Tahoe before things heat up again
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/30/2023 - 6:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Warm and dry weather with typical afternoon breezes will prevail through Monday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. Moisture returns for the first few days of August,
bringing chances for mainly afternoon showers and thunderstorms, especially by Wednesday and Thursday. Temperatures will also cool by a few degrees by mid-late week, before warming up again next weekend.
The weekly South Lake Tahoe forecast from NWS Reno:
Monday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
Lake Tahoe to get more low-emission buses with new federal funding
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/30/2023 - 5:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A multi-agency partnership continues to improve transit solutions around the Lake Tahoe Basin and the inaugural year of service for the Proterra electric bus fleet was recently celebrated.
