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Assessor says El Dorado County homeowners may be eligible for property tax relief

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - El Dorado County Assessor Jon DeVille is reminding property owners in the path of the recent torrential rainstorms and snowstorms that they may be eligible for tax relief.

“The recent spate of winter storms have caused significant damage and in some cases devastating losses," Assessor Jon DeVille said. “I want to remind property owners that you may be eligible for property tax relief that could save you money on your taxes as you move forward.”

Tahoe Icicles

Bob Buehler took photos of icicles forming on a rock breakwater along the east shore of Lake Tahoe on March 2, 2023. Once the sun hits them, they melt very fast.

For Tahoe scenery videos, catch more on Bob's Vimeo link: https://vimeo.com/811474667.

Location

Lake Tahoe East Shore
Mason Court Photos by Bob Buehler
United States

TRPA approves plans for Lake Tahoe Community College dormitory

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During its meeting on Wednesday, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board unanimously approved a 33-room, 100-bed dormitory for Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) in South Lake Tahoe.

The dorms will be deed-restricted for low-income LTCC students from the Lake Tahoe region and California only. The target date for opening is July 1, 2025.

South Tahoe High's sports medicine students place high in national competition

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High School's (STHS) Sports Medicine students attended the National High School Sports Medicine Competition in Los Angeles last weekend and came home with several trophies.

As a team, STHS placed third out of over 40 schools and Rossi Bonev’s individual score placed her fifth out of over 600 students. The Tahoe students also participated in a Sports Med Jeopardy contest, placing third overall!

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe to be acquired by Fertitta Entertainment

STATELINE, Nev. - The Hard Rock in Lake Tahoe will soon be a Golden Nugget, according to an announcement today from Fertitta Entertainment, LLC. The company, which also owns the Chart House chain and the Houston Rockets, announced they signed a purchase agreement to acquire the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe in Stateline, Nevada, including land and business situated on twenty-four acres from Paragon Gaming for an undisclosed price.

The transaction is expected to close within the next seven to twelve months, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

Douglas County Sheriff seeks public's help in identifying armed robbery suspects

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for assistance in identifying two individuals suspected of an armed robbery at the Home Depot located at 921 Jacks Valley Road on March 9, 2023.

The suspects left in a silver 2017 Ford Fusion with California license plate 9BBS792.

If you have information related to this case or can identify the suspects, contact Douglas County Dispatch at 775-782-5126 or Investigator Wharton at 775-586-7253. Reference DCSO case number 23SO05913.

Kudos: Mt. Tallac High students and staff thank Pay It Forward Project for new vehicle

Dear Pay It Forward Project Fund,

This letter is written on behalf of the students of Mt. Tallac High School as a gesture of our enormous gratitude for your generous donation to them through the purchase of our school vehicle. This car is used daily for rides to employment and internships, mental health appointments, college field trips, and rides to and from our campus on snowy days. By having a school car, students feel seen, heard, and appreciated.

Go Fund Me fundraiser set up for hospitalized South Lake Tahoe woman

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A fundraiser has been set up for Stephanie McGrew, a South Lake Tahoe resident since 2002, who is facing a medical battle. After she suffered through years of suffering terrible abdominal pain and violent vomiting attacks, neighbors found Stephanie in the fetal position and in agony in her home in January. She was rushed to the hospital in Carson City. After she was stabilized, doctors ran a Gastric Emptying Study, finding Stephanie to have severe Gastroparesis.

South Tahoe High seniors commit to LTCC and Simpson College for sports at next level

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community College is benefitting from the soccer talents of four South Tahoe High School (STHS) seniors, all committing to playing for the Coyotes in the fall.

During a traditional high school signing ceremony with family and friends watching on Thursday, Itzel Diaz, Jenni Arias, Salvador Arias, and Aiden Morales all committed to LTCC Soccer Coach Jeremy Evans to play for him in the Fall. Aiden was a 1st Team All-League striker, Jenni a 1st Team All-State, and Itzel was Honorable Mention All-State.

POSTPONED -City of South Lake Tahoe hosting Emergency Preparedness Workshop

Event Date: 
March 29, 2023 - 9:00am

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Are y

ou prepared for the next emergency or disaster? Join the City of South Lake Tahoe for an Emergency Preparedness Workshop with Mayor Cristi Creegan, Fire Chief Jim Drennan, and Fire Marshall Kim George on Wednesday, March 29 at 9 a.m.

Learn tips and resources on how to be prepared - prepare for disasters, create a plan, and build an emergency kit. Also, learn how to properly use a fire extinguisher.

The workshop is taking place at the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Station 2, 2951 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

Lake Tahoe Historical Society presents Tahoe Talks

Event Date: 
April 12, 2023 - 6:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is holding its Spring Membership Meeting on Wednesday, April 12 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Museum Complex in South Lake Tahoe.

El Dorado County supervisors vote to disband Human Rights Commission, reduce ethics training

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Even with endless public comments in support of keeping the El Dorado County Human Rights Commission intact, the majority of supervisors voted to disband it during its meeting on Tuesday.

During its previous meeting, the Board of Supervisors had voted 3-2 to disband the commission in a first reading, then on March 21, the same 3-2 vote sealed the deal in a second reading.

Wylder Resort Hope Valley hosts history talk on Lake Tahoe and the Olympics

Event Date: 
March 26, 2023 - 12:00pm

Wylder Resort Hope Valley continues its local history series with a 50-minute slide show, “Going for the Gold-Lake Tahoe and the Olympics” from local author and historian David Woodruff on Sunday, March 26 at 12 p.m.

NLTFPD: Know before you throw

The winter that keeps on giving is still alive and well! While we are hoping with the official arrival of Spring that we will see the sun more than snow, until then, “Know Before You Throw.”

Taking advantage of breaks between storms is the best opportunity for snow-clearing preparations.

Quick Tip Reminders:

Kindness matters - Some South Lake Tahoe plow drivers being threatened, assaulted

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most of us learned at a very young age to treat others with kindness and respect. We learned how to be courteous.

Remember learning that respect is about treating others the way you would want to be treated, at all times and in all situations?

If COVID taught us anything, we learned that many people missed these important lessons, and the long, cold winter with heavy snowfall has also brought out a new set of bad behaviors.

New issue on SR89 at Emerald Bay - slide sends trees and snow onto bridge

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Highway 89 around Emerald Bay has been closed for weeks due to the large amount of snow needing to be safely cleared from the roadway. Caltrans crews have just hit a significant roadblock in their continued efforts to reopen the highway.

A massive slide has happened and the stretch of road approaching and onto the Eagle Falls Sidehill Viaduct is now littered with trees, boulders, and several feet of snow.

The bridge will need to be cleared of snow and the structure inspected for damages before it can be reopened to traffic.

Lake Tahoe's bears need everyone, locals and visitors, to be "bear wise"

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - If bears could read, we wouldn’t need BearWise®.

Bears excel at acting in what they perceive is their best interests: finding food, finding shelter, finding mates, raising their cubs, and coexisting with each other. But they have no clue that avoiding people and people places would be in their long-term best interests.

Reno resident arrested after allegedly stealing purse from car at Lake Tahoe day care

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A woman watching a daycare center on Michelle Drive at Stateline on Tuesday allegedly stole a purse from the car of a woman picking up her child at the center. Inside the purse were credit cards and phones.

Tax filing deadline moved for those living in El Dorado County and others under State of Emergency

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - California individuals and businesses impacted by the 2022-23 winter storms have qualified for an extension to file and pay both federal and state taxes until October 16, 2023. There will be no penalties assessed between April 18 and October 16 on payments that may be owed with 2022 tax filings.

Originally the extension was moved to May, but with the onslaught of storms January-March, authorities moved the date out to October 16 to help residents who were coping with the disasters.

This includes:

South Lake Tahoe business licenses issued in February

The following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the month of February 2023:

02/02
FLOAT SAUNA AND WELLNESS STUDIO
THE HARBECK COMPANY INC

02/06
RUBY WAY RENTAL
737 MODESTO AVE RENTAL
KIT RIDDLE ENGINEERING

2/08
MAGNOLIA MASSAGE
SILVER DOLLAR PARTNERS LLC RENTAL

2/09
CALIFORNIA RENEWABLE ENERGY
HUNTER TREE FIRE & MANAGEMENT

2/10
FOOTHILLS TOW LLC
HA NOI PHO

2/15
SIERRA BLVD RENTAL
3673 FOREST AVE RENTAL
802 MODESTO AVE RENTAL
MERCED RENTAL

2/16
JO ANN WILSON MARKETING
JOEL MONIZ RENTAL

2/17

2023/24 parking plans at Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar to include reservations and paid parking

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With winter storms creating epic snow around Lake Tahoe, a result has been road congestion and parking challenges at ski resorts. Vail Resorts announced today that these issues have led them to make changes to their parking plan at Northstar California, Heavenly Mountain Resort, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort for the next ski season.

Tahoe Valley Performing Arts presents Aristocats KIDS!

Event Date: 
March 29, 2023 - 6:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Valley Performing Arts presents Aristocats KIDS with over 60 Tahoe Valley Elementary students involved. Shows are Wednesday, March 29 and Thursday, March 30 in the Tahoe Valley Thunderbird Theater. The show starts at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Seats are first come first served unless you have purchased the reserved VIP seats.

Tickets are available at the Tahoe Valley Elementary Office.

Tahoe Valley Families: Adult $5 – Student $3,
Community Families: Adult $7 – Student $5, Special Reserved Seating: 1st Row – $25 2nd Row – $15

Community invited to Passover Seder held at Chabad at Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
April 5, 2023 - 7:15pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Community members are invited to participate in Chabad at Lake Tahoe's “Relive the Passover Exodus” with Rabbi Mordey and Rebbitzen Shaina Richler on Wednesday, April 5 at 7:15 p.m.

The Seders will feature a rich discussion about Passover, excellent food, and joyous singing. Chabad Rabbi Mordey and Rebbitzen Shaina Richler of the Chabad at Lake Tahoe will facilitate the inter-generational program.

The Seders cost $65 (for locals) and must be reserved in advance, by contacting Chabad at 530.539.4363 or our website at http://www.JewishTahoe.com/Seder.

Alpine County seeks operator for monthly summer Farmer's Market in Markleeville

ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - Alpine County is seeking a qualified operator to produce a monthly Farmer's Market in Markleeville for the 2023 season, June through October. This quaint, historic town is strategically located in the Eastern Sierra and is an ideal location for event activations. The tentative location of the Farmer’s Market is on Montgomery St. between Highway 89 and Laramie Rd. The proposed location will be closed down to vehicle traffic to create pedestrian and vendor access for the event. There are 500 feet of frontage on the north and south side of Montgomery St.

Winners of first round onto second in March Tahoe Trails Madness

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - It’s time for round two of Tahoe Trails Madness! As with another popular tournament happening right now, it took a mix of some blowouts and some very close matchups to arrive at the Tahoe Fund Elite Eight.

The Rubicon Trail dominated its first-round matchup over Ellis Peak, receiving 83 percent of the vote. Meanwhile, Mt. Tallac and the Incline Flume Trail each barely survived the first round, receiving under 55 percent of votes in their respective matchups.

TRPA to discuss Incline Village Area Plan change, LTCC dorms, and Cascade-Meeks trail

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Lake Tahoe Community College dorms, the Cascade Lake to Meeks Bay trail, and a possible change to the Tahoe Area Plan for Incline Village are all on the agenda at Wednesday's meeting of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Board of Directors.

Douglas County seeks VHR permit holder to fill out term on advisory board

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners is currently accepting applications for one appointment to the Vacation Home Rental Advisory Board. All applicants must be Douglas County residents. The current vacancy is for a VHR Permit holder who resides in the Tahoe Township.

This appointed applicant would serve out the existing term which expires December 31, 2023, at which point, the appointee can re-apply for a 4-year term.

More Lake Tahoe ski areas announce the extension of season

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – With a wild winter season and near-record-setting snowfall across the region, Northstar California, Heavenly Mountain Resort, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort will add additional days to ski and ride season, allowing guests to enjoy an even longer spring season on the slopes this year.

Heavenly will add three full weeks to its schedule, with a new closing date of Sunday, May 7.

Northstar will add two additional weekends, remaining open Friday, April 21 – Sunday, April 23, and Friday, April 28 – Sunday, April 30.

South Lake Tahoe has had over 76 percent of days at below-average temperatures this winter

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If you think it's been colder at Lake Tahoe this winter, you're right! Not only have snowfall amounts been above average, but so have the daily temperatures.

Between November 1, 2022 and March 20, 2023, 103 days in South Lake Tahoe saw below-average temperatures out of the 134 days where the temperature was recorded. This is 76.87 percent of the winter.

The cold started early in South Lake Tahoe as November 2022 had 25 days with below-average temperatures at an average of seven degrees a day. Twelve days were below average by double-digits.

Crews continue to work on closed US395 at Mono Lake after multiple avalanches

This winter has taken its toll on Sierra highways, and US395 is no exception. The road had been closed along the Walker River and near Bishop, and now a series of avalanches along US395 between Lee Vining and SR167 has kept the highway closed for weeks.

The closure is due to multiple avalanche incidents from February 25-28 in the area of the 2016 Marina Fire. About 1/2 mile of the highway was closed by a 30-40 foot wall of snow.

Road Beat: 2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD SE review - new option for those living in snow country

2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD SE - Corolla Hybrids receive extra power and are now available with AWD and the flashy SE trim.

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Tahoe Paradise Recreation & Park District Board Meeting

Event Date: 
March 23, 2023 - 6:00pm

The next Tahoe Paradise Recreation & Park District Board of Directors meeting will be held on Thursday, March 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the CCC Building in Meyers.

BOARD MEETING AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND CONFIRMATION OF QUORUM
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. OPEN FORUM FOR PUBLIC - 3 MINUTE LIMIT / SPEAKER
5. CLAIMS PAYMENTS – Tom/Joanne
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Project Committee: Greg/Zane
Grant Committee: Judy
Events Committee: Judy/Angie
Budget Report: Tom
7. PARK OPERATIONS REPORT: Greg

World Down Syndrome Day to be celebrated at Sierra House Elementary

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students and staff at Sierra House Elementary School in South Lake Tahoe will be rocking crazy socks on Tuesday in honor of World Down Syndrome Day and their three students who have Down Syndrome.

Tuesday, March 21 is National Down Syndrome Day, and Sierra House Elementary is celebrating its three students with Down Syndrome, David Munguia Reyes, who is in the third grade, and fourth graders Micah Cooley and Dylan Polan.

South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission to examine taxes to fund affordable housing

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most can agree that South Lake Tahoe and most communities across the country need better affordable housing options for residents. A problem with the needs is that funding needs to be made available to build the needed units.

Mt. Rose Ski Area at Lake Tahoe offers late skiing on Fridays, spring specials

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - For the rest of the season, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe will stay open late on Fridays, spinning select chairlifts until 6 p.m. Making the most of daylight saving and incredible snow conditions, the resort is extending its operations by two hours on Fridays to give skiers and riders the opportunity to take “bonus runs” this spring.

The $59 “Ski G.I.F.” Friday Daily Special discounted lift ticket after 12 p.m. makes Fridays even more special with the later skiing and snowboarding PLUS a great deal on tickets.

Letter to the Editor: Republican women host Nevada's chief deputy controller

On March 9, 2023, the South Lake Tahoe Republican Women, Federated hosted its annual Lincoln/Reagan Dinner at The Bistro at the Corner.

After a wonderful dinner, guest speaker James Smack, State of Nevada's chief deputy controller, provided interesting history on President Lincoln and President Reagan. He also alerted the group about the dangers of a new investment strategy being pushed called “ESG” (Environmental, Social, and Governance). Many of the larger banking institutions are investing monies into ESG funds, which are risky at best, he said.

Kudos: Forest Suites Resorts supports Bread & Broth dinner clients

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bread & Broth’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) sponsorship was hosted by Forest Suites Resort on Monday, March 13. Thanks to their AAD donation of $300 and sending an excellent sponsor crew to the Monday Meal dinner, over 74 dinners were served to the very grateful folks who came for a hot and tasty meal and the bags of food provided to those who join Bread & Broth's (B&B) weekly meal for dinner.

Killer Klowns From Outer Space: A Tribute

Event Date: 
July 8, 2023 (All day)

ONE NIGHT ONLY! JULY 8TH, 2023
SCREENING! MEET & GREETS! COSPLAY DANCE PARTY!
Event includes: Meet & Greets* with... · Grant Cramer "Mike Tobacco" · Harrod Blank "Rudy" · Mike Martinez "Slim" · John Massari (Film & Video Game Composer).
Please note*: Love Horror Events does not set autograph & merchandise pricing. Autographs & Merch are a separate fee and are set by the artists.
Event includes: Killer Klowns From Outer Space big screen presentation! Q&A with film cast.

Location

Colonial Theatre
3522 Stockton Blvd Sacramento
United States

Never ending winter at Lake Tahoe - Storm warning, storm watch, rain, snow in the forecast

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first day of spring is on March 20, and even though we normally experience some snow in March, it often comes after many breaks in the cold weather and glimpses of warmth.

Plan on periods of gusty winds, rain, and snow today into early Monday. After a brief break, a second weather system will move into the region Tuesday and Wednesday with additional Sierra snowfall and mountain travel impacts. Rain and snow are forecast for Lake Tahoe and western Nevada with snow accumulations possible Tuesday night and Wednesday morning.

March Madness tournament for trails at Lake Tahoe

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - When it’s not buried in snow, Tahoe is home to an incredible network of trails. Whether it’s the one right in your backyard or the one that requires a permit to access, everyone has their favorite trail in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Letter to the Editor: Stop EDC supervisors from disbanding Human Rights Commission, ending bias training

El Dorado County Board of Supervisors is planning to dissolve the Human Rights Commission through the consent calendar on their agenda for March 21 at 10 a.m.

Mountain life clothing company Stio opening in South Lake Tahoe with 3-day party

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun Mar 26 2023 .
March 24, 2023 (All day)
March 25, 2023 (All day)
March 26, 2023 (All day)

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Outdoor clothing company Stio is heading to South Lake Tahoe and they are holding a grand opening party from Friday, March 24 to Sunday, March 26.

Created in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Stio was founded to inspire connection with the outdoors through beautiful, functional products infused with mountain soul. Like life in Tahoe, they draw inspiration from life on the water, the trails, and the mountains.

El Dorado County Public Health: Protecting adolescents with preteen vaccines

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. – The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Public Health Division is reminding parents of the importance of preteen vaccinations.

“Vaccines are one of the best ways to avoid serious and deadly diseases, and can even stop some types of cancer,” said Dr. Nancy Williams, El Dorado county public health officer. “Ensuring that preteens have the vaccines they need can protect them now and into adulthood.”
 

Carson Valley Medical Center changes name to Carson Valley Health

GARDNERVILLE, Nev. - When Carson Valley Medical Center’s journey began, they set out to serve the community with compassion, personal connection, and dependability. They said they've been proud of their progress, but when it comes to reaching new altitudes in healthcare, their attitude is – let’s keep climbing.

Now they have a new name but the same commitment.

Column: How important is a colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy is a potentially life-saving preventative screening test. Its primary role is preventing or finding colorectal cancer when it’s most treatable. Recommended every 10 years starting at age 45, a colonoscopy allows your provider to see problems such as inflammation or bleeding in the large bowel, and it can be life-saving if a tumor or precancerous growths, called polyps, are detected.

Tahoe Climbing Coalition to bring Reel Rock 17 Film Tour to South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Despite all the snow on the ground, the climbing season is approaching quickly! The Tahoe Climbing Coalition (TCC) has lots of stewardship days and community socials planned once the trails and rocks emerge, but in the meantime, they invite the community to join them at their showing of the Reel Rock 17 Film Tour.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls at Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that 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.

March 9 - March 15, 2023

3/9

07:27 SNOW TOW - Occurred at Wailaki St/Nahane Dr, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ASSISTED.

Tickets now on sale for Zephyr Cove Elementary School's Night in Tahoe

Event Date: 
March 28, 2023 - 5:30pm

The Zephyr Cove Elementary School (ZCES) Parents Club invites the community
to join them for its annual fundraising event Night in Tahoe on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Tahoe Beach Club. Tickets are on sale now for $75 each and can be purchased online at zcesparentsclub.org.

Barton Health purchases Quick Care Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health has announced they have purchased Quick Care Tahoe and it will become part of the Barton family this spring. In early 2021, Dr. Steven Leman and his partners Sean Bishop and Jonathan Raymond (Quick Care Tahoe, LLC) opened the medical business at the South Lake Tahoe "Y" at 2074 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

El Dorado Board of Supervisors vote 3-2 to disband Human Rights Commission

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Even though there was overwhelming support voiced for keeping the El Dorado County Human Rights Commission, the supervisors took a first vote to dissolve the five-year-old commission through the adoption of a new ordinance. Supervisors Brooke Laine and John Hidahl were the only two to vote in favor of keeping the commission, with Supervisors Lori Parlin, John Turnboo, and Wendy Thomas against.

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