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Lake Tahoe prescribed fire operations continue, conditions and weather permitting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/02/2023 - 10:39am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) is scheduled to continue fall-prescribed fire operations this week beginning today, Oct. 2, 2023. If conditions and weather are favorable, California State Parks may continue understory burning over the next two weeks in Burton Creek and Sugar Pine Point state parks, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit may continue burning piles on Angora Ridge near Fallen Leaf Lake. Smoke will be present.
Jude Wood receives Horizon Award at Pacific Leadership Conference
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/02/2023 - 10:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Jude Wood, the executive director of the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) was honored with the Horizon Award at the 2023 Pacific Leadership Conference at the InterContinental Hotel in Los Angeles last week.
Each year, hundreds of dedicated Boys & Girls Club executives, board members, and professional staff from across the Pacific region gather under the same mission to outline an encouraging path forward for the nation’s youth.
Adulting 101: Choices and responsibilities after high school
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/02/2023 - 9:50am
Event Date:
October 11, 2023 - 6:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Learning Haven is holding its next forum, Adulting 101, on Wednesday, October 11 from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
This forum will focus on the responsibilities "adults" have, focusing on giving teens tips and tricks. Learn about the responsibilities that come with turning 18 and explore the different options there are post-high school, including college, trade school, careers, and armed forces.
Three vying for Tahoe Township Justice of the Peace to replace retiring Judge Glasson
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2023 - 10:23pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - During the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners meeting on Thursday, October 5, the board is set to discuss and possibly appoint the next Justice of the Peace. The Honorable Richard Glasson will officially retire on October 5, leaving the remainder of his term to be filled.
During the meeting, the commissioners will be recognizing Judge Glasson for 23 years of service to the State and County.
South Lake Tahoe forecast as October gets underway - dry and 70s by the weekend
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2023 - 7:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There was a dusting of snow on the mountaintops around the Lake Tahoe Basin this weekend, but there is no more precipitation (rain or snow) in the 7-day forecast. Much of the week will be rather dry along with a general warming trend as the low progresses eastward. Temperatures will see a steady climb through the week after Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. The only wrinkle in the week will be a reinforcing shot of cold air late Monday into Tuesday morning across eastern NV. This will slow the warming trend by a day or so.
Douglas County: Commissioners: Oct. 5 meeting about VHRs, Oct 19 meeting in Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2023 - 5:11pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – At their next meeting on October 5, the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners have an item on their agenda that states a presentation and possible discussion will be held on vacation home rentals (VHRs) after a petition was filed by five residents to amend the VHR ordinance. The commissioners are set to discuss the financial impacts such an initiative could pose for the county - a loss of millions of dollars.
South Tahoe High earns WASC accreditation through 2029
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2023 - 6:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accrediting commission has completed its evaluation of South Tahoe High School (STHS) and has granted it a six-year accreditation status through June 30, 2029.
"I'm proud of the school," said LTUSD Superintendent Dr. Todd Cutler. "I'm really excited about the accreditation and pleased with their designation of six years with a three-year revisit. It shows the hard work that our school put into it."
Spirit Week at South Tahoe High starts Monday; parade and football on Friday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2023 - 5:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High School begins Spirit Week on Monday, October 2, wrapping up with the annual Homecoming Parade through South Lake Tahoe Friday and home football games Friday night.
The Spirit Schedule:
Monday - Theme: Candy Land: Sweet Dreams. Pajama Day
Tuesday - Theme: Game of Life. Wear your college/ future career gear
Wednesday - Theme: UNO. Wear a jersey (number!)
Battle of Unbeatens headline loaded boxing card at Tahoe Blue Event Center
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2023 - 5:10am
Event Date:
November 4, 2023 - 12:00pm
STATELINE, Nev. — Nigerian heavyweight Efe Ajagba hopes to take a giant leap towards a title opportunity when faces upset-minded Australian Joe Goodall in the 10-round main event Saturday, Nov. 4 at Tahoe Blue Event Center at Lake Tahoe. This will be the first boxing event at the venue, which opened earlier this month and had its first concert, Pitbull, this weekend.
Ajagba and Goodall fought as amateurs, with Goodall earning a decision in the semifinals of the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
City of South Lake Tahoe to get a pulse from community on possible tax increases
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2023 - 5:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City Council voted 4-1 Tuesday night to hire a polling firm to get an accurate pulse on the South Lake Tahoe community on possible tax increases through transient occupancy tax (TOT) and a real estate transfer tax via the initiation of becoming a charter city.
Tahoe Womens' Community Fund membership and sponsorship drive
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2023 - 4:32pm
Event Date:
October 18, 2023 - 5:00pm
Fall has arrived. The aspen leaves are changing and there is a morning chill. The yellow, orange, and red are in the trees and the yellow school buses are back on the roads. It is also a season of planning and change as we prepare for winter, make holiday plans, perhaps a winter trip, and look towards the next year, 2024.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue hosts Open House/Pancake Breakfast
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2023 - 3:38pm
Event Date:
October 14, 2023 - 9:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is hosting an Open House/Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station 2 on Saturday, October 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to kick off Fire Prevention Week 2023.
Fire Station 2 is located at 2951 Lake Tahoe Blvd., near the Y.
The open house is for the whole community and will offer educational information, station tours, and fun handouts for the kids.
Column: Train for strength and power at any age
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2023 - 3:10pm
Strength training is routinely emphasized by fitness professionals and for good reason: it is good for your bones, good for your overall health, and it can be fun! Strength training builds muscle, which is a main factor for sports and everyday tasks. Routinely practicing strength training can help us achieve life’s demands like carrying groceries or picking up grandkids, and becomes increasingly important as we age.
Building on Legacy: The Sierra State Parks Foundation seeks a new Executive Director
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2023 - 2:58pm
TAHOE CITY, Calif. – Rounding out its 49th year, the Sierra State Parks Foundation looks back fondly on almost five decades of philanthropy and community building. It began when a scrappy, local grassroots group of women resolved to save the impending demolition of the Hellman-Ehrman Mansion at Sugar Pine Point State Park; the group would later become an incorporated Cooperating Association supporting California State Parks in 1974, adopting other local state parks in the Tahoe Truckee region to preserve and protect.
Free kids Pumpkin Run in South Lake Tahoe during annual marathon
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2023 - 12:57pm
Event Date:
October 15, 2023 - 10:30am
All kids ages 1-10 are invited to join in the free Pumpkin Run on Sunday, October 15 at 10:30 a.m. This fun event is sponsored by the Lake Tahoe Marathon and the Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe.
The run is located at the finish line of the Lake Tahoe Marathon on Lakeshore Blvd. near The Landing. Distances are age-appropriate.
Participants are encouraged to park at the Golden Nugget and walk down or take the shuttle, or take Lake Link to the event.
Zephyr Point holding 3rd annual Spooktacular Halloween Extravaganza
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2023 - 12:15pm
Event Date:
October 29, 2023 - 5:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Zephyr Point Camp and Conference Center is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 3rd annual Spooktacular Halloween event, set to take place on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This family-friendly evening promises a spooktacular time while benefiting Zephyr Point's youth camps.
Bellamy parking garage at Heavenly Village closing for construction
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2023 - 11:14am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to construction, the Bellamy parking garage at Heavenly Village will be inaccessible from Monday, October 2 through Monday, October 16.
The entrance and exit of the garage are being updated as well as configuration and flow changes. Parking along Bellamy Court will be free during this period.
Cold front bringing rain to lake level, chance of snow at upper elevations
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/29/2023 - 2:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A cold storm arriving in the Sierra Nevada Friday, bringing with it gusty winds and a quick (and, this time, shortlived) transition to chilly and showery conditions this weekend into early next week.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued south of Lake Tahoe, in Mono County.
The best potential for showers, even some high-elevation snow, will be from Saturday into Sunday.
Friday afternoon at Lake Tahoe will see mostly sunny skies with a high near 66. Southwest wind will be around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Then it changes -
Hate-filled antisemitic comments distrupting council and board meetings across California
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/29/2023 - 1:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Far-right extremists and hate groups have taken over the public comment periods at meetings across the state. It wasn't just El Dorado County's Board of Supervisors meeting this week, but it was also the government meetings of Sonoma County, Saratoga, South San Francisco, El Cerrito, Walnut Creek, Sacramento, Monterey, and the list is growing. The comments have harassed officials and disrupted meetings with hate-filled messages targeting racial and ethnic minorities, the LBGTQ+ community, and the Jewish community.
South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/29/2023 - 7:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:
Listing Agent: Sam Holmes, sam.holmes@cbselectre.com
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Select Realty
Property Address: 2128 Inverness Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
MLS #: 136855
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 5
Square Footage: 5,802 Sq Ft.
Price: $4,500,000
Envision Tahoe Venture Summit features local entrepreneurs
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/29/2023 - 7:20am
Event Date:
October 20, 2023 - 8:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Envision Tahoe Venture Summit will be held at the new Tahoe Blue Event Center on Friday, October 20.
This event brings together leaders and visionaries to redefine what a balanced economy looks like in the Lake Tahoe region. There is an impressive lineup of Keynote local entrepreneur speakers, including Matt Levitt,
Column: 5 Things You Should Know About Suicide
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 9:34pm
Suicide is a major public health concern. Suicide was responsible for over 48,000 deaths in 2021, which equates to one death every 11 minutes. The suicide rate among people aged 10–24 increased 62 percent from 2007 through 2021. This has deeply impacted individuals, families, and communities.
Every person can play a role in helping to prevent suicide by knowing a few key things and where to get help.
Tahoe Forests Matter group wants support of Firewise and not thinning projects
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 8:34pm
It was a busy week for Tahoe Forests Matter, attending several local agency meetings via Zoom or in person. The following statement was issued through public comment at the El Dorado County Supervisors and South Lake Tahoe City Council Meetings on 9/26 and at the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Board Meeting on 9/27. A similar statement was made on 9/21 at the Skyland neighborhood meeting regarding the upcoming “fuel break” project in that area.
Our comments at the meetings:
Hydraulic oil leak Into Indian Creek Reservoir causes it to close to recreational use
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 7:51pm
ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - On Thursday, September 28, approximately fifteen
gallons of hydraulic oil leaked into Indian Creek Reservoir and the reservoir is closed for recreational use.
Magnet School changes name to Meyers Elementary, Home of the Bears
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 7:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) has announced the changing of the name of Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School (LTESMS) to Meyers Elementary School, Home of the Bears. The new name is actually the same as the original when the school opened in 1967.
Keep Tahoe Blue volunteers turn out to revitalize a meadow and creek
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 1:38pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. – Sawdust drifts into a small pile as a volunteer cuts a fallen log into six-foot lengths. Around her, a team of five is busy lopping pine boughs and carefully placing timber across a narrow stretch of Saxon Creek in the community of Meyers, mimicking the work of beavers who once lived there. If they’re successful, this “beaver dam analog” will help restore the creek’s natural, meandering course, filter out sediments that degrade Lake Tahoe’s clarity, and invite the beavers to return.
Reflections of Bonanza history program at Gold Hill Hotel
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 12:09pm
Event Date:
October 5, 2023 - 7:00pm
The historic Gold Hill Hotel is continuing its history lecture series with a slideshow presentation on "Reflections of Bonanza" on Thursday, October 5 at 7 p.m.
Local author and historian David Woodruff will take a look back at one of the most popular and socially groundbreaking television shows of all time in an entertaining and fun-filled 55-minute program. Why did the Cartwrights seem to always wear the same clothes? How many scenes were actually filmed at Lake Tahoe? Who built the Ponderosa Ranch? Why did Pernell Roberts leave the show?
Seniors, Inc hosting Ice Cream Social and month-long game of Hand and Foot
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 8:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Senior Citizens Inc. is holding an ice cream social as well as scheduling the game Hand and Foot for a month.
On Sunday, October 15 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., join them for an Ice Cream Social at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center. People are encouraged to bring a friend as a possible new member, age 50+. This event is for senior citizens only.
Public comments during El Dorado County BOS meeting filled with antisemitism and profanity
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 8:03pm
El Dorado County, CALIF. - The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors' meeting on Tuesday turned into a blitz of antisemitic hate speech during the meeting's second public comment period of the day.
Caller after caller spoke during each of their three-minute time allotments via Zoom, each of them filling the 180 seconds with derogatory comments about those of Jewish faith, as well as profanity.
DCSO asking for public assistance after man speaks to children inappropriately at Target
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 5:15pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Calif. – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) responded to the Target store on September 26 on the report of a male adult who had reportedly been making conversations with children and allegedly speaking to them in an inappropriate fashion while inside the store.
These incidents were reported to have occurred on September 20 around 7:15 p.m., and on September 25 at an unknown time.
Sculpture made entirely of trash from Lake Tahoe unveiled at Tahoe Blue Event Center
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 2:02pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - “Surfaced,” a new art installation created with more than 450 pounds of items recovered from last year’s 72-mile scuba cleanup of Lake Tahoe, was unveiled Wednesday at the new Tahoe Blue Event Center.
The art was created by Oregon-based and internationally recognized artists Joel Dean Stockdill and Yustina Salnikova of Building 180.
Prescribed fire operation near Tahoe City brings large plume of smoke
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a large prescribed fire operation at Burton Creek State Park with a large plume of smoke, causing concern from people around Lake Tahoe. As announced, California State Parks is working on a large hazardous fire fuels project requiring the implementation of prescribed fire within the wildland-urban interface of their park regions.
On Wednesday, 20 acres were ignited and another 20 acres is expected to be ignited on Thursday, and 21 on Friday.
Tahoe Beach Club's Alpenglow Festival raises over $52K to support local artists and Clean Up The Lake
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:19pm
STATELINE, Nev. – Tahoe Beach Club successfully raised over $52,000 through its "Right Footprint" summer 2023 campaign. A significant portion, $25,772, was donated to Clean Up The Lake for the launch of their innovative Environmental Dive Center (EDC) in Incline Village, Nev.
The EDC represents a pioneering venture in environmental conservation. Doubling as both a conservation dive school and an environmental science center.
Vaping among youth continues to be an issue in South Lake Tahoe and across the U.S.
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 11:57am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After decades of anti-tobacco campaigns, American youth are now facing the possibility of more addiction to nicotine than when cigarettes were a popular choice, thanks to vaping and e-cigarettes. The American Lung Association says youth vaping is a significant health issue, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says 99 percent of the e-cigarettes sold in assessed venues in the country contain nicotine.
Expect early morning traffic delays as NDOT installs traffic signal at US50/Warrior Way
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/26/2023 - 4:35pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) says drivers should expect early morning travel delays as they install the traffic signal at US50 and Warrior Way in Zephyr Cove.
The early-morning travel delays will take place on Sept. 28.
The new light is being installed to enhance traffic flow and improve safety. Since July, drivers have seen daytime lane and shoulder closures as the base of the signals have been installed and other roadside improvements made.
Fundraiser for South Lake Tahoe woman facing Stage IV cancer battle
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/26/2023 - 10:34am
Event Date:
October 1, 2023 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local resident Nicole Marsel is going through some tough times again. In May of this year, the breast cancer that Nicole beat three years ago returned and metastasized to her entire liver, clavicular lymph node, and bones, she is now in Stage IV. Because of her recent diagnosis, Nicole took a medical leave from the Boys and Clubs of Western Nevada.
One more day to participate in TRPA housing survey; Meeting Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/26/2023 - 10:27am
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has launched a FlashVote survey to gain further community input on code amendments needed to reduce the cost of building deed-restricted affordable and workforce housing in the region.
The FlashVote survey will be open until 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday, September 27.
Please take the quick survey to provide your input - https://www.flashvote.com/lake-tahoe-basin-nv-ca/surveys/regional-housing-09-23.
South of North Brewing Co teams with with Bread & Broth 4 Kids for Oktoberfest
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/26/2023 - 10:07am
Event Date:
October 1, 2023 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Looking for a fun way to celebrate Oktoberfest and support Bread & Broth 4 Kids (BB4K) at the same time? Join them at South of North Brewing Company on October 1 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for lots of fun while supporting the community. There will be many different Oktoberfest 'beuirs" (beers), lots of "das wurstchen" (hot dogs), live music, and fun times.
Quarry Fire at 1,774 acres and smoke expected to head northeast to the Carson Valley
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/26/2023 - 9:23am
The Quarry Fire in the Stanislaus National Forest was one of many fires in that area started by lightning on September 9. As of Tuesday, September 26, it has burned 1,774 acres of Miwok Ranger District land.
Smoke from the Quarry Fire is visible in the area around the fire and is expected to drift to the northeast to just south of Lake Tahoe and into the Carson Valley south of US50 on Tuesday afternoon. Check out the fire and smoke map at fire.airnow.gov for more information.
TEDx South Lake Tahoe returns to LTCC with informed talks that inspire a new perspective
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/26/2023 - 8:57am
Event Date:
October 14, 2023 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The popular speaker series TEDx South Lake Tahoe returns to Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) for its 6th year of bringing together local, national, and international guest speakers who are committed to sharing their insightful and inspiring ideas with audiences in engaging and entertaining ways.
TEDx comes to LTCC’s Duke Theatre on Saturday, October 14 from 5 p.m. to 9 p,m.
South Lake Tahoe residents might recognize local speakers Devin Middlebrook, Larry Sidney, and Bridey Heidel. They’ll be joined by several other speakers
Black Ice Theatre Co.'s "The House on Haunted Hill" opens October 5
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 8:06pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Oct 14 2023 .
October 5, 2023 (All day)
October 6, 2023 (All day)
October 7, 2023 (All day)
October 8, 2023 (All day)
October 9, 2023 (All day)
October 10, 2023 (All day)
October 11, 2023 (All day)
October 12, 2023 (All day)
October 13, 2023 (All day)
October 14, 2023 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Black Ice Theatre Co. presents the hilarious and horrific play “The House on Haunted Hill” based on the 1959 Vincent Price classic film and written by San Francisco-based playwright Tommy Jamerson. Performances take place October 5–14 at the South Tahoe Association of Realtors located at 2307 James Ave. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 7 p.m. except for the Sunday, October 8 performance which begins at 2:30 p.m. and doors opening at 2 p.m. The show runs about two hours with one 15-minute intermission.
City Council to consider ballot measure for taxes to fund affordable housing, snow removal, transit
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 7:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During their meeting on Tuesday, September 26, the South Lake Tahoe City Council will be considering revenue-generating ballot measures to pursue for the November 2024 election. The Council had asked staff to prepare a report on expenditure plans to show how the City would spend additional revenue generated through a successful ballot measure on housing and/or transit.
They have until June 2024 to decide if they will add a ballot measure to the November 2024 ballot.
Possible ballot measures:
City of South Lake Tahoe prepares for Lake 2o event with extra traffic enforcement
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 12:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is aware of the arrival of Lake 2o car group participants beginning on Wednesday, September 27. In prioritizing the safety and security of the community, SLTPD has partnered with surrounding law enforcement agencies which include the California Highway Patrol, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, El Dorado County Sheriff's Office, Nevada State Police-Highway Division, and the U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement branch for coordinated traffic enforcement through Sunday, October 1.
Virtual option for sold-out Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care's Wild and Free fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 11:54am
Event Date:
September 26, 2023 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even though tickets are sold out for the in-person Wild and Free fundraiser for Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, there are two more ways to help the non-profit that provides care, rehabilitation, and eventual release of local wildlife.
On Tuesday, September 26, join them virtually for their biggest event of the year from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Virtual event tickets are $30 per person and are on sale at ltwc.org/wild-free.
Fundraiser started to create new home for Sierra Child & Family Services after flooding
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 11:32am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — In April 2023, after the second highest snow year on record, South Lake Tahoe experienced significant flooding. Unfortunately, part of the office space that Sierra Child and Family Services have called home for over 10 years was victim to flooding, causing extensive and devastating damage to its operations. Sierra Child and Family Services provides foster care, adoption, and outpatient mental health clinics with wraparound services, and is an essential part of South Lake Tahoe’s ecosystem supporting children and families.
Impact of flood damage
Be aware of rental and internet scams
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2023 - 10:41am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Scams continue on the internet for a plethora of things, like sales of household items, vehicles to home rentals, both vacation homes and full-time rentals.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) reported on Monday that they were made aware of at least two new reports of fraud/scams regarding rental properties.
First week of Fall at Lake Tahoe: Windy, mild start with temperatures dropping by end of week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2023 - 8:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A low-pressure system lifts quickly northeast into the Pacific Northwest through Monday, and then a deep upper trough and attendant cold front will swing across northern Cal./Nev. This will create some gusty southwest winds, but most of the higher wind speeds will be north of I80, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Expect near-average daytime temperatures and dry conditions through mid-week
Sculpture made of litter from 72-mile Lake Tahoe clean-up to be unveiled
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2023 - 8:11pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - “Surfaced,” the permanent art installation at the new Tahoe Blue Event Center at Stateline, will be unveiled on Wednesday, Sept. 27 in a ceremony from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
NDOT begins $11M highway project in Gardnervile
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2023 - 4:44pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – Beginning Sept. 25, drivers will see intermittent lane closures as the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) launches preliminary construction of a year-long highway improvement project to reconstruct U.S. 395 through downtown Gardnerville.
Beginning Sept. 25 through mid-winter, drivers will see 24/7 single lane closures and lane shifts on small sections of U.S. 395 between First Street and Waterloo Lane. The majority of lane closures will be short in length, with work zones of a few hundred feet.
Tahoe Fund CEO Amy Berry recipient of prestigious national award from America's State Parks
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2023 - 4:35pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – Nevada State Parks has announced that its nominee, Amy Berry, has been chosen to be the recipient of the prestigious Rockefeller-Udall Award by leaders of America's State Parks. They presented her the award during the recent 2023 National Association of State Parks Directors Conference at Lake Tahoe. Named in honor of Laurance Rockefeller and Stewart Udall, this award celebrates an individual who has a legacy of unwavering dedication to enhancing America's state parks in a meaningful capacity, be it on the national, regional, or local scale.
