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Chase International Foundation awards $12,500 to area non-profits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 5:01am
Chase International Foundation recently awarded $12,500 to Northern Nevada and California non-profit agencies as part of its ‘Four Pillars of Giving’ grant program.
The bi-annual grant recipients include the Ian Casey Foundation, Reno Judo Club, Food Bank of Northern Nevada, For Kids Foundation, Rescued Hearts Ranch, Sierra Kids Foundation, Sierra Lutheran High School, and Supporting Our Survivors.
Community invited to "Fine Candidates and Finer Food" event
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 4:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A unique non-partisan event combining gourmet cuisine and local politics is set to take place on October 5, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at a private residence in midtown South Lake Tahoe. All community members are warmly invited to attend, regardless of political affiliation.
"Fine Candidates and Finer Food" will showcase culinary creations from two acclaimed local chefs who are also running for public office: Keith Roberts, City Council candidate and renowned chef, and Seth Dallob, STPUD Board candidate and proprietor of Tahoe Persian Kitchen.
South Tahoe High School 2024 Homecoming Week and Parade scheduled
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 8:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High School (STHS) will launch its annual Homecoming Week with special spirit days from September 30 to October 5, 2024.
Spirit Days
Monday, 9/30/24 - Dress up Frat day
Tuesday, 10/1/24 - Hawaiian Day
Wednesday, 10/2/24 - Anything But a Backpack
Thursday, 10/3/24 - Throwback 2000's dress up
Friday, 10/4/24 - Class colors or Blue and Gold Day
Finish building Homecoming floats from September 30 to October 3, 2024, 3:45 p.m. - 7 pm.
Inaugural Tahoe Literary Festival to offer weekend full of events
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 7:44pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Oct 12 2024 .
October 11, 2024 (All day)
October 12, 2024 (All day)
TAHOE CITY, Calif. - The inaugural Tahoe Literary Festival is on Oct. 11 and 12 at venues in Tahoe City. Author and naturalist Obi Kaufmann is the keynote. Kaufmann will speak on Oct. 12 as part of the tour for his newest book, “The State of Fire, Why California Burns,” to be released in September.
Tahoe Knight Monsters add veteran NHL talent with Center Luke Adam
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 7:25pm
STATELINE, Nev. – The Tahoe Knight Monsters, proud ECHL Affiliate of the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights and the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights announced today that the team has agreed to terms with center Luke Adam for the 2024-25 season.
Adam, 34, comes to Tahoe after spending the last eight years abroad. He played seven seasons in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) from 2016-2023, and split time last year with HC Plzeň in Czechia and HC Banska Bystrica in Slovakia. In that 2023-24 season, he played 28 games and totaled 15 points (5g 10a).
South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District Board Meeting
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 3:01pmEvent Date:
September 26, 2024 - 1:00pm
South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District will hold its next Board of Directors Meeting at Forest Suites Resort (Tallac Room) at 1:00 pm, Thursday Sept 26, 2024.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Introduction of Guests and Staff
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting (Attachment)
Approval of Agenda
Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items, 5-Minute Limit)
AGENDA
Discussion/Possible Action
Treasurer’s Report
Review of Current Financial Position
Discussion: Re-Visit on TID Bi-Law Changes
Discussion: Creation of Event Taskforce
Revisit: Selection of TID Seats (2) on LTVA Board
AT&T agrees to get the lead cables out of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 1:16pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - From Baldwin Beach to Rubicon Bay and inside Emerald Bay there are approximately six miles of submerged century-old cables containing about 107,000 pounds of lead in Lake Tahoe. They are just feet away from iconic Emerald Bay, beautiful beaches and tall trees, and underneath the turquoise blue water Lake Tahoe is known for.
Going blue and green in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 12:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The rollout of the new three-cart trash system is well underway in South Lake Tahoe, with the carts now making their way into the El Dorado county portion of the South Shore. As with anything new, things have been confusing for some, drawing numerous complaints from others, with most ready to try out the new way of disposing of garbage, green waste, and recyclables.
Barton Health named official medical provider for Tahoe Knight Monsters
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 9:02am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Tahoe Knight Monsters, the ECHL’s newest hockey team, has selected Barton Health as their Official Medical Provider.
“We feel very fortunate to have Barton Health by our side,” says David Hodges, co-owner of the Tahoe Knight Monsters. “It is reassuring to know we have a talented group of medical experts locally who understand the demands and challenges elite athletes face. Barton Health has a long history of serving this community and we look forward to our partnership in this area as well.”
Lake Tahoe Basin-wide evacuation plan completed, open for 60-day comment period
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 8:20am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif/Nev. - A new Lake Tahoe Regional Evacuation Plan has been developed through a collaboration between Lake Tahoe fire chiefs, law enforcement agencies, and emergency management personnel. The plan was created using a diverse team of experts from two states and five counties, using experiences gained during past major wildfires.
The 185-page document is a "living document" intended to provide the public with critical information related to evacuations and will be updated periodically.
South Lake Tahoe's Piper Arnold named to 2024-25 Stifel U.S. Freeski Team
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 9:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - U.S. Ski & Snowboard officially announced the 36 athletes who have accepted their nominations and will join the Stifel U.S. Freeski Team for the 2024-25 season. The announcement was made in Park City, Utah on Friday, and South Lake Tahoe native Piper Arnold is on that list.
Piper, who turned 17 this summer, is on the halfpipe rookie women's team, joining pros Hanna Faulhaber, Svea Irving, Riley Jacobs, and the other rookie, Kate Gray, 18, of Crowley Lake who skis for Mammoth Mountain.
Suspect arrested, accused of starting the Crozier Fire that burned 1,960 acres in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 11:34am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) has arrested a suspect for causing the Crozier Fire that ignited in El Dorado County on August 6, 2024.
On September 16, EDSO arrested Jason Robinette, 48, of Placerville, on a warrant issued by CAL FIRE Law Enforcement. The arrest was made following an investigation into the Crozier Fire.
Robinette was arrested in Placerville and booked into the El Dorado County Jail on charges of arson and starting the Crozier Fire, ultimately burning 1,960 acres in El Dorado County.
Bail has been set at $250,000.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office investigating apparent murder-suicide at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 11:12am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - At 4:30 p.m. Sunday, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) responded to a report of two deceased persons in a vehicle in the Glenbrook area. Deputies arrived in the US50 and Kelly Circle area near the historical marker, and discovered a male and female, in the front seat of a GMC pickup truck.
DCSO Sheriff Dan Coverley said it appears the male shot the female and then shot himself.
TRPA and partners remove illegal moorings from Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 10:22am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – When the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) passed its 2018 Shoreline Plan, the process of the cleanup of illegal buoys and moorings began. The Plan capped the number of piers and boat moorings, along with other shoreline activities such as commercial operations such as boat charters.
Letter: The bond measure U should vote for
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 10:05am
I've been vocal in my opposition to many of the tax measures that have come before our community over the last year, including the proposed property transfer tax, the TOT tax increase, the minimum wage increase and several others. I oppose Measure N, believing it is poorly written and will do little but increase the inefficiency that haunts our local government. However, when it comes to Measure U, the school bond initiative for Lake Tahoe Unified School District, I find myself in an uncharacteristic position: advocating for its passage.
Carson Valley Health adds full cardiology team
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 9:02am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Carson Valley Health has announced the addition of a dedicated cardiology team to the CVH Cardiology Clinic and Cardiac Catheterization Lab in Gardnerville.
Along with board-certified cardiologists, Carson Valley Health has a state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization laboratory, or cath lab, as part of the imaging services offered at the newly expanded hospital.
Bread & Broth seeks community volunteers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 8:54am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bread & Broth (B&B), a charitable, all-volunteer organization whose mission is to ease hunger in the Lake Tahoe South Shore community, is looking for service-minded community members who are interested in joining its dedicated team of volunteers.
Currently, the following volunteer opportunities are available:
Magician Brian Scott at free South Lake Tahoe Library outdoor show
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/16/2024 - 9:49pm
Event Date:
September 28, 2024 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Library has rescheduled magician Brian Scott, and he'll be back in town on Saturday, September 28 at 2 p.m.
Brian is a magician who combines magic, comedy, and pure fun. Bring the whole family for this outdoor performance!
The library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd, South Lake Tahoe.
This show is sponsored by the South Lake Tahoe Optimists Club.
Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Festival is more than the stories, it's the experience
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/16/2024 - 9:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The mission is an impressive one, to bring arts, culture, and humanities to our small mountain town, and it is one local woman's dream to accomplish that mission.
Celebrating "The Mayor of Tahoma" as he wraps up decades serving on local fire board
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/16/2024 - 8:18pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - When the residents of Tahoma want to find out why firetrucks with sirens running are in their neighborhood, they call Ed Miller, the unofficial "Mayor of Tahoma." No matter the time of day or night, they called. And since he stays connected to all the goings-on in the Tahoma area of El Dorado County, they ask for his input on all sorts of topics.
Public invited to presentation on electric vehicles at South Lake Tahoe Library
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/16/2024 - 6:47pm
Event Date:
September 24, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join Liberty Utilities at a presentation at the South Lake Tahoe Library about the basics and the future of electric vehicles (EVs) on September 24 at 5 p.m.
As more EVs are being spotted in the Lake Tahoe basin, both personal cars and public transportation, more charging stations have been added to handle their potential future.
The Tahoe Area Sierra Club is hosting Matt Newberry from Liberty Utilities when he joins them at the library to talk about EV basics and answer any questions the public may have about these vehicles.
South Shore Bike Path Beautification
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/16/2024 - 3:23pm
Event Date:
September 20, 2024 - 3:30pm Together with the Tahoe Resource Conservation District, the League invites volunteers of all ages to remove invasive terrestrial weeds from South Shore bike paths, so they don’t disrupt the native ecosystem.
The event will start at Tahoe Paradise Park in Meyers and continue along the bike path. We encourage volunteers to bring their bikes to cover more ground.
After the event, volunteers can enjoy Music in the Park, a free summer concert series that will be the perfect way to unwind and celebrate our collective efforts.
Sign up
Location
Tahoe Paradise Park
United States
See map: Google Maps
Kudos: Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe thanks Vail Resorts EpicPromise
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/16/2024 - 11:02am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) would like to thank Heavenly Ski Resort and Vail Resorts EpicPromise for their continuous generosity towards the Club. A long-standing supporter of the Club, EpicPromise has awarded BGCLT a grant each year for the past eight years. This year, the Club received a $20,000 cash grant from EpicPromise, along with a three-year commitment and a range of in-kind donations.
One person dies after mid-air collision near Minden-Tahoe Airport
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/16/2024 - 10:25am
11:30AM UPDATE: The Minden-Tahoe Airport is open with one runway available.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - East Fork Fire Protection and Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) responded Monday morning to the area south of Johnson Lane near Heybourne Road for a report of an airplane crash.
DCSO is reporting that the two aircraft collided in the air around 9:47 a.m. on September 16. One of those aircraft were able to make a landing at the airport, while the other crashed into a field off Highway 395 near Johnson Lane.
Review of The Guys: Emotional, powerful, sentimental, touching
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/15/2024 - 9:50pm
When my dear friend Ginger Nicolay-Davis texted me the promotional photo for the play "The Guys" currently at the Valhalla Boathouse Theatre, I must admit I had no idea the storyline.
I saw the local firefighters on the pier, flanking Ginger, and so I texted her back, "Wow, your timing is fortuitous," as I was just in Manhattan for one day, last Wednesday, September 11. I sat next to five firemen on the subway coming from the Memorial celebration at the Towers. Little did I know, this play "The Guys" is about that horrific day in our country's history.
A mixed week of weather for Lake Tahoe this week from upper elevation snow, rain, to snow and return to 70s
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/15/2024 - 9:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Are you ready to hear the words "storm systems" or do you want to hang onto summer a little longer? Well, in the next ten days, both sides will have the forecast they want from rain and upper elevation snow to start the week ahead, moving back into the 70s to wrap the week up.
Fire & Ice wins 4th annual Fall AleFest & Chicken Wing Cook-Off
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/15/2024 - 6:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A large crowd enjoyed the outdoors at Heavenly Village on Saturday for the 4th annual Fall AleFest & Chicken Wing Cook-Off, marking the start of the fall season in South Lake Tahoe.
It was a holiday atmosphere as fifteen top-tier breweries showcased their finest brews, while top celebrated village eateries, including Fire & Ice, Gunbarrel Tavern, The Loft, Kalanis, California Burger, Azul Latin Kitchen, along with the El Dorado County Sheriffs Office brought the heat to the village’s biggest culinary battle of the year.
Panel discussion with South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates slated
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/15/2024 - 5:10am
Event Date:
October 3, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Chamber invites the public to a moderated panel discussion with the candidates for the South Lake Tahoe City Council on Thursday, October 3 at the Landing Resort and Spa.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the event goes from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. To join in via Zoome, visit .https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zFZRgpYQTdeddmMDouJjqQ.
Hear from the candidates running for City Council. This in-person event is your chance to learn about the candidates' vision for the community so you can make an informed decision on election day.
South Lake Tahoe community invited to the State of the City address
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/15/2024 - 5:01am
Event Date:
September 17, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to the State of the City address on Tuesday, September 17 at the Beach Retreat and Lodge at Tahoe at 5:30 p.m.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Cody Bass will highlight the City's accomplishments over the past year, current projects, and progress on the five-year Strategic Plan. The Mayor will also preview what's on the horizon for the community.
Light appetizers and refreshments will be served.
The Beach Retreat's Conference Center is located at 3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Sinister Halloween Con 2024
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/14/2024 - 11:05pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 20 2024 .
October 19, 2024 (All day)
Event Date:
October 20, 2024 (All day) On October 19th and 20th, 2024, the dreadful Sinister Halloween Con will once again haunt the hallowed Scottish Rite Center in Sacramento, California!
Attendees will have the opportunity to see live demonstrations by special effects artists, panels with film and special effects industry icons from both the local and national levels, live pumpkin carving, and over one hundred merchants selling scary goods.
Meet fellow enthusiasts, enjoy exclusive panels, and even meet some of your favorite horror stars. Don’t miss out on the spine-tingling fun!
Location
Scottish Rite Center
6151 H Street
Sacramento, CA 95815
United States
See map: Google Maps
The Great Reno Balloon Race: A Spectacle in the Sky
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2024 - 8:04pm
Every September, Reno’s skies come alive during The Great Reno Balloon Race, a one-of-a-kind event featuring 100 vibrant hot air balloons. This year’s race was nothing short of magical, captivating thousands of spectators with breathtaking displays that began before the sun even rose.
Lake Wind Advisory in place for Lake Tahoe on Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2024 - 7:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for the Lake Tahoe area for Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This includes the greater Lake Tahoe area including South Lake Tahoe, Markleeville, Truckee, Glenbrook, Stateline, Tahoe City, and Incline Village.
Winds will be from the southwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph and waves 1 to 3 feet.
Small boats, kayaks, and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing.
The South Lake Tahoe forecast for the next two days:
Davis Fire is now 76% contained, 5,824 acres burned
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2024 - 7:12pm
WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. - Firefighters on the Davis Fire had another successful day working on increasing containment along the Davis Creek Road area and Joy Lake area. The hard work of firefighters has allowed the fire containment to increase over the last few days steadily, and it is now at 76 percent. With increased winds today, interior burning may occur in pockets of unburned fuel and the public could see isolated areas of smoke over the next few days.
Davis Fire is now 76% containes, 5,824 acres burned
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2024 - 7:09pm
WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. - Firefighters on the Davis Fire had another successful day working on increasing containment along the Davis Creek Road area and Joy Lake area. The hard work of firefighters has allowed the fire containment to increase over the last few days steadily, and it is now at 76 percent. With increased winds today, interior burning may occur in pockets of unburned fuel and the public could see isolated areas of smoke over the next few days.
Enjoy virtual underwater journey of Emerald Bay
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 5:45pm
Event Date:
September 26, 2024 - 1:00pm
Join California State Parks on September 26 at 1 p.m. for a virtual live dive at Emerald Bay State Park. Go into the Emerald Forest dive site, the result of a dramatic landslide in 1955. The effect of the slide can be seen as massive tree trunks rise from the depths, creating a stunning underwater forest.
Fundraiser started for Reno firefighter injured in Davis Fire
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 4:33pm
A Reno firefighter was injured during the Davis Fire this week and a GoFundMe account has been set up for him as he faces a possibly long journey. Alex Aldana is a 27-year veteran of the fire service and has served the citizens of Reno and Northern Nevada since 2005 with the Reno Fire Department.
As he was helping protect homes in the St. James Village area during the Davis Fire, Aldana suffered a potentially career/life-altering eye injury.
His crew was quick to render aid, and the medical support put in place through the Incident Management Team quickly got him to definitive care.
Expect delays on SR28 project between Kings Beach and Tahoe City
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 2:58pm
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.
The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed broadband into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.
Utility work with one-way traffic control is scheduled along SR-28 at the following locations and times:
Tickets still available for popular farm-to-fork festival, Sample the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 12:04pm
Event Date:
September 21, 2024 - 1:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHO, Calif. - A long-standing and popular event in South Lake Tahoe is just days away. On Saturday, September 21, the 2024 Sample the Sierra Farm-to-Fork Festival returns with an extraordinary opportunity to sample not only delicious wines but also craft brews and spirits from El Dorado County, the Lake Tahoe Basin, and Nevada breweries and distilleries.
Column: Avoiding pickleball injuries
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 10:21am
Pickleball is a great low-impact sport — fun and easy to learn for all ages. It has been the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. for the past two years. A cross between ping pong and tennis, pickleball is played on a court that can be indoors or outdoors, and tennis courts across the country are being converted to meet the growing demand.
Plans unveiled for South Lake Tahoe corner that once housed Runnels Automotive
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 10:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many may remember the Volkswagon coming out its roof, or the numerous classic cars parked there for years. But a new life is planned for the corner that was once a Gulf Oil gas station and Runnels Automotive in South Lake Tahoe at the northwest corner of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Emerald Bay Road.
Coming is Aster Station, an eclectic cafe and community gathering spot that will be offering a lot more than coffee and a quick bite.
Tahoe Beach Club's Alpenglow Festival raises over $50,000 to support local artists and Clean Up the Lake
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 7:51am
Tahoe Beach Club, nestled on the east shore of Lake Tahoe, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the community and environment. The final numbers are in from this year's Alpenglow Celebration, raising $50,690 with a significant portion earmarked for a cause close to the club's heart: Clean Up The Lake, a nonprofit that's diving deep—literally—into Lake Tahoe to uncover and remove submerged litter.
Tahoe Arts Project announces all public performances are free for Season 38
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 7:34am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Arts Project has announced its 38th season of providing the arts to the South Shore community will feature free public performances. The new season features an eclectic array of talented performers across various genres, offering something for everyone in the community.
Cascada de Flores will launch the season with traditional music from Mexico with in-school performances from September 23-27. The public performance will be on September 27th, 2024, at Lake Tahoe Community College Duke Theater at 6:30 p.m.
Tahoe Basin Caldor Hazard Tree Fuels Reduction Project begins, project area will be temporarily closed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 9:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Mechanical hazard tree removal will begin this week in the Caldor Fire Area off Pioneer Trail near South Lake Tahoe, and on Echo Summit this fall. The purpose of the Tahoe Basin Caldor Hazard Tree Fuels Reduction Project is to reduce excess vegetation (fuels) associated with remaining hazard trees and to stabilize and revegetate priority areas disturbed by fire suppression and initial hazard tree removal activities.
Kudos: Liberty sponsors Bread & Broth Monday Meal
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 9:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bread & Broth has been providing meals to members of the Lake Tahoe South Shore community for 35 years, with its first hot meal served on October 19, 1989. The early meals were very simple and served around 25 dinner guests. Over the years, the Monday Meal menus have evolved and now the meals are restaurant quality, full-course, nutritious dinners serving up to 130 dinner guests.
Grand Unveiling and Client Appreciation Party at Sessions Salon this Saturday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 9:17pm
Event Date:
September 14, 2024 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sessions Salon will be holding a grand unveiling party of its new expansion on Saturday, September 14 at 3 p.m. Established in 1986, the salon has now expanded offering spa services, tanning, and more! Owner Kelly Escobedo and her team of stylists and estheticians are inviting the public to join in the fun. There will be drinks, food, giveaways, special offers, and more will be taking place in the salon that is now an almost 2,000 sq. ft. lake view beauty and wellness destination.
Some residents allowed back into homes in Davis Fire area as crews continue to gain ground
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 5:14pm
WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. - Crews have continued to make good headway on the Davis Fire on Thursday. All containment lines in place around the Davis Fire perimeter have been held, and hand crews will continue to shore up the lines (going back 20-100 feet into the fire area).
A couple of isolated unburned pocket areas - a total of 10-20 acres are producing the smoke seen in the area on Thursday. Firefighters want to burn them out and minimize future smoke on the fire. There was no change to the fire acreage during the day and remains at 5,824 acres.
Honoring Beverly “Bev” Etter at gathering at Sierra House Elementary
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 4:47pm
Event Date:
September 15, 2024 - 5:00pm
The community of South Lake Tahoe lost a wonderful teacher and friend in Beverly "Bev" Etter, who passed away on March 10, 2024. Bev was a longtime member of Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church.
Bev was a full-time teacher for 32 years, teaching in Weaverville, Corning, Chico, and South Lake Tahoe. Upon retirement, her passion for teaching brought her back and she substitute taught for an additional 22 years in South Lake Tahoe. In the total of 54 years, Bev taught, loved, and made a difference in the lives of over ten thousand children.
Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe to host the 31st annual Golf Classic
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 1:55pm
Event Date:
October 13, 2024 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe's 31st Annual Golf Classic will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. Edgewood generously donates its course and facilities to the Club each year for one of its largest fundraisers.
LTUSD seeks people interested in the open Area 1 Trustee seat
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 11:44am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With no candidates coming forward for the November election of a trustee for Area 1, the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) Board of Education is seeking interested persons who would like to be appointed. Trustee Larry Reilly did not seek reelection to the Area 1 seat.
The position to be filled is a four-year term ending December 14, 2028.
Due to the vacancy on the Board of Education due to a "failure to elect," LTUSD Board of Education will appoint someone. Applications will be accepted until Friday, October 4 at 5 p.m.
Transient arrested after fleeing from officers on a bike after small fires found in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 11:15am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A transient has been arrested on suspicion of setting two small warming fires between Bijou Park and the bike path near Murietta Drive in South Lake Tahoe.
On September 12, 2024, just before 6 a.m., first responders were called to the area when a person reported seeing smoke about 100 yards away from the bike path.
Upon arrival, officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) located the fire and observed a male subject fleeing from the area on a bicycle. Officers pursued the man and quickly took him into custody.
