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Fried, roasted, or boiled, there's no wrong way to enjoy this hot-weather crop. Okra can be divisive for its slimy texture. It contains mucilage, which is a naturally occurring substance that acts as a thickener for stews or gumbos, of course. While some are off-put by this, others find its unique texture perfect for roasting or frying. Quick roasting and dry heat can help minimize the sliminess.  It also has a peach-like fuzz on the exterior and a mild, somewhat grassy taste. Okra is commonly used in soups, canning, frying, roasting, or boiling.
 


DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - There was a glitch in the Douglas County Reverse 911 software during Tuesday's Spring Valley Fire so wireless alerts were unable to be transmitted to residents during a critical evacuation notice.

County officials said this unforeseen technology issue posed a significant challenge. However, Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputies and the Douglas County Search and Rescue team were able to conduct door-to-door notifications to alert residents promptly. Their swift action ensured that residents were informed and able to evacuate safely, minimizing potential risks.

TRUCKEE, Calif. - Alzheimer’s is such a highly challenging disease. It strips away the pieces that make you feel like yourself and often leads to isolation. This makes people feel even more disconnected from themselves and their communities. That’s why making meaningful connections with other people is so important for patients with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Enter a group of middle school students from the Tahoe Expedition Academy (TEA) in Truckee, California.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The proponents of the vacancy tax, now designated Measure N, will hold a digital information policy to answer questions about the policy on Wednesday, July 24, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Zoom.

Members of Locals for Affordable Housing will walk through the key aspects of the initiative and address frequently asked questions. Questions can be submitted with an RSVP at tahoevacancytax.com/info-session.

Who: Locals for Affordable Housing - Proponents of Measure N
What: Vacancy Tax Info Session
Where: tahoevacancytax.com/info-session

1:00PM UPDATE 7/17: U.S. 395 is now fully open in both directions. All evacuations have been lifted. Residents may now return to their homes. Approximately 120 acres burned in the fire.

8:45PM UPDATE: Evacuations for Topaz Ranch Estates were lifted at 8 p.m. and residents may now return to their homes. The Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center evacuation center is now closed. The evacuation for Double Springs is still in place. U.S. 395 is still closed in both directions at Leviathan Mine Road and State Route 208.

Evacuation Notices:

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The water samples collected at El Dorado Beach and Nevada Beach at Lake Tahoe were "non-detect" for toxins associated with Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs).

The Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board (Lahontan Water Board) and the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) collected water samples on July 8 and July 10 at the two beaches, El Dorado Beach in California and Nevada Beach in Nevada.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Carson Valley Health's ongoing sponsorship of the Douglas County Community and Senior Center Gym Scoreboards has been instrumental since 2016. Their generous donation plays a crucial role in supporting the diverse range of healthy and recreational activities available at the gym. Their support ensures that individuals of all ages can enjoy and benefit from the facilities daily. Douglas County greatly appreciates Carson Valley Health’s continued generosity and partnership in promoting wellness and community engagement.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra is inviting the public to its next meeting on Wednesday, July 17 at 5:30 p.m. The club is hosting Natalie Moore, executive director of Child Advocates of El Dorado County.

Have you ever wondered what CASA stands for, and what they do for the children of the region?

Join the club members and find out.

The meeting will be in the Aspen Room (next door to the Library) at Lake Tahoe Community College. The South Tahoe public is invited to hear Ms. Moore and inform us more of what CASA does for the children of our area.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Firefighters responded to a lightning strike on a South Lake Tahoe home Monday afternoon and were able to quickly extinguish it before any major damage.

Just after 3 p.m. on July 15, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) responded to the home on Jeffery Street near the Tahoe Keys. As a lightning cell passed over South Lake Tahoe, a bolt hit a tree adjacent to the home, and then hit the roof of the home. The homeowners were at home at the time and were able to get out. There were no injuries.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 8th annual Chris Little Memorial Beach Wrestling Championships will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024, on Timber Cove Beach behind the Tahoe Beach Retreat.

Everyone is welcome to wrestle in style "beach wrestling" for male and female divisions from 5 years old and up. Sign-ups from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Friday, wrestling starts at 10 a.m., and awards and cleanup at 1 p.m.

There will be a coaches/officials meeting @ 9:30 a.m. Both set up and clean up help is needed. Bring buckets and tools to soften sand before the matches.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historial Society is holding the next of its Tahoe History Talks on the Beach on Tuesday, July 17 at Lakeview Commons in South Lake Tahoe. This week, the topic is “Lake Tahoe’s George and Elia Whittell, The Accidental Conservationists,” a Chautauqua performance by David and Gayle Woodruff.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - A record crowd watched Mardy Fish win the 35th annual American Century Championship (ACC) at Edgewood Tahoe this weekend. He overcame a charge by Joe Pavelski on the final day of play.

Mardy Fish won the 35th annual American Century Championship (ACC) at Edgewood Tahoe on Sunday, overcoming a charge by Joe Pavelski on the final day of play.

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – These long, sunny days call for a refreshing, easy-drinking beer. The Brewer’s Cabinet has everyone covered with its tried, true, and much-loved Tahoe Blonde Ale. But this year, the favorite summer sipper comes with a bonus—support that helps Keep Tahoe Blue.

The League to Save Lake Tahoe and The Brewer’s Cabinet have teamed up to launch the Tahoe Brew Can-Paign with a special edition design and pledge that a portion of every can sale goes to the League to Save Lake Tahoe and their mission to keep Tahoe swimmable, hikeable, and enjoyable for all.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Mardy Fish is becoming a birdie machine at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, and it’s got him on the cusp of his second American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament in five years.

Fish, the former professional tennis player, and U.S. Davis Cup captain, birdied nine of his final 13 holes – each worth 3 points in this modified Stableford scoring event – and has 57 points, seven points clear of second-place Joe Pavelski heading into Sunday’s final round. The winner receives $150,000 of the $750,000 purse.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is augmenting staff and pre-positioning firefighting resources across the Lake Tahoe Basin, preparing for predicted critical fire weather over the weekend and into next week.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There was a lot of excitement at Edgewood Tahoe Friday, from a momma bear and her two cubs sauntering across the fairway to Tim Brown getting a hole-in-one, earning him a new MasterCraft X24 boat valued at over $200,000.

The Hall of Fame receiver hit the cup with an incredible shot on hole #12.

Friday at the ACC Golf Championship, Hall of Fame Wide Receiver Tim Brown shot an incredible hole-in-one on hole #12, winning himself a MasterCraft X24 valued at over $200,000.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Friday begins the 35th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe. Wednesday and Thursday were full of Pro-Am tournaments, practice, and a lot of fun for the fans, and the players.

On Thursday, the Korbel Long Drive Contest was held, with recently retired Jason Kelce recording the longest drive on the par-5 15th hole. Kelce hit the ball 322 years and for his efforts won $5,000 to go toward a charity of his choice.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:

Listing Agent: Nicole Zaborsky
Listing Office: Ascent Property Group
NicoleZaborsky@charter.net, 530-416-2779
Property Address: 2212 Chiapa Drive, South Lake Tahoe
MLS # 140349

Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 3
Square Footage: 2,132 Sq Ft.
Price: $899,000

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home with Spectacular Views

Welcome to your dream home nestled in one of Tahoe's most sought-after neighborhoods!

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — After a three-day trial, a federal jury found Anton Andreyevich Iagounov, 38, of South Lake Tahoe, guilty of four counts of impersonating a federal officer, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.

Iagounov pretended to be a federal law enforcement agent by creating and sending counterfeit investigative documents, which he signed in the name of a fictional federal agent, seeking highly protected information from the Department of Defense.

Four long-time locals started a new feature for South Tahoe Now. The "Happy Hour Hot Shots" will visit local eateries from time to time and report on their Happy Hour experiences in South Lake Tahoe.

Their latest stop was at Jimmy's at The Landing.

On an overall scale of 1-5 Bites, Jimmy's earned a 3.5.

Here is what we enjoyed during our Happy Hour stop and each item's rating:

Mojito "5" - Refreshingly sublime on a hot day with definite tastes of lime and mint.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here! Valhalla Tahoe has announced the grand opening of the captivating musical comedy "Enter the Guardsman" at the beautiful Valhalla Tahoe Boathouse Theatre this Friday.

Join them over two weekends for laughter, romance, and a touch of intrigue as they bring you this delightful musical, set behind the scenes of a theatre production. With its witty dialogue, charming characters, and enchanting score, "Enter the Guardsman" promises to be an unforgettable experience for all theatre lovers.

There were two fires in areas adjacent to the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, the Pay Fire and the Royal Fire, and neither are causing any concerns at this time.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - If you could be anyone in the world, be a Wakefield. That was evident on Wednesday at Edgewood Tahoe as the spirit of philanthropy was in full swing as the American Century Championship kicked off.

July is the best time to harvest blueberries and is the peak season for this fruit, which is why it is the perfect time to celebrate National Blueberry Month in July!
 


Blueberries have been consumed for a very long time – more than 13,000 years, according to some reports – but the Native Americans were the first to recognize the versatility of this fruit.  They used blueberries for medicinal purposes and as a natural flavoring agent.  However, the wild blueberries used by the Native Americans are much different from the ones we eat now.