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Douglas High School student arrested after allegedly making threats to carry out school shooting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2024 - 9:26pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - At approximately 9:50 a.m. on September 26, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) received an anonymous report of a 14-year-old Douglas High School (DHS) student who made verbal threats in class about coming to school and carrying out a shooting.
The DCSO deputies assigned to DHS, along with school administration, contacted the student. As a result of the investigation, the student was arrested and booked into the Douglas County Juvenile Detention Facility for making terroristic threats.
Kudos: Kirkwood Mountain Resort team feeds community members
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2024 - 1:51pm
The Adopt A Day of Nourishment sponsorship team members from Kirkwood Mountain Resort had the pleasure of serving an Asian-themed meal to the dinner guests attending Bread & Broth’s (B&B) Monday Meal on September 23. It was the first time that the B&B volunteer cooks had ever prepared an Asian Crab Casserole that was served with sticky fried rice, and Asian salad. According to Jared Peabody, a Kirkwood Environmental Compliance team member, the “crab casserole was a win!”
Community celebrates local flavors and artisans at Sample the Sierra 2024
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2024 - 1:45pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The highly anticipated return of the Tahoe Chamber’s Sample the Sierra on September 21, 2024, was a resounding success, marking the festival’s first year back since 2019! Bijou Community Park came alive as hundreds of enthusiastic guests gathered to celebrate the region’s finest culinary delights, beverages, and artisan creations.
Tahoe dive team takes expertise to Minnesota lake
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2024 - 11:15am
The dive team at Clean Up the Lake (CUTL) has completed two weeks of pilot research beneath the surface of Mille Lacs Lake in Central Minnesota. The primary goal of this project, which was funded by the Clean Water Land and Legacy Amendment, was to gain insight about submerged litter, including its movement in and around the lake. The project also involved documenting aquatic invasive species (AIS).
Best in Basin award winners announced
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2024 - 10:11am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. - The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board today recognized nine projects and programs with Best in Basin awards for exceptional environmental design and stewardship of Lake Tahoe.
For more than 30 years, TRPA’s Best in Basin award program has annually recognized projects that exhibit outstanding planning and execution and lead the way in regional collaboration and environmental stewardship, according to TRPA. The award winners this year range from forest health projects to citizen science monitoring.
Milestone celebrated at South Lake Tahoe's new multigenerational recreation and aquatic center
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2024 - 9:43am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe and its partners in building the new recreation and aquatics center held a "Topping Off" ceremony Wednesday. This type of event is a customary way to celebrate a significant milestone during the construction of a new building when the final steel beam is put in place.
Kenneth J. Wenham, president and CEO of Roebbelen of El Dorado County, the construction project team, South Lake Tahoe Mayor Cody Bass, and South Lake Tahoe Parks and Recreation director, spoke before the beam was set in place.
Taylor Creek Invasive Species Project in South Lake Tahoe nearing completion
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 3:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) will begin removing specialized mats, called bottom barriers, from Taylor and Tallac creeks and marshes in early October, the agencies said Tuesday. They have been working together since 2021 to remove a 17-acre infestation of aquatic invasive plants in the marsh in the Southwest portion of the Tahoe Basin.
Douglas County courts launch new jury case management system, warn of jury duty fraud
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 3:36pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - In July 2024, the Ninth Judicial District Court, East Fork Justice Court, and Tahoe Justice Court introduced a new Jury Case Management System. This upgrade is part of an ongoing effort to modernize court technology for the benefit of both the community and the courts in Douglas County. The system is designed to meet current standards, streamline operations, and enhance efficiency, productivity, and security.
What to Expect When Summoned for Jury Service
Annual Kids Fishing Derby at Tahoe Paradise Park
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 1:32pm
Get ready to have some fun at the annual free Kids Fishing Derby this Saturday, September 28 at Lake Baron in Tahoe Paradise Park from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by the Moose Lodge of South Lake Tahoe, the derby is fun for the whole family.
The Derby is FREE to all children under the age of 16.
Registration begins at 8 a.m. at Lake Baron under the tent.
Recipe of the Week: Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 1:20pm
As the days get cooler and shorter, you’ll notice a variety of fall and winter squashes at your local supermarket, including butternut, acorn, and pumpkin. One of the most versatile is spaghetti squash, a medium-sized, oval-shaped squash with yellow skin. Its name comes from the remarkable transformation its flesh undergoes after cooking, turning into spaghetti-like strands that make for a delightful low-carb, low-calorie pasta alternative.
The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe is looking for more volunteers in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 12:45pm
The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has made a huge impact with community outreach programs, events, and cat/kitten adoptions in the South Lake Tahoe area since opening up a space on Lake Tahoe Boulevard in 2019. HSTT is now looking for more volunteers to help even more pets and people.
Volunteer opportunities include:
Tahoe Blue Event Center holds two-day New Year's event
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 12:32pm
Event Date:
December 30, 2024 (All day)
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The lineup for the Après Ski New Year's Eve two-day event for the Tahoe Blue Event Center on December 30-31 has been announced. Early bird tickets are now on sale for both General Admission and VIP experiences.
The lineup for each day:
12/30
Cloonee
Elderbrook (DJ Set)
Kaskade
Ranger Trucco
Vnssa
Thomas Towey
12/31
Madeon (DJ Set)
Chris Lorenzo
Mau P
It's Murph
Kaleena Zanders
Sunday Scaries
Roger That!
Pathways for Wildlife Presentation, Hosted by the Tahoe Area Sierra Club
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 7:11am
Event Date:
October 16, 2024 - 5:00pm The Tahoe Area Sierra Club will be having wildlife research organization, Pathways for Wildlife, present what their organization does on October 16th at 5:00 pm at Lake Tahoe Community College in the Aspen-Board Room.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College Aspen and Board Room
1 College Dr.
United States
See map: Google Maps
Sky Wheeler ~ 1954 - 2024
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 5:01am
G. Warren Wheeler IV, age 69, of South Lake Tahoe, passed away on September 19, 2024, after a very brief illness.
“Sky” was born on Nov. 18, 1954 to G. Warren Wheeler III and Grace Evelyn Conley in Flushing, New York. Sky graduated from Central Valley High School in Valley Stream, NY in 1972. He completed his undergraduate studies at Manhattanville in Harrison, NY, and went on to earn his JD from Miami Law School.
Congress approves Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 8:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It takes a village, or in the case of Lake Tahoe, it takes "Team Tahoe" to get the funding needed to protect the Jewel of the Sierra. On Tuesday, the House of Representatives reauthorized the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act (LTRA).
Public is invited to “heal the land” at Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day Saturday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 6:32pm
Event Date:
September 28, 2024 - 9:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - This Saturday morning, volunteers will lace up their boots, pull on their gloves, and help preserve Lake Tahoe with a few hours of intensely gratifying, land-healing work. Participants can choose from a range of hands-on projects taking place at Rabe Meadow in Stateline, Nev.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Bass presents State of the City address
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 6:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is always nice to reflect on accomplishments instead of focusing on the negative, and South Lake Tahoe Mayor Cody Bass's State of the City address did just that.
Bass highlighted what is being done to elevate South Lake Tahoe for an inspired future, focusing on the City's five strategic priorities, and he shared their strategic plan tracker.
Middlebrook selected to fill former South Lake Tahoe council member's seat
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 5:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City Council voted Tuesday to appoint Devin Middlebrook as the interim city council member to fill John Friedrich's seat until December 10, 2024.
Councilmember Scott Robbins said he didn't see why they needed to make a move now with the election so close. By law, the council had to appoint someone before the election to ensure there is a quorum at each meeting and that city business could move forward without delay.
Washoe Intentional Fire Training to start at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 4:30pm
GARDNERVILLE, Nev. – The Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California is hosting the first Washoe Intentional Fire Training in Lake Tahoe from September 30 to October 4, 2024. This event is part of a broader interagency initiative that blends Indigenous knowledge with modern land management techniques and fosters community collaboration.
South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 1:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:
Listing Agent: Barbara Gerland
Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Drysdale Properties
barbaragerland@gmail.com, 530-543-6676
Property Address: 641 Clement St, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
MLS #140489
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 2
Square Footage: 2,286 Sq Ft.
Price: $879,000
Welcome to your dream home!
Coffee With A Cop on Oct. 2 at Cuppa Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 12:56pm
Event Date:
October 2, 2024 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Highway Patrol (CHP) of South Lake Tahoe is hosting another Coffee With A Cop on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at Cuppa Tahoe from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The date coincides with National Coffee With A Cop Day, a day celebrated on the first Wednesday of October. The day's purpose is to encourage positive interactions and communication between law enforcement and the public.
Joining CHP at the coffee will be the South Lake Tahoe Police Department and El Dorado County Sheriff's Office.
Celebration of Life for Jerry Dozal
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:14am
On August 31, 2024, John Jerome “Jerry” Dozal peacefully departed us while surrounded by his children and grandchildren. He was born on September 30, 1939, to Joseph & Francis in Los Angeles, California.
City Council agenda: parking garage, zero traffic death policy, Motel 6 and pay raise
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 7:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tuesday evening's meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council will start off with the naming of a new mayor pro-tem after the resignation of John Friedrich, and to divide up the committees he was part of among the other four councilmembers. A new person will be appointed to fill the seat in October but that term will be just two months until the newly elected candidates will take the dias.
Before the regular agenda, the council will hear a presentation from South Tahoe Refuse on the roll-out of the three-cart colored trash system
The agenda:
False ad circulating in South Lake Tahoe, promising Mexican Consulate appointments
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 6:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Once a year the Mexican Consulate visits South Lake Tahoe to assist residents in preparing and renewing their documents. The South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center coordinates the visit and has been booking free appointments for 2024 since January.
This year, that visit is on Saturday, September 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Bijou Community School Cafeteria but all appointments have already been booked.
Trick or Treat at Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 1:43pm
Event Date:
October 31, 2024 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Following the success of last year’s event, The Shops at Heavenly Village is hosting a Trick-or-Treat event for both kids and moms on October 31 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Heavenly Village is partnering with the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, the South Lake Tahoe Lodging Association, and Desolation Hotel for the fun event which is also featuring a $1000 costume contest.
Set to delight both children and adults alike, the event will feature:
- Over 50 candy stops by village businesses and local organizations.
Fall Prescribed Fire Program kicks off this week at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 1:21pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) Fall Prescribed Fire Program kicks off on Sept. 24, 2024. If conditions and weather are favorable, California State Parks will conduct an understory burn of 23 acres at the entrance to Sugar Pine Point State Park on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore.
Tahoe Live 2024: Lil Wayne and Diplo to headline December 14-15
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 1:06pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Dec 15 2024 .
December 14, 2024 (All day)
December 15, 2024 (All day)
Get ready for an epic winter weekend as Tahoe Live returns to Palisades Tahoe December 14-15, 2024! Tickets are on sale now, and this year’s festival promises to deliver a lineup you won’t want to miss, with music legends Lil Wayne and Diplo headlining the event.
Weird Al Yankovic first act announced for 2025 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 10:57am
Event Date:
August 24, 2025 (All day)
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The 2024 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series just wrapped up this weekend with two nights with Lainey Wilson, and now the first act of 2025 has been announced for the outdoor arena at Harveys Tahoe.
Meyers Community Foundation Annual Gear Swap
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 10:02am
Event Date:
October 13, 2024 (All day) On October 13th, the Meyers Community Foundation (MCF) will host the 10th annual Meyers Outdoor Gear Swap in the Westgate Center parking lot, adjacent to the Divided Sky (weather permitting).
Shop until you drop for skis, snowboards, bikes, paddle gear, climbing gear, camping equipment, and other outdoor toys. Cash or Credit Cards will be accepted.
If you’ve got quality summer or winter Outdoor Gear to sell come join us! Merchandise registration will take place from 8am to 9:30am.
First week of Fall brings above average temperatures to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 11:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first week of Fall will seem more Summer-like with highs in the mid- to upper 70s for maybe the last time we see a whole week of those temperatures until Spring! There will be a dry/mild pattern this week with light winds through Tuesday with increased southwest winds likely Wednesday with isolated areas of fire weather concerns across northeast California and northwest Nevada. Temperatures will remain around 3-7 degrees above season averages this week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 10:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
September 2 - September 15, 2024
9/2
09:12 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES REPORT - Occurred at Edso Jail South Lake Tahoe on Al Tahoe Blvd, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ARREST
Kudos: Temple Bat Yam hosts Bread & Broth dinner
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 6:30am
Hosting a Bread & Broth Monday Meal is a very rewarding experience and according to Temple Bat Yam congregation member, Leo Szumel, it is also a very enjoyable experience. On Monday, September 16, Temple Bat Yam was the Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) sponsor for the dinner event held by Bread & Broth at St. Theresa Church’s Grace Hall. Bread & Broth (B&B) is a ministry of St. Theresa’s church, and its volunteers of all faiths prepare and serve a hot, full-course meal and provide bags of nutritious food to take home for meals later in the week.
Major delays expected between Kings Beach and Tahoe City during Caltrans SR28 project
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 6:00am
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:
Column: Prostate cancer prevention
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 5:30am
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Prostate cancer affects about 1 in 8 men in the United States. Highly treatable when caught early, regular screenings for prostate cancer and early detection are key to good outcomes.
Annual wellness visits with your primary care physician for routine screenings, in addition to family health history tracking, are the best way to find health issues early when treatment can be most successful.
Bread & Broth 4 Kid’s weekend food program returns to South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 6:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are openings available for students in grades pre-K through 8th grade in South Lake Tahoe who need food for the weekend. Bread & Broth resumed its B&B 4 Kids (BBRK) School Year Weekend Food Bag program earlier this month and there is room for more kids to start benefitting from a bag of food each week. The bags contain three dinners, two breakfasts, two lunches, fresh fruit, and protein-enriched snacks to fill the weekend when free school meals aren't available.
Column: Connecting Tahoe through Workforce Housing
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 6:10pm
More than a decade ago, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) needed to bring the basin together to gain consensus on environmental priorities and the sustainability of our communities. Through the Regional Plan Update, thousands of community members collaborated on a unified vision for the future of Lake Tahoe. Major strides in environmental improvement have been achieved from all sectors since.
Open house to share plans for reshaping the heart of South Lake Tahoe.
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 6:03pm
Event Date:
September 25, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - The City of South Lake Tahoe, in collaboration with a local planning team, is creating an area plan that fosters a more defined sense of place in central South Lake Tahoe. This includes re-evaluating and updating things such as pedestrian and bike routes, density and dimensional standards, design standards, and where and what recreational amenities may be developed in the future.
The public is invited to an opportunity to learn more about the plan and share your ideas about improvements for the Mid-Town area.
WHEN & WHERE:
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
World’s largest Sugar Pine discovered in Yosemite
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 5:50pm
On August 25, 2024, big tree hunters Michael Taylor, Carl Casey and Martin Crawford measured a massive sugar pine that they knew about in Yosemite National Park. The team calculated that it was not only the largest known sugar pine, but the largest pine tree on Earth.
I recently spoke with Taylor – who is the original and lead “discoverer” of this and many other champion trees and has recently pioneered that use of LiDAR to find tall trees – about how he found this incredible sugar pine. He initially put it very simply and said, “It has an unusual background, actually.”
Edgewood Tahoe to undergo clubhouse remodel
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 5:25pm
STATELINE, Nev. — Lake Tahoe's Edgewood Tahoe Resort has announced upcoming renovations to its clubhouse and Edgewood Restaurant. In partnership with Plant Construction Company, LP and Collaborative Design Studio, the project will be begin October 19, 2024, with a planned public reopening in June 2025.
The remodeling project will elevate the overall aesthetic of the clubhouse and enhance the fine dining experience currently offered at Edgewood Restaurant. The transformation will welcome a new and refined dining concept, with announcements coming soon from the property.
Nearly 175 teams came to Tahoe for 2024 Fall CUFA STFC Championship
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 2:03pm
South Tahoe Futbol Club experienced the most successful tournament weekend in the club's 38-year history last weekend at the 28th annual Come Up for Air (CUFA) tournament in South Lake Tahoe and Stateline.
Five teams won first-place trophies, and three more claimed runner-up finishes in the tournament that attracted nearly 175 teams in the bi-state event. During its three tournament weekends in spring and fall, CUFA attracts over 450 teams annually and provides an economic benefit of $2.5 million to local businesses.
Letter: Measure N is misguided and an egregious violation of private property rights
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 1:51pm
To The Editor: Some people around town ask why the Realtor Associations are so involved in the "No on N" campaign. At first blush, it might appear the effort is self-serving, and that's the distortion the "Yes on N" proponents are promoting.
But when you dig a little deeper, that allegation could not be further from the truth. If Measure N passes, the Realtor community will benefit greatly.
Whittell High School student Olive Jillson Hamner named National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 9:57pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Olive Jillson Hamner, a student at George Whittell High School, has earned academic honors as a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist.
“We’re thrilled to celebrate Olive’s success and recognize her for the great work she’s been doing. We’re proud of her strong academic performance in the classroom and in the community” said Principal Sean Ryan “There’s so much that makes the students at Whittell unique, and this honor reinforces the opportunities that are provided to all students at our small school.”
Living History at Boathouse Theater – Lake Tahoe’s enigmatic Elias “Lucky” Baldwin and his daughter Anita
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 9:43pm
Event Date:
September 25, 2024 - 7:30pm
Enjoy a Chautauqua performance of Lucky Baldwin and his daughter Anita - An Unconventional Success by Gayle & David Woodruff on September 25 at the Boathouse Theater at Valhalla Tahoe. Lucky was “one of the greatest pioneers” of California business. Earning a fortune in speculating on mining stocks of the Great Comstock Lode, Baldwin owned over 8,000 acres at Lake Tahoe, including some of the Lake’s only remaining old-growth forest (now the Tallac Historic Site as well as Fallen Leaf Lake).
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department to host Community Game Night
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 9:30pm
Event Date:
October 30, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is hosting an emergency preparedness community board game night at South Lake Brewing Co. on Wednesday, October 30. The game has been designed specifically for residents and visitors to South Lake Tahoe. Light hors d'oeuvres will also be available for participating tables. Plus, prizes will be given out.
What: Emergency Preparedness Community Board Game Night
When: Wednesday, October 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: South Lake Brewing Co. 1920 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe
Cost: Free!
About the game:
Inaugural Pumpkin Patch Splash at South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 9:06pm
Event Date:
October 13, 2024 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe Parks & Recreation Department is bringing holiday fun to the community when they host the inaugural Pumpkin Patch Splash on Sunday, October 13. This is a unique and festive event where kids pick their pumpkins straight from the pool! After choosing your pumpkin, the kids will head over to the Decoration Station to create their own masterpiece.
Activities Include:
Floating Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Bowling
Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe
Halloween Goody Bags for All Participants!
Ticket Prices:
North Shore Housing Workshop rescheduled
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 5:40pm
Event Date:
October 7, 2024 - 6:00pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) invites the public to be a part of a new affordable housing initiative, "Cultivating Community, Conserving the Basin." This next phase of the Tahoe Living program aims to make housing more accessible and equitable, while also improving the environment and climate resilience of the region.
Letter: The Vacancy Tax Will Not Help Renters
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 3:31pm
My husband and I moved to South Lake Tahoe about five years ago from Denver, Colo., for an employment opportunity in town. The rise in the cost of living was immediately apparent and I, like many others, started to pick up part-time side jobs (in addition to my full-time job). My husband is a local electrician and also picks up extra work on the side when he can.
Recipe of the Week: Fall Vegetable Soup
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 3:13pm
Seasons are Changing, Which Means it's Time for Soup!!!! The kiddos are back in school, the days are getting shorter, the nights are getting cooler... the seasons are changing. As we say goodbye to Summer and welcome in Fall, remember that the pot at the end of every rainbow is filled with delicious homemade soup!
Screening and panel discussion of "Sentenced" part of Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Festival
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 11:30am
Event Date:
October 6, 2024 - 12:45pm
"Sentenced" is a gripping documentary narrated by four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry that confronts one of the most urgent issues facing our society— childhood illiteracy. This powerful film is part of the Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Fest. It will feature a screening of the movie on October 6 at 12:45 p.m.
Christmas Tree permit program in Lake Tahoe Basin paused for next several years
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 4:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - They gave us a heads-up last year, and now the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has made the official announcement that their Christmas Tree permit program will pause in 2024. The pause will last for several years due to limited cutting areas suitable for gathering Christmas trees.
Over the last two decades, most legal and safe areas to park during snow removal conditions have been cleared of suitable trees or are currently being treated for forest health and fuel reduction projects.
