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Happy 174th Birthday California!
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2024 - 7:44pm
The State of California quietly celebrated its 174th birthday Monday, unlike its neighbor to the east who has a holiday and big parade to mark the occasion. California was admitted to the United States as the thirty-first state on September 9, 1850, making it the first state to do so without first being a territory.
There was cake and ice cream in Sacramento, the state's capitol, on Monday, but what happened to the annual paid holiday and celebration?
Winds keep fanning Davis Fire; Red Flag Warning for Reno Tuesday and Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2024 - 6:37pm
6:30PM UPDATE: The Davis Fire is now measured at 5,000 acres, still with no containment. There are currently 12 helicopters assigned to the fire with 10 dozers, 58 engines, 15 crews, and 600 personnel. A community briefing is scheduled for Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Depoali Middle School in Reno.
WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. - The Davis Fire burning in the mountains above the Washoe Valley continues to cause problems with evacuation warnings still in place from Davis Park to Arrowcreek.
Lake Tahoe Community College to host 2024 Annual State of the College Address
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2024 - 4:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) President Jeff DeFranco will deliver the annual State of the College Address (SOCA) on Thursday, September 12, at 9 a.m. in the Duke Theatre. The address, themed "This Is Coyote Country" will highlight LTCC’s progress toward their annual goals while looking forward to the 2024-2025 academic year.
This year’s SOCA will once again be live-streamed, making it accessible to the entire LTCC community and the public.
Community Town Hall meeting on Measure N scheduled
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2024 - 3:14pm
Event Date:
September 23, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With all the stories, opinion pieces, and comments at the grocery store concerning Measure N, how do you start to weed out the facts about the divisive measure on the November ballot?
Forest thinning continues around the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2024 - 2:20pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) forest thinning projects are underway and scheduled to continue for the next several weeks, conditions and weather permitting. Some projects are expected to continue through the fall. For project details, including land ownership, lead agency, start date, and expected duration, view the Forest Thinning Projects Map at Tahoe Living With Fire which highlights current and upcoming projects.
Davis Fire remapped at 4,703 acres, 0% containment
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2024 - 9:39am
WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. - Fire officials have been able to remap the Davis Fire and the mapping shows the fire at 4,703 acres. There is no containment this morning. Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District (TMFPD) says 600 fire personnel are working on the fire.
There is no change Monday morning in the evacuation zones.
TMFPD says the fire held in most areas overnight but wind gusts are expected this afternoon.
SR431, the Mt. Rose Highway remains closed from Mt. Rose Ski Area to South Virginia. I580 is open. Old 395 is closed from I580 to South Virginia.
Adulting 101: Responsibilities and Choices after High School
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2024 - 8:49am
Event Date:
September 11, 2024 - 6:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Learning Haven is hosting a forum about teens' choices and responsibilities as they move into adulthood. With many experts to hear from, learn about all your choices after high school - college, trade school, the armed forces, or the workforce. Hear from a local attorney about the responsibilities of adulthood in this free event.
The public is invited to Adulting 101: Responsibilities and Choices after High School on Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
Mary Sue Harris ~ 1941 - 2024
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/08/2024 - 10:15pm
On June 13, 2024, Mary Sue Harris, a long-time resident of South Lake Tahoe, sadly passed away.
Born on May 16, 1941, in Arkansas, Mary Sue moved to Stockton, Calif. where she met her husband of 64 years, Albert. They moved to Tahoe in 1961 and raised two children, Terry and Robin. Mary Sue did daycare for 45 years, helping to raise numerous children around South Lake Tahoe.
Mary Sue touched the lives of many, and will always be remembered with a smile.
Major delays expected again between Kings Beach and Tahoe City during SR28 broadband project
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/08/2024 - 9:26pm
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:
City Council candidate Keith Roberts holding meet-and-greet
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/08/2024 - 9:17pm
Event Date:
September 9, 2024 - 6:00pm
South Lake Tahoe City Council Candidate Keith Roberts is holding a "Meet The Candidate" on Monday, September 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at South of North Brewing Company.
Meet Keith and learn what he stands for, "common sense over nonsense."
Enjoy free tacos, and also free beer with a donation.
South of North is located at 932 Stateline Ave., Suite B in South Lake Tahoe.
Windy week ahead for Lake Tahoe and the Sierra, a touch of fall mid-week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/08/2024 - 7:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Breezy winds and dry conditions will maintain elevated to critical fire weather conditions around Lake Tahoe and through the Sierra Front through midweek. Enhanced winds and increased chances of showers are expected Wednesday with cooler temperatures late this week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. There is even a chance for upper-elevation snow.
Anticipate tranquil weather to end the week with temperatures warming back towards seasonal averages by the weekend.
Forecast for South Lake Tahoe from NWS Reno:
Davis Fire picks up again under Red Flag Warnings
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/08/2024 - 12:19pm
7:15 PM UPDATE: The Davis Fire burning in the Washoe Valley is now estimated at 6,500 acres with no containment. The fire started in the area of Davis Creek Regional Park, located in Washoe Valley south of Reno, Nevada, around 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 7, 2024. It is reported to be burning in heavy timber and brush, with medium to long-range spotting. Gusty winds are forecasted throughout the week.
It's OK to Feel the Blues fundraiser in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/08/2024 - 10:05am
Event Date:
September 12, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is holding a fundraiser at CoWork Tahoe on Thursday, September 12 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Join them for "It's OK to Feel the Blues' which will feature live music by Blue Funk, Blue Dog Pizza, Italian Sodas, and Blue Sweets. The suggested donation so $20 for adults and $5 for kids.
Tickets can be purchased at https://give.classy.org/itsoktofeeltheblues-tahoe.
CoWork Tahoe is located at 3079 Harrison Ave., South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Walk
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/08/2024 - 9:54am
Event Date:
October 19, 2024 - 10:00am
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Nevada is holding NAMIWalks 2024 on October 19, 2024, on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. It promises to be an event to remember, filled with meaningful moments as people come together to take a stand on the road to make community matter and see their commitment to “Mental Health for All.”
Letter: Against shocking Measure N, supporting Jinkens and Roberts
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2024 - 11:17pm
I’ve lived in South Lake Tahoe my whole life. I got my first job in a local restaurant at 14. Through hard work, more than 40 hours per week for many years, I managed to make a living. My husband and I built a life here with two children and a granddaughter. We saved up and bought a home 32 years ago.
We were shocked to read about the Vacancy Tax. It’s supposed to target second homeowners but actually says every single homeowner in the city will have to sign under penalty of perjury that they live in their home 183 days, each year. If we don’t, we’ll be fined $6,000!
Letter: Kevin Kiley refuses to debate Jessica Morse
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2024 - 11:09pm
Jessica Morse, running for our CD-3 Representative for US Congress, is eager to debate our current Congressman Kevin Kiley---- anywhere and any time.
Representative Kevin Kiley, however, has declined the invitation to a candidates' forum sponsored by the venerable League of Women Voters of five counties (Nevada, El Dorado, Placer, Plumas, and Sacramento), which represents 350,000 people.
Letter: Did they realize the Denny’s lights were off?
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2024 - 11:05pm
Opponents of Measure N argue that “now is not the time” to take action to protect our community, and that instead we should preserve the status quo. But this argument fails to grasp the reality of our situation: the status quo is a continually increasing rate of second home ownership, which will hollow out our community if it continues unchecked. We must take action to preserve what we love about South Lake Tahoe before it’s too late. That’s why I’ll be voting Yes on Measure N.
CHP investigating homicide on US50 near Camino, suspect arrested
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2024 - 6:36pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - US-50 near Camino was closed early Saturday as the California Highway Patrol (CHP) conducted a homicide investigation. On September 7, 2024, just after 6:30 a.m., CHP officers responded to the call of a disabled vehicle on US-50 east of Snows Road.
Officers quickly located a Chevrolet truck on the right shoulder of the highway. Inside, they found a female occupant who had suffered a fatal gunshot wound. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Fast-moving fire in Washoe Valley prompts evacuations and highway closure
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2024 - 5:44pm
10AM UPDATE: I-580 has reopened to through traffic.
CalOES prepositions firefighting resources in El Dorado County and three other areas
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2024 - 10:05am
As critical fire weather, including high temperatures and strong winds, persists, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned fire engines and personnel in multiple counties to respond if needed.
The prepositioned fire resources include:
El Dorado County:
4 Local Government Engines
2 Local Government Water Tenders
1 Local Government Dispatcher
2 Local Government IMT Members
Los Angeles County:
5 Local Government Engines, Type 1
Drop off leftover paint for recycling or pick up free paint at South Lake Tahoe event
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2024 - 7:00am
Event Date:
September 14, 2024 - 8:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There will be a free and convenient one-day paint drop-off event at South Tahoe Middle School on Saturday, September 14 from 8 a.m. to noon. Households and businesses can safely and easily drop off unused paint for recycling. Households may bring any amount of paint, stain, and/or varnish but some limits may apply to businesses.
South Lake Tahoe man reflects on the 13 years since deadly IHOP shooting took his daughter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 9:24pm
It has now been 13 years since Kenneth Curtzwiler lost his daughter SFC Miranda Summerwind McElhiney in the IHOP mass shooting in Carson City, Nev. She was one of four people who lost their lives that day, September 6, 2011. The shooting also left seven people injured.
Curtwiler, a retired Nevada Army National Guard major, reflected Friday morning on the 13th anniversary of the Carson City IHOP shooting. Several Nevada Guard soldiers were at the IHOP that day to plan observances for the tenth anniversary of 9/11.
Between Horses and Humans holds unique animated virtual fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 8:36pm
GARDNERVILLE, Nev. – Between Horses and Humans (BHH), a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering children through the healing power of horses, invites the public to join forces in a unique, animated virtual fundraiser, the Horsing Around Fun-Raiser, designed to support the organization’s horses that make a difference in the lives of children in our community.
Judge approves Rothschild Broadcasting’s deal To buy KRLT/KOWL
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 8:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Five potential buyers were making moves to buy radio stations KRLT and KOWL, including the Educational Media Foundation, but the bankruptcy court signed off on a deal with the initial offer of $275,000 made by Rothschild Broadcasting. KRLT is 93.9FM and KOWL is 1490AM on the radio dial.
D&H Broadcasting owned the two stations based on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe after buying them from Cherry Creek Radio in a $650,000 deal in 2015.
2024 Rat Pack Rendezvous Vintage Trailer Rally at Tahoe Valley Campground
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 11:57am
Event Date:
September 7, 2024 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Valley Campground will be hosting the 2024 Rat Pack Rendezvous Vintage Trailer Rally on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event will consist of an Open House and a Classic Car Cruise-in. People are invited to go to the campground meet owners and explore a stunning array of vintage trailers. The event is open to the public and is free of cost.
To view the complete itinerary of the weekend, please visit https://www.trailerfestrally.com/s-lake-tahoe-ca.html. Most are limited to campground guests.
Column: Seek Help for Suicidal Thoughts
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 11:25am
Thoughts of suicide can be difficult to talk about. But speaking up—for yourself or a loved one—could be a lifesaver.
Suicide claims the lives of more than 47,000 Americans per year. It’s a serious threat for older adults, just like younger ones. In fact, among men, those ages 75 and older have the highest suicide rate of any age group.
What to Watch For
Feeling isolated, anxious, or agitated can increase your risk for suicidal thoughts. Other signs that it’s time to get help include:
- Believing there’s no reason to live or that you’re a burden to others
Placer County Planning Commission sends amended Palisades project to supervisors
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 11:15am
PLACER COUNTY, Calif. - The Placer County Planning Commission recommended approval of Alterra’s development proposal for the Palisades Tahoe property in Olympic Valley with some conditions, much to the disappointment of Sierra Watch, a group of local conservation advocates who want to protect the integrity of the region and its natural resources.
The Cardigan Classic filmed at Edgewood Tahoe pits Jimmy Fallon vs. DJ Khaled
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 6:01am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Jimmy Fallon and DJ Khaled were at the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe in July, not to compete in the annual celebrity tournament, but to face off in a head-to-head special challenge.
Even though rain tried to cancel their match, the hung out on the course and the rain stopped just in time for their golfing on holes 17 and 18. The match will air on NBC on Friday, September 13 at 11:35 p.m. The special will stream the next day on Peacock and air on Golf Channel beginning on Monday, September 16.
Bear Fire is now 15% contained,3327 acres in size
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2024 - 10:09pm
SIERRA COUNTY, Calif. - Firefighters have been facing hot, dry days and windy conditions on the Bear Fire, which is burning west of Reno, north of Truckee, in the Tahoe National Forest. Since starting on September 2, the fire has burned 3,327 acres and is now 15 percent contained. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Incident Information: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/.../catnf-bear-fire-tahoe
Firefest
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2024 - 9:01pm
Event Date:
September 28, 2024 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join Lake Tahoe Basin agencies for the annual Firefest on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at South Tahoe Middle School.
There will be a burn house sprinkler demo, appearances by Smokey Bear, Sparky the Dog, vehicle extraction, ember house toss, bounce house, helicopter flyovers, and more.
South Tahoe Middle School is located at 2940 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe.
In Memory - Shari Sue Fairweather Pace ~ December 14, 1948 - June 5, 2024
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2024 - 8:30pm
Our beloved Shari Sue Fairweather was born December 14, 1948, and passed away June 5, 2024. Her 75 years started at the U.S. Naval Dispensary in Seattle, Wash. with parents Donald Fairweather and Earlene Crouse Fairweather (our Gada). Donald was transferred to Mo t Naval Airbase in Mountain View, Calif. and Shari became a Californian forever. She graduated from Fremont High School in Sunnyvale in 1966. By then, she had already
developed friendships that would last her lifetime.
South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2024 - 6:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:
Listing Agent: Jackie Arthur
Listing Office: Compass, jackie.arthur@compass.com, 503.791.9244
Property Address: 1131 Dedi Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
MLS #140577
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 2
Square Footage: 1,641 Sq Ft.
Price: $650,000
Welcome to your new home in South Lake Tahoe!
Full agenda for South Lake Tahoe City Council on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2024 - 6:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Flight Deck Grill & Golf Club may soon be coming to the Lake Tahoe Airport as a new concessionaire agreement will be discussed and possibly approved on Tuesday. The South Lake Tahoe City Council will receive a presentation from Flight Deck Grill & Golf Club, LLC on their plans for the space that has been vacant since February 16, 2024.
Thomas McMurray of Stateline has plans for a "full-service dining experience
West Shore Trail to be renamed in honor of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2024 - 5:15pm
TAHOE CITY, Calif. – In a moving tribute to the late Senator Dianne Feinstein, the Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) Board of Directors has unanimously approved renaming the West Shore Trail in her honor, recognizing her incredible legacy and dedication to Lake Tahoe.
Optimists and STHS Junior Optimists Club give $6,000 to Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2024 - 4:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Optimist Club of South Lake Tahoe along with the newly formed Junior Optimist Club at South Tahoe High School, presented a check to the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe for $6,000 for playground equipment. The Optimist Club said they are proud to support the Boys & Girls Club whose mission, along with the Optimists' mission, is to support local youth.
El Dorado County jurors to receive $100 per day in pilot program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2024 - 3:20pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - California AB1981 is a pilot program that will pay a daily rate of $100 to jurists in some counties, and El Dorado County is one of the chosen areas. Starting September 1, 2024, residents called into jury duty in El Dorado County will receive $100 per day, starting on the second day of service. Before that, the fee was $15 per day.
The pilot will explore whether increases in juror compensation and mileage reimbursement rates increase juror diversity and participation.
El Dorado County supervisors to discuss suggested VHR ordinance changes
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/04/2024 - 11:12pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors will hear a list of recommended changes to the Vacation Home Rental (VHR) ordinance at their next meeting on September 10. It is time certain on the agenda for 1:15 p.m., meaning it won't be heard before that time but it could be after.
After the VHR ordinance was approved, Supervisor Brooke Laine formed an advisory committee to evaluate it and recommend changes. The committee comprised representatives in Area 5 with VHRs - Meyers, Tahoma, Meeks Bay, Pollock Pines, and Strawberry.
Talk Saves Lives: A brief introduction to suicide prevention
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/04/2024 - 7:12pm
Event Date:
September 12, 2024 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is hosting a presentation on September 12, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Cowork Tahoe.
This presentation will cover what we know about this leading cause of death, the most up-to-date research on prevention, and what we can all do to fight suicide. Participants will learn the common risk factors for suicide, how to spot the warning signs in others, and how to keep ourselves, our loved ones, and those in our community safe.
Audrey Shirts ~ August 12, 1934 - August 12, 2024
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/04/2024 - 6:57pm
Audrey Pearl Shirts, born August 12, 1934, quietly passed away on August 12, 2024, her 90th birthday. Her children, Len and Paula, and their spouses, Franziska and John, were with her.
Audrey’s early years were spent with her parents, Art and Sue Jones, and brothers Claude and Harry, in Bear Lake, Michigan. The family relocated to Southern California in 1939, and Audrey graduated from Redlands High in 1952.
Inaugural Tahoe Bear Fest at Spooner Lake State Park
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/04/2024 - 6:49pm
Event Date:
September 28, 2024 - 11:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT) and Nevada Division of State Parks have announced the first-ever Tahoe Bear Fest at Spooner Lake State Park on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This bear-focused, family-friendly event is designed to educate and engage the public on living and recreating responsibly in bear country.
Event Highlights:
City of South Lake Tahoe seeks council member to complete John Friedrich's term
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/04/2024 - 2:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On September 3, Mayor Pro Tem John Friedrich submitted a letter of resignation to the South Lake Tahoe City Clerk, effective immediately.
Friedrich attended the recent budget meeting remotely but has been unable to attend meetings for several weeks for personal reasons.
The City of South Lake Tahoe has opened the application process to fill the vacant city council seat. The remaining term of Friedrich's seat is until December 10, 2024.
Douglas County adds Zoom option to commissioner's meeting due to elevator issues
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/04/2024 - 7:00am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – Douglas County will be providing a virtual Zoom option during the Board of County Commissioners meeting at 10 a.m. on September 5, 2024. The historic courthouse elevator is currently receiving upgrades and is inaccessible, and the Zoom component will allow for the meeting to be accessible to all individuals.
Members of the public who wish to view and/or participate in the meeting may use the Zoom registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wfxwnnQOR4Gy824Xfe3UeA#/registration
STPUD expands customer assistance program
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/04/2024 - 6:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - – Low-income South Lake Tahoe residents may be
eligible to receive a discount on their monthly water and sewer bill through South Tahoe Public Utility District’s expanded Customer Assistance Program. Effective September 1, 2024, eligible low-income STPUD customers can qualify for a 15 or 25 percent discount off their water and sewer rate.
Affordable housing workshop in South Lake Tahoe open to the community
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/04/2024 - 6:01am
Event Date:
September 9, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) at their upcoming affordable housing community workshop on Monday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m. at Bijou Community School Multi-purpose Room. Learn about a new project that aims to tackle the housing crisis in Lake Tahoe while protecting and improving the environment.
Final steps completed on annexing Meeks Bay Fire into North Tahoe Fire Protection District
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2024 - 11:01pm
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - North Tahoe Fire Protection District (NTFPD) has provided fire protection and advanced life support services to the Lake Tahoe West Shore area of El Dorado County through a shared services agreement with the Meeks Bay Fire Protection District since 2014.
Did You Know? Helpful tips for getting back into school mode - phones, routines, social media
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2024 - 9:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Did You Know is a monthly Tahoe Alliance for Safe Kids (TASK) column that covers many topics during the school year. They are kicking off a second year of monthly Did You Know columns. TASK is a non-profit whose mission is to prevent and reduce youth substance abuse and related harm - Keeping kids safe in collaboration with community partners.
It’s September! The time of year when kids go back to school, families get back to routines and the warm weather begins to cool. For many, this is a lot of change.
New partnership leads to successful back-to-school drive and "Backpack Attack"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2024 - 7:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As students across South Lake Tahoe returned to school last week, the community rallied in a remarkable show of support for its youth. The inaugural Back-to-School Drive, hosted by the Marcella Foundation in collaboration with MountainHouse and Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS), concluded with outstanding success, providing essential supplies to children in need.
Next TERC event: Sustainable oysters (with tasting!) in changing marine ecosystems
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2024 - 3:08pm
Event Date:
September 12, 2024 - 6:00pm
Join the UC Davis Lake Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) for a unique Science Speaks event featuring a joint lecture and sustainable oyster tasting on September 12 in Tahoe City. All proceeds benefit TERC education programs.
Recipe of the Week: Grilled Green Beans with Peppers and Onions
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2024 - 11:56am
I live for a good side dish, especially a colorful and flavorful vegetable side dish. Green beans are one of my favorite vegetables. They are so versatile and can be made in a variety of ways.
This is one of my “go-to” recipes when I want something tasty that I can throw together in a hurry.
Grilled Green Beans with Peppers and Onions
2 red bell peppers, cut lengthwise in half, seeds removed
1 medium red onion, cut crosswise into ¼-inch slices
2 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. olive oil
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
2 lbs. green beans, trimmed
American Legion Post 795 hosts 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2024 - 11:30am
Event Date:
September 11, 2024 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe is inviting the Lake Tahoe community and visitors to join members of the American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, and the Sons of the American Legion for a ceremony to remember the victims of September 11, 2001. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. on Wed., Sept. 11, 2024, at the American Legion Hall, 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard.
Live music will be provided by local favorite, Cash Only Band’s Davin Kangas with soloist, Jill Sharlow. Light refreshments by Tacos Por Favor Catering will be served.
