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Crews continue to work on closed US395 at Mono Lake after multiple avalanches
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 10:04pm
This winter has taken its toll on Sierra highways, and US395 is no exception. The road had been closed along the Walker River and near Bishop, and now a series of avalanches along US395 between Lee Vining and SR167 has kept the highway closed for weeks.
The closure is due to multiple avalanche incidents from February 25-28 in the area of the 2016 Marina Fire. About 1/2 mile of the highway was closed by a 30-40 foot wall of snow.
Road Beat: 2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD SE review - new option for those living in snow country
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 8:37pm
2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD SE - Corolla Hybrids receive extra power and are now available with AWD and the flashy SE trim.
What is it?
Tahoe Paradise Recreation & Park District Board Meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 8:19pm
Event Date:
March 23, 2023 - 6:00pm
The next Tahoe Paradise Recreation & Park District Board of Directors meeting will be held on Thursday, March 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the CCC Building in Meyers.
BOARD MEETING AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND CONFIRMATION OF QUORUM
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. OPEN FORUM FOR PUBLIC - 3 MINUTE LIMIT / SPEAKER
5. CLAIMS PAYMENTS – Tom/Joanne
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Project Committee: Greg/Zane
Grant Committee: Judy
Events Committee: Judy/Angie
Budget Report: Tom
7. PARK OPERATIONS REPORT: Greg
World Down Syndrome Day to be celebrated at Sierra House Elementary
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 2:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students and staff at Sierra House Elementary School in South Lake Tahoe will be rocking crazy socks on Tuesday in honor of World Down Syndrome Day and their three students who have Down Syndrome.
Tuesday, March 21 is National Down Syndrome Day, and Sierra House Elementary is celebrating its three students with Down Syndrome, David Munguia Reyes, who is in the third grade, and fourth graders Micah Cooley and Dylan Polan.
South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission to examine taxes to fund affordable housing
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 12:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most can agree that South Lake Tahoe and most communities across the country need better affordable housing options for residents. A problem with the needs is that funding needs to be made available to build the needed units.
Mt. Rose Ski Area at Lake Tahoe offers late skiing on Fridays, spring specials
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 12:04pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - For the rest of the season, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe will stay open late on Fridays, spinning select chairlifts until 6 p.m. Making the most of daylight saving and incredible snow conditions, the resort is extending its operations by two hours on Fridays to give skiers and riders the opportunity to take “bonus runs” this spring.
The $59 “Ski G.I.F.” Friday Daily Special discounted lift ticket after 12 p.m. makes Fridays even more special with the later skiing and snowboarding PLUS a great deal on tickets.
Letter to the Editor: Republican women host Nevada's chief deputy controller
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:53am
On March 9, 2023, the South Lake Tahoe Republican Women, Federated hosted its annual Lincoln/Reagan Dinner at The Bistro at the Corner.
After a wonderful dinner, guest speaker James Smack, State of Nevada's chief deputy controller, provided interesting history on President Lincoln and President Reagan. He also alerted the group about the dangers of a new investment strategy being pushed called “ESG” (Environmental, Social, and Governance). Many of the larger banking institutions are investing monies into ESG funds, which are risky at best, he said.
Kudos: Forest Suites Resorts supports Bread & Broth dinner clients
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 10:37am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bread & Broth’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) sponsorship was hosted by Forest Suites Resort on Monday, March 13. Thanks to their AAD donation of $300 and sending an excellent sponsor crew to the Monday Meal dinner, over 74 dinners were served to the very grateful folks who came for a hot and tasty meal and the bags of food provided to those who join Bread & Broth's (B&B) weekly meal for dinner.
Killer Klowns From Outer Space: A Tribute
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 8:01pm
Event Date:
July 8, 2023 (All day) ONE NIGHT ONLY! JULY 8TH, 2023
SCREENING! MEET & GREETS! COSPLAY DANCE PARTY!
Event includes: Meet & Greets* with... · Grant Cramer "Mike Tobacco" · Harrod Blank "Rudy" · Mike Martinez "Slim" · John Massari (Film & Video Game Composer).
Please note*: Love Horror Events does not set autograph & merchandise pricing. Autographs & Merch are a separate fee and are set by the artists.
Event includes: Killer Klowns From Outer Space big screen presentation! Q&A with film cast.
Location
Colonial Theatre
3522 Stockton Blvd
Sacramento
United States
See map: Google Maps
Never ending winter at Lake Tahoe - Storm warning, storm watch, rain, snow in the forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 5:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first day of spring is on March 20, and even though we normally experience some snow in March, it often comes after many breaks in the cold weather and glimpses of warmth.
Plan on periods of gusty winds, rain, and snow today into early Monday. After a brief break, a second weather system will move into the region Tuesday and Wednesday with additional Sierra snowfall and mountain travel impacts. Rain and snow are forecast for Lake Tahoe and western Nevada with snow accumulations possible Tuesday night and Wednesday morning.
March Madness tournament for trails at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 3:17pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - When it’s not buried in snow, Tahoe is home to an incredible network of trails. Whether it’s the one right in your backyard or the one that requires a permit to access, everyone has their favorite trail in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Letter to the Editor: Stop EDC supervisors from disbanding Human Rights Commission, ending bias training
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 2:35pm
El Dorado County Board of Supervisors is planning to dissolve the Human Rights Commission through the consent calendar on their agenda for March 21 at 10 a.m.
Mountain life clothing company Stio opening in South Lake Tahoe with 3-day party
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 1:21pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Mar 26 2023 .
March 24, 2023 (All day)
March 25, 2023 (All day)
March 26, 2023 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Outdoor clothing company Stio is heading to South Lake Tahoe and they are holding a grand opening party from Friday, March 24 to Sunday, March 26.
Created in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Stio was founded to inspire connection with the outdoors through beautiful, functional products infused with mountain soul. Like life in Tahoe, they draw inspiration from life on the water, the trails, and the mountains.
El Dorado County Public Health: Protecting adolescents with preteen vaccines
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 12:58pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. – The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Public Health Division is reminding parents of the importance of preteen vaccinations.
“Vaccines are one of the best ways to avoid serious and deadly diseases, and can even stop some types of cancer,” said Dr. Nancy Williams, El Dorado county public health officer. “Ensuring that preteens have the vaccines they need can protect them now and into adulthood.”
Carson Valley Medical Center changes name to Carson Valley Health
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 12:51pm
GARDNERVILLE, Nev. - When Carson Valley Medical Center’s journey began, they set out to serve the community with compassion, personal connection, and dependability. They said they've been proud of their progress, but when it comes to reaching new altitudes in healthcare, their attitude is – let’s keep climbing.
Now they have a new name but the same commitment.
Column: How important is a colonoscopy?
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2023 - 11:19pm
A colonoscopy is a potentially life-saving preventative screening test. Its primary role is preventing or finding colorectal cancer when it’s most treatable. Recommended every 10 years starting at age 45, a colonoscopy allows your provider to see problems such as inflammation or bleeding in the large bowel, and it can be life-saving if a tumor or precancerous growths, called polyps, are detected.
Tahoe Climbing Coalition to bring Reel Rock 17 Film Tour to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2023 - 11:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Despite all the snow on the ground, the climbing season is approaching quickly! The Tahoe Climbing Coalition (TCC) has lots of stewardship days and community socials planned once the trails and rocks emerge, but in the meantime, they invite the community to join them at their showing of the Reel Rock 17 Film Tour.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2023 - 10:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that 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.
March 9 - March 15, 2023
3/9
07:27 SNOW TOW - Occurred at Wailaki St/Nahane Dr, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ASSISTED.
Tickets now on sale for Zephyr Cove Elementary School's Night in Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2023 - 9:49pm
Event Date:
March 28, 2023 - 5:30pm
The Zephyr Cove Elementary School (ZCES) Parents Club invites the community
to join them for its annual fundraising event Night in Tahoe on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Tahoe Beach Club. Tickets are on sale now for $75 each and can be purchased online at zcesparentsclub.org.
Barton Health purchases Quick Care Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2023 - 12:20am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health has announced they have purchased Quick Care Tahoe and it will become part of the Barton family this spring. In early 2021, Dr. Steven Leman and his partners Sean Bishop and Jonathan Raymond (Quick Care Tahoe, LLC) opened the medical business at the South Lake Tahoe "Y" at 2074 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
El Dorado Board of Supervisors vote 3-2 to disband Human Rights Commission
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2023 - 12:15am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Even though there was overwhelming support voiced for keeping the El Dorado County Human Rights Commission, the supervisors took a first vote to dissolve the five-year-old commission through the adoption of a new ordinance. Supervisors Brooke Laine and John Hidahl were the only two to vote in favor of keeping the commission, with Supervisors Lori Parlin, John Turnboo, and Wendy Thomas against.
Giga Bite Robotics FTC Team from South Lake Tahoe victorious at Nevada State Championships
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/17/2023 - 7:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) youth robotics team from South Lake Tahoe emerged as a member of the winning team at the Nevada State Championships earlier this month. Local Team #20681 Giga Bite with partners VC Silver Circuits and MCII formed the winning alliance and battled it out against 29 other teams from across the state and nearby regions.
Column: Weathering Tahoe's storms
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/17/2023 - 8:06am
Tahoe’s perseverance has been on full display over the past weeks as residents, businesses, plow drivers, and emergency responders have managed a dangerous and exhausting confluence of atmospheric rivers and winter weather. While we welcome the snowpack and the water it brings, the intensity at which it arrived has major downsides for our communities and the lake.
Tahoe Community Church is holding an Easter Egg Hunt
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/17/2023 - 8:03am
Event Date:
April 8, 2023 - 10:00am
The community is invited to join in the Tahoe Community Church's Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8 at 10 a.m. This fun event is open to ages 1-12 and it is free.
There are eggs and golden eggs with special prizes.
The church is located at 145 Daggett Way off Kingsbury Grade in Stateline, Nev. Call or text Jacky a 775.901.0870 with any questions.
Barton Health Foundation donates 8 lifesaving AEDs to South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/17/2023 - 7:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Barton Health Foundation, as part of its Heart Safe Community program, recently donated eight automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to aid in the response of heart issues to the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 2,000 young, seemingly healthy people under age 25 in the United States die each year of sudden cardiac arrest.
Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/17/2023 - 7:17am
Event Date:
April 1, 2023 - 1:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Since 2006, Sierra Nevada Alliance has welcomed visitors to Lake Tahoe for the Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour. While things have been different for the last few years, they are bringing the festival back fully in person.
Forest Service advises caution at Taylor and Tallac creeks in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 7:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - Due to the atmospheric rivers impacting the Lake Tahoe region, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) are advising the public to avoid the Taylor-Tallac Restoration Project area adjacent to the southwest end of Lake Tahoe.
Epic collaboration to prevent a sewer spill at South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 7:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – This winter, Lake Tahoe has experienced the third-highest snowfall on record, with more on the way. Last week’s warm atmospheric river caused structural collapses, avalanches, and extensive flooding around South Lake Tahoe. Of particular concern is a flooded sewer pump station on the Upper Truckee Marsh. Epic collaboration resulted in a solution to address flooding and help prevent a sewer spill.
Placer County to hold meeting on Kings Beach Western Approach Project
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 7:29pm
Event Date:
March 21, 2023 - 6:00pm
KINGS BEACH, Calif. - Placer County will be holding an informational meeting on the Kings Beach Western Approach Project at 6 p.m. on March 21 at the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach. County staff will present a status update on the project, followed by a question-and-answer session.
The meeting will be live-streamed on Zoom for those who are not able to attend in person. Participants can also call in by dialing 1-877-853-5247 and enter meeting ID: 934 6043 9518.
LTUSD holds inaugural State of the District and Community Conversation
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 6:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - Almost 150 members of the community attended Wednesday's first of what Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) leaders hope to be the annual State of the District/LCAP Community Conversation.
Attendance was more than double expectations and attendees heard a presentation from LTUSD leadership, participated in interactive tabletop conversations and heard from local leaders.
EL Dorado County woman sentenced to 90 days in jail and community service in animal cruelty case
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 12:58pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. – El Dorado County resident Sandra Tidwell pled guilty to felony animal cruelty charges and was sentenced this week to 90 days in jail and 250 hours of community service.
When a search warrant was served on the 50-year-old's home in El Dorado Hills in July 2022, animal services officers found 25 German Shepherd and Husky breed dogs living in deplorable conditions, including 15 adult dogs and ten puppies at Tidwell’s property where she was illegally keeping the animals inside her 1,200 square foot home.
Kudos: Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe thanks Vail Resorts Epic Promise
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 12:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) is excited to announce a grant has been received from the Vail Resorts Epic Promise program. A yearly supporter of the Club, Epic Promise has awarded the BGCLT a grant for the past seven years consecutively.
The 12th atmospheric river of the winter is heading to California and Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 11:22am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Enjoy the sun, quiet and calm while it lasts around Lake Tahoe as storms are hanging out on the horizon.
Cool, dry weather is in store to end the work week, but a couple of quick and weak storms will bring a chance of mountain snow and gusty winds this weekend. It is after the weekend when there is potential for a larger, stronger storm (sorry).
California Tahoe Conservancy grants $250,000 to tackle invasive plants
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 10:47am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) Board approved a $250,000 grant to Tahoe Resource Conservation District (Tahoe RCD) for aquatic invasive plant surveillance and rapid response in Lake Tahoe.
“Aquatic invasive species threaten wildlife habitat, water quality, and recreation opportunities at Lake Tahoe,” said Adam Acosta, Conservancy board chair. “We’re excited to support Tahoe RCD’s efforts to detect and remove invasive plant infestations to help protect the Lake.”
El Dorado County Senior of the Year nominations now being accepted
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 11:03pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Do you know an outstanding adult or married couple 60 years or older performing exemplary work in the community as a volunteer?
Hosted by the El Dorado County Area Agency on Aging and the El Dorado County Commission on Aging the annual “Senior of the Year” award will be presented to the nominated volunteer by the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors in the Board of Supervisors Chambers on Tuesday, May 16, 2023.
- Nominees must be El Dorado County resident(s) and 60 years of age or older
Storm impacts to South Tahoe Public Utility District
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 10:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Rain-on-snow events bring unique challenges to wastewater operations in Lake Tahoe. As streets and meadows flood, stormwater seeps through manholes and into the sewer system. This inundates wastewater pump stations and the wastewater treatment plant, increasing the risk of sewer spills.
During this week’s atmospheric river, South Tahoe Public Utility District worked every day around the clock to address challenges and ensure reliable water and wastewater services.
City council approves purchase of new snow removal equipment for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 2:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Snow removal has been a challenge this winter with much more than just snow to deal with. One of those challenges has been equipment, and the need for four new graders and two blowers.
During its Tuesday meeting, the South Lake Tahoe City Council approved the purchase of those items along with a smaller blower for trails and bike paths. The price tag is a big one, over $3,500,000.
Raley's plans to reopen one South Lake Tahoe store soon
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 11:03am
10:30 p.m. UPDATE: The team at Raley's at the "Y" made great progress in safely removing snow off the roof Wednesday. The Emerald Bay Road store is prepared to reopen at 8 a.m. Thursday, March 16.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The March 2023 storms have been damaging to South Lake Tahoe homes and businesses, with several being closed or red-tagged due to safety and structure concerns.
Douglas County lifts precautionary evacuation warning for Buckeye/Dangberg Reservoir area
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 9:35am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – The Precautionary Evacuation Warning for the Buckeye/Dangberg Reservoir area has been lifted. On Sunday, March 12, Douglas County issued a Precautionary Evacuation Warning for the Buckeye/Dangberg Reservoir area due to a possible reservoir overflow which could affect homes and property in the area. The reservoir waters did not breach the rim and have since receded. At the direction of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and East Fork Fire, the precautionary evacuation warning has been lifted.
Water in Lake Tahoe fully flips for first time since winter of 2018-19
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 8:56am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Lake Tahoe flipped on February 27 or 28 according to the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC). Flipping is when the water fully mixes vertically from top to bottom.
Even though smaller lakes are fully mixed annually, it is less common for Lake Tahoe with a depth of 1,640 feet. The last time Tahoe flipped was in the winter of 2018-19.
TERC researchers are on the like every week to sample water quality, the phytoplankton, and the overall health. They maintain instruments placed on the lake that take instruments every few minutes.
South Tahoe Middle School Club Live clears fire hydrants
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 8:36am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe Middle School Club Live volunteers recently cleared fire hydrants in South Lake Tahoe. On February 11 at 10 a.m., Club Live volunteers cleared fire hydrants around the school.
Club Live is a school club that encourages kids to lead a healthy lifestyle. During meetings Club Live often will have a game to get everyone up, moving, and socializing. The club also teaches kids about the threat of smoking, vaping, and drinking irresponsibly.
So, why did Club Live clear fire hydrants around the school?
Community invited to TASK meeting that will focus on fentanyl, opioids and Narcan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 9:44pm
Event Date:
March 16, 2023 - 3:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Learn about opioids, fentanyl, signs of an overdose, and how to use Narcan at the next meeting of the Tahoe Alliance for Safe Kids (TASK). They will be meeting on Thursday, March 16 at 3:30 p.m. in the South Tahoe High School Student Union meeting room.
Shannon Decker of the Speedy Foundation will present a 30-45 minute program and training on the use of Narcan, fentanyl test strips, and other important information. The community is invited to attend.
Go Fund Me fundraiser set up for 2015 South Tahoe High grad Luke Garratt
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 9:17pm
A Go Fund Me fundraiser has been established for former South Lake Tahoe resident Luke Garratt.
The 26-year-old is now recovering in the Los Angeles area after having a stroke followed by open heart surgery. He is facing 4-6 months of physical therapy at a skilled nursing center to regain his strength back.
Over 4500 Liberty Utilities customers without power in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 4:36pm
The power was restored to most customers by 6:15 p.m.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a power outage in South Lake Tahoe affecting 4,599 customers at this time.
Liberty Utilities has given an estimated time of restoral at 7:52 p.m. No cause has been released.
This story will be updated when new details are available.
Tahoe Douglas Fire Union holding St. Baldrick's Brave the Shave fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 4:05pm
Event Date:
March 17, 2023 - 2:00pm
Tahoe Douglas Firefighters Union 2441 is holding a St.Baldrick's head-shaving fundraiser in the Alpine Union at Hard Rock Tahoe on March 17 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Teams will be shaving their heads in support of childhood cancer research.
Sign up at stbaldricks.org/events/TDFD2023 to donate to the group cause, or support a person who is seeking donations, or to join in the fun and "brave the shave."
Incline High School evacuated over concerns of a gas leak
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 1:48pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - On Tuesday, March 14, the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD) along with Washoe County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) responded to Incline High School for a reported smell of natural gas.
Students were evacuated while fire crews attempted to locate the origin. No gas was detected inside the structure but high levels of gas were detected in multiple locations in the snow on the roof. Due to the heavy snow load, the crews were unable to locate the origin of the leak with this information, natural gas was turned off to the structure.
Nine South Lake Tahoe and Meyers homes and businesses red tagged, 86 damaged due to snow loads
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 12:04pm
UPDATE 4 p.m.: The numbers have changed a bit during the day. There have now been 150 inspections, with 103 homes/businesses damaged and 15 red-tagged. The following streets in South Lake Tahoe and Meyers are currently closed: Ute, Choctaw, Angora Creek, and Werner Salas.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is no surprise that the area has been hammered this winter, and now heavy snow loads on businesses and homes are being damaged due to collapsing roofs.
Chili Cook-Off fundraiser for South Lake Tahoe resident and business owner
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 10:09am
Event Date:
March 24, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A fundraising Chili Cook-Off for Angela Cabrera will be held at Lake Tahoe Christian Fellowship on Friday, March 24 at 6 p.m.
Angela Cabrera is known and loved by many in the South Lake Tahoe community. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, friend, and small
business owner of Emanate Gallery & Framing.
Angela was recently diagnosed with Burkitt Lymphoma and all proceeds at the event will go towards her beating this rare but highly aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
There are three ways to participate
ENTER YOUR CHILI
Safeway at Round Hill reopening; Douglas County offices closed
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/13/2023 - 8:16pm
UPDATE 3/14 9 a.m. - The Round Hill Safeway is opening its doors by 9:00 a.m. this morning after a long night of snow removal and coordination between engineers and the Douglas County building department.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Calif. - The Safeway at Round Hill is closed at this time due to concerns about building safety. Douglas County's Community Development office placed a red tag on the building Monday morning, saying the structure was unsafe for occupancy at this time.
South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting moves to virtual only
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/13/2023 - 2:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tuesday, March 14 meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council has been moved to virtual only. The meeting will be live-streamed on Channel 21, on the City website at www.cityofslt.us, and via ZOOM at this link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87651412447. Instructions for participation are below.
