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Douglas County School District making leadership moves this summer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/05/2024 - 8:53am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County School District (DCSD) has been filling open leadership positions, a positive change after what many looked at as a turbulent year. After the board recently approved the hiring of Frankie Alvarado as its new superintendent, other new roles have been made known.
Kudos: Vail’s Kirkwood Mountain Resort helps serve Bread & Broth meal
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/05/2024 - 8:16am
The Bread & Broth talented cooks served up a great dinner at the Monday Meal on July 29 to the 96 dinner guests who came to St. Theresa Grace Hall between 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to enjoy both another hot, full-course meal and socializing with their fellow diners. It’s always a surprise to the dinner guests as to the evening’s menu but once again they were not disappointed. Baked pork chops smothered in a mushroom/onion gravy, rice, broccoli with a cheese sauce, applesauce, and a green salad made up the evening’s food lineup.
OpEd: If you care about housing issues In Tahoe, vote no on the Vacancy Tax
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/05/2024 - 7:42am
I have been a South Lake full-time resident for nearly five years, and in that short time, I’ve managed to build a community here for myself. I have no plans to leave or become a part-time resident. This is my home, and I love and cherish it deeply.
Politically, I lean far left. But I have enough experience working in progressive spaces to recognize that no singular piece of legislation is exceptional enough to escape any sort of critical review. Policy only works when it’s written well, regardless of which side is pushing it.
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Sunny and warm
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/04/2024 - 9:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An upper ridge is parked over California this week, keeping daytime high temperatures above average. Late Friday, an upper air trough will move into the Pacific Northwest which will push the ridge to the east a bit. Daytime temperatures may start to cool slightly through the following weekend.
At this time there is no rain or thunderstorms in the forecast.
The South Lake Tahoe forecast for the week from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monthly gaming report: Lake Tahoe casinos "win" figure was $21.4M in June
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/04/2024 - 9:00pm
Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,286,686,312 for June 2024, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board's latest monthly report. This amounts to a 3.25 percent increase compared to the same month a year ago when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,246,020,144. For the fiscal year, the gaming win has increased by 4.36 percent with $15,765,165,340 in "win".
The "gaming win" represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
Major travel delays can be expected on SR28 next week in North Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/04/2024 - 9:23am
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project and gas-line replacement work continuing along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.
The broadband project is a 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.
One-way traffic control is scheduled along SR-28 between the Tahoe State Park entrance and the State Route 89 intersection:
Support local students: Donate to the "Back-to-School Drive" in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/04/2024 - 9:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the Marcella Foundation and Mountain House, in partnership with Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS), for a Back-to-School Drive from August 1-14, 2024. For over 20 years, SITS members have provided thousands of backpacks and school supplies to children in South Lake Tahoe. This year, SITS, Marcella Foundation, and Mountain House (formerly Lake Tahoe Christian Fellowship) have teamed up to support even more students and classrooms with the essentials they need for a successful school year.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/03/2024 - 8:40pm
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.
July 22 - July 28, 2024
7/22
03:27 NOISE DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Camp Richardson on Jameson Beach Rd, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ADVISED.
November ballot filling up with candidates as deadline draws near
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/03/2024 - 7:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The November 5 election is just over 90 days away, and candidates have started to file the necessary paperwork for several local elected positions open this year.
The deadline to file is August 9, 2024. If an incumbent does not file for reelection, the filing period will be extended to August 14 for that position only.
As of Friday, August 2, the following people have completed the needed paperwork to run for office:
County Board of Education Trustee Area 5 - appointed incumbent Kathy Jensen is running.
Tahoe History Talks on the Beach: Toogee Sielsch and history of urbanized black bears
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/03/2024 - 6:22pm
Event Date:
August 6, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society hosts another Tahoe History Talks on the Beach on Tuesday, August 6 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Lakeview Commons. This week's speaker is local urbanized black bear expert Toogee Sielsch. He taught himself bear behavior during morning walks in the 1990s and is now South Lake Tahoe's bear authority.
Always entertaining, Toogee (pronounced 2-G) will talk about the black bear's history on the South Shore, why numbers have grown over the last decade, and how people can be better stewards in keeping bears safe.
Letter: People selling glass houses shouldn't throw stones
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/03/2024 - 6:02pm
This week, nine community advocates and I were named in a frivolous lawsuit, the vacancy tax opposition’s latest attempt to use their deep pockets and outside money to sap resources and intimidate local supporters on behalf of special interest groups.
The opposition, funded by California’s real estate lobbying group, is afraid that November’s election won’t turn out in their favor. Sharon Kerrigan, VP of the Realtors Association, recently went on record at a public meeting to say that, “governing shouldn’t happen at the ballot box.” Now they are apparently trying the courts.
River City Waterway Alliance holding Johnson Meadow cleanup Saturday; Everyone welcome to help
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 10:16pm
Event Date:
August 3, 2024 - 10:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Volunteers with the River City Waterway Alliance will be in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday to join with local volunteers to remove debris from the Johnson Meadow.
New video shows paddlers how to protect both Lake Tahoe and gear
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 8:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Inflatable paddleboards are easy to carry and can help alleviate parking congestion, but did you know they can also spread aquatic invasive species (AIS)? Many paddlers are unaware that the water that collects in the folds and carrying bags can transport AIS that threatens Lake Tahoe’s ecology and water clarity.
Legal papers filed against South Lake Tahoe's Measure N verbiage
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 7:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Former South Lake Tahoe mayor, city councilmember, and local businessman Tom Davis filed a petition for a writ of mandate in El Dorado County Superior County on July 26. The writ was directed to City Clerk Susan Blankenship and County Registrar of Voters Bill O'Neill in their official capacities, and Amelia Richmond, Nick Speal, C.T. Rowe, Kira Richardson, and Alicia Halpern as "real parties in interest."
Tahoe Knight Monsters add two new players to 2024-25 roster
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 5:43pm
The Tahoe Knight Monsters, proud ECHL Affiliate of the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights and the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights have announced the addition of two new players for the 2024-25 season: Logan Nelson and Jeff Solow.
Forward Logan Nelson
Nelson, 30, brings a wealth of experience and talent to the Knight Monsters lineup. Nelson has orchestrated three productive seasons with the Rapid City Rush totaling 173 points (60g, 113a) in 179 games played from 2021-2024. Nelson served as an alternate captain for the Rush during the 2021-22 season.
Final "Gardening Through the Seasons" workshop to focus on preparing garden for winter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 7:40am
Event Date:
August 27, 2024 - 6:30pm
What blooms in the fall for three-season color? Come to the final "Gardening Through the Seasons Workshop" and find out!
The fall workshop hosted by South Tahoe Public Utilities and the UCCE Master Gardeners of Lake Tahoe on August 27 and will focus on preparing your garden for winter and learning to shut down your irrigation system. They will also discuss adding plants to your garden that shine during the autumn season.
Exploring enhancements to your appearance: Q&A with a plastic surgeon
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/02/2024 - 7:33am
In a world that increasingly values self-expression and individuality, it is essential to remember that beauty comes in many forms. Each person possesses unique features that make them one of a kind and there is no one-size-fits-all definition of beauty.
Over time, or as a result of trauma or lifestyle, our features and skin may change or become altered. Some individuals opt for enhancement to combat these changes, enhance their self-esteem, and feel more comfortable in their own skin.
South Lake Tahoe 6th grade Club Basketball tryouts
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/01/2024 - 11:28pm
Event Date:
August 23, 2024 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. -There will be Club Basketball tryouts for the South Tahoe Bears on August 23 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) The Bears are those in 6th grade for the 24/25 school year.
Tryouts are in the LTCC gym, located inside the PE Building.
Need more information? Contact Coach Walter Morris at waltermorris24@gmail.com.
Tahoe Douglas Fire raised rates for service on August 1
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/01/2024 - 11:15pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District (TDFPD) has changed its rate schedule that cover many aspects of the services it provides to the community. The rise in rates includes, but is not limited to, construction inspections, vacation home rental inspections, special event inspections, plan reviews, incident response, and stand-by fees.
Fees enable TDFPD to recuperate expenses incurred by vehicles, personnel, and materials involved with fire prevention, fire suppression, and emergency medical services used by locals, businesses, and visitors.
Tahoe Transportation District holding public meeting on Short-Range Transit Plan update
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/01/2024 - 10:58pm
Event Date:
August 6, 2024 - 6:00pm
The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, requires that transit providers undertake a short-range planning process every five to seven years.
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) has begun the update for its Short-Range Transit Plan, and TTD is creating this webpage to solicit public comments during the process.
Those who have faced homelessness or housing insecurity sought by TYFS to represent community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/01/2024 - 10:48pm
If you have ever encountered housing insecurity or homelessness in South Lake Tahoe, your valuable insights are sought by Tahoe Youth and Family Services (TYFS). You're needed to represent our community on the El Dorado Opportunity Knocks Continuum of Care Lived Experience Advisory Board (LEAB). The primary purpose of the LEAB is to ensure the active participation of individuals with direct experience of homelessness in decision-making processes related to homeless and housing services within El Dorado County.
SLT Moose Lodge 1632/408 hosting 2nd annual Charity Bash for CASA El Dorado
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/01/2024 - 10:34pm
Event Date:
August 16, 2024 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The SLT Moose Lodge 1632/408 is thrilled to announce its 2nd annual Charity Bash, a vibrant event dedicated to supporting CASA El Dorado. This exciting fundraiser will take place on August 16 at 961 Eloise Avenue and promises an evening full of community spirit and fun!
Letter to the Editor: The HOA no one signed up for
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/01/2024 - 10:27pm
When the Tahoe Regional Planning Authority (TRPA) was established in 1969, its mandate was clear: to preserve, restore, and enhance the Lake Tahoe Basin's unique natural and human environment. Has the TRPA lived up to its promise, or has it become an unwieldy bureaucracy that hinders more than it helps?
Lake Tahoe air quality affected by Park Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 10:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Smoke from the Park Fire has been affecting the air quality for much of Northern California and Western Nevada, and more of the same can be expected through Thursday. The Park Fire is 18 percent contained as of June 31 and has burned 391,200 acres covering four counties, Butte, Plumas, Shasta, and Tehama.
According to AirNow, Lake Tahoe has been in the "moderate" to "unhealthy for sensitive groups" ranges, with the North Shore having the poorer air quality. Truckee is currently in the unhealthy" range.
Thursday should be more of the same.
Mobile Dental Services Van heading to Markleeville
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 9:53pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Fri Aug 23 2024 .
August 22, 2024 (All day)
August 23, 2024 (All day)
ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - The Smile Dental Services Mobile Dental Services Van is heading to Alpine County August 22-23 in Markleville. They understand that sometimes it can be difficult to find a dentist in the area, so they’re bringing the dentist to you!
ASmile Dental Services is dedicated to ensuring each patient receives not only the best care available but also the education necessary to maintain good oral health throughout their lives. They invite you to visit them and learn how we can help you achieve your oral health goals.
South Lake Tahoe man one of three killed during brawl at Ely State Prison
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 9:15pm
Twenty-two-year-old Connor Brown of South Lake Tahoe man has been identified as one of three men killed during an altercation at Ely State Prison on Tuesday. The Nevada Department of Corrections also identified inmate Zackaria Luz, and the name of the third person has not yet been released, pending notification of family.
Head-on collision in South Lake Tahoe sends four to hospital
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 4:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A head-on collision on Pioneer Trail Friday sent all four people involved to the hospital. On July 26, 2024, at approximately 1 p.m., A 2022 Prius was being driven northbound near Tionontati Street when, for unknown reasons, the Prius crossed into the southbound lane, hitting a 2022 GMC Sierra head-on.
Recipe Highlight: Discovering Hidden Gems – Craft Vendors at the Farmers Markets
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 4:41pm
Farmers markets are a treasure trove of fresh produce, locally sourced goods, and unique finds. While most people visit these markets for their fruits, vegetables, and other food items, there’s another aspect that often goes unnoticed - the craft vendors. Craft vendors are an integral part of the farmer's market experience. They offer a wide range of handmade items, from jewelry and pottery to textiles and home decor. These artisans pour their heart and soul into their work, resulting in products that are not only beautiful but also carry a story.
Kudos: El Dorado County Probation Department hosts Bread & Broth Monday Meal
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 12:37pm
According to Vanessa Wood, Supervising Deputy Probation Officer, “The El Dorado County Probation Department sponsored the Adopt A Day event on July 22 in memory of our co-worker, Desiree Wright, who passed away in February 2024.” Desiree had participated in the Probation Department’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment sponsorship in July of 2023 and “the extra Probation Department members showed up to honor Desiree at this year’s sponsorship meal.” In addition to Vanessa, those honorees included Brian Richart, Chief Probation Officer, Pat Adams, Forrest Andra, Destiny Burress, Maggie Smith, Jorge So
TRPA settles with jet boat operator who entered the Upper Truckee River Marsh
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2024 - 9:58am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A $10,000 penalty against a jet boat operator on Lake Tahoe was approved by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) during its July 24 board meeting.
In April 2024, TRPA staff received complaints and video documentation of a motorized watercraft operating more than 5 mph in the sensitive Upper Truckee River Marsh on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. Operating motorized watercraft in tributaries of Lake Tahoe and speeding within 600 feet of shore are prohibited by TRPA regulations to protect public safety, water quality, habitat, and recreation.
Bike or use shuttle to 28th annual Lake Tahoe Summit at Round Hill Pines
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 10:34pm
Event Date:
August 14, 2024 - 10:00am
The 28th annual Lake Tahoe Summit will be held on Wednesday, August 14 at Round Hill Pines Beach Resort in Zephyr Cove, Nev. The theme of this year’s event is “Connecting Tahoe: Investing in Transit, Trails, and Technology for the Future.”
This year's host is Nevada Senator Cortez Masto.
Check-in and a booth fair featuring Lake Tahoe environmental organizations will begin at 9 a.m. The Summit program starts at 10 a.m. The booth fair will continue with food for purchase from Beach Bums Bar & Grill after the Summit concludes.
Appellate Court overturns South Lake Tahoe murder conviction
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 10:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In November 2021, a South Lake Tahoe jury of six men, and six women found Tevarez Richard Lopez guilty of murdering Dennis "Spike" Wright, Jr. at the Beverly Lodge in South Lake Tahoe on January 30, 2016. The guilty verdict led Judge Suzanne Kingsbury to sentence him to Life Without the Possibility of Parole on December 2, 2022.
Lake Tahoe Clarity Report: Winter lake conditions clearest in 40 years while summer clarity drops
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 4:34pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - There is both good news and bad news in the annual clarity report, released Tuesday by the University of California, Davis – Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC).
The clarity of Lake Tahoe’s famed blue waters in 2023 continued its years-long trend of improving during the winter and deteriorating during the summer.
Winter lake conditions were the clearest observed since 1983 and the 10th best on record, with visibility of 91.8 feet under the surface, compared with 72.2 feet in 2022.
A Foodie Review: Happy Hour Hot Shots visit Margaritaville's Landshark Bar & Grill and License To Chill
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 4:11pm
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 the Landshark Bar & Grill and License to Chill at the new Margaritaville.
First Impression
New Deputy Forest Supervisor named for Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2024 - 2:16pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has announced the selection of Rosalie Herrera as the permanent deputy forest supervisor for the Lake Tahoe Basin.
“Please join me in welcoming Rosalie to the Lake Tahoe Basin,” said LTBMU Forest Supervisor, Erick Walker. “Rosalie brings a wealth of agency experience to the position and it’s great to have her as a permanent member of our team.”
Learn about South Lake Tahoe's new defensible space ordinance at Cuppa Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 6:52pm
Event Date:
July 30, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District Battalion Chief Kim George is hosting an informational gathering at Cuppa Tahoe on Tuesday, July 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
George will be giving a presentation on the new ordinance, informing residents of what is included in the ordinance, and what resident's responsibilities are.
Water quality results after sewer spill at Fallen Leaf Lake
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 5:59pm
TUESDAY UPDATE: The six samples collected 36 hours after Sunday morning's spill showed bacteria counts, including e.coli, back to baseline at all sampling sites. The warning signs have been removed.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Results from the six water samples collected at Fallen Leaf Lake after Sunday morning's sewage spill show elevated levels of total coliform, including e.coli, at the point of entry and 150 feet north of the sewer spill. The bacteria levels detected are below the requirements for beach closures.
Barton Health hosting public meeting on planned changes with move to Stateline
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 5:46pm
Event Date:
August 6, 2024 - 4:00pm
Barton Health is in the planning process for the Barton Hospital Replacement Project which will be based in Stateline, Nev. This project is meant to elevate care for the Lake Tahoe region through a new, state-of-the-art hospital featuring additional healthcare services and leading technology. To inform and engage the community in the planning process, Barton will host a public Community Education & Input Session at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6 at South Tahoe High School.
Nicole Chesher Marsel ~ November 18, 1983 – June 25, 2024
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 4:58pm
Nicole Chesher Marsel, age 40, of South Lake Tahoe, California, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Nicole was born in Arlington Heights, IL, grew up in Cary, IL, and moved to South Lake Tahoe ten years ago, where she made a profound impact on the community.
National Night Out scheduled for August 6 in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 12:44pm
Event Date:
August 6, 2024 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign held in communities across the country on the first Tuesday of August. The event promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, and more caring places to live.
National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.
Lake Tahoe drowning victim identified as Kentucky resident
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 11:49am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Twenty-one-year-old Owen Joseph McDonough visiting from Villa Hills, Kentucky has been positively identified as the drowning victim rescued from rough waters at Lake Tahoe's Whale Beach on Sunday evening.
McDonough's family has been notified.
South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 9:02am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:
Listing Agent: Pamela J Bettencourt
Listing Brokerage: Coldwell Banker Select - LTB
pkbtahoe@aol.com, 530-318-3349
Property Address: 1841 Bakersfield, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
MLS # 140290
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
Square Footage: 1,056 Sq Ft.
Price: $525,000
Lake Tahoe Historical Society hosts “All-Star Legends" during Tahoe History Talks on the Beach series
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 8:11am
Event Date:
July 30, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An evening of local speakers who have enjoyed the South Shore for the last several decades will be taking part in the next evening of Tahoe History Talks on the Beach on Tuesday, July 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Lakeview Commons.
“All-Star Legends" will share their stories with the help of MC Dave Borges.
Learn the stories of these sages of our community. If you have stories to share, they will be welcomed and encouraged, as are questions. The microphone will be passed to hear from those who come to share.
Extracurricular Fair for Teens being held August 14
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2024 - 7:38am
Event Date:
August 14, 2024 - 6:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Learning Haven is hosting an Extracurricular Fair for Teens on Wednesday, August 14 from 6:45 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe. There will be over 15 businesses/organizations at the fair sharing the programs they offer, taking signups, and providing scholarship applications.
South Tahoe High School & South Tahoe Middle School athletics and clubs will be represented, along with organizations that have local climbing, dancing, skiing, scouts, and more for teens.
20-year-old dies in drowning accident at Lake Tahoe's Whale Beach
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2024 - 8:49pm
MONDAY MORNING UPDATE: Twenty-one-year-old Owen Joseph McDonough visiting from Villa Hills, Kentucky has been positively identified as the drowning victim rescued from rough waters at Lake Tahoe's Whale Beach on Sunday evening.
McDonough's family has been notified.
Things warming up again around Lake Tahoe; Chance of thunderstorms returns
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2024 - 8:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a cooler weekend, temperatures will start a gradual warming trend this week, with them back above average by mid-week. Smoke from the Park Fire will continue to impact portions of northeast California and western Nevada through the week, mostly north of Lake Tahoe.
The potential for thunderstorms returns late this week and into the weekend. Beyond that, things are looking warm for South Lake Tahoe (see map above).
The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Happy Homestead Cemetery District recognized as “District of Distinction”
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2024 - 7:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The Happy Homestead Cemetery District has received the “District of Distinction” accreditation from the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) for its sound fiscal management policies and practices in district operations.
Meet new Tahoe Knight Monster hockey team mascot and help Christmas Cheer at Grocery Outlet
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2024 - 2:35pm
Event Date:
July 29, 2024 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Meet Tessie, the mascot for the new Tahoe Knight Monsters hockey team at the South Lake Tahoe Grocery Outlet on Monday, July 29 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Christmas Cheer will be on site selling $10 bags of much-needed grocery items. The public can either pay $10 for the bag or donate $5 and receive a couple for $5 off of a future visit
100 percent of donated proceeds go directly back into the community.
Grocery Outlet is located at 2358 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
40 gallons of sewage spill from manhole at Fallen Leaf Lake results in 5-10 gallons getting into lake
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2024 - 1:28pm
MONDAY UPDATE: Results from the six water samples collected at Fallen Leaf Lake after Sunday morning's sewage spill show elevated levels of total coliform, including e.coli, at the point of entry and 150 feet north of the sewer spill. The bacteria levels detected are below the requirements for beach closures.
"Camp Like a Pro" initiative and video in Alpine County
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/27/2024 - 7:11pm
ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - Alpine County is partnering with Eastern Sierra Sustainable Recreation Partnership (ESSRP) for a "Camp Like a Pro" initiative and video. This innovative program is designed to promote responsible and sustainable camping practices in the region, ensuring that our beautiful natural landscapes are preserved for future generations.
"Camp Like a Pro" aims to educate campers on best practices for minimizing their environmental impact while enjoying the great outdoors.
