Latest Stories

Caltrans is alerting State Route 89 (SR-89) motorists of scheduled one-way traffic control just north of Palisades Tahoe next week for drainage work.

Maintenance crews will be cleaning highway drainage systems from Olympic Valley Road to Goose Meadows Campground between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday, August 15 through Thursday, August 18. During this work, one-way traffic control will be required with up to 20-minute travel delays expected.

Our City Council continues to push tax hikes on locals, avoiding any new taxes on tourists. At their last meeting, the Council voted 4-0 to push a new 6% sales tax on cannabis, making permanent what was supposed to be a temporary fee. This tax will require voter approval however - so this November, I’m voting No on measure G - no new taxes on locals.

ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - The two days of rain that saturated the Tamarack Fire burn scar last week, causing the town of Markleeville to fill with mud and lose their main artery of SR-89, also caused the hillside to slide into the home of former South Lake Tahoe residents, Larry and Casey Braun.

Several feet of mud came into the Braun home and shop on Horsethief Circle in the Mesa Vista area of Alpine County without warning. The wall of mud, debris, and boulders came down and enveloped their home, their shop, and their fifth-wheel trailer.

Carson Tahoe Health (CTH) has announced the retirement of Alan Garrett, president & chief executive officer (CEO). The pandemic proved to be a pivotal time in healthcare. It paved the way for great community collaboration, and encouraged individuals, as well as organizations, to gain perspective on their priorities. Many industries spanning far beyond healthcare, have been affected by what is being referred to as ‘The Great Resignation.’.

Chabad at Lake Tahoe will host an outdoor, grand opening celebration on Sunday, August 21st at 5:30p.m at their new center at 255 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, NV.

In its 9 years of service to the Lake Tahoe Jewish community, Chabad has a proven track record of commitment, kindness, connection and Jewish awareness to the community.

Location

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA—Lake Tahoe Community College’s (LTCC) new Forestry program will launch this Fall quarter with generous scholarships in place for participating students, thanks to a grant from the Tahoe Fund. The Lake Tahoe Basin Fire Academy at LTCC is also receiving grant funding from the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation for required gear and equipment purchases, allowing even more students to be able to participate in the program.

The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority is inviting local non-profit organizations to apply for $125,000 in funding as a result of one of the most successful American Century Championship tournaments in its 33-year history. The deadline is Friday, Sept. 9, at 5 p.m. (PT) with the application available at: https://ltva.org/american-century-championship-donation-request-application/.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake House Tahoe, the popular dining establishment in South Lake Tahoe that was once home to Passaretti's, was acquired by the Lake Tahoe AleWorX family of restaurants in February of 2022. Once the transfer from Jeff and Misty Sparrow was finalized with Luca Genasci, the new team quickly got to work on constructing the approved plans for an outdoor patio expansion.

That patio is now completed and open.

"This experience has been very humbling," Chief Jim Drennan said Tuesday as he thanked the department, family, friends, community, and City staff for their support in his new position.

It has been a week since heavy rain and mud flowed through the Alpine County town of Markleeville, causing its main artery of SR-89 to close due to a large 20-foot hole under the road. The closure left no access to the Carson Pass thoroughfare, which most drivers used to travel to and from the town.

The South Lake Tahoe Library is wrapping up our Summer Reading Challenge and would like to thank three organizations that have generously supported our program.

Last month we were excited to host two outdoor performers for children and their caregivers to enjoy. These performers, Wild Things and Magician Brian Scott, were sponsored by the South Tahoe Optimist Club. We would like to thank them and those who contribute to their organization for their generous support!

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nevada –The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has announced that the Mobile Outreach Safety Team (MOST) is expanding from two days a week to four days a week.

MOST is a mental health assistance program in Douglas County designed to contact citizens with mental health issues and attempt to get them connected with mental health services in the community. They provide services to all Douglas County residents and visitors who experience mental illness, substance abuse disorders, or suicidal crises.

September 6 @ 10:00 AM: Interpretive Bird and Tree Hike @ Carson Pass. An easy hike focused on spotting and appreciating birds of the Carson Pass area as well as learning a bit about the trees of the Carson Pass area. Allow about 2 hours. This is a three-hour event. Meet at the Carson Pass Information Station on CA Hwy 88. Call 209 258.8606 to reserve a spot.

August 16 @ 10:00 AM: Interpretive History Hike @ Carson Pass. Frank Tortorich, local author, will lead a hike focused on the history of Carson Pass. His books can be found at the Carson Pass Information Station. He will share some stories during a relaxed hour and a half walk. All participants will leave knowing more about Kit Carson, John C. Fremont, and the pioneers of the area. This is a 2-hour relaxed hike. This is a three-hour event. Meet at the Carson Pass Information Station on CA Hwy 88. Call 209 258.8606 to reserve a spot.

The Carson Pass Information Station is wrapping up the summer season with a series of activities for youth and adults including Junior Ranger hikes, wildflower and watercolor painting hikes, historical hikes, and naturalist hikes including birds, geology, and trees. All are free but spaces must be reserved by calling 209.258.8606. There is a parking fee of $5 per day.

MARKLEEVILLE, Calif. - When rain fell over the Tamarack Fire burn scar last week, causing the mud to flow down roads and hills, it did much more than wash out SR-89, the main artery between Markleeville and the rest of Alpine County.

It took with it the hopes to finally have a disaster-free summer where businesses could end their busy season on a positive note.

The Las Vegas Golden Knights will be stopping by the South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena for the first leg of their Summer Rink Tours on August 15 at 10 a.m.
They are encouraging all Golden Knights hockey fans to make those "Welcome Signs" and show up early to greet Chance, the Las Vegas Golden Knights Mascot along with one or two of the NHL Vegas Golden Knights players. The tour bus will be parked in the rink parking lot so come down, and snap some pictures with Chance and the bus. There will be pre-autographed handouts for those in attendance.

Wylder Resort Hope Valley continues its Eastern Sierra history series with a living history presentation - “Those That Survived-Living History" on Saturday, August 13 at 2 p.m.

David and Gayle Woodruff adopt the characters of Donner Party organizer and survivors, James and Margret Reed as they recount the gripping tale, of the courageous and heroic efforts of Reed and others, who saved the lives of 45 of the 81 destitute soles, who were trapped by severe, early season snowstorms in the Sierra Nevada Mountains during the winter of 1846-47.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A South Lake Tahoe man has been arrested on suspicion of arson and vandalism after a fire broke out at his home near the corner of Larch and Figueroa Saturday night.

South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) was dispatched to the home at 8:31 p.m. on August 6. Upon arrival, they found the home fully involved with fire, with flames along the rear of the home and heavy smoke at the front, according to Battalion Chief Tyler Jack.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is hosting another "Tahoe History Talks on the Beach" on Tuesday, August 9. Learn about the "Daring and Dangerous Donner Summit" from historian and author David Woodruff.

Making it the largest tournament in its 38 years, 270 players recently participated in the annual Hersh Herschman Memorial Tahoe Classic at Zephyr Cove Park. The four-day annual event that ended July 24 brought even more people to our area for the fun tennis competition.

The tournament is the biggest fundraiser for the Zephyr Cove Tennis Club Foundation. The money raised from the event, including a silent auction and raffle, will help to continue to provide the only organized recreational tennis, with a growing kids program, on the South Shore.

TRUCKEE – Travel delays are continuing through November on Interstate 80 (I-80) in Truckee for roadway construction activities.

Motorists are advised to expect typical delays of 15 to 20 minutes when traveling through the work zones on weekdays. However, delays of 25 to 30 minutes are common on Thursday afternoons due to increased weekend travel levels.

ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - After flooding closed the main route into Markleeville this week, the county economic official is asking the public to visit and support their businesses as they need support. With the closure of Highway 89 from Turtle Rock Park to Markleeville, businesses in Markleeville can be accessed over Monitor Pass (SR-89) and Ebbetts Pass (CA-4).

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) has made some leadership changes for the 2022-23 school year.

Manuel Sanchez, former principal at South Tahoe Middle School (STMS), has taken a new role as an administrator on a special assignment for the upcoming year. He will be supporting LTUSD with grant writing, English Learners support, and human resources needs.

Taking his spot at STMS is Cindy Martinez, the former principal at Bijou Community School. The District is looking forward to her bringing the same high-quality leadership to the middle school.