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Nonprofit speed matching event in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/11/2022 - 10:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado Community Foundation is holding Nonprofit Speed Matching events this September and October on both the east and west slopes of the county.
Qualified electrical companies invited to provide bids to Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/11/2022 - 10:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH)is requesting proposals for its Bear's Den rehabilitation project. The motel, located at 2250 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, was purchased by TCH along with two other motels with Project Homekey funds at the beginning of 2021.
The Bear’s Den is in need of an electrical panel replacement and wired
smoke/CO detector installation.
Jason Vasques appointed as California Tahoe Conservancy’s new executive director
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/11/2022 - 10:08pm
The California Tahoe Conservancy’s Board has appointed Jason Vasques as the Conservancy’s new executive director. Vasques takes the reins at a pivotal time for the state agency and its mission.
“The Board is thrilled to have Jason lead the Conservancy,” said Conservancy Board Chair and El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel. “His deep knowledge of the agency and its work, along with his science and management experience, made him an exceptional candidate. We are all excited about the Conservancy’s future under his guidance.”
Tahoe History Talks at the Beach Tuesday: Donner Party's James Reed
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/11/2022 - 6:10pm
Event Date:
July 12, 2022 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local author and historian David Woodruff takes on the role of Donner Party leader and survivor James Reed at the next Tahoe History Talks on the Beach on Tuesday, July 12 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Woodruff will recount the gripping tale of the courageous and heroic efforts of Reed and others who saved the lives of 45 desperate souls during the tragic winter crossing of the Sierra Nevada in 1846-47.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office Street Enforcement Team arrest alleged drug traffickers
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/11/2022 - 5:31pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Two men were arrested on July 7 on suspicion of trafficking, sales, and possession of large amounts of methamphetamine.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office Street Enforcement Team (SET), in conjunction with the Tri-Net Task Force and the FBI Safe Streets Task Force, arrested the men in the parking lot of the Wal-Mart Store on Grant Avenue in Gardnerville. The arrests were the culmination of a short investigation into the drug trafficking activities of David Wright, a 56-year-old male from the southern California area.
South Lake Tahoe students gained access to celebrities, conducted interviews during American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/11/2022 - 3:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two South Lake Tahoe students got the experience of a lifetime at Edgewood Tahoe last week during the American Century Championship. Recently graduated Bruce Kuntz and incoming junior Emerson Ramirez, received "all-access passes to a day of the tournament and conducted interviews with the celebrities, experienced the press room, media tent, and walked the course inside the ropes.
South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth All Star team wins state, heads to regionals in Utah
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/11/2022 - 9:33am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth All-Stars 13-year-old team took one big step closer to the World Series after winning the Nevada State title over the weekend.
They are now fundraising to help cover expenses as they head to Pacific Southwest Regionals in Price, Utah July 24-30. The World Series will be held in Virginia from August 10-12.
Tony Romo wins at American Century Championship after three-way tie and two hole sudden-death playoff
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/10/2022 - 7:34pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Record-setting crowds watched the 33rd annual American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe this week, and they saw some great golf. Tony Romo rolled in a clutch five-foot birdie putt on the second playoff hole to outgun Joe Pavelski and Mark Mulder and capture his third American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament title Sunday.
It was the first time in the tournament's history to have a three-way tie at the end of 54 holes, and the fifth playoff.
Heat and smoke on tap in the South Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/10/2022 - 6:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Temperatures will warm above average this week with triple-digit heat likely for many lower elevations and mid-to-high 80s around Lake Tahoe.
The hotter temperatures will bring increased chances for thunderstorms starting Tuesday afternoon into the end of the week, but the highest chances are south of Lake Tahoe. A few afternoon thunderstorms are possible from Tuesday into Saturday with low chances for very localized rain. The primary concerns will be lightning and gusty winds.
Daring and Dangerous Donner Summit next for Wylder Hope Valley Eastern Sierra History Series
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/10/2022 - 5:09pm
Event Date:
July 16, 2022 - 2:00pm
Wylder Hotel Hope Valley continues its Eastern Sierra history series on Saturday, July 16 with the presentation, Daring and Dangerous Donner Summit. Using rare and seldom seen photographs, local historian and author David Woodruff recounts the interesting and often amusing tales that have helped shape one of America’s most favorite and well-used mountain traffic corridors.
Expect smoke from Washburn Fire over Lake Tahoe again Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/10/2022 - 6:26am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Washburn Fire burning in Yosemite is bringing smoke into the Lake Tahoe Basin Sunday morning, leaving some unhealthy air quality readings throughout the region.
The AQI this morning is 151 in some recording spots in South Lake Tahoe but most of the town is in the "unhealthy for sensitive group" range. For up-to-the-minute AQI from wildfires, visit https://fire.airnow.gov/. During the day, the winds at the fire area will move the fire to a more northwesterly direction towards Sacramento before it moved over Lake Tahoe.
Magician Brian Scott at South Lake Tahoe Library for an outdoor performance
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/09/2022 - 9:50pm
Event Date:
July 15, 2022 - 2:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe Library is hosting its Summer Reading Challenge performance with magician Brian Scott on Friday, July 15 at 2 p.m.
The free outdoor show will be held at the library located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd in South Lake Tahoe. Brian Scott is a magician that combines magic, comedy, and pure fun.
Bring the whole family for this outdoor performance! Sponsored by South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club.
Caltrans traffic alert: Lane and ramp closures ahead for improvement projects in Truckee
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/09/2022 - 9:33pm
TRUCKEE – Caltrans is reminding Interstate 80 (I-80) motorists to expect travel delays through November between the I-80/State Routes 89/267 interchange and the Donner Pass Road Overcrossing (Exit 184) in Truckee for roadway construction activities.
Between 8 p.m. Sunday, July 10 and 10 a.m. Friday, July 15, the I-80 eastbound #2 (right) lane will be closed around the clock between Donner Pass Road/Cold Stream Road and the SR-89 south separation. Construction crews will be grinding and repaving the eastbound chain installation/removal area on the shoulder.
Charles Barkley makes push for Operation Save Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/09/2022 - 9:14pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Charles Barkley remembers the American Century Championship in July 2007 very well. He and the other celebrities had arrived at Lake Tahoe to golf in the annual tournament at Edgewood Tahoe, but that year it was different.
Three-time American Century Champion Mark Mulder on top of leader board heading into final round
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/09/2022 - 8:08pm
STATELINE, Nev. – Three-time champion Mark Mulder used a 30-foot eagle putt on the 16th hole to surge into the lead and then finished with a three-point edge over 2020 champion Mardy Fish in the second round of the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament at Lake Tahoe.
Column: Overcome Joint Pain for Improved Quality of Life - Free Wellness Webinar
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/09/2022 - 5:22pm
Event Date:
July 14, 2022 - 5:00pm
In an active lifestyle, joint health is a top priority. Your joints—hips, knees, ankles, shoulders, elbows, wrists—allow you to perform sports and daily activities and are needed to move and thrive. Over time, an active lifestyle may lead to wear and tear—the eventual breakdown of protective cartilage—causing friction in the joints. This friction ultimately results in joint pain and injury.
Seven defendants Indicted for drug trafficking in the South Lake Tahoe and Sacramento areas
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/08/2022 - 11:21pm
A federal grand jury returned two indictments on Thursday charging a total of seven defendants with various drug-trafficking crimes, including conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and heroin, as well as multiple counts of distribution of methamphetamine and heroin, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
Call for artists for South Lake Tahoe mural project
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/08/2022 - 11:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Art League is looking for local artists or artist teams to design and create murals on multiple walls in the South Lake Tahoe area.
The murals will be primarily located in the newly established Arts District and will help to distinguish and revitalize this area. The theme is "Community Strength, Resilience and Heroes"o help celebrate the community emerging from a rather challenging last few years.
South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center just 3 feet away from huge payday at American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/08/2022 - 8:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Every year during the American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe, Korbel Korbel California Champagne® hosts its annual Celebrity Hole-in-One Contest where $250,000 is on the line.
On Friday after the first round of play, 12 celebrity golfers and one Korbel distributor representative tried to get it into the cup on one swing on the 17th hole. A local charity is selected to be the recipient of the funds should one of the celebrities get the hole-in-one. This year it was the South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center.
Smoke from Washburn Fire in Yosemite made way to Lake Tahoe/Carson Valley areas
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/08/2022 - 7:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 466-acre Washburn Fire near Yosemite has been pushing smoke to the north all day, with the Carson Valley now seeing heavy amounts of the smoke. There is also some smoke flowing into the Lake Tahoe Basin.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno said the smoke heading to Lake Tahoe and the Carson Valley can now be seen on satellite
They said to expect smoke to settle in overnight, leaving a smokey smell on Saturday morning. The winds expected in the afternoon should blow it out of the Lake Tahoe Basin.
T.J. Oshie grabs first round lead over Mulder, Romo, Sorenstam at American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/08/2022 - 6:35pm
LAKE Tahoe, Nev. - The fans filled Edgewood Tahoe Friday for the first round of the 33rd annual American Century Championship. NHL star T.J. Oshie posted 21 points Friday and held off late challengers Annika Sorenstam and Mark Mulder to grab the first-round lead.
Oshie, a right-winger for the Washington Capitals, is one of 15 active athletes in the field, shot a 2-over-par 74, and eagled the par-5 18th.
Leaderboard
(Player, Points, Score)
1 - T.J. Oshie - 21 - 74
T2 - Mark Mulder - 20 - 74
T2 - Annika Sorenstam - 20 - 73
T4 - Tony Romo - 18 - 73
Thousands watch biggest South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade ever - winners announced
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/08/2022 - 5:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Over 70 groups and close to 500 people participated in the City of South Lake Tahoe’s annual 4th of July Parade Monday. They were met with waves and cheers along the parade route as thousands of people lined the streets, many in their red, white, and blue clothing, flags, hats, and other patriotic displays.
The scores have been tallied for the inaugural Best of the Parade Awards, and the winners are:
Best Float: South Tahoe Public Utility District
~Runner Up: Upper Montgomery States Neighborhood
Dixon, Sorenstam and Spiranac defeat Allen and Rice in Celebrity Golf skills competition
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2022 - 9:36pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Celebrities filled Edgewood Tahoe Thursday as the final pre-American Century Championship tournament action finished up. The three-day championship gets underway Friday.
Part of the action Thursday involved a battle-of-the-sexes - Golf personality Paige Spiranac, LPGA legend Annika Sorenstam, and former Miss America Kira K. Dixon against NFL Hall of Famers Jerry Rice and Marcus Allen in a short-game skills contest.
Spiranac nearly holed out a 30-yard bunker shot and the women’s team easily defeated the men.
Small fire at Tahoe Paradise Park quickly extinguished
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2022 - 8:46pm
MEYERS, Calif. - Fire personnel responded to a call of a fire at Tahoe Paradise Park Thursday evening at 5:51 p.m. The fire was in a downed timber area between the disc golf course and the old basketball court at the park.
Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) responded first, followed immediately by CalFIRE. The first was put out quickly and ended up being 20' x 20', according to LVFPD Battalion Chief Perry Quinn.
Since the fire was determined to be on State land, so CalFIRE is the lead agency. They were on scene until about 8 p.m. and finished mopping up the scene.
South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2022 - 5:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:
Listing Agent: Kelly Flaherty
Listing Office: Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty
MLS #: 136012
Address: 2605 Elwood Ave
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
Garages: 1 attached
Square Footage: 864
List Price: $526,000
Contact: 530-416-0671 (cell) | kelly@tahoeluxuryhomes.com
Vail’s Heavenly Mountain Resort hosts Bread & Broth dinner
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2022 - 5:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Thanks to Vail’s Epic Promise Grant, the two local Vail Resorts will once again be hosting monthly Bread & Broth Monday Meal “Adopt A Day of Nourishment” sponsorships. On June 20, Michael Blake, Steve Kremer, Hannah Raudebaugh, Armando Shalhoub, and Ty Vanatta, all members of Heavenly’s Retail Resort department, joined the B&B volunteers to help with the Monday Meal’s setup, serving, and cleanup.
Ike and Martin featured at METAvivor fundraiser concert at Kahle Community Center Park
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2022 - 5:28pm
Event Date:
August 1, 2022 - 5:00pm
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the community favorite METAVivor fundraiser concert returns to the South Shore. It will be held on Monday, August 1 at Kahle Community Center Park, Stateline, Nev. from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Arrest made after woman admits to setting Truckee fire
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2022 - 12:01pm
UPDATE 5:45PM - As a result of a coordinated investigation involving Truckee Police and Cal Fire personnel, the cause of this afternoon's wildland fire was determined to have been human-caused. A female suspect was taken into custody after evidence was obtained indicating she was responsible for setting several spot fires which resulted in the bigger fire Thursday that led to evacuations.
She later admitted to investigators of having set the fires intentionally.
Arson hotline open for leads in illegal 4th of July fireworks fire at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2022 - 7:13am
The Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District and the Nevada State Department of Public Safety are asking for the public's help in identifying those responsible for a fire at the Cave Rock boat ramp on the 4th of July.
Outdoor kids art classes in July at Tahoe Art League in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/06/2022 - 9:08pm
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Thu Jul 28 2022 .
July 7, 2022 (All day)
July 14, 2022 (All day)
July 21, 2022 (All day)
July 28, 2022 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are four art classes for kids this month in South Lake Tahoe offered by the Tahoe Art League. Each class will be held outdoors behind the gallery, 3062 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
The classes are best suited for ages 5 to 13, and the Art League is also looking for adult & teen volunteers who are interested in helping at the classes.
July 7 - Acrylic on Canvas with Cheryl Lawson
July 14 - Watercolor on Paper with Gisele Boriolo
July 21 - Acrylic on Canvas with Charolette Castillo
July 28 - Silk Painting with Michelle Gomez
Alpine Medical Practice of South Lake Tahoe joins Barton Health
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/06/2022 - 7:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Alpine Medical Practice has become part of the Barton Health family. Barton Health announced Wednesday they welcome Dr. Patrick Martin, Dr. Allison Monroe, and Abigail Haskell, PA-C, to its network of care providers. This addition ensures new and existing patients are connected to a stronger continuum of care with more access to health services right here in the Lake Tahoe basin.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office seeks evidence linked to catalytic converter thefts
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/06/2022 - 7:13pm
On June 23, the Mammoth Lakes Police Department attempted to stop a silver Acura MDX which was suspected of committing catalytic converters thefts. The vehicle fled and a pursuit ensued. At the end of the pursuit, Jean Anthony Henderson-Hamilton, a 37-year-old male from Sparks, Nevada, and Deanna Kaye Douglas, a 49-year-old female from Fallon, Nevada were arrested. Henderson-Hamilton and Douglas had a number of stolen catalytic converters in their vehicle.
Celebrities hit the greens at Lake Tahoe; Nick Jonas makes debut in 33-year-old tournament
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/06/2022 - 6:41pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The 33rd annual American Century Championship is underway at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. There was a Pro-Am on Wednesday and Thursday will feature a Celebrity-Am tournament. Also on tap are a short-game skills challenge between Annika Sorenstam, Paige Spiranac, and Kira K. Dixon taking on Hall-of-Famers Marcus Allen and Jerry Rice. There will also be the Korbel Long Drive Competition and a Tony Romo autograph signing session.
Massive numbers of July 4th partiers at Zephyr Shoals, leaving trash and waste behind
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/06/2022 - 4:06pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - A massive number of young adults filled the beach at the site of the old Dreyfus Estate just north of the Zephyr Cove Resort on July 4, leaving behind massive amounts of trash and the beginning of plans on what to do before the situation gets out of hand. Without any restrooms at the site, one can imagine what else was left at what has become an uncontrolled party spot for hundreds of people, most in the 21-25-year-old range.
Saturday Summer Camp
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/06/2022 - 4:00pm
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Repeats every week until Sat Oct 22 2022 except Sat Jul 16 2022, Sat Sep 03 2022.
July 9, 2022 - 9:00am
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July 23, 2022 - 9:00am
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July 30, 2022 - 9:00am
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August 6, 2022 - 9:00am
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August 20, 2022 - 9:00am
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August 27, 2022 - 9:00am
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September 24, 2022 - 9:00am
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October 22, 2022 - 9:00am Thank you for your interest in the Tahoe Trail Blazers for our Summer Saturday series! Saturdays in Tahoe are made for adventure! Rain or shine we will meet at a trail head each Saturday and have an awesome day filled with wonder and adventure in our own backyard. All trails are in the Tahoe basin or the Meadow on Mt Rose highway.
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https://signup.com/go/LoxWVYf
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Sat 09 Jul 2022 09:00A - 04:30P
Sat 23 Jul 2022 09:00A - 04:30P
Sat 30 Jul 2022 09:00A - 04:30P
Sat 06 Aug 2022 09:00A - 04:30P
Sat 13 Aug 2022 09:00A - 04:30P
Location
Meadows
Mount Rose Highway
Incline Village, NV 89512
United States
See map: Google Maps
Electra Fire is 4,478 acres and firefighters have it 70% contained
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/06/2022 - 7:30am
7/8 UPDATE: Fire activity remained minimal today with the majority of the heat and smoke residing from yesterday’s burning operation. Firefighters are working to create and reinforce containment lines. Established control lines continue to hold and mop up and patrol will continue while suppression repair strategy is implemented.
The fire has burned 4,478 acres and is 70 percent contained. Many of the evacuated residents have been allowed back into their homes and some road closures remain.
Have lunch with Dr. Kermit, candidate for California Congressional District 3
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/05/2022 - 11:21pm
Event Date:
July 7, 2022 - 12:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join Cowork Tahoe and the Democratic Club of South Lake Tahoe on Thursday, July 7 as they host a lunch with Dr. Kermit Jones, the Democratic congressional candidate. The event is from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Cowork Tahoe, 3079 Harrison Avenue.
Food and drink will be provided by the Democratic Club of South Lake Tahoe.
Law enforcement kept busy over the 4th of July holiday in South Lake Tahoe and Douglas County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/05/2022 - 11:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) and Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) were kept busy over the 4th of July holiday.
In South Lake Tahoe, SLTPD reported the following from 12:01 a.m. on July 4 to 6 a.m. on July 5:
Calls into dispatch (911 and non-emergency) – 361
Calls for service - 162
Arrests – 2
Boat incidents – 10
Firework calls – 6
Between July 2-4, SLTPD made four arrests, DUI (2) Gun and drug charges (1), Disorderly Conduct - Alcohol (1)
Carson Pass hikes covering history and nature
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/05/2022 - 10:22pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Wed Jul 13 2022 .
July 12, 2022 (All day)
July 13, 2022 (All day)
Here are three upcoming hikes offered by the Eldorado National Forest Interpretive Association (ENFIA) at Carson Pass. All events are free but spaces are limited.
Wylder Hotel Hope Valley hosts next Eastern Sierra history series - "Into the Jaws of Hell"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/05/2022 - 9:28pm
HOPE VALLEY, Calif. - On Saturday, July 9 at 2 p.m., Wylder Hotel Hope Valley will continue its Eastern Sierra history series with a 50-minute presentation, “Into the Jaws of Hell.”
Local historian and author David Woodruff recounts the dramatic and heroic tale, of how forlorn, starving and moribund argonauts found demise in the desert instead of the riches of the goldfields they had sought and christened the chilling name upon their near-fatal location, Death Valley.
Volunteers and organizations team up to remove 3,450 pounds of litter from Lake Tahoe beaches
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/05/2022 - 9:22pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – More than three hundred volunteers, an eight-person dive team, and one beach-cleaning robot spread out across five Lake Tahoe beaches on July 5 in a collaborative effort to remove leftovers from July 4th celebrations. In total, the litter-fighting teams removed 3,450 pounds of trash from the environment – litter that would have found its way into the Lake’s blue waters if it wasn’t collected by event participants.
Celebrity Golf pairings for shotgun start for Wednesday Pro-Am
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/05/2022 - 4:58pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The 2022 American Century Championship gets underway on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe this week, starting with a Pro-Am tournament on Wednesday, July 6.
The action gets underway with shotgun starts at 7:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. The full list of celebrities playing Wednesday is above or can be found here: https://americancenturychampionship.com/player-pairings.
Quick fire response to fire caused by illegal fireworks at Cave Rock
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/05/2022 - 1:02pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A very quick response by multiple firefighters kept a 4th of July fire under an acre at the Cave Rock boat ramp.
Just after the big South Shore fireworks show, Lights on the Lake, got underway, a group at Cave Rock started its own show with consumer fireworks, firing off shells into the sky. A fire started and everyone involved with the illegal fireworks show fled the area.
South Lake Tahoe domestic violence suspect arrested on several charges
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/05/2022 - 11:28am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A South Lake Tahoe man was arrested on July 4 after officers with the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) were notified of a domestic violence incident.
According to police, Dylan Puleri, 29, was identified as the suspect and was reportedly armed with a non-serialized “ghost” AR-15 rifle. Puleri had left the scene of the domestic violence incident and his whereabouts were unknown.
Fire near Cave Rock shuts down all lanes of US50 Monday night
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/04/2022 - 8:54pm
UPDATE 10:47PM: According to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office: Small wild land fire near Cave Rock boat landing is under control but currently Highway 50 is closed in both directions while Tahoe Douglas Fire finishes with the cleanup.
BREAKING NEWS: A fire has been reported near Cave Rock tonight and all lanes of US-50 are now closed in the area.
Please stay away so fire resources can get to the scene.
There is no other information available at this time.\
Column: Adventure Checklist
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/04/2022 - 7:20pm
Longer days and warmer weather invite adventure. But even the most experienced explorer should prepare for unknowns when hitting the trail.
This checklist can help:
Buddy up. Adventuring with a partner is not only more fun, but it can be crucial in an emergency. Also, share your plan with another trusted person before venturing out, including where you are going and when you plan to return. Stick to your plan.
Know your limits. Choose activities that suit your physical condition. The pace should be comfortable for the slowest member of your group.
Electra Fire in Amador County now at 3800 acres, 5% contained
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/04/2022 - 6:58pm
UPDATE 8:00PM TUESDAY: The Electra Fire slowed today and is now 3,800 acres in size. Firefighters have been able to gain a 5 percent control line on the fire that is burning in dry grass near Electra Rd and Hwy 49 near the Amador and Calaveras county lines, outheast of Jackson in Amador County.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. Lake Tahoe should expect some haze again on Tuesday from the fire.
Join Lake Tahoe Historical Society for History Talks on the Beach
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/03/2022 - 10:07pm
Event Date:
July 5, 2022 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the Lake Tahoe Historial Society on Tuesday, July 5 for another one of its weekly Tahoe History Talks on the Beach. Join Master Gardener and Raconteur David Long at the event at Lakeview Commons from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
What we eat can have a good story to tell. Many of the vegetables and fruits we eat, and pretty much take for granted, have interesting histories and backstories that are not well known.
Independence Day cooler than normal at Lake Tahoe, warming up during the week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/03/2022 - 9:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Below-average temperatures with some passing clouds and afternoon breezes will prevail through the July 4th holiday. A dry pattern will persist for the upcoming week with typical late-day breezes. Temperatures will gradually warm to near average later in the week
through next weekend, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Reno.
A trough of low pressure along the west coast will keep cooler conditions (more typical for mid-late September) through the rest of the holiday weekend. For those heading out for festivities Monday evening, the breezes
Two former Navy shipmates reunite in South Lake Tahoe after 56 years
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/03/2022 - 7:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The year was 1962, and Orly Larson and David Kramer enlisted in the Navy from their perspective hometowns. Two years later the men met when they were assigned to the USS Belknap DLG26, a brand new guided-missile destroyer.
The two shipmates were both Radarmen Second Class, specializing in the Naval Tactical Data Systems. They were both members of the original commissioning crew, also known as “plank owners."
Orly and David served together for two years on the ship, until the end of their enlistments, from 1964-66.
