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South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, March 16, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high today of 53 and a low tonight of 23. Today: Sunny, with a high near 53. East wind around 5 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 23. Northeast wind around 5 mph.

South Tahoe High School presents the comedic farce, Neil Simon's RUMORS

Event Date: 
March 24, 2016 - 7:00pm

South Tahoe High's Performing Arts Department is presenting Neil Simon's RUMORS, a fast paced comic farce set in the home of Charlie and Myra Brock in the late 1980’s.

The guests have arrived for the 10th wedding anniversary of the couple but they are met with mayhem. Charlie, the Deputy Mayor of New York, has shot himself and his wife, Myra, is missing. Although Charley’s injury is minor, misunderstandings and rumors abound in this fast paced sophisticated farce.

Location

South Tahoe High School T.A.D.A. Theater
1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
38° 54' 35.8704" N, 120° 0' 55.0836" W

Opinion: Be informed on the US50 revitalizaton project plan

Rarely do I use this space to comment upon political issues within our community. That said, with the “politicization” of the US Hwy 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project I felt the need to share some background and perspectives for consideration.

Caesars and investors could face $5 billion in damages

Caesars Entertainment Corp and its private equity backers could be on the hook for up to $5.1 billion in potential damages over a series of corporate deals that a court-ordered examiner said Tuesday led to a $18 billion bankruptcy protection filing by the casino company's operating unit.

Richard Davis and a team of lawyers have spent a year probing whether Caesars, under the control of Apollo Global Management and TPG Capital, stripped away prime properties such as the LINQ Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas and left the company unable to pay a mountain of debt.

Parking system training held for Heavenly Village business owners

Event Date: 
March 23, 2016 - 9:00am

The South Lake Tahoe Police Department will be giving Heavenly Village business owners training on a brand new parking garage system that will allow them to validate customer's parking as well as purchase parking passes from the ease of their computer.

Attempted beer theft in South Lake Tahoe leads to two arrested on felony charges

Two South Lake Tahoe men were arrested Monday night on charges of robbery and conspiracy after attempting to steal four-12 packs of beer from a local grocery store.

South Lake Tahoe police officers responded to a call from the Safeway on Lake Tahoe Blvd. at 11:02 p.m. on March 14, 2016 after a physical altercation occurred when two store employees and two citizens tried to stop 19-year-old Jose Rodriguez and 18-year-old Jose Romero as they allegedly attempted to leave the store with the beer without paying.

High speed chase in South Lake Tahoe Tuesday morning

An officer from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department attempted to pull over a SUV Tuesday morning near the intersection of Carson Avenue and Lake Tahoe Blvd for a traffic violation. The driver of the vehicle, which was a black 2005 GMC Envoy, failed to pull over and led officers on a high speed chase eastbound on Lake Tahoe Blvd.

A witness said the cars looked to be going 80 mph. When they got to the area of Ski Run, officers lost site of the vehicle and its two occupants when they pulled back due to safety concerns, and the pursuit was terminated.

Pets of the Week: Spike and Trinity

We have two "Pets of the Week" this week, Trinity and Spike. They are a 7-year-old brother and sister pair and we want to keep them together.

They are declawed on their front paws. They have lived with dogs and other cats.

Spike is a little shy whilst Trinity is more of a player and cuddler.

Mountain Resort Television daily segment

Mountain Resort reporter Ashley Lindner interviews Lisa Herron with the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit and John Thiel & Lynn Nolan with the South Tahoe Public Utility District.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesay, March 15, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high today of 50 and a low tonight of 21. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 50. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 21. West wind around 5 mph becoming east after midnight.

Collision on Pioneer Trail causes power outage for over 3,500 customers

Two different incidents on the South Shore Sunday night left 3,510 customers without power for about 45 minutes.

At 9:35 p.m., the California Highway Patrol responded to a collision near the intersection of Pioneer Trail and Golden Bear Trail. A 39-year-old South Lake Tahoe resident lost control of his pick-up truck on snow and ice as he headed around a curved in the southbound lane on Pioneer. He veered into a utility pole causing damage to the truck and breaking the pole, but there were no injuries to the driver or his passenger.

Prescribed burns continuing in Lake Tahoe basin

Prescribed fire operations are set to continue this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin, as long as the weather allows burning. California State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service have projects planned near Burton Creek, Sugar Pine Point and D.L. Bliss state parks. On the East Shore, operations are scheduled to take place on Spooner Summit and near Camp Galilee. On the South Shore, operations may take place near Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Sawmill Road, Panther Lane near South Tahoe High School and off Highway 89 near Spring Creek.

Learn how to be a history sleuth at the museum in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
March 22, 2016 - 2:00pm

Are you a museum nut? A mystery lover? If so, the Lake Tahoe Historical Society is holding something right up your alley!

Archivist Marilyn Long will share how to be a historic sleuth. The museum;s collection has 48 years worth of donations, and in some years there have been over 700 items donated, many without a story. Many times, loved ones are going through a relative's belongings after they pass away, offering donations of photos and other things in their collection that they have no clue of origin, only that it is from Lake Tahoe.

Get free movie pass at Whittell High School Community Blood Drive

Event Date: 
March 22, 2016 - 8:30am

Students at Whittell High School are looking to beat their previous record of 50 donors/units at their next blood drive on Tuesday, March 22, 2016.

Student coordinators, Ellie Krolicki and Anna White, are inviting the public to attend their first blood drive in the school's new gym from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Please help them beat the WHS record of over 50 donors/units.

Whittell High School is located at 240 Warrior Way in Zephyr Cove, Nevada.

CHP officer hit on 1-80 succumbs to his injuries

The California Highway Patrol officer who was hit by a SUV on Interstate 80 Saturday has succumbed to his injuries.

Nathan Daniel Taylor was struck by the vehicle as he was investigating a traffic collision in the area of westbound I-80 at Castle Peak Road in the Gold Run area.

The officer suffered major injuries, including two broken legs and internal injuries, and was transported to Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, NV, where he succumbed to his injuries late Sunday night.

March storms bring Sierra snowpack close to average

The storms that hit the Lake Tahoe Basin over the last four days left behind much needed snow, bringing the season totals close to average.

The Sierra snowpack as of Monday, March 14, 2016 is at 92 percent of normal, with the central Sierra measurement at 94 percent.

Ski resorts around the lake are boasting measured snowfall very close to average as well. A couple of more storms are needed to bring most of the resorts to average though Northstar and Mt. Rose resorts are already there.

Ask Hopeful Henry: Can spaying lead to incontinence?

Dear Henry,

My question for you is: does spaying contribute to and/or cause urinary incontinence. I understand it can. What is your opinion?
Thank You
Bruce

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday, March 14, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Flood Watch in place until 9:00 a.m. Monday
Wind may affect lift operations today. Follow the links at each resort to check before you head up.

Widespread power outage in South Lake Tahoe

10:45 p.m. ..Power has been restored in most areas.
.....

There is a widespread power outage on the South Shore tonight with reports of no electricity from Meyers to the Black Bart area, Highland Woods and Sierra Tract.

Liberty Utilities has crews responding.

They don't have an estimate yet of when power will be restored or how many customers are affected.

Readers at the Y, Tahoe Kets, Bijou and Stateline all report having power.

Slow moving exodus from South Lake Tahoe

All day Sunday the traffic heading west out of South Lake Tahoe has been slow moving due to snow, stuck cars, avalanche controls and chain restrictions.

Even with a educational push by the City for travelers to not use the side roads as they travel home, roads such as Upper Truckee, Sawmill and Mandan were heavily traveled by drivers trying to find a quicker way home.

Chains or 4WD vehicles with snow tires are required on higher elevation roads tonight, with chains or snows over SR-267.

Current road conditions.

New fee schedule and SnowGlobe on City Council agenda Tuesday

The South Lake Tahoe City Council will look at the new Master Fee schedule during the March 14 meeting, something they do annually. The proposed fees and charges for 2015-16 show no change for users of the recreation center or campground, a $2 to $3 increase in daily golf course fees, a $5 to $15 increase in golf course passes.

South Lake Tahoe man pleads "no contest" to killing bear last summer

The 78-year old man responsible for killing a bear found off Pioneer Trail in South Lake Tahoe on July 10, 2015 has pleaded no contest to the misdemeanor charge of unlawfully taking of a bear.

Appearing in El Dorado County court Friday, Gilbert Wetenkamp admitted to killing the bear that he said in July caused damage to his home over several incidents, and that he feared for his life.

Jamie Anderson wins Big Air Snowboarding title in China

South Lake Tahoe's Jamie Anderson won the big air title Sunday at the TTR Pro Snowboarding/WSF World Snowboard Federation’s World Championships of Snowboarding in Yabuli.

Anderson, who is fresh off a win at the Burton US Open in slopestyle, won the world title with a pair of 720s (Cab and frontside) in the two-run format.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Report

El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.

The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.

3/6
11:07 a.m. - Snow Tow - Thunderbird Dr - VEHICLE TOW PUSUANT TO COUNTY ORDINANCE VIOLATION.

3/7
10:45 a.m. - Petty Theft - Saddle Rd - A SNOWBOARD WAS STOLEN AT A LOCAL SKI RESORT.

3:28 p.m. - Death Investigation - South Ave - 90-YEAR-OLD MAN WAS PRONOUNCED DECEASED.

High avalanche warning for backcountry; Expect snow until Monday morning

It is slow going over Echo Summit this morning with reported delays of up to an hour. As you can see on the photos here, once past the Meyers chain controls it is much smoother moving.

As of 11:45 a.m. Sunday:

Highway 50 - Chains or 4WD with snow tires from 3 miles east of Kyburz to Meyers

State Route 89 is closed at Emerald Bay. Chains are required on all vehicles except 4WD with snow tires from Picketts Junction to Christmas Valley. Chains required on all vehicles except 4WD with snow tires from 5 miles north of the Y to Emerald Bay.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, March 13, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Wind and weather will be an issue at ski resorts today.

Winter Storm Warning until 11 a.m. Monday
Flood Watch in place until 6:00 p.m. Sunday

Daylight savings time - Don't forget to change your clocks

Spring forward, fall back.

But why?

The reason the United States and many other countries, mostly in the West, shift to daylight saving time is contentious and confusing, and some of the more popular explanations are not grounded in reality. (It isn’t for farmers, as you may have learned in school.)

The general concept is to move an hour of sunlight from the early morning, when many would sleep through it, to the evening, when you could most likely do more with the light.

Clean up criminal records at an upcoming free clinic

You may be able to clean up your criminal record at an upcoming clinic if you were convicted of misdemeanors or felonies in El Dorado County over one year ago that resulted in jail time, alternative sentencing, or probation.

At the free clinic, you will receive information on whether you are eligible to petition the Court for a dismissal of certain convictions in California. If you were convicted in El Dorado County and successfully completed all the terms of your sentence, you will receive instructions on how to “clean up” your record.

South Shore Business Walk March 15-16 to survey employer needs

Volunteers will be canvassing the community from Meyers to Round Hill this week to assess the employment needs of local businesses including their current employment situation, determine future needs, and ensure Tahoe can attract and retain talented workers for a variety of occupations.

Between 2003 and 2013, Lake Tahoe experienced a steady decline in jobs, with 5,500 jobs lost. Since then, there are several factors affecting the prosperity and sustainability of both the current and future workforce and economy.

Chain controls going up on Lake Tahoe roads

The next way in a series of storms over the Sierra has made its way into Lake Tahoe tonight, with forecasters predicting up to two feet of snow at lake level by Monday morning.

Interstate 80 has had chain controls up for much of the afternoon, and Highway 50 has just put theirs up.

As of 8 p.m. Saturday, controls are now up on Highway 50 from Twin Bridges to Meyers, with chains required on all vehicles except 4WD with snow tires.

CHP officer hit on I-80, suffers multiple injuries

An officer with the California Highway Patrol was hit by a SUV on Interstate 80 at 2:25 p.m. Saturday, sending him to Renown Medical Center with multiple injuries.

According to CHP-Truckee, the officer was finishing up working a different collision scene when he was hit by the westbound vehicle at the Castle Peak off-ramp.

The CHP reports that the officer suffered from multiple injuries, including internal injuries and broken legs. He was transported by ambulance to Reno, the nearest trauma center, as weather prevented a helicopter from responding.

Educational series on caring for the aging presented by El Dorado County

A six-week educational series that will provide support for people who care for, or plan to care for, a family member of friend over the age of 60 will be presented by El Dorado County starting April 18, 2016.

The "Aging & Caregiver" series will be held on Mondays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel, 4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe.

The series topics will include the following:

Mountain Resort Television daily segment

Mountain Resort Television reporter Nicole Marsel talks with the South Tahoe PD about St. Patrick's Day coming up, how to be safe, and what they're looking for to tell if you're driving under the influence, followed by the City in 60 discussing the increase in potholes around town due to a combination of the heavy snowfall / warmer temperatures we've been seeing.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, March 12, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Lake Wind advisory in effect from 4:00 a.m. to noon
Winter Storm Warning from in effect from 4:00 p.m. Saturday to 11 a.m. Monday
Flood Watch in place until 6:00 p.m. Sunday

Soroptimists honor South Tahoe Middle School students

Twelve students from South Tahoe Middle School were honored for their essays during the annual Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra Writing Festival.

The students had a topic based on their grade level: seventh graders wrote about "Privacy vs. National Security," while the eighth graders were challenged with writing about who the 2016 female Presidential candidate should be, and why.

The winners:

Seventh Grade Read 180
1st - Brandon Hernandez
2nd - Karina Ibarra
3rd - Andrea Cortez

Seventh Grade
1st - Christopher Guerrero

Mountain Resort Television daily segment

Mountain Resort Television reporter Nicole Marsel talks with Muscle Powered Board Member Jeff Potter about how they keep up the trails around Carson City and Kyle Horvath gives this weeks Silver State Update.

Community invited to participate in planning new Recreation Complex

Event Date: 
March 31, 2016 - 5:30pm

With recreation a major focus of the community, both of locals and visitors, the City of South Lake Tahoe has identified the need to renovate the current recreation center.

On Thursday, March 31, the second community workshop on ideas for the Recreation Swim Complex will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the complex, located at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.

Tahoe Area Sierra Club International Night

Event Date: 
March 24, 2016 - 7:00pm

Experience Mongolia and the Alps with our 2 speakers.

Land of Blue Sky: Stories from Mongolia. Virginia Chandler will recount her 27 months in Mongolia while serving in the Peach Corps. She volunteered as a Youth Development Specialist in Mongolia, living in a remote town and working at a high needs secondary school. Virginia will share her experiences and photos with us.

Location

Unity at the Lake
1195 Rufus Allen Blvd South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 56' 22.4448" N, 119° 58' 24.0816" W

South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue incidents

The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from February 19 to March 10, 2015.

2/19 - 13 Calls: 8 EMS, 1 EMS canceled en route, 1 person in distress, 1 water or steam leak, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 public service assistance

2/20 - 8 calls: 6 EMS, 1 canceled en route, 1 interfacility transfer

2/21 - 11 calls: 8 EMS, 1 canceled en route, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 carbon monoxide detector malfunction

2/22 - 8 calls: 4 EMS, 2 canceled en route, 1 false alarm, 1 interfacility transfer

South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter

The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 168 calls between March 1 and March 7, 2016.

Calls Resulting in Arrests:

3/1
DUI at Reno Ave and Paradise Ave
Vandalism in the 1700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Trespassing in the 3000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Driving on a Suspended/Revoked license in the 3900 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
DUI in the 2700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Driving on a Suspended/Revoked license at Park Ave and Lake Tahoe Blvd
"Other" misdemeanor at LaSalle Ave and Lake Tahoe Blvd.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday, March 11, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Lake Wind advisory in place until 6:00 p.m. Friday
Winter Storm Watch in effect from 4:00 p.m. Saturday until 11 a.m. Monday
Flood Watch in place until 6:00 p.m. Sunday

New storm headed to Lake Tahoe: One foot of snow possible at lake level

Could this be a "Miracle March?" With almost two feet of new snow added to ski resorts last weekend, and another two feet expected this weekend, signs are pointing to getting well above average on the Sierra snowpack totals. The precipitation is there, but all depends on the temperature.

The National Weather Service in Reno today said, "Higher confidence this afternoon with potent winter storm expected to arrive Saturday with rain, snow and wind this weekend into Monday morning."

Strength and Conditioning room and program to be added at South Tahoe High

The very popular Sports Medicine program at South Tahoe High School just got a new counterpart, a Strength and Conditioning program and center. While Sports Med teaches students how to help athletes after injuries occur, the strength and conditioning program will teach students how to train in a way to prevent injuries.

At Tuesday's Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board meeting, the board voted 4-1 to add the Strength & Conditioning center with accompanying classes at STHS.

St. Patrick's Day DUI checkpoint in South Lake Tahoe

With St. Patrick's Day being one of the biggest holidays centered around partying, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department is having a DUI Checkpoint as well as extra patrols on the roads to help lower deaths and injuries.

The checkpoint will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. on St. Patrick's Day, March 17. The location has not been disclosed.

Mountain Resort Television daily segment

Mountain Resort Television reporter Nicole Marsel talks to the coach of the South Tahoe High School Nordic Ski Team, Congratulates Sierra Nevada College on a great finish at USCSA Nationals, and fills you in on an awesome short film you need check out playing tonight at the Beach Retreat and Lodge in South Lake Tahoe.

Opinion: Be a Voice for Patient Safety

At Barton Health, we strive to provide consistently exceptional care for our patients and their families. But what can someone do before a hospital visit is needed or after being released?

Here are some safety tips to help you and your loved ones stay safe, healthy, and out of harm’s way.

Focus on Balance
More than a third of adults over age 65 fall each year. Injuries from falls can lead to broken bones, bleeding, and even death.
What can you do?

Time change can lead to sleepy drivers

With most of the country turning their clocks back and switching to Daylight Saving Time on March 13, the National Sleep Foundation is leading the observation of National Sleep Awareness Week to highlight the importance of drivers being aware of the potential dangers of the time shift.

“Many people have a hard time adjusting to the time change, and it can affect their driving,” CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow said. “Even the most careful drivers become confused and use poor judgment when they are sleepy.”

Carson City Sheriff's Office seeks public's help finding runaway teen

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office asks for the public’s help locating a runaway juvenile. Jonathan Ortiz, 14, was reported as a runaway Feb. 1, 2016. He is believed to be staying with friends in the Carson City area.

Jonathan is approximately 5 feet four inches and weighs about 110 pounds. If located lease call the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Dispatch at (775) 887-2008.

If you have questions please contact Deputy Jarrod Adams at (775) 283-7854, email at jadams@carson.org or Lt. Brian Humphrey at (775) 283-7850.

Carson City man arrested on slew of charges in El Dorado County

An early morning armed robbery in Camino, Calif., led to the arrest of 22-year-old Aaron Friesen of Carson City on charges of robbery, vehicle theft and on an outstanding felony warrant for domestic violence.

At 5:30 a.m. Thursday, March 10, the Wine County Station just off Highway 50 was robbed at gunpoint with the suspect getting away in a vehicle. An alert witness at the scene gave law enforcement detailed information about both the suspect and the vehicle used in the getaway.

City adds another location for electric car owners to charge up

Visitors to South Lake Tahoe have several options to charge their cars, with the newest location added in the City owned Heavenly Village parking garage.

The City partnered with ChargePoint, the largest electric vehicle charging station company, and added a system on the first floor of the garage near the elevator. Users will need to have an account with ChargePoint.

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