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June 15 reopenng in California, what does that mean?
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/30/2021 - 1:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - By June 15 it will be 15 months since the pandemic hit and altered how we do business and go about our daily lives. June 15 will lead us on a path to normalcy as the State of California fully reopens the economy and moves beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy, the guidebook used in the state through COVID-19.
But what does that mean?
South Lake Tahoe man arrested after alleged hit and run collision
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/29/2021 - 10:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On the afternoon of May 29 the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to a report of a hit-and-run collision on US-50 near Motel 6. The suspect fled the scene.
The victim in the collision was transported to Barton.
Witnesses said the suspect was seen driving erratically while fleeing into the State streets near Tahoe Keys Blvd.
SLTPD Officer Roesch located the suspect vehicle at the dead end of Wyoming Avenue with extensive front-end damage, unoccupied.
South Lake Tahoe City Council's last remote meeting on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/29/2021 - 8:04pm
Event Date:
June 1, 2021 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If all goes according to plan, the second South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting of the month n June on the 15th will be held in person in the council chambers. It will be the first meeting held at City Hall since the pandemic started over a year ago, and it will be an evening meeting.
They will follow the Planning Commission who has a June 10 public in-person meeting scheduled.
On June 1, City Council will meet remotely at 9:00 a.m. Their agenda includes:
Understanding Cold Water Shock key to a safe and enjoyable summer on Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/29/2021 - 6:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Every summer we hear it more than once - a boater, a paddler, a swimmer has died in Lake Tahoe. Wouldn't it be nice if we never had to hear it again?
Through education, that is a possibility.
"Swim Smart, Swim Safe: know the dangers of cold water" is the message that came from the agencies responsible for boating and water safety on Lake Tahoe in 2016 and it is never a message that should go away.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue reminds public of charcoal fire restrictions at some dwellings
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/29/2021 - 8:32am
As we enter the season of outdoor recreation and barbeques, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue reminds the public of a California state fire code that restricts the use of charcoal barbeques in multi-family units.
Single homes and duplexes can have a charcoal barbeque but apartments and condominiums may not have open flame cooking devices on decks or balconies unless they are protected by an automatic sprinkler system.
Enjoying Vikingsholm by foot, boat and car
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 10:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even before there were roads, Emerald Bay was the location of one of the first lakefront homes at Lake Tahoe - but it wasn't the treasured castle, Vikingsholm.
June lottery for up to 12 new Lake Tahoe pier allocations
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 6:51pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Shoreline Plan that was adopted by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) in 2018 laid out the future of pier and buoy allocations around Lake Tahoe. A maximum of 128 private piers and 1,486 private moorings will be allowed along the shore of Lake Tahoe, with allotments awarded through periodic lotteries until the cap is met.
Every two years, TRPA can permit up to 12 new piers in the Tahoe Basin, with a preference for multiple-parcel, shared-use piers. Through the lottery,
Douglas County Sheriff's Office says homes, offices and a juvenile struck by BBs
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 5:55pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - There have been several reports of damage to homes and businesses caused by a BB gun in Douglas County. Between Tuesday, May 25, and Friday, May 28, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) says suspects in a dark-colored SUV with Texas license plates were shooting from the vehicle. A juvenile was also struck by a BB while walking home from school.
According to DCSO, they believe at least two suspects have been in the SUV.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 4:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 14 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 1 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 6 in El Dorado Hills, -1 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 4 in North County, 1 in Greater Placerville, 0 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 1 in South County, 4 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: -2. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 87.
El Dorado and Amador County wines shine at inaugural Foothill Wine Festival competition
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 4:01pm
The first-ever Foothill Wine Festival Competition was held in Folsom on May 15. It was open to all wines bearing labels from Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Mariposa, Nevada, Placer, and Tuolumne counties.
The inaugural competition crowned Skinner Grenache Blanc from El Dorado County as the best white with 100 points; Amador Cellars Estate Tempranillo was voted the best red; Gwinlan Estate from Fairplay was crowned the best sparkling wine with their 2018 Estate Brut, earning 98 points; and best dessert wine honors went to the diVittorio Merlot Port from El Dorado County.
Planned new entrance for Round Hill Pines up for public review
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 1:30pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Summer traffic on US50 from Stateline to Glenbrook increases during the summer with over 20,000 motorists on an average day using the highway. Included in that traffic are beachgoers, many turning off the highway into the Round Hill Pines Resort with a posted speed of 45 mph. The left turn for eastbound drivers is a dangerous one since there is no dedicated turn lane and at the top of a vertical low-visibility curve.
Did you feel it? 4.3 earthquake recorded in middle of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 7:33am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Were you drinking your morning coffee or having breakfast in the Lake Tahoe area at 8:25 a.m. Friday when you feel the earth move?
The University of Nevada seismological lab recorded a 4.3 magnitude earthquake in the same area as the recent cluster of quakes, north of South Lake Tahoe and east of Glenbrook, right in the middle of Lake Tahoe. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has recorded the quake at 4.1 magnitude. It was located just 1.2 miles below the surface, according to USGS initial reports.
There was also a 2.8m quake at 4L59 a.m. Friday.
County creates special redistricting website; Public meeting set on new political boundaries
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/27/2021 - 6:40pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The results of the 2020 Census are six months behind due to COVID-19, so when El Dorado County finally gets them they'll need to move quickly in preparation for the 2022 election.
North Tahoe Fire and Meeks Bay Fire Protection Districts prohibit all open burning and recreational fires
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/27/2021 - 6:06pm
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - North Tahoe Fire Protection District (NTFPD), Meeks Bay Fire Protection District (MBFPD), and Alpine Springs CWD jurisdictions have activated local fire restrictions by suspending all solid fuel recreational fires and open burning. The suspension takes effect Monday, May 31, and will remain in place through the remainder of fire season.
This announcement follows actions that triggered their decision - both CalFire AEU Unit and CalFire NEU Unit suspending all burn permits for the season in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Nevada casinos "win" $1.03B in April, South Shore $21.7M
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/27/2021 - 5:34pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Casinos in the state of Nevada shut down in March 2020 as the coronavirus started to put its grip on public activity. This monthly report of Nevada's non-restricted gaming licensees for the month of April 2021 does not compare to the previous year's activity as normal due to the closure.
The Gaming Control Board (GCB) reported a total “gaming win” of $1,039,444,911 for the month of April 2021. In its monthly report, GCB figures show the casinos on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe had a "win" of $21,760,733. Both of these figures are down from last month.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/27/2021 - 4:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 2 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 2 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, -1 in North County, 2 in Greater Placerville, 1 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 0 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: -2. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 89.
$116.5 million vaccine incentive program unveiled in California
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/27/2021 - 1:52pm
In an effort to increase vaccination rates in all 58 counties of California, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced a new program, Vax for the Win. This vaccine incentive program is designed to motivate Californians to get their vaccination leading up to the state’s reopening on June 15. The incentives aim to give an extra nudge to those who still need to get vaccinated against COVID-19, especially those in hard-to-reach communities, while also thanking everyone who has already been vaccinated.
Keep Tahoe Bears Wild - Do not interfere with Lake Tahoe's bear cubs and yearlings
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/27/2021 - 1:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most people enjoy watching bears around Lake Tahoe, especially in spring when the little bears emerge from their winter resting places with their mothers. All cubs are born in January or February and known as the "cub of the year" if from the current year while the cubs born last season are "yearlings."
Memorial Day is known as the official opening day of summer and with the COVID-19 restrictions being loosened and the forecast being a nice one, many campgrounds are opening and visitor numbers are increasing in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
South Lake Tahoe Memorial Day ceremony to be held virtually
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/27/2021 - 7:57am
Event Date:
May 31, 2021 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The American Legion and Happy Homestead Cemetery are creating a virtual Memorial Day ceremony for the public to view. With gathering in large groups still not recommended, all of the features of an in-person ceremony are being recorded for viewing on May 31, 2021.
Changes ahead at some heavily used Lake Tahoe Forest Service areas
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/26/2021 - 9:52pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The majority of National Forest recreation sites around the Tahoe Basin are now open and the 2021 season promises to be a busy one for Tahoe Recreation, the new concessionaire for many of the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit’s (LTBMU) popular campgrounds and day-use sites.
August completion planned on latest two segments of South Tahoe Greenway
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/26/2021 - 9:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Work has begun to finish two phases of the 3.86-mile long South Tahoe Greenway Shared-Use Trail (Greenway) that will connect Sierra Boulevard to the Van Sickle Bi-State Park near Stateline in South Lake Tahoe.
COVID put a delay on the project because the delivery of materials for the precast concrete boardwalk system was delayed. The Houston, Texas concrete plant contracted for the project had been directly impacted by the pandemic.
Tahoe Bike Challenge starts June 1; Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition clean-up activities planned
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/26/2021 - 5:08pm
The 16th annual Tahoe Bike Challenge begins June 1 for a full month of biking excitement throughout Lake Tahoe. Hosted by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition, the Tahoe Bike Challenge is a basin-wide celebration of biking and friendly competition to see who can record the most rides. Riders will compete for bragging rights and prizes from local businesses.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/26/2021 - 4:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 2 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, -1 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 0 in North County, 1 in Greater Placerville, 3 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 2 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: -3. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 91.
Tallac Historic Site on shores of Lake Tahoe opens for season Saturday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/26/2021 - 1:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The popular Tallac Historic Site will officially open for the summer season on Memorial Day Weekend, starting Saturday, May 29 and going through Sunday, September 26.
Nestled in a 250-year old Jeffrey Pine grove on 150 acres of National Forest System lands, the Tallac Historic Site features the Baldwin-Pope Estates, and Heller Estate, including a collection of 19 structures that are listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. The once rustic luxury resort getaway for wealthy San Francisco Bay Area families is made up of main houses, cabins, caretaker and
VHR permits in El Dorado County meet 900 cap; staff working on clustering update to ordinance
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/26/2021 - 11:07am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Nev. - Homeowners in the Lake Tahoe Basin portion of El Dorado County rushed to get their vacation home rental (VHR) permits before the cap of 900 was met and any new clustering rules were added to the ordinance. The 900 number only pertains to the Lake Tahoe Basin and not the West Slope.
Road Beat: Hybrids compared- 2021 Hyundai Sonata and 2021 Honda Accord
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/26/2021 - 10:19am
A consumer heavyweight squares off against a fresh-faced rival, each in their top-shelf Honda Accord Touring and Sonata Limited trim levels.
CHP - South Lake Tahoe issues 24 warnngs at right-turn ban locations
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/25/2021 - 6:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There have been two Sundays since the right-turn bans have been placed on North Upper Truckee and Sawmill roads. And during those two Sundays, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued verbal and written warnings for making a right turn to head west on US50 during 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on May 16 and May 23. The right-turn ban will also be in effect on holidays including Memorial Day May 31.
Hard Rock Lake Tahoe to hold fireworks show for guests on July 3
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/25/2021 - 6:03pm
Event Date:
July 3, 2021 - 7:00pm
STATELINE, Nev. - The big firework shows around Lake Tahoe have been canceled due to safety concerns of the gathering of a large group of people. To fill the void, the
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe will be holding an evening of live music and fireworks for paying guests on July 3, 2021.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/25/2021 - 5:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 12 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 8 in El Dorado Hills, 1 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 2 in North County, -3 in Greater Placerville, 2 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 2 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 0. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 94.
Annual Solstice Festival returns to Tahoe City
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/25/2021 - 1:19pm
Event Date:
June 12, 2021 (All day)
Long-standing local events are finally scheduled to return to Tahoe City, California this summer, signaling a return to “normal” for visitors and locals alike. The Tahoe City Downtown Association announced today that the 15th annual Tahoe City Solstice Festival, an event that celebrates the start of the summer season at Lake Tahoe, will return this year. Featuring a myriad of small group activities, events, and promotions held at businesses throughout the town, the festival will take place June 12-20, 2021.
Tahoe Beaches website provides guide to over 40 public beaches
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/25/2021 - 9:43am
Ahead of Memorial Day weekend and the start of the summer season, the Tahoe Fund and eight agencies that manage Lake Tahoe’s public beaches have updated tahoepublicbeaches.org. Designed as a resource to guide visitors and locals to over 40 beaches that surround the iconic shores of Lake Tahoe, the site offers details about frequented hotspots to little-known hidden gems. Users will find information about how to get to each beach, where to park, hours of operation, and what amenities and services are offered if any.
Lime Scooters return to South Lake Tahoe for the summer
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/25/2021 - 9:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Love them or hate them, Lime Scooters have returned for the 2021 summer. Lime will be operating 500 of the lime-colored battery-operated scooters in South Lake Tahoe once they all arrive.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/24/2021 - 4:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 19 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since Friday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 2 in El Dorado Hills, 2 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 1 in North County, 5 in Greater Placerville, 7 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 2 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 0. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 94.
Lake Tahoe Community College to hold traditional in-person graduation
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/24/2021 - 2:33pm
Event Date:
June 25, 2021 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With COVID-19 cases falling and more community members receiving the vaccine, Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is able to host a more traditional, in-person graduation ceremony this year on its soccer field.
Commencement will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 25, with limited guests and college staff, and faculty on hand to celebrate the Class of 2021’s remarkable achievements. Students who graduated last year with the Class of 2020 are also welcomed back to this year’s ceremony to enjoy a more traditional event with their loved ones.
Former Truckee resident, who was a UC Davis and Olympic veterinarian, sentenced for tax evasion
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/24/2021 - 1:20pm
Former Truckee resident Jack Ray Snyder, 63, now of Wellington, Florida, was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge William B. Shubb to six months in prison, six months home detention and a $30,000 fine for tax evasion, Acting U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
Snyder was also ordered to pay $134,497 in restitution. He faced a possible five years in prison and $100,000 per each of the eight counts in the original indictment.
Summer operation schedules announced for Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/24/2021 - 12:30pm
Summer operations are about to get underway at the Lake Tahoe area Vail Resort properties - Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California Resort, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.
Two sent to hospital after Spooner Summit crash
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/24/2021 - 10:29am
On Sunday, May 23, at approximately 5:25 p.m., two cars collided at the intersection of US-50 and SR-28, sending both drivers to the hospital via ambulance.
According to the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP), the driver of a red 2003 Subaru Forester was traveling southbound on SR-28 and failed to obey the posted stop sign at the intersection with US-50. At that same time, a black 2004 Nissan Xterra traveling westbound on US-50 struck the left side of the Forester.
One of the drivers had minor injuries and the other had non-life-threatening injuries, according to NHP Tropper Hannah DeGoey
Men arrested during human trafficking operation in Stateline
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/24/2021 - 9:56am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Three adult men were arrested in Stateline Friday after an undercover human trafficking operation was conducted by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO), Reno Police Department Human Exploitation and Trafficking (HEAT), and the Nevada Department of Investigation.
On Friday, May 21, 2021, DCSO arrested the three men who allegedly contacted undercover detectives believing they were underage minors for the purpose of having sex with the minors. The operation occurred in the casino core of Stateline, Nevada.
50th graduation class from Western Nevada College includes local residents
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/24/2021 - 8:36am
Western Nevada College will celebrate the achievements of its 2020-21 graduates on Monday and Tuesday in Carson City and May 27 in Fallon. Collectively, the three drive-through ceremonies will honor 641 students who are approved to receive 669 degrees and certificates of achievement.
One of WNC’s largest Jump Start graduation classes — 140 — will be celebrated as these students graduate with an associate degree as they are graduating from high school.
Weekly forecast: Warming trend for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/23/2021 - 5:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Good news - Warmer temperatures (and no snow) are forecast for the week ahead! With the exception of Wednesday, rather typical westerly afternoon breezes can be expected this week according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Workshop on Making Powerful Climbing Photography presented by Corey Rich
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/23/2021 - 5:03pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Wed Jun 16 2021 .
June 9, 2021 - 6:00pm
June 10, 2021 - 6:00pm
June 11, 2021 - 6:00pm
June 12, 2021 - 6:00pm
June 13, 2021 - 6:00pm
June 14, 2021 - 6:00pm
June 15, 2021 - 6:00pm
June 16, 2021 - 6:00pm
Award-winning South Lake Tahoe photographer Corey Rich will host a live virtual workshop, Making Powerful Climbing Photography on June 9. The workshop is part of the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival’s Best of Climbing show, streaming online, and will be recorded and available until June 16.
Kudos: Skibum thanks the community
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/23/2021 - 12:54pm
I would like to give a big THANKS to the community of South Lake Tahoe for helping me celebrate my 65th birthday.
Special Thanks to:
Doug and The Whiskey and Wolves Band for all the Great Marshall Tucker songs. Overland Meats for the greatest BBQ Chicken ever.
Lil Mama and Hanny for the great side dishes and to everyone that brought side dishes.
Special, special thanks to my Lil Mama for the surprise of bringing my kids and grandkids to town for this, a total surprise. Almost gave me "The Big One."
Column: Depression screenings as preventative care
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/23/2021 - 9:39am
Over the past 15 months, the COVID-19 pandemic quickly changed our delivery of health care. As health systems and communities focused on managing the pandemic, people began to forgo their normal preventive care. Additionally, mental health concerns due to isolation and other social changes as a result of the pandemic became apparent. Addressing mental health issues is a high priority for Barton Health and as it is frequently identified as an area of need in our Community Health Needs Assessment.
Limited edition Between Horses and Humans apparel to raise funds for valuable program
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/23/2021 - 9:20am
Between Horses and Humans, the local non-profit that connects children with horses as a form of rehabilitation is fundraising through the sale of its logo clothing.
Located in Gardnerville, Nevada, this unique and one-of=a-kind program helps youth in the Douglas County and South Lake Tahoe areas.
Community invited to attend lunchtime series on stigma and complexities of substance-use
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/22/2021 - 9:03pm
Event Date:
June 2, 2021 - 12:30pm
The El Dorado County Opioid Coalition (EDCOC) and the Sierra Harm Reduction Coalition (SHRC) are co-hosting a free virtual educational series, Community Awareness Substance-use Education (CASE). The event is the first Wednesday of every month beginning on June 2, 2021, and going through Dec. 1, 2021, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The series focuses on making the CASE towards breaking through the barriers of stigma and the complexities of substance use.
Youth treated to free tennis clinic offered by Zephyr Cove Tennis Club Foundation
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/22/2021 - 8:51pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The Zephyr Cove Tennis Club Foundation's popular annual free tennis clinic was once again a huge success.
On May 15, the next generation of tennis players was treated to head pro Dave Nostrant who orchestrated the various drills going on at each court, with club members volunteering their time with instruction.
2021 LTCC annual Student Art Exhibit available virtually
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/22/2021 - 7:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to COVID-19, Lake Tahoe Community College will virtually host this year’s Annual Student Art Exhibition and opening ceremony, allowing safe viewing of the art from anywhere, by anyone. This year’s ceremony will be Sunday, May 23 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. To join, first visit www.ltccartgallery.com and RSVP to receive a Zoom link to your email address. All of the artwork will be available for virtual viewing through June 20, 2021.
Dodgeball fundraiser during Carson Valley Days for Douglas County resident
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/22/2021 - 6:50am
GARDNERVILLE, Nev. - Anytime Fitness in Gardnerville, Nevada is hosting "Spaceballs," a dodgeball fundraising tournament during the 111th annual Carson Valley Days weekend to raise funds for the Lynch family for a medical life-saving procedure. The tournament will be held on Friday, June 11, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Anytime Fitness parking lot and will feature a public safety dual match between the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and East Fork Fire.
Column: Back and leg pain due to Spinal Stenosis
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/22/2021 - 6:36am
Spinal stenosis is a very common, but potentially debilitating, condition. Stenosis is a generic medical term for narrowing. Stenosis in your heart's blood vessels can lead to a heart attack. Stenosis in your esophagus can lead to choking, in addition to other instances in the human body. Spinal stenosis occurs when your spinal canal narrows and puts pressure on the nerves which travel through the spine, resulting in back and leg pain, numbness or tingling.
Invasive species found on 14 boats heading to Lake Tahoe so far in 2021
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/21/2021 - 9:01pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Boats entering Lake Tahoe can carry unwanted stowaway passengers - aquatic weeds, Asian Clams, zebra and quagga mussels, and other invasive species. The invaders find propellers, cockpits, hatches, outer hulls, rudders, and paddles to hide in, even a boater's gear.
