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LTUSD adopts Healthy and Environmentally Sound Schools resolution
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 12:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board of Trustees unanimously adopted a “Healthy and Environmentally Sound Schools” resolution at its October 10 meeting. This supports expanded energy efficiency programs, and alignment with the City of South Lake Tahoe’s recent commitment to get 100 percent of their electricity from renewable energy sources.
Reel Rock Film Tour Returns to South Lake Tahoe Nov 15
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 12:08pm
Event Date:
November 15, 2017 - 5:45pm Tahoe Adventure Film Festival presents the 12th year of Reel Rock Film Tour at Lake Tahoe Community College Duke Theatre on November 15, 2017.
Location
LTCC Duke Theatre
United States
See map: Google Maps
In Memory of Jeffrey Scott Harkins
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 8:59am
Event Date:
October 14, 2017 (All day) Jeffrey Scott Harkins, age 63, passed away in his Los Osos home on September 30, 2017.
Highway 50 construction in South Lake Tahoe extended
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 7:30am
Construction on U.S. Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe has been extended through the end of October, weather permitting.
Expect lane closures near the "Y" to Winnemucca Avenue. No detours will be in place so expect heavy traffic and delays.
Caltrans announced Tuesday they are working hard to finish this stretch of the new storm drain system project, suggesting drivers to plan ahead and #BeWorkZoneAlert.
"Thanks for your patience as we work to help protect Lake Tahoe's water and keep it clean for generations to come," said Caltrans.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 8:51pm
The following are the 70 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from Sept 7 - 12, 2017.
9/7
00:09 - 3600 block of Forest Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
00:41 - 1100 block of 3rd St - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
03:13 - 2200 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
08:12 - 900 block of Modesto Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
10:53 - 2200 block of Toiyabe Tr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Public invited to participate in Herbert Avenue Transportation Study
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 3:18pm
Event Date:
October 25, 2017 - 6:00pm
Herbert Avenue in South Lake Tahoe may be revamped due to the new business development on Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard and the existing businesses at Herbert Avenue and Highway 50. To involve the community and get their opinion, the City of South Lake Tahoe is holding a public meeting at the Senior Center on Wednesday, October 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The "Herbert Avenue Circulation Study" is looking at possible alternatives to the current configuration.
The evening will include a presentation by LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. and community discussion.
Another fire starts up in El Dorado County
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 12:48pm
9:30 AM update 10/11: Perimeter is lined and held through the night. Firefighters are mopping up the interior today. The fire is 50 percent contained and has burned about 30 acres. The cause is under investigation
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There was a new fire start on Tuesday across the river from Bridal Veil Falls in El Dorado County.
Dubbed the "Ice Fire" it is burning about two miles west of the Ice House Road/White Meadows Road intersection.
Multiple air tankers and helicopters worked the fire immediately. There were some voluntary evacuations in place but they have since been lifted.
Location
Across the call from bridal veil falls
United States
See map: Google Maps
Two transported to hospital after Cave Rock crash
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 12:20pm
The westbound lanes of Highway 50 near Cave Rock were closed for awhile Tuesday morning after a two vehicle collision.
According to Dan Gordon of the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP), a shuttle bus pulled out from Cave Rock Avenue into the path of a vehicle. Two people were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries, Gordon said.
As emergency personnel tended to the victims and cleaned up the scene, both lanes of traffic were diverted to the eastbound lanes. All lanes were reopened by around 11:00 a.m.
New South Lake Tahoe fire engine in town; Wetdown ceremony Saturday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 11:42am
New South Lake Tahoe Fire Engine #3 is ready for service and will be formally initiated in a Wetdown Ceremony during SLT Fire Rescue's Open House on Saturday, October 14.
Incline Village resident dies in Reno crash
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 9:51am
The Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) is investigating a Reno crash that killed 76-year-old Karin Schulze Brown, a resident of Incline Village.
At approximately 5:00 p.m. Saturday, October 7, 2017, NHP Troopers responded to a serious crash in front of the main entrance to Tamarak Junction on South Virginia Street in Reno.
The driver of a 2011 Jeep Liberty had pulled out of the casino to make a left turn onto South Virginia Street right into the path of Brown who was headed southbound in the left lane, driving her 2001 Mercedes Benz.
Evacuation orders still in place as over 115,000 acres burn in California
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 9:03am
17 large wildfires that started in the past 24 hours continue to burn across California and have burned over 115,000 acres. The winds that fanned these fires Sunday night and Monday morning have decreased significantly, but local winds and dry conditions continue to pose a challenge. With the decrease in the winds combined with cooler weather, firefighters made good progress overnight. Sheriff officials have confirmed that 11 people have died as a result of the wildfires in Sonoma, Mendocino, Napa and Yuba counties.
Business licenses issued by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 6:00am
The following are the 59 new business licenses issued by the City of South Lake Tahoe in the month of August, 2017:
August 1
CONCRETE BUILDERS GROUP INC
JOHNSON WELDING & FABRICATION
RIDESHARE BRIAN SMITH
TAHOE TOTAL RESOURCES
August 2
HELITAHOE HELICOPTERS
PORTRAY DAVID HAROLDE PHOTOGRAPHY
August 3
CALIFORNIA CABINET & STORE FIXTURE\
WOOD EXCAVATING INC
August 7
OHANA MIDWIFERY & WELLNESS
SIERRA VALLEY PAINTING INC
TAHOE FIRE DANCERS
August 8
LAW OFFICE OF LACEY VAN ETTEN
MICHEL G VAN GORDON MA LMFT
PACIFIC CONTRACT FLOORING INC
TRUE TIMBER BUILDERS
Shingle Springs shooting update: Man dies day after fiancée
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 6:12pm
Wind fuels lightning caused fire west of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 5:30pm
9:30AM Update 10/11 - Fire was active last night as it slowly backed down the mountain towards the indirect check lines. The fire is in remote country and not threatening any structures.
So far, 50 acres have burned and it is 10 percent contained.
The smoke from the Table fire is visible from Highway 50 and the Tahoe Basin. This is a lightning start from a previous storm that Sunday's high wind event activated.
Note: the smoke blanketing the Placerville and Pollock Pines areas is not from the local fires.
New restaurant, pavilion and dock for Round Hill Pines resort
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 3:18pm
A new dock, breakwater, restaurant and beach pavilion will all be in place for the 2018 summer season at the Round Hill Pines Resort.
With demolition of the old structure nearly complete, work started last week on a new 3,000-square-foot facility overlooking the beach.
The new building will house a full commercial kitchen, retail space, restrooms, offices for the resort’s management and sales staff, and storage. The seating for the summer bar and grill will be in an open-air pavilion with retractable awnings.
Opinion: Rebuttal to SassTalk
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 2:52pm
The following is a letter received concerning the Sass Talk published on October 7:
I hate to waste my time, but I cannot let the erroneous propaganda put out by the Emperor of City Hall go unrebutted. The City will not let go of this “nuisance” problem as it diverts focus on the dismal road conditions that the City has neglected for years. Also, City management has totally failed to provide a reliable snow removal system as we experienced last winter.
South Lake Tahoe activities during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 2:04pm
Event Date:
October 12, 2017 - 6:30pm
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and two events are planned by Live Violence Free to raise not only awareness, but funds for their South Lake Tahoe programs.
On Thursday, October 12, enjoy the Purple
Party at McP's starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door. Free appetizers, live music and contest for best purple costume. There was going to be a parade, but dropping temperatures have moved the party inside.
McP's is located at 4125 Lake Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe.
73,000 acres burn in California in 12 hours- 1,500 structures burn, 20,000 people evacuated
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 1:31pm
Overnight significant winds fanned over a dozen fires across Northern California. 15 new wind whipped wildfires in nine counties have already burned over 73,000 acres in the past 12 hours. Firefighters have been challenged with winds gusting in excess of 50 mph causing extreme rates of spread and volatile burning conditions.
Boys & Girls Club's 24th annual Golf Classic at Edgewood Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 1:05pm
Event Date:
October 16, 2017 (All day)
The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe's 24th annual Golf Classic will be held on October 16 at Edgewood Tahoe, and there are a few spots available!
Golfers always have a fabulous time at this popular event held on Edgewood Tahoe's last day of the season.
Enjoy golf, incredible "goodie" bags, raffle prizes, breakfast, on-course refreshments, hole prizes and an impressive silent auction. $10,000 in hole-in-one prizes too.
Enjoy a "Night of Magic for Tahoe Youth and Family Services
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 12:34pm
Event Date:
November 8, 2017 - 7:00pm
The Tahoe Youth and Family Service's 2nd annual Night of Magic will be held at The Loft in the Heavenly Village on Wednesday, November 8 at 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy appetizers before watching the talented magician Robert Hall at the Tahoe Youth and Family Services (TYFS) special show. There will also be a cash bar. Enjoy all for just $55. All proceeds go to help fund all of the programs TYFS provides to the community.
Only 100 tickets will be sold to this exclusive evening.
Artsy Fartsy Movie Night Hosted by STHS PABA
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 11:58am
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Repeats every month until Thu Jun 21 2018 .
October 19, 2017 - 6:30pm
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November 19, 2017 - 6:30pm
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December 19, 2017 - 6:30pm
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January 19, 2018 - 6:30pm
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February 19, 2018 - 6:30pm
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June 19, 2018 - 6:30pm PABA Presents Artsy Fartsy Movie Night the third Thursday of every month in the South Tahoe High screening room, for free!
Do you love film? Do you love sharing a great film with friends and then geeking-out about it afterwards? If you responded "yes" to either of these questions, then the Artsy Farsty Movie Night is for you.
The first movie screening will be held on October 19, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. Cost is FREE.
Location
South Tahoe High School- TADA Building Viewing Room
1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Theater Arts and Design Academy
United States
38° 54' 35.8704" N, 120° 0' 55.0836" W
See map: Google Maps
Wind advisory in place for Lake Tahoe; Cooling with lows into 20s
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 8:09am
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for Lake Tahoe, which is in effect until noon today. Winds: East to northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph this morning. Expect waves from two-four feet from mid-lake to western shores. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
It will remain windy until mid-week.
Couple donates cash and candy for the DCSO Haunted House
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 7:39am
The Douglas County Sheriff's Honor Guard Team was presented $500 and bags of candy for their upcoming Haunted House by Ben and Amber Larimer from CoComoe’s Q and Catering.
“This is the most caring community I have ever lived in, and I want to help the children have a great time,” said Ben.
Their Haunted House will be held at the Douglas County fairgrounds during the weekends of Oct 13-14, 20-21, and 27-28 at the DC Fairgrounds. Who will Frankenstein take to the DCSO Haunted House? His ghoul friend of course!
Kings Beach Revitalization Project comes to a close, more projects planned for area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 11:10pm
With the clearing out of the construction staging area at the corner of Fox Street and Highway 28 in Kings Beach, the end of an era for the revitalization of Kings Beach comes to a close.
Officials at Placer County today thanks everyone who shared their input and helped make this project a big success, and for patience with the inconveniences that road construction projects bring.
Items completed this season include:
Winners of WordWave One-Act Play Competition at Valhalla
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 10:32pm
Event Date:
October 21, 2017 - 7:30pm
Winning entries of the third annual WordWave One-Act Play Competition will be on stage, October 21, 2017, starting at 7:30 p.m.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office hosting Haunted House next three weekends
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 10:00pm
Event Date:
October 13, 2017 (All day)
Ready for a ghoulishly fun time? For a creepy clown thrill?
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is holding their Haunted House at the Douglas County Fairgrounds for three weekends: Oct. 13/14, Oct. 20/21 and Oct. 27/18. From 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. the haunted house is "not so scary" and perfect for younger children. Then, make room for "the main event," for those that wanted to be scared from 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Children under 18 are $5.00, and adults are $10.00. Get an all night pass for just $15.00.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Tahoe Douglas Elk Lodge
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 9:21pm
Working the serving line at Bread & Broth’s Monday Meal on September 25th were members of the Tahoe Douglas Elk Lodge #2670. J.J. Clause, Steve Kurek, Jim Plamenig and Gary Wendt came prepared to represent their fellow Elk Lodge members at the organization’s Adopt of Day of Nourishment and this enthusiastic group did a fine job hosting the 94 dinner guests who arrived at St. Theresa Grace Hall for the evening’s meal.
“So gratifying to see the hungry being fed,” said Steve. “We feel lucky to be able to help.”
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 9:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - 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 time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
9/28
1:30 p.m. - Annoying Phone Calls - South Lake Tahoe - SUSPECT SENT HARASSING TEXT MSG TO 16-YEAR-OLD FEMALE VICTIM.
Liberty Utilities announces planned outages for some North Lake Tahoe areas
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 8:41am
Three small areas at the North Shore of Lake Tahoe will have electricity affected this week as Liberty Utilities works to replace transformers, pads and cable.
The planned outages:
On Monday, Oct. 9: From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Squaw Valley area (Squaw Summit Rd & Summer Place) to replace pad and transformer; 10 customers affected.
Tuesday, Oct. 10: From 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Kings Beach area (Brockway Springs Rd & Chipmunk) to replace vault, 3 new pad mount transformers, rebuild primary riser, run 3 new runs of underground cable; 40 customers affected.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for October 8-14
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 12:14am
The following report is from Caltrans on projects and activities on their roads in Lake Tahoe.
SPECIAL EVENT
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from 5 Mile Road to Carson Road in Camino: Eastbound motorists can expect the left turn lanes to be closed at 5 Mile Road, lower Carson Road and upper Carson Road from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, October 8 and Saturday October 14 for Apple Hill Season. Motorists will be directed to Exit 54/Cedar Grove to access Carson Road.
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
Forest thinning project underway above Incline Village
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/07/2017 - 11:55pm
Almost 4,000 acres of forest on the North Shore are being treated to reduce the risk of wildfire in Lake Tahoe. Named the Incline Hazardous Fuels Reduction and Healthy Forest Restoration Project, U.S. Forest Service crews resumed work on the project last week now that summer is over. Mechanical cut-to-length (CTL) tree removal is taking place in an area off of State Highway 431, the Mt. Rose Highway, until winter weather sets in.
They thin out the trees to remove excess vegetation that can feed wildfires and improve forest health and provide defensible space to neighboring communities.
Water main break near Stateline causes traffic issues
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/07/2017 - 11:34pm
Crews are still at the scene of a broken water main tonight at the state line. A 12" water main pipe under ground burst at the crosswalk between Harrah's and Harveys. South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded to help turn off valves as did transportation workers.
The pipe carries water for the Edgewood Water Company, the supplies to all of the casinos and golf course.
At approximately 3:00 p.m. Saturday, water was flowing down Highway 50, flooding the street near Marriott Timber Lodge.
Sass Talk: VHRs, Martin Hollay and Yes on C
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/07/2017 - 7:48am
On Tuesday, a majority of city council agreed on a revised VHR (Vacation Home Rental) ordinance. In two weeks we will vote on the first reading of the ordinance and if a majority supports it, on November 7th would be the final vote to adopt the revised regulations and rules. The ordinance would then go into effect 30 days later.
Win prizes during Library Card Sign-Up Month in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/06/2017 - 3:02pm
October is Library Card Sign-Up Month at the South Lake Tahoe Library. During this month, the Library invites you to demonstrate your love of reading by visiting them. Either show them an existing library card, or sign up for a new one. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win great prizes!
USFS prescribed burn in Lake Tahoe resumes Monday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/06/2017 - 1:37pm
California State Parks will kick off the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) fall prescribed fire program next week, beginning October 10, 2017. If conditions are favorable, prescribed fire operations will take place in D.L. Bliss State Park on the southwest end of Lake Tahoe. Smoke may be visible and is expected to last through the week. To receive prescribed fire notifications, send an email to pa_ltbmu@fs.fed.us.
View the map with project locations and details at http://www.tahoefft.org.
Tahoe-Truckee Electric Vehicle Plan named best in Nevada
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/06/2017 - 6:18am
At its annual conference Wednesday, the Nevada Chapter of the American Planning Association recognized the Tahoe-Truckee Plug-In Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan with awards for most outstanding plan and most outstanding public outreach. The awards were presented as part of the group’s annual DeBoer Awards program.
Sage Room at Harveys celebrates 70th anniversary
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 10:48pm
The Sage Room at Harveys has been a Tahoe landmark since opening in the summer of 1947, and now in 2017 they have embarked on a year-long celebration of this milestone.
The elegant, Western-themed steak house has been popular among locals and visitors alike for several generations.
Collapsed building getting new roof and new look
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 9:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Work crews have been busy at the historic Pioneer Center on Harrison Avenue where a roof collapsed on January 23, flooding out the liquor store and thrift shop beneath it.
Hoyt Holmes of H.W. Holmes Incorporated has been hired to rebuild the structure which will have a smaller version of the liquor store and a new retail/coffee shop space as well as the existing Port-of-Subs, Sierra Veterinary Hospital, Rojo's and Jalisco's.
Holmes said the new roof will be up by October 31 and construction should be complete around the beginning of 2018.
LTUSD looking for volunteers in nutrition, physical education and sustainability/renewable energy
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 6:25pm
Lake Tahoe Unified School District is looking for volunteers to help them in their quest to help students with a healthy lifestyle as well as their efforts to be sustainable and use of renewable energy.
Community members with an interest or expertise in any of these areas are encouraged to join one of the following committees:
Wellness Committee – Nutrition, Wellness Committee – Physical Education and Activity, and Renewable Energy and Sustainability Committee
New boardwalk at Taylor Creek unveiled
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 4:54pm
The popular Rainbow Trail at the U.S. Forest Service Visitor's Center in South Lake Tahoe now has a brand new boardwalk at Taylor Creek.
As Kokanee salmon head upstream on the creek, many people walking the trail to watch this annual display of nature would often wander to the creek, many to get a selfie with bears in the area, and some even disrupting the salmon run.
Woman dies in El Dorado County shooting; apparent murder-suicide attempt
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 4:24pm
A 28-year-old woman is dead and her fiance has been hospitalized after a shooting in Shingle Springs Wednesday evening.
On October 4, 2017 at approximately 5:47 p.m., deputies from the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) responded to multiple reports of a shooting near the intersection of Mother Lode Drive and Sunset Lane.
They discovered two people shot at the scene. One of them, Bay Area resident Jessica Lyn Ball, was pronounced dead at the scene. A male, who was later determined to be her fiance, suffered a single gunshot would and was transported to a local hospital.
The Tahoe Dance Band at the Senior Center Dance Hall
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 1:29pm
Event Date:
October 27, 2017 - 7:30pm The pleasure of your company is requested on the last Friday of each month at the Big Band Dance located at the Senior Center Dance Hall, 3050 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, across from the Snowflake Drive-In in South Lake Tahoe.
In the mood for the stylings of Sinatra, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, and that good ol' big band sound?
Location
Senior Center Dance Hall
3050 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
across from the Snow Flake Drive-In
United States
38° 56' 22.7184" N, 119° 58' 36.0732" W
See map: Google Maps
$85M in sales at Tahoe Beach Club during first phase
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 9:14am
During their first summer of sales, 39 of the 46 available contracts to buy a luxury condominium home at the Tahoe Beach Club sold for a total of $85 million.
This development at the end of Kahle Drive in Stateline, Nevada is the first full ownership lakefront in 30 years at Lake Tahoe. They are being built on land that was once a trailer park.
Homebuyers have been mostly from the Bay Area, Southern California, Texas and New York areas.
Preventing childhood lead poisoning
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 8:58am
Every parent wants to provide a safe and healthy environment for their child. El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Public Health Nursing is hoping to increase awareness among parents about the hidden dangers of lead exposure to children. October 22 through October 28, 2017, is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.
South Lake Tahoe Police investigating shots fired near Stateline
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/04/2017 - 9:39pm
9:15AM Update - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department has contacted two men who are considered "investigative leads" at this point. As of this time no arrests have been made and the investigation is continuing.
Witnesses reported that two Hispanic males in their 20’s with short dark colored hair were the occupants in the vehicle.
The gun used in the event appear to be a semi-automatic handgun.
Two Carson City men die in separate accidents
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/04/2017 - 9:24pm
A 61-year-old man from Carson City has died from injuries sustained after being hit by a food truck in Carson City Friday morning.
Women’s Health: What are we screening for?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/04/2017 - 7:06pm
One important component to living a long and healthy life is to get preventive health screening for serious diseases. If your doctor finds a disease early, it’s often easier to treat and may cause less damage.
In addition to celebrating milestone birthdays as celebrations, consider them reminders for important health checks. Here's a timeline for health screenings through the decades:
El Dorado County reviewing their vacation rental ordinance
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/04/2017 - 6:44pm
El Dorado County initiated the "Good Neighbor Program" in 2014 after holding a public meeting on October 23 of that year.
Tax Collector Cherie Raffety said during the meeting that the County wanted vacation homes to be a good neighbor instead of creating a situation that causes Sheriff's deputies to be called out for excessive noise. Management companies were to go to neighbors, introduce themselves and leave contact info.
Tahoe Chamber announces new membership services director
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/04/2017 - 4:07pm
The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce has announced the hiring of Katie Meyers as their new membership services director.
Meyers brings wit her over a decade of experience working at Southern California non-profit and educational institutions, with a diverse background in marketing and communications strategy, internal and external communications, community relations, and project management.
Meyers will start at the Tahoe Chamber on October 16.
Man dies from injuries sustained in Twin Bridges motorcycle crash
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/04/2017 - 1:22pm
A California man has died of a result of injuries received when he and his passenger were thrown from a motorcycle after crashing into a guardrail on Highway 50, east of Twin Bridges on Friday, September 29, 2017.
