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NDOT seeks public's input on their long range transportation plan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 9:34pm
Event Date:
September 21, 2017 - 5:00pm
Have an opinion about road projects in Nevada?
Now is the time to let the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) know through a series of community workshops and online feedback forms.
Mutt Strut to raise funds for spay and neuter program in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 8:31pm
Event Date:
October 1, 2017 - 12:00pm
The Animal Coalition of Tahoe (ACT) and Tahoe Beach Retreat have teamed up for the annual Mutt Strut on October 1 from noon to 2:00 p.m.
Its always a lot of fun for dogs and their owners to take part in one of South Lake Tahoe's favorite events. Walk with your dog along the route, enjoy friends, make new ones and help support the ACT Spay and Neuter Program. There will be raffles, music, games and fun for two and four legged friends.
The Strut will begin at Lakeview Commons at noon on October 1 and will end at Tahoe Beach Retreat (Timber Cove Beach).
Group asks City Council to consider allowing food trucks in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 8:04pm
A planned food truck event in South Lake Tahoe had to be cancelled this summer due to the prohibitive costs and processes involved in putting on such an event.
"We are so hungry to get a food truck culture going in Lake Tahoe,” said Rob Giustina of On Course Events, the company who had planned the "Tahoe Truck Stop" food truck weekend event.
Tibetan monk part of The Loft speaker series
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 7:24pm
Event Date:
September 26, 2017 - 6:00pm
The Venerable Geshe Lobsang Tsultrim, a Tibetan Buddhist monk of the Gelug order, will be in South Lake Tahoe as part of The Loft's speaker series on Tuesday, September 26, 2017.
Geshe-la trained in philosophy and sacred art at Gaden Shartse Monastic University in Southern India and for many years toured the world as sand mandala master for the Sacred Arts of Tibet tours. He currently lives in Auburn, Calif.
The evening's schedule includes an optional dinner, meet and greet, and teaching session.
Schedule:
El Dorado County assessed home values up $1.7B
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 3:48pm
El Dorado County Assessor Karl Weiland today announced the assessed value of
all taxable property in El Dorado County increased by almost six percent from last year. The $31.5 billion property tax roll, which reflects the assessed value as of January 1st, 2017 is approximately $1.7 billion above last year’s assessed value of $29.8 billion.
The $31.5 billion dollar roll generates about $315 million in property taxes every year that support schools, public safety, local districts, cities and County government services.
Susan (Susie) Patricia Laney 11/24/67 - 9/12/17
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 12:43pm
Susan (Susie) Patricia Laney, age 49, passed away peacefully at home on September 12, 2017 surrounded by her family after a two-year battle with cancer.
Susie was born November 24, 1967 with her surviving twin sister, Lisa Watson of South Lake Tahoe, California to Paul Watson of Gardnerville, Nevada and Beverly Pinkley, deceased.
An updated approach to prostate cancer screenings
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 11:29am
Should men have their PSA checked?
Not too many years ago, the answer to that question would have been a simple one: “of course!” After all, the PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) test was an amazing breakthrough that for the first time allowed prostate cancer to be detected before it was too late. In the days before the PSA test, by the time prostate cancer was diagnosed, it had almost always spread through the body – it was already metastatic.
South Lake Tahoe man killed in Douglas County collision
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 10:30am
A South Lake Tahoe man has been identified as the person killed Sunday night in a vehicle versus pedestrian collision in Gardnerville, Nev.
At approximately 8:05 p.m. on September 17, Nevada Highway Patrol troopers responded to the serious crash on US-395 near Industrial Way.
For unknown reasons, 54-year-old Rosendo Ramirez Amaya was lying down across the northeast right lane of the highway when the driver of a Toyota Sienna was unable to avoid traveling over him. He succumbed to his injuries.
South Lake Tahoe woman dies in motorcycle crash
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 10:09am
An afternoon motorcycle ride through Hope Valley turned fatal for a 64-year-old South Lake Tahoe woman on Sunday, September 17.
At approximately 4:48 p.m., the unidentified woman was riding her Harley Davidson westbound on SR-88 and slowing at the junction with SR-89. She was making a left turn onto southbound SR-89. At the same time, a 58-year-old woman from Gardnerville, Nevada was traveling eastbound on SR-88 in her Buick La Sabre. She was approaching the same intersection at approximately 50-55 mph.
$10,000 awarded to Child Advocates of El Dorado County
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 8:47am
Child Advocates of El Dorado County were awarded a $10,000 donation from Cumbre Insurance Services, LLC in celebration of the agency being honored for demonstrating extraordinary volunteerism to make positive change happen in their community.
This 2017 Safeco Insurance® Make More Happen Award allowed the local company to assist with the non-profit’s mission of providing an advocate for every abused, neglected and at-risk child within the county.
Local food pairings a hit at sold-out Sample the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 11:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If you waited to the last minute to purchase tickets for the 8th annual Sample the Sierra you were out of luck on Saturday at Bijou Community Park. The popular festival of food, wine and beer sold out all pre-sale tickets prior to the event, and sold out of tickets at the gate just after opening, much to the disappointment of many.
1,500 full tasting tickets and 50 children tickets were sold. Those lucky enough to get in moved from booth to booth, each with either a wine, beer or alcohol paired with food, or a local artisan and their wares.
Opinion: Who owns the 'All Year Playground?'
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 10:21pm
I read with great interest Mayor Sass’s recent editorial of how he and Wendy David have been living, sleeping, and eating the VHR issue for over 2 years. I internalized these words and reflected how we, as responsible vacation home rental managers, have been dealing with inept City Councils and City Management for over 12 years.
Lake Tahoe chosen as one of Best Adventure Towns for Fall
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 9:22pm
You don’t have to break the bank to have a once-in-a-lifetime adventure this autumn. With so many canyons, lakes, mountains, and more to explore right here in the US, you’ll find there’s a perfect fall vacation for every budget!
Top Adventure Towns You Can Afford
Family thanks those who helped at RV fire on Kingsbury Grade
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 8:50pm
It was a crash scene that parents never want to see their children involved in. On Sunday, August 27 a recreation vehicle (RV) was making its way down Kingsbury Grade towards Lake Tahoe when it experienced brake failure, crashed and caught fire.
Both occupants were transported to Barton Hospital in South Lake Tahoe with non-life threatening injuries.
Today the mother of the female occupant, Nancy from Simi Valley, Calif., wrote to South Tahoe Now:
500 elite athletes headed to Lake Tahoe for Spartan Race World Championships
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 8:02pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 01 2017 .
September 28, 2017 (All day)
September 29, 2017 (All day)
September 30, 2017 (All day)
October 1, 2017 (All day)
Thirty countries will be represented at the Reebok Spartan Race World Championship, which is the preeminent event of the obstacle racing season, when it returns to Squaw Valley, Lake Tahoe September 28-October 1.
500 elite athletes from more than 30 countries are set to descend on Squaw Valley to put their skills and conditioning to the test in both individual and team competitions, and to celebrate the culmination of the 2017 Spartan Race season.
Three injured in DUI crash in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 7:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 21-year-old California woman is facing charges after the car she was driving crashed into a tree in South Lake Tahoe early Sunday morning.
The suspect told officers she was driving her 2003 Mercedes on Pioneer Trail just before 1:30 a.m., east of Highway 50, when she veered to avoid an animal she said was in the roadway. She successfully avoided the undetermined animal but instead drove her car into a tree on the south side of the roadway.
Museum in Carson City to host community birthday bash for Glenn Lucky
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 6:14pm
Event Date:
September 27, 2017 - 10:00am
Former South Lake Tahoe resident Glenn Lucky turn 65 this month, and the Nevada State Museum in Carson City is planning a big birthday party in his honor on September 27 at 10:00 a.m. in the Dema Guinn Concourse of the museum at 600 N. Carson Street.
Lucky was born on Sept. 27, 1952 in Coronado, Calif. He was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when he was just one.
He and his family moved to the South Shore when Glenn was 3-year-old.
Both suspects connected to Oregon homicide arrested in Nevada
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 4:26pm
UPDATE 10:59PM: Suspect Kyle Steele turned himself in late Monday night at the sheriff's office administration building, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong. Both suspects are now in custody.
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UPDATE 5:54PM: One of the two suspects in an Oregon homicide late Saturday, Tevin Lafond of Carson City, is in Lyon County custody, according to Sheriff Ken Furlong. Suspect Kyle Steele remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.
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SnowGlobe 2017 lineup released
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 4:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Producers of the annual SnowGlobe show have released the much anticipated lineup for their December 29-31, 2017 music festival in South Lake Tahoe.
Dillon Francis, Porter Robinson, Travis Scott, Zedd and Khalid are headlining the outdoor festival which also features almost 40 other acts.
Early bird tickets are already sold out, but many other packages are still available. Three-day tickets start at $199 with the three-day VIP package now at $449.
Fatal crash in Douglas County closes Hwy 395 in both directions
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/17/2017 - 9:10pm
Highway 395 near Industrial in Douglas County is currently closed after a fatal crash near the Meadowdale Center.
Traffic in the area is being diverted so expect delays.
The collision occurred about 9:30 p.m. Sunday. No other information is available at this time.
Fire burning south of Shingle Springs
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/17/2017 - 8:07pm
Firefighters are making good progress on The French Fire, which has burned 120 acres off French Creek Road, south of Shingle Springs in El Dorado County.
As of 7:00 p.m. September 17, the fire was 20 percent contained.
The fire burned quickly through a cattle ranch after starting Sunday afternoon.
According to CalFire, the cause of the fire is under investigation.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/17/2017 - 6:53am
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:
9/6
7:27 a.m. - Bear Report at VHR - Horace Greeley Ave - A MALE COMPLAINED ABOUT A VACATION RENTAL HAVING TRASH AROUND THE HOME. UPON ARRIVAL IT WAS CONFIRMED A BEAR HAD SCATTERED THE RUBBISH.
9/7
Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar employees volunteer on EpicPromise Day
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/16/2017 - 10:18pm
Employees from Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood Mountain Resorts participated in various conservation and maintenance projects around Lake Tahoe Saturday as part of EpicPromise Week.
Heavenly employees were at South Tahoe Middle School and Sierra House Elementary on South Shore on September working on several different projects, and kirkwood joined Cal Trout in the Kirkwood Meadow.
You Rock, South Lake Tahoe: Painting, hiding, finding rocks the new craze
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/16/2017 - 9:20pm
They are showing up on ATMs, leaning against the car wash, in the playground at school, on the side of a local business parking lot and they even have their Facebook pages.
What are they?
Painted rocks, of course.
A new social media craze made its way across the country this summer.
Kudos: Bread and Broth thanks Kirkwood
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/16/2017 - 3:46pm
On Monday, September 11, Kirkwood Mountain Resort Base Operations team members joined Bread & Broth volunteers serving the dinner guests who came to Grace Hall for a delicious meal and the companionship of fellow diners. The diners were in for a real treat when the B&B cooks whipped up fried catfish and french fries which received rave reviews from the meal’s guests.
Missing woman may be in South Lake Tahoe or Carson City area
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 10:14pm
Carson City sheriff's investigators are asking for the public's assistance in locating a 56-year-old woman who has been reported missing.
Sara Reyes is suspected to be homeless in the Carson City, Reno and South Lake Tahoe areas. She was reported missing Sunday, Sept. 10. She has been entered into the national missing persons data base.
Dogs bringing happiness to guests at Barton Skilled Nursing
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 10:01pm
It's Thursday, and Bella and Sadie are walking the hallways at Barton Skilled Nursing Facility in South Lake Tahoe, stopping by to be stroked, get a hug, a kiss or a dog treat.
The pair, along with owners Lorna and Gary Lefler, are well known at the facility. Sadie, the Lefler's 12-year-old trained therapy dog and Bella, an 18-month old German Shepherd who is a new member of the family.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for September 17-23
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 7:19pm
The following is the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) roadwork schedule for the Lake Tahoe area.
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from Forest Road to the El Dorado Ditch in Fresh Pond: Westbound motorists can expect #2 lane closed for pavement repair. Completion is expected by the end of October.
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): The highway is reduced to one lane in each direction at Bridal Veil Falls for slope and roadway repair work. Completion is expected by the end of this year.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
South Lake Tahoe activities: Sample the Sierra, Art After Dark, Canelo vs Golovkin
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 6:17pm
Going to be out and about in South Lake Tahoe this week? Here are some of the activities to enjoy in town from Friday to Thursday:
Great Sierra River Cleanup - Join the ninth annual Great Sierra River Cleanup in conjunction with California Coastal Cleanup day on September 16 starting at 8:00 a.m. Join hundreds of volunteers this day in cleaning up the Lake Tahoe region. (more info here)
Reno man indicted for allegedly using 8,000 PayPal accounts in $3.5M scheme
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 5:17pm
A Reno man has been indicted on several charges after allegedly engaging in a $3.5 million fraud scheme using over 8,000 fraudulent PayPal credit accounts, bank accounts, and prepaid credit and debit cards he created with stolen identities.
Kenneth Gilbert Gibson, 46, made his initial appearance in federal court on September 14. He was indicted on 10 counts of wire fraud; three counts of mail fraud; 10 counts of bank fraud; six counts of access device fraud; and six counts of aggravated identity theft.
Chance of upper level snow as the first day of fall approaches
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 5:00pm
Seasonable temperatures and dry conditions will prevail this weekend, but change is in the air. A series of cold fronts will produce gusty winds on Monday and Wednesday followed by below average temperatures for much of next week and chances for isolated showers. Light snow is possible in higher elevations, while low temperatures may dip to near freezing in some lower valleys. In South Lake Tahoe, Wednesday morning lows are expected to be below freezing - are you ready?
There is the forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Social Security - Your decision of a lifetime
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 9:35am
Event Date:
September 26, 2017 - 6:00pm
- Do you know how to get 32% more social security income for life?
- Most people don’t know ALL of the choices available.
- Do you want help understanding this complex decision?
- Be informed, you only get one chance to choose.
An evening with Troy Simmons – National Speaker on Social Security on September 26, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe.
Limited Seating – Reserve Seat Here or by calling 775-588-6116 or email CRessler@1stallied.com.
LTCC vision: To be California's premier destination community college
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 10:40pm
As the world changes around South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is evolving to meet the new demands of education and the student body. As there is a decline in community college enrollment across the country, LTCC is being creative in recruitment of students to the campus and investing in not only the environment, but in removing barriers many have in getting a secondary education.
That was the message during Lake Tahoe Community College President Jeff DeFranco's first State of the College Address on Thursday.
Make Tahoe quantum - An Art Show (within an art show)
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 8:31pm
Event Date:
September 23, 2017 - 6:00pm Join Make Tahoe at Benko Art Gallery on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 6 pm for the premier of "Make Tahoe quantum, An Art Show (within and art show)".
Shirley Hackett is a local Tahoe resident and emerging artist-photographer. Hackett's work in photography spans landscapes, animals, and thought provoking contemplation. With a natural and unpretentious eye focusing on the beauty of emotions that we experience from visual energy in our everyday lives, Shirley Hackett shows us that profound reflection often happens in moments too brief to measure.
Location
Benko Art Gallery
3979 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 57' 16.002" N, 119° 56' 45.8952" W
See map: Google Maps
New McDonald's opens in South Lake Tahoe at the Y
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 5:37pm
On May 17, 2017, South Tahoe Now was at the demolition of the McDonald's at the "Y," and the builder said he'd have the project done and ready to open in 120 days.
Wednesday, September 13, the new 4,305 square foot building with its environmental improvements opened to the public at 11:30 a.m. That was 117 days since we saw old, 40-year-old building come down.
Inside, diners will see a sleek new design with automated ordering stations and plenty of seating.
Blood Drive in South Lake Tahoe Friday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 4:32pm
Event Date:
September 15, 2017 - 9:00am
The South Lake Tahoe Board of Realtors is holding a blood drive on Friday, September 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at their office.
United Blood Services will be there to take blood, and everyone is invited to come by and donate. To book an appointment, visit www.BloodHero.com and register under blood drive code N1STR. People may call 800.696.4484 to book a donation time, or stop by the event at 2307 James Avenue (in the building addition).
El Dorado County $569 million budget released
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 4:12pm
El Dorado County Chief Administrator, Don Ashton, today released the County’s
Final Budget for fiscal year 2017/18. The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to review and approve the $569 million operating budget during their meeting on Tuesday, September 19.
Scam targeting businesses with fake NDOT computer purchases
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 2:56pmThe Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is warning of a potential scam in which scammers attempt to purchase computer equipment under NDOT’s name.
Using a fake @nevadaddot.com e-mail address, scammers have attempted to purchase computer equipment without an official state purchase request or vendor solicitation. The scammers then attempt to get the equipment delivered to an out-of-state location.
Spooky Stormwater Fall Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 1:46pm
Event Date:
October 12, 2017 - 4:00pm Come to the Spooky Stormwater Fall Festival on Thursday, October 12 from 4-7 pm at Sidellis Lake Tahoe. There will be fun games to earn great prizes and learn about Tahoe's number one threat: stormwater pollution. Refreshments provided.
Location
Sidellis Lake Tahoe
3350 Sandy Way
United States
43° 29' 42.7632" N, 124° 13' 40.6128" W
See map: Google Maps
Investigation into Lake Valley Fire Captain injury completed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 11:56am
A Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) Captain who was injured when he fell off a fire truck is home recovering and the investigation into his accident has concluded.
On August 27, 2017 at approximately 3:11 p.m., Lake Valley Fire Engine 7 was returning to the South Shore after responding to a traffic collision near Strawberry. As the truck with its occupants began an incline on Highway 50 around a curve between Twin Bridges and Camp Sacramento, the captain began to remove his turncoat. In order to fully remove it, he disconnected his seat belt and headset.
Third annual Meet and Greet connects Mt. Tallac students with community
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 11:55pm
For the third year, Mt. Tallac High School started off their school year with a community "meet and greet," bringing their students and community members together.
Students greeted their guests with a handshake and a warm hello, something Principal Holly Greenough hopes gives her students a good introduction to community leaders who could possibly be their future employers.
Scholarships available for DACA application renewals at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 10:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Thanks to the San Francisco-based non-profit Mission Asset Fund (MAF), scholarship funds are now available to cover the costs for California community college students who need to renew their Deferred Action for Childhood Arrives (DACA) status before the upcoming October 5 deadline. MAF, which has a long history of supporting Dreamers, has dedicated scholarship funds specifically to help California community college students, along with CSU and UC students, pay for the $495 DACA renewal fee.
LTCC holds State of the College address
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 7:40pm
Event Date:
September 14, 2017 - 8:30am
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is holding their State of the College address on Thursday, September 13 inside the Duke Theater starting at 8:00 a.m. with a breakfast reception.
LTCC President Jeff DeFranco will discuss where the college is today and where they are headed. A LTCC Alumni Panel will follow DeFranco, sharing their experiences on the South Lake Tahoe campus. Wrapping up the event will be Dr. Victor Rios, who will talk about how to change students' lives through meaningful contact.
The alumni panel will include:
First tornado warning issued for the Lake Tahoe basin; Waterspout and funnel cloud spotted
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 6:04pm
The National Weather Service (NSW) in Reno today issued their very first tornado warning for the Lake Tahoe basin.
At 3:45 p.m. a severe thunderstorm warning was issued first for the middle of Lake Tahoe near Glenbrook. At that time one of their team members saw a funnel cloud over Incline Village and sent in a photo, so the tornado warning was issued immediately.
Even though Wednesday's warning was the first for Lake Tahoe, there have been five issued for northwest Nevada since 2000 according to Scott McGuire of the NWS Forecast Office in Reno.
High Holy Days observed at Temple Bat Yam; Public invited
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 3:05pm
Temple Bat Yam of South Lake Tahoe is inviting the public to join their congregation in their observance of the Jewish High Holy Days, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
This is an opportunity for the public to observe these special holidays with the local Jewish community and Rabbi Evon Yakar. Their services are open to all.
Temple Bat Yam’s services and events will be as follows:
Slichot September 16, 2017 @ Spooner Lake State Park - 6:00 p.m.
Rosh Hashanah Eve September 20, 2017 @ Temple Bat Yam - 7:00 p.m.
Rosh Hashanah I September 21, 2017 @ Temple Bat Yam - 10:00 a.m.
Season winding down for El Dorado Beach Boat Ramp
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 1:23pm
Beginning on Monday, September 18, 2017, the El Dorado Beach Boat Ramp at Lakeview Commons will be closed Monday through Wednesday, and open Thursday through Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The last launch will be at 4:30 p.m.
The last day of Boat Ramp operations will be Sunday, October 1, 2017.
The maximum boat length is 23 feet. The boat length is subject to change due to water levels. The boat ramp passes under Lakeview Avenue, with a maximum 12 foot clearance.
Guest Columnist: Restoring Lake Tahoe’s Clarity
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 12:44pm
Lake Tahoe is known around the world for its crystal-clear water. For several decades, Tahoe’s clarity, which measured more than 100 feet in 1968, was declining each year because of stormwater pollution from poorly planned development and the lingering effects of historical activities such as cattle grazing and logging.
Carson City Historical Society Flea Market, Sat., Sept. 16
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 11:34am
Event Date:
September 16, 2017 - 9:00am The Carson City Historical Society's second and last flea market (yard sale) of the summer will be on Saturday, September 16, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come find that special item from one of the 12 vendors who will be offering antiques, collectibles, crafts, and jewelry.
The sale is in the Foreman-Roberts House Museum park located at 1207 N. Carson Street, Carson City, NV.
Dr. Tarwater's contract extended three years; given 2% raise
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 10:39pm
Lake Tahoe Unified School District Superintendent Dr. James Tarwater was given a pay raise and three-year extension to his contact during Tuesday's school board meeting.
Dr. Tarwater, who joined the District on May 13, 2005, was given a satisfactory evaluation on his performance during closed session at the August 22, 2017 Board of Education meeting.
The Board unanimously approved a two-percent pay increase.
Fall Fish Festival in South Lake Tahoe October 7/8
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 9:59pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 08 2017 .
October 7, 2017 (All day)
October 8, 2017 (All day)
Celebrate the migration of the Kokanee salmon during the annual Fall Fish Fest at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center in South Lake Tahoe October 7-8.
From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day walk the famous Rainbow Trail as nature is celebrated with the dramatic and colorful spawning behaviors of the salmon. Get a close-up look at this natural display is available in Taylor Creek and the Stream Profile Chamber.
Watch YouTube video of this event HERE.
