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Reunion for former employees of Park Tahoe and Caesars Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 04/30/2017 - 7:31am
Event Date:
July 9, 2017 - 6:30pm Employees from the original Park Tahoe (1978-1979) and early years of Caesars Tahoe (1979-1985) are gathering again this summer for the second reunion of former co-workers and their families.
They gathered in 2012 and the event was such a big success, organizers decided to do it again based on the feedback they received over the last five years.
This year's event will be held at MontBleu Casino Resort on July 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The cost is $89 per person and covers everything including a DVD with memories of the old days and a souvenir tee shirt. Bar is not included.
Teen arrested as suspect in murder of relative in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/29/2017 - 11:05pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) deputies responding to a suspicious circumstances call Friday night found the body of a 41-year-old man inside a Diamond Springs residence just before 11:00 p.m.
The unidentified man was the victim of apparent gunshot.
Deputies found the victim's truck missing as well as a juvenile family member who was reportedly at the residence.
Detectives who had been called to the scene to investigate the crime located the victim’s truck being driven in the area near the residence. They found the juvenile relative inside the truck and was detained.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/29/2017 - 10:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 182 calls between April 17-23, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
4/17
Arson in the 700 block of Emerald Bay Road - man accused of setting co-worker's car on fire
4/18
Transient/Homeless in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Road
Evading at Armstrong/O'Malley Avenues
4/19
Warrant in the 3500 block of Bobby Grey Cir
Domestic Battery in the 3500 block of Bobby Grey Cir
4/20
100s join People's Climate March in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/29/2017 - 6:31pm
People marched to the White House. People marched in New York. People marched in London, and people marched in South Lake Tahoe.
According to organizers, an estimated 400-500 people marched from Lakeview Commons to Earth Day festivities at Bijou community Party Saturday morning. South Lake Tahoe marchers were young, old, two-legged and four-legged, with many carrying signs to promote the protection of the environment.
Lake Tahoe roadside boat inspection stations open for season
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/29/2017 - 6:51am
Boating season in Lake Tahoe is here, and with it comes the return of roadside stations that will inspect and decontaminate motorized boats and watercraft heading to the lake.
All motorized watercraft require inspection for aquatic invasive species (AIS) prior to launching into Lake Tahoe, Fallen Leaf Lake and Echo Lake. Invasive species, such as quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, and hydrilla, are known to multiply quickly and colonize underwater surfaces, including docks and piers, water supply and filtration systems, buoys, moored boats, and even the beautiful rocky shoreline.
Widespread fire operations to continue in Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/29/2017 - 6:35am
North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, California State Parks, and the U.S. Forest Service are planning to continue prescribed fire operations next week beginning May 1. If conditions are favorable operations will take place in the following areas:
A) Glenbrook Area - 30 acres
B) Lower Kingsbury Area - 5 acres
C) Upper Jennifer/Tyner Area - 32 acres
D) Sugar Pine - 5 acres
E) Highway 50 and Logan Creek - 50 acres
F) SR89 and Grass Lake/ Luther Pass - 30 acres
G) SR89 and Fallen Leaf Lake Road - 40 acres
H) SR267/Brockway Summit - 40 acres
One dies in Pollock Pines house fire
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 9:09pm
Firefighters responding to a house fire on in Pollock Pines Friday morning found a body in the home as they were extinguishing the fire.
El Dorado County Fire responded to the 5:30 a.m. fire on North Street.
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office (EDSO) responded to begin an investigation along with the El Dorado County fire investigators. At this point the decedent cannot be identified according to Sgt. Tasha Thompson of EDSO.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Work to begin next week on Highway 50 Project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 8:25pm
Work is set to begin next week on reconstrucing a two-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe.
The $56 million Caltrans project from the “Y” intersection with State Highway 89 to the Trout Creek Bridge will build drainage systems to treat stormwater runoff as part of the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program (EIP), a multi-agency effort created to protect and improve the natural and recreational resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Be a Greek for a day at the North Lake Tahoe Glendi Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 2:31pm
Event Date:
May 6, 2017 - 6:30pm Be a Greek for a day at Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort on the beach on Tahoe's North Shore on May 6 during a traditional Glendi Greek Festival. The public is invited to attend and enjoy authentic Greek dancers and music, traditional food and drink, singing and dancing (instructions provided).
Everyone invited and it's only $10 per person.
The festival is part of a three-day event at the resort which is located at 6834 North Lake Boulevard in Tahoe Vista.
Friday, May 5th
3:00 pm. Check-in for Motel Guests
7:00 p.m. Wine Tasting Party
8:30 p.m. S’mores on the Beach
Location
Mourlatos Lakeshore Resort
6834 North Lake Blvd
Tahoe Vista, CA
United States
39° 14' 24.2052" N, 120° 3' 8.6436" W
See map: Google Maps
Nevada tourism honors South Shore and Carson Valley residents
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 1:40pm
The Nevada Division of Tourism recognized outstanding members of the state’s rural tourism industry at the VolunTourism Awards Dinner April 27 in Elko. The awards ceremony was a highlight of the state’s annual Rural Roundup conference.
“Tourism is a significant component of rural Nevada economies,” Claudia Vecchio, Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs director, said. “It is a $2.3 billion industry that continues to grow thanks to the efforts of the tourism professionals in rural Nevada. It is our pleasure to recognize those efforts with this year’s VolunTourism awards.”
South Lake Tahoe man who led NHP on chase tries to escape jail
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 11:59am
A 24-year-old Tahoe man jailed Wednesday after leading Nevada Highway Patrol troopers on a vehicle pursuit from Highway 50 Spooner to downtown Carson City, faces charges of attempting to escape and destruction of jail property, a sheriff’s deputy said.
According to the arrest report, a deputy assigned to the jail on Thursday responded to the housing pod for an inmate, Jesus Salvador Herrera-Casas, attempting to climb through the ceiling. Deputies responded and saw the man climbing up into the ceiling through the ceiling tiles.
Full schedule of events in South Lake Tahoe this weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 9:28am
There is a full slate of events in South Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area this weekend. On Al Tahoe Boulevard, one can hit the Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show, Earth Day, and Ladies' Morning Out on Saturday.
Ready for a week of sun? Warming trend in store for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 9:02am
As Heavenly Mountain Resort celebrates a final weekend of skiing, those looking for warmer weather for biking, walking or yard work should have a week of nice and mild temps in Lake Tahoe. While not quite sunbathing weather, the highs will be creeping towards 70 before another system hits the area at the end of next week.
Because of the warmer temperatures, there is a flood advisory in effect for area rivers due to snow melt.
Here is the 7-day forecast from the National Weather Service:
Today - Sunny, with a high near 53. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
2017 Regional Transportation Plan approved
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 8:10am
Stateline, Nevada – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board on Wednesday unanimously approved the 2017 Regional Transportation Plan, Linking Tahoe. The long-term transportation plan is reviewed and updated every four years as a blueprint to prioritize investments to improve Lake Tahoe’s transportation system over the next 20-plus years.
Kudos: Bread and Broth thanks Pay It Forward fund
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 8:32pm
Through the generosity of the John McDougall Pay It Forward Lake Tahoe Community Fund held at the Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation, Bread & Broth provided a roasted chicken dinner with all of the fixings at its Monday Meal on April 24. The $250 grant funds enabled B&B to serve 107 meals and provide for 26 takeout meals to the grateful dinner guests who arrived at St. Theresa’s Grace Hall for the weekly Monday Meal.
Sugar Pine Foundation gets musician Jack Johnson's help this summer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 5:17pm
As of 2016, the Sugar Pine Foundation has spearheaded the plating of over 94,000 sugar pine seedlings within 1,696 acres while involving over 6,600 volunteers, and the 2017 season is here.
Construction resumes on Incline Village to Sand Harbor shared use trail
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 4:51pm
Beginning May 1, single lane closures will take place on State Route 28 south of Incline Village as the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) launches the second season of shared-use path construction and highway safety, accessibility and water quality enhancements.
Mother's Day Diaper Drive throughout the community
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 12:36pmChoices for Children is hosting a Mother’s Day Diaper drive during the month of May. Please donate any size of diapers at the following locations between May 1-31, 2017:
• The South Lake Tahoe Library
• Jubilee Kids Academy
• Under the Magic Pine Tree
• The South Tahoe Association of REALTORS
• South Lake Tahoe Senior Center
• Bright Beginnings, Inc.
• The Tahoe Tot Spot
• SLT Recreation Center/Pool Complex
• The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
• Lake Tahoe Preschool
• LTCC Child Development Center
• Pequeños Rascals Learning Center
• Appleseeds Academy
Location
Choices for Children
1029 Takela Drive Suite 1
United States
38° 56' 40.3548" N, 119° 58' 7.212" W
See map: Google Maps
Budget the focus of special South Tahoe Public Utility meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 9:50am
Event Date:
May 4, 2017 - 6:00pm
The public is invited to a budget meeting of the South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) Board of Directors on Thursday, May 4 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the STPUD board room at 1275 Meadow Crest Drive in South Lake Tahoe.
The purpose of the meeting is to review the proposed 2017-18 budget and ten-year financial and capital improvement plan for the District.
31-Day challenge returns to address mental health awareness
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 9:18am
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – Mental Health Awareness Month kicks into gear on May 1. Community members and visitors are encouraged to participate in 31 days of challenges, activities, and events to honor their own mental well-being and reduce the misconceptions about mental health.
Local events include:
4th Annual Mental Health Forum
Tuesday, May 9 - 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Student Union at South Tahoe High School
Flood Advisory issued for the Truckee River from North Lake Tahoe to Reno
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 9:34pm
Water management officials increased the flow out of Lake Tahoe Wednesday afternoon, prompting warnings of minor flooding along the Truckee River from the dam to Truckee, and abnormally high flows along the river through Reno and Sparks. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flood advisory for Placer, Nevada, and Southern Washoe County County through 2:45 p.m. Tuesday May 2.
NDOT reschedules SR28 restriping project - slated to start Thursday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 6:02pm
Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has rescehduled their restriping project on State Route 28 at Lake Tahoe again, and have moved it up to Thursday, April 27 and Friday, April 28. Motorists can expect travel delays.
Reduced speed limits and travel delays of up to 30 minutes should be anticipated between approximately 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. each day. The mobile road striping operation is scheduled to begin at the State Route 28/U.S. 50 Spooner junction and move westward to the Nevada-California state line.
Tahoe Art League hosts exhibit in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 5:35pm
Event Date:
May 1, 2017 - 6:30pm
Participants in El Dorado County Wellness Center programs will have a chance to show off their artistic skills in the “Each Mind Matters” art exhibit hosted by the Tahoe Art League from May 1 to May 5. The exhibit is in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month and will be kicked off with with an artist's reception and awards ceremony in the school's Commons on May 1 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
Winners of TRPA Lake Spirit Awards announced
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 2:00pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) honored four people with Lake Spirit Awards Wednesday who have shown exceptional commitment to protecting Lake Tahoe and fostering a spirit of collaboration in their work and volunteer time.
This year’s award winners do everything from helping protect Lake Tahoe communities from wildfire and aquatic invasive species to promoting alternative transportation and sustainable lifestyles.
Last day of school for Lake Tahoe Unified students still unknown
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 1:22pm
The last day of school for students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) is still unknown, it could be June 16 or June 27, or some point in between.
LTUSD asked for a waiver of the seven snow / flood days they used in January. Today, the District Office heard from the California Department of Education (CDE), but just to let them know it'd be another two weeks until they had an answer for their request.
Pollock Pines woman sentenced to 10 years after $9M tax fraud scheme
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 12:27pm
Teresa Marty will be spending the next ten years in prison after causing the IRS to pay more than $9 million in false refunds.
The 57-year-old Pollock Pines woman owned Advanced Financial Services (AFS), a tax return preparation business located in Placerville. She conspired with her office manager, Pamela Harris and Rebecca Bandera-Marty to file more than 250 fraudulent federal tax returns claiming more than $60 million in refunds.
Volunteers sought for Amgen Women's Race in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 11:07am
The committee organizing Amgen Breakaway from Heart DiseaseTM Women's Race empowered with SRAM at Lake Tahoe, May 11-12 is looking for volunteers to help out in several areas.
Positions include course marshals, security and check-in. Marshals assist race staff and local law enforcement authorities along the route monitoring pedestrian traffic, road closures, and updating spectators as the race progresses. No experience is necessary.
Chase that started on Spooner Summit ends in downtown Carson City crash
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 7:14am
12:30 p.m. update - The driver was identified as Jesus Herrarea-Casas from South Lake Tahoe. He was placed under arrest and taken to the Carson City Sheriff’s Office for booking on charges of Eluding Police, Reckless driving, Disregard Traffic control device(s), Speeding, and driving without a valid license. He may also be charged with DUI, pending the test results according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.
Herrarea-Casas made it all the way to downtown Carson City before a Nevada Highway Patrol Sergeant decided that the pursuit had to end due to the danger it created for the public.
South Shore gaming income drops in March; State is up over 7%
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 6:45am
Casinos on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe had a gaming "win" of $16,742,788 in March, 2.3 percent less than they did in the same month last year according to a report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
The gaming "win" represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
Even with a loss in March, local casinos are still 5.45 percent up from 2016.
U16 girls from South Lake Tahoe win first place in Carson City Comstock Tournament
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 6:32am
Eighteen girls from South Lake Tahoe came home from the Carson City Comstock Tournament victorious after winning the U16 division.
In the team photo above are:
Back Row: Lexy Trejo-Osorio, Ava Campbell, Shaylynn Walters, Addy Burrow, Alize Hernandez, Brittney Medona-Cruz, Maddi French, Brianna Johns, and Kendall Rangel.
Front Row: Ashley Trejo-Osorio, Lexi Kixmiller, Karina Novoa-Diaz, Genesis Alvarez, Meagan Kiesow, Marissa Orizaba, Melanie Sanchez, Sandra Rohr, and Destiny Olivas.
Coaches: Robert Sanchez and Janelle Burrow
Annual Gambler's Poker Run - 4X4 Event
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 8:53pm
Event Date:
August 19, 2017 (All day) Join in the Annual Gambler's Poker Run hosted by Lake Tahoe Hi Lo's on August 19, 2017.
Registration - Main Camp are located 25 miles south of So. Lake Tahoe near
Markleeville, Calif., at junction of Hwy 4 & Wolf Creek Road on the east fork of the Carson River. Enjoy beautiful Toiyabe National Forest, in the heart of the Sierras, with free dry camping.
The Run -This is a guided, slow moving 4-wheel drive trip through the Deer Valley trail area, with BBQ and raffle afterwards. Limited to properly equipped vehicles.
Location
Junction of HWY 4 and Wolf Creek Rd, Markleeville
United States
See map: Google Maps
Local man arrested on burglary charges after found inside Al Tahoe Post Office
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 3:45pm
A South Lake Tahoe man remains behind bars today after being arrested early Monday morning on suspicion of burglary.
On April 24 at 2:00 a.m., South Lake Tahoe Police officers responding to an alarm found 21-year-old Zachary L. Mulcahy wearing a stolen postal employee jacket inside the locked portion of the main post office. Mulcahy is accused of breaking into mailboxes while inside as he had allegedly had mail on his person that didn't belong to him.
Two new deputies for Douglas County Sheriff's Office
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 2:44pm
Douglas County Sheriff Ron Pierini recently swore in two new deputies for his department, Grace Strachan and Dominic Lavezzo.
Deputy Grace Strachan grew up in Nevada and, after high school graduation, attended Sul Ross University in Alpine, Texas where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. After college she attended Texas Basic Police Academy and was hired as a police officer for Sul Ross University Police Department. Deputy Strachan returned to Nevada and recently employed as a public safety dispatcher for Nevada DPS while she sought a peace officer position.
Health column: The Balancing Act
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 2:25pm
Does it just seem like we need more than 24 hours in a day? I often think if I had eight more hours in a day that I could get so much more done. I realize this is an illusion and, in reality, the items on my list are never-ending. But for some reason the cultural message is that we are superhumans. We can do it all, get everything done, and look good while doing it.
Public comment encouraged on US 50 Revitalization Project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 12:13pm
For the next 75 days the public is encouraged to comment on environmental documents concerning the US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project, also known as the Loop Road.
Jointly, the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD), Federal Highway Administration, and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency released the Environment Impact Statement (NEPA), Environmental Impact Report (CEQA), and Environmental Impact Statement (TRPA). All of these detailed reports are available on line here: tahoetransportation.org/us50.
Minden man dies after crash with semi on US395
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 10:49am
A fatal crash on Monday morning near Gardnverville, Nevada claimed the lift of a 53-year-old Minden man.
At approximately 9:23 a.m. on April 24, troopers from the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) responded to the crash near US395 and Ray May Way.
The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2012 Freightliner semi-truck was traveling south on US395, south of Gardnerville. For unknown reasons, a black 2003 Cadillac STS, traveling northbound veered into the path of semi-truck, resulting in a head on collision.
Tahoe Chamber After Five mixer at two South Lake Tahoe restaurants
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 10:34am
Event Date:
April 27, 2017 - 5:00pm
The next Tahoe Chamber After Five Mixer will be a joint event with members and locals invited to both the Blue Angel Cafe and neighboring Chimayo Street Grill in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday, April 27 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
This all-inclusive social event offers the South Shore the opportunity to mix and mingle with local business owners, young professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.
April's After Five will begin with happy hour at Chimayo Street Grill then the party moves over to Blue Angel Cafe for tasty appetizers and delicious drink specials.
South Tahoe Board of Realtors 'Lunch and Learn' to focus on radon
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 10:03am
Event Date:
April 26, 2017 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Association of Realtors (STAOR) have invited the public to learn about radon, something that is prevalent in the Lake Tahoe basin due to the high amount of granite in the area. On Wednesday, April 26 from noon to 1:00 p.m., join STAOR in their board room at 2307 James Avenue and listen to a presentation by Jim Gorman of Tahoe Radon.
Jim is a licensed contractor and is certified by the National Radon Proficiency program. He will cover the potential risks this radioactive gas has and how to mitigate them through a safe environment.
Join in on helping others during "Pay it Forward Week" in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/25/2017 - 8:43am
Most places take just one day to officially "Pay it Forward" but one person in the South Lake Tahoe community has made it his goal to cause a ripple effect of kindness through the community for a whole week.
International "Pay it Forward" day is on Friday, April 28 and more than 80 countries and 70 cities across America have made proclamations to join the global initiative and make a difference by creating a huge ripple of kindness across the world. Small acts of kindness, when multiplied by millions of people, can literally change the world for the better.
NDOT: SR28 striping rescheduled; Lane shift at bottom of Spooner
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 9:19pm
Drivers heading off the hill and going into Carson City via U.S. 50 need to be aware of lane shifts on the highway near South Carson Street. The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) will be reducing traffic down to one lane in each direction, and shifting it slightly to the south, starting the evening of Tuesday, April 25 and into early May.
Pro soccer team Reno 1868 FC to play LTCC in exhibition game Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 7:14pm
Event Date:
April 25, 2017 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.— Tuesday will be a historical night of soccer at Lake Tahoe Community College as the new professional soccer team, Reno 1868 FC, heads to the south shore to play an exhibition game against the college's men's soccer team. This will be the first professional soccer team to ever play in Tahoe.
On April 25, At 7:00 p.m. the teams will play under the lights at the LTCC home field. Admission is free and open to the public. Reno 1868 FC will sign autographs following the game.
Caltrans pulls tree over to get traffic moving again on SR-89
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 6:39pm
7:50 p.m. update - Caltrans crews have moved the tree over to get traffic moving again. It is now open.
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State Route 89 around Emerald Bay is currently closed after a tree fell onto the road way about one-half mile south of Eagle Falls overlooking Vikingsholm.
Caltrans and the CHP have closed the road to clear the tree which fell at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Monday, April 24.
National Drug Take Back Day in South Lake Tahoe and Douglas County
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 3:37pm
Event Date:
April 29, 2017 (All day)
Thousands of communities across the United States will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration “National Drug Take Back” day scheduled for Saturday, April 29 in South Lake Tahoe, Zephyr Cove, and spots in the Carson Valley.
46,000 people a year die from drug overdoses and more than half of those die from prescription opioid overdoses. Four out of five new users of heroin began with abusing prescription opioids.
RVs, beach sand and summer music on Tahoe Paradise Resort board meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 2:32pm
Event Date:
April 27, 2017 - 7:00pm
The public is invited to the next Tahoe Paradise Improvement District Board of Directors on Thursday, April 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the park's clubhouse.
The following items are on the agenda for discussion and vote:
1. Special meeting in May (possibly May 11) on potential conversion to recreation and park district.
2. Approval of Prop 1 grant applications (due April 28)
3. Tennis/Pickleball Court usage and charges
4. Disc golf at park update
5. RVs in the park
6. Surplus equipment removal update
7. Beach sand project, deck, ADA and ADA Parking
Best Tasting Water in Nevada award goes to Cave Rock
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 1:58pm
For the third in four years, water in Douglas County has won the Best Tasting Water award for the state of Nevada.
The Nevada Rural Water Association (NvRWA) announced that the Cave Rock Water Treatment Plant had won first place at their recent conference in Reno. The service area includes Cave Rock, Lakeside and Skyland systems next to beautiful Lake Tahoe.
Cannabis and the teen brain; Teenagers urged to wait before inhaling
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 1:35pm
Therapist Jennifer Golick has one piece of advice for young people who want to try marijuana: “Just wait.”
The teen brain isn’t just an adult brain with fewer miles on it, doctors and scientists say. It’s a beta version, still under construction.
So external influences — say, daily bong hits — can have a much greater long-term impact on a teen brain than they would on the brain of a 25-year-old grad student, 45-year-old professional or 65-year-old retiree.
Western Nevada College expands online offerings
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 9:30am
Western Nevada College (WNC) in Carson City has now made it easier for busy adults to carve out time in their lives to pursue a higher education. They have added a number of classes, degrees and certificates of achievement that students can complete online.
The addition of online offerings enables individuals seeking to advance their education the ability to do so while maintaining their personal commitments to work and/or family.
LTCC students heading to renown ceramics conference
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 8:00am
Students in the Art Club at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) are gearing up for their annual participation in the California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Art (CCACA) conference in Davis from April 28-30. LTCC students are designing and installing a personalized exhibition that will be on display throughout the conference, joining 40 other regional schools with exhibitions installed at locations all around downtown Davis.
Windy, cooler and wet on Monday; warming by end of week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/23/2017 - 10:24pm
Rain, snow, sunshine, repeat. The weekly forecast for Lake Tahoe is getting to be repetitious this Spring.
The 7-day forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno starts the week off with a chance of snow but wraps it up with sunny days in the 60s.
Monday - Scattered rain and snow showers before 11am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 45. Breezy, with a southwest wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
"A Taste of Adventure" spot with artisan beers opens in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/23/2017 - 9:11pm
It took just minutes to fill up Lake Tahoe Aleworx Taproom & Pizzeria Thursday when they opened their doors officially for the first time. Friends, family, firemen and those looking for a great selection of beer and wood-fired pizza all came to see what the newest spot to open in South Lake Tahoe was all about.
Housed in the former Factory Stores at the Y, Aleworx is the first of two restaurants that will make their home at the new Crossing at Tahoe Valley.
