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Upper Truckee River recedes, 110.65 billion gallons of water added to Lake Tahoe in 2017
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/11/2017 - 10:36am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. = Rain and snow in 2017 has brought Lake Tahoe up to levels not seen since the summer of 2013, and they may pass that point this week.
As of February 11, 2017, the lake is 3.14 feet above its natural rim with an elevation of 6,226.14 feet above sea level. To reach the maximum elevation, Lake Tahoe has just 2.86 feet to go, 1.14 to reach "full."
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/11/2017 - 9:39am
Food morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Saturday, February 11.
FINALLY A BREAK IN THE STORM CYCLE AND SHAPING UP TO BE A BEAUTIFUL DAY FOR MAKING TURNS ON FRESH SNOW… SLOPES WILL BE CROWDED TODAY, SO HAVE PATIENCE AND BE SAFE!
SURFACE CONDITIONS ARE WET SNOW ON LOWER ELEVATION SLOPES, POWDER & MACHINE GROOMED… STAY OUT OF THE BACKCOUNTRY TODAY…
Highway 50 remains closed at Ice House, I80 eastbound, SR88 open
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/11/2017 - 8:09am
Caltrans is still working on clearing the mud slide at Ice House Road which has kept Highway 50 closed since Friday afternoon.
As of 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning, Highway 50 is closed but SR88 is open with chain controls, I80 is open to eastbound traffic and some detours off the highway are available for westbound travelers.
No estimated time of opening but Caltrans is providing updates at noon Saturday.
Carson City deputy plucks teen stuck in waist deep mud along flooded hiking trail
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 11:16pm
A 13-year-old girl who became stuck up to her waist in a mud bog along a hiking trail near Combs Canyon was plucked to safety Friday afternoon by a Carson City sheriff’s deputy.
Kaitlin Schultz said she was “very cold” but “very happy” to be found safe after she had stepped into a four-foot deep mud hole and was unable to free herself along a hiking trail near Ormsby and Combs Canyon Road in northwest Carson City.
Power out to much of Kingsbury Grade area on South Shore
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 9:42pm
11:20 p.m. update: Power is coming back on to many residents who've been without it much of Friday night. Nevada Energy is now showing 502 customers still out in the 89449 area, 193 in the 89410, 45 in 89448, 31 in 89460 and 4 in 89423.
Liberty Utilities outages remain the same.
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10:55 p.m. update: Liberty Utilities reports more Lake Tahoe customers are without power. In El Dorado County 143 customers, and in Placer County, 105 customers are without power.
With Highway 50 closed, Sheriff tells drivers: Do not go by your GPS!
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 9:14pm
With the closure of Hwy 50 due to a mudslide, several motorists have taken to their GPS units to try to navigate around the closure. This has led to numerous parties getting stuck on roads that are closed during the winter, and in the end, has tied up valuable resources rescuing them from deep snow or impassable roads.
In the winter, the only safe alternate route when Hwy 50 is closed is to use SR88 to the South, or I80 to the North. You can take Hwy 49 in Placerville to reach either one. At this time though, both alternative routes are closed.
Roads around Lake Tahoe a mess, I80 closed due to mudslide, Hwy 50 closed again near Ice House
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 1:17pm4:30 p.m. update: Just as the Highway 50 opened, it is once again closed in both directions due to a "large mud slide" at Ice House Road, the third slide on Highway 50 today.
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4:30 p.m. update: Highway 50 through Kyburz is back open. Traffic is reduced to one-lane controlled traffic, but moving.
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Douglas County declares State of Emergency
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 12:42pm
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners have declared a State of Emergency due to a flood and wind event that took place over the last couple of days. The flood event is supposed to continue into the duration of the weekend. The declaration has been submitted to the State of Nevada and will allow regional partners to speed up the delivery of resources required to more effectively aid in requesting additional resources, aid in recovery, and meet the needs of the community during a time of crisis.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 9:53am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Friday, February 10.
WINTER STORM WARNING CONTINUES THRU 1:00AM SATURDAY MORNING. RAIN & SNOW EXPECTED WITH SNOW LEVEL AT 6500 FEET. MODERATE TO STRONG GUSTY WINDS CONTINUED WITH RIDGE GUSTS UP TO 85MPH THAT WILL HAMPER THE OPERATION OF UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFT. EXPECT DELAYS IN ALL LIFTS OPENING AFTER SNOW SAFETY PROCEDURES…
WEAR YOUR GORE-TEX OUTERWEAR WITH A HOOD AND TAKE A SKIGEE OR CLOTH TO WIPE GOGGLES… BE SAFE AND SKI & RIDE WITH A BUDDY IF YOU GO OFF-PISTE.
Lake Tahoe road and weather report
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 7:54am
One constant topic in South Lake Tahoe this week: the weather and flooding. As of Friday morning, that rain has turned to snow.
A Flood Watch expires in South Lake Tahoe at 9:15 a.m. Friday and the Winter Storm is still in effect until 1:00 a.m. Saturday morning.
Weather:
Today - Rain, possibly mixed with snow. High near 43. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.
Friday Schools: SLT schools open, Incline closed, 2 hour delays at others
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 7:15amHeavy rain and snow has created some travel issues for school buses around the lake and in Washoe County. Here is an update of school schedules for Friday, February 10:
Lake Tahoe Unified School District is open (all South Lake Tahoe Schools)
Incline Village and all of Washoe County schools are closed
Tahoe Truckee schools are on a two-hour delay
Douglas County schools at the lake are on a main bus stop schedule only
Rain still falling in South Lake Tahoe, snow moving in at upper elevations
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 6:52pm
Rain is still falling in South Lake Tahoe but chain controls are starting to go up at upper elevations as snow begins to fall. Up to 1"-2" more precipitation is still expected Thursday night at the 6,200 ft elevation.
Lake level rain is forecast to end Friday with a winter storm warning in place until Saturday morning at 1:00 a.m. 4"-7" of snow is expected in South Lake Tahoe during that time.
Weekend traffic congestion in Meyers to be discussed at Monday meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 5:36pm
Event Date:
February 13, 2017 - 6:00pm
El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel is inviting all county residents to join in a discussion about the traffic congestion in Meyers every weekend and holiday, hampering locals in their movement along surface roads and the highway.
As visitors depart South Lake Tahoe, many have become aware of side streets via google and phone apps, thus finding another route that they think is getting them around the backup.
Rebelution and their Good Vibes Tour headed to Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 5:24pm
The summer concert schedule in South Lake Tahoe is starting to fill up with the addition of another one at Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harvey's outdoor arena.
“California Reggae” band Rebelution will return on Friday evening, June 30. The popuar band will be joined on their “Good Vibes” tour by Nahko and Medicine for the People; Collie Buddz; Hirie; and DJ Mackle.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 9:59am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!!
Today is Thursday, February 9.
WINTER STORM WARNING IN AFFECT FROM 10:00AM THRU 1:00AM SATURDAY. RAIN & STRONG GUSTY WINDS REPORTED AT RESORTS WITH MOST ALL RESORTS CLOSED. CALL AHEAD…
OPEN RESORTS:
HEAVENLY: CALIFORNIA BASE SIDE OPEN UP TO TOP OF POWDER BOWL.
SIERRA AT TAHOE: LOWER FRONT SIDE LIFTS TURNING UP TO TOP OF NOB HILL
DIAMOND PEAK: LOWER LIFTS & TOWS TURNING
NORTHSTAR: STARTING WITH FRONT SIDE LIFTS
SUGAR BOWL: LOWER LIFTS TURNING
Jack Johnson latest entertainer announced for Lake Tahoe outdoor arena at Harveys
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 9:54am
And then there were three.
The third concert booked for the summer of 2017 for the Harvey's Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert series has been announced. On July 28, singer-songwriter Jack Johnson will perform as part of his summer tour, bringing his popular blend of music to the South Shore. Presale ticket sales begin February 15 with public sales on February 17.
He joins Train with O.A.R. and Third Eye Blind as acts booked so far for the popular concert series.
Flooding, highway and road closures in South Lake Tahoe and Meyers
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 9:23am
11:45 a.m. update: A large boulder has rolled onto Highway 50 near Bridal Veil Falls in the eastbound lane. Be prepared for diverted traffic.
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There are several flooded areas in the South Lake Tahoe and Meyers areas, resulting in some road closures.
As of 9:00 a.m. Thursday, the following roads are experiencing flooding:
Tahoe Keys - State Streets and Tahoe Keys Blvd
Bijou Area - Bill Avenue, Shirley Avenue, Betty Rae Ct, Vanda Lee, Woodbine Avenue
Portions of Glenwood Way
Portions of Pioneer Trail
Portions of lake Tahoe Blvd between the Y and High School
High winds, heavy rain and snow in South Lake Tahoe 3-day forecast
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 8:13am
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Warm Warning, Lake Wind Advisory and Flood Watch for South Lake Tahoe, and all three are in effect on Thursday, February 9.
Flood Watch Thursday 10:00 a.m. to Friday 4:00 a.m.
Another period of heavy rain is expected today and tonight with even higher flows and more flooding possible. Areas where snow has clogged drainage paths may remain flooded for longer periods of time. More rock and mud slides may also occur and impact travel.
Highway 50 near Kyburz reopens after mud flows over roadway
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 10:42pm
Caltrans closed part of Highway 50 near Kyburz Wednesday afternoon to allow them time to clean up a river of mud that was flowing over the roadway.
Travelers between Placerville and South Lake Tahoe had up to an hour delay as crews cleaned out overflowing culverts to get the water moving in a direction that wouldn't hamper drivers.
With more heavy rains on the way, and ground that is already saturated, residents and drivers can expect more of the same through Friday.
South Lake Tahoe speaker to discuss future of Social Security, Medicare, ACA
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 5:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE – What’s in the future for Social Security and Medicare and how might changes in the Affordable Care Act affect your Medicare coverage?
Those topics will be discussed in a community presentation set for Monday, Feb. 27, at 5:30 p.m. in the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center, 3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd. The featured speaker, Kathleen Newton, will describe the current structure and financing of the Social Security and Medicare systems and provide information about current Congressional legislative initiatives that may affect both programs.
Flooding around Lake Tahoe prompts road closures
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 3:05pm
A flood warning remains in effect for South Lake Tahoe until Wednesday evening. One storm system will be leaving the area as a new atmospheric river heads into the region on Thursday.
Flood watch warning is now in place for Thursday at 10:00 a.m. to Friday at 4:00 a.m. This will be combine with a winter storm warning starting at the same time and going until Saturday at 1:00 a.m. Those warnings will be replaced with a dry period over the weekend with sunny clear skies and temperatures into the 40s and 50s.
The rain has caused some road closures:
Highway 50 on Lake Tahoe's east shore closed due to new rock slides
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 1:40pm
LAKE TAHOE, NEV. - Two more boulders have come off the hill onto Highway 50 north of Cave Rock, causing transportation officials to temporarily close down the road in both directions on Wednesday, February 8.
The boulders, both larger than a vehicle, came down in the last two hours at Logan Creek, the same area where boulders rolled onto the roadway on Monday and Tuesday. All of the boulders have been larger than the size of a passenger vehicle.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 1:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of some of the 218 calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to between January 24 and January 30, 2017.
Calls resulting in arrests:
1/24
Disturbance in the 4100 block of Manzanita
1/25
Unlicensed driver in the 3900 block of Pioneer Trail
1/26
Drunk in Public in the 2100 block of South Ave
1/27
Unlicensed driver at Lakeview Ave and Harrison Ave
1/28
Unlicensed driver on Montreal Rd
Avalanche takes out power to Fallen Leaf Lake, no reported damage
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 11:45am
An avalanche near the Stanford Sierra Camp on the shores of Fallen Leaf Lake near Lake Tahoe took out a main power line, causing the area to be without power for much of Tuesday.
Camp officials said there was no damage. Snow came down the mountain as it does about every other year, coming to rest against one of the Stanford Camp's cabins as well as an employee restroom.
Liberty Utilities crews were called out at 10:30 a.m. February 7 to repair the power line and restore power to 25 customers. Power was back up to all by 3:00 a.m. Wednesday.
Tahoe Truckee Unified School District receives largest rebate ever awarded by Liberty Utilities
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 11:21am
Almost $20,000 was recently awarded to the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District (TTUSD) for improvements made in 2016 to increase energy efficiency at two school facilities.
Even though the check Liberty Utilities gave to TTUSD was for $19,638.42, the district can expect more than $15,700 in annual energy bill savings.
The rebate represented the largest incentive payment provided to any commercial customer by Liberty Utilities since it began operations in the Lake Tahoe and surrounding region.
The district made the following two changes:
Power outage to Lake Tahoe west and north shore, over 4,000 customers affected
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 11:01am
5:10 p.m. update: There are currently electrical outages in South Lake Tahoe affecting about 162 customers. Crews are already working diligently to restore power to all customers.
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1:20 p.m. update: Power has been restored to all Placer County and El Dorado County customers affected by this morning's outage on the west and north shores of Lake Tahoe.
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There is a widespread power outage in the Lake Tahoe area affecting 4,125 customers of Liberty Utilities.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 9:25am
Good morning Lake Tahoe skiers and riders! If you are visiting, welcome to the lake!
Today is February 8, 2017
RAIN & MIXED PRECIPITATION CONTINUES TODAY WITH SNOW LEVEL BETWEEN 8500 – 9000 FEET. GUSTY RIDGE TOP WINDS WILL HAMPER THE OPERATION OF LIFTS AND OPENING TERRAIN. CALL AHEAD…
WEAR YOUR GORE-TEX OUTERWEAR WITH A HOOD AND TAKE A SKIGEE OR CLOTH TO WIPE GOGGLES… BE SAFE AND SKI & RIDE WITH A BUDDY IF YOU GO OFF-PISTE.
City of South Lake Tahoe making changes to retiree health care plan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/07/2017 - 9:29pm
Eligible retirees from the City of South Lake Tahoe will soon be able to opt out of the City's medical insurance plan and get the money to use as they wish.
The City Council voted Tuesday to give the one time offer to their 145 retirees. How much they'll get is based on their years of service and number of years to being eligible for Medicare. They will be notified what their compensation offer will be.
Flooding affects homes and roads in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/07/2017 - 7:54pm
There were several areas through South Lake Tahoe that experienced flooding on Tuesday as rain from an atmospheric river hit the region, with two Meyers area streets getting the brunt of the storm.
Caltrans, El Dorado County and City of South Lake Tahoe crews, along with homeowners worked through the day to get standing water off the road, out of driveways and even homes.
City Council approves new residential marijuana cultivation ordinance
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/07/2017 - 6:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - As the State of California figures out how commercial sales of recreational marijuana will be handled in 2018, the City of South Lake Tahoe has adjusted the marijuana ordinance to handle residential grows.
With the passage of Proposition 64 in November, residents can grow up to six plants in their homes, and the City changed their medical marijuana ordinance to match the requirements of the new law legalizing recreational use.
Kudos: Bread and Broth thanks Lake Tahoe's Beach Retreat & Lodge
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/07/2017 - 5:12pm
Nikki Verdile, one of the incredible sponsor volunteers from Beach Retreat & Lodge, was really happy to be helping at the Monday Meal at Grace Hall on January 30th. “This opportunity was educational in so many ways” commented Nikki. “I met new people, heard wonderful stories, and best of all, everyone was so thankful for the food and help provided. This was so rewarding and the Beach Retreat is so happy for the opportunity to give back to this beautiful community.”
More rock slides on Highway 50 along Lake Tahoe shoreline
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/07/2017 - 12:40pm
Two boulders came down onto Highway 50 in the Logan Creek area of Lake Tahoe again on Tuesday, close to the same exact area as Monday's large boulder slide.
No vehicles were involved and there were no injuries.
Paint and Sip fundraiser for Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/07/2017 - 6:48am
Event Date:
February 7, 2017 - 6:00pm
Enjoy an evening creating a masterpiece and sipping wine, all for a cause on Tuesday, February 7 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Paint and Sip.
The cost is $40 per person and includes painting with an instructor, a glass of wine and lots of fun.
To reserve your spot, purchase tickets at laketahoepaintsip.com.
Man killed in North Lake Tahoe officer-involved shooting identified
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 8:59pm
The victim in an officer-involved shooting in North Lake Tahoe has been identified as 27-year-old Jose Gonzales Lera from Lakewood, Colorado.
Lera took a female hostage at gunpoint and was eventually shot and killed by Placer County Sheriff's deputies early Friday morning.
Jamie Anderson wins Slopestyle at Mammoth Grand Prix
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 7:43pm
The American snowboarders turned in a stellar performance at the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix slopestyle event on Sunday, sweeping both men’s and women’s podiums. Up-and-comer Red Gerard from Silverthorne, Colo., topped the field to take the win for the men, while South Lake Tahoe's Jamie Anderson continued her global domination with a win for the ladies. Kyle Mack (West Bloomfield, MI) and Hailey Langland (San Clemente, CA) each took second while Dylan Thomas (Kingsley, PA) and Julia Marino (Westport, CT) were third.
China's Olympic freestyle mogul run renamed "Squaw Valley"
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 3:40pm
A delegation made up of Lake Tahoe and Reno area ski and tourism vendors and officials was recently in China to spur both an interest in skiing and snowboarding in China, as well as promoting tourism to the Sierra Nevada.
The ”stoke delegation” from Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows visited the resort’s sister mountain in China, Genting Secret Garden. China will be hosting the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Lake Tahoe weather: Heavy rain, winds and flooding in forecast
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 2:55pm
Ski resorts benefited from the snow left behind during the most recent storm which left a couple of inches of slushy snow at lake level, but 7" to a foot of snow at local ski areas.
The next wave of the storm will hit Lake Tahoe Monday night when the snowfall is replaced with heavy rainfall. The warmer storm will bring a higher risk of flooding to the region, especially to the mountains and foothill locations. Strong winds will also increase the potential for downed trees and power lines.
Forecast from the National Weather Service through Thursday:
El Dorado County and Arizona residents indicted for embezzling more than $200K
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 1:50pm
Placerville resident Jeffrey Scott Davis, 59 has been charged on six counts of conspiracy to commit mail fraud and mail fraud along with Glen Michael Martinka, 67, of Phoenix, Arizona.
A federal grand jury returned the indictment after Davis and Martinka allegedly conspired to embezzle approximately $218,000 from an organic food company by submitting false invoices between December 2008 and April 2012.
Crews remove vehicle-sized boulder that slid onto Highway 50 at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 1:07pm
With the ground saturated by a combination of rain and snow, a vehicle-sized boulder slid into a portion of the eastbound lane of Highway 50 at Lake Tahoe near Logan Creek on Monday morning causing some traffic delays.
No injuries were reported in the incident which happened some time after 7:00 a.m. The eastbound lane was partially blocked by the slide, according to the Nevada Department of Transportation.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 8:58am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Monday, February 6.
WINTER STORM WARNING IS POSTED THROUGH TONIGHT TILL 10:00PM…
IF YOU ARE GOING… KNOW THAT IT IS SNOWING AND BLOWING! WIND & WEATHER ARE AFFECTING LIFTS AT ALL RESORTS…
MT ROSE & DONNER SKI RANCH ARE CLOSED.
HEAVENLY HAS DIPPER, COMET, OLYMPIC, NORTHBOWL & TAMARACK ON WIND HOLD;
DIAMOND PEAK HAS CRYSTAL EXPRESS ON WIND HOLD;
SUGAR BOWL HAS UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFTS ON WIND HOLD;
SQUAW & ALPINE HAVE ALL UPPER MTN LIFTS ON WIND HOLD.
Snow and heavy rain forecast for Lake Tahoe this week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 9:36pm
A winter storm warning is in effect for the Lake Tahoe basin from 10:00 p.m. Sunday night through Monday at 10:00 p.m. with up to 10" of snow forecast for lake level.
As the snow passes Monday night, heavy rains will hit the Sierra, Reno and the Carson Valley with flooding possible in areas of poor drainage, creeks and streams. Rivers may see some rise with the rains.
Chains controls were up on all mountain roads Sunday night.
Forecast from the National Weather Service:
Council to discuss marijuana ordinance for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 6:57pm
With the passage of Proposition 64 in November, South Lake Tahoe and other cities around the state are taking a look at their codes and regulations to be consistent with requirements that came with the legalization of marijuana for personal use. Californians voted 57.13 percent in favor of the proposition. On a local level, the vote was very close in El Dorado County with 50.07 percent of the voters against the legalization of marijuana.
Major project in store for Kings Beach, public comment sought
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 6:13pm
Plans for an upgrade to the recreational facilities at Kings Beach State Recreation Area were unveiled during a public meeting last week. The project includes upgrades to the playground, restrooms, picnic areas, boat ramp and parking area, a relocation of the pier and the addition of an event area and stage, all over the next 20 years.
The California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and the California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) held the meeting to get public feedback, and for those unable to attend the comment/feedback period is available online until February 15, 2017.
Tahoe Chamber After Five networking event
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 1:01pm
Event Date:
February 23, 2017 - 5:00pm
Join the Tahoe Chamber on Thursday, February 23 from 5:00 p.m. at 7:30 p.m. at The Beacon Bar & Grill for After Five, the South Shore’s premiere business networking event. Ticket price includes drinks, appetizers and raffle prizes! Enjoy some libations and make new connections!
The Beacon Bar & Grill is located at 1900 Jameson Beach Rd. in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. Cost is $10 for members and $20 for non-members. Tickets are available at
2017 Miss Carson City and Miss Douglas County crowned
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 12:51pm
A year can pass very quickly. Just ask Samantha Byassee and Karrina Ferris, who were crowned Miss Carson City and Miss Carson City Outstanding Teen, respectively, in 2016.
One year later, the two reigning local titleholders in the Miss America organization turned their crowns over to the 2017 winners Saturday night on stage in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street in Carson City.
"Savor every moment, because a year will go by so fast," Ferris said in her farewell speech to the waiting contestants.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 11:41am
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.
1/29
12:38 a.m. - DUI turnover - Emerald Bay Road - A A SHERIFF'S SERGEANT ON PATROL STOPPED A VEHICLE FOR A TRAFFIC VIOLATION AND RECOGNIZED THAT THE DRIVER WAS
INTOXICATED. 27-YEAR-OLD MALE WAS ARRESTED.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 9:04am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to lake Tahoe!
Today is Sunday, February 5.
GET OUT ON THE MOUNTAIN TODAY BEFORE THE BIG GAME… A BREAK IN WEATHER, BUT STILL MOSTLY CLOUDY SKIES AND ISSUES WITH WINDS AFFECTING SOME UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFTS. CALL AHEAD!
WINTER STORM WARNING IS POSTED TO START TONIGHT THRU TOMORROW NIGHT… 6-10” AT LAKE TAHOE AND 1-2 FEET ALONG THE SIERRA CREST…
SURFACE CONDITIONS CONTINUE TO BE MACHINE GROOMED AND SKIER/RIDER PACKED & FIRM PACKED SNOW WITH FRESH HEAVY POWDER ON TOP.
Tahoe's Natural Diversity: Lake's Edge to Summit at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 7:42am
Event Date:
March 4, 2017 - 12:00pm Tahoe's Natural Diversity: Lakes Edge to Summit. Join Sarah Hockensmith of the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) as she introduces attendees to the diverse landscapes of the Tahoe region from lake level to the tops of the mountains.
To celebrate the Tahoe's natural history, TINS is hosting the Tahoe Nature Chase during 2017. The presentation will cover how different flower, tree, bird, and mammal species adapt as they go up in elevation and what unique creatures you can find around specific elevations in the area.
Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 56' 43.5228" N, 119° 58' 22.2276" W
See map: Google Maps
Winter Storm Warning for Lake Tahoe Sunday night to Monday night
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/04/2017 - 9:22pm
Sunday morning update: The National Weather Service has upgraded their storm observation and there is now a "Winter Storm Warning" in place.
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The next storm heading to Lake Tahoe will be a wet one, and depending on one's elevation, it could be a snowy one as well. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Storm Watch in effect for the area from Sunday night at 10:00 p.m. to Monday night at 10:00 p.m.
Two South Tahoe High wrestlers take first at Northerns, headed to Nevada State Tournament
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/04/2017 - 7:34pm
Truckee High School was the scene of this weekend's two-day 2017 NIAA 3A Northern League Wrestling Championships, with two South Tahoe High athletes moving onto the mats at the Nevada State Wrestling Championships at Spanish Springs High School in Sparks February 10-11.
