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High winds and wet storm brings snow to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/17/2016 - 8:00am
South Lake Tahoe residents saw some dusting of snow overnight Sunday and Monday morning. In the last 48 hours, the Lake Tahoe Airport saw wind gusts 40-52 mph.
Chain controls remain this morning on Highway 89 through Christmas Valley and over Luther Pass, as well as I80 from Kingvale to Donner Lake. Chains are required unless driving a 4WD with snow tires.
A wind advisory remains for Lake Tahoe until 11:00 a.m.
Today - Isolated showers before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 49. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Emerald Fire now 100% contained, road remains closed for cleanup
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/17/2016 - 7:22am
The Emerald Fire is 100 percent contained after burning 176 acres along Highway 89 near South Lake Tahoe.
Debris from the weekend's high winds and torrential rains near the burn area continue to impact the roadway and Highway 89 remains closed until Caltrans completes cleanup. It is closed from Fallen Leaf Lake to Emerald Bay North Gate.
According to Liberty Utilities, all customers have had power restored.
The following areas will be open to residents only:
Three men missing after boat capsizes on June Lake
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 9:22pm
Mono County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) has suspended the search for three men who have been missing in June Lake since their boat capsized on Saturday.
At about 10:00 a.m., a boat carrying five male passengers overtuned. Two of the men were able to swim to shore but the other men have not been found.
The men were vacationing at June Lake, and went out to fish Saturday morning. It is reported that they are from the town of Tehachapi, Calif.
Editorial: Hand over heart, flags down at dusk and in bad weather
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 1:53pm
We've all seen the recent NFL player's protest over the treatment of blacks by not standing during the playing of the National Anthem at games. While I don’t agree with their method, it made me think about the way people respect the flag in general.
When growing up I always heard "Don't let the flag touch the ground," "The flag is only outside during daylight hours and not during rain or bad weather," and, as a Girl Scout, I learned how to fold the flag in the correct manner and learned the flag had to be burned if it was mistreated.
Evacuation orders lifted in Emerald Fire area, Highway 89 remains closed
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 1:26pm
3:15 p.m. update from Liberty Utilities: At this time, Liberty Utilities has restored power to most of their South Lake Tahoe customers who were affected by the Emerald Fire. Crews continue to coordinate with emergency responders to re-energize power lines deemed safe to do so given forecasted weather and fire danger.
While power has been restored in most of the evacuated areas, multiple downed power poles and lines in the Spring Creek area still pose a danger and service to that area may not be restored until as late as Tuesday, 10/18, depending up officials' assessment of conditions.
Plane missing southwest of Lake Tahoe, overdue on trip from Idaho
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 1:10pm
5:00 p.m. update: According to the Acorn News in Jackson, Calif., the missing Cessna 182 is normally hangared in Amador County. Authorities Continuing Search for Missing Cessna 182. They said the plane was expected at Westover Field on Saturday.
The pilot left Idaho, headed to Jackson during a storm in the Sierra. Many pilots will take a southern route to Westover Field, which takes a plane between Highway 50 and 88. It is unknown at this time which route was taken.
Weather conditions continue to prevent search operations.
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Emerald Fire remains at 176 acres, 90 percent contained
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 10:49am
Crews remain at the scene of the Emerald Fire near South Lake Tahoe today, both getting containment lines around the burned 176 acres and preparing for heavy rains that could cause flash flooding. There is a containment line around 90 percent of the fire, with the west slopes above Cascade Lake remaining to be contained.
As of 7:00 a.m. Sunday, there are six engines, three fire crews and one tender in the fire area which surrounded Highway 89 each and west between Fallen Leaf Lake and Cascade Lake.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 9:53am
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 press time and the story will be updated when provided.
10/9/16
12:58 a.m. - Vacation Rental - Player Dr - VACATION RENTAL REPORT
12:56 p.m. - Disorderly Conduct: Alcohol - Emerald Bay Rd - A 54-YEAR-OLD FEMALE WAS CONTACTED DURING A WELFARE CHECK IN A PARKING LOT AND ARRESTED FOR PUBLIC
INTOXICATION.
Heavy rain totals with Saturday's storm in the Sierra, more on the way
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 8:45am
Since Friday morning, rain has pummeled many areas of the Sierra Nevada. As of 8:00 a.m. Sunday, South Lake Tahoe had received 2.54" of rain, with more on the way. By Monday morning, a trace of new snow could be seen on the South Shore.
WordWave returns to South Lake Tahoe: Workshops, plays and Steampunk all rolled into one weekend
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 7:52am
Event Date:
October 21, 2016 (All day)
Word Wave, a festival for readers, writers, and lovers of story has returned to South Lake Tahoe. The three day long Word Wave will feature readings, workshops, panels, music, and plays from October 21-23, 2016 at Tallac Historic Site.
Every culture has used, and continues to use, story to entertain, educate, preserve history and tradition, and connect and WordWave will celebrate those words and the story in all its forms for the second year on the South Shore.
Events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Friday, October 21
Lake Tahoe area roadwork October 16 - October 22
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/15/2016 - 7:47pm
EMERGENCY CLOSURE
State Route 89 (El Dorado County) from Fallen Leaf Lake Road to Vikingsholm Vista Point is closed in both directions indefinitely due to fire damage.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Kudos: Bread and Broth thanks Sunbeam Blind Company
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/15/2016 - 7:01pm
Sunbeam Blind Company owners, Kurt and Laura Rasmussen, are not new to volunteering at Bread & Broth’s dinner on Monday evening at St. Theresa Grace Hall.
They’ve volunteered their time as sponsor crew members when the Lake Tahoe Windjammers Club has hosted Adopt-A-Days in the summer. However, on Monday, October 3, Kurt and Laura’s Sunbeam Blind Company sponsored its first AAD. According to Gail Clair, the B&B Adopt-A-Day Coordinator, Kurt, Laura and their fellow crew member Brendan Lockamy were “Awesome, so nice, fun and helpful!”
Little Valley Fire is now 55% contained, 3,400 acres burned
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/15/2016 - 4:55pm
10/16/16 update 7:00PM - The Little Valley Fire is holding at 3,400 acres with 55 percent containment. 667 personnel remain on the incident. More rain forecast tonight which will aid in extinguishing the fire which started on Friday.
22 residences and 17-outbuildings were destroyed with 480 homes saved in the direct vicinity of the fire. Multiple structures remain under threat until 100-percent containment has been achieved.
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10:00PM update - Current acreage burned in the Little Valley Fire has been revised at 3,400 acres with 20 percent containment this evening.
Update on Emerald Fire: 176 acres burned, remains at 90% contained
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/15/2016 - 4:41pm
10:00PM update - The Emerald Fire is now 90 percent contained after burning 176 acres in the Spring Creek area between Fallen Leaf and Cascade lakes and Lake Tahoe on Friday, October 14.
Heavy rains have helped put out the fire as firefighters complete the containment line above Cascade Lake.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Power remains off in the area as a precaution, and homeowners are still evacuated until conditions improved as flash flooding in the burn area may occur.
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Letter: Vote Jason Collin for Council
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/15/2016 - 2:50pm
This November the right choice for South Lake Tahoe is Jason Collin! Jason is a thoughtful, collaborative and engaging leader with a responsible and positive vision for our community. It has been my pleasure to witness his leadership skills first hand working on volunteer boards and local events together! Jason is a top notch individual whose common sense, respectful communication style and energy are desperately needed on the City Council.
Jason Drew
South Lake Tahoe
Flash flood warning for Emerald Fire and Little Valley Fire areas
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 8:27pm
There is a flash flood warning on Saturday for the Little Valley and Emerald Fire burn scars.
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued the warning for Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.
Another band of heavy rain is expected Saturday afternoon with rainfall rates over over 1" in three hours in the areas of the burns. The rain could trigger debris flows and rock falls, which have already been reported across Highway 89 near the Emerald Fire.
These rocks and debris may affect area homes and highways, the NWS said.
AT&T coverage an issue for much of Lake Tahoe Friday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 5:53pm
If you're an AT&T cell phone and/or internet customer, including those with UVerse, you already know your coverage was less that stellar Friday. The loss of power from cell towers on the west side of the lake affected service to the California side of the lake, the Nevada side apparently not having issues.
According to Heidi Hill Drum, Executive Director of the Tahoe Prosperity Center, her source at AT&T said 8 cell sites including 4GSM were affected by the Emerald Fire Friday. They told her the community could expect to be up and running by Saturday morning.
Small fire overnight behind Meek's Lumber in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 1:43pm
Firefighters from the South Shore jumped on an early morning fire behind Meek's Lumber on Lake Tahoe Blvd. Friday.
At 3:02 a.m., people driving by saw the flames and called 911. South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded along with Tahoe Douglas Fire, resulting in two engines, medics, an ambulance and battalion chief at the scene.
This fire was burning at the same time as the Emerald Fire off of Highway 89 in the Spring Creek area.
One acre burned and the crews were released just before 6:00 a.m.
Mt. Tallac High students complete annual trek to summit of their namesake, Mt. Tallac
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 1:14pm
The students and staff of Mt. Tallac High School completed their annual trek to the top of their namesake, Mt. Tallac.
Principal Holly Greenough said she wanted to thank John Marchini of South Tahoe Refuse and Steve and Mo Froyum for once again preparing and providing a "delicious lunch" for the hikers. Mo prepared burritos with all the fixings and snack bags for each student. John, Steve and two students, Carlos Lopez and Jaime Salas, carried the food 2 miles up to Cathedral Lake for everyone to enjoy.
Today's rainbow from Regan Beach in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 11:41am
Thank you South Tahoe Now reader Julie Abner for her photo from Regan Beach on Friday. "Rainbows bring rain to tackle Emerald Fire," she said.
Vail Resorts CEO gives $125,000 to Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 11:06am
The CEO of Vail Resorts, Rob Katz, and his wife Elana Amsterdam, have donated $2 million to the 12 communities where his company has operations, including South Lake Tahoe.
The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) was given a donation of $125,000.
“We are so grateful to have been chosen by Rob as the recipients of his South Lake Tahoe donation, and overwhelmed by his personal generosity to our community,” said Jude Wood, Executive Director of BGCLT.
I-580 and Eastlake reopen as Little Valley Fire burns 2,000 acres; 19 homes burn
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 6:31am
UPDATE 1:00PM 10/15/16: The Little Valley Fire in Washoe Valley has now burned 3,460 acres with 5 percent containment. Four injuries due to smoke inhalation have been reported.
The Sierra Front Type III Incident Management Team reports that 22 residences and 17-outbuildings have been destroyed. 500 structures are still under threat.
Interstate 580 is open in both directions, as is old U.S. Highway 395. Franktown Road, the area where most of the home damage is, remains closed.
Emerald Fire burning near South Lake Tahoe consumes 210 acres, is now 80% contained
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 6:07am
8:00AM update 10/15: Highway 89 remains closed in both directions from Fallen Leaf Lake Road to Emerald Bay due to the Emerald Fire which remains 80 percent contained this morning. Acreage burned is 210 acres.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
There are 3 engines and 12 firefighters still on the scene.
Opening time for Hwy 89 is still unclear. CHP estimates Saturday afternoon and Caltrans estimates the road will be closed until Monday. This is to allow crews to clean up the fallen trees and other debris on, and near, the roadway.
South Lake Tahoe entrepreneurs honored for their vision
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 10:30pm
The Tahoe Mountain Lab founders were honored Thursday for their creation of a unique business that promotes the expansion of opportunities in the South Lake Tahoe community.
"Conserve our Imperiled Fishes" to be featured UC Davis talk in Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 7:51pm
Event Date:
November 3, 2016 - 5:30pm
Our world is rapidly changing, including the coastal and inland waters. Conservation is essential in order to preserve these areas and the fish that live there but water conservation is a complex subject. Find out what is being done and the issues California's coast and inland waters are confronted with at the UC Davis Tahoe Science Center on Thursday, November 3.
Join Dr. Nann Fangue to learn how we can conserve our imperiled fishes and find solutions by understanding physiological specializations that allow animals to survive and thrive in complex environments.
Workshop offered by author of "60 Minute Strategic Plan"
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 7:21pm
Event Date:
October 26, 2016 - 2:00pm
The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of South Lake Tahoe, is offering a workshop entitled 60 Minute Strategic Plan: Learn How to Solve Your Strategic Issues Quickly and Make Better Decisions Faster on October 26, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Firefighters get upper hand on wildfire in south Carson City
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 6:20pm
Thank you Jeff Munson and CarsonNow.org for the continuous coverage and updates of the fire.
Letter: Vote Yes on Proposition 52
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 10:42am
This November, please vote YES on Proposition 52. Proposition 52, the Medi-Cal Funding and Accountability Act, extends the current partnership between the state and California hospitals to help fund the health care needs of 13 million children, seniors, and low-income families in California.
In the last two years, the number of Med-Cal recipients in South Lake Tahoe has doubled. El Dorado County receives $20,136,379 in federal funding each year and without this money our working families would not be able to afford health care services.
South Tahoe High volleyball games to raise funds for those battling breast cancer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 10:35am
Event Date:
October 14, 2016 - 4:00pm
South Tahoe High's girls volleyball team will be digging for a cure this Friday, October 14 in the school's blue gym starting at 4:00 p.m.
Their "Spike for a Cure" event takes place during all three matches, from Frosh to Varsity. During the afternoon and evening there will be a silent auction to raise money for University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Friend to Friend to help women purchase wigs and prosthetics as they battle breast cancer.
Beside silent auction items there will be donation jars in the gym.
Free sand bags available for South Lake Tahoe residents
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 10:14am
With heavy rain expected over the weekend and into next week, the City of South Lake Tahoe is reminding citizens that sand bags are available, free of charge.
During wet storms, residents may find themselves with flooding issues around their homes and garages.
Sand bags are available year-round at the City’s Streets and Snow Removal Yard located at 1160 Rufus Allen Blvd. Their operating hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Choose your favorite South Shore businesses, staff, experiences and entrepreneurs
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 7:31am
There are just a few days left to nominate local businesses and individuals for the Tahoe Chamber's 2016 Blue Ribbon Awards.
They are seeking nominations for those that excel in working as one in an effort to improve the quality of life on the South Shore.
National Parks board member appointed to fill vacant TRPA seat
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 9:25pm
California Speaker of the Assembly Anthony Rendon has appointed Belinda Valles Faustinos to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board. Her appointment follows the recent resignation of Governing Board member Elizabeth Carmel, a fine art landscape photographer who represented the Speaker’s office on the board for the last three and a half years.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 6:43pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from October 1 - 11, 2016.
10/1/16: 10 calls - 5 EMS, 1 interfacility psych transfer, 1 person in distress, 2 illegal attempts to burn, 1 alarm sounded - no fire
10/2/16: 7 calls - 3 EMS, 1 building fire, 1 vehicle accident with injuries, 1 interfacility psych transfer, 1 chimney or flue fire
10/3/16: 8 calls - 4 EMS, 2 interfacility transfers, 1 gas leak, 1 good intent call
10/4/16: 7 calls - 5 EMS, 1 no incidents found upon arrival
El Dorado County gets disaster funds to remove dying trees
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 5:54pm
$825,000 is headed to El Dorado County for help in removing trees dying from the extreme drought and related bark beetle infestations.
With an estimated 66 million dead trees in the state of California, Governor Jerry Brown declared a state of emergency almost one year ago.
Small fire burns again in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 1:35pm
What is becoming almost a daily occurrence, firefighters in South Lake Tahoe have responded to another fire in the forested area in the outskirts of the city.
On Wednesday, at 2:11 p.m., an El Dorado County Sheriff's deputy spotted smoke and made the first call to 911. The fire started in the area between Lodi Avenue in the Sierra Tract and the Lake Tahoe Airport.
According to the U.S. Forest Service, .18 acre burned. As of 4:00 p.m., there is a full containment line and firefighters remain on the scene.
Wind gusts up to 100 mph, 3"- 5" of rain, and upper elevation snow headed to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 12:18pm
With Wednesday's calm and sunny skies, and mild temperatures, it's the perfect time to prepare for a new weather system that is headed to Lake Tahoe. It's also the perfect time to head to Hope Valley for a last glimpse of their fabulous fall color since forecast winds and rains should remove the last of the leaves.
Two waves of the weather system will hit Lake Tahoe, the first Thursday night and Friday morning, the second on Saturday.
Lake Valley Fire promotes and hires seven, welcomes Chief Alameda
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 11:25am
It wasn't your normal badge ceremony and pinning at Lake Valley Fire District firehouse in Meyers, a celebration of a new hire or new promotion. This time, it was historic, a ceremony that saw not only new new hires, but the promotion at all ranks in the department, including a new Fire Chief.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 9:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 406 calls in the two weeks between September 27 and October 10, 2016.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
9/27
Unlicensed drive in the 3600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Violation of Domestic Violence Court Order in the 1100 block of Acoma Circle
Warrant in the 1000 block of Lakeview Ave
9/28
Drunk in Public in the 3800 block of Pioneer Trail
9/29
Trespassing in 900 block of Rubicon Trail
$1.1 billion approved to give Raiders a new home in Nevada
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 6:27pm
The deal to bring the Oakland Raiders to Las Vegas is one step closer after the Senate approved a more than $1.1 billion public funding package for an NFL stadium and convention center upgrades in Las Vegas.
What seemed like an uncertain proposition early in the day came to fruition after a lengthy amount of closed-door wheeling and dealing. Five senators opposed the measure, including state Sen. Julia Ratti, D-Sparks, who was appointed to her district for the special session, and state Sen. Don Gustavson, R-Sparks.
Public meeting to cover efforts combating aquatic invasive weeds in Tahoe Keys
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 6:22pm
Event Date:
November 1, 2016 - 6:00pm
This summer,the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) has been both combating aquatic invasive weeds while also testing out methods for future eradication of the pesky plants from their channels. They will be hosting a public meeting to update the community on their ongoing efforts on Tuesday, November 1 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the South Tahoe Public Utility District board room.
Smoke detectors: Do you know your expiration date?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 5:57pm
During Fire Prevention Week, the Tahoe Fire Fuels Team is reminding Lake Tahoe Basin residents that this is the time to check your smoke alarm.
Even if you change your batteries in the old style alarm annually, their life expectancy is still ten years. The new sealed smoke detectors which are required in new building codes require no battery change but they too are expected to only last ten years.
Meyers community holds annual outdoor gear swap
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 5:42pm
Event Date:
October 16, 2016 - 11:00am
Shoppers and swappers are invited to head to Meyers Community Foundation's 3rd annual Gear Swap on Sunday, October 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Westgate parking lot adjacent to the Divided Sky and Downtown Cafe.
For those wishing to sell their quality summer and winter gear, drop off times are from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. They would like to have outerwear, skis, snowboards, bikes, paddle gear, climbing gear, camping equipment, and other outdoor toys. They ask that no equipment over five years old be brought for sale.
Prescribed burn near Union Valley Reservoir sending smoke into Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 4:01pm
Smoke from a prescribed burn on the east side of Union Valley Reservoir in the El Dorado National Forest sent smoke into the Lake Tahoe Basin Tuesday.
The U.S. Forest Service is burning 240 acres over a two-day period in that area.
Prescribed burns in the Lake Tahoe Basin were scheduled to start this week but have been postponed since the area is still under fire restrictions.
Letter: Why Annie Davidson is the best choice for LTUSD school board
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 10:17am
Annie Davidson is the right choice for school board in trustee area #1. Annie came to Tahoe with a strong background in education. Annie understands our educational system. And most importantly, Annie is trustworthy, forthright, and kind.
And while Annie is a very good listener and collaborator, Annie is also intelligent, strong, and determined to do an exceptional job. Annie is one of those people who can come into the room and make everyone feel welcome and help everyone work together effectively.
Ask Henry: What are the best tips for my pets on Halloween?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 10:10am
Every year around Halloween the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center gets flooded with calls from pet owners who are worried about what their pet has eaten. In order to avoid this worry and to help you prepare for the big night and weeks before we put together a list of the most common issues they encounter.
NDOW releases Lake Tahoe bear back into the wild near Mt. Rose
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/10/2016 - 5:40pm
Nevada wildlife biologists released a three-plus year old male black bear back into the forest near the top of Mt. Rose Summit on Monday morning after capturing him Sunday in Incline Village at Lake Tahoe.
Nevada Department of Wildlife trapped the young bear while attempting to trap another bear that had caused damage to a building, according to wildlife biologist Carl Lackey. The bear that was captured and then later released Monday wasn't the bear Lackey was looking for.
Lackey says that NDOW had handled the released bear once before in the mountains east of the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Douglas County transportation plan through 2040 presented at public meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/10/2016 - 3:10pm
The 2007 Douglas County Transportation Plan did not address any needs in the lake portion of the county, and the newly completed 2016 plan doesn't as well though it discusses a potential gondola from the base of Kingsbury Grade to Heavenly Mountain Resort.
The results of 2016's Douglas County Transportation Master Plan update will be presented during a public meeting on October 20 at 6:00 p.m. in the C.V.I.C. Hall.
Parsons Corporation, the organization which prepared the update, will give the presentation.
Pet of the Week: Hunter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/10/2016 - 1:43pm
This week's Pet of the Week is Hunter, a very sweet 5-year-old Cat. He is having a hard time of it at the shelter and is very scared.
Hunter would love to go home with someone who is loving and can give him the time he needs to love back.
Visit Hunter at The El Dorado County Animal Services, 530-573-7925.
For Spay-Neuter services and other support, call the Lake Tahoe Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at 530-542-2857.
Good news, the most recent Pets of the Week have found their forever homes! Both Jasmine the kitty and Thor the pup now have loving homes.
Fire behind Motel 6 in South Lake Tahoe on Monday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/10/2016 - 1:08pm
4:00 p.m. update - A fire that burned behind Motel 6 in South Lake Tahoe Monday consumed a 50 x 50 square patch of dry brush before being brought under control by the first responders.
1:53 p.m. the call came into dispatch, and immediately a full response headed to the scene. The fire is out and investigators from CalFire and USFS are looking into the cause.
The fires on the South Shore the past few months have not officially been labeled suspicious and most remain under investigation.
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Sierra at Tahoe rewards straight A's with hundreds of annual passes
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/10/2016 - 12:14pm
Since 1999, Sierra at Tahoe has rewarded South Shore school children with a free pass to the resort if they complete two consecutive semesters with straight A's.
With an average of 346 passes given out annually (with a high of 377 and 361 this year), Sierra at Tahoe has shown they are committed to supporting local school children.
