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South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival returns for sixth year
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 7:11pm
Event Date:
October 16, 2015 (All day)
The sixth annual “South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival” arrives at Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe, Oct. 16 - 18, for an autumn weekend of great food, fine wine and high spirits.
Award-winning Chef Mark Tarbell is the featured celebrity chef this year, hosting several key events.
Harrah's Lake Tahoe announces Fall schedule
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 6:38pm
The fall entertainment schedule for the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe has been releaesd: Gordon Lightfood (Oct 10), Gin Blossoms (Oct 17), Nico & Vinz (Oct 24), The Yardbirds (Nov 7), Diamond Rio (Nov. 14), Pablo Cruise (Nov. 28), Cheap Trick (Dec. 19) and The Weight (Dec. 30).
The Weight is a tribute to The Band and features former members of The Band, the Levon Helm Band and the Rick Danko Group.
For tickets, visit www.southshoreroom.com.
Fall season is here for USFS prescribed burns in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 6:20pm
The Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT), which includes numerous fire and land management agencies in the Lake Tahoe Basin, will begin fall prescribed fire operations as soon as weather conditions are favorable.
“Prescribed fire is an important tool used to maintain forest health and reduce the build-up of hazardous fuels,” said U.S. Forest Service Fire Management Officer, Kit Bailey. “Cooler, wetter fall weather is an ideal time to carry out these projects that help reduce the chance of wildfire and provide added protection to communities in the Lake Tahoe Basin.”
Open House at all three South Lake Tahoe fire stations
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 5:53pm
Event Date:
October 10, 2015 - 10:00am
National Fire Week is October 4-10 this year, and in honor of it the City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue will have all three of their fire stations open to the public.
Each location will have different information, so visit one, or all.
There will be trucks on display, information about fire safety and raffle prizes.
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tour the following SLT stations:
Fire Station #1 located at 1252 Ski Run Blvd.
Fire Station #2 located at 2951 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Fire Station #3 located at 2101 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
The end for long time businesses: Sam's Place closes, Cork & More to follow
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 4:52pm
Sam's Place Bar & Grill and the Cork & More, two iconic South Lake Tahoe businesses, surprised many with their news this week that they are ending their multi-decade runs on the South Shore.
For many, Sam's Place was where they went after work for pizza and a beer after work. Others enjoyed the pool, outdoor patio, sports on their televisions, slot machines or the camaraderie that comes with a neighborhood bar.
Texas songstress Mandy Rowden announces free Lake Tahoe shows
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 1:14pm
Celebrated Americana singer-songwriter, Mandy Rowden, is headed to South Lake Tahoe this month for two free shows promoting her new record 'These Bad Habits.'
She will be at BaseCamp Pizza on October 20 at 5 p.m and at the Eagle's Next on October 22 at 7 p.m.
For the album, Rowden called upon the legendary talent of fellow Texans: Lloyd Maines (Dixie Chicks), Redd Volkaert (Merle Haggard), and Brad Rice (Ryan Adams). Following her highly successful spring tour, Rowden was invited back out west for a handful of special performances.
Location
Base Camp Pizza
United States
See map: Google Maps
Tragedy at a Community College—what are we doing here?
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/02/2015 - 11:12pm
Like many Americans, law enforcement folks have been deeply moved by the horrific images we have seen in Oregon. A certain feeling of helplessness has become the norm when we look at these events from the prevention perspective. We may ask questions like:
“Why do people who would do such a thing have access to a gun?”
“Why didn’t people who knew the shooter do something to stop him before people died?”
Dr. Alan Walker takes helm as Sierra Nevada College president
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/02/2015 - 1:26pm
Sierra Nevada College is under new leadership with the appointment of Dr. Alan Walker, who started his tenure as president of Nevada’s only private college in September.
Kudos: To all making Bijou Bike Park Grand Opening a great success
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/02/2015 - 12:32pm
On behalf of the City of South Lake Tahoe I would like to extend sincere gratitude to all of the individuals and merchants who donated product or provided services to help make our Bijou Bike Park Grand Opening a tremendous success. On September 19th thousands of youth and families joined City Council and staff to celebrate the Bike Park project with a free BBQ, ice cream, and music. A special thank you to Grill Master, Steve “Tee” Branch and Anthony Pulera for sweating over hot coals for three hours to serve 1000 people hot dogs and burgers.
Big Brothers Big Sisters ribbon cutting at Tahoe Mountain Lab
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/02/2015 - 8:36am
Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Dorado County (BBBS) has served at-risk children since 1977, primarily on the Western Slope. On October 15, 2015, BBBS will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to announce the expansion of their programs into South Lake Tahoe.
The ceremony will take place from 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Tahoe Mountain Lab located at 1048 Ski Run Blvd. The owners of Tahoe Mountain Lab, David and Jamie Orr, have generously donated the space to BBBS for meeting purposes. David was previously a “Little” and considers this an opportunity to “give back” to his community.
Mt. Tallac High School celebrates with community barbecue
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/02/2015 - 7:40am
Holly Greenough wasn't sure what to expect at Mt. Tallac High's first Family and Community Fair and Barbecue.
"I thought maybe five or six parents would come for our first year," said Greenough, the school's Director. Instead, 21 families and ten community members/groups participated.
"The kids were excited to bring their parents, and the parents were grateful," said Greenough.
South Tahoe High Homecoming parade and games on Friday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/02/2015 - 6:24am
Students at South Tahoe High have been celebrating Homecoming Week festivities all week long, from themed dress-up days to late nights spent building their class floats. The wrap up will be Friday's parade through South Lake Tahoe and Friday night's football games.
The final night of float building was Thursday, when the Lake Tahoe Unified School District's bus garage taken over by students putting on the final touches before judging at 10 p.m. Each class created a float with the assistance of their class advisors.
Lodge at Edgewood Tahoe breaks ground on South Shore
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 10:29pm
A ground breaking ceremony at Edgewood Tahoe brought out community and political leaders, all wanting the celebrate their new project, the Lodge at Edgewood Tahoe.
Rain brought the ceremony indoors, but spirits weren't dampened as people speaking at the ceremony highlighted the major impacts the new project on the state line will make on South Shore's economic and community revitalization, as well as important environmental and recreational enhancements in the area.
160 homes "evacuated" during South Lake Tahoe emergency drill
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 9:23pm
Though long awaited precipitation decided to fall in South Lake Tahoe Thursday, the Neighborhood Evacuation Drill still went ahead as planned.
"The drill went very well," said SLT Fire Chief Jeff Meston. "Overall a success with lessons learned.
He said there was great interagency cooperation with the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Search and Rescue, El Dorado County STAR and South Lake Tahoe Action teams, Public Works department, and the Red Cross all joining the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department in the drill.
Man arrested in South Lake Tahoe indicted on kidnapping charge
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 8:49pm
A federal grand jury returned an indictment today against Matthew D. Muller, a 38-year-old disbarred lawyer from Orangevale, charging him with one count of kidnapping.
Muller is charged with kidnapping physical therapist Denise Hoskins at the Vallejo home she shared with her boyfriend on March 23 and keeping her captive for two days before dropping her off near her mother's house in Huntington Beach. He allegedly demanded a $15,000 ransom.
Oktoberfest at American Legion Sunday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 8:22pm
The community is invited to the American Legion on Sunday to enjoy a feast to celebrate Oktoberfest from 4 p.m to 8 p.m.
American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe and the Ladies Auxiliary will have a traditional German dinner on October 4, 2015. For just $10, people can enjoy dinner, music by the Cash Only Band as well as a raffle.
The American Legion Hall is located at 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.
For more information, contact Lisa Herron at (530) 542-2747 or email
Two million dollars worth of cannabis confiscated in drug bust
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 7:56pm
A five month long investigation into the Highlands Health and Wellness marijuana dispensary in Shingle Springs uncovered what authorities say was a multi-million dollar criminal operation.
The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) centered their investigation on tax evasion, money laundering, conspiracy and the commercial distribution of marijuana for profit.
Teenage son arrested in deaths of his family in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 7:41pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) arrested a 16-year-old boy on Thursday on charges he murdered his family in their Greenwood, CA cabin.
On September 13, Cal Fire asked for the assistance of EDSO after they found human remains inside a burnt residence.
Music and food to reward participants in 9th Annual Keep Sierra Clean Day
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 1:02pm
Event Date:
October 11, 2015 - 10:00am
The whole community is invited to help clean up Sierra-at-Tahoe during the 9th Annual Keep Sierra Clean Day on Sunday, October 11, 2015. Ride up the Nob Hill chairlift, sweep the mountain of trash and enjoy live music and free lunch on the Solstice Plaza.
In past years, thousands of pounds of trash has been cleared from the summer slopes, brought in by loyal passholders and employees along with community groups and organizations such as the Sierra Education Foundation, local Boy Scouts and West Slope high school ski and snowboard teams.
Golf tournament to raise funds for fallen South Lake Tahoe firefighter
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 12:27pm
There will be a golf tournament at the Tahoe Paradise Golf Course on Saturday, October 3 to benefit the family of fallen firefighter, Mikey Hallenbeck.
Hallenbeck, 21, died this summer after a tree fell on him while fighting his first fire as a member of the U.S.F.S. fire crew. He grew up in Shingle Springs, Calif., was living in Meyers at the time of his death and worked at Sierra-at-Tahoe during the winter.
The Wildland Firefighter Foundation will host the tournament, called "Barefoot for Birdies," with all funds raised going to the family as well as the foundation.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 11:14pm
The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 426 calls over the two-week period between September 15 and September 28, 2015.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
9/15
Drug Offense at Oakland and Tallac Ave
Warrant in the 3900 block of Pioneer Trail
9/16
Drug Offense at Heavenly Village Way and Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant at Spruce Ave and Champlain Dr
9/17
Drug Offense in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Dr
Trespassing in the 3800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Overcome your fear of public speaking
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 9:01pmDo you want to overcome your fear of public speaking? Do you want to grow your professional skills? Then join Tahoe Toastmasters, South Lake Tahoe's local branch of Toastmaster International. We meet every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Monday at 6:30 PM at the South Lake Tahoe Public Utility District Boardroom at 1275 Meadow Crest Drive.
Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive experience for you to develop communication and leadership skills. Join us!
Toastmasters is where leaders are made.
Location
South Tahoe Public Utility District Boardroom
1275 Meadow Crest Drive
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Give El Dorado County your opinion via citizen engagement survey
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 7:50pm
As El Dorado County prepares their three year strategic plan they are seeking input from the community on many different issues.
A survey is the first step, and can be taken here. This is the first step and it will be followed by local town hall meetings and focus groups. Information gathered will be presented to the County Supervisors and goal-setting teams.
There have been no meeting dates announced yet.
Crane topples over at Edgewood Tahoe construction site
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 6:13pm
Nobody was injured when a crane being operated at the new Lodge at Edgewood Tahoe toppled over on Wednesday afternoon.
The crane, owned by Connolly Crane out of Gardnerville, NV, was getting ready to move when the operator released the brake instead of the house lock according to Kelly Connolly, the owner of Connolly Crane.
Gaming revenues on the South Shore take big hit in August
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 6:11am
The Nevada Gaming Control Board released their figures for the month of August, 2015 and they show Stateline casinos bringing in $18,883,321 which is 33.55% down from the same period in 2014.
When reviewing the whole state of Nevada, the big winner was the Boulder Strip in Clark County with income up 29.74%, or $60,246,675. Last month, they were the big loser, this month it was the South Shore.
The state "win" figure was down 1.39% with income of $908,240,074.
The gaming win represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
Rain and cooler temperatures on tap for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 5:58am
After weeks of warm temperatures, the weather is about to change in South Lake Tahoe.
A low pressure system and cold front will provide showers with a slight chance for thunderstorms Thursday according to the National Weather Service in Reno. Showers will concentrate along the cold front which may reach south Lake Tahoe Wednesday evening.
Tahoe Paradise Resort Board meeting and candidates forum
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 9:16pm
Event Date:
October 1, 2015 - 5:00pm
There are eight people vying for the four open positions on the Tahoe Paradise Resort Improvement District (TPRID) Board of Directors, and the public will be able to watch them in action during a candidate's forum on Thursday.
TPRID, formed in 1965, governs Lake Baron and the surrounding park in the Tahoe Paradise neighborhood of Meyers.
Airport to "Y" highway project in South Lake Tahoe wins award
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 8:43pm
A Caltrans water-quality improvement project on U.S. Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe was honored last week during the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s 25th annual “Best of the Basin” awards.
South Lake Tahoe to be focus of four day Yelp celebration
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 8:30pm
Yelpers from across the West will meet in South Lake Tahoe this weekend to enjoy a full schedule of events highlighting what the community has to offer to visitors.
From October 1 to 4, 2015, Yelp has created a large schedule of events to bring people together that use the crowd sourced review service.
Tahoe Arts Project Holiday Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 1:49pm
Event Date:
November 14, 2015 (All day) Tahoe Arts Project is hosting the 4th annual Holiday Festival on Saturday and Sunday, November 14 and 15, 2015 in the South Tahoe Middle School Multi-Purpose Room. The event will take place Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This very special event will feature art, craft and food vendors, entertainment, raffle prizes, visit from Santa and fun for the entire family. Admission is FREE!!
8th Annual Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 10:31am
From quality shopping, accommodations, recreation and dining options to the myriad service providers and businesses, the Blue Ribbon Awards honor all that business should be. This important awards program salutes those businesses that are making significant contributions to the South Shore economy.
Location
MonteBleu
Stateline, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Knock-Your-Socks-Off Customer Service
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 10:00am
Event Date:
November 18, 2015 - 1:00pm Knock-Your-Socks-Off Customer Service
Prepare yourself and your staff for the upcoming winter season!
A Must-Attend Workshop for Anyone Who Communicates with Customers
"86% of people will pay more for better customer service and 70% will return."
In this workshop, you will learn how to:
Discover techniques and phrases that make customers feel valued
Manage difficult situations more effectively
Learn how to turn customers into raving fans
Tahoe Chamber Conference Room
169 Hwy 50
Stateline, NV. 89449
Chamber members: $20
Non-members: $40
Location
Tahoe Chamber Conference Room
169 Hwy 50
Stateline, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Genoa's Sweet Sippin' Sundays
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 9:20am
Event Date:
October 4, 2015 - 1:00pm Hello Sweet Sippers!
Are you ready for our final event of 2015 on Sunday 10/4?
This event will feature Rum-based drinks, the entertainment will be "Dougie L." and the non-profit will be the Greater Genoa Business Association.
Please remember to bring your GSSS glass so you can get $2 off of the $12 price, and be prepared to stay until the very end and enter our contests for some very awesome prizes! Remember, October is the big "Give-a-way". We keep drawing those passports until all of the prizes are gone!!
Location
Town of Genoa
Main Street, Genoa, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Man arrested for making threats at El Dorado County preschools
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 8:46am10 p.m. update 9/29/15:
The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office has arrested a 23-year-old Orangevale, CA man in connection with threats made at several El Dorado County preschools and day care centers over the past few days. Many of the schools closed temporarily in response to the threats to staff and children.
Michael McDermort was booked into El Dorado County Jail for charges related to terrorizing threats. As of Tuesday night he was still in jail on a bail hold of $51,500.
Highland Woods neighborhood to be evacuated during drill
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 8:04am
Thursday will start off with a reverse 911 call for 270 South Lake Tahoe residents living in the Highland Woods neighborhood.
The neighborhood evacuation drill will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to test the city's emergency system. All visiting or living in the Highland Woods area that wish to participate will be evacuated to the end of Sierra Blvd at the snow dump area. A public information officer will be there along with the Red Cross and informational booths and displays. Snacks will be provided.
National Coffee Day - What's popular in South Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 7:28am
As if anyone needed a reason to drink coffee, September 29, 2015 is National Coffee Day. It even has it's own hashtag #NationalCoffeeDay.
Before Starbucks opened in March of 1971, the only real choices for a cup of coffee were black, or with cream and/or sugar.
International Curling Competition comes to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/28/2015 - 10:39pm
Curlers from around the globe are headed to town for the inaugural Lake Tahoe Thin-Air International Bonspiel October 2-4, 2015 at the South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena.
Next Tahoe Talks to discuss transit to recreational opportunities
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/28/2015 - 9:49pm
Event Date:
October 21, 2015 - 12:00pm
The popular "Tahoe Talks Brown Bag Lunch Series" will feature a panel discussion on transit options to trailheads, and how they can be improved upon.
This panel will discuss barriers to improving transit to trailheads and other dispersed recreation areas, new plans in the works, the role of technology in improving transit, and how different groups can work together to improve transit.
Speakers:
Mary Bennington, Executive Director, Tahoe Rim Trail
Carl Hasty, District Manager, Tahoe Transportation District
Is Lake Tahoe public transportation meeting your needs?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/28/2015 - 9:33pm
There are two upcoming workshops, one in South Lake Tahoe and the other in Tahoe City, to evaluate the mobility needs of residents.
The South Lake Tahoe workshop is being held on September 30 at 1 p.m. inside the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center's conference room located at 3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd. . Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) invites people to share comments on unmet transit needs in the South Shore Tahoe Region.
Attendance is encouraged at the public hearing to share thoughts and learn more about transportation within the Tahoe Region.
South Lake Tahoe Girl Scouts holding informational meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/28/2015 - 9:02pm
Learn about Girl Scouts and how your daughter can join, starting their path to leadership and community service. Make new friends, have family fun and enjoy new horizons.
An informational night for South Lake Tahoe families with girls in kindergarten and older will be held on Thursday, October 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at St. Theresa Church's Globin Hall located at 1041 Lyons Avenue.
For more information, contact 800-222-5406 or www.gssn.org/jointhefun.
Extreme athlete Erik Roner dies in Squaw Valley skydiving accident
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/28/2015 - 8:31pm
Sky diver Erik Lars Roner, an MTV extreme athlete, was killed Monday when he flew into a tree during a charity golf event at Squaw Valley Monday morning, authorities said.
Roner, 39, of Tahoe City, Calif., was part of a team doing a performance for a charity golf tournament when he hit a tree and became entangled about 9:45 a.m., the Placer County Sheriff’s Office said.
Roner was pronounced dead at the scene; all other skydivers landed safely, officials said.
The accident occurred at an annual golf fundraiser for the Squaw Valley Institute in Olympic Valley.
Homewood man faces charges of furnishing alcohol to minors
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/28/2015 - 7:30pm
A man from Homewood, CA was arrested and cited on September 25, 2015 for allegedly furnishing alcoholic beverages to minors during the South Lake Tahoe Police Department's "Decoy Shoulder Tap Operation."
Mark Finlayson, 38, was approached by a minor under the direct supervision of a peace officer outside a store in the area of Emerald Bay Road and Lake Tahoe Blvd. The minor asked Finlayson to buy them alcohol, stating they were underage and couldn't purchase the alcohol by themselves.
Finlayson faces a minimum $1000 fine and 24 hours of community service.
Ribbon cutting ceremony for newest South Lake Tahoe bike path
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/27/2015 - 10:10pmEvent Date:
October 14, 2015 - 3:00pm
The newest multi-use trail connecting Lake Tahoe Blvd and Highway 50 will officially open with a dedication ceremony at 3 p.m. on October 14.
District Five County Supervisor Sue Novasel, the communities of South Lake Tahoe and Meyers and the Transportation Division of the County of El Dorado's Community Development Agency invite all interested parties to a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the final connection of the Class 1 bicycle and multi-use path network connecting the communities of Meyers and South Lake Tahoe.
Local officers honored during National Thank a Police Officer Day
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/27/2015 - 9:43pm
In light of the recent ambushes and assignations of police officers across the country, communities in the U.S. celebrated the third "National Thank a Police Officer Day" on September 19.
South Lake Tahoe local Daniella Flatau tried to encourage people to support law enforcement by organizing the local celebration of a day meant to show those sworn to protect the public that people support them, especially in a day and age where violence against the police is increasing daily.
Lake Tahoe road work schedule for September 27 - October 3
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/27/2015 - 7:57pm
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to the "Y" junction with State Route 28 in Tahoe City on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore that will upgrade storm water drainage and treatment systems, add curb and gutter, resurface and realign the road, add new left-turn pockets and widen shoulders on a 9-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected in fall 2016.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/27/2015 - 7:10pm
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.
9/20
4:30 a.m. - Vacation Rental - Aravaipa St - DEPUTIES RESPONDED TO A NOISE COMPLAINT AT A VACATION RENTAL
10:40 a.m. - Vacation Rental Violation - Susquehanna Dr - 27-YEAR-OLD MAN CITED AND RELEASED FOR TRASH AND REFUSE ISSUES AT A VACATION RENTAL HOME.
South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge Yard Sale Oct 3
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/27/2015 - 12:26pmStop by the South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge on Saturday, October 3 for their annual yard sale. Great items and raffle prizes!
The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 961 Eloise Ave South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge
961 Eloise Ave
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
8th annual K-9 trials in South Lake Tahoe October 3
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/26/2015 - 10:29pm
Event Date:
October 3, 2015 (All day)
The South Lake Tahoe Police Canine (K9) Association (SLTPCA) will be hosting the 8th annual K9 Trials at Lakeview Commons at El Dorado Beach on Saturday, October 3rd.
As a sanctioned Western States Police Canine Association event, it is expected to draw 45-50 canine teams throughout California.
The competition will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 3rd with the Field Search phase which tests the ability of the canine team to locate hidden suspects.
Two more cars stolen in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/26/2015 - 10:08pm
As reported last week, there were four stolen cars in South Lake Tahoe between September 10 and 15.
A 21-year-old transient Tarra Sheffield was arrested for stealing one of those cars. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department said she had evidence to other stolen cars when arrested.
Anonymous tip leads South Lake Tahoe Police to person of interest in assault case
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/26/2015 - 9:24pm
On Thursday, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) released photos of a person of interest in a sexual assault case they were investigating. By the afternoon, they received an anonymous tip suggesting the identity of the man, and soon after, the unidentified man's lawyer contacted SLTPD to arrange a meeting.
The attorney indicated his client is willing to cooperate with this investigation. So far, there is not enough evidence to warrant an arrest and the case is still under investigation.
A victim had reported being sexually assaulted early in the morning of August
