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Voters approve Measure R, two new STPUD board members
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/09/2011 - 9:59amVoters on Tuesday approved Measure R and two new South Tahoe Public Utility directors. Measure R won approval by 70 percent. It expands the South Lake Tahoe Recreational Facilities Joint Powers Authority's use of Measure S funds to include the renovation of bike trails and makes improvements to ball fields. Go here for the story and here for the results.
Forest Service continues prescribed burns along Kingsbury Grade
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/09/2011 - 8:42amBy Lisa Herron
U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews are scheduled to resume prescribed fire operations on Kingsbury Grade near South Shore and on the West Shore near the Tahoe Heights area today, Wednesday, Nov. 9, weather permitting. Both project areas are small, approximately two acres. Operations may continue through the week.
Residents and visitors can expect to see smoke from these prescribed fire project areas. Smoke may be visible on Highway 207 on Kingsbury Grade and on Highway 89 on the West Shore.
September casino revenue declines
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/09/2011 - 7:27amNevada casino winnings declined nearly 6 percent in September over 2010 figures, with South Shore Lake Tahoe down 14 percent, the Nevada Gaming Control Board reports. Carson Valley casinos, which include Carson City, saw a slight decline at 2.54 percent.
Statewide Nevada casinos report a 5.8 percent decrease compared to September 2010.
Don't forget to vote
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 5:09pmLake Tahoe News applauds all those who run for office or bring their issue (or opposition to an issue or candidate) to the people's attention. It's not easy to be a candidate. They don't h...
Code enforcement becoming a priority for South Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 5:09pmInconsistent code enforcement in South Lake Tahoe may be rectified soon. The City Council at a workshop last week was given an update by staff on where the city stands in streamlining this issue. slt ...
Deputies to hold safety seat checkpoint
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 4:28pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputies will hold a child passenger safety seat inspection checkpoint at their Lake Tahoe Station this Saturday, according to a statement...
Extensive fuel reduction project faces challenges
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 4:25pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Whether a massive South Shore fuel reduction project adequately protects rare species and takes into account Echo Lakes' unique forests has been called into question by t...
Forest Service welcomes more California jobs under new ski legislation
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 12:30pmBy John Heil
California is expected to see a boost in its local mountain economies as a result of a new legislation that now permits year-long recreation opportunities on U.S. Forest Service ski areas. The Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011, which was signed by President Barack Obama on Nov. 7, is estimated to create and annually sustain up to 600 extra jobs nationwide.
Opinion: Bighorn sheep in N. - Lake Tahoe News
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 11:50amJust days ago, eight of them were released into Virginia mountains east of Reno in the Reno Tahoe Industrial Center. This marks the first step in an effort to ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../opinion-bigh...
Snippets from Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 11:50amCool Black Kettle and Headphone Union will be playing at the South Lake Tahoe restaurant. • William Cottrell, physician with Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/11/snippets-fr...
South Tahoe seeking dismissal of most of League's case
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 11:50amThe League to Save Lake Tahoe amended its lawsuit against South Lake Tahoe in regards to the General Plan to state it has a right to contest the documents ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../south-tahoe-seek...
First nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 11:37amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Wednesday at 11 a.m. Pacific Standard Time, the federal government will conduct the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System. The duration of the test will ...
UNR scientists explore climate change in the Sierra using art
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 11:34am
By Mike Wolterbeek
Scientists from the University of Nevada, Reno helped renowned environmental artists Helen Mayer Harrison and Newton Harrison create an exhibition on display at the Nevada Museum of Art in downtown Reno that predicts the potential effects of climate change on the Sierra Nevada mountains.
“The exhibition by the Harrisons helps people see how climate change may alter natural areas that many of us enjoy,” Thomas Albright, professor of geography in the University’s College of Science, said.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Quote on voter's guide taken out of context
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 11:06amIt has come to my attention that Stephen Reinhard has written an argument against Measure R in the upcoming election pamphlet. Mr. Reinhard uses my name and a quote that is taken out of context and...
Invasive mussels found in Idaho, Wash. inspections
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 10:28amBOISE, Idaho (AP) - Idaho officials intercepted 24 boats contaminated with invasive zebra or quagga mussels and Washington decontaminated 20 boats during the last boating season - numbers that have...
UPS expects 6 percent rise in holiday shipments
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:37amNEW YORK (AP) - Online gift-buying procrastinators are expected to drive a 6 percent increase in UPS package deliveries the week before Christmas this year.The world's largest package delivery comp...
Lecture to follow Muir's battle to create Lake Tahoe National Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:34amTAHOE/TRUCKEE, Calif. - Through thought provoking images, well-told stories and excerpts from John Muir's journals, Foothill College English professor Scott Lankford will trace Muir's high-stakes a...
Winter driving tips from Caltrans
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:32amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the winter season approaches, Caltrans District 3 crews are taking the necessary measures to prepare for major rain and snowstorms throughout the season. Caltrans is a...
Soldier returns to work after IHOP shooting
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:30amCARSON CITY, Nev. - Instinctively, Jeremiah Mock reached down for the tourniquet he kept in the left cargo pocket of his Army uniform. But it wasn't there. This wasn't war - he'd been to war thr...
Most of the unemployed no longer receive benefits
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:29amWASHINGTON - The jobs crisis has left so many people out of work for so long that most of America's unemployed are no longer receiving unemployment benefits. Early last year, 75 percent were receiv...
US wealth gap between young and old is widest ever
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:27amWASHINGTON (AP) - The wealth gap between younger and older Americans has stretched to the widest on record, worsened by a prolonged economic downturn that has wiped out job opportunities for young ...
Governor directs Gaming Policy Committee to focus on technology and web
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:25amCARSON CITY - Gov. Brian Sandoval will be convening the Gaming Policy Committee to discuss issues related to technology and the modernization of the gaming industry.Speaking at the Gaming Law Confe...
State of the Lake Tahoe ski industry: 'This is our time'
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:16amLAKE TAHOE - Lake Tahoe has always been entangled in a wrestling match between ski industry growth and local community interests - now more than ever, as millions in resort upgrades are under wa...
State of the Lake Tahoe ski industry: 'This is our time'
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 9:16amLAKE TAHOE - Lake Tahoe has always been entangled in a wrestling match between ski industry growth and local community interests - now more than ever, as millions in resort upgrades are under wa...
Highway 50 may be routed through neighborhoods
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 11:38pmHighlights of the project were touched on by Carl Hasty, executive director for Tahoe Transportation District – lead agency on the project, at the Nov. 4 joint South Lake Tahoe City Council-Douglas Co...
El Dorado County late to the game to support
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 11:38pmBy Kathryn Reed. El Dorado County Board of Supervisors waited until the last possible date to give its blessing to Measure R, and even then the discussion nearly spun out of control. edc The board – w...
Still looking for winner of Soroptimist wine tasting tickets
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 11:38pmReady to sample wine from 30 vintners and food from about 20 restaurants? It's time for the annual Evening of Food & Wine Tasting put on by Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe. This ...
Tahoe symphony plans holiday concerts
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 11:38pmTahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus begins its seventh season with its annual holiday production of Handel's Messiah. The program includes selections from the Messiah as well as many holiday favor...
Fire department to burn house as part of training
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 4:13pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department will conduct a live burn training exercise at 1152 Third Street Tuesday through Friday, said city spokeswoman Nancy Kerry in a Monday...
Truckee book stores hang on despite digital dangers
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 3:02pmTRUCKEE, Calif. - What's the worth of a book store? What's the worth of touching a cover page or hearing the ruffle of pages?These are questions the publishing and book industry have been grappl...
Nevada's first bear hunt drawing to close
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 2:56pmRENO, Nev. (AP) - Hunters are nearing the end of Nevada's first bear hunt.Nevada Department of Wildlife spokesman Chris Healy said while the season is scheduled to close Dec. 31, it will end premat...
Tahoe Today: Highly intuitive reader has questions
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 2:50pmI've changed the name of this letter writer. Here's what he wrote:Hi, Dayle,My name is Robert and I am born and raised in South Lake Tahoe. I love your column in the Tribune and it gives me hope mo...
Lake Tahoe Aquatic Invasive Species Public Forum Nov. 16 at Kings Beach
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 2:39pmBy Peter Brumis
The Lake Tahoe Aquatic Invasive Species Coordination Committee will host a free public forum on November 16th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the North Tahoe Events Center, located at 8318 North Lake Boulevard in Kings Beach.
Sierra College calls for artists for handmade Sierra holiday
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 1:41pmTRUCKEE - Sierra College announces the inaugural Handmade Sierra Holiday: Fine Art and Craft Sale. All artisans from painters and printmakers to fine woodworkers, jewelers, potters, soap makers ...
Art Matters: It has to go with my couch, right?
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 1:30pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - How many times have I heard that question directly or subliminally during my gallery and private sales experience and wanted desperately to ask, "Is that like a dating pr...
Tahoe symphony orchestra and chorus presents 'Messiah'
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 1:19pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus announces its sixth annual production of Handel's "Messiah" with performances in five locations, including the Resort at Squaw Cree...
ELko shuts out South Tahoe, 2-0, for Lady Vikings first loss
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 1:12pmFALLON, Nev. - Goalkeeper RaeLynn Forcella hasn't been challenged much this season.Of Elko's 24 games entering Saturday's Northern 3A soccer championship, the Indians have posted shutouts in all bu...
Muralist John Holland to visit Tahoe Art League
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 12:43pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local artist John Holland will make a presentation to the Tahoe Art League at its monthly meeting Wednesday. John will explain how he progresses from the design and plann...
Tahoe Tails — Adoptable Pets in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 11:47amSnoopy is a goofy, entertaining, and smart little puppy. He probably has some Shetland sheepdog in him, considering his long and slender muzzle, but he's ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../tahoe-tails-a...
Holiday party to raise money for Tahoe family in need
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 11:47amTahoe Regional Young Professionals will bring the Lake Tahoe community together to raise funds for Tahoe Youth & Family Services on Nov. 19 from 6- 10pm at ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../holiday-par...
Get thankful and win a turkey
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 10:45amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What are you most thankful for this year?Your adorable pooch? Loving family? Best friend? The return of winter?Tell us on our Facebook page and you could win a 14-16 p...
Edgewood investment seen as South Shore Tahoe key to future
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 9:49am
Edgewood Companies’ plan to erect a spacious lodge costing upwards of $100 million represents the most significant private investment at South Lake Tahoe in several decades — and the investment can’t come too soon, say private and government executives who work at South Lake Tahoe. Skimpy capital investment on both sides of the state line means many hotel properties and retail centers have fallen behind other gaming and destination markets, say concerned executives.
Valhalla Grand Hall hosts two winter events
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 9:42amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Kick off the holiday season with two days of merriment and do your Christmas shopping locally at the 16th annual Valhalla Holiday Faire, Nov. 19 and 20 at the Grand Hall ...
Get listed in the Tribune's Giving Guide
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 9:17amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tribune is compiling a list of local nonprofits and their needs to publish in its Holiday Giving Guide.Nonprofits wishing to be part of the guide should send the foll...
Safeway shopping center at Zephyr Cove acquired
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 8:51amRENO, Nev. - The Round Hill Square Shopping Center at Zephyr Cove has been acquired by a New York investment firm.Retail Opportunity Investments Corp. of Purchase, N.Y., said last week it acquired ...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Upset at bear shooting
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 8:35amI was dismayed to learn of another bear shooting, this time by law enforcement. How smart do you have to be to be to chase a bear away? The shooting was supposed to be accidental, by a deputy. Do t...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Be careful if you're a dog owner
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 8:34amDog owners of Lake Tahoe, beware - the dog catcher is after you.This actually applies to all California residents. Did you know that if your dog barks at someone or even their dog or cat, it can be...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Vote Kortge on Tuesday
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 8:33amDear Tahoe Residents and Friends,On Nov. 8, I am asking for your vote for the South Tahoe Public Utility District Seat No. 3. I offer a diverse background which will be highly effective in this pos...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Kortge best choice for utility district
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 8:32amOn Tuesday, Nov. 8, I hope you will vote for Mary Kortge to sit on the Board of Directors for South Tahoe Public Utility District, Seat No. 3. She will make an excellent board member. Her mastery o...
GUEST COLUMN: How we're restoring Tahoe while creating sustainable communities
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 8:30amAs the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency runs full-steam ahead to complete the Lake Tahoe Regional Plan Update by the end of 2012, I want to be sure the community is clear on our goal - restoring and ...
