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STATELINE, Nev. — The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) has announced the launch of the 2024 “Bus in Action” Photo Contest, encouraging riders to share their unique experiences of riding TTD buses. Whether it’s a snapshot of your favorite bus stop, your daily commute, or a candid photo of your favorite driver, we want to see how our buses play a part in your life!

The contest began on October 1, 2024, and runs through December 1, 2024. All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PST on the closing date.

At the September 24, 2024, City Council meeting, I was surprised to hear Councilmember Scott Robbins take a social media comment I made out of context to push his political agenda. This incident is emblematic of his ongoing efforts to mislead the community for personal gain, a tactic frequently supported by the South Lake Tahoe Democratic Club. His misappropriation of my words is just one example of how he distorts facts to advance his agenda.

I endorse Measure U as a local business owner of Mind/Body Fitness, a member of Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe, and the LTUSD Facilities Planning Advisory Committee. I have no children in the local public schools but believe voting YES to fund aging classrooms and facilities is an investment in the overall health of our community and a moral imperative to protect children. Complaining does not create change. Progress needs action and financial support.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - We reached out to all of the candidates for the two open positions on the South Lake Tahoe city council, asking for them to respond to some questions. Sadly, not all responded, but the public will get to hear from a few of them in the order their replies were received, one candidate a day Tuesday-Friday.

Today is David Jinkens who is a retired South Lake Tahoe city manager. He has lived in South Lake Tahoe with his wife Terri for 22 years.

What brought you to SLT? 

Please join us as we hear Ofri's remarkable story of strength, bravery and inspiration as she survived the October 7 massacre.

Ofri, 31-year-old Israeli from Kibbutz Kfar Aza. Married to Guy who have two daughters, Daya, 2 and Yaara, 10 months. Ofri worked in Kfar Aza’s childhood education until October 7th.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Women’s Community Fund (TWCF) was launched to leverage the power of collective giving to make a broad and lasting impact on the communities of the southern end of Lake Tahoe. Learn how to make a difference in the community for as little as $125 per year.

Through a simple grant-making process, the annual proceeds from membership provide financial support to nonprofits that address pressing issues facing our communities.

TWCF is holding the following informational events:

The next meeting of the Meyers Advisory Council will be held on Wednesday, October 2 at 4:30 p.m. at the Lake Valley Fire Protect District portable building, 2211 Keetak Street.

The public is invited to attend and there is an opportunity for public comment on agenda items.

Agenda

1. Staff recommending the Council approve the Meyers Advisory Council Meeting Minutes from September 18, 2024.

2. Agenda Item - Chair recommending the Council receive and file an update on Tahoe Paradise Park.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Festival is just days away! There is something for everybody during the three-day event, but what makes it even extra special are the screenings where the filmmakers will be present. There will also be chances to take a deeper dive into the stories and themes that shape their work during amazing panel events.

Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly mark a historic milestone: 50 years since women first joined its ranks - paving the way for women in the Department.

On September 30, 1974, a group of 40 women reported to the CHP Academy as part of the Women Traffic Officer Program (WTOP), launched as a trial to evaluate women's fitness and capability as CHP officers. Of those women, 27 completed Academy training and were sworn in as CHP officers on January 16, 1975.

STATELINE, Nev. – The Kahle Community Center has announced sign-ups for its youth basketball league, designed for 3rd to 8th graders. This is an introductory recreation league designed for youth to have fun and learn about basketball fundamentals. Register in person at the Kahle Community Center Front Desk.

League Details

The league will run from early January to mid-March, featuring one game and one practice each week. Here are the age group and game nights:

3rd-4th grade boys – games on Tuesday nights
3rd-5th grade girls – games on Tuesday nights

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce does not endorse candidates, but they do reach out to candidates and ask them a series of questions. They recently asked the seven candidates for two open positions on the South Lake Tahoe City Council some key questions that show how their goals and views on key topics and intentions align with the Chamber’s values and goals. 

The rankings done by its Government Relations Committee are included below as are the candidate’s answers.

The Redwood Empire Doll & Study Club presents our annual Santa Rosa Holiday Doll Show & Sale, Sunday, November 3, 10am-3:30pm. Santa Rosa Veterans Building, 1351 Maple Ave, Santa Rosa (across from the Fairgrounds). FREE PARKING. Admission is $6 ($1 off with this ad). Children under 12 are free with an adult. Lunch is available on-site from Lone Pine General Store. We belong to the United Federation of Doll Clubs. A $50 Fashion Doll Reclamation Workshop for ages 7+ is happening during the show. Learn skills and take home your renewed doll (doll & materials incl.).

Location

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Paradise Park was alive with excitement as the 2024 Music in the Park series concluded with a spectacular performance by Jelly Bread. The band captivated the audience with their electrifying tunes, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.

The evening was a perfect culmination of the Music in the Park series, offering the community a chance to come together, enjoy outstanding music, and savor delicious treats from various food trucks.

The next UCDavis Tahoe Environmental Center (TERC) Science Speaks Lecture will be on Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. at Sunnyside Resort. The guest speaker will be award-winning author Judith Schwartz and her presentation, Forest is a Verb: A Landscape Lens on Climate.

Dear Editor: I write to encourage my fellow Tahoe Township residents to be engaged and vote in all local elections in November. The contested races where one can have the greatest impact are those with the smallest number of eligible voters. One race I think is of particular importance is Justice of the Peace for Tahoe Township. I hope everyone will take the time to research the two candidates and vote for the one they feel is most qualified to complete the tasks at hand.

I will be casting my ballot to retain Judge Michael K. Johnson (no relation).

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.

September 16 - September 22, 2024

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07:04 ORDINANCE VIOLATION REPORT - Occurred on Cochise Cir, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ADVISED.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.

The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed broadband into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.

Utility work with one-way traffic control is scheduled along SR-28 at the following locations and times:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe was at the forefront when the city council banned the use of plastic single-use carryout bags in 2013. Grocery shoppers could bring their own bags, the preferred method, but many just ended up buying the thicker, stronger plastic bags or paper bags.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the Lake Tahoe Historical Society on Oct. 15 for their next Tahoe History Talks at the Museum Complex. The guest speaker will be Susan Magee Clemons, the president of the Glenbrook Historical Society. Her presentation, “Glenbrook—from Timber to Tourism,” will include a slideshow of Glenbrook then and now.

The Glenbrook Historical Society's mission is to preserve, promote, and communicate the history and heritage of Glenbrook, Nevada.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – The Douglas County Community Services Foundation has announced a unique fundraising initiative in partnership with the Tahoe Knight Monsters hockey team. This collaboration gives the community a chance to support local programs while enjoying thrilling live hockey games.

The Tahoe Knight Monster season starts October 24.

Join us for a two-days of Reno's Holiday Punk Flea featuring:

100 Vendors

15 Bands

Possum Pile Clothing Exchange

Kids Craft Area with Inflatables

Face Painting and Balloon Animals

Gaming Corner That Looks Like Your Mom's Basement

Stuffie Pit

Drag Queen Story Time

Aerials

Food Trucks

Skate Ramp

Mutual Aid Groups

and more!

The Flea is always all ages and kids under 12 are free!

Location

On Sunday, September 29 David and Gayle Woodruff will present one of their popular living history programs at the Minden Mill Distillery. Join them at 1 p.m. for "The Reno Cure."

Reno has long been known as “The Biggest Little City,” but it wasn’t just the introduction of legalized gambling in 1931 that brought the town its fame. For the first half of the 20th century, hundreds of thousands of people came to the Truckee River town, to get a “quickie” dissolution to their marriage.

The Adopt A Day of Nourishment sponsorship team members from Kirkwood Mountain Resort had the pleasure of serving an Asian-themed meal to the dinner guests attending Bread & Broth’s (B&B) Monday Meal on September 23. It was the first time that the B&B volunteer cooks had ever prepared an Asian Crab Casserole that was served with sticky fried rice, and Asian salad. According to Jared Peabody, a Kirkwood Environmental Compliance team member, the “crab casserole was a win!”

The dive team at Clean Up the Lake (CUTL) has completed two weeks of pilot research beneath the surface of Mille Lacs Lake in Central Minnesota. The primary goal of this project, which was funded by the Clean Water Land and Legacy Amendment, was to gain insight about submerged litter, including its movement in and around the lake. The project also involved documenting aquatic invasive species (AIS).