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Celebration of Life for Jerry Dozal
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 11:14am
On August 31, 2024, John Jerome “Jerry” Dozal peacefully departed us while surrounded by his children and grandchildren. He was born on September 30, 1939, to Joseph & Francis in Los Angeles, California.
City Council agenda: parking garage, zero traffic death policy, Motel 6 and pay raise
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 8:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tuesday evening's meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council will start off with the naming of a new mayor pro-tem after the resignation of John Friedrich, and to divide up the committees he was part of among the other four councilmembers. A new person will be appointed to fill the seat in October but that term will be just two months until the newly elected candidates will take the dias.
Before the regular agenda, the council will hear a presentation from South Tahoe Refuse on the roll-out of the three-cart colored trash system
The agenda:
False ad circulating in South Lake Tahoe, promising Mexican Consulate appointments
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 7:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Once a year the Mexican Consulate visits South Lake Tahoe to assist residents in preparing and renewing their documents. The South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center coordinates the visit and has been booking free appointments for 2024 since January.
This year, that visit is on Saturday, September 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Bijou Community School Cafeteria but all appointments have already been booked.
Trick or Treat at Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 2:43pm
Event Date:
October 31, 2024 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Following the success of last year’s event, The Shops at Heavenly Village is hosting a Trick-or-Treat event for both kids and moms on October 31 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Heavenly Village is partnering with the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, the South Lake Tahoe Lodging Association, and Desolation Hotel for the fun event which is also featuring a $1000 costume contest.
Set to delight both children and adults alike, the event will feature:
- Over 50 candy stops by village businesses and local organizations.
Fall Prescribed Fire Program kicks off this week at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 2:21pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) Fall Prescribed Fire Program kicks off on Sept. 24, 2024. If conditions and weather are favorable, California State Parks will conduct an understory burn of 23 acres at the entrance to Sugar Pine Point State Park on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore.
Tahoe Live 2024: Lil Wayne and Diplo to headline December 14-15
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 2:06pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Dec 15 2024 .
December 14, 2024 (All day)
December 15, 2024 (All day)
Get ready for an epic winter weekend as Tahoe Live returns to Palisades Tahoe December 14-15, 2024! Tickets are on sale now, and this year’s festival promises to deliver a lineup you won’t want to miss, with music legends Lil Wayne and Diplo headlining the event.
Weird Al Yankovic first act announced for 2025 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 11:57am
Event Date:
August 24, 2025 (All day)
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The 2024 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series just wrapped up this weekend with two nights with Lainey Wilson, and now the first act of 2025 has been announced for the outdoor arena at Harveys Tahoe.
First week of Fall brings above average temperatures to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 12:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first week of Fall will seem more Summer-like with highs in the mid- to upper 70s for maybe the last time we see a whole week of those temperatures until Spring! There will be a dry/mild pattern this week with light winds through Tuesday with increased southwest winds likely Wednesday with isolated areas of fire weather concerns across northeast California and northwest Nevada. Temperatures will remain around 3-7 degrees above season averages this week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 11:04pm
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 2 - September 15, 2024
9/2
09:12 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES REPORT - Occurred at Edso Jail South Lake Tahoe on Al Tahoe Blvd, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ARREST
Kudos: Temple Bat Yam hosts Bread & Broth dinner
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 7:30am
Hosting a Bread & Broth Monday Meal is a very rewarding experience and according to Temple Bat Yam congregation member, Leo Szumel, it is also a very enjoyable experience. On Monday, September 16, Temple Bat Yam was the Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) sponsor for the dinner event held by Bread & Broth at St. Theresa Church’s Grace Hall. Bread & Broth (B&B) is a ministry of St. Theresa’s church, and its volunteers of all faiths prepare and serve a hot, full-course meal and provide bags of nutritious food to take home for meals later in the week.
Major delays expected between Kings Beach and Tahoe City during Caltrans SR28 project
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 7:00am
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:
Column: Prostate cancer prevention
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 6:30am
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Prostate cancer affects about 1 in 8 men in the United States. Highly treatable when caught early, regular screenings for prostate cancer and early detection are key to good outcomes.
Annual wellness visits with your primary care physician for routine screenings, in addition to family health history tracking, are the best way to find health issues early when treatment can be most successful.
Bread & Broth 4 Kid’s weekend food program returns to South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 7:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are openings available for students in grades pre-K through 8th grade in South Lake Tahoe who need food for the weekend. Bread & Broth resumed its B&B 4 Kids (BBRK) School Year Weekend Food Bag program earlier this month and there is room for more kids to start benefitting from a bag of food each week. The bags contain three dinners, two breakfasts, two lunches, fresh fruit, and protein-enriched snacks to fill the weekend when free school meals aren't available.
Column: Connecting Tahoe through Workforce Housing
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 7:10pm
More than a decade ago, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) needed to bring the basin together to gain consensus on environmental priorities and the sustainability of our communities. Through the Regional Plan Update, thousands of community members collaborated on a unified vision for the future of Lake Tahoe. Major strides in environmental improvement have been achieved from all sectors since.
Open house to share plans for reshaping the heart of South Lake Tahoe.
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 7:03pm
Event Date:
September 25, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - The City of South Lake Tahoe, in collaboration with a local planning team, is creating an area plan that fosters a more defined sense of place in central South Lake Tahoe. This includes re-evaluating and updating things such as pedestrian and bike routes, density and dimensional standards, design standards, and where and what recreational amenities may be developed in the future.
The public is invited to an opportunity to learn more about the plan and share your ideas about improvements for the Mid-Town area.
WHEN & WHERE:
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
World’s largest Sugar Pine discovered in Yosemite
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 6:50pm
On August 25, 2024, big tree hunters Michael Taylor, Carl Casey and Martin Crawford measured a massive sugar pine that they knew about in Yosemite National Park. The team calculated that it was not only the largest known sugar pine, but the largest pine tree on Earth.
I recently spoke with Taylor – who is the original and lead “discoverer” of this and many other champion trees and has recently pioneered that use of LiDAR to find tall trees – about how he found this incredible sugar pine. He initially put it very simply and said, “It has an unusual background, actually.”
Edgewood Tahoe to undergo clubhouse remodel
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 6:25pm
STATELINE, Nev. — Lake Tahoe's Edgewood Tahoe Resort has announced upcoming renovations to its clubhouse and Edgewood Restaurant. In partnership with Plant Construction Company, LP and Collaborative Design Studio, the project will be begin October 19, 2024, with a planned public reopening in June 2025.
The remodeling project will elevate the overall aesthetic of the clubhouse and enhance the fine dining experience currently offered at Edgewood Restaurant. The transformation will welcome a new and refined dining concept, with announcements coming soon from the property.
Nearly 175 teams came to Tahoe for 2024 Fall CUFA STFC Championship
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 3:03pm
South Tahoe Futbol Club experienced the most successful tournament weekend in the club's 38-year history last weekend at the 28th annual Come Up for Air (CUFA) tournament in South Lake Tahoe and Stateline.
Five teams won first-place trophies, and three more claimed runner-up finishes in the tournament that attracted nearly 175 teams in the bi-state event. During its three tournament weekends in spring and fall, CUFA attracts over 450 teams annually and provides an economic benefit of $2.5 million to local businesses.
Letter: Measure N is misguided and an egregious violation of private property rights
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 2:51pm
To The Editor: Some people around town ask why the Realtor Associations are so involved in the "No on N" campaign. At first blush, it might appear the effort is self-serving, and that's the distortion the "Yes on N" proponents are promoting.
But when you dig a little deeper, that allegation could not be further from the truth. If Measure N passes, the Realtor community will benefit greatly.
Whittell High School student Olive Jillson Hamner named National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 10:57pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Olive Jillson Hamner, a student at George Whittell High School, has earned academic honors as a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist.
“We’re thrilled to celebrate Olive’s success and recognize her for the great work she’s been doing. We’re proud of her strong academic performance in the classroom and in the community” said Principal Sean Ryan “There’s so much that makes the students at Whittell unique, and this honor reinforces the opportunities that are provided to all students at our small school.”
Living History at Boathouse Theater – Lake Tahoe’s enigmatic Elias “Lucky” Baldwin and his daughter Anita
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 10:43pm
Event Date:
September 25, 2024 - 7:30pm
Enjoy a Chautauqua performance of Lucky Baldwin and his daughter Anita - An Unconventional Success by Gayle & David Woodruff on September 25 at the Boathouse Theater at Valhalla Tahoe. Lucky was “one of the greatest pioneers” of California business. Earning a fortune in speculating on mining stocks of the Great Comstock Lode, Baldwin owned over 8,000 acres at Lake Tahoe, including some of the Lake’s only remaining old-growth forest (now the Tallac Historic Site as well as Fallen Leaf Lake).
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department to host Community Game Night
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 10:30pm
Event Date:
October 30, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is hosting an emergency preparedness community board game night at South Lake Brewing Co. on Wednesday, October 30. The game has been designed specifically for residents and visitors to South Lake Tahoe. Light hors d'oeuvres will also be available for participating tables. Plus, prizes will be given out.
What: Emergency Preparedness Community Board Game Night
When: Wednesday, October 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: South Lake Brewing Co. 1920 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe
Cost: Free!
About the game:
Inaugural Pumpkin Patch Splash at South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 10:06pm
Event Date:
October 13, 2024 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe Parks & Recreation Department is bringing holiday fun to the community when they host the inaugural Pumpkin Patch Splash on Sunday, October 13. This is a unique and festive event where kids pick their pumpkins straight from the pool! After choosing your pumpkin, the kids will head over to the Decoration Station to create their own masterpiece.
Activities Include:
Floating Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Bowling
Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe
Halloween Goody Bags for All Participants!
Ticket Prices:
North Shore Housing Workshop rescheduled
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 6:40pm
Event Date:
October 7, 2024 - 6:00pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) invites the public to be a part of a new affordable housing initiative, "Cultivating Community, Conserving the Basin." This next phase of the Tahoe Living program aims to make housing more accessible and equitable, while also improving the environment and climate resilience of the region.
Letter: The Vacancy Tax Will Not Help Renters
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 4:31pm
My husband and I moved to South Lake Tahoe about five years ago from Denver, Colo., for an employment opportunity in town. The rise in the cost of living was immediately apparent and I, like many others, started to pick up part-time side jobs (in addition to my full-time job). My husband is a local electrician and also picks up extra work on the side when he can.
Recipe of the Week: Fall Vegetable Soup
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 4:13pm
Seasons are Changing, Which Means it's Time for Soup!!!! The kiddos are back in school, the days are getting shorter, the nights are getting cooler... the seasons are changing. As we say goodbye to Summer and welcome in Fall, remember that the pot at the end of every rainbow is filled with delicious homemade soup!
Screening and panel discussion of "Sentenced" part of Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Festival
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 12:30pm
Event Date:
October 6, 2024 - 12:45pm
"Sentenced" is a gripping documentary narrated by four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry that confronts one of the most urgent issues facing our society— childhood illiteracy. This powerful film is part of the Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Fest. It will feature a screening of the movie on October 6 at 12:45 p.m.
Christmas Tree permit program in Lake Tahoe Basin paused for next several years
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 5:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - They gave us a heads-up last year, and now the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has made the official announcement that their Christmas Tree permit program will pause in 2024. The pause will last for several years due to limited cutting areas suitable for gathering Christmas trees.
Over the last two decades, most legal and safe areas to park during snow removal conditions have been cleared of suitable trees or are currently being treated for forest health and fuel reduction projects.
TTD updates Bus Route 50 in South Lake Tahoe to run every 30 minutes
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 4:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) has made some updates to its routes that will make getting around Lake Tahoe more convenient for the South Lake Tahoe community and visitors. Starting this week, Route 50 has increased its frequency and will now run every 30 minutes, ensuring more flexibility and easier connections for everyone. The bus remains free to ride.
Key highlights of the new schedule:
- First departure from the Y at 6:20 a.m.
- Last departure from Stateline at 8:50 p.m.
- Three additional loops daily between the Y and Stateline
Tahoe Arts Project offers free performance of Cascada De Flores
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 4:00pm
Event Date:
September 27, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Experience the Magic of Cascada De Flores: Música from the heart, at the Tahoe Arts Project's first free public performance of their 38th season. It takes place on Friday, September 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College Duke Theater.
WNC professor: Lake Tahoe is North America’s oldest freshwater, permanent lake, 3rd oldest in world
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 11:54am
Before considerable scientific research by Western Nevada College Professor of Geosciences Dr. Winnie Kortemeier, it was understood that Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America, was created during the Pleistocene era, also known as the Ice Age, roughly 10,000 to 2.6 million years ago.
Through her radiometric dating of rocks and examining the basalt that has interacted with the water of Lake Tahoe, Dr. Kortemeier has determined that the lake is 2.3 million years old.
Carson City Sheriff’s Office to host 3nd annual K9 Unit Challenge and Public K9 Obstacle Course
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 11:47am
Event Date:
October 19, 2024 - 9:00am
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office will be hosting the 3rd annual K9 Unit Challenge and Public K9 Obstacle Course on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Fuji Park in Carson City.
This is a free, public event.
Dozens of K9s from multiple agencies will compete in three primary events: patrol apprehension, odor detection, and agility. Apprehension and Agility events will be on full display at Fuji’s main arena, where there are bleachers for public viewing (and cheering).
Pet Adoption Day Friday at South Lake Brewing Co.
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 11:33am
Event Date:
September 20, 2024 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Association of Realtors YPN group is hosting its annual Pet Adoption Day on Friday, September 20 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at South Lake Brewing Co.
Find your new faithful companion. If this isn't the right now for you to adopt a "fur-ever" friend, you are welcome to stop by, grab a beer, network with your peers, and support Pet Network to help ensure pets in our region find wonderful homes.
South Lake Brewing Co. is located at 1920 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Special Housing Community office hours at Sidellis
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 7:15am
Event Date:
September 26, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the City of South Lake Tahoe’ as they offer special Housing Community office hours on Thursday, September 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The public is invited to stop by, get answers to housing-related questions, learn about available resources, and engage with city staff on local housing policies.
This will be taking place at Sidellis, 3350 Sandy Way, South Lake Tahoe.
Set Sail for Mystery and Merriment: A Liar’s Cruise Returns for Its 9th Year
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 7:00am
Event Date:
October 5, 2024 - 4:00pm
TAHOE CITY, Calif. – This 9th annual fun-filled cruise, A Liar’s Cruise, is back! On Saturday, October 5, attendees will cruise down the West Shore on the Tahoe Gal at 952 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City. Onboard are spellbinding storytellers, free-flowing fine wine by Highway 12 Winery (no-host bar available), and endless appetizers sponsored by Raley’s. Attendees must decide if they believe the storytellers are telling the truth or not; hence, a liar’s cruise! The evening ends with a lively live auction of unique treasures and experiences. The boat departs sharply at 4 p.m.
Chase International Foundation awards $12,500 to area non-profits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 6:01am
Chase International Foundation recently awarded $12,500 to Northern Nevada and California non-profit agencies as part of its ‘Four Pillars of Giving’ grant program.
The bi-annual grant recipients include the Ian Casey Foundation, Reno Judo Club, Food Bank of Northern Nevada, For Kids Foundation, Rescued Hearts Ranch, Sierra Kids Foundation, Sierra Lutheran High School, and Supporting Our Survivors.
Community invited to "Fine Candidates and Finer Food" event
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 5:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A unique non-partisan event combining gourmet cuisine and local politics is set to take place on October 5, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at a private residence in midtown South Lake Tahoe. All community members are warmly invited to attend, regardless of political affiliation.
"Fine Candidates and Finer Food" will showcase culinary creations from two acclaimed local chefs who are also running for public office: Keith Roberts, City Council candidate and renowned chef, and Seth Dallob, STPUD Board candidate and proprietor of Tahoe Persian Kitchen.
South Tahoe High School 2024 Homecoming Week and Parade scheduled
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 9:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High School (STHS) will launch its annual Homecoming Week with special spirit days from September 30 to October 5, 2024.
Spirit Days
Monday, 9/30/24 - Dress up Frat day
Tuesday, 10/1/24 - Hawaiian Day
Wednesday, 10/2/24 - Anything But a Backpack
Thursday, 10/3/24 - Throwback 2000's dress up
Friday, 10/4/24 - Class colors or Blue and Gold Day
Finish building Homecoming floats from September 30 to October 3, 2024, 3:45 p.m. - 7 pm.
Inaugural Tahoe Literary Festival to offer weekend full of events
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 8:44pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Oct 12 2024 .
October 11, 2024 (All day)
October 12, 2024 (All day)
TAHOE CITY, Calif. - The inaugural Tahoe Literary Festival is on Oct. 11 and 12 at venues in Tahoe City. Author and naturalist Obi Kaufmann is the keynote. Kaufmann will speak on Oct. 12 as part of the tour for his newest book, “The State of Fire, Why California Burns,” to be released in September.
Tahoe Knight Monsters add veteran NHL talent with Center Luke Adam
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 8:25pm
STATELINE, Nev. – The Tahoe Knight Monsters, proud ECHL Affiliate of the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights and the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights announced today that the team has agreed to terms with center Luke Adam for the 2024-25 season.
Adam, 34, comes to Tahoe after spending the last eight years abroad. He played seven seasons in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) from 2016-2023, and split time last year with HC Plzeň in Czechia and HC Banska Bystrica in Slovakia. In that 2023-24 season, he played 28 games and totaled 15 points (5g 10a).
South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District Board Meeting
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 4:01pmEvent Date:
September 26, 2024 - 1:00pm
South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District will hold its next Board of Directors Meeting at Forest Suites Resort (Tallac Room) at 1:00 pm, Thursday Sept 26, 2024.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Introduction of Guests and Staff
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting (Attachment)
Approval of Agenda
Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items, 5-Minute Limit)
AGENDA
Discussion/Possible Action
Treasurer’s Report
Review of Current Financial Position
Discussion: Re-Visit on TID Bi-Law Changes
Discussion: Creation of Event Taskforce
Revisit: Selection of TID Seats (2) on LTVA Board
AT&T agrees to get the lead cables out of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 2:16pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - From Baldwin Beach to Rubicon Bay and inside Emerald Bay there are approximately six miles of submerged century-old cables containing about 107,000 pounds of lead in Lake Tahoe. They are just feet away from iconic Emerald Bay, beautiful beaches and tall trees, and underneath the turquoise blue water Lake Tahoe is known for.
Going blue and green in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 1:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The rollout of the new three-cart trash system is well underway in South Lake Tahoe, with the carts now making their way into the El Dorado county portion of the South Shore. As with anything new, things have been confusing for some, drawing numerous complaints from others, with most ready to try out the new way of disposing of garbage, green waste, and recyclables.
Barton Health named official medical provider for Tahoe Knight Monsters
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 10:02am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Tahoe Knight Monsters, the ECHL’s newest hockey team, has selected Barton Health as their Official Medical Provider.
“We feel very fortunate to have Barton Health by our side,” says David Hodges, co-owner of the Tahoe Knight Monsters. “It is reassuring to know we have a talented group of medical experts locally who understand the demands and challenges elite athletes face. Barton Health has a long history of serving this community and we look forward to our partnership in this area as well.”
Lake Tahoe Basin-wide evacuation plan completed, open for 60-day comment period
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 9:20am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif/Nev. - A new Lake Tahoe Regional Evacuation Plan has been developed through a collaboration between Lake Tahoe fire chiefs, law enforcement agencies, and emergency management personnel. The plan was created using a diverse team of experts from two states and five counties, using experiences gained during past major wildfires.
The 185-page document is a "living document" intended to provide the public with critical information related to evacuations and will be updated periodically.
South Lake Tahoe's Piper Arnold named to 2024-25 Stifel U.S. Freeski Team
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 10:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - U.S. Ski & Snowboard officially announced the 36 athletes who have accepted their nominations and will join the Stifel U.S. Freeski Team for the 2024-25 season. The announcement was made in Park City, Utah on Friday, and South Lake Tahoe native Piper Arnold is on that list.
Piper, who turned 17 this summer, is on the halfpipe rookie women's team, joining pros Hanna Faulhaber, Svea Irving, Riley Jacobs, and the other rookie, Kate Gray, 18, of Crowley Lake who skis for Mammoth Mountain.
Suspect arrested, accused of starting the Crozier Fire that burned 1,960 acres in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 12:34pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) has arrested a suspect for causing the Crozier Fire that ignited in El Dorado County on August 6, 2024.
On September 16, EDSO arrested Jason Robinette, 48, of Placerville, on a warrant issued by CAL FIRE Law Enforcement. The arrest was made following an investigation into the Crozier Fire.
Robinette was arrested in Placerville and booked into the El Dorado County Jail on charges of arson and starting the Crozier Fire, ultimately burning 1,960 acres in El Dorado County.
Bail has been set at $250,000.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office investigating apparent murder-suicide at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 12:12pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - At 4:30 p.m. Sunday, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) responded to a report of two deceased persons in a vehicle in the Glenbrook area. Deputies arrived in the US50 and Kelly Circle area near the historical marker, and discovered a male and female, in the front seat of a GMC pickup truck.
DCSO Sheriff Dan Coverley said it appears the male shot the female and then shot himself.
TRPA and partners remove illegal moorings from Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 11:22am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – When the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) passed its 2018 Shoreline Plan, the process of the cleanup of illegal buoys and moorings began. The Plan capped the number of piers and boat moorings, along with other shoreline activities such as commercial operations such as boat charters.
Letter: The bond measure U should vote for
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2024 - 11:05am
I've been vocal in my opposition to many of the tax measures that have come before our community over the last year, including the proposed property transfer tax, the TOT tax increase, the minimum wage increase and several others. I oppose Measure N, believing it is poorly written and will do little but increase the inefficiency that haunts our local government. However, when it comes to Measure U, the school bond initiative for Lake Tahoe Unified School District, I find myself in an uncharacteristic position: advocating for its passage.
