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Tahoe Interagency Bear Team to teach people how to live responsibly with bears
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/30/2023 - 2:12pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - A joint effort between the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has created an innovative program called BearWise. This aims to help people live more responsibly with bears with guidance from several Lake Tahoe agencies.
This has long been the focus of wildlife advocates around the lake, and BearWise is meant to provide the same consistent messaging regarding bears and how to manage human-bear conflict across state lines and through all Tahoe agencies.
Eric Nageotte Memorial 5K Snowshoe Walk and Race to raise funds for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/30/2023 - 1:37pm
Event Date:
February 26, 2023 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Eric Nageotte Memorial "Fresh Tracks" 5K Snowshoe Walk and Race returns to historic Camp Richardson on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at 10 a.m. The annual event is hosted by The Tahoe Mountain Milers Running Club.
If you have never experienced snowshoeing, this is your chance. If you can walk, you can snowshoe - you don't have to race, just have FUN! Sign up by Feb. 23 to save $10 off the race day registration fee, and be sure to reserve a pair of snowshoes if you need them or bring your own. First-time walkers are encouraged to participate.
February is National Children's Dental Health Month
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/30/2023 - 11:45am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. – February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, giving the El Dorado County Public Health Division’s Oral Health Program a focus this month on reminding children and parents that good oral health starts early and includes healthy choices.
“While going to the dentist for regular checkups and cleanings is always important for children, paying attention to things such as the drinks they consume can also make a huge difference for good oral health,” said Andrea Lindner Jones, health educator with the Oral Health Program.
Public invited to weigh in on UNR's 150th anniversary logo
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/30/2023 - 9:22am
RENO, Nev. — The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is seeking input in the selection of a logo to celebrate its 150th anniversary. Members of the community can select their favorite logo online starting today, Jan. 30, through Monday, Feb. 6.
On October 12, 1874, the University opened its doors to seven students in Elko, Nevada, marking the humble beginnings of Nevada’s original land grant university. The University will celebrate its 150th anniversary on Oct. 12, 2024.
A very cold start to the week at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/29/2023 - 11:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One will have to travel far distances to find someplace warm this week as the Lake Tahoe Basin will see some of the coldest air in some time. Bitter cold temperatures are expected for Monday and Tuesday around Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada, with some locations expected to see their coldest low temperatures in the last five to ten years, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Local skier Kyle Smaine killed in avalanche in Japan
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/29/2023 - 7:20pm
South Lake Tahoe professional skier Kyle Smaine died Sunday after being overtaken by an avalanche in Japan, according to the Mountain Gazette. The 31-year-old had been skiing while on a marketing trip for Ikon Pass and Nagano Tourism when the avalanche occurred Sunday afternoon, Japan local time, the Mountain Gazette said.
Column: Health care provider: what’s in a name?
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/29/2023 - 4:19pm
How an individual or family interacts with their healthcare team looks different than it did 10 or 20 years ago. With an increasing number of people needing healthcare services, a continuing focus on preventative health maintenance, and growing demand for specialty medical care, healthcare providers are in high demand across the country.
To meet growing demand, a shift within healthcare is taking place — Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are working in tandem with physicians to treat patients and increase access, or availability, to medical care.
South Tahoe High School Dance Team takes 1st place at Northern Nevada Cheer and Dance Invitational
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/29/2023 - 3:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High (STHS) Dance Team took top honors on Saturday at the Northern Nevada Cheer and Dance Invitational held at Damonte Ranch High School in Reno.
The team won first place in the Jazz Dance Category.
Leading the STHS team are coaches Kylee Finnegan, Ashley Smith, Izzy Preston, Bri Alamilla, and choreographer Ashley Smith.
It was a lot of hard work to take the top spot including weeks of 7 a.m. practices, said Coach Kylee.
Man who had been living in van found deceased inside in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/29/2023 - 3:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) found a man in his 40s deceased in his van on Saturday, January 28, 2023.
A relative of the unidentified man called SLTPD, telling them he hadn't heard from the relative since before Christmas Day. The caller said the missing man had been living in his van, and they gave SLTPD areas where he was known to park.
Sugar Bowl Ski Team and Academy's Will Sweetser to coach at the FIS World Junior/U23 Championships
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/28/2023 - 6:46pm
Sugar Bowl Ski Team & Academy's Nordic Program Director Will Sweetser has been selected to serve as a coach for the U.S. Ski Team at the FIS World Junior/U23 Championships in Whistler, British Columbia.
The top 5 ranked U23 men and women, and the top 6 ranked U20 men and women are selected from a combination of FIS World Cup results, FIS points, and the U.S. National Championships. SBSTA Club Nordic athlete J.C. Schoonmaker of Tahoe City automatically qualified from his World Cup results as a member of the U.S. Ski Team.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/28/2023 - 6:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that 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.
January 19 - January 25, 2023
1/19
07:41 SUSPICIOUS SUBJECT IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Court Dept 11 SLT on Johnson Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ADVISED.
Local businesses and locals honored during Tahoe Chamber Blue Ribbon Awards ceremony
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/28/2023 - 3:14pm
The Tahoe Chamber held its annual Blue Ribbons Award ceremony on Thursday, recognizing people, organizations, and collaborations that uplift the South Shore community.
The 15th annual Blue Ribbon Award winners:
Tourism Award - An innovative program, promotion, or product for our visitors
Winner: Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA)
Runner Up: Flatstick Pub
Honorable Mention: Anderson Bicycle Rentals
Entrepreneur Award - An innovative individual who assumed the risk of starting a new business or venture.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue annual awards evening
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/27/2023 - 11:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Duke Theatre at Lake Tahoe Community College was full of firefighters and their families on Thursday, along with community members to celebrate the men and women of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue.
The annual evening acknowledges remarkable events throughout the year, years of service, promotions, and various awards, along with weddings and new babies.
POSTPONED - Rare, Endangered, Uncommon Species of the Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/27/2023 - 11:21pm
Event Date:
March 28, 2023 - 5:30pm
POSTPONED: The Tuesday wildflower talk at the library is being canceled due to the upcoming storm. It has been rescheduled for May 30th.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the South Lake Tahoe Library and Tahoe Institute for Natural Science on March 28 as Bob Sweatt shares flowers from his 2022 Wildflower Big Year.
Lake Tahoe is an area abundant with wildflower species, including many rare and endangered plants. Mr. Sweatt's presentation will include many uncommon species that you will not normally see on your wildflower walk.
Come find out what you're missing!
Lake Tahoe area fire districts ask for help keeping fire hydrants clear of snow
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/27/2023 - 7:24pm
With 4,097 fire hydrants in the Tahoe Basin, fire districts are asking for help keeping them dug out during winter so firefighters would have easy access in the event of a fire.
Quick hitting winter system and very cold temperatures up next for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/27/2023 - 11:53am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Ready for the cold and snow to be a thing of the past? That isn't going to happen for a while, and the next winter weather system in the Lake Tahoe forecast shows that.
A quick-moving slider-type winter system is expected to impact the Sierra and western Nevada on Sunday into Sunday night, bringing gusty ridge winds and light snowfall accumulations. On its tail will be some bitterly cold temperatures.
New Liberty Utilities leadership for local offices
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/27/2023 - 11:35am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Liberty Utilities has announced the promotion of Lindsay Maruncic to Senior Director of Operations. Maruncic will oversee the day-to-day business as well as the development and implementation of business and organizational strategy. She is based in the South Lake Tahoe office but splits her time with North Lake Tahoe.
Column: Low impact for healthier joints
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/27/2023 - 11:14am
Exercise provides amazing benefits for your body and mind, including higher self-esteem, better sleep, and improved physical health. Health experts recommend adults get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week, and how you spend those 150 minutes plays a big part in your joint health.
Barton Wellness Outings
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 9:38pmEvent Date:
February 6, 2023 - 10:00am
The next Barton Wellness outing is on Monday: , February 6 at Pope / Baldwin Bike Path from West End, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Research shows time in nature can improve your mental and physical health. Enjoy the benefits of nature with a stroll led by a Barton Wellness Advocate. For more information, visit BartonHealth.org/WellnessOutings. Weather dependent.
Placer County supervisors approves almost $4.5M for eight Tahoe projects
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 9:05pm
The Placer County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved $4,493,818 for eight capital improvement projects during its January 24 meeting. The Capital Advisory Project Committee (CAP) recommended the projects that will be funded by Tourism Occupancy Tax (TOT) funds.
During this year’s grant cycle, the CAP Committee received 13 project requests totaling $8.1 million. The committee determined three applications did not meet funding criteria and two other projects were supported by the committee but were encouraged to seek other identified funding sources.
Free webinar ~ Recreation & Stewardship: Turning a Challenge into an Opportunity
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 4:32pm
Event Date:
January 30, 2023 - 11:00am
As those in the Lake Tahoe Basin and parks everywhere are aware, ever-growing outdoor recreation presents a complicated challenge - crowding, trash, spiderweb social trails, and wildlife interactions can impact the health and safety of both wildlife and people. The silver lining is that more nature lovers enjoying the outdoors means an ever-growing community and support for the places we love. Community, inclusion, and indigenous respect are paramount.
El Dorado County asks residents to participate in website redesign survey
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 3:28pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - A website survey has been published by El Dorado County for its citizens to provide their input on everything from how they prefer to receive information to what types of information are most
important and useful, to the way the website looks and functions and many issues in between.
“The County’s website is the most visible, accessible and comprehensive tool to keep our citizens informed and updated on the thousands of services and activities it offers and should be responsive to the needs of those we
Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival 2023
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 3:20pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jul 23 2023 .
July 22, 2023 (All day)
July 23, 2023 (All day)
Are you ready for Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival 2023?
Organizers are bringing it back and expanding it to TWO incredible days
at a new location, Palisades Tahoe.
Save the date:
July 22 & 23
More info coming VERY SOON
Wylder Hope Valley hosts presentation on Snowshoe Thompson
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 3:09pm
Event Date:
January 29, 2023 - 1:00pm
The Eastern Sierra History Series continues o Sunday, January 29 when the Wylder Hotel Hope Valley hosts "Snowshoe Thompson-Mailman of the Sierra" at 1 p.m.
The Chautauqua-style presentation will be on Thompson who carried the mail across the Sierra Nevada mountains during winter snows for 20 years. He would travel over the 180-mile round trip in just five days on his hand-crafted snow skates (skis) with nothing more than a jacket, dried meat, matches, and his 80 lbs. of mail.
Lae Tahoe Visitor's Authority Workshop
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 3:02pmEvent Date:
February 1, 2023 - 3:00pm
LAKE TAHOE VISITOR'S AUTHORITY WORKSHOP
Date: Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Time: 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: LTVA Board Room, 169 US-50, Stateline, NV
Topic: LISTENING SESSION #5
Special Topic: LTVA Marketing (Part 2)
Session facilitated by Carl Ribaudo, Strategic Marketing Group
Note: A quorum of the following Boards may be present at this
workshop:
● Lake Tahoe Visitor Authority
● South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District
● Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority
Tahoe Fund photo contest seeks best Lake Tahoe snow pictures
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 1:06pm
Lake Tahoe is one of the most beautiful places on Earth, which naturally leads to a lot of incredible photographs! This winter, the Tahoe Fund will be recognizing some of the best photos and photographers in the Tahoe region through its Winter Photo Contest.
Untethered Workspace and Cowork Tahoe now part of global network
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 12:43pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - After a thorough application process and leadership vote, Untethered Workspace and Cowork Tahoe have been accepted as the newest members of The League of Extraordinary Coworking Spaces (LExC).
Prevent snow-related gas leaks
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 12:27pm
The Sierra received remarkable snowfall in a short period of time, leading to a spike in propane-related calls to local fire agencies. This is not uncommon after early, heavy, and wet snowfall events and North Tahoe Fire shares information on ways locals can prevent snow-related gas leaks.
The series of storms in recent weeks resulted in heavy snow loading on propane tanks and plumbing systems.
Tahoe Arts Project presents Puppet Art Theater Company
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/26/2023 - 12:21am
Event Date:
February 10, 2023 - 6:00pm
The Tahoe Arts Project is bringing the Puppet Art Theater to South Lake Tahoe in February. Under the artistic direction of Art Grueneberger, the theater company tours theaters, festivals, and public events all over California.
With a keen sense of humor and a flair for drama, Grueneberger is a master at developing marvelous puppet shows that delight audiences of all ages.
The public performance will be the Three Little Pigs on February 10 at 6 p.m. in Lake Tahoe Community College's Duke Theater. It is free entry but donations are accepted.
Caltrans hopes to have SR89 around Emerald Bay open on Friday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/25/2023 - 11:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - State Route 89 remains closed around Emerald Bay as crews work to remove vast amounts of snow from the roadway. Caltrans said its South Lake Tahoe area maintenance crew began the arduous task of clearing the snow with blowers, graders, and plows. They said crews encountered slides at multiple locations, one as high as 50 feet and 300 feet long, and six others between 25 and 30 feet tall.
The department is targeting Friday to reopen the highway.
To check road conditions before traveling, visit https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/.
MONOPOLY: Lake Tahoe Edition unveiled
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/25/2023 - 8:23pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Lake Tahoe and game lovers have something new to celebrate - the MONOPOLY: Lake Tahoe Edition is here! Mr. Monopoly was at Edgewood Tahoe Wednesday afternoon to officially declare the region as ‘Passing GO.’
Game players can visit Glazed and Confuzed, Keep Tahoe Blue, Cobber by the Lake, Mt. Tallac, Friday's Station Pony Express stop, Village Toys, Vikingsholm, Geared for Games, Fanny Bridge, Meeks Bay, Monkey Rock, Hellman-Ehrman Mansion, Kings Beach, Crown Motel, The Grid Bar and Grill,
Tree Ring Project unveiled in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/25/2023 - 3:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first of six history tree rings was unveiled at South Lake Tahoe City Hall on Tuesday. The tree was estimated to be alive from 1844 to 2017, so dates important in the history of the area are identified on the rings of the tree. It is hanging on the wall in the lobby of the Lake Tahoe Airport for all to experience.
The Tree Ring Project is a joint effort between the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, Kenny Curtzwiler from K&K Services, the Lake Tahoe Historical Society, and the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Road crews out fixing potholes around Lake Tahoe, a constant issue faced each winter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/25/2023 - 2:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Sierra Nevada has had a pounding this winter, so far, with several feet of snow, and atmospheric rivers spreading snow and rain throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin. While almost none of the storms on their own has been catastrophic or even record-breaking, the constant pounding has taken its toll, and area roads show it.
Public invited to South Lake Tahoe City Council's strategic planning session
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/25/2023 - 12:48pm
Event Date:
January 31, 2023 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council will be holding its annual Strategic Planning Retreat on Tuesday, January 31 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the ballroom at the Landing (4104 Lakeshore Blvd).
This is an open, public meeting. Seating will be available for attendees and it will also be live-streamed on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CityofSLT.
Road Beat: 2023 Honda Civic Type R review ~ Just wow!
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/25/2023 - 12:33pm
The 2023 Honda Civic Type R returns, and it's mostly magnificent.
What is it?
Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe is expanding its Pet Pantry program to all of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/24/2023 - 7:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE and TRUCKEE, Calif. — The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) is expanding its “Pet Pantry” program, which helps owners keep their pets despite financial hardships or other barriers. HSTT launched the program during the recession of 2010, offering Truckee residents free pet food and supplies to maintain their pet’s care. When the South Lake Tahoe office opened in 2019, the agency expanded the program to that area.
Now, every Lake Tahoe resident is eligible.
Win vacations in the Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra raffle!
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/24/2023 - 7:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) has been serving the women and youth of the South Lake Tahoe community since 1977. In order to provide the funds necessary to help, the club fundraises. In the past, that was done through the annual Elegant Evening and silent auction, but COVID-19 paused large in-person events, so SITS has responded with three fun and new ways to help those in the community!
Lake House holds second in series of Vine & Dine events
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/24/2023 - 7:30pm
Event Date:
February 2, 2023 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake House cordially invites locals and visitors to experience “Vine & Dine,” an exclusive five-course pairing dinner on Thursday, February 2 at 5 p.m. Executive Chef Jimi Nakamatsu will be creating the meal in collaboration with sommeliers Jeremiah Schwartz and Clifford Burr.
Treat yourself to an evening full of culinary-inspired conversation, community, and delectable libations. Plus, it’s a perfect opportunity to view the recent renovations added to the already beautiful building laced with history.
Kudos: Vail Resorts hosts Bread & Broth Dinner
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/24/2023 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Despite Mother Nature bringing an additional foot of fresh snow to the Lake Tahoe area on Monday, January 16, Bread & Broth still served a hot meal to the 41 dinner guests who braved the cold and the snowy roads. Due to the road conditions and blocked driveways, only a few cooks could get to St. Theresa’s Grace Hall, so hot pizza from Pizza Hut, a green salad, and broccoli were served in lieu of the planned menu.
Barton Health nurse Maggie Vieira recognized with The Daisy Award
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/24/2023 - 6:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Margaret "Maggie" Vieira, registered nurse (RN) with Barton’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU), has been selected as a recipient of The DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses. The award is in recognition of the clinical skill and compassionate care nurses provide to create a superior experience for patients and their families.
Vieira was nominated by William McPhatter III, RN and colleague of Vieira who told the story that inspired his nomination.
5th annual Ski California Safety Day at resorts around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/24/2023 - 1:38pm
Ski California’s fifth annual safety day returns Saturday, January 28, with resorts in California and Nevada gearing up to offer a variety of safety-themed activities to educate guests about the importance of skiing and riding safely.
Special Olympics Nevada athlete named to Special Olympics USA team
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/24/2023 - 1:18pm
Special Olympics USA has announced it will send a 201-member delegation to represent the United States at the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023, being held June 17-25, 2023. Brandy Goodson of Fallon, Nev., will represent Special Olympics Nevada, competing in athletics. She competes for the organization’s program in Fernley, Nev.
American Legion Auxiliary Post 795 donates to the STHS Food Pantry
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/23/2023 - 11:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - American Legion Post 795'recently made a food donation to the South Tahoe High School Food Pantry.
In the photo above, American Legion Post 795 Auxiliary Secretary Sandy McKnight and Rob Canny of South Tahoe High School and part-time bartender at Post 795, joined forces this past fall.
Rob had informed the Auxiliary of food-insecure students at the high school. Since then, four carloads of food have been gathered by the Auxiliary and delivered by Rob for STHS. The Auxiliary also supports the Food Pantry at Lake Tahoe Community College.
Tahoe Paradise Recreation and Park District Board Meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/23/2023 - 11:27pmEvent Date:
January 26, 2023 - 6:00pm
The Tahoe Paradise Recreation & Park District Board of Directors will be holding its next meeting on Thursday, January 26, 2023, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The meeting will be held on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84561119365?pwd=S3ljcHFhOWpIVzJnQU5NcHBUVHhRZz09
Meeting ID: 845 6111 9365
Passcode: 611475
BOARD MEETING AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND CONFIRMATION OF QUORUM
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. OPEN FORUM FOR PUBLIC - 3 MINUTE LIMIT / SPEAKER
5. CLAIMS PAYMENTS – Tom/Joanne
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Project Committee: Greg/Joe
Grant Committee: Judy
Prescribed fire operations scheduled to resume this week at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/23/2023 - 11:13pm
Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) members may continue prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe as conditions and weather allow. The Nevada Division of Forestry is scheduled to burn hand piles near Incline Village and the USDA Forest Service may continue operations near Baldwin Beach. Smoke will be present. For current air quality, visit AirNow.
Two planned burn areas this week:
1. LTBMU Admin Pile, USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, North of Taylor Creek, and South of Baldwin Beach Road
Burn Type: Log Deck, Total Acreage: 1.00
Mini Royal Treatment for area princesses to raise funds for Lake Tahoe Shining Stars
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/23/2023 - 2:23pm
Event Date:
February 10, 2023 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - Rah Beauty Bar located in Edgewood Tahoe, is throwing an event for the little princesses of the community. On Friday, February 10, 2023, princesses from ages 3 to 12 are invited to get the royal treatment. The little ones will also meet the real-life princesses from Ever After Productions. (Another event for pre-teens and teens will be coming soon)
City of South Lake Tahoe seeks one-year franchise agreement with Liberty Utilities
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/23/2023 - 1:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe wants to explore options for who will provide electric utility services to the community, including the feasibility of municipalization of electrical generation distribution.
During its January 10 meeting, the City Council rejected Liberty Utilities' request for a 25-year franchise agreement, and instead offered one-year as staff examines all possibilities for services in a first reading. At its January 24 meeting, the Council has the approval of the one-year plan on the consent agenda.
Dr. Helen Henry Smith honored with Golden Bear Award for pioneering efforts in preserving Vikingsholm Castle
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/23/2023 - 10:29am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Sierra State Parks Foundation invites Californians to recognize and celebrate Dr. Helen Henry Smith for her pioneering efforts that saved and preserve Vikingsholm Castle located at Emerald Bay State Park at Lake Tahoe. Dr. Smith was awarded the Golden Bear Award, an annually presented award by the California State Parks and Recreation Commission, highlighting individuals who demonstrate leadership and make significant contributions to the Parks mission.
Next TERC Talk: Why is a third of food wasted worldwide?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/23/2023 - 10:18am
Event Date:
February 9, 2023 - 5:30pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Nearly one-third of all the food that is produced in the world never gets eaten. By some estimates, 30 million tons of food are wasted in the U.S. and 1.3 billion metric tons worldwide every year. All this waste has huge economic, environmental, and social costs.
Pros and cons of undergrounding of power lines from Liberty Utilities
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/22/2023 - 7:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the number of power outages experienced at Lake Tahoe this winter, the conversation has once again been centered on the undergrounding of utilities.
Liberty Utilities is the provider of electricity on the California side of Lake Tahoe except for a small area near Truckee that is serviced by NV Energy, the carrier for the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. Liberty gets its power from NV Energy.
