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Suspect arrested for attempted lewdness with a child, other charges in Douglas County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 12:00pmDOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A 31-year-old Douglas County man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted lewdness with a child under 16 years of age, luring a child, using a child to produce pornography, and indecent or obscene exposure in the presence of a child.
On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) arrested Valeriu Monchamp of Gardnerville and he is currently in the Minden jail on a $225,649 bail hold.
Lake Tahoe interpreters receive distinguished Golden Pinecone Award
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 11:49amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has announced the 2023 Pacific Southwest Region winners of The Golden Pinecone Award, which honors the incredible work of Forest Service partners and staff when engaging the public in our mission through public-facing communications and outreach events.
El Dorado County VHR Advisory Committee presents list of recommended changes
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/20/2024 - 9:49pmEL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - El Dorado County Supervisor Brooke Laine held a community vacation home rental (VHR) meeting Wednesday to review the results of the 13-member VHR Advisory Committee. Laine put together a volunteer committee from many segments of the community to evaluate the current VHR ordinance over the last eight months. Their goal was to create a document to help reduce community divisiveness and discover where the community might find common interests and common ground on the design and management of its VHR Program.
More than $2M coming to El Dorado County for water projects
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/20/2024 - 8:39pmThe House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, which included Representative Kevin Kiley's request for more than $2 million in funding for projects in the El Dorado County region.
South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) will be receiving $1M for enhancing the resilience of critical water infrastructure.
The Great Library Refresh makes its second delivery with the help of school librarians and Cuppa Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/20/2024 - 8:20pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week marked the completion of the second Great Library Refresh book delivery, bringing over 480 brand-new books to all six Lake Tahoe Unified School District libraries.
It's been incredible to witness the community coming together to turn this dream into a reality, helping us move these books from wish lists to shelves where they belong.
Man facing multiple life sentences after South Lake Tahoe jury finds him guilty
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/20/2024 - 7:59pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An El Dorado County man is facing multiple life sentences after being found guilty of 10 felonies in a South Lake Tahoe courtroom on March 6.
On July 17 and 18, 2021, Joshua Thomas Lee Gardner went to the Sunray Motel in South Lake Tahoe to collect a drug debt from a woman who lived there. Once inside her room, Gardner robbed the victim at gunpoint and threatened to kill her.
Sierra House to celebrate classmates on World Down Syndrome Day
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/20/2024 - 11:47amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is Crazy Sock Day at Sierra House Elementary on Thursday to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. Everyone is being encouraged to wear crazy, mismatched, silly, wild, or bright socks to school to recognize the five Down syndrome students who attend the school in South Lake Tahoe.
Not only will everyone be wearing the crazy socks, but the school will be decorated in colored paper socks.
Camp Zephyr Easter Eggstravaganza
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/20/2024 - 10:02amEvent Date:
March 31, 2024 - 7:00am
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Zephyr Point is hosting the Camp Zephyr Easter Eggstravaganza on Sunday, March 31. There will be a full day of activities for all ages - stop by for one, or all!
Sunrise Easter Service at Donaldson Amphitheater at 7 a.m.
FREE Pancake Breakfast in the Tahoe Center from 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Then, starting at 9:30 a.m., the fun begins on the Tahoe Lawn: Morning Sing Easter Edition, Faire Games, Easter EggHunt, Pictures with the Easter Bunny, and lots of candy!
The event is scheduled to wrap up at 11 a.m.
Zephyr Point is located at 660 HWY 50, Zephyr Cove, Nev.
Possible changes in transportation services coming to South Lake Tahoe and Meyers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 10:13pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Transportation services on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe have changed over the years, going from free casino shuttles to the fun, Nifty Fifty trollies, and many other steps along the way. There have been many challenges, but a new proposition is in the works to help fix it.
Currently, the South Shore is serviced by two fixed bus routes along US50 provided by the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD). There is a large area that is not serviced by a bus, including Meyers (except for paratransit services).
Backcountry Film Festival coming to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 9:06pmEvent Date:
April 9, 2024 - 7:00pm
The Backcountry Film Festival is a celebration of the human-powered experience and a gathering place for the snowsports community. it is coming to South Lake Tahoe on April 9 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at South Lake Brewing Company.
Agenda for Wednesday's "State of the District" hosted by Lake Tahoe Unified School District
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 4:00pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to the Lake Tahoe Unified School District's "State of the District" on Wednesday, March 20 at 6 p.m. It takes place in the student union building at South Tahoe High School.
Just as in last year's event, the agenda includes a series of tabletop discussions where those gathered at each table tackle a series of questions. There is also a panel discussion concerning the status of current facilities.
The agenda:
Conservancy announces acquisition of Motel 6 property and surrounding sensitive land
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 12:00pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After months of negotiations, Motel 6 in South Lake Tahoe and the 31 surrounding acres are being sold, and escrow should close in the coming weeks. The motel, the adjacent vacant restaurant, and the parking lot will be removed and the environmentally sensitive land along the Upper Truckee River will be restored and preserved.
The land was owned by the Knox Johnson family.
Contract signed as ExplorUS expands operations at Camp RIchardson to include marina
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 11:43amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even though the U.S. Forest Service gave the 20-year concessionaire permit for Camp Richardson to ExplorUS, the marina was still owned and operated by Bob Hassett and Camp Richardson Resort Incorporated (CRRI). Hassett was the former concessionaire of the government-owned resort.
A one-year contract was signed this month to have ExplorUS take over operations of the marina.
Letter: The real factor in South Lake Tahoe housing issues
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 10:14amNew revelations on the factors creating the housing issues in South Lake Tahoe show that the cause has been misdiagnosed and it’s not vacation homes creating the problem. We’ve had a home in South Lake Tahoe for over 40 years and I have been studying the housing issue for a long time. Whereas Amelia Richmond, President of the Vacancy Tax initiative, has only lived in South Lake Tahoe a short time. Richmond complains that about 1,000 local workers live in Nevada and commute to jobs in South Lake Tahoe.
Kudos: St. Theresa Filipino community members host Bread & Broth dinner
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 7:33amIt is always a special treat when the members of St. Theresa’s Filipino community sponsor and host a Bread & Broth Monday Meal. It is special in that the meal is lovingly prepared and cooked by the Filipino sponsor crew. The menu that they provided for the evening’s dinner guests consisted of traditional dishes that reflect their Filipino culture.
New business licenses issued by the City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 5:01amThe following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during October – December 2023, and January - February 2024:
November
11/1
FRIENDLY TOWING AND TRANSPORTATION
KAREN HOUSER GRANT WRITER
PLEASE STAY HYDRATED
11/2
MOMENTUM SERVICES CORPORATION
TOP TIER RESIN LLC
11/3
FIVE TOUCH PROPERTIES
NORMAN A TRAUB & ASSOCIATES LLC
11/6
A TRAVELERS SAGE
RA STONEWORKS
11/7
D7 ROOFING SERVICES INC
11/8
AZTEC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
JENNY FIT LLC
PENINSULATORS INC
TAHOE DESIGNS
11/13
DAVID BALK PRODUCTIONS
South Tahoe High Drama Department presents "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 6:05pmEvent Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Mar 24 2024 .
March 22, 2024 (All day)
March 23, 2024 (All day)
March 24, 2024 (All day)
The award-winning musical comedy, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. will be performed by the South Tahoe High School (STHS) Drama Department. This show has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor.
Shows will be at the STHS TADA Theatre on March 22, 23, 29 and 30 at 7 p.m., and March 24 and 30 at 2 p.m.
The musical is a fast-paced, wildly funny, and touching show that is relatable to both young and old. It features a cast of favorites and a wonderful live musical combo.
College Bound Lake Tahoe hosts guided workshop for parents
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 5:34pmEvent Date:
March 20, 2024 - 8:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - College Bound Lake Tahoe (CBLT) will host a free workshop for parents on Wednesday, March 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the Family Resource Center (FRC) in South Lake Tahoe. The workshop is meant to prepare parents to ensure their children meet the high school graduation requirements needed to attend college.
CBLT is a collaboration between the Lake Tahoe Community College Dual Enrollment program, the FRC, and the Lake Tahoe Unified School District.
"Bear Aware" more than a snappy slogan - it shows how human behavior must change at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 2:47pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The black bears who call Lake Tahoe home need the humans that live and visit there to know proper bear behavior. And it isn't the behavior of the bears, but of the humans, that will keep the bears healthy and alive.
Bears have started to emerge from their winter lodging, and they need humans to properly secure their food and property to ensure their survival. The sooner in a bear's life we do this, the better the chance they have to safely coexist with humans.
Small-scale prescribed fire operations continue at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 2:33pmLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Members of the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) will continue prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke may be present throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin and surrounding areas. View smoke management tips and the current air quality index at AirNow and the U.S.
24th Annual Snapshot Day
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 10:13am
Event Date:
May 11, 2024 - 9:00am Be a citizen scientist for the day!
Snapshot Day is an annual water quality monitoring event held each May. Groups of volunteers fan out across the Truckee River Watershed to take samples from creeks, streams, and lakes—including Lake Tahoe—to capture a snapshot of Tahoe’s water quality at a moment in time.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College
1 College Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
9th Annual Earth Day Cleanup
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 9:31am
Event Date:
April 22, 2024 - 8:00am Celebrate Earth Day with a good, old fashioned community cleanup!
Warming spring weather can expose trash left behind as winter snow starts to melt, leaving South Lake Tahoe scattered with litter. This debris is an eyesore and can harm not only wildlife, but also Lake Tahoe’s clarity. To protect the environment and our beautiful community, the League to Save Lake Tahoe is hosting the 9th annual Earth Day Cleanup.
Sign up: keeptahoeblue.org/earth-day-cleanup
Location
Stateline
United States
See map: Google Maps
Enjoy the dry and quiet weather at Lake Tahoe while it lasts - snow and rain expected at end of week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:39amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - The dry and quiet weather pattern with a warming trend continues in the region through midweek. The only exception will be the slight chance for some isolated showers and thunderstorms along the Sierra crest on Tuesday afternoon. Enjoy it while it lasts because we`re in for a bit of a rude awakening by the time the weekend comes around. More winter-like conditions will be resurging Friday into the weekend with a trend to wetter, colder conditions, and snow.
Keep Tahoe Blue South Shore Volunteer Kickoff Open House
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:31am
Event Date:
April 16, 2024 - 5:00pm Join Keep Tahoe Blue as they kick off the 2024 volunteer season on April 16 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Valhalla Tahoe. Learn more about our programs and 2024 volunteer opportunities in an open house setting while grabbing a bite to eat, sipping on a drink, and enjoying music.
At the event, create your volunteer profile and register for upcoming events. They will also have program booths hosted by the League to Save Lake Tahoe and our partners.
Location
Valhalla Tahoe
1 Valhalla Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Local bus drivers celebrated on Transit Driver Appreciation Day
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:10amLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Transportation District is celebrating Transit Driver Appreciation Day on Monday. This is a day set aside every year on March 18 to recognize the public service of transit operators.
STHS Drama Dept. presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 9:30pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Mar 30 2024 .
March 29, 2024 (All day)
Event Date:
March 30, 2024 (All day) The STHS Drama Department will perform The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. This is an award-winning musical comedy that has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor. Featuring a fast-paced, wildly funny, and touching book that is relatable to both young and old. It features a cast of favorites and a wonderful live musical combo.
Fix a Leak Week March 18-22 - Help prevent 1 trillion gallons of water wasted annually through leaks
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 9:26pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Did you know that nearly 1 trillion gallons of water is wasted from household leaks yearly across the country? Join the nation and South Tahoe Public Utility District (District) during Fix a Leak Week, March 18 to 24, to save water and money.
Sponsored by EPA's WaterSense® program, Fix a Leak Week is an annual event that promotes water conservation by supporting utility customers as they chase down and repair leaks in their homes.
South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club hosts annual Easter Egg Hunt
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 9:00pmEvent Date:
March 30, 2024 - 10:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club is hosting the annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30 at the Lake Tahoe Community College.
The fun gets started at 10:30 a.m. with a parade, followed at 10:45 a.m. with Easter bonnet judging.
The big event, the hunt, begins promptly at 11 a.m. The fire engine horn marks the start.
Team Tahoe on Capitol Hill in support of extending the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 8:47pmLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - It was the late California Senator Diane Feinstein who dubbed those who protect our beautiful lake "Team Tahoe." Since she and the late Nevada Senator Harry Reed hosted the first Lake Tahoe Summit, over $1B has been allocated through the bi-partisan Lake Tahoe Restoration Act (LTRA) in 2000 and 2016 for projects around Lake Tahoe to keep sediments from entering the lake, keep forests healthy, remove invasive species, along with other projects.
California Dream for All first-time homebuyer program opens again in April
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 2:33pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California program to help first-time, first-generational home buyers with a down payment will be starting again in April, and for those interested in being part of it the time is now to start preparing.
The California Dream for All program exhausted approximately $300 million of funding within 11 days last year. It was a first-come-first-served loan program in 2023, and for 2024 it will award funds on a lottery system.
The down payment assistance program opens again to California residents on April 3.
Letter: South Lake Tahoe Republican Women host police chief and K9 officer
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 11:17amThe Republican Women of California - South Lake Tahoe guest speaker series continued in March with a talk by David Stevenson, South Lake Tahoe Chief of Police, Officer Corey Wilson, and Canine Officer Rocky.
Officer Wilson talked about the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) Canine Program, its benefits, and safety aspects to the public and police officers. Assembly Bill 742 almost ended the K9 officer program, but it ended up not passing.
Tahoe Knight Monsters wrap up week of giving
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 8:27amTahoe Knight Monsters have been selling merchandise all week to support the Tahoe Fund, Tim Tebow Foundation, and HOPE International. The Knight Monsters will match dollar for dollar all sales for those charities.
To view the merchandise page, visit HERE.
El Dorado County Sheriff's calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/16/2024 - 10:49pmSOUTH 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.
Mar. 7 - Mar. 13, 2024
3/7
14:31 SNOW TOW - Occurred on Wintoon Dr, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: GONE ON ARRIVAL.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day responsibly: Designate a sober driver, your lucky charm
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/16/2024 - 9:39pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations here, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD_ will be on alert for suspected impaired drivers. The community is reminded to celebrate responsibly by designating a sober driver, your lucky charm, for a safe and enjoyable celebration. Additional officers will be on patrol on March 17 looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
Letter: Beavers are vital to Lake Tahoe, no depredation permits should be issued
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/16/2024 - 1:08pmI was incredibly disappointed to learn of the destruction of a beaver dam and the request for a depredation permit regarding the beaver living in the meadow adjacent to Tahoe Beach Club. Luxury condominiums should NEVER be prioritized over a keystone species such as beavers, an endangered plant like the Tahoe yellow cress, or the health of a watershed vital to the water quality of Lake Tahoe.
Second special LTUSD meeting of the week: Budget cuts could still eliminate teachers
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 9:03pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tuesday's special meeting of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) did not meet the requirements of the Brown Act as public comment was not allowed until after the board voted on the agenda item.
South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 7:13pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:
Listing Agent: Nanda and Jimmy Dozier, Nanda@TahoeLifestyleGroup.com, 530-721-2552
Listing Office: Real Brokerage Technologies
Property Address: 477 Ala Wai Blvd #79, South Lake Tahoe, Calif. 96150
MLS #: 139855
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 3
Square Footage: 1,521 Sq Ft.
Price: $860,000
Column: The importance of values-based estate planning
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 6:23pmOur society is currently in the midst of the largest generational transfer of wealth in history, yet over 60% of our citizens do not have a will. Estate planning is a crucial task that often gets pushed to the back burner in the commotion of everyday life. However, neglecting to create a comprehensive estate plan may lead to significant consequences for both you and your loved ones.
Douglas County 2024-25 budget hearings planned
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 1:05pmDOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Douglas County is holding a budget kickoff session, followed by a series of budget hearings for the fiscal year 2024-25 tentative budget planning. At these meetings, the Board of County Commissioners will discuss the development of the upcoming fiscal year operating budgets. County departments will provide presentations and members of the public are encouraged to attend.
With Love, From Tahoe: A Stewardship Journey for Lake Tahoe's Future - Author Kristen Schwartz shares Tahoe tales with a call to action
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 11:41amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Lake Tahoe is the focus of a new all-ages book by local author/illustrator Kristen Schwartz. “With Love, From Tahoe—Stories About Simple Things We Can Do to Protect Lake Tahoe” delves into the heart of Tahoe's environmental challenges and offers practical solutions for preservation.
South Lake Tahoe City Council votes to update ADU codes that hope to ease housing crunch
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 9:03amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As regulations change around Lake Tahoe and start to allow more accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to help ease the housing crunch, the South Lake Tahoe City Council updated its ADU codes. During their Tuesday meeting, the Council unanimously voted to amend its current code.
In 2021, the City of South Lake Tahoe adopted an ADU ordinance, and changes at the state level on January 1 required the City to follow with amendments to its code,
Friday Night RATS Community Race League continues at Heavenly Mountain Resort
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 7:19amEvent Date:
Repeats every week until Fri Apr 05 2024 .
March 15, 2024 - 6:00pm
March 22, 2024 - 6:00pm
March 29, 2024 - 6:00pm
April 5, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Friday Night RATS Community Race League at Heavenly Mountain Resort returns on March 15 and will continue through the championship round on April 5.
Everyone is invited to participate in the 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. race series. Races will be held on 3/22, 3/29, and 4/5. To register, check in at the Foundation Building between 5 p.m. = 6 p.m. (lift access opens at 5:30 p.m.)
The cost is $100.
South Lake Tahoe City Council gives rental assistance and abandoned structures items a yes, rental registry a no
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 9:34pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council heard several items during its meeting on Tuesday, including the passing of items meant to alleviate housing issues in the community.
Rental Assistance
City of South Lake Tahoe to spend over $4.8 million on road projects in 2024
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 8:53pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe will be spending over $4.8M on its road rehabilitation projects this year.
There are 257 lanes miles of roads in the city limits. To fix them all it would cost $225M, but that is far above the budget so the Public Works department will start on these areas in 2024:
The main project will be a 4" mill and overlay on Keller and Saddle roads - 4.85 lane miles for $2.6M. The road there is currently low-rated and in need of attention.
Highway audit of US50 and SR89 in South Lake Tahoe completed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 3:58pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In 2023, Caltrans unveiled its plan to raise speed limits along three segments of US50 and SR89 after their tests showed drivers consistently went over the speed limit in those areas. The public and the City of South Lake Tahoe disagreed and objected to the plan due to safety and other concerns in these areas. At the time, Caltrans agreed to keep the existing speed limits in place with a plan to hold a workshop to go over the results with the City and come up with solutions.
Seeds, Sips and Songs: A family-friendly let’s look forward to garden season event!
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 11:30am
Event Date:
April 20, 2024 - 2:00pm Are you looking forward to growing season? Slow Food Lake Tahoe is hosting a first-ever FREE veggie seed give away (and some herb and flower seeds too, just for fun!). This family-friendly event is designed to help you jump start our short growing season by providing you with seeds to start indoors NOW. The seeds provided have been shown to grow best in our high elevation climate. In fact, they are the same varieties SFLT uses in their SFLT gardens. Check out the best in seeds for peas, beans, greens, beets, carrots and radishes (and more)!
Location
RMU Truckee
10292 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161
United States
See map: Google Maps
Second special LTUSD board meeting for discussion of reduction in workforce
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 11:12amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to concerns brought forward regarding a procedural process at the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) special board meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, along with the Board’s interest in providing an additional opportunity for public comment regarding the reduction in force, the Board will hold a special meeting on Friday, March 15, at noon at the District Office.
Tree fell on powerlines over US50 west of Sierra at Tahoe, road closed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 10:31amUPDATE: The road has reopened.
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Traffic is being held between Sierra at Tahoe and Twin Bridges as a tree and powerlines are cleared from US50. There is no estimated time for the road to be cleared.
At 10:58 a.m., a call was received by the California Highway Patrol, stating a tree fell onto a powerline. PG&E is on the way to take care of the situation.
No other information is available at this time.
South Lake Tahoe family wins 4 tickets to Paw Patrol
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 10:11amLAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Thank you to everyone who entered the South Tahoe Now/Paw Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite” contest. Your stories were special and it was very hard to pick just one!
May Hernandez and her family will be attending Sunday's show.
There are still tickets available for purchase. The Paw Patrol show is on Saturday and Sunday, March 16 and 17. The show is at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Sunday.
For tickets, visit https://www.tahoeblueeventcenter.com/events/detail/paw-patrol-live-heroes-unite.
Gardnerville teen dies in single vehicle crash on Jacks Valley Road
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 9:57amDOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A 19-year-old Gardnerville man died at the scene after an early morning crash on Thursday.
The Nevada State Police responded to a crash at 12:39 a.m. on March 14 on Jacks Valley Road near Bavarian Drive in Douglas County near the curve in the road north of Genoa Lakes.