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COVID-19 daily cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 8:14pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There have been 38 new cases of COVID-19 and two new deaths recorded since yesterday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,386. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive. Case rates continue to drop.
There are now 15.3 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county, the lowest since the beginning of the Omicron variant.
Grand opening celebration as the Flight Deck in South Lake Tahoe changes hands
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 7:49pm
Event Date:
February 26, 2022 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Not every restaurant can provide a view of snowcapped mountains, tall trees, and landing aircraft along with their food, but that is exactly what patrons can expect at the Flight Deck.
DNA gets "Hank the Tank" off the hook; CDFW to trap, tag and release the South Lake Tahoe bear
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 4:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 500-lb black bear in South Lake Tahoe who has gained international fame as "Hank the Tank" has been issued a reprieve, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is no longer on a mission to euthanize him if caught.
Just as humans can be exonerated of a crime through DNA evidence, bears also can be off the hook for knocking down garage doors and gaining entry into homes for food.
Fundraiser for young South Lake Tahoe man who suffered a stroke
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 6:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 24-year-old South Lake Tahoe man was airlifted to Renown Hospital in Reno on February 5 after suffering a stroke. Wesley Ficklin, a 2016 graduate of South Tahoe High, was at home with what he thought was a cold. It turned out he had COVID-19 and formed a blood clot that went to his brain.
After an extensive brain procedure and time in the ICU, Wesley is now in a rehabilitation center working on getting all of his motor skills back.
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office detectives seek to find family, friends of woman found deceased
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 6:20am
WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. - Detectives from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office would like to speak with anyone who might have had contact with Trena Bristol. The 56-year-old woman's body was found last week in the remote hills of the southwest Peavine Mountains.
They believe Bristol may have worked in South Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Sacramento, and Reno.
Foul play is not suspected but detectives are seeking to speak with anyone who knows, or has had contact with, Bristol in an effort to resolve this case.
Lake Tahoe-Truckee region recognized at the Visit California Poppy Awards
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 6:10am
The Lake Tahoe-Truckee region was recognized in five categories and six awards at the Visit California Poppy Awards, more than any other regional destination in the state. The event was held in San Francisco on Feb. 15, 2022, honoring the best and brightest of California tourism during the conclusion of Visit California’s Outlook Forum Conference.
Tube Tahoe fundraiser for South Tahoe Futbol Club
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/24/2022 - 6:01am
Event Date:
February 27, 2022 (All day)
Spend Sunday at TubeTahoe in Meyers and help support the South Tahoe Futbol Club (STFC).
Between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on February 27, tube for 1.5 hours for just $25 instead of the normal $55. People must state they are there for STFC. All funds raised at this rate will be donated to the club that serves over 200 youth in the South Lake Tahoe community.
COVID-19 cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 5:52pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There have been 23 new cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths recorded since yesterday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,348. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive. Case rates continue to drop.
There are now 16.2 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county, the lowest in weeks.
There is an interactive dashboard for the county with extra details here: See HERE.
Mechanized equipment now allowed when thinning forests on steeper slopes around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 5:05pm
Forest thinning projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin just got a new partner that will help remove the threat of wildfires in a cheaper and more efficient manner.
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board unanimously approved a change to its policy that will now allow mechanical thinning on slopes with a 30-50 percent grade. Prior to today's action, it was only allowed on slopes under a 30 percent grade and anything steeper had to be done by hand crews, pile burning, and aerial logging to protect water quality from potential erosion.
Ashes-to-Go returns to South Lake Tahoe on Ash Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 4:10pm
Event Date:
March 2, 2022 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Pastor Diana Turner of Hope Lutheran Church is holding their fifth Ashes-to-Go in South Lake Tahoe in honor of Ash Wednesday.
You can find Pastor Turner at Stateline distributing ashes and blessings in the area in front of the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel on Lake Tahoe Boulevard on March 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
TRPA decision allows manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution uses in Gateway area of South Lake Tahoe Tourist Core
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 2:39pm
A decision today by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) governing board will allow the Tahoe Wellness Center to move forward through the City of South Lake Tahoe's cannabis use permit process. By a vote of 12-2, the board approved changes to the Tourist Core Area Plan (TCAP) Tourist Center Gateway District Special Area #1, reversing their previous action. In January 2022, they had voted against the proposed changes, leading the City of South Lake Tahoe to ask for the matter to be brought back before the board for reconsideration.
Temple Bat Yam’s Purim in the Powder returns
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 11:34am
Event Date:
March 12, 2022 - 8:00am
Join Temple Bat Yam in celebrating the spring holiday of Purim with the comeback of “Purim in the Powder”. On Saturday, March 12, participants will be skiing and snowboarding at Heavenly in (optional) costumes. Since this is a fundraiser, participants are asked to get sponsors to pledge money for the number of runs they respectively make. The goal is 18 runs which equal over 4,000 vertical feet.
Beacons, Bags & Brews outdoor recreation education event in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 11:10am
Event Date:
February 24, 2022 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join Lake Tahoe Ale Worx, PT Revolution, Tahoe Backcountry Alliance, Sierra Avalanche Center, Tahoe Sports LTD, and TahoeLab on Thursday, February 24 at 6:30 p.m. for a free event on backcountry adventure preparation.
Beacons, Bags & Brews will feature walkthrough interactive stations set up on the patio adjacent to Ale Worx at The Crossing at Tahoe Valley - each set up to help you prepare for Lake Tahoe's backcountry with avalanche education.
North Lake Tahoe Fire crews get 50-75 gallons of diesel fuel spilled from jackknifed truck
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 10:52am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - A truck traveling on SR28 Tuesday on icy and snowy roads jackknifed, causing about 50-75 gallons of diesel fuel to spill onto the roadway.
North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD) responded after receiving the call at 12:19 p.m. The initiated immediate cleanup operations on the stretch of road which is adjacent to a drain that leads to a creek that leads to Lake Tahoe.
Next TERC presentation: What do the sediments at Lake Tahoe tell us about the climate?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 10:26am
Event Date:
March 10, 2022 - 12:00pm
Join the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) at its next virtual discussion on Thursday, March 10 from 12:00 p.m to 1:00 p.m. Dave Osleger, a Professor of Teaching in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at UC Davis, will discuss his research on how sediment layers decipher the environmental and climatic conditions of the past provide perspective for understanding modern climate systems.
The talk will explore the processes that transport sediment into Lake Tahoe and how they can be used to tease out ancient episodes of drought and precipitation.
Showing of snowboarding film Mountain Revelations in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/23/2022 - 9:43am
Event Date:
February 25, 2022 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join PT Revolution is their one-night-only premiere of Teton Gravity Research's powerful snowboarding film, Mountain Revolutions, on Friday, February 25.
COVID-19 daily cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/22/2022 - 5:26pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There have been 98 new cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths recorded since Friday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,325. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive. Case rates continue to drop.
There are now 17.6 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county. This is the first time the case rate has fallen below 20 since December.
Catalyst Community moving office to the "Y "area of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/22/2022 - 5:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Catalyst Community is moving to a new home on March 1, 2022. The local resource and referral childcare agency will be moving to 870 Emerald Bay Road, Suite 400/401 in South Lake Tahoe.
Catalyst Community offers:
• FREE childcare referrals
• Help to pay for childcare
• A Resource Lending Library with educational toys, Loose Parts, Die Cut, and laminating available to parents and childcare providers
• The Healthy Bottom Lines: monthly free diapers, wipes, and baby formula
• Used children’s clothes
Prescribed burn operations scheduled for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/22/2022 - 3:34pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) will continue prescribed fire operations around Lake Tahoe this week as conditions and weather allow. These prescribed fires are expected to continue throughout the winter season to help land managers reduce hazardous fuels that can feed unwanted wildfires. Smoke will be present.
1. Project Name: Tahoe City - Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District. Location: Tahoe City, CA. Burn Type: Hand Piles. Total Acreage: 40.00.
Jackknifed truck and fuel spill into Lake Tahoe closes SR28/ SR89 around Emerald Bay also closed
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/22/2022 - 2:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - At this hour both routes between the north and south shore of Lake Tahoe are closed. A jackknifed truck that was chained up and an unplowed roadway prompted the closure of SR89 around Emerald Bay early this morning, and it remains closed as of 3:00 p.m. Tuesday.
NWS looking for citizen rainfall observers during annual March Madness campaign
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/22/2022 - 2:01pm
Rain and snowfall amounts are monitored closely around Lake Tahoe and the rest of Nevada and California. The results play a critical role in determining several things, including drought monitoring for agricultural interest, researching a changing climate, or better forecasting of the severity of fire season. Since the staff of different agencies cannot be everywhere across the county, they rely on volunteers.
The Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow Network (CoCoRaHS) helps to fill in these critical rain and snowfall gaps by leveraging the public.
“Save Our Snow” campaign to raise awareness of changing winters at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/22/2022 - 12:14pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. - The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) has partnered with BrandXR, Palisades Tahoe, and Protect Our Winters on an educational campaign to increase public awareness and understanding of the negative effects of climate change to Lake Tahoe’s snowpack and the winter tourism industry.
City of South Lake Tahoe hires new sustainability coordinator
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/22/2022 - 11:35am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – South Lake Tahoe City Manager, Joe Irvin, has appointed Sara Letton to the newly created position of sustainability coordinator. She will start on February 28.
“The addition of the sustainability coordinator to my team is a significant advancement toward achieving our Climate Action Plan (CAP) initiatives. Implementation of the CAP is a top priority for the City, so I’m excited to see this move forward with even greater intention and speed,” said Irvin.
Storm starting to move out after first decent snowfall in 2022
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/22/2022 - 10:49am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It wasn't a major storm, but winds and snow did pass over the Lake Tahoe Basin, dropping over a foot of new snow at local ski resorts. Another 2-5" of snow at lake level is possible by the time the weather system exits tonight.
Road controls remain on most Sierra highways, and there are some closures.
SR89 around Emerald Bay is closed as of 10:45 a.m. Tuesday due to snow. There were two incidents with stuck vehicles, a delivery truck with chains, and a Jeep.
The remaining conditions at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday:
CA88
Lift Literature looks for supporters to help increase its scholarship fund
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/21/2022 - 2:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lift Literature is seeking a community match to its $1,000 scholarship fund in 2022.
The scholarship is for Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) seniors attending either a two-year or four-year college or trade school immediately following high school graduation.
Wylder Hope Valley hosts another presentation on Eastern Sierra history
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/21/2022 - 1:40pm
Event Date:
February 26, 2022 - 2:00pm
Wylder Hotel Hope Valley continues its interpretive programs on Eastern Sierra history with a living history/Chautauqua style presentation on one of Lake Tahoe’s most colorful characters, George Whittell, the “Accidental Conservationist.”
Eastern Sierra historian David Woodruff takes on the character of one of the wealthiest men in the United States, who kept an African Lion for a pet, built one of the most beautiful pleasure crafts to navigate Lake Tahoe, entertained former Presidents, and unintentionally conserved a large portion of Lake Tahoe lands for the public to enjoy today.
Winter Weather Advisory in place for South Lake Tahoe Monday night-Tuesday morning
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/21/2022 - 12:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first of two slider weather systems to pass over the Sierra overnight dropping 2-4" of snow over the Lake Tahoe Basin, but made its presence known more in the Reno/North Valleys area where 3-7" fell.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Lake Tahoe Basin starting at 7:00 p.m. Monday, February 21, ending Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
In the meantime, enjoy the sun that is peaking out over Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe bear "Hank the Tank" gaining world-wide attention
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/21/2022 - 11:18am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 500-lb black bear known for breaking into Tahoe Keys homes is gaining worldwide attention after the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) positioned traps in the neighborhood to try and catch him. The estimated 10-year-old is known as Hank the Tank and Jake, depending on who you talk to, but after a social media post by the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) the name "Hank The Tank" is now trending around the globe and gaining notoriety through hundreds of newspaper articles, television news programs, and social media posts.
Collected sales tax for third quarter down in South Lake Tahoe, nominal gain in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/20/2022 - 10:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The third quarter sales tax reports are in for both the City of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County's unincorporated area.
Heavenly Village holding Easter Egg Hunt
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/20/2022 - 8:41pm
Event Date:
April 17, 2022 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The ever-popular Shops at Heavenly Village Easter Egg Hunt is completely SOLD OUT even after recently releasing extra tickets.
"It is great to see a staple family event on the South Shore that brings families to the basin from everywhere," said Gary Casteel, CEO Trans Sierra Investments / Shops at Heavenly Village.
The event was started by Dreu Murin of Dreu Murin Productions in 2021 in the midst of COVID and was a huge success even with all the protocols.
South Tahoe High's Jesus "Chuy" Chavarin state wrestling champ
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/20/2022 - 8:12pm
South Lake Tahoe now has a state wrestling champ. Jesus "Chuy" Chavarin dominated in the 285-pound weight class at the 2022 Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association Class 3A tournament in Boulder on Saturday. He defeated Dylan Spencer of Boulder City in the final match.
Lake Tahoe forecast: A brief return of winter to start the week ahead
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/20/2022 - 4:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Yes, that is the word "snow" in the forecast for Lake Tahoe this week. A slider-type system will move into the region overnight tonight through Wednesday, bringing with it periods of snow showers, travel difficulties, and much colder temperatures. As it leaves, a gradual warming and drying trend is on tap for the end of the week into the start of next weekend, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
A Lake Wind Advisory is up for Sunday until 9:00 p.m. Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. Waves 1 to 3 feet.
Changing of the guard at the Tallac Historic Site
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/20/2022 - 1:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A glimpse of a bygone era is just a couple of miles from South Lake Tahoe, spread over 74 acres with 19 historic structures including three rustic mansions dating from 1873 to the 1920s.
This preserved area is the Tallac Historic Site and was once heralded as the "Grandest Resort in the World" at its beginnings in the late 1800s. Now what remains are three rustic mansions that were once the summer retreats for three of San Francisco Bay Area's socially elite families - the Tevis family, the Baldwins, and the Hellers.
Black Ice Theatre Co. opens third season with She Kills Monsters’
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/20/2022 - 11:24am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The ingenious dramatic comedy ‘She Kills Monsters’ slashes its way to the Duke Theatre stage March 10-19, 2022.
The Black Ice Theatre Co. presents this high-octane dramatic comedy by acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen. Performances in the Lake Tahoe Community College's Duke Theatre will be at 7:30 p.m. nightly each day except for a matinee at 2:30 p.m. on March 13.
Bobsled Bobcat
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 02/20/2022 - 7:12am
Event Date:
February 19, 2022 - 3:00pm This bobcat has been seen on a regular basis in Snug Harbor on the Lake Tahoe East Shore. He is very calm while in search of prey.
This video was taken at 3 PM Saturday Feb 19, 2022: https://vimeo.com/679628545
Photo and video by Bob Bobsled Buehler.
Location
Lake Tahoe East Shore
Snug Harbor
United States
See map: Google Maps
New DWR website pinpoints water conditions from state level down to street addresses
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/19/2022 - 9:29pm
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has launched a new website, California Water Watch, that helps Californians easily access information on current local and statewide water conditions - down to their own region and even neighborhood (see South Lake Tahoe here).
Snoopy and Red Baron exhibit at Carson City’s Brewery Arts Center until May 15
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/19/2022 - 9:02pm
The Brewery Arts Center in Carson City brings Snoopy and the Red Baron, a traveling exhibition to northern Nevada starting Saturday, Feb. 19 through May 15, 2022. This exhibition celebrates one of Snoopy’s most recognized personas.
Experience Peanuts through high-quality reproductions of original comic strips and discover the rich World War I history Schulz used in nearly every strip. Plus, step into character as the Flying Ace by posing for a photo-op next to Snoopy’s doghouse.
Fundraiser to help El Dorado County Animal Services’ Spay and Neuter Fund
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/19/2022 - 8:54pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - With finances being tight for many families these days, El Dorado County Animal Services has announced that a Placerville business has stepped up to conduct a fundraiser event for its Spay and Neuter Fund.
STMS Club Live sells Love Bugs for charity
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/19/2022 - 12:54pm
South Lake Tahoe Middle School Club Live has been making Valentine Love Bugs for 20 plus years. It’s a tradition to make Love Bugs during the last week of January and the first two weeks of February. We sell them to peers during our lunch hour and deliver their purchased orders to friends with a Love Bug attached by a string. The best part is that the money goes to a charity that the club selects.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/19/2022 - 6:01am
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.
Report for February 10 - February 16, 2022
2/10
11:20 DECEASED PERSON - Occurred on Osborne Ave, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: REPORT TAKEN.
Early morning fire in South Lake Tahoe destroys mobile home and trailer
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/18/2022 - 8:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A mobile home and travel trailer are a total loss after an early morning fire in South Lake Tahoe.
At 6:00 a.m. on Friday, February 18, 2022, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) responded to a call of a structure fire on E Street across the street from the climbing gym. South Lake Tahoe Police Department got to the scene first and said there was a fully engulfed structure. SLTFR found heavy fire on the back porch of one home, a fully engulfed travel trailer, and an occupied 5th wheel taking on significant heat that was close to igniting.
Weekly recap of COVID-19 cases in counties around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/18/2022 - 6:27pm
Weekly roundup of COVID-19 around Lake Tahoe. All except El Dorado County are for the week and El Dorado data is from yesterday.
EL DORADO COUNTY
There have been 81 new cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths recorded since yesterday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,227. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive. Case rates continue to drop.
There are now 23.2 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county.
Recreate responsibly this winter - key advice for being on snow and ice
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/18/2022 - 3:10pm
With Presidents Day weekend upon us, remember to plan ahead, ensure your vehicle is snow-ready, and exercise extreme caution when recreating during winter conditions on California’s National Forests.
Excellent resources on weather conditions, Leave No Trace principles, and winter safety are available in the Recreate Responsibly Winter Toolkit. A Spanish version of the toolkit can be found here.
Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival returns this summer
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/18/2022 - 9:29am
Event Date:
July 24, 2022 (All day)
The popular summer music event, Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival, has officially announced the date for its annual gathering of Reggae music lovers at the lake. It will be held on July 24 at the outdoor arena at Hard Rock Lake Tahoe.
The final touches are being put on a massive artist line-up which will be announced shortly. Past headliners at Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival events have included Ziggy Marley, Damian Marley, Rebelution, Iration, Dirty Heads, Pepper, Matisyahu, Don Carlos, The Green, Jimmy Cliff, Stick Figure, Trevor Hall, The Expendables, and more.
Lake Tahoe holiday forecast: Warm, abundant sunshine leading to wind/snow and dropping temps
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/18/2022 - 9:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A persistent ridge of high pressure continues to hang out over the west, keeping any large storms at bay, for now. This is keeping things dry and mild conditions with mainly light winds into the start of the President's Day weekend.
High temps will run about 10 degrees above normal but get ready for another round of weather whiplash!
A slider-type system will move into the region late Sunday through Tuesday with gusty winds, snow showers, and much colder temperatures, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Column: Forest health and climate change
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/18/2022 - 8:36am
When it comes to weather, normal has become an elusive term. On the ground here in Tahoe, it feels like the only things that can pierce our prolonged drought are occasional debilitating storms. Trees weakened by drought can falter under layers of ice and snow from wet storms, causing widespread power and communication outages that can last for days. Meanwhile, “surreal” winter wildfires near Big Sur and Laguna Beach remind us that fire seasons don’t really end anymore.
South Tahoe High sends record 7 athletes to 3A State Wrestling Championships
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/18/2022 - 8:20am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Seven local wrestlers are on their way to Southern Nevada for the state wrestling tournament Saturday, February 19, the most ever representing South Tahoe High School (STHS).
As the 2022 Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association Class 3A tournament gets underway at Boulder City High School, Coach Ryan Wallace will have wrestlers Kash Hendrick, Jesus “Chuy” Chavarin, Zach Briggs, Patrick Webster, Garrett Friederici, Andrew Singelyn, and Cristian Arce on the mats Saturday.
South Lake Tahoe CHP announces DUI checkpoint this weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/17/2022 - 8:10pm
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) office of South Lake Tahoe will be holding a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) checkpoint on Saturday, February 19, 2022. The checkpoint will be set up in the unincorporated area of El Dorado County at 8:00 p.m. and run until about 2:00 a.m. Sunday.
COVID-19 daily cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/17/2022 - 7:29pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Hospitalizations and case rates continue to drop in El Dorado County. There have been 41 new cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths recorded since yesterday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,1046. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive. Case rates continue to drop.
There are now 23.9 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county.
Nominations open for El Dorado County Senior of the Year
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/17/2022 - 3:16pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Do you know an outstanding older adult or a married couple aged 60 years or older who has performed exemplary work in El Dorado County as a volunteer? Consider nominating them for the Senior of the Year Award.
The annual “Senior of the Year” award will be presented by the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors on May 17, 2022, at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 330 Fair Lane in Placerville, and is hosted by the El Dorado County Area Agency on Aging and the Commission on Aging.
