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Tahoe Today: A spiritual godsend
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/24/2011 - 7:17amWhat I am about to write has literally touched me from the very heart of my soul along with many others. The Reno Air Races have touched each and every one of our hearts, especially those of us who...
Youth mountain bike races at Northstar
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/24/2011 - 12:44amThe Sierra Nevada High School Racing Series comes to Northstar-at-Tahoe for three events this fall starting Saturday. Originally formed in the foothills around ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../youth-mount...
Opinion: Barton Health offers a helping hand
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/24/2011 - 12:44amWith a population of 21403 in the city of South Lake Tahoe and 181058 residents in El Dorado County, Barton continues to serve the community and visitors ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../opinion-barton-he...
Forget summer: Anticipation for snow starts to surface
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 11:00pmAt the premiere of the latest and greatest snowboard video, "The Art of Flight," it was pretty clear summer was well over and one thing captivated the minds of the audience: snow."Everyone I've ...
TRPA defends using same auditor city of Bell
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:40pmThe Tahoe Regional Planning Agency is using the same auditing firm the financially ruined Southern California city of Bell used. While the bi-state regulatory agency entered the agreement in May 2010 ...
Kokanee Trail Run registration open
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:40pmAll Kokanee Trail Run proceeds are donated to Tahoe Heritage Foundation to support local school environmental programs. The event is put on by the Tahoe Mountain Milers Running club in partnership wit...
Poet to launch book, read his works at LTCC
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:40pmOn Oct. 7 at 7 pm Lake Tahoe Community College will host a reading by Jason Schossler, winner of the 2010 Melissa Lanitis Gregory Poetry Prize. The reading will launch the release of “Mud Cakes,” Scho...
Hwy. 28 delays expected on Saturday
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:40pmcaltrans Expect eastbound and westbound lane closures from National Avenue to the junction of highway 267 and 28. This paving is part of a 9.4 mile $46 million environmental improvement project from L...
S. Tahoe pushes back adoption of complete 2011-12 budget
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:40pmThe South Lake Tahoe City Council has canceled its special budget meeting set for Sept. 27 because of all the comments and questions raised at and since the Sept. 15 meeting. south lake tahoe A specia...
Bijou erosion control project gets $688K green light
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 4:15pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A "key milestone" has been reached in funding a proposed South Shore project designed to improve Lake Tahoe's clarity.On Sept. 15, the California Tahoe Conservancy app...
Two small wildland fires reported Friday
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 4:11pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The U.S. Forest Service responded to two small wildfires Friday.In the morning, Forest Service, CalFire, and the Meeks Bay Fire Protection District responded to a fire at...
Lake Tahoe law firm sets bar for environmental cases
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 4:03pmNEWS RELEASE — With recent success guiding the approval process for major projects at Lake Tahoe, the accomplishments of law firm Feldman McLaughlin Thiel reflect a rising correlation in the spectacular mountain community between a healthy environment and a healthy economy.
Boys and Girls Club Lake Tahoe Golf Classic set for October
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 3:41pmThe 18th annual Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Golf Tournament, an annual favorite of locals and visitors, is set for Monday, Oct. 17 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. The entire $195 entry fee goes directly to the Boys & Girls Club to continue its work with local children. Last year the BGCLT raised over $35,000 with this year’s goal to break $45,000.
Iron Girl Triathlon brings economic boost to Lake Tahoe region
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 3:30pmThe Athleta Iron Girl Triathlon at Tahoe South, Sept. 18, attracted an estimated 1,000 participants, visitors, families and fans from California, Nevada, and 14 other states, local tourism officials report.
Forest Service responds to two wildland fires near Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 3:05pmThe U.S Forest Service responded two two fires on Friday: One at D.L Bliss State park at Lake Tahoe's west shore and the other near Dick's Lake in the Desolation Wilderness.
STHS soccer splits at Sparks
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 2:13pmThe boys' soccer team lost 3-0 at Sparks High School on Thursday. The girls team once again shut out their opponent, blanking Sparks 7-0. Coach Chris DeLeon said it was his subs on Thursday that pl...
Greenwave wipes out Vikings
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 2:11pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One team played good volleyball, while the other dropped the ball. The Fallon Greenwave came to South Tahoe and beat the Vikings in four games, winning the final three...
South Tahoe grad records 1,000 digs for Swarthmore College
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 2:09pmIn the 60-year history of the Swarthmore College volleyball program, only four individuals have recorded 1,000 career digs. On Tuesday night from Tarble Pavilion in Swathmore, Penn. against Ursi...
WHS soccer falls to Incline
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 2:07pmINCLINE VILLAGE, NEV. - Whittell High School took on Incline on the road on Thursday, with the boys dropping their match 2-1 and the girls losing 2-0.The boys ended their six-game scoreless drought...
Proud to Say: STHS boys' soccer has 12 senior rookies
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 2:04pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In last week's rout of Dayton High School, the boys' soccer team scored 13 goals. While that is special in its own right, a goal from Jason Reum in the 68th minute of ...
Motorcycle and large truck collide near Kirkwood
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 1:47pmA motorcycle apparently collided with a large truck this afternoon in the Carson Spur area near Kirkwood Mountain Resort and State Route 88.
According to police scanner traffic, the motorcyclist was pinned underneath the truck, possibly a big rig. A CALSTAR air ambulance was dispatched to the accident scene. A ground ambulance was, at last report at around 2:40 p.m, to transport the downed cyclist to a zone cleared for CALSTAR to land.
City budget meeting rescheduled for Oct. 11
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 12:00pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - The South Lake Tahoe City Council has moved a meeting on its proposed 2011-2012 fiscal year budget from Sept. 27 to next month.The budget discussion, which could include t...
New report pushes the importance of conservation industry
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:27amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the Obama administration seeks to spur job growth across the country, a new report urges the president to consider creating jobs by conserving public lands.Published b...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Thanks for supporting St. Theresa's outdoor education trip
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:25amSt. Theresa's School sixth and seventh graders recently went on an outdoor education field trip to the Eastern Sierras. We had a great time camping, hiking and swimming. We enjoyed seeing and learn...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Bijou parent teacher association thanks community for support
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:19amThe Bijou Community School Parent Teacher Association would like to thank all those who made our 2011 Walk-A-Thon a huge success.A big Bijou thank you goes to Aloha Ice Cream, Tahoe Keys Property O...
Meeting on golf course project next month
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:17amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California State Park and Recreation Commission will meet at the South Shore next month to discuss aspects of a restoration project that would move nine holes of Lake...
Meeting on golf course project next month
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:17amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California State Park and Recreation Commission will meet at the South Shore next month to discuss aspects of a restoration project that would move nine holes of Lake...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Thanks for help with Homecoming float
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:16amOn behalf of the Freshman Float Committee at South Lake Tahoe High School, we would like to express our thanks to the generous folks who contributed to this year's successful Homecoming Float.Blue ...
"One For the Road' premieres this weekend
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:11amPremier multimedia action sports brand Teton Gravity Research announces two Tahoe presentations of its new HD ski film, "One For The Road."The movie will premiere at Alpine Meadows main lodge at...
"One For the Road' premieres this weekend
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:11amPremier multimedia action sports brand Teton Gravity Research announces two Tahoe presentations of its new HD ski film, "One For The Road."The movie will premiere at Alpine Meadows main lodge at...
Trade canned goods for free entry at Friday's STHS football, volleyball road games
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:10amDayton High School will host a canned food drive in an effort to help out the community's food bank at Friday's South Tahoe vs. Dayton football and volleyball games.For every can people bring, it i...
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Question about traffic construction projects
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:05amI live in a small town for a reason: I hate city traffic and commuting. What used to take five minutes to get around is now taking anywhere from 20 minutes to 45 minutes. There is traffic on Highwa...
What's cookin' at Callie's Cabin?: Cozy up to fall stir-fry pasta
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:03amWelcome to the world of pasta - the ultimate comfort food. It is versatile, healthy and easy to whip up. While sauces like pesto and marinara have their pros and cons, turning to a sauce-less pa...
What's cookin' at Callie's Cabin?: Cozy up to fall stir-fry pasta
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:03amWelcome to the world of pasta - the ultimate comfort food. It is versatile, healthy and easy to whip up. While sauces like pesto and marinara have their pros and cons, turning to a sauce-less pa...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Indolent driver shatters the heart of a neighborhood
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:59amA tragic incident occurred at Cayuga Circle on Sept. 13 at about 7:45 a.m. I was getting ready for work, taking things to my car while my beloved dog, Cooper, was lying on the street as he did many...
Stateline woman wins trip to this year's Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:58amBeth Peterson of Stateline has won a trip to the 40th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Oct. 5-8.Peterson's name was drawn from over 12,000 sweepstakes entries.Peterson will be a return visi...
Foundation offers community grants
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:56amThe Incline Village-based Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation continues with its 15th anniversary celebration by announcing Celebrate Community Grants. This grant program will help Tahoe's non-profi...
SIROTA: Two heads of one political monster
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:56amBy now, probably everyone reading this is already sick of America's quadrennial political spectacle - the one in which politicians and media outlets ask us to believe that there remain vast differe...
Locals participate in National Boys & Girls Club Day for Kids
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:49amMembers of the Boys & Girls Club joined thousands of club members across the country in celebration of the National Boys & Girls Club Day for Kids on Friday, Sept. 16.Each year clubs designate a...
Indolent driver shatters the heart of a neighborhood
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:48amA tragic incident occurred at Cayuga Circle on Sept. 13 at about 7:45 a.m. I was getting ready for work, taking things to my car while my beloved dog, Cooper, was lying on the street as he did many...
Question about traffic construction projects
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:43amI live in a small town for a reason: I hate city traffic and commuting. What used to take five minutes to get around is now taking anywhere from 20 minutes to 45 minutes. There is traffic on Highwa...
Two heads of one political monster
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:40amBy now, probably everyone reading this is already sick of America's quadrennial political spectacle - the one in which politicians and media outlets ask us to believe that there remain vast differe...
Gas leak at lower Kingsbury Grade prompts 'small area' evacuation
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:21amA natural gas leak, reported at around 8:50 this morning, has prompted the evacuation of a small area around the 200 block of S.R. 207 Kingsbury Grade, according to Tahoe Douglas Fire Chief Ben Sharit. The initial report came in from the contracting firm Peak Construction. It was reported as a 2-inch gas line leak. The leak was secured quickly by crews and Southwest Gas has arrived, Sharit said. The evacuation area are buildings at 290 Kingsbury Grade near the 7-Eleven.
South Tahoe Greenway moves forward
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:06amSouth Lake Tahoe residents are one big step closer to having their own multi-use trail that will connect major points through town."It feels really good to get to the milestone where most of the...
South Tahoe Greenway moves forward
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 8:06amSouth Lake Tahoe residents are one big step closer to having their own multi-use trail that will connect major points through town."It feels really good to get to the milestone where most of the...
New Book Chronicles Mark Twain at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 5:30am
A new book, " Fairest Picture – Mark Twain at Lake Tahoe," by David C. Antonucci describes Mark Twain’s experiences and travels at Lake Tahoe. Fairest Picture is the first and only book to describe Lake Tahoe as it was in Mark Twain’s time and reveal in detail the locations where he traveled, camped and stayed at luxury hotels.
Legendary Bob Margolin hooks up with Reno's Jason King Band
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 5:00amThe instructions were simple, inspirational and scary as hell."Steady Rollin'" Bob Margolin, who has performed with every blues star during the last four decades, including Muddy Waters for seve...
Grant allows more lead to be stripped from S. Tahoe homes
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 4:21amSouth Tahoe was one of five communities this month to be awarded money from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The others are San ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../grant-allows-more-lead...
Dugard files complaint against federal government
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/22/2011 - 10:48pmDugard was kidnapped in 1991 from her South Lake Tahoe street when she was 11 years old. She was then held captive and repeatedly abused at the Antioch home of Phillip and Nancy Garrido. Dugard had tw...
Taylor Creek spill almost completely cleaned up
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/22/2011 - 10:48pmUsed oil is what was dumped into Taylor Creek, according to water samples taken from the South Shore tributary that leads to Lake Tahoe. The contamination has been isolated and almost fully contained....
