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Forest Service reminds public no fireworks on New Year's
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 1:30pmAt the urging of the U.S. Forest Service, visitors to the Lake Tahoe Basin should leave their fireworks at home over the New Year's holiday.
“The use of all fireworks is prohibited on all national forests and national grasslands. Regulations are enforced, and violation is punishable as a misdemeanor by a fine of not more than $5,000, or imprisonment of not more than six months, or both,” said Forest Supervisor Nancy Gibson.
Writing workshop taps into creativity
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 7:47amThe Monday Night Creative Writing Workshop is designed to revitalize creative juices. Learn writing techniques and tips. Meet other writers and strengthen your ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../writing-wor...
Truckee's Finch to spend time promoting China
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 7:47amBy Marek Warszawski,Fresno Bee. Andy Finch, the world-traveled snowboarder and recent reality TV contestant, will be spending more time at his old stomping ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../truckees-finch-...
South Shore's 2 best known lakes on 1 easy hike
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 7:47amCAMP RICHARDSON – Tahoe's past, present and possible future unfold along the shore of Lake Tahoe and Fallen Leaf Lake on an easy five-mile trek that ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../south-shores-2-bes...
Truths about Twain and Tahoe unfold in painful prose
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 7:47amI like Twain, Tahoe and history, but “Fairest Picture: Mark Twain at Lake Tahoe” by David Antonucci was painful to get through. Part of the problem is I don't think ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../tr...
Tahoe Tails — Adoptable Pets in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 7:47amTahoe Tails — Adoptable Pets in South Lake Tahoe. Posted by admin in ... For spay-neuter assistance for South Tahoe residents, go online. – Karen Kuentz ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../pet-tails-adoptabl...
GUEST COLUMN: Barton cares about your health
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amLong ago, physicians would make house calls to families and individuals in need. In the last several decades, patient's needs were met by visiting the doctor through an individually owned facility,...
Opinion: Customer says district's water rates are unfair
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amI am extremely frustrated with the South Lake Tahoe Public Utility District. I believe many of us are being victimized by STPUD's water policy. Its rates are inequitable and should be illegal. If ...
Remembering a 'Ripp'ing snowboard legend
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amThe legend whose very name embodies the sport of snowboarding walked away from his niche about as abruptly as he happened upon it.Jim Rippey, one of the world's elite snowboarding talents throug...
Finding a Crowd Free Tahoe: Tahoe Ice
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amIce is defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary as frozen water. However, as the reader knows, ice has much more meaning than that in our lives. Ice on the road means slower, often more dangero...
Remembering a 'Ripp'ing snowboard legend
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amThe legend whose very name embodies the sport of snowboarding walked away from his niche about as abruptly as he happened upon it.Jim Rippey, one of the world's elite snowboarding talents throug...
GUEST COLUMN: Barton cares about your health
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amLong ago, physicians would make house calls to families and individuals in need. In the last several decades, patient's needs were met by visiting the doctor through an individually owned facility,...
Opinion: Customer says district's water rates are unfair
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amI am extremely frustrated with the South Lake Tahoe Public Utility District. I believe many of us are being victimized by STPUD's water policy. Its rates are inequitable and should be illegal. If ...
Finding a Crowd Free Tahoe: Tahoe Ice
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amIce is defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary as frozen water. However, as the reader knows, ice has much more meaning than that in our lives. Ice on the road means slower, often more dangero...
SOS Outreach leaders make switch
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 5:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are always positives and negatives to moving, but, luckily for Lake Tahoe, there are few downsides to a recent switch in SOS Outreach leadership in the area.SOS ...
Art and history are woven throughout the
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 3:57pmWe all know Jesus Christ's birth is the reason for the season, but who of you know how the dates or the icons evolved that we've come to observe and love? I certainly didn't until I had Da...
Extended hiking season in Tahoe worth braving the cold
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 3:57pmConflicted between wanting to go slow enough to embrace the beauty and fast enough to ward off the biting cold – such are the hazards of hiking in Lake Tahoe in December. Hiking in the basin this time...
Recycle Christmas trees in Incline
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 3:57pmThe North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District has partnered again with Incline Village General Improvement District's Waste Not Program, to offer the annual free community Christmas Tree Chipping ...
Ski report: Fun on and off the mountain
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 3:57pmMost resorts in the Tahoe area having festivities on the mountain and in the villages. Sierra-at-Tahoe is hosting its inaugural Broadway Holiday Bash with Ugly Sweater Contest. Here is the ski report ...
Opinion: Tahoe's mantra should be 'haste makes waste'
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 3:57pmThe Swan Song theme doesn't stop there, as apparently other powers-that-be have announced a misdirection in wanting to change any South Shore reference to Tahoe South. In the alternative, they may...
Tahoe Douglas, East Fork firefighters make significant holiday contributions
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 2:11pm
Members of the Tahoe Douglas Firefighter's Association I.A.F.F. Local 2441, left, and the East Fork Professional Firefighters I.A.F.F. Local 3726, right, presented their donations to Kathy Thompson, the managing director of the Carson Valley Community Food Closet in Gardnerville, Nev., on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011. The Tahoe Douglas Firefighter's Association donated $1500 worth of gifts to three local families, a $500 check and 200 pounds of food to the food closet and the East Fork Professional Firefighters donated 14 complete holiday family dinners and 600 pounds of food to the food closet.
Navigate South Shore via BlueGo
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 1:51pmYou've arrived at South Shore Tahoe for the holidays, perhaps the SnowGlobe Music Festival or to ski at any number of resorts.
As traffic runs through the main artery of Highway 50 you may want to let someone do the driving for you. There's no better way to do it than public transportation through BlueGo, South Lake Tahoe's coordinated transit system.
Ski report: Fun on and off the mountain
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 12:57pmMost resorts in the Tahoe area having festivities on the mountain and in the villages. Sierra-at-Tahoe is hosting its inaugural Broadway Holiday Bash with Ugly ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../ski-report-...
Births at Barton Memorial Hospital
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amAnderson, Aura Aislin, a daughter, was born Dec. 17, 2011, to William Anderson Jr. & Makayla Hoehn, of South Lake Tahoe.Armstrong, Braiden Douglas, a son, was born Dec. 18, 2011, to Geoffrey & Mich...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Choices for Children thanks El Dorado Community Foundation
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amChoices for Children would like to thank the El Dorado Community Foundation for a generous grant. With this money, Choices for Children is able to continue to provide free once-quarterly access to ...
Tahoe Today: White Christmas - looking back, looking ahead
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amChristmas is nearly here. Outside my window, children are playing in the snow, the lake is blue, the sky is filled with white, puffy clouds and I can almost hear the sleigh bells ring as tourists j...
The Treasure Hunters Roadshow to stop at Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Modern day treasure hunters are coming to South Lake Tahoe.Mark their calendars for the opportunity to meet one-on-one with specialists from Treasure Hunters Roadshow....
Art Matters: The art in Christmas history
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amHere's a trivia question for you: What do 476 AD, Gentile da Fabriano, auras, cloisonne, and the Grinch have in common? I'll bet if you weren't asked this at this time and with "the Grinch" as a cl...
What's Cookin' at Callie's Cabin: Sweet Surprises for Santa
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amThis Christmas season I wanted to make something different for Santa Claus. I toyed with the holiday classics including chocolate fondue, ice cream cake, and fruitcake. But the thing is, while thes...
Tribune office closed for holidays
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amThe Tahoe Daily Tribune office will be closed on Monday, Dec. 26 in celebration of the Christmas holiday. The office will also be closed on Monday, Jan. 2 in celebration of the new year. Happy Holi...
Great American Wreath and Pine Cone Company hangs unique decor
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As a child Zan Barker used to watch his mother twist evergreen branches into wreaths, adding lemon leaves and other tidbits to the holiday decorations. Today, the memo...
Tahoe Today: White Christmas - looking back, looking ahead
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amChristmas is nearly here. Outside my window, children are playing in the snow, the lake is blue, the sky is filled with white, puffy clouds and I can almost hear the sleigh bells ring as tourists j...
Art Matters: The art in Christmas history
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amHere's a trivia question for you: What do 476 AD, Gentile da Fabriano, auras, cloisonne, and the Grinch have in common? I'll bet if you weren't asked this at this time and with "the Grinch" as a cl...
What's Cookin' at Callie's Cabin: Sweet Surprises for Santa
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 5:00amThis Christmas season I wanted to make something different for Santa Claus. I toyed with the holiday classics including chocolate fondue, ice cream cake, and fruitcake. But the thing is, while thes...
Sweet holiday fun at Zephyr Cove library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 2:44amMiss Carol helped children build gingerbread houses using graham crackers and other sweets. After the houses were built the children were able to take them ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../sweet-holiday-f...
Nevada approves regulations for Internet poker
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 2:44amBy Richard N. Velotta, Las Vegas Sun. The Nevada Gaming Commission approved the nation's first regulations for Internet poker play Thursday, opening the ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../nevada-approve...
Art and history are woven throughout the
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 2:44amI certainly didn't until I had David Foster, retired Lake Tahoe Community College art professor, on my radio program. We got into more detail than I can share ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../art-and-...
Extended hiking season in Tahoe worth braving the cold
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 2:44amConflicted between wanting to go slow enough to embrace the beauty and fast enough to ward off the biting cold – such are the hazards of hiking in Lake Tahoe ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../extended-hiki...
Recycle Christmas trees in Incline
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 2:44amThe North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District has partnered again with Incline Village General Improvement District's Waste Not Program, to offer the annual free ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../recyc...
Opinion: Bread & Broth thankful for support
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 9:55pmBread & Broth is able to continue its mission of feeding the hungry of South Lake Tahoe in large part because of the generosity of the local community. A $250 sponsorship covers the cost of food a...
Ski report: Play nice with others
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 9:55pmRemember to share the slopes — as in know the skiers' responsibility code to ensure it's a safe experience for you and everyone else. Find out if there is snow in the forecast. Here is the ski...
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 9:55pmMike Bradford, owner of Lakeside Inn Casino in Stateline, has been appointed to the board of directors for the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District. • Pamela Harris, 56, of Placerville has been appo...
Big-rig accident close I-80 east
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 9:55pmInterstate 80 near Lake Tahoe is expected to be closed until noon Dec. 23 as crews clean up a hazardous spill. Eastbound I-80 between Hirshdale and the California/Nevada state line is closed because o...
Truckee group honors 3 for community service
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 9:55pmPosted by admin in Lifestyle on December 23rd, 2011 | no responses. The Community Collaborative of Tahoe Truckee is recognizing three residents for their community service. The Partner of the Year Awa...
Setting the geographical record straight in the
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 9:55pmBy Guy Rocha. Padre Pedro Font, during an expedition to Spanish-controlled Northern California in 1776, named and mapped the Sierra Nevada for the first time. Sierra means saw-toothed mountain range i...
Science center in Incline explains what's going on in Lake Tahoe ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 9:55pmDiscover what makes Lake Tahoe so unique at the UC Davis Thomas J. Long Foundation Science Education Center. Investigate local science and explore how research is being used to restore and protect Lak...
Nevada adopts rules for Internet poker licenses
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 3:03pmLAS VEGAS (AP) - Nevada gambling regulators on Thursday unanimously approved rules that allow companies in the state apply for licenses to operate poker websites, a move that puts Nevada in a posit...
Opinion: Bread & Broth thankful for support
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 2:52pmBread & Broth is able to continue its mission of feeding the hungry of South Lake Tahoe in large part because of the generosity of the local community. A $250 ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../opinion-...
Ski report: Play nice with others
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 2:52pmRemember to share the slopes — as in know the skiers' responsibility code to ensure it's a safe experience for you and everyone else. Find out if there is snow in ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../...
Big-rig accident close I-80 east
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 2:52pmInterstate 80 near Lake Tahoe is expected to be closed until noon Dec. 23 as crews clean up a hazardous spill. Eastbound I-80 between Hirshdale and the ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../big-rig-accident-cl...
