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Community invited to next Kiwanis meeting to learn more about CASA
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 9:02pm
Event Date:
July 17, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra is inviting the public to its next meeting on Wednesday, July 17 at 5:30 p.m. The club is hosting Natalie Moore, executive director of Child Advocates of El Dorado County.
Have you ever wondered what CASA stands for, and what they do for the children of the region?
Join the club members and find out.
The meeting will be in the Aspen Room (next door to the Library) at Lake Tahoe Community College. The South Tahoe public is invited to hear Ms. Moore and inform us more of what CASA does for the children of our area.
Celebrate local talent at the 17th annual Artist Studio Tour in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 8:18pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jul 28 2024 .
July 26, 2024 - 11:00am
July 27, 2024 - 11:00am
July 28, 2024 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of local art at the 17th annual Artist Studio Tour, hosted by the Tahoe Art League. This year, the self-guided tour promises to be an extraordinary experience, held over two weekends: July 26-28 and August 2-4, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
Discover Unique Art and Meet Talented Artists
Lightning strikes South Lake Tahoe home, causes small fire; Tree at Emerald Bay also struck
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 4:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Firefighters responded to a lightning strike on a South Lake Tahoe home Monday afternoon and were able to quickly extinguish it before any major damage.
Just after 3 p.m. on July 15, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) responded to the home on Jeffery Street near the Tahoe Keys. As a lightning cell passed over South Lake Tahoe, a bolt hit a tree adjacent to the home, and then hit the roof of the home. The homeowners were at home at the time and were able to get out. There were no injuries.
Tahoe Fund hires local artists to transform National Forest restrooms with murals
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 4:11pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Visitors to four popular recreation sites managed by the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) will now greeted with a surprise when they step into the restroom facilities. Instead of blank walls inside the vault toilets, people will find beautiful murals painted by local artists through a project led by the LTBMU and the Tahoe Fund.
8th annual Chris Little Memorial Beach Wrestling Championships
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 1:57pm
Event Date:
July 19, 2024 - 8:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 8th annual Chris Little Memorial Beach Wrestling Championships will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024, on Timber Cove Beach behind the Tahoe Beach Retreat.
Everyone is welcome to wrestle in style "beach wrestling" for male and female divisions from 5 years old and up. Sign-ups from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Friday, wrestling starts at 10 a.m., and awards and cleanup at 1 p.m.
There will be a coaches/officials meeting @ 9:30 a.m. Both set up and clean up help is needed. Bring buckets and tools to soften sand before the matches.
Community invited to South Lake Tahoe Library's free outdoor magician performance
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 1:12pm
Event Date:
July 26, 2024 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Magician Brian Scott will be at the South Lake Tahoe Library on Friday, July 26, 2024, at 2 p.m. for a free performance. The Library will be hosting the magician as part of its Summer Reading Challenge.
Brian Scott is a magician who combines magic, comedy, and pure fun. Bring the whole family for this outdoor performance!
The event is sponsored by South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club.
The library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
Tahoe History Talks on the Beach: Ella and George Whittell, Jr., The Accidental Conservationists
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 12:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historial Society is holding the next of its Tahoe History Talks on the Beach on Tuesday, July 17 at Lakeview Commons in South Lake Tahoe. This week, the topic is “Lake Tahoe’s George and Elia Whittell, The Accidental Conservationists,” a Chautauqua performance by David and Gayle Woodruff.
Kudos:South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling sponsor Bread & Broth meal
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 12:07pm
For many dinner guests who enjoy Bread & Broth’s Monday Meal, it is the only hot, well-balanced meal they will have for the entire week. In addition to the restaurant-quality meals, the dinner guests can also take home one to two bags of food for meals later in the week. Every week the food “giveaway” bags contain fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy products (milk, eggs, and butter), meat, and various staples such as bread, canned goods, and desserts, to name a few of the various foods available at the weekly meals.
Mardy Fish wins second American Century Championship by holding off late charge by Joe Pavelski
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2024 - 10:32pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - A record crowd watched Mardy Fish win the 35th annual American Century Championship (ACC) at Edgewood Tahoe this weekend. He overcame a charge by Joe Pavelski on the final day of play.
Mardy Fish won the 35th annual American Century Championship (ACC) at Edgewood Tahoe on Sunday, overcoming a charge by Joe Pavelski on the final day of play.
Knight Monsters add a pair of forwards in Dodero & Robbins
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2024 - 7:39pm
STATELINE, NV – The Tahoe Knight Monsters announced today that the team has agreed to terms with forwards Chris Dodero and Adam Robbins for the 2024-25 season.
Brewer’s Cabinet Tahoe Blonde Ale to support Keep Tahoe Blue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2024 - 7:22pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – These long, sunny days call for a refreshing, easy-drinking beer. The Brewer’s Cabinet has everyone covered with its tried, true, and much-loved Tahoe Blonde Ale. But this year, the favorite summer sipper comes with a bonus—support that helps Keep Tahoe Blue.
The League to Save Lake Tahoe and The Brewer’s Cabinet have teamed up to launch the Tahoe Brew Can-Paign with a special edition design and pledge that a portion of every can sale goes to the League to Save Lake Tahoe and their mission to keep Tahoe swimmable, hikeable, and enjoyable for all.
More rain expected Monday at Lake Tahoe, then sunshine and warming temperatures
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2024 - 5:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a very wet weekend, the storm chances drop off significantly on Tuesday through the remainder of the work week as we remain under the influence of the trough. Temperatures will also remain moderated to near or just above seasonal averages through the week.
More typical July warmth is expected through much of this week. A warming trend looks likely next weekend as a ridge re-amplifies over the western US, according to Reno's National Weather Service (NWS).
The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from NWS Reno:
Mardy Fish birdies nine of final 13 holes to take lead heading into Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/13/2024 - 11:19pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Mardy Fish is becoming a birdie machine at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, and it’s got him on the cusp of his second American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament in five years.
Fish, the former professional tennis player, and U.S. Davis Cup captain, birdied nine of his final 13 holes – each worth 3 points in this modified Stableford scoring event – and has 57 points, seven points clear of second-place Joe Pavelski heading into Sunday’s final round. The winner receives $150,000 of the $750,000 purse.
Annual Optimist Club Duck Races at Paradise Park July 20
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/13/2024 - 10:55pm
Event Date:
July 20, 2024 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The annual Optimist Club Duck Races will be held at Paradise Park on Saturday, July 20 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. This event will feature food, music, a silent auction, kids' games, a car show, and the star of the day, ducks racing down the river. There will be a beer garden, food trucks, and music from local bands including The Imposters.
The Optimist Club is dedicated to helping local youth and youth organizations. The annual duck races are one of the major fundraisers that help the club achieve this goal.
California National Forests prepare for incoming critical fire weather
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2024 - 10:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is augmenting staff and pre-positioning firefighting resources across the Lake Tahoe Basin, preparing for predicted critical fire weather over the weekend and into next week.
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen leads at American Century Championship, Mardy Fish in second
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2024 - 10:40pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen had three birdies and an eagle to grab a one-point lead over Mardy Fish after Friday's first round of the American Century Championship (ACC).
Thielen had three birdies and an eagle on the par-5 16th to finish with 24 points at the 35th annual celebrity golf tournament. Fish, the 2020 winner, had five birdies and totaled 23 points in the Stableford scoring used in the ACC.
Tim Brown aces the 12th hole at the American Century Championship, winning a MasterCraft X24
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2024 - 10:08pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There was a lot of excitement at Edgewood Tahoe Friday, from a momma bear and her two cubs sauntering across the fairway to Tim Brown getting a hole-in-one, earning him a new MasterCraft X24 boat valued at over $200,000.
The Hall of Fame receiver hit the cup with an incredible shot on hole #12.
Friday at the ACC Golf Championship, Hall of Fame Wide Receiver Tim Brown shot an incredible hole-in-one on hole #12, winning himself a MasterCraft X24 valued at over $200,000.
Red Flag Warning for Lake Tahoe Saturday and Sunday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2024 - 9:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Services (NWS) in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for Lake Tahoe, Truckee, and the rest of the Eastern Sierra, northeast California including Surprise Valley, and western Nevada.
The warning is in effect from 5 a.m. Saturday to 8 p.m. Sunday for thunderstorms and strong outflow winds up to 50 mph. Scattered thunderstorms are expected with little to no rainfall.
Whenever there is a Red Flag Warning in South Lake Tahoe, no outdoor fires of any kind are allowed due to the fire danger. This includes BBQs.
Round One of 35th annual American Century Championship on Friday at Edgewood
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 11:13pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Friday begins the 35th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe. Wednesday and Thursday were full of Pro-Am tournaments, practice, and a lot of fun for the fans, and the players.
On Thursday, the Korbel Long Drive Contest was held, with recently retired Jason Kelce recording the longest drive on the par-5 15th hole. Kelce hit the ball 322 years and for his efforts won $5,000 to go toward a charity of his choice.
NTSB releases preliminary investigation on plane crash that killed two on their way to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 10:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two cousins on their way to South Lake Tahoe to enjoy their timeshare died in a plane crash in the mountains south of Lake Tahoe on June 12, 2024. Raphael Jones Jr., 74, of San Jose, and Nannete Singer, 80, of Lodi, died in the crash.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report on the crash.
South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 9:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:
Listing Agent: Nicole Zaborsky
Listing Office: Ascent Property Group
NicoleZaborsky@charter.net, 530-416-2779
Property Address: 2212 Chiapa Drive, South Lake Tahoe
MLS # 140349
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 3
Square Footage: 2,132 Sq Ft.
Price: $899,000
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home with Spectacular Views
Welcome to your dream home nestled in one of Tahoe's most sought-after neighborhoods!
Enhanced fire restrictions enacted on USFS land at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 8:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - In addition to year-round restricted areas, enhanced fire restrictions went into effect today, July 11, 2024, on National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin and will remain in effect through December 1, 2024, or until rescinded.
South Lake Tahoe man convicted of impersonating federal officers
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 7:19pm
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — After a three-day trial, a federal jury found Anton Andreyevich Iagounov, 38, of South Lake Tahoe, guilty of four counts of impersonating a federal officer, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
Iagounov pretended to be a federal law enforcement agent by creating and sending counterfeit investigative documents, which he signed in the name of a fictional federal agent, seeking highly protected information from the Department of Defense.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks local food donors
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 10:06am
Bread & Broth has fed the food-insecure in the Lake Tahoe South Shore community since first providing hot meals in 1989. Currently, Bread & Broth (B&B) serves hot and nutritious meals on both Monday and Friday and offers a wide range of services and programs for children ages 18 months to age 18.
Overall, over 550 individuals and children benefit from these food services each week.
A Foodie Review: Happy Hour Hot Shots visit Jimmy's at The Landing in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 9:56am
Four long-time locals started a new feature for South Tahoe Now. The "Happy Hour Hot Shots" will visit local eateries from time to time and report on their Happy Hour experiences in South Lake Tahoe.
Their latest stop was at Jimmy's at The Landing.
On an overall scale of 1-5 Bites, Jimmy's earned a 3.5.
Here is what we enjoyed during our Happy Hour stop and each item's rating:
Mojito "5" - Refreshingly sublime on a hot day with definite tastes of lime and mint.
Knight Monsters add talented defenseman Brennan Kapcheck
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 8:53am
STATELINE, Nev. – The Tahoe Knight Monsters announced Wednesday that the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Brennan Kapcheck.
Kapcheck, 27, joins the Knight Monsters after playing the past three seasons with the Newfoundland Growlers (ECHL) where he registered 59 points (7g, 52) in 115 regular season games from 2022-2024. He also added an additional 14 points (1g,13a) in 31 playoff appearances with the Growlers in 2022 & 2023. The 5-9, 179-pound blueliner also made ten appearances last season overseas with HKM Zvolen in Slovakia logging an assist.
Enter the Guardsman continues for a second weekend at Valhalla Boathouse Theater
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 11:00pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jul 14 2024 .
July 11, 2024 (All day)
July 12, 2024 (All day)
July 13, 2024 (All day)
July 14, 2024 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here! Valhalla Tahoe has announced the grand opening of the captivating musical comedy "Enter the Guardsman" at the beautiful Valhalla Tahoe Boathouse Theatre this Friday.
Join them over two weekends for laughter, romance, and a touch of intrigue as they bring you this delightful musical, set behind the scenes of a theatre production. With its witty dialogue, charming characters, and enchanting score, "Enter the Guardsman" promises to be an unforgettable experience for all theatre lovers.
New superintendent hired for Douglas County School District
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 10:55pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County School District now has a new superintendent, something many parents and staff are looking forward to as a way of getting things back on track for the district. Interim Superintendent Jeannie Dwyer has been filling in since the departure of Keith Lewis on November 1, 2023.
Fire updates on Pay Fire and Royal Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 10:52pm
There were two fires in areas adjacent to the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, the Pay Fire and the Royal Fire, and neither are causing any concerns at this time.
Reauthorization of Lake Tahoe Restoration Act for 10 years passes Senate, now onto House
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 10:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Cal. - Senator Catherine Cortez Masto’s (D-Nev.) legislation to extend the authorization of the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act for 10 years passed the Senate on Wednesday. Cortez Masto’s legislation is cosponsored by Senators Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), and Laphonza Butler (D-Calif.) and it would allow federal funds to continue maintaining the environment, supporting local jobs, and strengthening the tourism economy around Lake Tahoe. The legislation now heads to the U.S. House of Representatives.
Donation made to City of South Lake Tahoe's new recreation center in honor of Tim and Stacy Wakefield
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 6:41pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - If you could be anyone in the world, be a Wakefield. That was evident on Wednesday at Edgewood Tahoe as the spirit of philanthropy was in full swing as the American Century Championship kicked off.
Select bottom barriers to be removed from Taylor Creek/Marsh in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 4:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Contractors will begin removing some bottom barriers at the mouth of Taylor Creek and the adjacent marsh this week. These bottom barriers were installed in 2022 as part of a collaborative effort to remove invasive plants from approximately 17 acres of wetlands in Taylor and Tallac creeks and marshes in preparation for the larger Taylor/Tallac Restoration Project.
Recipe Highlight: Celebrate National Blueberry Month with a refreshing salad
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 3:10pm
July is the best time to harvest blueberries and is the peak season for this fruit, which is why it is the perfect time to celebrate National Blueberry Month in July!
Blueberries have been consumed for a very long time – more than 13,000 years, according to some reports – but the Native Americans were the first to recognize the versatility of this fruit. They used blueberries for medicinal purposes and as a natural flavoring agent. However, the wild blueberries used by the Native Americans are much different from the ones we eat now.
Jackson & Whitaker Wealth Management sponsors Douglas County Community Center
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 2:34pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Jackson & Whitaker Wealth Management has graciously sponsored the Douglas County Community Services Foundation 2024 Naming Right for the Douglas County Community & Senior Center, located at 1329 Waterloo Ln, Gardnerville, NV 89410. The donation provides a display of the company’s name prominently located on the Senior Center Grandview dining room entrance for their second year.
Live Stand-up Comedy at the Lake with Howie Mandel
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 2:21pm
Event Date:
July 12, 2024 - 8:00pm
Late-Nite Productions has announced an evening of stand-up Comedy with Howie Mandel, actor, host, comedian, and producer as we catch him one night only in Lake Tahoe during Celebrity Golf Week! This is taking place on Friday, June 12, 2024 at the Bally's Lake Tahoe Showroom. Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com or by visiting/calling the Bally's Box Office at 775.588.3515
Jimmy Fallon and DJ Khaled take on Tahoe in special challenge golf match
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 1:27pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - It's on! The gauntlet has been thrown down and DJ Khaled and Jimmy Fallon will be facing off at Edgewood Tahoe this Saturday during the American Century Championship (ACC). The two were talking about golf as Khaled was a guest on Fallon's show when a challenge was made, resulting in the two going head-to-head in a special challenge golf match.
The pair, who aren't in the ACC tournament, will play on the popular par-3 17th hole at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course after the conclusion of Saturday's third round, at approximately 3:30 p.m.
CHP seeking South Lake Tahoe hit and run suspect
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 11:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - California Highway Patrol (CHP) of South Lake Tahoe is asking for the public's help in catching a hit-and-run suspect. On Saturday, July 6, 2024, a light blue Subaru Outback with a bike in the back struck another vehicle in the SR-89/US-50 roundabout. The Subaru was being driven by a white male adult wearing a tan floppy hat. The Subaru fled the scene without exchanging information with the other driver, a violation of 20002(a) VC.
Any information should be directed to Officer Ruth Loehr at 530-539-9500 or rloehr@chp.ca.gov.
Sunday FUNDay at Tipsy Putt to raise funds for El Dorado County Search and Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 11:13pm
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Sun Jul 28 2024 .
July 14, 2024 (All day)
July 21, 2024 (All day)
July 28, 2024 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Drink and Putt for a Cause in July! Tipsy Putt - South Lake Tahoe is partnering with El Dorado County Tahoe Search and Rescue to donate money from every beer and every golf game sold each Sunday in July in their monthly event called Sunday FUNDday.
Celebrities arriving at Lake Tahoe for American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 10:19pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The jets have been arriving at Lake Tahoe Airport as the celebrities arrive for the 35th annual American Century Championship (ACC) at Lake Tahoe. Organizers say this is one of the strongest fields across sports and entertainment in tournament history.
Headliners include Travis Kelce, Tony Romo, Charles Barkley, Aaron Rodgers, Annika Sorenstam, Seth and Dell Curry, Miles Teller, Colin Jost, Ray Romano and Larry the Cable Guy. The tournament will feature 15 first-time participants, including Alex Rodriguez, Jason Kelce, Austin Reaves, and Carson Daly.
Vokab Kompany returns to Live at Lakeview for first time in five years
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 4:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Live at Lakeview returns after a week off, with Vokab Kompany and ROXILVERWOLF this Thursday, July 11. Vokab Kompany returns for the first time in five years, promising a night of hip-hop, soul, and a special Beastie Boys set that will have you dancing into the sunset. With their dynamic blend of genres and infectious energy, Vokab Kompany always delivers a performance to remember.
Tahoe Knight Monsters: First player signed, attend special reveal event of NHL affiliation
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 3:55pm
Event Date:
July 16, 2024 - 6:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – Join the Tahoe Knight Monsters on Tuesday, July 16 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Bally's Lake Tahoe for the announcement of the team's NHL & AHL affiliation, their mascot, and jerseys. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.
Meet and greet with the new mascot, meet head coach Alex Loh, chance at a themed giveaway, and purchase new gear. Please RSVP here.
Movie Nights at Bijou Community Park each Friday in July
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 1:16pm
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Fri Jul 26 2024 .
July 12, 2024 - 8:00pm
July 19, 2024 - 8:00pm
July 26, 2024 - 8:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe is celebrating Parks Make Life Better Month with several activities, including Free Friday Night Movies in The Park. Each Friday in July at Bijou Community Park, a series of free movies under the stars will be presented, starting at sundown.
Gather your family, friends, and neighbors, and don't forget to bring your blankets, chairs, and favorite snacks for a cozy, fun-filled evening.
Here's this year's lineup:
July 12: Coco
July 19: Elemental
July 26: The Mighty Ducks
Unity at the Lake welcomes Donna Apidone as speaker
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 12:08pm
Event Date:
August 4, 2024 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Unity at the Lake is welcoming Donna Apidone as their guest presenter on Sunday, August 4 at 10 a.m. Donna is a former "Morning Edition" and “CapRadio Reads” host on NPR, and since leaving the radio network, she has been teaching and writing.
Donna teaches TransForMission, a course all about finding Purpose in life, at Sacramento State University and congregations throughout the region. The course is based on her book, also titled TransForMission.
Letter: We are NO on the Vacancy Tax
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 10:02am
We formed our coalition, Keep Community First, to address a series of anti-business, anti-community tax increase proposals being discussed by the South Lake Tahoe City Council, propelled in large part by one Council member - Scott Robbins.
To date, we have successfully turned aside two of those proposals - a two percent increase in the City’s Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and a $23 minimum wage standard. We are now focused and firmly opposed to Measure N on the City’s November ballot which would tax the owners of homes within the City if they are “vacant” more than 183 days a year.
43rd annual Tour of the California Alps Death Ride this weekend
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 8:38pm
ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - The 43rd annual Tour of the California Alps Death Ride returns for 2024 in Alpine County on Saturday, July 13. The 103-mile ride starts and finishes at Turtle Rock Park in Markleeville and covers both sides of three mountain passes - Monitor, Ebbett's, and the Pacific Grade.
There will be road closures on Saturday to be aware of: SR-4 (Ebbett's Pass) will be closed from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m., and SR-89 (Alpine State Hwy) will be closed from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Riders will begin at 5 a.m. and cover 14,000 feet of climbing during the day.
El Dorado County is one of seven counties on Fire Risk Reduction List
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 6:42pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - El Dorado County has been named one of seven counties to receive placement on the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Fire Risk Reduction List. This recognition highlights local agencies throughout the state that meet the best practices for local fire planning.
Placer County and the Town of Truckee also made the list.
On June 19, the Board of Forestry adopted a resolution to approve the 2024 Fire Risk Reduction Community List, which became effective July 1. A copy of this resolution and the 2024 iteration of the list can be found here.
Barton Health offers annual Camp Sunrise, a weekend grief camp for area children
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 6:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local children are invited to participate in the annual Camp Sunrise, a children’s bereavement camp serving children ages 7 to 14, who have experienced the death of a loved one or other significant loss. The overnight grief camp takes place Thursday to Saturday, August 8 to 10, at Galilee Camp and Retreat Center in Glenbrook, Nevada.
Kudos: Edgewood Resort sponsors their first Bread & Broth Monday Meal
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 6:13pm
Through Bread & Broth’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) sponsorship program, individuals, families, church groups, organizations, and businesses have the opportunity to help fund and participate in serving a full-course, healthy dinner to individuals and families that need a helping hand with a hot well-balanced meal and a welcoming environment to enjoy themselves while they are dining.
Congratulations to Colin Jost ticket winner!
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 4:42pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Thank you very much for all of the entries we received for the two free Colin Jost tickets at the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Wish we could give tickets to everyone!
Congratulations to South Lake Tahoe resident Shelley Giannotta as her entry was selected by a random number generator!
For those who want to purchase tickets to the Colin Jost and Friend show on July 13, visit https://www.tahoeblueeventcenter.com/events/detail/colin-jost.
More algae testing around Lake Tahoe after social media post goes viral about death of dog
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 4:12pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Scientists test the beautiful blue water of Lake Tahoe often, and shoreline testing is routinely done in search of possible harmful algal blooms, or HABs.
A social media post was made on TikTok and shared on many other platforms about a dog dying after being in the water at El Dorado Beach or Nevada Beach. The dog owner stated her veterinarian said it was due to HABs.
