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Apache Avenue Pedestrian Safety and Connectivity Project meeting Thursday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/15/2021 - 3:57pm
Event Date:
December 16, 2021 - 5:30pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County, Department of Transportation, Tahoe Engineering Unit is holding a public meeting for the Apache Avenue Pedestrian Safety and Connectivity Project on Thursday, December 16 at 5:30 p.m.
This project will include the construction of roadway improvements on lower Apache Avenue from Highway 50 to East San Bernardino that will include a shared-use path, sidewalk, drainage, and roadway safety improvements.
South Lake Tahoe opens emergency shelter for those impacted by snowstorm and power outages
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/15/2021 - 2:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – In coordination with the American Red Cross, the City of South Lake Tahoe has opened a partner shelter for anyone impacted by the snowstorm and power outages. The shelter is located at the City’s Recreation and Swim Complex at 1180 Rufus Allen Boulevard and is open to all residents of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County.
It will be open 24/7 until further notice.
At the Recreation Center, they will offer electrical charging stations, meals, cots, and blankets for overnight stays.
El Dorado County hires new head of planning department
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/15/2021 - 1:34pm
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors yesterday unanimously appointed
Karen Garner as Director of Planning and Building, effective January 1, 2022.
“We are delighted to have someone of Karen’s caliber join the County and help lead the department through the current challenging issues and those that are on the horizon,” said John Hidahl, Board chair. “She has an
excellent background which is well suited to take on the responsibilities of this position.”
Power could be out another 12-24 hours in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/15/2021 - 10:44am
SOUTH LAKE Tahoe, Calif. - With lows dipping into the single digits overnight, a lack of heat and electricity had many concerned and bundled up in blankets. The reason for the outage was the winter storm at the beginning of the week with heavy, wet snow and rain before temperatures dropped and it was just snow. With 2-4 feet of new snow around the South Shore, not only was electricity a concern but also shoveling and plowing out from homes.
JoAnne Bottini ~ February 19, 1944 – December 1, 2021
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/15/2021 - 10:09am
JoAnne unexpectedly passed away on December 1, 2021, while knitting, one of her favorite pastimes.
She was born in San Francisco on February 19, 1944, to Robert and Dorothy Henderson. She grew up in Rialto, Calif., graduating from St. Bernadine’s High School in 1961. Thereafter, she attended San Bernardino Valley College. In 1965, she graduated from San Francisco State College earning her Teacher’s Credential. She began her teaching career in Santa Rosa, a profession she dearly loved and dedicated her life to.
Road controls in place for Lake Tahoe roads
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/15/2021 - 9:35am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As many still dig out of their homes and businesses as they wait for power to be restored around Lake Tahoe, a new storm is on the way and road controls remain in place for all mountain highways.
Snow is expected to return by 1:00 p.m. today as new winter weather warning goes into place.
Tube Tahoe opens winter operations Saturday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/15/2021 - 8:55am
MEYERS, Calif. - All the snow that fell at Lake Tahoe this week helped one local business open up before the holidays - Tube Tahoe. They will open on Saturday, December 18, and operate from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Tube Tahoe has winter operations at Tahoe Paradise Golf at 3201 US 50 in Meyers and offers people a way to enjoy the snow in a safe environment. At over 500 feet in length, their machine groomed tubing lanes are some of the longest in the area. The price of admission covers a tube rental and 1.5 hours of hill use.
Snow Day for LTCC, Lake Tahoe Unified School and Incline Village schools
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 8:21pm
UPDATE 12/15: Tahoe Truckee Unified School will open schools on a regular minimum day schedule, except Donner Trail Elementary. Today is a snow day for all Donner Trail and all Donner Summit students due to a power outage and accessibility issues on the Summit and at the facility.
Douglas County schools are open with a regular schedule. The two Lake Tahoe schools will have a Main Bus Stop Only procedure and students in the Chimney Rock area will be picked up and dropped off at Kahle Community Center.
Ready for some more snow? New storm for Lake Tahoe, with more snow next week
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 7:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As many around Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada still try and dig out from the first storm this week, another is brewing and heading to the mountains.
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Wednesday, December 15 at 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 16.
COVID-19 cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 7:15pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There have been 11 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 16,952.
There is a new interactive dashboard for the county with many more details. See HERE.
Pollock Pines, Camino, Kyburz - 975 cases - +2
El Dorado Hills - 3609 cases - (-1)
Diamond Springs, El Dorado - 856 cases - +2
North County - 977 cases - +3
Greater Placerville - 3181 cases - +4
Crews working around the clock to restore power and clear roads around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 1:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two-to-three feet of snow fell overnight through the South Shore, creating havoc on roads, power outages, and closures.
Every resource from all agencies involved in power restoral and road clearing is in the field, working as quickly as possible.
The City of South Lake Tahoe said their crews are working two 12-hour shifts in the eight zones the city is divided into for snow removal. There are 10 staff members on those teams. With so much snow, expect plow gates on the first run through neighborhoods to not be able to contain all snow.
New indoor mask mandate for California starts Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 10:48am
California is bringing back a statewide indoor mask mandate in public places starting Wednesday, December 15.
Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration announced the state will be under a new mask mandate due to concern around rising cases and the spread of the Omnicron variant. The mandate is in place through January 15, 2022.
Vaccine Clinic at Boys and Girls Club postponed to Dec. 21
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 10:03am
Event Date:
December 21, 2021 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe had planned on having a COVID-19 vaccine clinic for youth ages 5 to 11 years on Tuesday, but due to power outages and unplowed roads, it has been postponed to Tuesday, December 21 during the same hours, from 3:00 p.m. - 7;00 p.m.
Liberty Utilities reports several power outages around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 9:38am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Liberty Utilities is reporting widespread outages due to the current storm conditions. Their crews are working diligently to restore power to all our customers but there is no estimated time of restoral.
As of 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Liberty reports 8,643 of its 47,135 customers, or 18.3 percent, have no power:
South Lake Tahoe/El Dorado County - 6,472 customers are without power at this time
Placer County - 1,878 customers are without power at this time
Plumas County - 254 customers are without power at this time
Alpine County - 2 customers without power
Barton Health snow information for South Lake Tahoe and Nevada offices
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 8:45am
UPDATE 2:00 PM: As the power outage continues to affect the medical offices located on Barton Health's California campus, today's appointments will be rescheduled. Patients will be contacted by their provider's office to reschedule.
Services located within the Center including Orthopedics, Rheumatology, Rehabilitation, and Performance will be rescheduled as needed; patients will be contacted if their appointment is being rescheduled.
Services within the hospital will continue as scheduled.
Patients experiencing a medical emergency are instructed to call 9-1-1.
Snow to start tapering off in South Lake Tahoe as people in the Sierra dig out from storm
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 8:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The promised storm may have been more rain than snow at the beginning, but has since made up with snow measuring in feet this morning.
Heavenly Mountain Resort reports 36" of new snow in the last 24 hours. Kirkwood is closed today. Northstar reports 29" of snow the last 24 hours, and Palisades reports the same. Check before hitting the slopes to see the lift status due to wind and snow.
The current winter storm warning for South Lake Tahoe is in place until 10:00 p.m. Tuesday with the next one set for Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. to Thursday at 12:00 p.m.
Snow Day around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 7:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is no school today around Lake Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe Unified School District- Due to snow and further anticipated school, all schools are closed.
Lake Tahoe Community College - Is closed. All finals scheduled for Tuesday are moved to Thursday.
Douglas County - All Valley Schools, (Valley and DNO) will be on a 90-minuted delayed start today, Tuesday. December 14th due to hazardous road conditions.
Classes will begin and buses will pick up students 90 minutes later than regularly scheduled.
Patricia Ann Clothier ~ 1960 - 2021
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/13/2021 - 8:11pm
Patricia "Patti" Clothier was born on June 12, 1960, in Minot, North Dakota. After many years of living in Southern California, she moved to South Lake Tahoe in 1999 and enjoyed the mountain lifestyle with her husband, children, and an abundance of friends. Patti passed away peacefully from medical complications with her husband Steve at her bedside on December 6, 2021.
Douglas County closes some Lake Tahoe offices due to storm warning, valley may have delays
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/13/2021 - 5:58pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno for the Greater Lake Tahoe and Minden/Gardnerville area. The warning is in effect from 5:00 p.m. Monday, December 13, through 10:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2021.
Due to the potential of significant snow and high winds creating hazardous road conditions Douglas County officials have closed the following Lake Tahoe offices for Tuesday, December 14, 2021:
Kahle Community Center (Closed beginning at 5:00 p.m. Monday, December 13th)
Douglas County Lake Tahoe Library Branch
COVID-19 cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/13/2021 - 5:40pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There have been 82 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 16,941. The county's dashboard is down but expected to be available Tuesday. The "new case rate" and count per 100,000 residents have not been updated due to the lack of a dashboard Monday.
Pollock Pines, Camino, Kyburz - 973 cases - +7 - The 14-day new case rate is 28 with 206 per 100,000 residents.
El Dorado Hills - 3610 cases - +14 - The 14-day new case rate is 61 with 144 per 100,000 residents.
Three more black bear cubs calling Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care their temporary home
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/13/2021 - 4:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Three more bear cubs have arrived at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care (LTWC) in South Lake Tahoe. Thelma, Louise, and Bodie arrived and have joined Ponderosa who came last week.
El Dorado Transit to operate South Lake Tahoe connector buses on upcoming holidays
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/13/2021 - 3:04pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - El Dorado Transit will have its offices and many routes closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Years Day, but the Sacramento/South Lake Tahoe connecting bus will operate on a holiday schedule.
Due to adverse weather conditions, the Sacramento/ South Lake Tahoe Connecting bus is not operating on December 13 and 14.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary hosts Children's Christmas Party for families
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/13/2021 - 12:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Members of the Tahoe Douglas Rotary Club were able to resume the annual Children's Christmas Party for deserving families from Live Violence Free and Sierra Child Services. After two years of COVID-caused cancelations, the club was able to help make the season brighter for the families.
Also joining in the festivities were children of Rotarians and high school volunteers.
As storm settles in over Lake Tahoe and the Sierra, expect road controls for the duration
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/13/2021 - 10:54am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Overnight the snow levels around Lake Tahoe fluctuated due to some warmer temperatures than originally forecast, but the snow is here and that means road controls. There have been several incidents on area roads so be aware before you travel and check road controls and traffic cameras for an up to the minute view.
At this time, the snow is forecast to turn back to rain in the early afternoon Monday.
Alpine Meadows recorded wind gusts of 121 mph Monday morning and wind in South Lake Tahoe could see gusts to 25 mph today.
Lake Tahoe area school updates for Monday - LTUSD is open
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/13/2021 - 8:27am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A look at area schools for Monday, December 13:
There is school today for students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District. Buses will get to their first bus stop on time and adjust their driving speed to accommodate conditions. They start picking up middle school, then high school followed by elementary schools.
Douglas County schools at Lake Tahoe, Whittell High School, and Zephyr Cove Elementary are closed due to snow.
Forecast: High avalanche danger as a major winter storm hits Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/12/2021 - 10:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A major winter storm with areas of strong winds, significant snow (3-8 feet) in the Sierra remains on track through Tuesday, even with the rain in South Lake Tahoe lasting a bit longer Sunday than expected.
Letter: Bears and wildlife - Keep them wild
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/12/2021 - 9:17pm
As winter truly sets in, a number of folks have expressed concern about Tamarack and the other orphaned cubs moving around the South Shore as it pertains to their survival over winter alone.
Funds available for pet owners affected by the Tamarack and Caldor Fires
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/12/2021 - 8:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Thanks to a generous donation, the Tahoe PAWS Community Animal Response Team (CART) is now able to offer funds to victims of the Tamarack and Caldor Fires who have incurred pet needs and expenses due to the devastating fires.
El Dorado County Sheriff's weekly report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/12/2021 - 3:40pm
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 December 2 - December 8
12/2
17:04 DECEASED PERSON - Occurred on Bonanza Ave, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: REPORT TAKEN.
Emergency Mt. Rose highway work completed ahead of schedule by NDOT
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/12/2021 - 12:33pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The Mt. Rose Highway is now open following a closure for emergency drainage repairs. The highway was initially anticipated to be closed through Monday morning, but crews were able to complete repairs ahead of schedule.
The road closed at 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, December and it was opened by 9:00 p.m. the same day. The highway had previously been scheduled to be closed for at least 50 hours but crews worked quickly to get it open in just 18 hours.
Kids' Christmas craft making and holiday celebration at Wylder Hope Valley
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/12/2021 - 12:10am
Event Date:
December 18, 2021 - 2:00pm
Get into the spirit of the Holiday Season with an afternoon of festive fun at Wylder Hotel Hope Valley on Saturday, December 18 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kids can craft their own festive Christmas wreaths and tree ornaments, and enjoy delightful holiday treats. The joyous afternoon will be finished off with an entertaining reading of the Christmas classic, The Night Before Christmas.
The Holiday Celebration is free and open to the public. It will be held at the Wylder Hope Valley General Store, located 300 yds. east of Wylder Hotel Hope Valley on CA Hwy 88.
Column: Are you mentally prepared for ski season?
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/12/2021 - 12:03am
There's more to preparing for the slopes than getting in shape.
Physical fitness has a lot to do with your ability to enjoy ski season. But your mental fitness is just as important. Hitting the slopes after recovering from an injury or simply pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone in challenging terrain can create plenty of barriers to a fun day in the snow. As you tune up your gear and work on your cardio for the season ahead, consider your mental preparation as well. It will help you avoid getting stuck in your head when it comes to having fun on the mountain.
Forest Service cautions public on dangers of illegal campfires
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/11/2021 - 10:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A few weeks ago, a USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) wilderness ranger discovered a very large, illegal campfire near Round Lake in Meiss Country. Meiss Country is a popular backcountry destination south of Lake Tahoe on Highway 89 that receives approximately 50,000 visitors each year. Fortunately, the ranger was able to extinguish the illegal fire before it could spread to the forest and cause another devastating wildfire.
Letter: A problem in our backyard
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/11/2021 - 9:58pm
For the past 20 years, I’ve been extremely fortunate to own a home in the Tahoe Keys and share a boat with a few friends. In those two decades, I’ve seen a lot of change from the view out of my backyard.
The watery cul-de-sac where the boat is parked during the summer, while never as crystal clear as the Lake itself, has become more murky and unattractive each year. Every time I take the boat out, I spend more time with a gaff pushing long tentacles of green, underwater plants off the hull and untangling them from the prop.
First COVID-19 case caused by Omicron variant in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/11/2021 - 12:40pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The first confirmed case of COVID-19 identified as the Omicron variant has occurred in El Dorado County.
“This was not unexpected,” said El Dorado County Public Health Officer, Dr. Nancy Williams. “The variant has already been detected in at least 25 U.S. states, including California. Since the first case involving a California resident (which was also the first in the U.S.) was identified on December 1, 2021, in a traveler who had returned from South Africa on November 22, several other California counties have identified cases among their residents.”
The Crossing is holding the 4th annual Holiday Mall Crawl
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/11/2021 - 11:58am
Event Date:
December 18, 2021 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Crossing at Tahoe Valley is holding its 4th annual Holiday Mall Crawl on Saturday, December 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The center, located at the "Y" in South Lake Tahoe, will feature a scavenger hunt with prizes, the holiday fire truck, healthy gifts, a maker's market, the Lake Tahoe Unified School District student choir, face painting, and a visit by the jolly one, Santa.
Weekly COVID-19 wrap-up for counties around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/10/2021 - 11:14pm
There have been 22 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 16,859. In the Quad Counties, there were 9 deaths, 222 new cases this week. In Placer County, the average daily new cases are 60.43, and there were 15 new deaths recorded this week.
EL DORADO COUNTY
Pollock Pines, Camino, Kyburz - 966 cases - +0 - The 14-day new case rate is 28 with 206 per 100,000 residents.
El Dorado Hills - 3596 cases - +5 - The 14-day new case rate is 61 with 144 per 100,000 residents.
Column: Holding the Center in 2021
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/10/2021 - 2:21pm
Remembering back to this time last year, many of us looked optimistically toward 2021 for relief. Few would have guessed what would be in store. Even fewer can predict what’s in store for us next year or the year after. If 2021 proved anything, it is that unpredictable adversities lie around every corner. When challenges come at us in numbers, to borrow a phrase from military strategy, the center must hold.
Ponderosa the black bear cub now housed at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/10/2021 - 2:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care has a new guest in residence, Ponderosa the bear cub.
The 25-pound black bear arrived at the South Lake Tahoe facility Thursday. He had been watched by the community of Ponderosa which is located east of Porterville, Calif., near the Sequoia National Forest. It is unknown how he became separated from his mother.
Holiday Bazaar at the Coachman Hotel in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/10/2021 - 1:35pm
Event Date:
December 18, 2021 - 12:00pm
Join Meyers Mountain Market as they host the Holiday Bazaar at the Coachman Hotel on Saturday, December 18 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Take care of your holiday shopping needs from over 25 local artisans in a fun and festive atmosphere. There will be fun for the whole family with live music, hot mulled wine, food, and s'mores.
Many of your favorite Meyers Mountian Market vendors will be at the bazaar.
Winter Princesses from local EverAfter Productions will be joining the Bazaar from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. You might just recognize them from your favorite winter movie!
Kudos: Bijou Community Elementary School thanks Lake Valley Fire and Ernie's Coffee Shop
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/10/2021 - 7:47am
Bijou Community Elementary School would like to thank Lake Valley Fire Protection District not only for their courageous efforts in saving our beautiful town but for also being so generous in donating $5000 to our school.
Lake Valley helped our PTA buy some amazing awards for the winners of our 2021 Walkathon! We appreciate you all so much!
We also would like to thank Kent Baer and Nathan Bergner from Ernie’s Coffee Shop for always supporting our Bijou bobcats with a free kids breakfast for every student that participated!
What an amazing community we are a part of!
COVID-19 vaccination clinic for ages 5-11 at Boys and Girls Club
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/10/2021 - 7:40am
Event Date:
December 14, 2021 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BCGLT) will be hosting a second vaccination clinic for children aged 5 to 11 years on Tuesday, December 14 from 3:00 p.m. - 7;00 p.m.
Interested parents can sign up at https://myturn.ca.gov/. Follow the prompts to be shown available clinics with APPOINTMENTS. Choose INDIVIDUAL even if bringing multiple children and do not enter an access code.
The intention of this second clinic is to provide the second dose and full vaccination to those who attended the first clinic, but first-time appointments are welcome too.
Winter Storm Watch Sunday-Tuesday - "Feet " of snow in the upper elevation forecast
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/10/2021 - 7:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The quick-hitting inside slider, which brought snow to the area has moved off over the Rockies and a major winter storm is on tap for Sunday through at least Tuesday of next week. A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for the Lake Tahoe Basin from Saturday, December 11, 10:00 p.m. until Tuesday, December 14, 10:00 p.m. with heavy snow at times in the forecast.
Mt. Rose Highway to close at the top over the weekend for emergency repairs
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 6:59pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Upper sections of Mt. Rose Highway will be closed above Sky Tavern Road Dec. 11-13 as the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) performs emergency repairs to a highway drainage pipe.
Caldor Fire suspects face felony weapons charges on top of reckless arson charges
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 6:43pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Following Wednesday's announcement that a father and son, David Scott Smith, 66, and Travis Shane Smith, 32, had been arrested on suspicion of starting the Caldor Fire, the El Dorado County District Attorney's Office (DA) has filed criminal complaints against them.
They are both being charged with four felony counts including recklessly causing a fire with great bodily injury, causing fire to inhabited structures, and to forest land.
COVID-19 cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 5:48pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There have been 37 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 16,837. Cases in all other counties around Lake Tahoe are updated here on Fridays.
Pollock Pines, Camino, Kyburz - 966 cases - +2 - The 14-day new case rate is 28 with 206 per 100,000 residents.
El Dorado Hills - 3591 cases - +17 - The 14-day new case rate is 61 with 144 per 100,000 residents.
Diamond Springs, El Dorado - 842 cases - +1 - The 14-day new case rate is 17 with 181 per 100,000 residents.
Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood open Saturday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 5:21pm
With the fresh snow and more in the forecast in the coming days, both Heavenly and Kirkwood have announced they will open for skiing and riding on Saturday, December 11. Temperatures have been steadily dropping and their snowmakers have been working around the clock to prepare the resorts for opening.
Vail's other resort at Lake Tahoe, Northstar, continues to evaluate the forecast and will share an update on its opening day soon.
Each resort is unique in location, terrain, weather patterns, altitude, and needs to open for the season so opening dates differ.
Letter: Why invasive weed treatment permit needs to be approved
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 7:58am
While the past year and a half has proven remarkably challenging, it has also demonstrated how incredibly lucky we are to call Lake Tahoe home. Having immediate accessibility to outdoor recreation was critical to providing some sense of normalcy during several COVID lockdowns, and being able to return safely to our homes after evacuation from Caldor Fire has made me more appreciative than ever.
Controls up on all Lake Tahoe roads as winter pays a visit
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 7:27am
The Lake Tahoe Basin and the Sierra got the forecasted snow, and there is more to come next week! A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for the area through 4:00 p.m. Thursday.
Road conditions around Lake Tahoe as of 7:20 a.m. Thursday:
US50
Chains Required, All Vehicles Except 4-Wheel Drive with Snow Tires - on US-50 from mile post 52.1 in El Dorado County to mile post 70.6 in El Dorado County in California.
Chains Required, All Vehicles Except 4-Wheel Drive with Snow Tires - on US-50 from Glenbrook to mile post 4.5 in Carson City County in Nevada.
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South Lake Tahoe Cancer League 43rd annual See's Candy fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 7:00am
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Dec 19 2021 .
December 11, 2021 - 10:00am
December 12, 2021 - 10:00am
December 13, 2021 - 10:00am
December 14, 2021 - 10:00am
December 15, 2021 - 10:00am
December 16, 2021 - 10:00am
December 17, 2021 - 10:00am
December 18, 2021 - 10:00am
December 19, 2021 - 10:00am
The South Lake Tahoe Cancer League is holding its 43rd annual See's Candy Sale Fundraiser at the American Legion Post 795 from Dec. 11 to Dec. 19 from 10;00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. each day.
The Cancer League provides transportation for cancer patients from the South Shore to their chemotherapy appointments as well as providing cash grants for struggling patients.
Stop by and stock up on your holiday See's Candy.
The American Legion is located at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
