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Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees to be shown at library
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 4:13pm
Event Date:
September 26, 2023 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The film Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees will be shown at the South Lake Tahoe Library on Tuesday, September, 26 at 5 p.m.
Friends of the Libary are partnering with The Sugar Pine Foundation in bringing the film to the public, free of charge.
FireFest 2023 on the South Shore September 30
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 1:45pm
Event Date:
September 30, 2023 - 10:00am
The annual Fire Fest will be held on Saturday, September 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe at Stateline. Admission is free.
This event is a great opportunity for families to have fun while learning about safety and fire. Learn more about 'Firewise USA' and connect with active Fire Adapted Community Neighborhood Leaders and Tahoe Resource Conservation District at the event. SouthTahoePUD, South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling Co., Tahoe Living With Fire, and TRPA have added home safety, energy, and water conservation booths.
Boil Water Notice for South Shore Recreation water around Fallen Leaf Lake/Camp Richardson
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 1:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A Boil Water Notice has been issued for "South Shore Recreation" water which includes Fallen Leaf Lake, Camp Richardson, Valhalla, and Tallac Historic Site.
The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) water system was found to be contaminated with E. coli bacteria on September 8. These bacteria can make you sick and are a particular concern for people with weakened immune systems.
A diver was in the water storage tank on August 22 to perform the normal duty of clearing out the sediment that collects inside. The tank was not
Kudos: Heavenly Ski Patrol sponsors Bread & Broth Monday Meal
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 11:49am
“Our Heavenly Ski Patrol members love giving back to our South Lake Tahoe community, and we cherish our annual work with Bread & Broth,” exclaimed Nate Stuhlbarg. Nate, and his fellow Ski Patrol members Chava Laub, Isabella (Bella) Stowell, and Julie Zanobini, joined the Bread & Broth volunteers to provide a hearty and healthy dinner for the folks who came to St. Theresa Grace Hall on Monday, August 28.
Residents and visitors invited to “heal the land” at 26th annual Tahoe Forest Stewardship Days
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 11:39am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. – Each year since 1997, the League to Save Lake Tahoe has rallied hundreds of volunteers to revitalize forests, meadows, marshes, and streams damaged by natural disasters, development from decades past, and agriculture. This fall’s Tahoe Forest Stewardship Days event on Sept. 16 will focus on restoring an area impacted by the disastrous 2021 Caldor Fire, along with a popular beach on the Lake’s south shore.
Multicultural Celebration at Bijou Community Park on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 10:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The upcoming Multicultural Celebration this Saturday, September 9, from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Bijou Community Park promises to be a fun-filled day for the whole family. With music, live art, and dance performances, there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy.
9th annual Diaper Drive in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 10:12am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Catalyst Community and the El Dorado County Community Hubs are kicking off their annual Diaper Drive from September 18-24 in recognition of National Diaper Need Awareness Week.
Tickets on sale Friday for TAP's Dancing With the Tahoe Stars
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2023 - 7:18pm
Event Date:
October 14, 2023 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One of the most popular charity events in South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Arts Project's Dancing With The Tahoe Stars, returns to the stage for the tenth year on October 14 at Bally's Tahoe at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets will be available online on September 8 at TahoeArtsProject.tix.com. Prices range from $15 - $75. More information about the Tahoe Arts Project (TAP) and the event can be found at TahoeArtsProject.org.
Volunteers needed for South Lake Tahoe Challenge Days
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2023 - 4:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Challenge Day organization will be in South Lake Tahoe next week to conduct three-day-long programs at South Tahoe High School (STHS), and community members are needed to help each day.
TASK (The Tahoe Alliance for Safe Kids) has worked with the Lake Tahoe Unified School District to bring the life-changing Challenge days to all 9th graders at South Lake Tahoe High School (STHS) for the second year.
Woman found deceased at South Lake Tahoe lakefront lodging property
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2023 - 2:03pm
9/11 UPDATE: The woman who died at Lakeland Village on September 7 has been identified as 62-year-old Jacqueline Cason. She was from the Oceanside, California area and formerly of South Lake Tahoe. The next of kin has been notified.
Detectives from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department are continuing to investigate and gather more evidence. Search warrants have been executed as detectives reconstruct activities from the evening Ms. Cason died.. The cause of her death has not been determined at this time and an autopsy is scheduled.
The Beacon is open, business as usual in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2023 - 1:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - No, the Beacon Bar and Grill is not closed. The question has been asked all through town over the last several days, most likely due to the concession process for Camp Richarson through the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU).
North Tahoe Community Alliance selects 17 projects to receive up to $20M in sponsorship and multi-year funding
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2023 - 11:14am
TAHOE CITY, Calif. - The Tourist Business Improvement District (TBID) covering the north shore of Lake Tahoe continues to yield results that benefit the community, the environment, and the visitor.
Launched in July 2022, an assessment fee was added to all TBID business transactions for those who provide any type of visitor service including food and beverage, and retail. The fee can be paid for by the business, or added to the customer's bill, and is paid by all who use the business, visitor or not. Depending on the zone the business is located in, the fee is one or two percent.
Invasive plant barrier installation complete at South Lake Tahoe marsh
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2023 - 8:59am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Agencies restoring the Taylor and Tallac marsh areas have completed the installation of bottom barriers to remove 17 acres of invasive plants as part of the comprehensive restoration of one of the last natural wetlands in the Lake Tahoe Basin. The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) announced this week that the collaborative project that began in December 2021 is one of the largest aquatic invasive species control projects ever undertaken in the Tahoe Basin.
Pipe replacement project impacts Black Bart Avenue traffic, alternate routes suggested
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2023 - 6:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Work to replace 9,510 linear feet of aging and undersized waterline is continuing in the Black Bart neighborhood, and traffic along Black Bart Avenue will be impacted over the next two to three weeks.
‘We’re trying to be good neighbors:’ Sawmill responds to complaints, petition against night work
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2023 - 5:45pm
Work first began in the summer of 2022 on the Tahoe Forest Products Saw Mill, which is still busy constructing its mill on Washoe Tribal Land behind the Topsy Lane shopping center — with work continuing throughout the night.
A year later, residents living nearby have started a petition asking for all nighttime work to cease which, according to Kevin Leary and Jim Turner of TFP, would only prolong the work.
Adventures in Limnology talk with Dr. Goldman
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2023 - 2:34pm
Event Date:
September 20, 2023 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.. - Renowned Tahoe environmental scientist Dr. Charles Goldman will speak at a Sierra Club event on the evening of Wednesday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College. In his Adventures in Limnology talk, Dr. Goldman will entertain everyone with his global adventures as a scientist - all in the cause of protecting Lake Tahoe and other precious natural resources.
The free event will be in the college's Room 103, Aspen/Board Room.
Organizers will be providing small bites and snacks but please bring your full reusable water bottle.
Free community e-waste disposal with Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2023 - 2:14pm
Event Date:
September 23, 2023 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Everyone is invited to join the women from Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) at South Tahoe Refuse on Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. to rid your homes or businesses of e-waste. Simply swing by with your items and fill up the e-waste bins.
Examples of electronic waste include TVs, computer monitors, printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, cables, circuit boards, lamps, clocks, flashlights, calculators, phones, answering machines, digital/video cameras, radios, VCRs, DVD players, MP3 and CD players.
STPUD on target to meet California's 2025 water target for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2023 - 1:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Climate change requires Californians to use water more wisely and prepare for more frequent and persistent periods of limited water supply. Two new water efficiency bills are now in place in the state as a response to more frequent droughts and dry spells. SB606 and AB1668 were created to help the state better prepare for future droughts and other effects of climate change on the State’s water supplies.
TRPA and other agencies cracking down on illegal boat rentals on Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2023 - 9:19am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif.Nev. - Just as homes became a popular rental possibility through websites like Airbnb and VRBO, boats have followed, but in Lake Tahoe, most are not being done legally.
What's Old Is New event at Al Tahoe Pioneer Cemetery to include guided tours
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/05/2023 - 9:40pm
Event Date:
September 20, 2023 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What do Richard Peter, Thomas Rowland, and Fannie Barton have in common? Their final resting place is at the Al Tahoe Pioneer Cemetery in South Lake Tahoe.
The City of South Lake Tahoe, Daughters of the American Revolution, and Lake Tahoe Historial Society are inviting the community to the cemetery on September 20 for "What's Old Is New" between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
El Dorado County Elections holding Open House to celebrate move to Shingle Springs
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/05/2023 - 9:07pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Elections Department is moving into its new offices this week and will celebrate with an Open House on October 18 from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Chabad prepares for Rosh Hashanah with Women's Challah Bake
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/05/2023 - 7:52pm
Event Date:
September 10, 2023 - 11:00am
The Jewish Women's Circle invites the community to a Rosh Hashanah Challah Bake on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 11 a.m. at Chabad Jewish Center.
Join Rebbetzin Shaina Richler in a step-by-step course and master the art of making and braiding sweet round Challah for Rosh Hashanah. Fill it with your favorite sweet fillings and toppings.
Discover the meaning of Challah and its connection to the high holidays.
Cost: $25 Co-sponsor $360
RSVP Required.
For more info and to RSVP visit JewishTahoe.com/Events.
The Chabad Jewish Center is located at 255 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, Nev.
Douglas County Strategic Plan survey now online
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/05/2023 - 7:47pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – As part of its strategic planning process, Douglas County has launched an online survey to garner feedback and input from the public. The County encourages each and every member of the public to Leave a Legacy by sharing your thoughts, opinions, and ideas about the future of Douglas County.
Hope Lutheran Church service dedicated to Pastor Joel Martin in memoriam
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/05/2023 - 7:34pm
Event Date:
September 10, 2023 - 10:00am
On Sunday, September 10, Hope Lutheran Church will dedicate its Sunday service to Pastor Joel Martin in memoriam. Pastor Joel served as pastor at Hope from 2003 to 2014. Many have benefited from his dedication to his ministry. From building a local youth ministry to organizing ice fishing trips, Pastor Joel approached his ministry with great kindness, joy, faith, and above all else love. He is survived by his wife, Amanda, and two sons, Rowan and Ezra.
American Legion Post 795 hosts 9/11 ceremony in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/05/2023 - 1:54pm
Event Date:
September 11, 2023 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe invites community members and visitors to join members of the American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, and the Sons of the American Legion for a ceremony to remember the victims of September 11, 2001. The ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023, at the American Legion Hall, 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe. Light refreshments will be served.
New NDOT survey for length of US50 through Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/05/2023 - 11:33am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting the public to take part in an online survey to provide feedback about proposed future improvements to US 50 on Tahoe’s east shore, including potential temporary test restriping of a section of highway lanes.
Public forum about charter cities, and if South Lake Tahoe should take steps to become one
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2023 - 10:20pm
Event Date:
September 5, 2023 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe is hosting a forum about the pros and cons of being a charter city on Tuesday, September 5 at 5:30 p.m.
The forum will take place in City Council Chambers at the airport. It will also be streamed on Facebook (their page here).
South Lake Tahoe Vacancy Tax Kick-Off Party and Film Screening
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2023 - 9:34pm
Event Date:
September 13, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A group of South Lake Tahoe residents is organizing to get a residential vacancy tax on the ballot in 2024 and they will be starting with a kick-off event on September 13.
Starting at 6 p.m. at South of North Brewing, the event will include a film screening of “Room and Board: A Tahoe Housing Crisis Documentary,” created by North Lake Tahoe filmmakers and housing advocates, as well as a vacancy tax Q&A session. For more information on the event, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vacancy-tax-kick-off-party-film-screening-tickets-697273833807.
Letter: Concerns about new refuse collection plan in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2023 - 3:48pm
Dear Editor, Residents in the Al Tahoe Firewise community and throughout the Tahoe Basin have worked extremely hard to reduce combustible fuels on their properties in order to mitigate the risk of wildfires. Every spring and summer, with the help of South Tahoe Refuse’s current weekly pickup practices, we have cleared multiple bags or cans of pine needles and cones, vegetation, and tree limbs in order to protect our homes and the community from wildfires. This fuel reduction also qualifies our nationally recognized Firewise district for fire insurance discounts.
South Lake Tahoe students in grades 6-12 invited to Extracurricular Fair
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2023 - 3:30pm
Event Date:
September 13, 2023 - 6:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students in grades 6-12 interested in finding out what there is to do outside of the school day are invited to attend the Tahoe Learning Haven Extracurricular Fair on September 13 from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT).
The Tahoe Learning Haven puts on monthly forums and fairs for community members to bring them more information about educational opportunities in our community. Their forums are always on the second Wednesday of every month, from 6:45 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the BGCLT located at 1100 Lyons Ave. in South Lake Tahoe.
Kiwanis Aktion Club to hold rummage sale in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2023 - 2:51pm
Event Date:
September 8, 2023 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Kiwanis Aktion Club of Lake Tahoe is a community service group open to all adults living with disabilities. Aktion Club empowers members to be themselves, work together with friends, take on leadership roles, and implement plans to do things that really make a difference.
As storm exits the area, nothing but sun and warmer days ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/03/2023 - 7:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a wet and cool holiday weekend, the forecast is a good one for South Lake Tahoe. The showers are moving out, making way for warmer and drier conditions that will prevail from Labor Day through the upcoming week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Talks at Tahoe: Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/03/2023 - 5:27pm
Event Date:
September 6, 2023 - 6:00pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The next Talks at Tahoe on the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe campus will be held on September 6 with Meeting the Tides of Life Through the Practice of Poetry with Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer.
WordWave returns to Boathouse Theater with three one-act plays
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/03/2023 - 3:47pm
Event Date:
September 30, 2023 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe’s WordWave, a one-act play competition, celebrating upcoming playwrights returns to Valhalla Tahoe on September 30 with a new set of winning plays.
Group seeking signatures to get ban on VHRs on 2024 ballot in Douglas County
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/03/2023 - 3:14pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A group of citizens wants to get a ban on vacation home rentals (VHRs) in the Tahoe Township area of Douglas County and they want to have the voters decide.
Linda Dengler, a Kingsbury Grade resident, said she and other county residents want to have an initiative on a 2024 ballot and they need help gathering the needed 4,388 signatures in order to get it on the ballot. The petition states VHRs would be eliminated from all residential zones by Dec. 31, 2027.
Letter: Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/03/2023 - 1:52pm
Should we be celebrating the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority’s Destiny Award from the U.S. Travel Association?
Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority (Website Visit Lake Tahoe)
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Drive to Tahoe
FAQ
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Healthy Travel Information
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Steve “Cosmo” Kosmides ~ December 1954 – July 2023
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/03/2023 - 11:52am
Steve grew up with his brother Ralph in Southern California. Steve loved the ocean, developing a lifelong passion for surfing. Still, he knew Southern California wasn’t where he wanted to stay. When Steve graduated from high school in 1973, he went to visit friends in South Lake Tahoe for three weeks and instead found his forever home.
Barton Foundation donates lifesaving AEDs to South Tahoe High School
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2023 - 11:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Barton Health Foundation, as part of its Heart Safe Community program, donated three automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to aid in the response to heart issues at South Tahoe High School. This brings the number of the portable lifesaving machines the Foundation has given to Lake Tahoe Unified School District to eight.
“Awe and Then Some” campaign gets LTVA top honors at tourism convention
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2023 - 10:25pm
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and its agency of record, Noble Studios, were presented with the prestigious Destiny Award by the U.S. Travel Association. The award was given at the annual Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) conference for the destination marketing organization’s integrated “Awe and Then Some” marketing campaign.
Column: Q&A with a surgeon: daVinci surgical robot
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2023 - 10:17pm
Since 2012, Barton Health’s surgery department has offered procedures with da Vinci, a state-of-the-art surgical technology system that offers minimally invasive procedures and can reduce patient’s time in the hospital. In 2019, a $2.1 million investment brought the da Vinci Xi, the latest in robotic-assisted surgery featuring a new overhead instrument arm and a highly-magnified view from its 3D-HD vision.
LTUSD board meeting wrap-up
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2023 - 5:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During its August 24 board meeting, the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) announced they are fully staffed for r certificated positions.
Trustee Jon Hetherton commended the District for moving in the right direction and gave accolades for the sense of community that was present during the Welcome Back Staff meeting and the New Staff Orientation event. Bernadette Santana, Classified School Employee Association (CSEA) President, also noted the excitement about the start of the new school year and the spirit of collaboration.
After holiday, utility work continues on SR28 North Lake Tahoe-Kings Beach
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2023 - 5:33pm
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is advising motorists of continued traffic-interfering work on State Highway 28 in North Lake Tahoe next week after a break during the Labor Day holiday.
Southwest Gas and its contractor, Q&D Construction, continue to work on a gas line replacement project on Highway 28 between Tahoe City and Kings Beach.
One-way traffic control is scheduled to resume between Watson Creek and Ridgewood Road in Carnelian Bay from Tuesday, September 5 at 8 p.m. until Friday, September 8 at noon. No work is scheduled on the weekend.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2023 - 5:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls 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.
August 24 - August 30, 2023
8/24
00:29 VERBAL DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred on Fifth Ave, in Tahoma. Disposition: ASSISTED.
Space available in EDCOE preschools in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/01/2023 - 8:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE) is offering free or low-cost preschool programs in South Lake Tahoe and there are currently openings available in all five of their top-rated preschool classrooms. Due to both federal and state funding, there are two convenient preschool locations on the South Shore, one at the Y and one in mid-town.
What makes their programs so exceptional?
-Highly qualified teachers with bachelor’s degrees
-Low teacher/child ratios
-Play-based / social-emotional learning curriculums
Column: Benefits of breastfeeding and support for the breastfeeding journey
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/01/2023 - 8:29pm
Breastfeeding is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, offering a great balance of nutrients for a baby while boosting their immune system and helping protect against a variety of diseases and conditions. Certified lactation consultants, like the team at Barton Family Medicine and Barton’s Family Birthing Center, help parents navigate the journey of breastfeeding and achieve their feeding goals.
The Great Library Refresh Project of SLT plans to refresh South Lake Tahoe school libraries
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/01/2023 - 3:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lift Literature, in collaboration with partners Cuppa Tahoe and the Marcella Foundation, along with local librarians, nonprofits, businesses, and community members, have announced "The Great Library Refresh Project of SLT." This visionary project seeks to breathe new life into the heart of Lake Tahoe's schools: their libraries.
Forest Service reminds all to recreate responsibly this weekend at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/01/2023 - 3:13pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - With the arrival of Labor Day, the unofficial end of summer is here, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) reminds visitors to recreate responsibly by planning ahead, following fire restrictions, leaving areas free of litter, and being a good steward of the forest.
The Tallac Historic Site, Taylor Creek Visitor Center, and Forest Supervisor offices will be closed on Monday, Sep. 4, 2023, in observance of Labor Day. The Chimney Beach Trailhead parking area on the East Shore is temporarily closed for construction.
Bear experts offer best practices for late season camping trips to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/01/2023 - 2:48pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Headed to the Tahoe Basin for one last summer camping trip? Black bear biologists who work in the Tahoe Basin every day have some advice and thoughts to share.
When you choose to visit the Lake Tahoe Basin, you are headed to the heart of bear country at a time when the Tahoe Basin’s black bears will be especially active and persistent in their search for food to prepare for leaner times ahead in the fall and winter. Sometimes, the easiest food for them to find is human food and garbage.
Dr. Richard N. Peterson ~ June 25, 1949 - August 28, 2023
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/01/2023 - 12:27pm
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Richard Peterson at the age of 74. He was the son of Nils and Margery Peterson. Richard was a dedicated doctor who touched the lives of many. Raised in Billings, Mont., Richard earned his medical degree in family practice from Loma Linda University in 1974 and later became board-certified in geriatrics in 1994. Richard's journey led him to Lake Tahoe in 1994, where he established himself as a pillar of the community and obtained the credential of Certified Medical Director.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/31/2023 - 10:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of August 8-14, 2023. Location Checks are when officers search an area at a certain address. Transient/Homeless arrests/citations and calls are those normally categorized in other columns (Drunk in Public, Trespassing, etc.) but stats are collected separately.
Log for August 8 - 14, 2023
8/8
01:01 Alarm - Occurred at Cocktail Corner on Lake Tahoe Blvd. Disposition: CLEAR NO FURTHER.
