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RENO/STATELINE, Nev. – Lucky Beaver Bar and Burger owners and staff recently presented a $40,000 check to Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada. The funds came from the third golf tournament hosted for the charity by the popular bar and restaurant that has locations in both Lake Tahoe and Reno.

In this season of giving thanks, we need only take in the incredible lake and mountains around us to see what we have to appreciate. Surrounded as we are by one of the most breathtaking places on Earth, it’s important to take time to appreciate it. In our day-to-day, the lake seems to face insurmountable threats while our communities work to overcome multiple challenges. Yet from a clear vantage, Lake Tahoe inspires every one of us to take part in its protection and to stay focused on the challenges of our time.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High School (STHS) Boys Tennis Team took top honors at the 2023 Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) 3A State Championships, the first time the school has won the state championship. STHS also has a third-place finish for its doubles team.

The STHS players won the state title by beating Boulder City 12-6 at Gorman High School. They beat Adelson 13-5, then Boulder City 12-6 to bring home the state champion trophy.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - The Kiwanis Club of South Tahoe is looking to collect 3,000 pairs of socks this year for kids in the South Lake Tahoe community. Last year they were able to collect over 2,000 pairs and are looking to put new socks on even more children this year.

The drive will go until the end of December. They can be dropped off at these South Lake Tahoe locations:

South Lake Tahoe Library
Catalyst Communities
South Tahoe Public Utility District
South Tahoe Refuse
US Bank
Guild Mortgage
Recovery Journey

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's the story nobody wants to hear - the trapping of a conflict bear that leads to its being euthanized. There was no happy ending like that experienced by Hank (Henrietta) the Tank) in 2022. This was a female bear recently trapped whose DNA was linked to 12 incidents of significant property damage and home invasions at many different properties in different locations.

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe has announced it will kick off the 2023-24 winter season on Friday, November 10. The recent storm, plus multiple windows of opportunity for Mt. Rose’s snowmakers to fire up the resort’s robust snowmaking system will get skiers and riders on snow for another early November Opening Day and some of their first turns of the season.

South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District
Hybrid Board of Directors Meeting
Forest Suites Resort
1:00 pm, Thursday, November 16, 2023
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Meeting ID: 828 1447 8726 ; Passcode: 583163
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A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Introduction of Guests and Staff
D. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
E. Approval of Agenda
F. Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items, 5-Minute Limit)

AGENDA
A. Discussion/Possible Action
i. Treasurer’s Report

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy announced on Wednesday that roads and visitor facilities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park will close for the winter season on November 13. Park grounds will remain open to the public.

The Conservancy and Nevada State Parks co-manage the 725-acre Van Sickle Bi-State Park. The park provides day-use opportunities for hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. For visitor safety, sledding is not allowed.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High School (STHS) is holding its annual Winter Fest from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on both December 1 and 2. Coordinated by the school's special event students, most activities are free. Food will be available for purchase each evening, as will photos will Santa.

The schedule:

Friday 12/1/23

5:00 PM Opening of the Winter Festival with Lighting of the Trees
5:00-8:00 PM The Studio Theater/Drama
5:30-6:00 PM Viking Choir and Timberwolf Choir in the Fallen Leaf room
6:00-6:30 STHS STHS JAZZ BAND
6:30-7:00 STHS STHS JAZZ BAND

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) is scheduled to continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks at Lake Tahoe. California Tahoe Conservancy with assistance from Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit are scheduled to continue burning this week on the North Shore, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke from these operations may be present throughout the Tahoe Basin.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Highway Patrol (CHP) and El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) were working on locating a vehicle listed on a "be on the lookout" report on November 6 when they spotted a car matching the description on US50 at Twin Bridges at approximately 11 a.m.

CHP Officer Nunes and EDSO Deputy Vernon conducted a vehicle stop on the suspected stolen car, a blue Honda CRV. The car was being driven by a male who told them he just purchased the car and also verbally gave them a name other than his real name.

RE/MAX Gold of Reno and Incline Village is hosting its annual sock drive to benefit Northern Nevada HOPES. Sponsored by Inside Incline Community Real Estate, Northern Nevada RE/MAX Gold realtors, they will collect new, unused socks for distribution in our local community this winter through Northern Nevada HOPES.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Shops at Heavenly Village is once again hosting the annual Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony on Friday, November 24 at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the lighting of the 65' tall cut Christmas tree with Congressman Kevin Kiley and El Dorado County Sheriff Jeff Leikauf. There will be music by Kristen Brown.

As the holiday season approaches, the famous Heavenly Village Christmas Tree

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join South Lake Tahoe Mayor Cristi Creegan and other community leaders, residents, businesses, agencies, and organizations for a unity walk on November 16 to honor United Against Hate Week.

United Against Hate Week, which is recognized from November 12-18, is a call for local civic action to stop the hate and biases that pose a dangerous threat to the safety and civility of our neighborhoods, towns, and cities. Across the state, 100’s of cities and organizations are also taking a stand against hate by coming together throughout the week.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 7 starting at 9 a.m. This is the first meeting since September 26 as the October meeting needed to be canceled due to a lack of councilmembers in town. The requirement is at least three in-person, and up to two can call in remotely from a pre-disclosed location.

The Tuesday agenda includes the following:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - So here I go with another rave review from a stellar production happening here in our town! "Anything Goes" is the musical that opened this past Friday at South Tahoe High School. Thank goodness you all have all of next weekend to see the show...do NOT miss it.

The show opens with the entire cast on stage, quite the spectacle of energy, enthusiasm, and excitement. It's a whirlwind from the get-go.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory that will be in effect on Monday from noon to midnight for areas above 7000 feet in the Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches above 7000 feet. A dusting to an inch is possible for Lake Tahoe and Truckee communities.

Plan on slippery road conditions, delays, and chain controls. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. Allow extra time to reach your destination.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Learn more about collective giving and the Tahoe Women's Community Fund (TWCF) at a wine social on Tuesday, November 7 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Idel Hour in South Lake Tahoe

Join them for a glass of wine and learn more about TWCF. Bring a friend and help the nonprofit build its membership. they have a goal to get enough sponsors and members so they can give out at least $100,000 in grants in Spring 2024.

It's a great time to just catch up with like-minded folks about philanthropy.

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.

October 26 - November 1, 2023

October 26

13:05 CIVIL INCIDENT - Officer initiated activity at Helen Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ADVISED.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Laka Tahoe has many seasonal markers, we're lucky that way. Winter, spring, summer, and fall are distinct periods of time (on average) and one more marker is the beginning and end of daylight saving time.

On Sunday, November 5, the clocks turn back one hour to get us back to standard time.

In 2018, Californians voted overwhelmingly to allow daylight saving time to be year-round and not have the "fall back" and "spring forward" time changes each year.

So why do we still have to go through this?

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Within minutes of the story breaking about a snowblower being stolen from the American Legion Post 795 in South Lake Tahoe, the community stepped up to help.

The first call came from Christina Bicker who offered to donate money to a new one, and if the Legion needed more, she'd buy them the snowblower.

Caltrans will have various lane and ramp closures along Interstate 80 (I80) next week as emergency repairs continue in Placer and Nevada counties. The weather forecast is expected to impact work for the week of November 5. As a result, crews are scheduled for mainly minor repairs.

Locations in the map above:

Westbound I80
Location 5, between Boca and Donner Pass Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility, lane closures will be in place around the clock from 7 p.m. Sunday, November 5 through noon Friday, November 10.
Location 4 - No work anticipated this week.

While there is no cure for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, you can take steps to lower your risk for illnesses that harm memory and thinking. The more of these steps you take, the more your mind and body may benefit.

1. Keep Moving
Being physically active keeps blood flowing to the brain. It also reduces the risk for obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. These are all risk factors for dementia.

2. Adjust Your Eating Habits

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Reservations are now being accepted for Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe, the global lifestyle brand’s first lodging location in a ski destination and the only all-suite resort in the Lake Tahoe basin.

Once an Embassy Suites, the newly remodeled hotel will be home to the famous Margaritaville-themed bars, restaurants, and decor. There are five distinct dining concepts, including the lobby’s License to Chill Bar, LandShark Bar & Grill, Joe Merchant’s, Come Monday Café, and JWB Prime Steak and Seafood.