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NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.

The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed broadband into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.

Utility work with one-way traffic control is scheduled along SR-28 at the following locations and times:

Pickleball is a great low-impact sport — fun and easy to learn for all ages. It has been the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. for the past two years. A cross between ping pong and tennis, pickleball is played on a court that can be indoors or outdoors, and tennis courts across the country are being converted to meet the growing demand.

Tahoe Beach Club, nestled on the east shore of Lake Tahoe, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the community and environment. The final numbers are in from this year's Alpenglow Celebration, raising $50,690 with a significant portion earmarked for a cause close to the club's heart: Clean Up The Lake, a nonprofit that's diving deep—literally—into Lake Tahoe to uncover and remove submerged litter.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Mechanical hazard tree removal will begin this week in the Caldor Fire Area off Pioneer Trail near South Lake Tahoe, and on Echo Summit this fall. The purpose of the Tahoe Basin Caldor Hazard Tree Fuels Reduction Project is to reduce excess vegetation (fuels) associated with remaining hazard trees and to stabilize and revegetate priority areas disturbed by fire suppression and initial hazard tree removal activities.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sessions Salon will be holding a grand unveiling party of its new expansion on Saturday, September 14 at 3 p.m. Established in 1986, the salon has now expanded offering spa services, tanning, and more! Owner Kelly Escobedo and her team of stylists and estheticians are inviting the public to join in the fun. There will be drinks, food, giveaways, special offers, and more will be taking place in the salon that is now an almost 2,000 sq. ft. lake view beauty and wellness destination.

The community of South Lake Tahoe lost a wonderful teacher and friend in Beverly "Bev" Etter, who passed away on March 10, 2024. Bev was a longtime member of Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church.

Bev was a full-time teacher for 32 years, teaching in Weaverville, Corning, Chico, and South Lake Tahoe. Upon retirement, her passion for teaching brought her back and she substitute taught for an additional 22 years in South Lake Tahoe. In the total of 54 years, Bev taught, loved, and made a difference in the lives of over ten thousand children.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With no candidates coming forward for the November election of a trustee for Area 1, the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) Board of Education is seeking interested persons who would like to be appointed. Trustee Larry Reilly did not seek reelection to the Area 1 seat.

The position to be filled is a four-year term ending December 14, 2028.

Due to the vacancy on the Board of Education due to a "failure to elect," LTUSD Board of Education will appoint someone. Applications will be accepted until Friday, October 4 at 5 p.m.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe extends its deepest condolences to those impacted by the Davis Fire in the Reno area. South Lake Tahoe residents and business owners experienced the challenges of evacuation during the Caldor wildfire threat in 2021 and many found accommodations and services in surrounding communities. In response to the ongoing fire, the City of South Lake Tahoe is collaborating with partners to do the same for those displaced.

Enjoy history through a series of presentations and Chautauquas by local historians and authors, David and Gayle Woodruff.

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Thousands of different types of scams are currently listed on the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) website, from romance and elder scams to those involving sextortion and phishing. A current scam is currently making its rounds around Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area, and the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) and Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) are both warning the public to not be a new victim.

Carson Valley Trails Association (CVTA) has announced the first-ever 5k trail run on Saturday, October 19. Called "Run the Valley," this inaugural event is designed to be fun for beginners and more advanced runners alike. There will also be a free 2k family fun run.

This event allows everyone to experience a trail run in a friendly, non-competitive environment.

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 26 - September 1, 2024

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08:09 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES REPORT - Occurred on Thunderbird Dr, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ASSISTED.

TRUCKEE, Calif. - Stephanie Nistler, the first employee hired by the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) in 2004, is now celebrating 20 years of life-saving work as the organization's CEO. Nistler's journey began with just one year of volunteering and fundraising before she was brought on board, marking the start of two decades dedicated to animal welfare in the Truckee-Tahoe area.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - An elder scam investigation conducted by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office Street Enforcement Team (DCSET) has led to an arrest. On September 9, 2024, the DCSET identified a suspect who was part of a group that used threats to intimidate the victim into giving them approximately $68,000.

DCSET made contact with one of the suspects who drove to the victim's residence to pick up more money. DCSET was able to arrest Minglong Chen for Conspiracy, Extortion, and Exploitation of the elderly/vulnerable person.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Davis Fire, burning above Washoe Valley, has burned 5596 acres as of Tuesday morning. The containment line remains at zero percent. 423 personnel are currently working on the fire.

There is a Red Flag Warning in the fire area through Wednesday evening. Fire crews will continue to work on perimeter control today, especially in areas of high fire activity.

All evacuations remain in place, and areas under evacuation orders are closed to the public. Due to fire activity, there are no public escorts into the evacuated areas at this time.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Help support the South Tahoe Football Club (STFC) Team Impact's trip to Spain in November. This group of dedicated 15-16-year-old boys have been playing competitive soccer for most of their lives. They're ready to take their skills to the next level with an incredible opportunity in Madrid and Valencia, Spain in November 2024.

In Spain they will:
Train like a pro
Tour and play at professional stadiums
Attend professional matches
Play competitive friendly matches

6:30PM UPDATE: The Davis Fire is now measured at 5,000 acres, still with no containment. There are currently 12 helicopters assigned to the fire with 10 dozers, 58 engines, 15 crews, and 600 personnel. A community briefing is scheduled for Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Depoali Middle School in Reno.

WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. - The Davis Fire burning in the mountains above the Washoe Valley continues to cause problems with evacuation warnings still in place from Davis Park to Arrowcreek.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With all the stories, opinion pieces, and comments at the grocery store concerning Measure N, how do you start to weed out the facts about the divisive measure on the November ballot?

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) forest thinning projects are underway and scheduled to continue for the next several weeks, conditions and weather permitting. Some projects are expected to continue through the fall. For project details, including land ownership, lead agency, start date, and expected duration, view the Forest Thinning Projects Map at Tahoe Living With Fire which highlights current and upcoming projects.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Learning Haven is hosting a forum about teens' choices and responsibilities as they move into adulthood. With many experts to hear from, learn about all your choices after high school - college, trade school, the armed forces, or the workforce. Hear from a local attorney about the responsibilities of adulthood in this free event.

The public is invited to Adulting 101: Responsibilities and Choices after High School on Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.

The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed broadband into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.

Utility work with one-way traffic control is scheduled along SR-28 at the following locations and times:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Breezy winds and dry conditions will maintain elevated to critical fire weather conditions around Lake Tahoe and through the Sierra Front through midweek. Enhanced winds and increased chances of showers are expected Wednesday with cooler temperatures late this week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. There is even a chance for upper-elevation snow.

Anticipate tranquil weather to end the week with temperatures warming back towards seasonal averages by the weekend.

Forecast for South Lake Tahoe from NWS Reno:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is holding a fundraiser at CoWork Tahoe on Thursday, September 12 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join them for "It's OK to Feel the Blues' which will feature live music by Blue Funk, Blue Dog Pizza, Italian Sodas, and Blue Sweets. The suggested donation so $20 for adults and $5 for kids.

Tickets can be purchased at https://give.classy.org/itsoktofeeltheblues-tahoe.

CoWork Tahoe is located at 3079 Harrison Ave., South Lake Tahoe, Calif.

I’ve lived in South Lake Tahoe my whole life. I got my first job in a local restaurant at 14. Through hard work, more than 40 hours per week for many years, I managed to make a living. My husband and I built a life here with two children and a granddaughter. We saved up and bought a home 32 years ago.

We were shocked to read about the Vacancy Tax. It’s supposed to target second homeowners but actually says every single homeowner in the city will have to sign under penalty of perjury that they live in their home 183 days, each year. If we don’t, we’ll be fined $6,000!