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Heavy snow expected with quick-moving storm
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 10:42am
More much-needed snow for the Lake Tahoe Basin is on the way, with a cold low pressure system that will move into the region by Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
The strong jet stream and sufficient moisture associated with the system may produce heavy snow at times.
City appoints MaryAnne Brand interim finance director
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 10:06amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The city has announced the appointment of MaryAnne Brand as South Lake Tahoe's interim finance director, replacing Christine Vuletich who resigned to accept a position wi...
China's future leader to visit California
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 9:19amSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Gov. Jerry Brown and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa will welcome the vice president of China to California this week, his last stop on a U.S. tour.The governor's o...
Court hears challenge to CA affirmative action ban
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 9:16amSAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Backers of affirmative action asked a federal appeals court Monday to overturn California's 15-year-old ban on considering race in public college admissions, citing a steep dro...
Grisly discoveries give families hope for closure
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 9:00amSAN FRANCISCO (AP) - The childhood friends killed for the first time less than three months after their high school graduation in 1984. Then they seemingly killed with impunity for the next 15 y...
Column: Some gentlemanly advice this Valentine's Day
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 8:52amK, guys. Just a heads up. Today is Valentine's Day.I know ... "Is that TODAY?"Yep. It's today, but the good news is, it's still today and you still have time. Unless you are reading this tonight .....
Column: Falling in Love All Over Again
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 8:44am
(Editor's note: Today begins a regular feature to South Tahoe Now by South Lake Tahoe-based Certified Wellness Coach and Advanced Integrative Therapist Krista Kline. Visit her website at www.kristaekline.com.)
So here it is. Valentine’s Day. A day of love and romance for some. A dreaded day of heartache and bitterness for others. Some of you may receive cards, flowers, a phone call from a friend, a nice romantic dinner or even a marriage proposal. Some of you will spend the day alone, avoiding the satin heart mayhem and gooey sentimental couples that inevitably come with the traditions of February 14th.
Auditors: Nevada Fire Safe Council should pay back $2.7M
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 7:41amMINDEN, Nev. - A federal auditor is recommending that $2.7 million in recovery act grant funds received by the Nevada Fire Safe Council be paid back, and the council not receive any more grants ...
S. Tahoe budget hole would grow without parking meters
Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 1:59amPredictions are for expensive gasoline in the coming months
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 8:15pmVagina Monologues to Benefit Family Resource Center
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 5:28pm
The goal of this year’s production of The Vagina Monologues is to stop violence against girls and women by bringing awareness to the public. Performances will be Friday and Saturday, February 24 and 25 at 7 pm at the Blue Angel Cafe loft.
Emigrant Trail Challenge with Hope Valley Outdoors
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 2:26pm
We plan on going up the old road (Emigrant Trail) on skis or snowshoes. The tour is about 2 hours. DRESS UP and bring water. Wear your skis, (long boards) snowshoes, or hiking boots... to join our tour, you should leave your wagons at home! Cost is $20 cash (we are off the grid, no cash machines or credit cards)Meet at the Yurt in Hope Valley. Jct of Hwy 88/89 Pickett’s Jct. for more information or maps, see Hope Valley Outdoors website or call (530)721-2015.
Needy business owners may get help sprucing up exteriors
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 2:15pmSnowshoe Cocktail Races at the Beacon
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 2:11pm
You've never had this much fun on the snow! Race around the course with snowshoes and a cocktail on a tray and don't spill a drop! Or just come cheer. Great food & drink specials and prizes! For more information, see the Beacon Bar & Grill website or call (530) 541-0630
Chili Fundraiser for Douglas County TRIAD
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 2:03pm
The Coyote Grill will be hosting a Chili Night fundraiser for the Douglas County TRIAD group from 5pm to 10 pm.
TRIAD is a volunteer service organization combining a cooperative agreement between the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, East Fork Fire and Paramedic District and Douglas County senior citizens, committed to enhancing the quality of life for our senior citizens. for more info see the Douglas Co. Sheriff's website.
Get Fresh & Healthy Workshop: Kid Friendly Foods
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 1:49pm
Lake Tahoe Community College's Community Education series is offering "Get Fresh & Healthy - Food the Kids Will Love Too!" this Thursday from 6 pm to 9 pm at the main campus kitchen. Class participants will explore techniques of cooking with fresh fruits and vegetables in this inclusive hands-on workshop. The participant will learn and take home the recipe of a tasty GET FRESH dish the whole family will enjoy. Registration cost is $38.
Tahoe Pride's Monthly Mixer at Murphy's Irish pub
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 1:32pm
Tahoe Pride's Monthly Mixers fall on the second Tuesday of every month...this month it just happens to be Valentine's Day too! Come and enjoy meeting new folks and seeing familiar faces as well from 6 to 9 pm at Murphy's Irish Pub. For more info and to stay connected see our Facebook Page
Pet lovers barking over California budget proposal
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 1:17pmLOS ANGELES (AP) - Pet advocates are fighting like cats and dogs to stop a deficit-slashing proposal from Gov. Jerry Brown that aims to save $23 million by ending reimbursements to animal shelters ...
In-town public sled hills disappear
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 12:52pmThough it is off the radar, sledding will always have its place as an all-ages family activity. And though there are plenty of places to sled and tube around the city limits of South Lake Tahoe, the last of the remaining free places in town have dried up.
And not for a lack of snow, either. Two sled and tube hill favorites have been removed from the public after recent projects leveled some of the property to make way for expansions.
MaryAnne Brand appointed to South Lake Tahoe interim Finance Director position
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 12:37pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe is pleased to announce the appointment of MaryAnne Brand to serve as Interim Finance Director replacing Christine Vuletich who resigned to accept a position with Douglas County. Ms. Brand’s first day in the position will be February 20, 2012.
League to Save Lake Tahoe drops lawsuit against city's general plan
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 10:13amThe City of South Lake Tahoe and the League to Save Lake Tahoe (League) have entered into a Settlement Agreement in which the League agrees to drop its appeal of their lawsuit against the City regarding the General Plan Update (GPU) and the City agrees not to seek payment for legal fees.
Odds are against a March Miracle saving Sierra snowpack
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 10:00amCity reaches settlement with League over general plan
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 9:27amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe and the League to Save Lake Tahoe have entered into a settlement agreement in which the League agrees to drop its appeal of their lawsuit against the cit...
2 orphaned bear cubs returned to wild near Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 9:08amRENO, Nev. (AP) - A pair of black bears orphaned as cubs last summer in the foothills near Reno have been returned to the wild atop the Sierra Nevada.State wildlife officials shot their mother in J...
Utah bid for 2022 Olympics OK with Denver, Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 9:07amSALT LAKE CITY (AP) - The more the merrier.Organizers exploring the possibility of bringing the Olympics back to Salt Lake City say that's the kind of warm welcome they've received from officials p...
North Lake Tahoe casinos were hard hit in 2011
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 7:35amCARSON CITY, Nev. - State gaming analysts have reason to believe that the average gambler is returning to the slot machine.In 2011, Nevada casinos won 1.5 percent more on slots than in 2010. On the...
Homewood lawsuit: Court rejects request for Shorezone judge
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 7:27amHOMEWOOD, Calif. - A federal judge recently denied a request from local conservation groups that the same judge who ruled on the 2010 Shorezone plan also preside over the lawsuit challenging the mu...
Squaw Valley opens world's first ski-in/ski-out Starbucks
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 7:23amSQUAW VALLEY, Calif. - Today, Squaw Valley is officially opening the world's first ski-in/ski-out Starbucks location. On the mountain at elevation 8,000 feet, Squaw Valley's new mountaintop Starbuc...
Squaw Valley opens world's first ski-in/ski-out Starbucks
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 7:23amSQUAW VALLEY, Calif. - Today, Squaw Valley is officially opening the world's first ski-in/ski-out Starbucks location. On the mountain at elevation 8,000 feet, Squaw Valley's new mountaintop Starbuc...
Carry chains for Monday morning Sierra commute
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 6:45amWith several inches already fallen in the Lake Tahoe Basin, a number of chain controls are required over mountain passes. Chains are required on Highway 50 over Echo Summit and chains or snow tires are required over Spooner to Carson City. Chains and snow tires are required on State Routes 28, 88 and 89 and 207 over Kingsbury Grade.
School open today for South Tahoe area campuses
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 6:31amLake Tahoe Unified School District schools are open today as are Whittell High School and Zephyr Cove Elementary on the Nevada side.
Opinion: Jobs deficit more important than federal deficit
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 2:00am