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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a cooler weekend, temperatures will start a gradual warming trend this week, with them back above average by mid-week. Smoke from the Park Fire will continue to impact portions of northeast California and western Nevada through the week, mostly north of Lake Tahoe.

The potential for thunderstorms returns late this week and into the weekend. Beyond that, things are looking warm for South Lake Tahoe (see map above).

The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Meet Tessie, the mascot for the new Tahoe Knight Monsters hockey team at the South Lake Tahoe Grocery Outlet on Monday, July 29 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Christmas Cheer will be on site selling $10 bags of much-needed grocery items. The public can either pay $10 for the bag or donate $5 and receive a couple for $5 off of a future visit

100 percent of donated proceeds go directly back into the community.

Grocery Outlet is located at 2358 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.

ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - Alpine County is partnering with Eastern Sierra Sustainable Recreation Partnership (ESSRP) for a "Camp Like a Pro" initiative and video. This innovative program is designed to promote responsible and sustainable camping practices in the region, ensuring that our beautiful natural landscapes are preserved for future generations.

"Camp Like a Pro" aims to educate campers on best practices for minimizing their environmental impact while enjoying the great outdoors.

Fifty percent of premature deaths in the United States are linked to lifestyle-related behavioral risk factors such as smoking, poor nutrition, and sedentary habits. This underscores the crucial need for interventions that target lifestyle choices to prevent and manage chronic diseases effectively. As a result, lifestyle medicine has emerged as an important innovation in healthcare.

The public is invited to the 2024 Waší∙šiw ɁitdéɁ Festival at Meeks Bay Resort this weekend, July 27-28. Join the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California for two days of activities during the Indigenous Culture and Arts Festival.

Festivities begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday July 27 and 9:30 a.m. on Sunday 7/28. The indigenous performers are scheduled every hour throughout each day.
There are more than 30 craft, information, and food vendors. There will also be a basketweaving competition, cultural activities, and raffles

I’m gonna say it up front: “Deadpool & Wolverine” is definitely for the fans! If you loved the first two “Deadpool” movies this one will surpass it. Its star, Ryan Reynolds (back again as Wade Wilson) also co-wrote the script and co-produced it taking jabs at everybody in the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) that, let’s be honest had gone stale and watered down from an overload of superheroes.

CARSON CITY, Nev. - The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is working on two unrelated cases concerning missing elderly men. One hasn't been seen since July 8, and the other has not been seen since 2017.

Barry Stephenson – Carson City Sheriff’s Office Case 2024-4153

On Saturday, August 3, 2024, the Al Tahoe FirewiseUSA Community will host their annual neighborhood “Yard Clean-Up and Chipping Day” and “Meet and Greet” event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 768 Los Angeles Ave., South Lake Tahoe.

This activity is the result of the many community partnerships developed by Al Tahoe Firewise over the past years. The organizations helping to make this day possible include The City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, South Tahoe Refuse, California Conservation Corps, and Tahoe Resource Conservation District.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is not every day that a group of coworkers gets together for a week-long celebration and their boss is leading the party, and honoring them for a job well done.

That is what this week has been for the El Dorado County Probation Department on both sides of the county during Probation Services Week. Officially, it is Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week which is recognized across the county. This is celebrated annually to recognize the work of community corrections professionals.

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Warren Elliott went missing Friday afternoon after going for a walk after doing trail rehab work ahead of the Jeep Jamboree along the Rubicon 4x4 trail. Since then, up to 100 searchers a day from 10 agencies from across the state have been looking for the 70-year-old man.

It was long-awaited news at 8 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, when the Placer County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) received a 911 text from someone stating they were with a missing person at Hell Hole Reservoir. It was quickly confirmed they were with Warren.

The Olympic Games start on Friday, and South Lake Tahoe viewers with Spectrum can watch on different channels after a new agreement the carrier made with NBCUniversal. The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are scheduled for July 26-August 11 in Paris, France.

Spectrum video subscribers will have access to NBCU’s extensive coverage of Olympic programming, including live competition sessions (which start with team competitions on July 24), on-demand, and featuring more hours of Olympic programming on the NBC broadcast network than any previous Games.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is an amazing place to live, and one of the most admirable qualities of this community is our eagerness to come together in times of crisis. In recent years, through the pandemic and Caldor Fire, we have witnessed the power of our community spirit. Our community steps up when things get tough, it is just what we do.

Oh, boy – this summer is hot! Why not make the best of it with a super easy and yummy dessert? This satisfying watermelon sorbet is a frosty dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Easy to make and delicious to eat, this is a great treat on hot summer days and makes a satisfying alternative to other frozen desserts.

Easy Watermelon Sorbet

Just two ingredients make this watermelon sorbet – no ice cream maker required. An easy and healthy treat that everyone will love – vegan, paleo, dairy-free, gluten-free, and sweetener-free!

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The sun is out, the snow has melted, and now is the time to get out and enjoy summer on your National Forest lands! The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) along with partners at Heavenly Mountain Resort, invites the public to Hike with a Ranger beginning Friday, July 26, 2024. Hikes take place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the top of the Heavenly Gondola. The guided hikes last approximately one hour and will continue every weekend through September 29, weather permitting.

TAHOE CITY, Calif. - Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) turned Lake Tahoe pink this weekend at the 20th annual Skate the Lake presented by LivOn Labs. 185 participants joined the nonprofit in the push for prevention, raising nearly $70,000 for B4BC’s education, prevention, and survivorship programs while supporting their mission of a healthy, active lifestyle, and early detection as the best means of breast cancer prevention.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) has announced a new board chairperson, Joseph Herold of Zephyr Cove, Nev. Joe is a retired human resources executive who worked in the energy and semiconductor industries. He also worked as an organization and leadership development consultant for several clients, including The Venice Family Clinic, a non-profit medical center serving the homeless and underserved communities in west Los Angeles.

As you crest over the summit and cast your eyes on Lake Tahoe, you’ll immediately understand why it’s so celebrated. That it’s the crowning jewel of the Sierra. Why Mark Twain said, it’s “where the angels breathe.” Known as the “Lake of the Sky.” And yet Tahoe isn’t just stunning looks but rather the complete package. An outdoor playground for every activity imaginable – hiking, mountain biking, beach-going, and even skiing in the winter.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Carnelian Bay West Beach and Patton Landing Beach will both remain closed after a sewer line break near Carnelian Bay dumped untreated sewage into Lake Tahoe on Thursday, July 18.

A private contractor struck the North Tahoe Public Utility District’s (NTPUD) main sewer export pipeline, resulting in 125,000 gallons of untreated sewage being discharged, 85,000 of those gallons ending up in the lake.

TAHOMA, Calif. - A 53-year-old man from Hayward, Calif. died Monday afternoon after becoming pinned between two vehicles in the 7000 block of Lake Blvd., Tahoma.

On July 22, 2024, at approximately 12:53 p.m., California Highway Patrol officers from South Lake Tahoe were dispatched to a strip mall parking lot where they found a victim crushed between a truck tractor and trailer combination and a Ford F450.

When it comes to the world of electronic music festivals, Paul Reder is a name that stands out. The mastermind behind Bass Camp Festival, Reder has shaped the landscape of music events in Reno and Lake Tahoe and left an indelible mark on the community and its culture. As we approach the much-anticipated Bass Camp Festival VII, set for July 27-28, it’s a perfect time to delve into the story of the man who makes it all happen.

Dear Citizens, This is my third letter this year to you, the citizens of South Lake Tahoe. The statement and opinions in this letter are mine alone as your elected representative and are not the official opinion of the city council.

MONDAY UPDATE: - A man who had been reported missing on Sunday afternoon in Topaz Lake was found deceased on Monday morning. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 9:45 a.m., Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Marine units and dive team, along with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, located and recovered 51-year-old Rodney Mitchell of Reno, Nev.

Although drowning is believed to be the cause of death, the decedent was taken to the Washoe County Medical Examiner’s office for a definitive cause of death.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What started as a dream in 1984 became reality in 1991 when the Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Demonstration Garden held its grand opening after a year of construction. Designed with the collaboration of several agencies, groups, and individuals, the garden was created on seven acres to showcase attractive native and adapted plants while using conservation techniques to address water quality concerns. Several gazebos and sitting areas were added with tree and plant descriptions along a pathway that meandered through the displays.

6:10PM UPDATE: No lanes are currently blocked according to CHP, "all lanes opened."

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A mudslide about 100 feet wide and three inches deep has crossed over US50 west of Strawberry. Along with the mud, branches, and other debris also in the slide.

As of 4:45 p.m., Caltrans is sending equipment to clear the mud from Placerville with an estimated time of their arrival in one hour.

Caltrans signage is warning people to not go through the mud and traffic is backing up.