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Whittell High girls win NIAA 1a Track and Field Championship, Robertson wins 3 trophies for boys' team
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/21/2023 - 2:22pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The Whittell High School girls' track and field team has brought back the State Champion trophy from the NIAA 1a State Track Championship in Henderson, Nev. Through 18 events, the young women collected 91 points with first-place finishes in the 4x100 and 4x200 relays and long jump.
Logan Robertson from the boys' team was a one-man show at state, coming home with three first-place finishes in the 800-, 1600-, and 3200-meter runs.
The finals for both women and men at NIAA 1a Friday-Saturday:
Women - 1A - Team Rankings - 18 Events Scored
1- George Whittell HS 91
Meyers OMG Fun Run registration now open
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/21/2023 - 1:54pm
Event Date:
June 4, 2023 - 10:00am
The 7th annual OMG Fun Run will be held on Sunday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the Old Meyers Grade (OMG) in Meyers. Registration is now open for the fun event that raises funds for the Meyers Community Foundation.
Registration is open through June 4 at 8 p.m. Advance registration is $15 for adults and $5 for children (12 and under) and includes a free OMG t-shirt. Kids under 5 attend free (but do not receive a shirt). Registration on the day of the event is $20 for adults and $10 for children and will be held onsite at Old Meyers Grade from 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
City of South Lake Tahoe sales tax report shows increase in 4th quarter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/21/2023 - 7:32am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 4th quarter sales tax report for South Lake Tahoe shows receipts from October-December 2022 were above those of the prior year by 6.3 percent. Excluding reporting adjustments, receipts for the period were up 8.5 percent.
While many areas of the state saw a decline in dollars spent on transportation, the City had a healthy increase, according to its quarterly report from the finance department. The severe weather likely caused the increase in spending on construction materials and supplies sold by outlets in the business-industry group.
USFS beaches and campgrounds start to open around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2023 - 9:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Baldwin Beach and Pope Beach have opened for the season! With the heavy snow around Lake Tahoe melting quickly, staff has been able to get into U.S. Forest Service areas to get them open for the season.
Both Baldwin and Pope are open from 8 a.m.-8 p,m. Season passes are available for $95.00, and the day-use fee is $10.00 a day. Please remember no dogs or charcoal grills are allowed at these beaches. Propane grills are allowed.
Also open:
Nevada Beach
Round Hill Pines Beach Resort
Valhalla Tahoe
Camp Richardson Corral
Nevada Beach Campground
Music in the Park returns to Tahoe Paradise this summer
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2023 - 7:56pm
Event Date:
June 23, 2023 - 5:00pm
MEYERS, Calif. - Music in the Park returns this summer with one concert a month in Tahoe Paradise Park.
The free concerts are hosted by Meyers Mountain Market with help from donations and sponsors. They start at 5 p.m. and end at 8 p.m.
The lineup:
June 23
Bison - Acoustic String Band
July 28
Mescalito - Mountain Rock N' Roll
August 11
Jelly Bread - Desert Twang, Urban Funk & Rock
September 1
Boot Juice - River Rock & Americana
Tahoe Paradise Park is located at 1011 E. San Bernardino Avenue.
Chautauqua performances of James and Agnes Reed and Snowshoe Thompson in Valhalla Boathouse Theatre
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2023 - 4:46pm
Chautauqua performances by David and Gayle Woodruff are taking place over the holiday weekend in the Valhalla Boathouse Theatre at the Tallac Historic Site. Both performances are free.
LTUSD English learner services progress report
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2023 - 4:27pm
Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) English Learner Services is excited to share a progress report on this year’s work in support of students learning English. This work continues as part of our districtwide systems for serving multilingual learners and in response to input from students, staff, families, and our community.
Accomplishments this year include:
Protected time at every districtwide for students to receive targeted instruction developing their academic English; a secondary focus on removing barriers to enrollment in honors and advanced placement work.
South Tahoe High Baseball team ends 2023 season with 2nd place in state, 1st as academic champion
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2023 - 8:49am
UPDATE 4:30 PM: It wasn't the finish they were hoping for, but the South Tahoe High Vikings ended their 2023 season with an impressive second place in the NIAA 3a State Tournament.
The Vikings ended up playing 11 games in the last nine days between the northern regionals and the state tournament. Their opponent in the final game was Pahrump Valley, the number one seed from the south. South Tahoe fell 0-3.
Even though Pahrump Valley won the final, South Tahoe outscored them in two games 8-5. Temperatures have been in the 90s in Henderson, the site of the tournament.
Tahoe Bike Month gets underway June 1, lots of activities for all ages
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/19/2023 - 10:35pm
The rest of the county is currently celebrating National Bike Month, but with the epic winter and snow still remaining on many trails, Tahoe Bike Month will start June 1.
The Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition is planning a full calendar of events and is going for a record number of registrations for Tahoe Bike Month.
Kudos: Vail Resort’s EpicPromise grant supports Bread and Broth
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/19/2023 - 8:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Every year Vail Resort provides funding through their EpicPromise Grant program to non-profit organizations in communities where their ski resorts are located. In addition to awarding funds for the Bread and Broth 4 Kids’ program, Bread & Broth (B&B) also received $3,600 for Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort to share the hosting of 12 Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) sponsorships throughout 2023.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/19/2023 - 7:50pm
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.
May 11 - May 17, 2023
5/11
09:58 CIVIL INCIDENT - Officer initiated activity at Pioneer Trl, South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ADVISED.
NDOT roadwork update for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/19/2023 - 1:56pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) continues projects at Lake Tahoe on SR28 and SR431. Below is their mid-May schedule. The attached map also shows other work for both NDOT and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) this summer. Work on the new traffic light and infiltration basin at Warrior Way/US 50 will be June-October. There will be parking restrictions on the highway for Zephyr Cove.
There will be no Saturday work this week on SR28 or SR431.
Traffic Control on SR 28
Night Work:
Library program: 2022 Wildflower Big Year
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/19/2023 - 8:19am
Event Date:
May 30, 2023 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join Bob Sweatt as he shares rare flowers from his 2022 Wildflower Big Year sponsored by TINS, the Tahoe Institute of Natural Science, at the South Lake Tahoe Library on May 30.
This free event is presented by Friends of the Library.
Lake Tahoe is an area abundant with wildflower species, including many rare and endangered species. Bob's presentation will include many rare as well as uncommon species that you will not normally see on your wildflower walk.
2023 El Dorado County Senior of the Year winners and nominees
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 9:43pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The votes are in for the 2023 Senior of the Year award in El Dorado County. Maureen and Jim Carter, both residents of Placerville, were named as recipients of the award during the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors meeting on May 16. Maureen and Jim were recognized for their exemplary volunteer service and community contributions in El Dorado County. In addition to Maureen and Jim, twelve other seniors from El Dorado County were recognized as nominees for the Senior of the Year award.
South Lake Brewing Company celebrates 6th anniversary
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 9:32pm
Event Date:
May 27, 2023 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Cheers to six years! Come celebrate South Lake Brewing Company's sixth anniversary on Saturday, May 27. The celebration starts at 12 p.m. and continues until 9 p.m. with the release of new anniversary beers, live music by Miki Rae and the Ash Relics Trio, food from Get Rad Pizza, specialty merchandise for sale, and more.
Kids and dogs are always welcome at South Lake Brewing Company, so bring the whole family down for the celebration!
South Tahoe High and Lake Tahoe Community College students honored by South Lake Tahoe Soroptimists
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 6:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) awarded seven South Tahoe High seniors and five Lake Tahoe Community College students during its annual scholarship luncheon on Thursday.
The following students were honored:
South Tahoe High School
Forrest Jones
Jorge Herrara-Uribe
Milo King
Yuliana Rosales Rodriguez
Hailey Rossi
Pasang Sherpa
Parker Truscott
Lake Tahoe Community College
Hannia Medina Acosta
Jenniffer Corado Sifontes
Emarie Howard
Shakti Medina
Kiana Sanchez
1,200 new American flags presented to Happy Homestead Cemetery
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 6:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One thousand two hundred American flags were presented to Happy Homestead Cemetery Thursday by John Keeley and Troy Stromoen of the Rno Vet Center and Dan Browne of the Lake Tahoe Veterans Alliance.
These flags will be used to honor those who have fallen in service to the country, deceased Veterans, and living military veterans.
"The cost of freedom is steep, and all those who answered the call, a new flag will be placed where they now rest," said Dan Browne, president of the Lake Tahoe Veterans Alliance. "All gave some - some gave all."
Column: Preparing for wildfire as a community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 6:09pm
The selection of footwear by the front door says a lot about the change of seasons at Lake Tahoe. Ski boots, trail shoes, and flip-flops may collide in the foyer as Tahoe reluctantly transitions to Spring. While snow piles are still clustered sporadically in the backyard, property owners have already started raking up their yards and clearing pine needles off roofs. As much as we’d like to linger here, it won’t be long before another wildfire season is upon us.
Whittell High School Warriors have high hopes at NIAA 1a State Championships
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 5:34pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The George Whittell High School (GWS) boys and girls track and field teams are well represented at the NIAA 1a State Championships in Henderson Nevada this week. Freshman Logan Robertson earned a triple-gold at the Northern Regionals last week as he swept the top spot in three distance races, as well as a medal in the high jump.
Real Estate Investing: Minimizing Taxes, Maximizing Returns
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 1:54pm
Event Date:
June 7, 2023 - 6:30pm
Sierra Sotheby's International Realty will be hosting, along with their guest speakers, a seminar on Real Estate Investing on June 7 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Untethered, located at 195 Hwy 50 at Round Hill.
Larry Sidney of Palisade Investments will discuss strategies for minimizing the taxes due and having more money to invest when you sell your home or business. Larry is a holistic wealth adviser who works with families and business owners to create the optimal plan for retirement.
Edwin Atwood Winslow ~ March 5, 1958 – May 10, 2023
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 1:40pm
Edwin Atwood Winslow of South Lake Tahoe passed away on May 10, 2023. He was born to Dorothy Jean Cramblett and Edwin Winslow Sr. on March 5, 1958, in Stockton, Calif. He moved to South Lake Tahoe as a young boy and made Lake Tahoe his home for 55 years, making him a docent of Tahoe, where he would take family and friends on tours. He could name every landmark and knew all the special places to take them. He attended Tahoe Valley Elementary School, South Tahoe Middle School, and graduated from South Tahoe High School (STHS) in 1976.
South Lake Tahoe business licenses issued in March and April
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 6:47pm
The following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the months of March and April 2023:
MARCH
3/1
FINITE PLUMBING
MOUNTAIN ORIGINS DESIGN LLC
3/2
PELAYO SERVICES
3/3
CLARKS COMMERCIAL CLEANING
NOMADNESS RENTALS - PROP MGMT
3/6
1169 TATA LN RENTAL PROPERTY
HR BRANDON CURTIS
SIERRA BUSINESS COUNCIL
THE NEAT FREAK
3/7
PRESSURE WASHING LLC
JENNIFER REBECCA AM CONSULTING INC
3/9
852 LAKEVIEW AVE RENTAL
3/13
GERONDAKIS & SONS
3/14
ALDER INN TAHOE
HR KARA SULLIVAN
3/15
CALIFORNIA FIRE SYSTEMS INC
Farmer's Market in South Lake Tahoe and Meyers begin their seasons in June
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 3:59pm
MEYERS, Calif. - The Meyers Mountain Market is opening for the season on Wednesday, June 7. The market is held in Tahoe Paradise Park on the banks of the Upper Truckee River. It is held on Wednesdays until September 13 from 3 p.m.-7:30 p.m., rain or shine.
Vendors offer fresh and locally grown fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs & honey. Fresh-baked goods, flowers, and arts & crafts are also available for purchase. Enjoy dinner at one of the food trucks and eat under the pine trees, on the sandy shore of Lake Baron, or on the beautiful banks of the river.
6th annual Tahoe Brewfest offering special discount in honor of event just 100 days away
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 3:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, calif. - The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe's 6th annual Tahoe Brewfest is just 100 days away! The popular event is held along Ski Run Boulevard on August 26 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
There is a special offer on one day only to celebrate the fact the event is in 100 days - a $5 discount on general admission tickets purchased on May 18 only. Use the promo code "100DAYS." General admission tickets include unlimited sampling from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
There are still some VIP tickets available though they are almost sold out. The VIP ticket includes:
Column: 1960s ~ Barton Memorial Hospital’s groundbreaking and purposeful evolution
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 1:46pm
As we reflect back on Barton’s 60-year history, the 1960s, which encompasses Barton’s grand opening, marks a time of progression and purposeful improvement.
The 1960s were an exciting time at Lake Tahoe. The Lake Tahoe Airport, which opened in 1959, made access easier. And with the 1960 Winter Olympics showcase, tourism began to grow. As the region grew to support its seasonal visitors, and more people relocated to Tahoe, a community hospital became vital.
South Tahoe High Baseball team wins Northern Nevada title, on way to NIAA 3a State Tournament
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 10:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After an amazing display of perseverance, teamwork, and talent on the baseball diamond last week, the South Tahoe High School (STHS) Vikings came from a first-round loss to the loser's bracket to becoming the Northern Nevada 3A Baseball champions.
And now they are looking to bring home a state championship trophy to South Lake Tahoe for the first time.
Kudos: Bread and Broth thanks Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 9:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - “This is our second time this year volunteering at Bread and Broth and we love that we are giving back to our beautiful community,” shared Andrea King, a Realtor at the Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty’s South Lake Tahoe office. Joining Andrea from Sierra Sotheby’s was Ellen Camacho, the office’s managing broker, and Kathy Hyde, the office administrator. This Adopt A Day of Nourishment crew hosted B&B’s Monday Meal at St. Theresa’s Grace Hall on May 1.
Woollystar Music Festival returns for weekend of live music, film, and camping
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 1:24pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Jun 18 2023 .
June 16, 2023 - 12:00pm
Event Date:
June 17, 2023 - 12:00pm
Event Date:
June 18, 2023 - 12:00pm MARKLEEVILLE, Calif. - The Woollystar Music Festival will be held in Markleeville June 16-18, 2023, just 30 miles southeast of South Lake Tahoe. Woollystar Music Festival offers an exceptional natural setting for showcasing an eclectic line-up of music and film for up to 300 people a day. Woollystar is for anyone who appreciates an intimate experience of live music, nature, and camping. With its stunning views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada, Woollystar Ranch provides the perfect setting for a weekend of relaxation, entertainment, and community.
Location
Woollystar Ranch
Carson River Road
United States
See map: Google Maps
Fireworks return to South Lake Tahoe for 4th of July
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 11:37am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Fireworks are returning to South Lake Tahoe on the 4th of July. The popular Lights on the Lake show hosted by the Tahoe Douglas Visitor's Authority will start at 9:45 p.m. The fireworks will be launched off barges on Lake Tahoe near Edgewood Tahoe.
The Attic Thrift Store in South Lake Tahoe to close as Barton Health shifts focus
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 11:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The popular Attic Thrift Store in South Lake Tahoe will be closing in June. Barton Health, the owner of the store, said they will soon have the property up for sale and will be refocusing its structure to better meet the needs of the community.
The Barton Auxiliary opened the thrift store in 1961, and since has raised millions of dollars to support South Lake Tahoe and the hospital through grants, scholarships, equipment, and at the beginning, paying the doctors.
Douglas County school trustees to face off on proposed "Transgender Student Policy"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2023 - 9:56am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - There are two items that are drawing concern on Tuesday's agenda of the Douglas County School District (DCSD) Board of Trustees. One has become contentious and critics say is unnecessary and will be dehumanizing, and the other is a second reading for a new grant policy that prohibits the district from applying for much-needed grants if they involve the teaching of nontraditional pronouns or genders.
Fundraiser started for 18 South Tahoe High track and field athletes heading to state championships
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 9:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Eighteen track and field athletes from South Tahoe High School (STHS) are heading to the 2023 NIAA 3a State Championships May 19-20 at Liberty High School in Henderson, Nev. Giulia Lancellotti, Evelyn Bennett, Lyla Landy, Chloe Waskiewicz, Noosa Higgins, Emily Banks, Arya Saini, Leslie Pulido, Rose Friedrich, Kalea Paine, Eva Moyer-Pirie, Brody Defranco, Evan Habaradas, Ian Lomeli, Levi Hernandez, Ayden Keck, Minh Nguyen, and Tommy Morton will be making the trip. They are coached by Coach Rod Canny III.
Senator Alvarado-Gil announces scholarship opportunities for students in her District 4
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 8:41pm
Current and prospective college students living in Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil's 4th District are eligible to apply for two scholarships - the Women in CA Leadership Foundation’s Minerva Scholarship and the California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation Scholarship.
South Lake Tahoe is in this district.
1. CA Latino Caucus Foundation Scholarship
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 8:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of April 17-April 30, 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 April 17 - April 30, 2023
4/17
01:36 Emergency Hang-up - Occurred at El Nido Motel on Lake Tahoe Blvd. Disposition: CLEAR NO FURTHER.
Supervisor Laine to hold VHR forum for Meeks Bay/Tahoma area residents
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 1:04pm
Event Date:
May 25, 2023 - 5:30pm
El Dorado County District V Supervisor Brooke Laine is hosting a Vacation Home Rental (VHR) public forum for the residents of Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the surrounding area on Thursday, May 25 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Meeks Bay Fire Station located at 8041 Highway 89.
The purpose of this forum is to present to the public the presentation on VHR updates, and to receive questions and comments; it is solely an information-gathering exercise.
LTUSD hosts second Community Conversation meeting for the public
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 9:59am
Event Date:
May 23, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) will be hosting a Community Conversation in response to feedback received during the State of the District and inaugural Community Conservation meeting held on March 15, 2023. There will be a panel discussion and tabletop interaction about the diverse needs of students including enrichment and remedial programs.
Spring cleanup at Soroptimist Stadium in South Lake Tahoe - banner sponsorships available
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 9:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Soroptimist Stadium: Home of Girls Softball at the South Tahoe Middle School got a spring clean on Saturday, May 13 thanks to volunteers from Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) and the help of generous community members. Volunteers cleaned bleachers, swept pathways, raked rodent tracks, removed garbage, and picked up and bagged about 50 bags of pinecones and needles.
Talk Saves Lives, an introduction to suicide prevention
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2023 - 8:55am
Event Date:
May 18, 2023 - 4:00pm
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the community is invited to “Talk Saves Lives - An Introduction to Suicide Prevention” with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). The event, organized by Peace Love Tahoe, will take place on Thursday, May 18 from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Untethered Workspace in Round Hill, Nev.
Talk Saves Lives is a 45-minute presentation describing the scope of the problem of suicide, the risk factors, warning signs, and what we can all do to help prevent it. This is an evidence-based, trademarked program created by the AFSP National team.
Column: Depression screenings as preventative care
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 7:15pm
Our mood is influenced by many factors, including stress, illness, and even the weather. But what's the difference between a bad case of the blues and the mental disorder known as depression? Addressing mental health issues is a high priority for our community, as it is frequently identified as a top-three need in the triannual Community Health Needs Assessment.
Depression affects many adults, adolescents, and children. In 2017, The National Institute of Health found the prevalence of Major Depressive Episodes in the United States to be 7.1% among adults and 13.3% among adolescents.
Full house at Tahoe Learning Haven's first teen job fair
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 4:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Over 130 local students took part in the inaugural Tahoe Learning Haven Job Fair this past week at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Angel of Tahoe building. The teens, ages 14-18 went through stations of filling out applications, learning how to interview, resume building, and obtaining work permits. They then went to visit almost 20 employers who want to build up their summer staffing levels.
The following businesses took part:
Angora Lakes Resort
5 Guys Burger
Camp Richardson
Cuppa Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Langenfeld Ace Hardware
LTCC Connect
Sessions Salon celebrates moms with Princess and Queen day in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 4:06pm
Sessions held its first Princess and Queen (mommy and me) event in honor of Mother's Day on May 12, 2023, at the newly renovated Sessions Salon in South Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Warming temps and chance of rain and thunderstorms by next weekend
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 3:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The weekend is ending with showers and thunderstorms as an area of low pressure and increased moisture came over the region. During the coming week, there will be a steady warmup that will exacerbate snowmelt and cause stream and river rise regionwide. Most areas will be dry for the early part of the week, then shower and thunderstorm chances arrive as early as Thursday afternoon through next weekend.
The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 72. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
Over 300,000 birds migrated over El Dorado County overnight
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 9:29am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - As you slept last night, an estimated 314,900 birds crossed through El Dorado County. At its peak at 1 a.m. Sunday, 170,300 birds were in flight. Since migrating birds regularly fly up to 10,000 feet above the ground, we don't normally see them though the birds overnight were at an average of 3,900 feet.
Seasonal timing and weather conditions dramatically impact their distributions, but this week has had excellent conditions for normal patterns.
Coffee With A Cop in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/14/2023 - 5:01am
Event Date:
May 19, 2023 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Friday, May 19, 2023, members of the California Highway Patrol South Lake Tahoe office, South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Sheriff, and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, have coffee, and build relationships.
All community members are invited to attend. The event goes from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Cuppa Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe. They are located in the Crossing at Tahoe Valley, 2054 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Kudos: Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra thanks the community
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 7:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a successful fundraising season for the women of Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra, all due to the support of the community. They now have over $62,000 to give back to women and children of the South Lake Tahoe area through scholarships, grants, awards, summer book programs, and financial support for nonprofits.
It started with the inaugural Mad Hatter Tea Party at Valhalla on April 30. One hundred guests joined in the fun which included a photo booth, fabulous decorations, costumes, tea, food, mimosas, and a raffle.
Community attends 6th annual Wildfire Safety Expo in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 6:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The community turned out for the 6th annual Wildfire Safety Expo on Saturday at South Tahoe Middle School, hosted by South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR).
Activities and information filled the booths that lined the school's parking lot which was also filled with first responder and agency vehicles.
As wildfire behavior progressively becomes more ferocious, learning how to live in a mountain town is important. This means everyone needs to be extra vigilant with preparedness.
Local artist adds to collection at Welcome Home Shoppe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 5:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local artist Lori Howell Thompson has added three original works of art to the collection carried at Welcome Home Shoppe in South Lake Tahoe.
The three new pieces of art all depict our favorite Tahoe bears and one giclee available.
"Lori is one of our talented local artists and we are blessed to have her," said the store on social media.
Welcome Home Shoppe is located at 2277 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. Their phone number is 530.600.3133. Hours are Thursday-Monday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tahoe Trout Farm in South Lake Tahoe opens for 77th season
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 9:53am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Since 1946, the Tahoe Trout Farm has been providing fishing experiences for both South Lake Tahoe visitors and locals. They open for the 2023 season on Saturday, May 13.
The first delivery of trout arrived this past week. They are normally able to get the gates open before now, but the heavy snowfall put many things in the Sierra behind.
Owners Jim and Jackie Vallier, long-time locals, bought the property in 2012 to make sure its historic fishing spot stayed so more generations could enjoy what is a family tradition to many.
South Lake Tahoe home a total loss after early morning fire
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 9:19am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A early morning fire in South Lake Tahoe destroyed a home on Blue Lake Avenue along Trout Creek. A 4:22 a.m. Saturday, May 13, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) and South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) were called to the home which was unoccupied at the time.
Flames were seen several feet into the sky upon arrival of first responders. Fire personnel were able to keep the damage to the home and the historic Knox Johnson cabin next door appeared to have no damage.
Legacy Day at Donner Memorial State Park
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2023 - 7:16am
Event Date:
June 10, 2023 - 10:00am
TRUCKEE, Calif. – Bring the family for a day of fun in the park. Legacy Day at Donner Memorial State Park, located at 12593 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee, Calif. returns on Saturday, June 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for its second-ever celebration of the land’s legacy, its cultural and natural history, and the people that inhabited the land.
