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Winter Authors Faire canceled
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/02/2022 - 9:14pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Winter Authors Faire, scheduled for Saturday, December 3, has been canceled. Friends of the Library are respecting the Winter Storm Watch that starts on Saturday and wants to keep their authors and patrons safe. They hope to host a similar event in the summer. Better weather then!
Richard Kenneth Hertzog ~ December 9,1949 - November 4, 2022
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/02/2022 - 6:33pmRichard (Rick) Kenneth Hertzog passed peacefully at Barton Hospital in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. on Friday, November 4, 2022. He was 72 years old. He was surrounded by his wife Cindy, nieces Julia Ryan and Kathy Partida, and nephew Reuben Partida. His sister-in-law Dianne Ford, niece Sherri Newmyer, and nephew Daniel Maslyar had been with Rick since Thursday morning when he had been admitted to Barton Hospital. Rick’s brother Bruce Hertzog was en route when Rick passed. So many friends, neighbors, coworkers, and acquaintances came to pay their respects and say goodbye.
Final election results for El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/02/2022 - 6:02pmEL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Registrar of Voters of El Dorado County, Bill O'Neill, has certified the 2022 election. As a county, 89,823 voters of the 138,537 registered voters turned out, or 64.84 percent. In South Lake Tahoe, 45.55 percent of the registered voters turned in ballots.
The final results for the South Shore:
El Dorado County Supervisor District V - 14,347 / 26,635 53.75% of registered voters
BROOKE LAINE - 7,346 58.32%
KENNY CURTZWILER - 5,180 41.13%
WRITE IN - 69 0.55%
Vote for neither - 1,752
Column: Partnering to reduce wildfire risk in the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/02/2022 - 9:53amThe Caldor Fire was a reminder to our community that wildfires have and will continue to threaten the Lake Tahoe Basin. Since then, the California Tahoe Conservancy has received over four times the usual number of calls and emails about our open space lots. Most people contacting us have questions about wildfire risk and dead or dying trees.
New Winter Storm Watch issued for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/01/2022 - 5:55pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Sierras have not yet said "goodbye" to the latest storm, but the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the Lake Tahoe Basin for Saturday from 4 a.m. to Monday at 4 a.m.
With the new storm, heavy snow is possible with additional snow accumulations of 8 to 18 inches, except above 7000 feet where 1 to 3 feet are possible.
Winds and snow creating havoc on Lake Tahoe roads Thursday, especially I80
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/01/2022 - 3:58pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Interstate 80 crossing the Sierra Nevada is closed at this hour after visibility concerns rose with high winds and blowing snow.
Shortly before closing, CalTrans urged drivers to not travel on I-80 in the Sierra today unless they absolutely must. No ETO on reopening.
Chain controls on US50 start at Pollock Pines from the west, and Clear Creek River above Carson City from the east.
Watch conditions on SR88 as CalTrans will be doing avalanche control through the duration of the storm.
For up-to-the-minute reports on Nevada and California roads:
Prescribed fire operations overnight concern some Lake Tahoe residents
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/01/2022 - 3:27pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A prescribed fire operation above Fallen Leaf Lake on the Anogra Ridge caused some concern from area residents Wednesday evenings. Flames and images on heat maps were seen, prompting phone calls to fire officials.
The U.S. Forest Service was working on a planned fire, igniting 40 acres of piles primarily on the north side of Angora Ridge.
Holiday Tree Lane to raise funds for local nonprofits in South Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/01/2022 - 10:34amLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Give back to a local nonprofit and get a chance to win a pre-decorated tree with Holiday Tree Lane. This year’s “parade of trees” includes twelve trees, each uniquely decorated by a local business and dedicated to raising funds for a cause.
The community is invited to view the trees and enter the raffle now through December 16 by going to bit.ly/HolidayTreeLane. Tickets start at $5 per entry, $20 for five entries, and $100 for 25 entries. 100 percent of the proceeds go to nonprofit organizations. The trees are also available to view at each business location.
South Tahoe High Teddy Bear Lunch tickets available
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/01/2022 - 9:38amEvent Date:
December 3, 2022 - 1:00pm
Join in on the holiday fun at the Teddy Bear Lunch on Saturday, December 3 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Only 50 tickets are being sold, so seating is limited.
Teddy Bear Lunch Menu:
Hummus
tzatziki
Pita bread/Chips
Hot Artichoke and Spinach Dip
Marinated/Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Falafel
Greek Salad
Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Apple Cake
You can buy your ticket at South Tahoe High School office. Adults $20,
Kids 10 and under are $10, and 2 and under are free. Catering is by South Tahoe High School Culinary Classes.
Holiday pop-up sale - Window on Tahoe Photography
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/01/2022 - 9:31amEvent Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Dec 03 2022 .
December 2, 2022 (All day)
December 3, 2022 (All day)
Join the South Lake Tahoe business, Window on Tahoe Photography, at their Holiday Pop-Up sale on December 2 and 3 at 2363 James Ave., #B. Shop a beautiful assortment of photos both gallery-quality prints and on printed totes, all while sipping on hot chocolate or cider.
Local pricing on all items.
The dates and times:
Friday, December 2 - 5 p.m to 7 p.m
Saturday, December 3 - 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Venmo, cash, and credit cards will be accepted.
Kudos: Bally's Lake Tahoe sponsors Bread and Broth Adopt A Day
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/30/2022 - 6:45pmEvery Monday, Bread & Broths offers a hot, full-course meal at St. Theresa’s Grace Hall to any individual, family, or group that comes between 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. All are welcome to enjoy the evening’s free dinner.
Kudos: South Tahoe High Booster Club thanks community for bench, table and quad project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/30/2022 - 4:20pmDuring the season of giving and being thankful, we thought an update of all of our amazing donations in dollars and hours was important to write about!
Barton Health Hospice hosts “Light Up a Life” to honor those loved and lost
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/30/2022 - 2:57pmEvent Date:
December 15, 2022 - 6:00pm
Barton Health Hospice is hosting “Light Up a Life,” a remembrance event, on Thursday, December 15 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Edgewood Tahoe. Open to all community members, this non-denominational ceremony provides the opportunity to gather in honor of those whom we have loved and lost.
Tahoe Blue Vodka earns naming rights to new Lake Tahoe event center
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/30/2022 - 1:59pmLAKE TAHOE, Nev. - For ten years the Tahoe Douglas and Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authorities have been working on getting a special events center built on the South Shore. During those same ten years, Matt Levitt worked on creating a local vodka company with one employee and 400 cases produced a year to this year's 65,000 cases of vodka sold.
Now the two efforts have combined and Tahoe Blue Vodka was given the naming rights to the new event center in a multi-year deal.
With rise in snowblower thefts, two important steps help police get stolen items returned
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/30/2022 - 12:46pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - – Since the snow began to fall, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) has seen an increase in snowblower thefts around the community. SLTPD urges local residents to secure their snowblowers when not in use and to keep track of their blower's serial number, make, and model.
Storing inside the garage is always the best option, but if kept outside, make sure it is tethered and locked to your home to prevent easy theft.
Holiday discount tickets for the 2023 American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/29/2022 - 9:37pmLooking for that unique holiday gift for loved ones and would appreciate the gift at a discount? While the early bird gets the worm, fans of the American Century Championship receive a 30 percent holiday discount on Weeklong Grounds Badges when purchased from December 5 through 25, 2022 (link HERE starts Dec. 5).
The 34th annual celebrity golf tournament at Lake Tahoe will be held July 12 – 16, 2023 at Edgewood Tahoe.
Caltrans warns motorists of significant winter storms heading to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/29/2022 - 7:22pmCaltrans is alerting motorists of successive winter storms expected by the National Weather Service (NWS) that will impact travel in the Sacramento Valley and the Sierra Nevada starting Wednesday night.
Rain and strong winds will move into the Sacramento Valley beginning Wednesday night into Thursday, making travel challenging. A total of 3 to 4 inches of rain is expected for the Sacramento Valley between Wednesday night and Sunday night. Winds will be gusting up to 30 mph.
Prescribed fire operations continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/29/2022 - 5:29pmLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) will resume prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin, conditions and weather permitting. California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy, Nevada Division of Forestry, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will be burning piles in numerous locations. Smoke will be present.
1. Spooner Pile Burn - 20 acres, Planned Ignition: 0900 Hours 11/29 - 12/02/2022
2. Kingsbury Piles - 15 acres, Planned Ignition: 11/28/2022
Attorney known for ADA lawsuits against small businesses in California pleads guilty
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/29/2022 - 1:53pmA Sacramento attorney and filer of thousands of disability discrimination lawsuits pleaded guilty today to filing a false tax return on which he underreported the income he earned from many of those lawsuits.
8th annual Tahoe Film Fest
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/29/2022 - 8:54amThe 8th annual Tahoe Film Fest can be enjoyed December 1-4 at different theaters and even at an outdoor ice rink. This is a welcome addition to the cultural atmosphere in one of the most spectacular places to visit. All proceeds will benefit UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC).
TERC: Changing Snowpack, Hazards, and Backcountry Safety
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/29/2022 - 8:38amEvent Date:
December 14, 2022 - 5:30pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Join UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, for an evening in-person presentation by Andrew Schwartz of the Central Sierra Snow Lab.
South Tahoe Futbol Club holding World Cup Viewing Party at Lake Tahoe AleworX
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/29/2022 - 6:30amJoin the South Tahoe Futbol Club at Lake Tahoe AleworX at the Y on Saturday, December 3 for a World Cup Viewing Party. Enjoy viewing all day long! A percentage of all proceeds on dine-in and take-out food and beverage to support the club.
The top two teams from each group (sixteen in total) will advance to the knockout stage to compete in a single-elimination style tournament known as the Round of 16. Two groups face off Saturday at 10 a.m. ET (1S vs 2B), with another two at 2 p.m. ET (1C, 2D).
Tickets on sale for popular Breakfast With Santa
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2022 - 6:33pmEvent Date:
Repeats every week until Sat Dec 24 2022 .
December 3, 2022 - 8:00am
December 10, 2022 - 8:00am
December 17, 2022 - 8:00am
December 24, 2022 - 8:00am
Enjoy Breakfast With Santa during Heavenly Holidays on Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10, 17, and 24 at Fire and Ice Restaurant in the Heavenly Village. Join the jolly guy from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Kids are $15, and Adults are $20. Online reservations only: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-with-santa-fire-ice-tickets-426968623647
Seeing is believing! Bring the whole family to see Santa, take photos, and
enjoy one of the heartiest breakfasts the village has to offer!
Access to Santa & Mrs. Claus is included with the purchase of an interactive breakfast.
Wylder Hope Valley history series continues with Chautauqua presentation about Donner Party
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2022 - 5:49pmEvent Date:
December 4, 2022 - 1:00pm
Wylder Resort Hope Valley continues its Eastern Sierra history series with a Chautauqua-style presentation, “Those that Survived” on Sunday, December 4 at 1 p.m. Local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff take on the characters of Donner Party survivors, James and Margret Reed as they recount the gripping tale, of the courageous and heroic efforts of themselves and others, who saved the lives of 45 destitute soles.
26th annual Parade of Lights in Douglas County on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2022 - 4:43pmEvent Date:
December 3, 2022 - 5:00pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Join your family and friends, grab your blankets and chairs to watch the floats, marching bands, color guard, and of course, their special Guest from the North Pole, as they make their way along Highway 395 from Eddy Street to Minden Park. The Grand Marshal this year is Kurt Hildebrand.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind the public about the road closures which will occur prior to the Parade of Lights start time on Saturday, December 3, 2022.
Roads will close at approximately 4:30 p.m. and the parade begins at 5:00 p.m.
Winter Storm Watch for Lake Tahoe Wednesday-Friday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2022 - 2:59pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A quick-moving storm has prompted the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno to issue a Winter Storm Watch for the Greater Lake Tahoe Basin for Wednesday night at 10 p.m. through Friday morning at 10 a.m.
Heavy snow is possible. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 10 inches at lake level, 10 to 16 inches possible above that, and 14 to 26 inches above 7000 feet possible, highest along the Sierra crest. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph in valley locations with gusts above 100 mph along the Sierra crest.
Opinion: It's still okay to visit Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2022 - 9:13amA recent Fodor travel guide story suggested those with plans to visit Lake Tahoe should reconsider due to persistent traffic and the impact it has on lake clarity. While we agree there’s more to be done to take care of this special place, there are efforts already underway, and certainly better ways to achieve the same goal than by just saying “don’t go.”
Another South Lake Tahoe neighborhood becomes Firewise USA® site
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2022 - 8:20amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Every year, devastating wildfires burn across the United States. At the same time, a growing number of people are living where wildfires are a real risk. Those living in the Lake Tahoe Basin know all too well what can happen when a fire starts in the area like the Angora Fire or enters the Basin like the Caldor Fire.
More and more residents are reducing the wildfire risks by becoming a Firewise USA® site.
Lift Literature and The Marcella Foundation to bring BookMode to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/27/2022 - 9:31pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a new partnership between Lift Literature and The Marcella Foundation that will be bringing "BookMode" to South Lake Tahoe - all because of two South Tahoe High graduates.
You probably haven’t heard of BookMode or The Marcella Foundation yet because they are both new:
The Marcella Foundation: The Marcella Foundation was founded by South Tahoe High alumni Sean Fannan, Co-Founder of Chartboost. He recently started the foundation to give back to the South Lake Tahoe community.
Kudos: Thank you El Dorado County Department of Transportation
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/27/2022 - 8:59pmI don't normally write the Kudos in South Tahoe Now, I leave that to the public, but I wanted to take time to highlight action by the El Dorado County Department of Transportation (DOT).
I have lived off Black Bart Avenue since 1983, and have seen many things change from a stop light on Pioneer Trail, the addition of a 25-mph zone, and the addition of new homes. During this time the road has also become a main cut-through for drivers going from lake Tahoe Blvd. to Pioneer Trail.
Advent Adventure at Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/27/2022 - 8:12pmEvent Date:
December 4, 2022 - 2:00pm
A fun experience while waiting for Christmas! Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church welcomes the community for fun, singing, crafts, and Christmas munchies!
When: Sunday, December 4, 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Who: All kids K-6th grades
Where: Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church, 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Register at (530) 544-3757 or tahoepreschurchevents@gmail.com.
More info at www.tahoepres.org.
Windy start and snowy end to the week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/27/2022 - 8:02pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a quiet holiday weekend, a few storms are on track to bring back colder temperatures, periods of windy conditions, and the
potential for snow in the Sierra and western Nevada in the week ahead.
To start things off, there is a Lake Wind Advisory for Monday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Winds will be from the southwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. Waves are expected of 2 to 4 feet. mall boats, kayaks, and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Carson Valley Medical Center community benefit tops $560,000 in 2021
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/26/2022 - 7:58pmDOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Investing in the local community is all part of the plan for Carson Valley Medical Center (CVMC) and last year was no exception with $562,305 worth of services and sponsorships provided. Health and wellness services including health fairs, free or low-cost screenings, youth sports physicals, and support groups make up the majority of the community benefit number.
El Dorado County Sheriff's call log for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/26/2022 - 7:46pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that 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.
November 17-23, 2022
11/17
01:13 SUSP VEH STOP - Officer initiated activity at Uhaul, Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: CHECKS CLEAR.
The Road Beat: 2023 Genesis GV70 2.5T knocks my socks off
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/26/2022 - 7:18pmThis Genesis GV70 blows the socks off me even in the cheaper 2.5T specification - The standard for attainable luxury.
What is it?
New Comstock Express lift opens at Northstar California
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/25/2022 - 9:32pmFriday was the official grand opening of the new Comstock Express lift at Northstar California! They celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
The new lift is a huge milestone for us as they enter their 50th anniversary season. The Comstock Express lift has been upgraded from a four-person chair to a high-speed six-person lift, which is designed to reduce wait times at one of the mountain’s most popular lifts and will increase uphill capacity by nearly 50 percent.
The new Comstock lift will be the third lift to have this alignment at Northstar.
Column: Health Through the Holidays
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/25/2022 - 7:55pmhis winter could bring the spread of a trio of viruses—another COVID-19 wave, an early and harsh flu season, and the spread of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). These viruses result in coughs, runny noses, and sore throats, and can occasionally turn serious for infants and older adults.
Through the holidays, many of us will return to pre-pandemic activities like social gatherings where viruses are likely to spread, so it’s important to understand that the immune system needs to be recharged, and how to give it a kick-start.
Vodka and Latkes returns in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/25/2022 - 3:59pmEvent Date:
December 21, 2022 - 6:00pm
Vodka and Latkes is back! After a three-year hiatus, Vodka & Latkes returns to Temple Bat Yam on Wednesday, December 21 from 6-9 p.m.
Mark your calendars and plan to join in on a great evening and sample latkes, Tahoe Blue Vodka cocktails, appetizers, and other small bites. Dreidel spinning and raffle prizes to win will be part of the festive celebration of Hanukkah.
This event is open to the entire Lake Tahoe community, so invite your friends and family to our fundraising celebration.
Lake Valley Fire Protection District to adopt new Fire Code
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/25/2022 - 3:19pmEvent Date:
December 8, 2022 - 5:00pm
Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) has posted a notice of intent to adopt the 2022 Fire Code Ordinance.
LVFPD will hold its first public hearing at 5 p.m. on Thursday, December 8 at it Station 7 at 2211 Keetak Street, Meyers.
The hearing is being held regarding the adoption of the 2022 Fire Code Ordinance pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 13869 and 13869.7. Copies of the code section referred to and any secondary code sections referred to, adopted by reference, are on file with the Secretary of the District and are open to public inspection.
Shops at Heavenly Village Turkey Drive breaks records
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/25/2022 - 3:12pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Shops at Heavenly Village Turkey Drive for 2022 has already passed previous years in the collection of close to 600 turkeys to date, according to organizers.
This is the third year the shops have collected turkeys for Phoenix Pantry and Christmas Cheer.
With the support of the Heavenly Village and its partners, over 300 turkeys were delivered in 2020, and over 500 in 2021.
Foods safety: The best Ingredient for Thanksgiving leftovers
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/24/2022 - 11:40pmNow that the Thanksgiving dinners are over, what are you doing with the leftovers?
These are some of the questions you might ask yourself as you start planning the day after the feast and want to avoid food waste. Don’t stress! You can keep your loved ones safe and enjoy leftovers by following these food safety steps:
The ultimate winter road trip safety guide
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/24/2022 - 11:28pmHeading to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra this winter? Road trips in the winter are great — you can travel to some thrilling locations and have a fantastic winter experience. You might indulge in winter sports, such as skiing and snowboarding, ice skating, and curling. Perhaps you enjoy cozy winter holidays in snowy mountain cabins. Winter conditions are hazardous, so you need to be prepared to deal with anything that can go wrong. Snow and ice make it harder for you to slow your car down. Your car may lose traction on hills, or while starting from a complete stop.
Lake Tahoe Visitor Authority marketing workshop
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/24/2022 - 11:15pmEvent Date:
November 30, 2022 - 3:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Visitor Authority is hosting a workshop/listening session in its board room on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, from 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Topic: LISTENING SESSION #4
Special Topic: LTVA Marketing (Part 1)
Session facilitated by Carl Ribaudo, Strategic Marketing Group
Note: A quorum of the following Boards may be present at this
workshop:
● Lake Tahoe Visitor Authority
● South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District
● Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority
Location: LTVA Board Room, 169 US-50, Stateline, NV
Soroptimist South Lake Tahoe holding annual Holiday Auction
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/24/2022 - 6:59pmEvent Date:
December 14, 2022 - 11:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) at the annual Holiday Auction on Wednesday, December 14 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Bally's Lake Tahoe. Doors open at 11 a.m.
Spread joy, enjoy the season and a delicious buffet with wine, and help raise much-needed funds that will benefit the women and children of the South Shore community with scholarships, awards, and special projects.
There will be a raffle, a silent auction, and a live auction.
Thanksgiving weekend temperatures to be in the 50s in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/24/2022 - 2:41pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If a fan of ski weather, the holiday weekend is turning out to be a bit of turkey, but there is a chance of what you're looking for late Sunday into Monday. Those driving over the Sierra after the holiday should check the weather and road conditions but it looks like all will be clear through Sunday.
Man arrested after getting stolen vehicle stuck in snow at Lake Tahoe, calls 9-1-1
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/23/2022 - 9:40pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 34-year-old man allegedly stole a car outside of the area, then brought it to Lake Tahoe only to get stuck in the snow. He then called 9-1-1 on himself.
Angelo Valdez brought the vehicle to the South Shore and ended up on Nicoleno Road in the Spring Creek Tract. At approximately 9 a.m. on Friday, November 18, he called emergency dispatch. Due to the suspicious nature of the call, deputies from the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responded. Upon arrival, they found Valdez seated in the vehicle and would not get out.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Christmas Engine schedule
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/23/2022 - 5:30amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue has announced the schedule for its decorated Christmas Engine. They will be starting the anticipated seasonal visit through local streets beginning Saturday, December 10. The decorated engine will be leaving the station each night at 5 p.m. barring any weather issues or emergencies.
People can also see the engine on Dec 9 and 10 at the Festival of Winter Lights at the Recreation Center/Museum Complex.
Saturday - 12/10
Al Tahoe Blvd and Al Tahoe neighborhood
Sunday - 12/11
Sierra Blvd neighborhoods
Monday - 12/12
Sentence of "life without parole" handed down almost 7 years after South Lake Tahoe murder
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/23/2022 - 5:30amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dion Jermaine Vaccaro heard his fate in El Dorado County Superior Court in South Lake Tahoe on Friday, November 18, 2022. He was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole for 1st-degree murder and the court imposed another 25 years to life because the jury found that he has used a gun to commit the murder. The court also imposed three years for robbery, and two years for witness intimidation.
Lake Valley Fire Christmas Engine schedule
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/23/2022 - 5:15amThe longstanding tradition of a decorated fire truck in South Lake Tahoe and Meyers continues again in 2022. Here is the Lake Valley Fire Protection District's holiday engine neighborhood schedule.
The truck runs December 11-23.
December 11 – Echo View Estates, Tahoe Mountain Road, Mule Deer Circle
December 12 – Lake Tahoe Blvd from Boulder Mountain Drive to Grizzly Mountain Drive
December 13 – West side of North Upper Truckee from Zuni Street Highway 50, Chiapa Drive
December 14 – East side of North Upper Truckee from Grizzly Mountain to West San Bernardino Ave.
SLTPD receives $65,000 grant for improving traffic safety
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/22/2022 - 5:35pmThe safety of everyone traveling is the focus of a grant awarded to the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) with efforts to reduce deaths and injuries on South Lake Tahoe roads and to improve traffic analysis, reporting, and data collection.
SLTPD sought out the grant to combat recognized traffic issues within the city, including DUI, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle enforcement.
The one-year grant is for the 2023 federal fiscal year, which runs from Oct. 1, 2022, to Sept. 30, 2023.
The grant will fund a variety of traffic safety programs, including: