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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe Parks & Recreation Department is bringing holiday fun to the community when they host the inaugural Pumpkin Patch Splash on Sunday, October 13. This is a unique and festive event where kids pick their pumpkins straight from the pool! After choosing your pumpkin, the kids will head over to the Decoration Station to create their own masterpiece.

Activities Include:
Floating Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Bowling
Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe
Halloween Goody Bags for All Participants!

Ticket Prices:

My husband and I moved to South Lake Tahoe about five years ago from Denver, Colo., for an employment opportunity in town. The rise in the cost of living was immediately apparent and I, like many others, started to pick up part-time side jobs (in addition to my full-time job). My husband is a local electrician and also picks up extra work on the side when he can.

"Sentenced" is a gripping documentary narrated by four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry that confronts one of the most urgent issues facing our society— childhood illiteracy. This powerful film is part of the Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Fest. It will feature a screening of the movie on October 6 at 12:45 p.m.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) has made some updates to its routes that will make getting around Lake Tahoe more convenient for the South Lake Tahoe community and visitors. Starting this week, Route 50 has increased its frequency and will now run every 30 minutes, ensuring more flexibility and easier connections for everyone. The bus remains free to ride.

Key highlights of the new schedule:
- First departure from the Y at 6:20 a.m.
- Last departure from Stateline at 8:50 p.m.
- Three additional loops daily between the Y and Stateline

Before considerable scientific research by Western Nevada College Professor of Geosciences Dr. Winnie Kortemeier, it was understood that Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America, was created during the Pleistocene era, also known as the Ice Age, roughly 10,000 to 2.6 million years ago.

Through her radiometric dating of rocks and examining the basalt that has interacted with the water of Lake Tahoe, Dr. Kortemeier has determined that the lake is 2.3 million years old.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Association of Realtors YPN group is hosting its annual Pet Adoption Day on Friday, September 20 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at South Lake Brewing Co.

Find your new faithful companion. If this isn't the right now for you to adopt a "fur-ever" friend, you are welcome to stop by, grab a beer, network with your peers, and support Pet Network to help ensure pets in our region find wonderful homes.

South Lake Brewing Co. is located at 1920 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – This 9th annual fun-filled cruise, A Liar’s Cruise, is back! On Saturday, October 5, attendees will cruise down the West Shore on the Tahoe Gal at 952 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City. Onboard are spellbinding storytellers, free-flowing fine wine by Highway 12 Winery (no-host bar available), and endless appetizers sponsored by Raley’s. Attendees must decide if they believe the storytellers are telling the truth or not; hence, a liar’s cruise! The evening ends with a lively live auction of unique treasures and experiences. The boat departs sharply at 4 p.m.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A unique non-partisan event combining gourmet cuisine and local politics is set to take place on October 5, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at a private residence in midtown South Lake Tahoe. All community members are warmly invited to attend, regardless of political affiliation.

"Fine Candidates and Finer Food" will showcase culinary creations from two acclaimed local chefs who are also running for public office: Keith Roberts, City Council candidate and renowned chef, and Seth Dallob, STPUD Board candidate and proprietor of Tahoe Persian Kitchen.

TAHOE CITY, Calif. - The inaugural Tahoe Literary Festival is on Oct. 11 and 12 at venues in Tahoe City. Author and naturalist Obi Kaufmann is the keynote. Kaufmann will speak on Oct. 12 as part of the tour for his newest book, “The State of Fire, Why California Burns,” to be released in September.

South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District will hold its next Board of Directors Meeting at Forest Suites Resort (Tallac Room) at 1:00 pm, Thursday Sept 26, 2024.

Call to Order
Roll Call
Introduction of Guests and Staff
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting (Attachment)
Approval of Agenda
Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items, 5-Minute Limit)

AGENDA

Discussion/Possible Action
Treasurer’s Report
Review of Current Financial Position

Discussion: Re-Visit on TID Bi-Law Changes

Discussion: Creation of Event Taskforce

Revisit: Selection of TID Seats (2) on LTVA Board

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The rollout of the new three-cart trash system is well underway in South Lake Tahoe, with the carts now making their way into the El Dorado county portion of the South Shore. As with anything new, things have been confusing for some, drawing numerous complaints from others, with most ready to try out the new way of disposing of garbage, green waste, and recyclables.

LAKE TAHOE, Calif/Nev. - A new Lake Tahoe Regional Evacuation Plan has been developed through a collaboration between Lake Tahoe fire chiefs, law enforcement agencies, and emergency management personnel. The plan was created using a diverse team of experts from two states and five counties, using experiences gained during past major wildfires.

The 185-page document is a "living document" intended to provide the public with critical information related to evacuations and will be updated periodically.

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) has arrested a suspect for causing the Crozier Fire that ignited in El Dorado County on August 6, 2024.

On September 16, EDSO arrested Jason Robinette, 48, of Placerville, on a warrant issued by CAL FIRE Law Enforcement. The arrest was made following an investigation into the Crozier Fire.

Robinette was arrested in Placerville and booked into the El Dorado County Jail on charges of arson and starting the Crozier Fire, ultimately burning 1,960 acres in El Dorado County.

Bail has been set at $250,000.

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – When the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) passed its 2018 Shoreline Plan, the process of the cleanup of illegal buoys and moorings began. The Plan capped the number of piers and boat moorings, along with other shoreline activities such as commercial operations such as boat charters.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Carson Valley Health has announced the addition of a dedicated cardiology team to the CVH Cardiology Clinic and Cardiac Catheterization Lab in Gardnerville.

Along with board-certified cardiologists, Carson Valley Health has a state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization laboratory, or cath lab, as part of the imaging services offered at the newly expanded hospital.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Library has rescheduled magician Brian Scott, and he'll be back in town on Saturday, September 28 at 2 p.m.

Brian is a magician who combines magic, comedy, and pure fun. Bring the whole family for this outdoor performance!

The library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd, South Lake Tahoe.

This show is sponsored by the South Lake Tahoe Optimists Club.

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - When the residents of Tahoma want to find out why firetrucks with sirens running are in their neighborhood, they call Ed Miller, the unofficial "Mayor of Tahoma." No matter the time of day or night, they called. And since he stays connected to all the goings-on in the Tahoma area of El Dorado County, they ask for his input on all sorts of topics.

Together with the Tahoe Resource Conservation District, the League invites volunteers of all ages to remove invasive terrestrial weeds from South Shore bike paths, so they don’t disrupt the native ecosystem.

The event will start at Tahoe Paradise Park in Meyers and continue along the bike path. We encourage volunteers to bring their bikes to cover more ground.

After the event, volunteers can enjoy Music in the Park, a free summer concert series that will be the perfect way to unwind and celebrate our collective efforts.

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11:30AM UPDATE: The Minden-Tahoe Airport is open with one runway available.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - East Fork Fire Protection and Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) responded Monday morning to the area south of Johnson Lane near Heybourne Road for a report of an airplane crash.

DCSO is reporting that the two aircraft collided in the air around 9:47 a.m. on September 16. One of those aircraft were able to make a landing at the airport, while the other crashed into a field off Highway 395 near Johnson Lane.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Are you ready to hear the words "storm systems" or do you want to hang onto summer a little longer? Well, in the next ten days, both sides will have the forecast they want from rain and upper elevation snow to start the week ahead, moving back into the 70s to wrap the week up.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Chamber invites the public to a moderated panel discussion with the candidates for the South Lake Tahoe City Council on Thursday, October 3 at the Landing Resort and Spa.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the event goes from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. To join in via Zoome, visit .https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zFZRgpYQTdeddmMDouJjqQ.

Hear from the candidates running for City Council. This in-person event is your chance to learn about the candidates' vision for the community so you can make an informed decision on election day.

On October 19th and 20th, 2024, the dreadful Sinister Halloween Con will once again haunt the hallowed Scottish Rite Center in Sacramento, California!

Attendees will have the opportunity to see live demonstrations by special effects artists, panels with film and special effects industry icons from both the local and national levels, live pumpkin carving, and over one hundred merchants selling scary goods.

Meet fellow enthusiasts, enjoy exclusive panels, and even meet some of your favorite horror stars. Don’t miss out on the spine-tingling fun!

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for the Lake Tahoe area for Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This includes the greater Lake Tahoe area including South Lake Tahoe, Markleeville, Truckee, Glenbrook, Stateline, Tahoe City, and Incline Village.

Winds will be from the southwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph and waves 1 to 3 feet.

Small boats, kayaks, and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing.

The South Lake Tahoe forecast for the next two days:

WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. - Firefighters on the Davis Fire had another successful day working on increasing containment along the Davis Creek Road area and Joy Lake area. The hard work of firefighters has allowed the fire containment to increase over the last few days steadily, and it is now at 76 percent. With increased winds today, interior burning may occur in pockets of unburned fuel and the public could see isolated areas of smoke over the next few days.