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Unexpectedly leaving this earthly planet on December 31, 2021, Bob Cook’s life was, and is, the definition of service to others. Born in Southern California on November 22, 1948, Bob moved to Zephyr Cove, Nev. in 1971 after serving honorably in the U.S. Army in the late 60s/early 70s during
the Vietnam War with the 82nd “Hell Cats” as a Door-Gunner for his brother Jeff, among other duties.

Bob earned a degree in Fire Science and worked for the Tahoe-Douglas Fire Department where he became a Firefighter/Bomb Squad Technician. Bob later worked for UPS until his retirement in 2002.

Dear District V Residents: I am running to serve as your local County Supervisor.

As a lifelong El Dorado County resident, I have years of experience in both the public and private sectors. Together we have survived fighting COVID and fires. We have supported one another in our communities making them a purposeful place to live, work, and play.

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Tahoe Expedition Academy (TEA) is taking students on an adventure of the mind this summer. TEA is hosting a Summer Math Enrichment Program (aka “Math Camp”) for students entering grades 5-9 in the 2022-2023 school year. Sessions are two weeks each from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day, Monday through Thursday. Students can attend one, two, or all three sessions.

Thanks to a generous grant from the Martis Camp Foundation, several scholarships are available. For more information and to apply for a scholarship, visit: www.tahoeexpeditionacademy.org/summer-math-enrichment-program

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Equipment is being moved into the neighborhood and powerline corridor near Montgomery Estates in preparation for a mechanical whole tree thinning operation that will start this week. Work is scheduled to begin in Montreal Units 6, 26, and 1006 (see map above) at the end of High Meadows Trail off of Pioneer Trail in South Lake Tahoe.

The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is partnering with Great Basin Institute on this project

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The State Route 89 Corridor Management plan was completed in 2020 after a 2-year process that engaged key stakeholders, land managers, and the public. The plan outlines a vision and a set of goals that address everything from traffic congestion to public access to environmental protections along State Route 89.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A tribute to the men and women who have lost their lives while serving the United States in the military was held on Memorial Day in South Lake Tahoe.

Commander Tom Millham led the tribute, his first public duty since taking over the helm at the Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe.

Paradise Park’s annual ‘Return to Paradise’ event returns this Saturday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the park’s location, 1011 E. San Bernardino Avenue in Meyers.

Attendance at the event is free for all. Event highlights include a children’s treasure hunt, food trucks, beer vending from Divided Sky, and live music from Blueberry Jam and Trey Stone.

SOUTH 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.

Report for May 19 - May 25, 2022

5/19

08:48 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES REPORT - Occurred at Bel Aire Cir/Elks Club Dr, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ASSISTED.

As a lifetime resident of El Dorado County, I’ve seen my share of City Council members and County Supervisors. Some were excellent leaders and others struggled to live up to the task of taking what the citizens wanted and turning it into public policy. Others faded in times of crisis.

We have four people running for County Supervisor this time. The one I know best and am voting for is Tamara Wallace because she has proven, not just promised, that she can do those important two things.

Imagine the scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe with its clear blue waters surrounded by towering majestic snow-capped peaks. Imagine being able to ride a bicycle around its 72-mile shoreline or a 100-mile century ride.

The South Lake Tahoe Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) sponsors girls interested in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to attend a week-long residential camp on the campus of UC Davis.

Interested girls are nominated by their 7th-grade science or math teachers, then fill out an application, write an essay, and are then interviewed for a chance to be awarded one of the up to three local sponsorships.

Ninety-four girls from Northern California participate in core classes, workshops, presentations, and special field trips on campus.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember U.S. military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. It also marks the unofficial start of summer. The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has provided the following helpful links and safety tips to ensure a safe Memorial Day weekend at Lake Tahoe.

Get ready to paddle 72-miles of pure liquid fun with the official Lake Tahoe Water Trail Map & Access Guide from Sierra Business Council.

This essential paddle guide pinpoints 37 public launch and landing sites, 20 Trailheads with signage, restrooms, and parking, Day Trip Maps, camping, mapped paddle routes, water safety, and all the tools you need for planning a safe and fun adventure.

Proceeds from your purchase support the non-profit Sierra Business Council to develop and promote paddler stewardship, safety, and public access to educational programs and materials.

On Saturday, May 28 at 3 p.m., Wylder Resort Hope Valley continues its Eastern Sierra history series with a 50-minute slide show, “Going for the Gold-Lake Tahoe and the Olympics.”

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – To help ease some of the traffic congestion on SR28, Sand Harbor will start opening at 7 a.m. beginning May 27. Visitors are advised to arrive at or after opening time. There is limited space to wait for the park to open and vehicles parked on the shoulder or blocking the highway may receive a citation.

During high visitation periods, the park gates will close when the park capacity is reached. The closure can last several hours, and the park will reopen by 5 p.m.

My first reaction after watching, “Top Gun: Maverick” was simple: this is the first major blockbuster movie to kick off the summer season. I was a little dubious though at first having a sequel decades later after the original. I mean, wow. Was someone running low on money and needed a quick cash flow? All cynicism was put to rest the moment Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone” blasted into the theater! This flick stands on its own but I highly recommend seeing the original.

I am writing to endorse Brooke Laine for El Dorado County Board of Supervisors, District 5. I’ve known Brooke both personally and professionally for many years. I’ve worked with her on projects and issues and have seen her leadership firsthand. She’s not only the best choice to represent District 5, she’s the wise choice.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe is just around the corner, and a list of some of the celebrities participating at the July 6-10 tournament has just been released.

Ready to see National Football League (NFL) players Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs, Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills, and Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers?

Or perhaps your interest is in music? Ready to watch Justin Timberlake or Jake Owen, country music singer/songwriter?

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The face of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) for well over a decade is stepping down. An emotional Joanne S. Marchetta spoke to the TRPA governing board during its meeting Wednesday, telling them a hearing impairment has led to her decision to leave the position of executive director at the end of June.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a week of warm days, the weather will change just in time for the Memorial Day Weekend at South Lake Tahoe. The weekend will be breezy and cooler, and the weather will be unsettled.

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for Thursday, May 26 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. This advisory covers Lake Tahoe, Donner Lake, Fallen Leaf Lake, and Prosser and Boca reservoirs.

Winds will be from the southwest, 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph are expected. There should be waves of 2 to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community College was recently recognized as one of the 2022 Excellence in Placement Honorees by the Campaign for College Opportunity. This honor recognizes LTCC’s efforts around ensuring that more Latino/a/x and Black college students can access, are supported through, and complete transfer-level English and math in their first year of college.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) Board of Directors adopted new water and sewer rates and approved no connection fees for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) at the Board Meeting on Thursday, May 19, 2022.

After two years of zero rate increases, the STPUD Board adopted new rates to fund the water and sewer pipeline replacement program and keep up with increasing construction costs. These rates will go into effect on July 1, 2022.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Friends of the Library in South Lake Tahoe have two book sales, an author talk with book signing, and an adventure interactive talk. All are scheduled for the South Lake Tahoe Library on Rufus Allen Boulevard.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and Great Basin Institute are seeking volunteers to support operation and stewardship efforts at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center summer.

Volunteer duties include monitoring trail activity and repairing trails, providing visitor information, conducting educational presentations, and helping to manage impacts to the environment at Taylor Creek.