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New Lakeview Express officially opens at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/09/2022 - 9:36am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe officially cut the ribbon on its new Lakeview Express chairlift on Thursday.
The $7.5M Lakeview zone project was the largest capital improvement project in the resort’s history and changes the way skiers and riders experience the mountain. Lakeview Express caters to low-level and intermediate skiers and snowboarders, and the new Lakeside trail offers expansive views of Lake Tahoe. It is the preferred route to access the popular Around the World trail.
Highway over Monitor Pass joins Ebbetts, Sonora and Tioga passes and closes for winter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/09/2022 - 9:24am
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed State Route 89/Monitor Pass between Route 4 in Alpine County and U.S. 395 in Mono
County for the winter season.
Monitor Pass has been closed since November 28 due to snow, but on Thursday Caltrans extended the closure through the winter season.
Route-4/Ebbetts Pass, Route-108/Sonora Pass, and Route 120/Tioga Pass also are closed for the winter season.
The recent storms, and accumulation of snow, make the seasonal closures necessary for the safety of motorists and Caltrans crews.
Tahoe Paradise Park seeks proposals for 2023 Music in the Park summer series in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/09/2022 - 9:13am
Tahoe Paradise Park, otherwise known as Tahoe Paradise Recreations & Park District (TPRPD) in Meyers is seeking an event vendor to assist with their long-running Friday night music summer series program in 2023 and has published a Request For Proposals (RFP) for interested parties.
TPRPD prefers Music-in-the-Park (MITP) events to have a similar 'look & feel' to past MITP events. For this RFP the Park prefers to work with businesses and contractors located within a one-hour drive of the park site, to further support the economy of our region.
Column: We’re all here for the lake
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/09/2022 - 8:54am
The moment I first crested Echo Summit three decades ago, I was holding my breath like I’d reached the top of the climb of a roller coaster. The expanse of deep blue that spread out before me seemed like a dream, lofted above the earth, and cupped by forested mountains. As Mark Twain put it, I felt I was taking in the air that angels breathe.
Road Beat: 2023 Genesis G90 review - Ultra luxury bargain
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/08/2022 - 11:39pm
The 2023 Genesis G90 3.5T is an ultra-luxury bargain. Relatively, at least.
What is it?
"Ask no questions and you'll be told no lies," says Dickens in Great Expectations. It's not easy to disrupt establishments, especially ones so programmed into their lease cycles of the latest BMW or Mercedes 7 and S-classes. However, ask questions, and you might be surprised at what you might find in the direction of Genesis, a brand that has quickly come to be known for its own great expectations.
Incoming storm upgraded to Winter Storm Warning - possible two feet of snow at lake level
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/08/2022 - 11:04pm
FRIDAY UPDATE 9AM: The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has updated the expected storm totals for Lake Tahoe, but they still expect a major winter storm. The new total at lake level is forecast to be more like 12"-22" though Reno forecasters expect the higher number at this time. It will still be a major winter storm but the upper-level low came down offshore instead of over land and resulted in more push into Mono County, but Tahoe will still be impacted. Things will still fluctuate over the Sierra as the storm begins to enter the region.
Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless working through challenges in getting 3rd property open
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/08/2022 - 9:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - When the State of California awarded the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) $9,576,000 in 2020 to help with their goal of ending homelessness in South Lake Tahoe, it seemed like a great solution for the community. The funds were used to purchase the Red Lodge, El Nido Motel, and Bear's Den motels.
Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra presents check to Mt. Tallac High School
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/08/2022 - 7:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sandy Williams was a Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) member and spent countless hours volunteering in the South Lake Tahoe community, much of that time spent helping at Mt. Tallac High School.
Upon her passing in 2019, Sandy's husband Keith donated all of his art to the SITS club to be used to raise funds for use at Mt. Tallac, the center of Sandy's heart and passion.
City council Tuesday: New city council members seated, new mayor selected and possible garbage rate increase
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/08/2022 - 6:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The three city council members elected by voters in November will take the oath of office on Tuesday, December 13. The City will recognize outgoing City Councilmember Devin Middlebrook for his service to the City of South Lake Tahoe, the last year as its mayor.
Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless seeks community support in keeping people warm this winter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/07/2022 - 8:37pm
As our Tahoe winter settles in with snow and frigid temperatures, most residents retreat to the inside for activities, comforts, and warm beds in a place we call home. Our South Shore community has been able to sleep better knowing that our homeless population has this option as well. This winter season marks the seventh anniversary of the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) providing warm beds to the most vulnerable in our community.
'Tis the Season to learn how to skate
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/07/2022 - 8:17pm
Event Date:
December 10, 2022 - 10:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Ice Arena will be conducting a series of "Learn to Skate" sessions starting Saturday, December 10 at 10:45 a.m. These sessions are geared towards children aged 4 - 10 who would like to learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating.
The first session on the 10th is "FREE" and all other sessions are $10 and pay-as-you-go. The sessions will focus on balance, learning how to fall, getting back up, strides, and fun, fun, fun. All sessions are for children only.
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Winter Storm Watch for Lake Tahoe Friday night to Sunday night: Can you measure in feet?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/07/2022 - 7:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the Lake Tahoe Basin and Truckee from Friday evening to Sunday night.
Heavy snow is possible with total accumulations of 20 to 30 inches, except 2 to 4 feet above 7000 feet with up to 5 feet of snow on the crest possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
The heaviest snowfall rates are anticipated Saturday and Sunday. The combination of heavy snow and wind may bring periods of whiteout conditions.
South Tahoe High grad McCallan Castles heading to play football for Tennessee
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/07/2022 - 6:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Since graduating from South Tahoe High School in 2018, McCallan Castles has been showing the rest of the football world what South Lake Tahoe already knew the athlete could do.
Castles, who has been playing for U.C. Davis Aggies for the past three years, announced Wednesday that he will be playing for the Tennessee Volunteers next fall. He started his collegiate career with the Cal Bears, playing three games for them in 2018. He transferred to UC Davis early in 2019. The psychology major has one year of eligibility to use at Tennessee.
Festival of Winter Lights moved to one night only due to incoming storm
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/07/2022 - 4:42pm
Event Date:
December 9, 2022 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to forecasted inclement weather, the Festival of Winter Lights will be held for one night only on Friday, December 9 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Unfortunately, the Saturday portion has been canceled.
Organizers are disappointed with this change but are still very excited to invite the public out to enjoy the event for one evening. This change will have no impact on the festivities, vendor line-up, or entertainment schedule for Friday night.
Column: Spine Pain: Typical or Terrible?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/07/2022 - 9:12am
Back and neck pain is a common reason people seek medical help or miss work. It can range from mild, dull, annoying pain, to an unexpected, often debilitating episode that can completely disrupt one's life. An estimated 80-100% of adults will have one or many of these events in their life.
Nevada Gaming: South Shore Lake Tahoe casino gaming win up 13%, statewide up 4.83%
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/06/2022 - 10:52pm
Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,280,704,342 for the month of October 2022, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board's monthly report. This amounts to a 4.83 percent increase compared to October 2021, when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,221,749,941. For the fiscal year (July 1, 2022 through October 31, 2022), the gaming win has increased by 3.02 percent.
The "gaming win" represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
New South Lake Tahoe resident arrested on grand theft charges, outstanding warrants
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/06/2022 - 8:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sandeep Kumar, 29, was arrested by the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) on November 17. He is accused of stealing several hundred dollars from his employer.
According to SLTPD Sgt. Russell Liles, Kumar is a new resident of South Lake Tahoe and had worked for the business he allegedly stole from for only a couple of weeks. Upon arrest, it was discovered Kumar had outstanding warrants including one from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Barton Hospital seeing uptick in flu cases and hospitalizations
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/06/2022 - 8:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Hospitalizations due to the flu are spiking across the country, and South Lake Tahoe is no different.
"We continue to see an uptick in respiratory infections including influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other respiratory viruses, with the highest concentration in pediatric populations," said Dr. Tamara McBride, Barton's Director of Hospital Medicine, Antimicrobial Stewardship, and Infection Control.
Happy ending found in Northern Nevada for puppies, mother dog rescued from abusive breeder
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/06/2022 - 4:13pm
The Nevada Humane Society recently assisted in a large-scale rescue effort of nearly 300 abused dogs and puppies in Nye County.
While many rescued dogs were taken to different parts of the country to rehabilitate or be adopted, many found their forever homes in our local region of Northern Nevada.
The dogs in question were Caucasian Shepherds, from a failed breeding facility that turned into a nightmare for the animals involved.
While there are many ethical breeding kennels operating in Nevada, the individuals who owned the hundreds of shepherds were not among them.
Large turnout for South Lake Tahoe Christmas Tree lighting ceremony
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/06/2022 - 4:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 7th annual Heavenly Village Tree Lighting was a huge success with a large crowd attending - organizers estimate thousands witnessed the lighting of the 65-foot tall fir tree.
Organizer and MC for the evening, Dreu Murin, welcomed the crowd to the evening's festivities which included incoming El Dorado County Sheriff Jeff Leikauf, Miss El Dorado County Carson Leikauf, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and South Lake Tahoe Police Department, and of course, Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus.
Tahoe Fund matching donations to Ski Run Community Park up to $100,000
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/06/2022 - 3:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Ski Run Community Park in South Lake Tahoe sits at the base of Heavenly and is in the middle of the Ski Run neighborhood where hundreds of children live.
The ground was broken on the park in May, and plans have been firmed up since then.
Public asked to participate in El Dorado County "Climate Vulnerability Assessment"
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/05/2022 - 11:19pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - From now until January 23, 2023, El Dorado County will conduct the Climate Vulnerability Assessment (CVA) public information survey, a chance for people to participate in the updating of the general plan.
Wylder Hope Valley continues Eastern Sierra History Series with Snowshoe Thompson
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/05/2022 - 10:56pm
Event Date:
December 11, 2022 - 12:00pm
The Eastern Nevada History series at the Wylder Hotel Hope Valley will continue on Sunday, December 11 with a living history presentation of Snowshoe Thompson.
Thompson was known as the Mailman of the Sierra as he carried the mail across the Sierra Nevada winter snows for 20 years. He would travel the 180-mile round trip in just five days on his hand-crafted snow skates (skis) with nothing more than a jacket, dried meat, matches, and his 80-pound bag of mail.
The program starts at 1 p.m., is free, open to the public, and is presented inside the Resort’s heated tent.
Goal of 1,000 pairs of socks during Share, Care, and Give a Pair in Incline Village and Reno
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/05/2022 - 8:32pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – RE/MAX Gold of Reno and Incline Village are hosting the annual sock drive, Share, Care, and Give a Pair, to help Northern Nevada HOPES.
The realtors will be collecting new, unused socks for distribution in the local community this winter for HOPES, who provide affordable, high-quality, medical, behavioral health, and support services for all. Since 1997, Northern Nevada HOPES has been on the front lines of community health, caring for those with the fewest resources and options, many of whom are living in crisis every day.
One more involved in South Lake Tahoe murder sentenced to Life Without Possibility of Parole
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/05/2022 - 7:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In November 2021, a South Lake Tahoe jury of six men, and six women found Tevarez Richard Lopez guilty of murdering Dennis "Spike" Wright, Jr. at the Beverly Lodge in South Lake Tahoe on January 30, 2016.
South Tahoe High hosting “Visit with the Superintendent” on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/05/2022 - 7:29pm
Event Date:
December 6, 2022 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High School is hosting the next "Visit with the Superintendent" on Tuesday, December 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the school's library.
The communitywide meeting with Dr. Todd Cutler is an opportunity for people in the community to connect with the superintendent about current topics, as well as the future of Lake Tahoe Unified School District. Light snacks will be provided.
South Tahoe High is located at 1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe Biltmore site to be developed as Waldorf Astoria Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/05/2022 - 6:52pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Tahoe Biltmore, owned by EKN Development of Southern California, will become the Waldorf Astoria Lake Tahoe according to an announcement of the new brand agreement made by Hilton Hotels on Monday. The new resort is expected to be completed by 2027.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/04/2022 - 9:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Helping to feed Bread & Broth’s (B&B) Monday Meal dinner guests, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino hosted the November 28 Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD).
“Hard Rock fully supports the work Bread & Broth does,” shared Kelly Crossgrove, Hard Rock’s director of human resources. This was the second AAD sponsorship that Hard Rock has participated in this year in addition to donating the rolls and utensils for B&B’s Thanksgiving dinner on November 21.
Lake Tahoe forecast: Winter Storm Warning extended, clearing midweek, then possibility of more snow
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/04/2022 - 4:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The week will end with a brief lull in the snow Sunday afternoon and evening, then the next wave of precipitation enters the region.
A Winter Weather Warning is still in effect until 1 p.m. Monday. Rejuvenated moisture is forecast to arrive late overnight/early Monday morning. Expect conditions to once again degrade from Alpine county northward. After Monday afternoon, precipitation should be more showery in nature, reducing the overall threat, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
UNR receives grant to train aspiring special education leaders
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/04/2022 - 3:19pm
To help counter a decline in special education teachers and leaders in recent years, professors in the University of Nevada, Reno’s College of Education & Human Development will use a U.S. Department of Education grant to train aspiring special education leaders.
Art of Coaching Apprenticeship in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/04/2022 - 2:39pmEvent Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Mar 26 2023 .
March 25, 2023 (All day)
March 26, 2023 (All day)
The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™ will be held at PT Revolution in South Lake Tahoe March 25-26, 2023. This is a highly interactive two-day experience that helps today’s coaches, leaders and educators gain the skills needed to adapt to and lead in a changing world. Here is a preview video of the event and attached is an informational flier.
Avalanche Awareness series continues in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/04/2022 - 2:27pm
Event Date:
December 9, 2022 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - PT Revolution is hosting the second of a two-part series on avalanche awareness in the Sierra on Friday, December 9 at 6 p.m.
This event will feature interactive stations from PT Revolution, Sierra Avalanche Center, Blackbird Mountain Guides, Tahoe Sports LTD, Black Diamond, and more.
Stations will include feature pro tips to minimize injury risk, the SAC Daily Flow, Plan Your Adventure situations, and avalanche problems.
Win an avalanche beacon, Hypervolt Go 2, and more avalanche gear in the raffle that benefits the Sierra Avalanche Center.
El Dorado County Health & Human Services helps families grow healthy through WIC-supported programs
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/04/2022 - 2:00pm
Finding nutritious food on a limited budget can be a challenge. The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is a federally funded nutrition program administered by the California Department of Public Health that serves pregnant women, women who have recently been pregnant, infants, and children up to their fifth birthday.
South Lake Tahoe Cancer League 44th annual See's Candy fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/03/2022 - 11:42pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Fri Dec 23 2022 .
December 4, 2022 - 11:00am
December 5, 2022 - 11:00am
December 6, 2022 - 11:00am
December 7, 2022 - 11:00am
December 8, 2022 - 11:00am
December 9, 2022 - 11:00am
December 10, 2022 - 11:00am
December 11, 2022 - 11:00am
December 12, 2022 - 11:00am
December 13, 2022 - 11:00am
December 14, 2022 - 11:00am
December 15, 2022 - 11:00am
December 16, 2022 - 11:00am
December 17, 2022 - 11:00am
December 18, 2022 - 11:00am
December 19, 2022 - 11:00am
December 20, 2022 - 11:00am
December 21, 2022 - 11:00am
December 22, 2022 - 11:00am
December 23, 2022 - 11:00am
There will be no sales on Saturday and Sunday/ Dec. 10/11 due to the weather
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The South Lake Tahoe Cancer League is holding its 44th annual See's Candy Sale Fundraiser at the American Legion Post 795 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily through December 23, or until supplies are gone.
The Cancer League provides transportation for cancer patients from the South Shore to their chemotherapy appointments as well as providing cash grants for struggling patients.
Stop by and stock up on your holiday See's Candy. Cash or check only.
Breakfast for Dinner fundraiser at Ernie's Coffee Shop in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/03/2022 - 11:36pm
Event Date:
December 7, 2022 - 4:30pm
The Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation is holding its annual Breakfast for Dinner on Wednesday, December 7 at Ernie's Coffee Shop in South Lake Tahoe.
Arrive to eat between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. and you can even wear your jammies! The event closes at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for a full dinner (French toast, choice of sausage or bacon, and a beverage) or $10 for a half portion (1/2 portion: French toast, choice of meat (sausage or bacon), and a beverage). Buy tickets HERE.
Calling all elves to help at the South Lake Tahoe Children's Memorial Tree
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/03/2022 - 8:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's that time of year again when Santa's elves visit South Lake Tahoe and decorate the area around the Children's Memorial Tree in time for Christmas.
The elves need some help this year, so if you would like to get into the spirit and help them decorate, head to the tree on Monday, December 5 at 11 a.m.
They will be putting up the Christmas Tree and other decorations, so feel free to bring along an ornament too!
Prescribed burn operations around Lake Tahoe set to resume Monday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/03/2022 - 6:47pm
LAKE 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. Kingsbury Piles - 15 acres, Planned Ignition: 12/05/22
2. Van Sickle Park Piles - 20 acres, Planned Ignition: 11/28/2022
Get your home or office added to the 2022 Trail of Lights in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/03/2022 - 9:41am
The weather outside is frightful, but the holiday lights are so delightful, and since love to let them show...let it glow, let it glow, let it glow.
Show off your holiday spirit by including your home or your business on the 2022 Tahoe Trail of Lights. You can enter your address to be featured on the community map for free.
List your address and your theme by Monday, December 12 to be included on the map.
The Sacramento Horror Film Festival - 16th Edition
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/03/2022 - 4:05am
Event Date:
January 21, 2023 - 1:00pm Celebrate 16 years of independent horror in Sacramento! Saturday, January 21st, 2023, witness a carefully curated assortment of short films from across the globe as well as an array of horror inspired performances by the area's finest performance artists. Your festival pass gets you access to a full day of horror. Hosted by Bloody Bethy, The 16th Edition of the Sacramento Horror Film Festival also features a special program, The 9th Annual Love Horror Short Film Festival. Purchase your pass in advance and save on an increased fee at the door.
Location
Colonial Theatre
3522 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95820
United States
See map: Google Maps
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office call log for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/02/2022 - 11:26pm
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.
November 24-30, 2022
11/24
11:40 VERBAL DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred on Black Bart Ave, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ASSISTED.
Santa arrives at Tahoe Cedars in Tahoma on Saturday night
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/02/2022 - 11:00pm
Event Date:
December 3, 2022 - 6:00pm
TAHOMA, Calif. - The community is invited to join in the holiday fun on Saturday, December 3 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Marie Sluchak Park in Tahoma for the Holiday Gala.
Santa will arrive in a sled disguised as a fire truck, complete with sirens and lights! Santa's helper, Ed Miller, will be the Master of Ceremonies for the evening.
The park is located at 225 Pine Street, Tahoma.
The event is hosted by the Tahoe Cedars Property Owners Association. They will be holding a tree raffle - tickets are $1.
Celebrate the holidays safely
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/02/2022 - 9:46pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Winter has arrived in the Lake Tahoe Basin along with the holiday season. Local fire districts and their partners would like to take this opportunity to remind residents and visitors to celebrate safely.
Decorating for the holidays is a tradition in homes all over the world but be sure to decorate safely. According to the National Fire Protection Association, almost one-third of home Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical problems and more than two of every five decoration fires happen because decorations are placed too close to a heat source.
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 - 6:33pm
Richard (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 - 6:02pm
EL 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 - 9:53am
The 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 - 5:55pm
SOUTH 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 - 3:58pm
SOUTH 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 - 3:27pm
SOUTH 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 - 10:34am
LAKE 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.
