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Tahoe Art League holding new logo contest
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/10/2022 - 11:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Art League is updating its logo and holding a contest to get the community involved.
They are seeking modern, original designs that represent the thriving art scene in South Lake Tahoe.
Anyone can submit an entry. The prize is $500 cash plus free membership. To find out more about the Tahoe Art League, visit their new website: talart.org.
For questions or to submit, please email info@talart.org. Designs are due Friday, April 1, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.
CHP works to keep SR88 safe as vehicles park illegally when heading to Kirkwood
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/10/2022 - 10:44am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The slopes around Lake Tahoe have been full this ski season, especially with Sierra-at-Tahoe closed due to extensive damage from the Caldor Fire. with crowded slopes come crowded parking lots, and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is addressing those parking illegally on SR88 near Kirkwood.
On Saturday, March 5, officers from the CHP South Lake Tahoe Office found several cars parked illegally - cars over the white line and in the lane of travel in a notoriously dangerous area called "icebox" due to the icy conditions.
Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra award local women and girls in the community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/10/2022 - 9:32am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) held a virtual awards ceremony Thursday to celebrate the winners of its annual GIVE, Ruby, and Live Your Dream awards.
March is Women’s History Month, which celebrates women’s contributions to history, culture, and society. Each year the club holds its awards celebration as close to International Women’s Day, March 8, as possible. March also marked the club’s anniversary, and this year marks 45 years since the club was formed.
Lake Wind Advisory and cooler temperatures Thursday, warming again for weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/10/2022 - 12:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An inside slider-type system will bring snow showers, gusty northerly winds, and a brief period of colder temperatures through Thursday. A Lake Wind Advisory is in place from 4:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday, March 10.
Expect northerly wind gusts between 25 and 40 mph at times for valleys on Thursday, with gusts over exposed ridges along the Sierra crest up to 100 mph. Hazardous boating conditions, aviation, and ski impacts, and concerns for high-profile vehicles will continue through Thursday.
City working with Sunray Hotel ownership to have numerous code violations fixed
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 10:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Police, fire, code enforcement, building inspectors, and housing staff spent the afternoon Tuesday at the Sunray Hotel in South Lake Tahoe after a meeting had been set up by the City to address numerous complaints at the property with the owner.
While they were there, smoke was detected in a room and the fire department responded to extinguish a fire in one of the rooms.
COVID-19 daily cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 6:35pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There have been 13 new cases of COVID-19 and one new death recorded since yesterday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,562. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive.
There are now 6.4 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county.
There is an interactive dashboard for the county with extra details here: See HERE.
Pollock Pines, Camino, Kyburz - 1423 cases - +0
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office daily log
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 6:11pm
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 February 17 - March 2, 2022
2/17
12:58 LOST PROPERTY - Occurred on South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: REPORT TAKEN.
Douglas County commissioners seek requests for ARPA Funding
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 2:10pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Based on direction from the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), Douglas County will be utilizing the remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to replace lost revenue in order to provide government services. As part of the county’s development of a plan to spend these funds, the county is asking for funding requests to be considered by the BOCC.
Tahoe Chamber webinar on required retirement savings plans
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 1:48pm
Event Date:
March 16, 2022 - 12:00pm
Small business owners and managers are invited to attend the Level UP: CalSavers Retirement Legislation webinar on Wednesday, March 16 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Without a lot of information on this mandate available, Tahoe Chamber is hosting this workshop to help small businesses become compliant. Larry Sidney of MacLean Financial Group will be presenting information and reviewing the options for meeting the mandate requirements.
Gene Bellisario ~ 1938 - 2022
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 1:07pm
Eugene Arthur Bellisario was born in Modesto, Calif. on November 20, 1938, to Ned and Norma Bellisario. he died unexpectedly on February 18, 2022, at Renown Hospital in Reno, Nev. with his family by his side. Gene is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Peggy Bellisario, sons Scott and Brian, daughter-in-law Arnan Bains, his much-loved sister, Sharon Hossli, his 99-year-old mother-in-law, Lois Schuette, and many nieces and nephews.
CASA Box Lunch fundraiser back in SLT, orders now being accepted
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/09/2022 - 10:44am
Event Date:
December 7, 2021 - 11:00am Child Advocates of El Dorado serves up lunch for a cause Thursday, April 7 — time to get those order forms filled out.
CASA’s Boxed Lunch fundraiser is a way to get a delicious lunch while helping a worthy cause.
This year the event is dedicated to CASA El Dorado’s 30th anniversary. Established in 1992, Child Advocates have provided support, empowerment and a voice for at-risk youth consistently for a solid 30 years.
COVID-19 daily cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 8:38pm
There have been 14 new cases of COVID-19 and one new death recorded since yesterday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,549. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive. Case rates continue to drop.
There are now 5.7 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county, the lowest in weeks.
There is an interactive dashboard for the county with extra details here: See HERE.
33rd annual Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra Elegant Evening
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 6:36pm
Event Date:
April 22, 2022 - 6:00pm
Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra would like to invite you to its 33rd annual Elegant Evening from the comfort of your own home! COVID may have again sidelined the big in-person party but it won't deter efforts to enhance the lives of women and youth in our community and the world!
Lake Tahoe Veteran's Alliance honors local women who served on International Women's Day
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 5:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Veterans Alliance honored two area women for their service on Tuesday, both for their time in the armed services and in serving their community.
Sierra Community Church group recognizes Barton Health physicians and staff
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 2:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A community group from Sierra Community Church recently honored Barton Memorial Hospital physicians and staff for their ongoing commitment to high-quality patient care throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The group donated sparkling waters and granola bars as a way to say "thank you" for their perseverance during challenging times.
Lake Tahoe right-turn restriction pilot program approved for 2022 on US50
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 11:39am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Last year's right-turn restriction pilot program created to mitigate impacts of vehicular traffic in neighborhoods instead of the highway will be extended in 2022.
With a unanimous vote Tuesday, the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors approved the turn restrictions from North Upper Truckee Road and Sawmill Road on Sundays and holidays, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The right-turn restrictions will be in place starting between May 1 and May 21, 2022, and terminating on Sunday, October 30, 2022.
Norah Jones heading to Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena this summer
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 10:29am
The 2022 Summer Concert Series at Lake Tahoe has added a new show with the announcement Tuesday that nine-time Grammy winner Norah Jones will hit the stage on June 26 at 8:00 p.m.
Regina Spektor will kick off this unforgettable night of music.
American Legion St. Patrick’s Day Dinner with live music by Cash Only
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 9:35am
Event Date:
March 17, 2022 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe invites community members and visitors to join the American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, and Sons of the American Legion for a fun-filled evening that includes live music by Cash Only and a traditional dinner in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day on Thursday, March 17, 2022.
National Child and Adult Care Food Program Week: March 13-19, 2022
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/08/2022 - 9:13am
Join the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Community as they celebrate a week-long national education and information campaign. The primary goal of CACFP is to serve nutritious meals to children attending child care homes and centers. This program provides over 2 billion meals and snacks to over 4.9 million children and adults daily.
Secondary goals are:
1. The establishment of positive eating habits at the earliest stages of development.
2. Reduction of future health care and education costs due to lack of proper early development.
El Dorado County supervisors to vote on right turn restrictions from Sawmill and North Upper Truckee roads onto US50
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 7:11pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors have on their agenda Tuesday a resolution to have temporary right-turn restrictions this summer from North Upper Truckee Road and Sawmill Road onto US 50 on Sundays and holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
If approved, the new turn restrictions will begin between May 1 and May 21, 2022, and terminate on Sunday, October 30, 2022. All turn restriction-related traffic control regulatory and advisory signs on Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Sawmill Road, and North Upper Truckee Road would be removed before Sunday, November 6th, 2022.
LTUSD to discuss school start times and zones at March 10 meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 6:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During its March 10 meeting, the Lake Tahoe Unified School district (LTUSD) Board of Trustees will be discussing changes to the school start time and zoning proposals. The items are up for discussion only at this meeting, and any votes would come at their March 24 meeting.
Christmas Cheer closed this week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 5:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Christmas Cheer, the community non-profit that helps supply food to those in need will be closed on their normal giveaway days Tuesday-Thursday.
Their offices at 1120 3rd St., South Lake Tahoe needed new flooring.
They will reopen for customers on Tuesday, March 15.
COVID-19 daily cases for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 5:27pm
There have been 20 new cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths recorded since Friday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,535. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive. Case rates continue to drop.
There are now 7.0 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county, the lowest in weeks.
There is an interactive dashboard for the county with extra details here: See HERE.
Pollock Pines, Camino, Kyburz - 1420 cases - +3
Prescribed burn operations set to continue around Lake Tahoe this week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 12:47pm
The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) will continue widespread prescribed fire operations this week around the Lake Tahoe Basin, weather and conditions permitting. These prescribed fires are expected to continue throughout the winter season to help land managers reduce hazardous fuels that can feed unwanted wildfires. Smoke will be present.
Dennis Michael Purvance ~ May 18, 2002 - February 28, 2022
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 12:20pm
Dennis Michael Purvance was born Denis Hauks in Latvia on May 18, 2002. After spending his early years of life in an orphanage, he was adopted and loved by his family until his passing on February 28, 2022. Dennis charmed everyone who had the pleasure of being in his presence with his endearing smile and infectious laughter. He was always bothered by being the shortest of the group, but what he lacked in stature, he made up for in personality.
Douglas County commissioners seek to fill opening on planning commission
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 11:44am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Board of Commissioners is currently accepting applications for one appointment to the Planning Commission to fill out a term through the end of the year.
The Douglas County Planning Commission is an advisory body to the Board of County Commissioners and is responsible for providing advice on land use planning matters, reviewing development applications for compliance with County plans/ordinances, including amendments to the Douglas County Master Plan, and the Development Code.
Some Lake Tahoe ski areas announce extension of ski and ride season
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 11:28am
Vail Resorts announced today that Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood have extended their 2021-22 seasons.
Heavenly will remain open an extra week, until Sunday, April 24, and Kirkwood will add three weeks to its calendar, ending the season on Sunday, May 1, weather and snow conditions permitting.
Palisades will end winter operations on Sunday, May 16, conditions permitting. There will be special spring skiing hours of operation.
Northstar is slated to end its season on Monday, April 18.
Mt. Rose - Closing May 8
Forecast: South Lake Tahoe highs in 40s and 50s, small slider mid-week but staying mainly dry
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 4:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Temperatures will warm to start the work week with gusty winds in higher elevations of the Sierra tonight into Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. A quick-moving weather slider system will bring breezy winds, a low chance for rain and snow showers, and a cool down Wednesday afternoon and Thursday. The weekend looks warm and dry with the potential to shift to a more active weather pattern next week.
The South Lake Tahoe weekly forecast from NWS Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 44. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
National Groundwater Awareness Week: 95% of drinking water in South Lake Tahoe is groundwater
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 4:35pm
It is the 23rd National Groundwater Awareness Week, March 6-12, a week of awareness, education, and advocacy focusing on one of the nation’s most precious resources.
Groundwater is a critical resource for the drinking water supply in California, especially during periods of drought when it is relied upon to back-stop reduced surface water supplies.
South Lake Tahoe sits at one end of a large body of water, has the Truckee River flowing through, but where does its drinking water come from?
South Lake Tahoe Republican Women host Supervisor George Turnboo at next meeting
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 4:12pmEvent Date:
March 10, 2022 - 11:30am
The next meeting of the South Lake Tahoe Republican Women, Federated will be on Thursday, March 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Margarita's Mexican Restaurant.
Their guest speaker will be El Dorado County Supervisor George Turnboo who represents District 2 on the west slope. Supervisor Turnboo will inform the group as to county governance and issues which affect us all.
The cost of the Mexican Luncheon Buffet is $20.
To register or for more information, contact: southlaktahoerepublicanwomen@gmail.com
Margarita's is located at 765 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe City Council votes to not collect $382,500 in small business loans
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 4:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During the pandemic, the South Lake Tahoe City Council issued $382,500 in small business loans to 53 businesses through its Small Business Sustainability (SBS) Loan Program. The loans issued were between $3,000 and $15,000 (one at $3,000, one at $4,500, 33 at $5,000, 12 at $10,000 and six at $15,000). Two more loans applications totaling $25,000 were rejected.
During the Council meeting this week, they voted 3-1 to forgive the loan balances and instead make them a grant.
Local Author Suzanne Roberts Book Launch
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 2:34pm
Event Date:
April 19, 2022 - 6:00pm Local Author Suzanne Roberts launches her newest book "Animal Bodies: On Death, Desire, and Other Difficulties". In "Animal Bodies" Suzanne Roberts explores the link between death and desire and what it means to accept our own animal natures, the parts we most often hide, deny, or consider only with shame—our taboo desires and our grief. Join the Friends of the Library for a thoughtful, free, and open to all evening.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Wildflowers of Tahoe Presentation @ SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 2:26pm
Event Date:
March 22, 2022 - 6:00pm Tuesday, March 22, 6 PM Wildflowers of Tahoe Presentation. Sarah Hockensmith of the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) returns to the South Lake Tahoe Library to introduce the public to the diverse wildflowers of the Tahoe region. To celebrate the hundreds of plant species in the region, Sarah will cover the basic structures of flowers, some of the best locations to find wildflowers at Lake Tahoe, and what wildflowers to expect at those locations.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Book Sale at the South Lake Tahoe Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 2:23pm
Event Date:
March 19, 2022 - 10:00am Join the Friends for a Book Sale in the South Lake Tahoe Library Community Room. Buy a bag of books for $5! Or browse some specially priced beautiful books for only $1 each. Or make a deal with the cashier if a bag is too much. We have a wide assortment of fiction, non-fiction, reference and children’s books, an abundance of mysteries and westerns. We want books donated by our community to find new homes. Members who have renewed for 2022 are invited to our Preview Sale at 9 AM. The membership table will be open at that time to welcome renewals and new members, also.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Rep. McClintock creates legislation to end what he calls "let it burn" policy of USFS
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 11:48am
Two US Congressmen, Tom McClintock (CA-04) and Doug LaMalfa (CA-01) introduced legislation this week, directing the U.S. Forest Service to immediately suppress wildfires on National Forest System. They called for an end to what they say is the USFS "let it burn" policy.
Column: Add yards and years to your golf swing
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/06/2022 - 10:10am
What makes someone stop doing the things they love? Time commitment? Money? Better options? For many golfers, it's pain that limits or completely ruins the ability and desire to play golf.
The golf swing is a complex movement that utilizes the whole body in a coordinated fashion. Since the swing is repeated frequently throughout the game, an incorrect golf swing can result in injury.
Road Beat: Review - 2022 Toyota Tacoma is an aging bestseller
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/05/2022 - 2:43pm
It might sell in droves, but why? This aging truck still has its charms, though.
What is it?
Awesome Easter event at Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/05/2022 - 2:05pm
Event Date:
April 3, 2022 - 2:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church is holding a free children's Easter event on Sunday, April 3 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Called "Awesome Easter," children in grades K-6th are invited to attend and there will be crafts, singing, games, and food.
Try to register children by March 28 to attend so supplies can be prepared. Call the church office at 530-544-3757 or email TahoePresChurchEvents@gmail.com to register.
It Will be Held at Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church, 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd., next to the original Red Hut.
Letter: City Parks and Recreation future is active
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/05/2022 - 1:51pm
Earlier this year, our City Council appointed our current Parks and Recreation Commissioners group that includes a healthy mix of experienced and new commissioners. We welcome new commissioners Aricela Ramos and Margie Kovarik-Maxhimer, along with veterans David Gregorich, Dan Thrift, Dr. Greg Bergner, and Kira Smith to an exciting time for South Lake Tahoe relating to Parks and Recreation.
Local's night at Classic Cue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/05/2022 - 1:33pm
Event Date:
March 8, 2022 - 8:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - join your neighbors at Classic Cue on March 8 for another "Local's Night" with music, raffles, and beer specials from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
The $8 cover includes raffle tickets for several prizes that will be given away during the night.
Enjoy music by Prescribed Burn and Local Anthology.
Classic Cue Sports Bar and Grill is located at 1961 Lake Tahoe Blvd., at the Y in South Lake Tahoe.
Shave heads and raise funds at Tahoe Douglas Fire Department St. Baldrick's event
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/05/2022 - 10:54am
Event Date:
March 17, 2022 - 1:00pm
Join the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District's St. Baldrick's event on March 17 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at McP's Taphouse Grill in South Lake Tahoe to raise funds for childhood cancer research.
The public can either participate and join in with shaving their head for donations or donate directly to the fire department's efforts.
Column: Diet culture and the dangers of dieting
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/05/2022 - 10:31am
Diet culture, or prioritizing weight and body size over health and well-being, is deeply rooted in today’s society. With influencers and celebrities promoting the newest cleanse, detox, or fad diet as the best way to lose weight or achieve a specific body goal, it’s common to fall into a pattern of bouncing between diets.
This “yo-yo” cycle not only leads to physiological damage, such as weight gain, hormone dysregulation, and overall impaired metabolic function, but often leads to body image issues, disordered eating behaviors, and eating disorders.
Weekly wrap-up of COVID-19 cases for counties around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/04/2022 - 5:48pm
Weekly roundup of COVID-19 around Lake Tahoe. All are for the week except El Dorado data, which is from yesterday.
EL DORADO COUNTY
There have been 19 new cases of COVID-19 and two new deaths recorded since yesterday in El Dorado County. This brings the total of COVID-19 cases in the county to 26,515. This does not include all at-home tests that may have been positive. Case rates continue to drop.
There are now 7.8 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents in the county, the lowest in weeks.
Save the Date: Bubbles & Bowties adult prom returns to South Shore
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/04/2022 - 4:35pm
Event Date:
November 5, 2022 - 7:00pm
Bubbles & Bowties, the adult prom, is returning to the South Shore this fall. After a hiatus due to the pandemic, get ready to sparkle and shine, dress up and put on your dancing shoes on November 5, 2022.
The fun event that raises money for juvenile diabetes, will be held at the Hard Rock Lake Tahoe from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Proceeds go to support Camp Buck, a local camp for youth on both sides of the state line with type 1 diabetes.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office investigating THC gummy bears at middle school
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/04/2022 - 3:37pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) opened an investigation on Thursday, March 3 after a 12-year-old middle school student reported feeling "very strange."
It has been determined that the student, along with a number of other students at the middle school in the Carson Valley, had ingested gummy bears that were actually marijuana edibles that contain THC (the psychoactive drug in marijuana). The students got the marijuana edibles from another student who stole them from her father and brought them to school.
From the streets to the gallery: Arts and Culture El Dorado brings skateboard culture inside “Bad Apples: Skateboarding and the Misfit Culture of EDC”
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/04/2022 - 2:38pm
Event Date:
March 17, 2022 - 6:00pm PLACERVILLE, Calif. — From fashion, to street art, to the Olympic Games – skateboarding is a fixture in pop culture worldwide. But at its core, it remains a fast-paced, gritty, DIY, risk-laden sport with its roots in rebellion. Arts and Culture El Dorado has teamed up with Motherlode Board Supply Co. and artist Nate Reifke to create a visual homage to skateboard culture and take a look at its place in El Dorado County’s love of adventure.
Barton Performance Golf Series
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/04/2022 - 1:40pmEvent Date:
Repeats every week until Thu May 05 2022 .
March 17, 2022 - 5:15pm
March 24, 2022 - 5:15pm
March 31, 2022 - 5:15pm
April 7, 2022 - 5:15pm
April 14, 2022 - 5:15pm
April 21, 2022 - 5:15pm
April 28, 2022 - 5:15pm
May 5, 2022 - 5:15pm
Join the Barton Performance Golf Series on Thursday, Thursdays, March 17 - May 5, 5:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at the Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness
In this 8-week group fitness series, develop your golf-specific performance with flexibility, stability, balance, coordination, and muscular endurance training. The course is led by Kyler Crouse, Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certified Barton Performance Coach.
Class fee included in Group Fitness Unlimited membership or $20 drop-in fee per class for non-members.
Rock on US50 blasted, clean up underway
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/04/2022 - 10:55am
Update 2:37 p.m.: US50 is now open in both directions.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The massive rock that fell onto US50 at Echo Summit Thursday evening was blown up this morning at 10:00 a.m. and the resulting debris is now being cleaned off.
The large boulder, at first estimated to be two stories high, three stories wide, was filled with blasting tubes overnight before the "fire in the hole" was called out prior to detonation.
"We are fortunate in that our South Lake Tahoe Maintenance crew is trained in boulder blasting," said Caltrans.
EDM-pop duo The Chainsmokers heading to Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/04/2022 - 10:26am
LAKE TAHOE, Nv. - The 2022 Summer Concert Series has announced they have added the Chainsmokers to the popular LakeTahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys Tahoe. They will be performing during the American Century Celebrity Golf and hit the stage on July 8, 2022.
South Tahoe High Varsity Girls Basketball team wraps up great season
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/03/2022 - 7:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High School Girls Varsity Basketball team has just wrapped up an amazing season. Starting with winning a tournament at Western Sierra Collegiate Academy in Rocklin, the girls' varsity team finished as co-champs of Northern Nevada 3A West division for the first time since 1990.
