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Celebration of Life for Teresa (Teri) Golden to be held on June 19
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 6:39pm
A Celebration of Life for Teresa (Teri) Golden will be celebrated on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church. All those who knew and loved Teri are welcome. The family hopes friends will share a short remembrance of her during the eulogy time.
Teri passed away in her home on Dec. 29, 2020. She had called South Lake Tahoe since 2007 and loved this area and serving the community in many ways. She loved the outdoors and the mountains in particular. She will be missed by her family and friends.
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Celebration of Life for Teresa (Teri) Golden to be held on June 19
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 6:37pm
A Celebration of Life for Teresa (Teri) Golden will be celebrated on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church. All those who knew and loved Teri are welcome. The family hopes friends will share a short remembrance of her during the eulogy time.
Teri passed away in her home on Dec. 29, 2020. She had called South Lake Tahoe since 2007 and loved this area and serving the community in many ways. She loved the outdoors and the mountains in particular. She will be missed by her family and friends.
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COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 4:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 11 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 2 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 3 in El Dorado Hills, 1 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 1 in North County, 0 in Greater Placerville, 4 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 1 in South County, 0 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: -1. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 95.
Tahoe Youth & Family Services booking for board members
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 3:27pm
Are you passionate about helping youth, individuals, and families who have mental health and substance abuse challenges? Do you have a calling to ensure young people are not homeless and receive the kind of support they need to be successful members of our community?
If you answered yes to either of these questions, perhaps you might consider being a board member for Tahoe Youth & Family Services a bi-state agency dedicated to building a resilient community through the healthy development of children, families, and individuals through counseling and support programs.
South Lake Brewing Company celebrates 4th anniversary with a celebration
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 3:01pm
Event Date:
May 29, 2021 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Brewing Company is celebrating its 4th anniversary with a big celebration on Saturday, May 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Join them for live music from Bread & Butter and Red Dirt Ruckus, Crepes & Craft food truck on-site, specialty merchandise for sale, and more!
They are also celebrating the four years with a collaboration beer for each year, all made with their favorite Northern California breweries:
Agua Fresca Inspired Ale — Collaboration with New Glory
Dry-PA — Collaboration with Solid Ground Brewing
Sierra State Parks at Lake Tahoe to reopen Memorial Day Weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 1:01pm
The Sierra State Parks Foundation has announced the 2021 opening date for the 2021 season for California State Parks at Lake Tahoe. Facilities will be open from May 29 (Memorial Day weekend) to September 31.
The following parks and campgrounds are to reopen on May 29:
- Sugar Pine Point State Park and Visitor Center
- Hellman-Ehrman Mansion Tours anticipated reopening June 15
- D.L. Bliss State Park and Visitor Center
- Emerald Bay State Park, Visitor Center, and Vikingsholm Castle Tour
- Kings Beach State Recreation Area
- Tahoe State Recreation Area
Barton Foundation's COVID-19 respond fund provides over $420,000 in food assistance
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 9:13am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Barton Foundation’s COVID-19 Response Fund was started in March 2020 to assist local families and individuals facing food insecurity challenges brought on by the pandemic.
The fund has resulted in over $420,000 in donations to over 6,000 residents through the South Lake Tahoe and Stateline area.
Bill David Russell ~ August 25, 1930 – March 20, 2021
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 8:45am
Early Saturday morning on the first day of Spring our father, Bill David Russell, went home to his heavenly father and joined the love of his live, Ann Amelia Russell, who proceeded him in death 21 years earlier. He is survived by his three sons and their wives (Alan / Nancy, Gary / Marja and Steve / Donna), 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Bill was born to Harry and Katie (Hornbeck) Russell on Aug. 25, 1930 in Klamath Falls, OR. He was the youngest child in a family of 10 children (with 3 sets of twins).
Road Beat: Review - 2021 Toyota GR Supra 2.0 is still fun with two fewer cylinders
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 8:24am
Toyota's revived Supra receives a new engine option for 2021 in the way of a more affordable four-cylinder option. Is it still fun?
5th annual Spring Clean event in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/19/2021 - 8:12pm
Event Date:
May 22, 2021 - 9:00am
Join in Clean Tahoe's 5th annual Spring Clean in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, May 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Be a member of a neighborhood Clean Team and pick up litter wherever you can....its as easy as a nice walk!
Clean Tahoe will supply the supplies. Volunteers pick up in their neighborhoods and report the amount of trash collected.
South Lake Tahoe to have new community-based Police Advisory Commission
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/19/2021 - 6:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - City Council unanimously approved the formation of a new five-member Police Advisory Commission for the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) during its meeting Tuesday evening.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/19/2021 - 5:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 6 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 1 in El Dorado Hills, 2 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 1 in North County, -1 in Greater Placerville, 2 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 1 in South County, 1 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: -1. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 96.
South Shore 4th of July fireworks canceled for 2021
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/19/2021 - 4:18pm
STATELINE, Nev. - There will be no fireworks celebrations at Lake Tahoe this 4th of July. The Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority announced Wednesday they will be canceling the 2021 Fourth of July “Lights on the Lake” fireworks display following months of careful discussion and consultation with area partners.
This follows the decisions by organizers of North Lake Tahoe and Incline Village fireworks shows to not hold them this year.
Interactive Reading Forest project installed at Taylor Creek
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/19/2021 - 12:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - We grow up knowing that the rings of a tree show how old it is, but have we all looked into the meaning of each one and what it demonstrates about each year of life?
A new exhibit has been installed at the Taylor Creek Visitor's Center in South Lake Tahoe entitled "Reading Forest" that involves both kids and adults in the telling of a tree's story during its life. Reading Forest is a path of artwork that explores ideas of forest health, change, and resilience created by environmental artist Todd Gilens.
Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe receives $200,000 from City's cannabis revenue
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/19/2021 - 10:06am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During its Tuesday evening meeting, the South Lake Tahoe City Council voted to give the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe $200,000 for its building fund. The monies come from the allocation of the available balance in the Cannabis Program fund which at the is time is about $660,000.
The agenda item was for a $100,000 disbursement, but the discussion moved to a higher amount after a community member suggested it since the fund has it available and will only grow in the future.
Public invited to Soroptimists meeting on Tahoe clarity with Dr. Sudeep Chandra
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/19/2021 - 8:50am
Event Date:
May 20, 2021 - 7:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dr. Sudeep Chandra, University of Nevada Associate Professor of Limnology in the Biology Department, will be speaking at the next Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra club meeting on Thursday, May 20.
Dr. Chandra spoke during the recent Tahoe Fund Talks on the subject of the clarity of Lake Tahoe and what is going on beneath the surface, and on the land, that affects the famous blue of the lake.
The theme of his talk at Soroptimists is "Life beneath Tahoe Waters - The Good, Bad, and the new discoveries."
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/18/2021 - 9:51pm
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.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/05/08/2021/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
Calls added for 5/9/21:
8:00 a.m. - Bear Break-In - Egret Way - REPORT OF DAMAGE TO A RESIDENCE CAUSED BY A BEAR.
Lake Wind Advisory in place for Lake Tahoe Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/18/2021 - 9:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Th National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has a Lake Wind Advisory in effort for the Lake Tahoe Basin Wednesday, May 19 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The advisory is for South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village.
Expect southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Waves 1 to 3 feet are possible. Expect a few wind-prone locations to jump up into the 40-50 mph range.
Small boats, kayaks, and paddleboards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care holding Reverse Garage Sale
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/18/2021 - 6:40pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Mon May 24 2021 .
May 20, 2021 (All day)
May 21, 2021 (All day)
May 22, 2021 (All day)
May 23, 2021 (All day)
May 24, 2021 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care is asked often, "What do you need?" They are taking care of those requests with their first "Reverse Garage Sale" from May 20 - May 24.
Here is how it works:
Check out their list at https://ltwc.org/reverse-garage-sale/. These are all items the non-profit regularly uses including medical supplies, general supplies, animal food, and facility and animal equipment.
Drop the items off during the Reverse Garage Sale at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, 1551 Al Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/18/2021 - 4:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 5 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 4 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 0 in North County, 1 in Greater Placerville, 0 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 0 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 0. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 97.
Kudos: South Tahoe Middle School PTA thanks those contributing to Teacher Appreciation Week
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/18/2021 - 2:56pm
On behalf of the South Tahoe Middle Schools PTA, I would first like to send a huge “THANK YOU” to all the staff at South Tahoe Middle School for their amazing dedication to our kids and our school.
Also deserving of a big thank you are the local businesses who donated to this year's Staff Appreciation Week celebration. Thank you to their generosity the event was very successful.
Thank You to:
Chuy and Stacy at Sombreros Mexican Restaurant /Tacos Por Favor Catering
Tina and the wonderful staff at Starbucks Heavenly Location
Jeff and the amazing staff at Tahoe Bagel Company
With snow in the forecast, what to do with your flowers and plants?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/18/2021 - 1:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It isn't unusual for late season snowfall in the Sierra, and after a drier than normal winter, precipitation is welcome in any form - for most people.
There are the gardeners who have been rejoicing in the blooms coming to life in their gardens. The ones who had been anxiously awaiting spring to start treks to the local garden center.
More free PPE available to South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County businesses
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/18/2021 - 12:29pm
Through a partnership with the Tahoe Prosperity Center, the City of South Lake Tahoe, and Dorado County, 87,000 masks and 2,400 bottles of hand sanitizer have been distributed to local businesses to date.
With the upcoming Memorial Day holiday and a busy tourist season, more supplies may be needed and are now available.
For those in need of PPE supplies, please contact Chase Janvrin at chase@tahoeprosperity.org or 530-539-4774 to make arrangements.
The supplies are thanks to a state grant from the California Office of Emergency Services.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/17/2021 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 20 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since Friday: -2 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 9 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 1 in North County, -1 in Greater Placerville, 6 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, +5 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 2. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 97.
City Council holds night meeting Tuesday - topics include cannabis ordinance update, police advisory commission
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/17/2021 - 4:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City Council will hold another night meeting on Tuesday, May 18 in order to involve more members of the public. The meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. and will be held remotely. Instructions on how to participate are at the end of this story.
This week's agenda includes:
Motorists should expect traffic delays during gasline replacement on SR28
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/17/2021 - 2:26pm
TAHOE CITY, Calif. – Caltrans is notifying motorists that construction is underway to replace gas lines along State Highway 28 in North Lake Tahoe.
Westbound motorists should expect weeknight one-way traffic control from just west of Highway 267 to Beach Street in Kings Beach from 9:00 p.m. to 6 a.m. Eastbound motorists should expect around-the-clock one-way traffic control until 6:00 a.m. Friday this week in the Carnelian Bay area. No weekend traffic restrictions are scheduled.
Did you feel it? A 3.4 earthquake for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/17/2021 - 11:41am
3:30 PM UPDATE: The USGS has updated the 12:24 p.m. update to 3.4, the same magnitude earlier documented by the UNR Seismological Lab. It was followed at 12:49 p.m. by a 2.8 magnitude in the same area.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Another earthquake centered in the middle of Lake Tahoe did not go unnoticed Monday. The 3.6 magnitude earthquake is in the same region as the recent seismic activity.
Monday's was located 9.9 miles NNW of South Lake Tahoe, 6.8 miles ESE of Tahoe City.
Boys and Girls Club receives donation for new building from Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/17/2021 - 9:02am
The Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra has donated $1000 from their Meat Raffle fundraiser to the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe's (BGCLT) "Building Bright Futures” project.
Unable to have its usual in-person fundraiser, the Kiwanis Club teamed up with Overland Meat & Seafood Co. during the pandemic and raffled off a Family Pack of meat and seafood. Proceeds from the raffle went to the building fund.
Barton conducts emergency wildfire preparedness drill
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/16/2021 - 9:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The scenario: a wildfire is in the Tahoe Basin and Barton Memorial Hospital needs to evacuate. A wildfire can spread quickly, leaving residents little time to spare in evacuating safely, but what happens with a hospital full of patients and staff?
Cooler week ahead in South Lake Tahoe; Chance of snow in the forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/16/2021 - 6:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Is it mid-May or March? This week's forecast may cause one to look at the calendar but long-time residents of the Sierra know that winter tries to sneak back in before great summer. A few storms may linger in the High Sierra on Monday, otherwise warmer and drier conditions will be in place to start the week. They won't last long though as more active weather with breezy winds and chances for precipitation (even snow) can be expected later this week with significantly cooler temperatures, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Reno.
Planning Commission approves new boutique lodging property in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/16/2021 - 4:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Planning Commission on Thursday narrowly passed the special use permit and design review for a tourist accommodation project for 839 Tallac Avenue.
A long list of neighbors called into the meeting and wrote letters to share their disapproval of the project which will be called Camp Tallac. It will replace an aging and "dilapidated" 3,300 square foot 16-unit storage business with a compound including a four-unit motel and on-site lodging for a manager.
Supervisors approve purchase of body-worn cameras for El Dorado County Sheriffs Office
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/16/2021 - 1:12pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Sheriff John D'Agostini told the Board of Supervisors he is now comfortable with systems and procedures for a Body-Worn-Camera (BWC) system for his department.
Trap, Tag, and Haze program underway with Tahoe's bears
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/15/2021 - 9:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As evidenced by photos on social media, the Lake Tahoe Basin's black bears have emerged from their winter slow-down and slumber. As the bears return, so has the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) as they use a new tool to help manage the human-bear conflict: Trap-Tag-Haze.
El Dorado County seniors invited to "This Month in History" series
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/15/2021 - 7:08pm
Event Date:
Repeats every month until Tue Sep 07 2021 .
June 8, 2021 - 1:00pm
July 8, 2021 - 1:00pm
August 8, 2021 - 1:00pm
El Dorado County seniors are invited to participate in a free, interactive, monthly program activity called 'This Month in History.'
The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency is hosting the interactive Zoom series. Their Senior Activities Program will highlight one month in history as the featured topic, with participating senior members of the community are invited to share and discuss their experiences during that time.
Two men arrested for allegedly stalking and intimidating officers in Douglas County
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/15/2021 - 6:28pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Two men have been arrested on suspicion of stalking and intimidating a police officer, and more charges may be filed.
On May 13, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) arrested Aaron Rasavage and Justin Hall at the residence of Rasavage, at 5:30 p.m. on the stalking and intimidating a police officer charges.
Rasavage is also a person of interest in an ongoing investigation regarding an incident on May 13 with the Douglas County School District.
Mask mandates still in place in California, but not in Nevada for fully vaccinated people
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/15/2021 - 5:53pm
After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Thursday that fully vaccinated people can go ahead and stop wearing masks and stop social distancing, both inside and outside, many are confused as to what the rules are both locally and in the state. The shift in guidance was an unexpected and dramatic reversal from the country's top public health agency and caught many by surprise and unprepared.
US50 at Spooner Summit reopened after three-vehicle collision cleared
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/15/2021 - 1:55pm
Six people were transported to area hospitals Saturday afternoon after a three-car collision in the eastbound lanes of US 50 near Spooner Summit on the Carson City side of the highway.
Three vehicles were involved in the collision which occurred at approximately 10:52 a.m. on May 15. One of the cars rolled over.
There were six occupants in the vehicles and they were all sent to the hospital via ground ambulance and air flights. Injuries are not life-threatening at this time, according to Nevada Highway Patrol Sgt. John Dodge.
Lane closures on Mt. Rose Highway start Monday as multi-year road project begins
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/14/2021 - 5:21pm
Lane closures will begin May 17 at the Mt. Rose Highway summit (State Route 431) as the Nevada Department of Transportation launches a multi-year road project to repave and enhance two mountainous Tahoe-area highways.
Innovative bubble curtain in place at Elk Point Marina to protect against aquatic weeds
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/14/2021 - 4:50pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - A new, innovative bubble curtain has been installed across the Elk Point Marina entrance to lessen the possibility of another weed infestation.
Installed earlier this month, the bubble curtain has perforated air hose lines on the bottom of the channel that create walls of bubbles that help slow plant fragments from entering the treated area. Unlike the bubble curtains in the channels of the Tahoe Keys, this bubble curtain works in reverse, to keep plant fragments out, rather than in.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/14/2021 - 4:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 10 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 1 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 1 in El Dorado Hills, 3 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 2 in North County, 4 in Greater Placerville, 0 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 1 in South County, 3 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: -5. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 95.
Column: The future of recreation and tourism at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/14/2021 - 1:33pm
Although Lake Tahoe’s economy has facets—like building trades, health care, education, and a growing number of gig and remote workers, to name a few—the foundation of our region’s $5 billion economy is undeniably tourism. Equally apparent is that visitation is impacting Tahoe’s environment and our communities. To put it plainly, amazing places like this can be “loved to death.” After COVID significantly boosted participation in outdoor recreation last year, national surveys show that more than 60 percent of new participants say they expect to continue their outdoor activities post-pandemic.
Wet and cooler weekend ahead for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/14/2021 - 1:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Just as summer-like daytime temperatures started to settle in, a low pressure system will bring in cooler temperatures, showers and a few thunderstorms this weekend. There is even a chance of snow at upper elevations. Thunderstorms could linger into Monday with a period of breezy conditions possible next week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Reno.
The weekend forecast from NWS Reno:
Friday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month - 1 in 5 youth has had a serious mental health disorder
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/14/2021 - 7:41am
One in five adolescents has had a serious mental health disorder, most commonly depression, anxiety disorders, and/or a substance use disorder. As the COVID-19 pandemic improves and life begins to get back to normal, many of our youth are having a difficult time coping with anxiety and the stress of returning to school. Those old feelings of non-acceptance, being bullied and academic stress is causing challenges for many teens. If your child is struggling call Tahoe Youth & Family services for help!
El Dorado County DA and 40 other elected district attorneys challenge release of 76,000 inmates
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/14/2021 - 7:19am
After the decision to increase good behavior credits for those in California prisons on April 30, 2021, a group of 41 elected district attorneys across the state have filed a petition to cancel the temporary emergency regulations that affect more than 76,000 inmates.
USFS receives $850K in Great American Outdoors Act funds for improvements at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/13/2021 - 8:04pm
The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has received $850,000 from the first round of funding from the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) to work on five local projects. All of the planned projects will improve the visitor experience by reducing deferred maintenance and enhancing recreational infrastructure.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/13/2021 - 5:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 15 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 2 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 2 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, -1 in North County, 4 in Greater Placerville, 9 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, -2 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 1. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 100.
Road Beat: Review - 2021 Toyota Venza is luxury RAV4 Hybrid
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/13/2021 - 2:40pm
Do you remember the Toyota Venza? No? Neither do most. Debuting in 2009, Toyota released the Venza SUV as a link between the RAV4 and Highlander, their compact and mid-size SUVs as a more car-centric offering. It was, in fact, based on the Camry even. After a few years of modest sales success, the mk1 Venza was discontinued after dwindling sales (Mind you, canceling models is a huge rarity in Toyotaland).
South Lake Tahoe man in jail after early morning arrest
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/13/2021 - 11:04am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An early morning execution of a search warrant in South Lake Tahoe Thursday resulted in the arrest of 33-year-old resident, Johnathan Towne. Neighbors in the neighborhood around Church of Latter-Day Saints church near Bijou Elementary were awoken when law enforcement from multiple agencies descended upon a home in the 3400 block of Champlain Drive.
South Lake Tahoe Police Department had its MRAP vehicle in play and law enforcement surrounded the home, according to witnesses.
Barton Health buys old Lakeside Inn to expand medical care in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/13/2021 - 10:19am
STATELINE, Nev. - When the Lakeside Inn announced its permanent closure in April 2020, speculation has been circulating about what would be built on the property. That speculation can now end as Barton Health has announced it has purchased the property. They closed escrow on Friday.
Barton's May 21 vaccine clinic in South Lake Tahoe open to ages 12 and up
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/13/2021 - 7:57am
Event Date:
May 21, 2021 (All day)
Barton Health, in partnership with the state of California and Vail Resorts, will host a vaccination clinic on Friday, May 21 at Heavenly Ski Resort’s California Base Lodge. Appointments are scheduled through MyTurn, the state of California’s universal vaccine sign-up portal. Barton Health is proud to take part in the ongoing effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
