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Kyle Mazzoni ~ May 4, 1990 - May 2, 2021
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/06/2021 - 5:00am
On Sunday, May 2, two days before what would have been his 31st birthday, beloved son and brother, Kyle Mazzoni, passed from this Earth to Heaven. Kyle is survived by his parents Darla and Tim Mazzoni, his brother Korey, his furry brother Max, and his Grandma Rosemary DePompa. He also was blessed with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Heavenly Village announces live music schedule for the summer
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 6:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With many Lake Tahoe Basin concert series either postponed or canceled due to COVID-19, the Heavenly Village is expanding its live music schedule this summer. The free series has shows over 39 weeks this year with the summer series starting May 28.
Tahoe Youth Activist Movement is holding peaceful protest against Line 3
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 5:41pm
Event Date:
May 7, 2021 - 11:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Youth Activist Movement is holding a protest on Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. as part of a National Day of Action that calls for the defunding of Line 3, a proposed expansion of the pipeline that carries tar sands over Anishinaabe land in Northern Minnesota.
The Tahoe group along with those around the country are gathering May 7 to protest at bank branches and headquarters of those funding Line 3.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 4:54pm
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, 2 in El Dorado Hills, 1 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 0 in North County, 1 in Greater Placerville, 1 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 3 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: -2. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 97.
Next TERC lecture - Rethinking Fire: Cultural Burning and the Art of Not Fighting Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 3:46pm
Event Date:
May 13, 2021 - 12:00pm
The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) is hosting "Rethinking Fire: Cultural Burning and the Art of Not Fighting Fire" on Thursday, May 13 at 12:00 p.m.
This is another lecture from the TERC Spring Science Series.
Drive-through Day of the Young Child in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 2:55pm
Event Date:
May 22, 2021 - 9:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Day of the Young Child will still be held this year but in a fun, drive-through format. On Saturday, May 22, the annual event will be held at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Every child from toddler age through school-age will receive an activity bag from Catalyst Community as they drive through the event with fun activities for school-age children. The following groups will have a set up along a special route for the kids to enjoy while they stay in their vehicles:
Participating Agencies:
1. Catalyst Community
Two days, two intruders shot in Douglas County homes
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:04pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - For the second day in a row, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) has responded to a call of a person entering a home uninvited and being shot by a homeowner.
At approximately 5:55 a.m. on Tuesday, May 4, DCSO deputies responded to a report of trespassing and a man shot in a Topaz Ranch Estates home in Wellington, Nevada. The trespasser was pronounced deceased at 6:45 a.m. DCSO is currently investigating the incident in the 1500 block of Topaz Ranch Road.
May vaccine clinic in South Lake Tahoe relocates to recreation center
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 9:12am
Event Date:
May 17, 2021 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to some logistical issues, the City of South Lake Tahoe is relocating its May 17 vaccine clinic. Originally scheduled for Heavenly Mountain Ski Resort, the clinic will now take place at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation center which was the scene of the previous fire department's clinic.
Wellness webinar: Nutrition and Brain Health
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 7:32am
Event Date:
May 13, 2021 - 5:00pm
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, join Barton Psychiatrist, Dr. Joseph Hibbeln, for a virtual discussion on nutrition and brain health on Thursday, May 13 at 5:00 p.m.
Learn about:
- The power of diet and nutrition their role in brain health
- What foods can help maintain your mood, stress and overall mental wellbeing
- Foods to be aware of that can hinder your mental health
The webinar will be hosted via Zoom and advanced registration is required. To register, visit https://bartonhealth.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vldLn3wMRGyYMJTf-HiGMg.
Road Beat: Tested - 2021 Lexus ES 350 F Sport needs more F Sport
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 6:54am
Take away the F Sport name and promise from the ES 350 and it becomes an appreciably comfortable, understandable, and convincing luxury sedan at a decent price. The issue here, though, is in the name. Lexus' F division was created nearly 15 years ago as a viable alternative and rival to hard-hitting performance divisions like BMW's M and Mercedes' AMG. F stands for Fuji speedway, by the way, Toyota's (Lexus' parent company) home track that also serves as testing ground; It's also spectacular.
Lake Tahoe area recreation spots begin to open for the season
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/04/2021 - 8:56pm
The snow is melting at recreation areas around Lake Tahoe and with warmer days ahead, many of them are beginning the opening process. Crews from USFS - Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit are accessing any winter damage to vegetation or structures, which may delay opening in some locations.
The gates to Tallac Historic Site and Kiva Picnic Area are now open, but the gate to Kiva Beach is not open. The historic site buildings will open on Memorial Day Weekend but the public can now walk around the grounds.
Teacher Appreciation Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/04/2021 - 7:42pm
It is indisputable that kindness as human virtue is in too short supply and too little used these days. Sometimes we wonder how we can heal our seemingly insurmountable divides. Let me post a single word: Kindness.
Mental Health Kits available at the South Lake Tahoe Library
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/04/2021 - 6:49pm
Thanks to a generous grant from the Barton Foundation, the South Lake Tahoe Library now has Mental Health Kits available to the public for checkout.
Kits are designed for both individuals and families who may be struggling with a mental illness but don’t know how to get help. Whether dealing with a new diagnosis or wanting new ideas for coping and recovery from a long-standing disorder, these kits can help you along the path to better mental health.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/04/2021 - 4:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 27 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 1 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 3 in El Dorado Hills, 2 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 3 in North County, 5 in Greater Placerville, 4 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 8 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 1. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 99.
Have a flag to retire? A flag retirement ceremony to be held in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/04/2021 - 1:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is teaming with the American Legion Post 795 and Boy Scout Troop 594 in conducting a Flag Retirement Ceremony on Flag Day, June 14. The ceremony will be held at the American Legion on Lake Tahoe Boulevard.
If you have a US flag that is worn and cannot be flown, please contact the Lake Tahoe Chapter, NSDAR Regent Rosemary Manning at rosemarymanning@gmail.com and the group can pick it up. You can also drop off the flag at the American Legion Post 795, 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Due to technical difficulties, South Lake Tahoe City Council moves meeting
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/04/2021 - 10:17am
UPDATE 5.6.21: The City Council regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. has been canceled. A Special City Council meeting has been called for Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. The first item on the Agenda will be Closed Session which will last approximately one hour.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If you watch the South Lake Tahoe City Council meetings through the City's Facebook page or on its website, you could see them, but not hear them on Tuesday, May 4 when it started at 9:00 a.m. Only those who participated through Zoom could hear the council and staff.
Thildy Kaelin ~ March 30, 1933 to April 29, 2021
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/04/2021 - 7:55am
Our Muetti (Mommy) passed away peacefully on April 29, 2021. Anyone that knew her will understand that she gave a good fight to the very end.
She and her husband immigrated to the United States from Switzerland in 1957. After a very brief time in Tracy, CA they both discovered Lake Tahoe in 1959, bought a tiny motel that they soon completely rebuilt, and over the next 25 years fulfilled their American Dream. The Matterhorn Motel was our home, our fun, our family’s fondest memories. Relationships were created that are still in place today.
Working together to build awareness and break down stigma during Mental Health Awareness Month
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 11:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Mental Health Awareness Month is dedicated to building awareness, breaking down stigma, and providing resources for individuals and families. During the month of May, South Lake Tahoe government agencies, schools, and organizations will shed light on this issue, highlighting available pathways for support and encouraging involvement from community members and groups.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 4:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 76 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since Friday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 8 in El Dorado Hills, 5 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 4 in North County, 14 in Greater Placerville, 4 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 40 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 1. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 98.
Conservancy begins seasonal dog closure at Upper Truckee Marsh to protect wildlife
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 4:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy has begun its annual seasonal dog closure at the Upper Truckee Marsh. From May 1 through July 31, dogs may not access the sensitive habitat at the Marsh to protect birds and other wildlife during their breeding season.
The Conservancy-owned Cove East property, west of the Upper Truckee River, remains open for year-round leashed dog access. Beginning August 1, leashed dogs may again enter the Upper Truckee Marsh.
Conservancy staff and California Highway Patrol officers monitor these areas for compliance.
Prescribed fire operation scheduled this week at Burton Creek State Park
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 3:13pm
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even though scheduled prescribed burning in the Lake Tahoe Basin is finished for the season, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team has announced a 40-acre understory burn will be taking place at Burton Creek State Park starting May 5.
California State Parks is scheduled to conduct the prescribed burn, conditions, and weather permitting. Smoke may be visible. A map with the project location and detailed information is available for viewing at tahoelivingwithfire.com and can be found attached.
Pool opens for public use at South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 2:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After months of being closed, the pool at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center has reopened with a variety of pool programs available with more planned for the near future.
New business licenses issued by the City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 12:33pm
The following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the month of March 2021:
3/1
3678 LARCH AVE LLC APTS
BTC 1031 MOSS ROAD LLC
COMMUNICATION SQUARE LLC
3/3
DEBBIE GRIEST ART
RIDGE ELECTRIC TELECOMMUNICATIONS
TOULOUSE ENTERPRISES LLC
3/4
BIDE CORPORATION
3/5
969 BROCKWAY AVENUE LLC
AMERICAN WINDOWS INC
3/8
KENDALL NORTHROP COSMETOLOGY
3/11
VICTORY WOODWORKS INC
3/15
DABELLA
3/17
DEEDS AND MORE
POLISHED PERFECT CLEANING
SOUTH SHORE STYLE
TAHOE CONCESSIONS LLC
TAHOE MOBILE SCREENS
TAHOE TESSIES BEACH BITES
3/19
Long awaited $5 Dump Day on June 12 in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 11:07am
Event Date:
June 12, 2021 - 8:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Canceled in 2020 due to the pandemic, Clean Tahoe is holding the first of two $5 Dump Days this year on Saturday, June 12 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The cost of $5 per vehicle load is for California residents. For Nevada residents, the cost is $10 per vehicle. U-Hauls and oversized trucks will be extra and priced by size.
All mattresses, box springs, televisions, computers, and is free. Refrigerators are $20.
The on-side document shredding is from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and provided by the Eagle Project. The limit is 3 boxes per household.
“May the 4th” Tahoe Truckee Humane Society adoption day and donation drive
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 10:41am
The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) is hosting a donation drive and adoption event Tuesday, May 4 in honor of “Star Wars Day.” There will be $30,000 available to match donations, meaning that the generosity of the community will go twice as far to help animals in need.
Volunteers needed for Snapshot Day
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 9:57am
Event Date:
May 15, 2021 - 8:00am Snapshot Day is a citizen science water quality monitoring event that takes place every May with the goal of connecting the community with its watershed.
On the morning of Saturday, May 15, volunteers will fan out across the Truckee River Watershed to take water samples from creeks, streams, and smaller lakes, as well as Lake Tahoe itself, to get a snapshot of water quality in the Tahoe-Truckee watershed at a single moment in time.
Location
Various South Lake Tahoe locations
United States
See map: Google Maps
Tahoe Star Tours resumes stargazing events this summer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 9:06am
Tahoe Star Tours invites those visiting North Lake Tahoe and Truckee to view the brilliant skies above during docent-led evenings Thursdays and Saturdays from June 17 through September 4, 2021. New this year, in addition to stargazing through computerized Celestron telescopes, guests can join in for a binocular tour using a pair of Celestron binoculars. This element of the tour begins with instruction on using binoculars for stargazing led by one of the Cosmoarium Star Guides and includes the use of the binoculars until the event ends.
Warm through mid-week in South Lake Tahoe; Cooling off some by end of the week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/02/2021 - 5:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - High pressure will build over the west coast with warming temperatures through mid-week. Pacific low pressure will bring increased winds Thursday and Friday along with cooler temperatures into next weekend, but precipitation chances are relatively slim, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Sierra State Parks Foundation brings back Bear Box Art fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/02/2021 - 4:28pm
The Sierra State Parks Foundation is bringing back the Bear Box Art Fundraiser to North Lake Tahoe. This fundraiser joins the non-profit with local artists with the goal of raising funds while supporting a trifecta: California State Parks, local artists and beautifying Lake Tahoe one bear box at a time.
Walking or bicycling to school promoted during Nevada Moves Week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/02/2021 - 3:58pm
Many Nevada schoolchildren will take part in organized events that promote walking or bicycling to school on Nevada Moves Week May 3-7. Nevada families and schoolchildren are encouraged to take part in safe walk or bicycle activities.
In its twelfth year, Nevada Moves promotes safe walking and biking to school, as well as other physical activity. Walking and other physical activities are planned for Carson City, Lyon, Douglas, and other school districts across the state.
Roadwork scheduled around Lake Tahoe for week of 5/3 - 5/9/21
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/02/2021 - 9:53am
Several different agencies have roadwork projects around the Lake Tahoe Basin from spring to fall. Each week we publish projects planned by the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), the County of El Dorado, and the City of South Lake Tahoe. Until May, road work in the Lake Tahoe area will be limited.
NDOT - Lake Tahoe and Douglas County
Valhalla announces summer season of Boathouse Theater shows and Grand Lawn concerts
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/01/2021 - 8:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After missing a year of shows due to the pandemic, Valhalla Tahoe is once again hosting a summer of entertainment on the Grand Lawn and in the Boathouse Theater. This year is the 25th anniversary of the old boathouse being preserved and recreated as a lakefront theater. Tickets are already on sale for this special summer treat.
Shows:
James Garner - June 15, 4:30 pm - Grand Lawn
Tahoe IMpROv Players - June 22, July 26, Aug. 3, and Aug. 10, 7:30 pm - Boathouse Theatre
Murdered to Death - June 30-July 3, July 6-9, 7:30 pm - Boathouse Theatre
Land your dream job at Tahoe Works virtual job fair
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/01/2021 - 5:36pm
STATELINE, Nev. - The Tahoe Chamber is hosting the 2021 Tahoe Works Virtual Job Fair on May 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The event is sponsored by El Dorado County and ADVANCE.
Attendees can apply directly for jobs, set up interviews, and live video
chat with employers from in and beyond the Tahoe Basin.
Regional Transportation Plan approved for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/01/2021 - 5:16pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board has unanimously approved a new transportation plan and policies that will do more to reduce reliance on the automobile and get projects on the ground than any previous plan. The plan has received broad support from Lake Tahoe transportation organizations, and more than 8.500 people participated throughout the process of its adoption.
May 1 is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/01/2021 - 5:00am
By residing in the Wildland Urban Interface (the zone where natural environments intersect human development), we take on the extra responsibility of living with wildfire.
However, living with wildfire at Lake Tahoe isn't just an individual journey—it's a team effort between ourselves, our neighbors, and federal, state, and local agencies. It is a partnership, and we all play a role.
May is Bicycle Safety Month: Share the road and “go safely”
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/01/2021 - 5:00am
May is both National Bike Month and National Bicycle Safety Month. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is encouraging drivers to slow down when passing bicyclists, and asking bicyclists to be visible, predictable, and safe on the road.
SLTPD will be conducting special traffic enforcement details throughout the month of May targeting vehicle and bicycle interactions in an effort to reduce collisions and injuries.
SLTPD suggests the following safety tips for bicyclists and drivers:
Drivers
Douglas County reopening plan approved by Nevada, new rules start May 1
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/01/2021 - 5:00am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Nevada COVID Task Force has approved Douglas County's recovery plan, Moving Forward. Starting Saturday, May 1, the plan submitted by the Douglas County Commissioners goes into effect.
The biggest changes will be for a return to 100 percent occupancy for businesses unless governed by a licensing board such as the Nevada Gaming Control Board or the Nevada State Board of Cosmetology.
Circumnavigate Lake Tahoe in 7 days via canoe, kayak or SUP for science
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 7:35pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Join Scott Fitzgerrell and UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center Director Geoff Schladow as they lead a kayak expedition around Lake Tahoe in support of the Citizen Science Tahoe app June 21-27, 2021.
Paddlers will travel counterclockwise in 6-10 mile segments to circumnavigate the lake over seven days. You are welcome to join for as many days as you are able. Paddleboards and canoes are also welcome.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 5:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 23 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 1 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 5 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 3 in North County, 4 in Greater Placerville, 2 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 8 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 0. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 97.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor enters race for El Dorado County Supervisor
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 3:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Mayor Tamara Wallace announced today that she has submitted paperwork to the Secretary of State and El Dorado County Elections Department concerning her forming a committee to run for the County District 5 Supervisor seat. The second term of current Supervisor Sue Novasel runs until November 2022, the same date as Wallace's current term on the City Council expires.
Go Fund Me account started for family of South Tahoe High student
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 3:39pm
A funeral was held Friday for Brianna Murillo, a student at South Tahoe High School. A fundraiser has been set up to help the family to help with funeral expenses and support during this difficult time.
Brianna's mother is a classroom aide at South Tahoe Middle School.
Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 seeks new members and contributions
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 11:32am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., - The Stella Van Dyke Johnson American Legion Post 795 in South Lake Tahoe has re-opened for business. Members and their guests are welcome once again and community events, including the annual Farmer’s Market, will resume this season. Post 795 has proudly served the Lake Tahoe community for 75 years but has struggled to survive during the COVID-19 pandemic as so many other small businesses have, and they are looking for help from the Lake Tahoe Community.
Enchanted Florist donating portion of Mother's Day sales to Between Horses and Humans
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 11:18am
Remember mom with flowers on Mother's Day and bring a smile to her face while also supporting Between Horses and Humans. Enchanted Florist of South Lake Tahoe is donating five percent of all Mother's Day sales from May 7-9 to the nonprofit that empowers children while building their leadership skills and self-esteem through horses.
“We are proud to have a local business help support this much-needed program,” said Laura Maffitt, a volunteer at Between Horses and Humans. “Words cannot describe how the impact of this program has made a difference in so many young lives."
100% of proceeds at Aleworx Kentucky Derby party go to Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 10:29am
Event Date:
May 1, 2021 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation will be the beneficiary of Saturday's Derby Day party at Lake Tahoe AleWorx and The Cocktail Corner.
May 1 is the Kentucky Derby so grab those Derby Hats and enjoy Mint Juleps as the running of the 147th derby.
Live music is from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. from the One Way Street Band. The race starts at 3:57 p.m. but enjoy the day's festivities at AleWorx while supporting students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District. One hundred percent of the profits from the event go to the Foundation.
COVID-19 Vaccines: Separating fact from fiction
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 5:00am
An abundance of information is available about the COVID-19 vaccines and it can be hard to separate fact from fiction, especially when information may be shared from friends and family online. Myths about the vaccine have multiplied in the months since Americans began receiving vaccinations.
Cheers for Charity at Hard Rock Lake Tahoe raising funds for Bread & Broth
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 5:00am
The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe invites guests to enjoy "Cheers for Charity" every Sunday in May. The casino's first open bar event will feature complimentary select cocktails and a live DJ at the Center Bar from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Donations will be collected all month to benefit Bread and Broth, the South Lake Tahoe nonprofit whose mission is to ease hunger in the Lake Tahoe South Shore community.
Drinks are free, but donations are always welcome.
New executive director for Child Advocates of El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 5:00am
Child Advocates of El Dorado County’s Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Deanna Santana as its new executive director. Deanna brings a wealth of strategic communication and leadership experience, along with a passion for protecting the youth in our communities.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary awards gift cards to first responders and teachers
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/29/2021 - 6:14pm
The Rotary Club of Tahoe Douglas recently purchased and awarded more than $7,000 of the Tahoe Chamber Go Local gift cards as a way of saying thank you to local first responders and teachers for their service during the pandemic.
The club purchased 150 of the $50 denomination cards and distributed them to all local Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies, Tahoe Douglas Fire personnel, and the teaching and support staff of both Whittell High and Zephyr Cove Elementary school.
Barton Foundation to give $100,000 in grants to local nonprofits addressing unmet health needs
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/29/2021 - 4:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Barton Foundation will be issuing $100,000 in grants to nonprofits in the community who work with those facing hunger, mental health, and unmet health needs.
The results of the Community Health Needs Assessment determine the areas their funds will support. Mental Health, Substance Use and Access to Care rank highest among a long list of concerns in the Lake Tahoe region. The Barton Foundation awards grants to non-profit organizations that provide support for members of the community who face these issues.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/29/2021 - 4:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 12 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 3 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 0 in North County, 4 in Greater Placerville, 1 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 2 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 2. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 97.
