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Kudos: Dancing team thanks community in fundraising efforts
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 10:09pm
We wanted to give a huge public shoutout to all of you who opened up your wallets and checkbooks and helped us claim the second-place spot for fundraising for his years' "Dancing with the Tahoe Stars."
Thanks to your generosity and kindness, Karlee and I raised $32,846 to benefit TAP and the ability to keep live performing arts and music in our schools for years to come.
Thank you to all those who also bought tickets and tables and came out to support and cheer us on.
You came through for us Tahoe and we will never forget it.
Forever grateful,
Team Grit and Grace
Column: Advancing standards, improving outcomes - A week to celebrate healthcare quality
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 9:15pm
When we visit the hospital, it’s easy to overlook the dedicated efforts that ensure our quality of care. Behind the scenes, countless professionals work tirelessly to enhance the patient experience and uphold the safety and quality of the care we receive. Their commitment to healthcare quality makes a meaningful difference in our journey to health.
Quality in healthcare means delivering timely, safe, and effective care. It also involves engaging patients and empowering them to take an active role in preventive care and managing their health conditions.
National Forest facilities at Lake Tahoe closing for season
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 8:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - More closing dates have been added to the list of annual closures of National Forest recreation facilities around Lake Tahoe.
Seasonal closures apply to facilities at many recreation areas and sites including beaches, campgrounds, forest roads, parking lots, picnic areas, and trailheads.
South Tahoe High Boys Tennis Team dominates in regionals, heads to State Tournament
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 8:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High School (STHS) Boys Tennis Team ended the season with an 8-0 record, landing them as the number one seed from the north in this week's 2024 Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) 3A State Tournament.
Marcella Foundation to hold inaugural Friendsgiving fundraiser in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 6:47pm
Event Date:
November 20, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Marcella Foundation's inaugural Friendsgiving will be held at South Lake Brewery Co. on November 20, 2024, from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. This will be an unforgettable night of community, celebration, and giving back!
What to expect:
Potluck-style dinner – bring your favorite dish to share
Table Decoration Contest & exciting Raffle Prizes
$150 per table (seats 6)
Live music to set the festive mood
All proceeds will benefit Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library initiative at the Marcella Foundation.✨
Snowmaking kicks into gear at Lake Tahoe ski resorts, November opening dates planned
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 11:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Fall is still holding on with plenty of sunshine and mild temperatures in the forecast, but last week's two-day drop cold spell was enough for resorts to start making snow for the 2024-25 ski season.
Northstar and Heavenly will open for skiing and riding on November 22, with Kirkwood following closely on December 6,
All opening dates are subject to change due to conditions. They may be adjusted as time gets closed so check on individual resorts if planning a trip.
Sierra-at-Tahoe's targeted opening date is November 29.
Letter: A new voice for South Tahoe Public Utility District
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 10:46am
I am proud to call South Lake Tahoe my home—a place where I was raised, a community that shaped who I am, and the place where I have chosen to raise my own family. After leaving for college, I always knew I would return, drawn by the unique beauty and spirit of this community. Now, as both a long-time local and a parent, I am excited at the prospect of giving back to the place that has given me so much by serving as a Board Director for the South Tahoe Public Utility District.
South Tahoe Parks Foundation partners with Tahoe Knight Monsters
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 10:40am
Event Date:
October 25, 2024 - 7:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Parks Foundation is partnering with the Tahoe Knight Monsters for a special community night on Friday, October 25. This is the Knight Monsters home opener weekend! The puck drop is at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets purchased through a special link will send a portion of proceeds directly to the Foundation, which will use the money to furnish the new South Lake Tahoe Recreation and Aquatics Center.
It took a village to build largest affordable housing project in the history of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 10:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Leaders from several state, regional, and local agencies gathered at the Sugar Pine Village last Thursday to celebrate the opening of the first phase of 68 affordable housing units. When completed, Sugar Pine Village will be a 248-unit community, transforming what was once vacant state-owned land into affordable housing for families and workers in the Tahoe region.
Forest thinning projects continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 9:28pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) forest thinning (fuels reduction) projects are underway and scheduled to continue through fall 2024, conditions and weather permitting. North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, Liberty Utilities, NV Energy, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit are working together to protect Lake Tahoe communities by reducing excess vegetation (fuels) that can feed unwanted wildfires.
Congressional candidates Kevin Kiley and Jessica Morse debate Tuesday on KCRA
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 9:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The two candidates running to represent Congressional District 3 will face off in a debate on Tuesday. While much of South Lake Tahoe does not get California television stations like KCRA, the debate can be seen on the KCRA app. Voters in District 3 include those from the northern Sierra to Death Valley, including South Lake Tahoe, other parts of El Dorado County, and Alpine, Inyo, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sierra Sacramento, and Yuba counties.
Weather temperature roller coaster in South Lake Tahoe with mostly mild days
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 7:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It will be another weather roller coaster in South Lake Tahoe this week, from highs near 70, along with a chance of rain and upper-elevation snow. Mild and dry weather will prevail at the beginning of the week, with southwest winds midweek, and unsettled weather and cooler temperatures starting overnight Sunday into early next week.
The 7-day forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Tuesday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 67. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Letter: Let's show the world how freedom works
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 12:36pm
Dear Editor. One way to keep America great is by exercising our Constitutional freedoms. When we exercise our freedoms, we are showing the world how free America is.
If a group of us are standing on a corner with signs saying “Outlaw Glazed Donuts,” then we are showing the world that Americans are free. Greatness is defined as possessing qualities like courage, compassion, wisdom, and morality. As Americans, we inspire and uplift others, and have a positive effect on the world.
City Council meeting includes hearing on affordable housing grant, TAUs, and energy upgrades
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 12:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council is on Tuesday, October 22 starting at 5:30 p.m. The meeting can be attended remotely or in person in the Council Chambers at the Lake Tahoe Airport. Spanish interpretation is available.
On the agenda:
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue hosts annual Pancake Breakfast
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 11:11am
Event Date:
October 26, 2024 - 9:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) is holding an Open House and Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station 2 on Saturday, October 26 from 9:30 a.m. to noon.
The station is located at 2951 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
This family-friendly event allows the community to meet SLTFR firefighters, learn about fire safety including the importance of smoke alarms, and enjoy pancakes!
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2024 - 10:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls 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.
October 7 - October 13, 2024
10/7
07:43 TRESPASS IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Little Norway on Us Hwy 50, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ASSISTED.
10/8
Kudos and winners list from the Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Festival
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2024 - 7:00am
Thank you for making the inaugural Lake Tahoe Documentary Film Festival an unforgettable experience! Your enthusiasm and support filled the festival with energy, passion, and a shared love for storytelling. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who attended, participated, and contributed to this celebration of documentary filmmaking.
The 2024 LTDFF Audience Choice Award Winners
Favorite Short Film: Still Alive
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2024 - 6:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of 9/30 - 10/6, 2024. Location Checks are when officers search an area at a certain address. Transient/Homeless arrests/citations and calls are those normally categorized in other columns (Drunk in Public, Trespassing, etc.) but stats are collected separately.
Log for September 30 - October 6, 2024
9.30
Calls Resulting in Arrest
TedX South Lake Tahoe speakers to focus on growth
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 8:48pm
Event Date:
October 26, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - - TEDxSouthLakeTahoe returns this October, offering an evening of inspiring talks from innovators, activists, and visionaries across various disciplines. Set for Saturday, October 26, 2024, the event will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College's Duke Theatre, located at One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA.
South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates respond to climate questions
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 8:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the City of South Lake Tahoe gets closer to its goal of achieving 100 percent renewable electricity by 2030, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, incoming council members need to understand sustainability and climate action.
Some of the City's climate goals include reducing community greenhouse gas emissions by at least 80 percent by 2040, at least 50 percent by 2030, and achieving carbon neutrality by 2045.
LTUSD Performing Arts present A Veterans Musical Tribute
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 7:38pm
Event Date:
November 13, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Unified School District Performing Arts Department will be presenting "A Veterans Musical Tribute" on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. The free event will take place in the South Tahoe Middle School multi-purpose room.
This concert is a wonderful tribute to the men and women who have served or are currently serving our country in the various branches of the military. All veterans and their families are invited to attend the concert to honor and thank them for their brave and selfless duty.
Celebrate Fall at Zephyr Cove Resort with community-driven events
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 9:50am
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Throughout October and November, enjoy festive happenings and connect with other locals at the Zephyr Cove Resort. They will be hosting a series of exciting community-focused events, including the first-ever Costume Dinner Cruise on the M.S. Dixie II, a new Community Day event, and a special cruise honoring veterans and active military personnel.
Saturday, October 26: Costume Dinner Cruise
Continued delays between Kings Beach and Tahoe City for SR28 Broadband Project
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 7:00am
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along SR-28 along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.
The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed internet into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.
Utility work and paving operations with one-way traffic control are scheduled along SR-28 at the following locations and times:
Column: Fall Vaccines: For You, For Your Family
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2024 - 6:01am
Every fall, along with cooler weather, kids back in school, and seasonal gatherings, cases of flu, RSV, and COVID typically rise. Fortunately, immunizations, or vaccines, are available that can help protect against these respiratory diseases.
Column: Team Tahoe Accelerates Forest Health
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 10:39pm
Tahoe forests are currently glowing with vibrant fall colors even as smoke lingers above the lake from prescribed fire operations. The traits of a healthy forest are integral to the way we experience this incredible place. They are also fundamental to the overall health of the watershed, the safety of our communities, and our region’s resilience to climate change.
Letter: Reasons for voting "yes" on Measure U
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 10:15pm
As someone who attended Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) schools K-12, and is currently a parent of LTUSD students, I want to share why I’m voting for Measure U from a couple of viewpoints.
Celebration of Life for Jack Francis
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 10:09pm
Jack Francis, born on July 18, 1935, lived as a true free spirit, embracing adventure at every turn. From his early years in the Navy aboard the USS Meredith to carefree summers surfing in Newport Beach and winters skiing in Aspen, Jack’s love for excitement and new experiences knew no bounds.
Eldorado Forest to issue Christmas Tree permits
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 6:35pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit announced in September they will be pausing their Christmas Tree permit program for several years except for those in 4th grade. For others, there are options for those seeking the experience to cut down their tree for the holidays.
Wrong-way DUI driver sentenced to 8 years for causing substantial bodily harm to state trooper
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 6:18pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - James Arthur Coolbaugh learned his fate this week, one year after he drove a pickup truck northbound on U.S. Highway 395 through the Carson Valley, using the southbound lanes of travel, before hitting Nevada State Police Trooper Ross Miller in a nearly head-on situation.
South Tahoe High students hit the big screen Saturday with "Horse-Play"
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 4:06pm
Event Date:
October 19, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High School (STHS) student group, ASMC, is bringing its first movie to Heavenly Village Cinemas on Saturday, October 19 at 6 p.m.
Over the past two winters, STHS students have hit the slopes to create a snowboarding and skiing movie, and those efforts will now be on the big screen in "Horse-Play."
South Lake Tahoe Library holds annual Fall Fest
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 8:36am
Event Date:
October 31, 2024 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Community Hub 5 invites the community to its annual Fall Fest on Thursday, October 31 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There will be community resources for all and trick-or-treating for children ages 12 years and under on the library grounds--wear your costumes! The library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd. South Lake Tahoe.
For more info, please call the South Lake Tahoe Library at 530-573-3185.
Sponsored by First 5 and Friends of the Library.
Forest Service starts year-long public use surveys on Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 7:32am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Visitor Use Monitoring (NVUM) survey is underway on USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) National Forest lands. It will continue through Sep. 30, 2025. The public can expect to encounter California State University, Chico, employees working near developed recreation sites and along National Forest roads. They will be out in all weather conditions wearing bright orange vests near signs that say, “Traffic Survey Ahead.”
Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe seeking unsung heroes
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 10:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Over the past year, our community has produced many volunteers who gave service, without being asked or reimbursed, to people who really needed it. They didn't do it because it was their job or to win any awards or recognition, but just because they felt that it was the right thing to do. They acted with their hearts.
Letter: Measure N is unnecessary
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 9:25pm
Dear Editor; Seems like many people are overlooking the main reason to vote against Measure N, the “Vacancy Tax”. The truth is that it is totally unnecessary. It is a poorly conceived plan to solve a problem that is already being very successfully dealt with through many prior years of
Changing winters are impacting Lake Tahoe and other freshwater ecosystems
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 9:11pm
As temperatures rise, particularly in alpine regions, lakes are feeling the heat. Research published today in the journal Science, led by researchers at the Carnegie Institution for Science, indicates that climate change impacts critical winter processes including lake ice conditions. Changes in lake ice conditions impact the function of ecosystems and the communities that live nearby.
New deputy director named for the Douglas County Community Services Department
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 8:53pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Community Services Department has announced the appointment of Ryan Stanton as its new deputy director. With 17 years of dedicated service to the County and an extensive background in parks management, Stanton is poised to make a significant impact in his new role.
“The Community Services Department is confident that Ryan’s extensive experience and deep-rooted commitment to Douglas County will lead to continued growth and development in the department and across the organization,” said Community Services Director, Brook Adie.
Recap from LTUSD board meeting - new trustee appointed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 8:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Ellen Camacho has been appointed as the new Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) trustee for Area 1, replacing Larry Reilly who did not seek re-election. Since nobody from Area 1 filed to run for office, LTUSD accepted applications and Camacho was announced during a special meeting on October 8. She will officially begin her duties after being sworn in at the December 12, 2024, board meeting.
Two days of Meyers Mountain Fall Festival this weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 7:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A new event is coming to the South Shore--Meyers Mountain Fall Festival--on October 19-20, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Think Apple Hill meets Oktoberfest and you'll get an idea of the fun festival at Tahoe Paradise Park.
Kree Abravanel, co-founder of Meyers Mountain Market and Music in the Park is bringing this new two-day event for the community to enjoy. Two days filled with fun, food, and fall festivities.
Message from South Tahoe High School Principal Justin Zunino on school's progress and future plans
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 3:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - South Tahoe High School (STHS) is excited to share its recent accomplishments and initiatives for the 2024-25 school year. With a strong start, the school highlights updates in student enrollment, academics, extracurriculars, and student support systems.
Enrollment and Demographics
Prepare your Lake Tahoe home for cold temperatures
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 2:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a cold one overnight in South Lake Tahoe, and overnight temperatures below freezing look like they're here to stay for a while.
As temperatures begin to drop, protecting your home plumbing from the damage and expense caused by frozen pipes is essential. Remember these tips to prepare your home for chilly temps.
Before freezing temperatures set in:
Turn off and drain irrigation systems.
Disconnect and drain all outdoor hoses.
Insulate exposed pipes or faucets.
Seal holes and cracks in exterior walls, foundation, and around pipes.
Letter: Bob Anderson for LTUSD Board
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 1:57pm
We are endorsing Bob Anderson for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District school board because he will be an outstanding advocate for the students and will make sure the district is transparent in how it is managed. Bob moved to South Lake Tahoe in 1985 with five years of experience teaching in Southern California. He then taught in LTUSD for 26 years at several different levels and school sites.
Seasonal closure of Lake Tahoe recreation sites started with beaches over the weekend
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 11:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has begun the annual process of closing National Forest recreational facilities around the Lake Tahoe Basin for the winter season. Seasonal closures apply to many recreation areas and sites including beaches, campgrounds, forest roads, parking lots, and picnic areas.
Campgrounds on LTBMU land managed by Tahoe Recreation, a division of Vista Recreation, closed Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, and included Fallen Leaf, William Kent, Kaspian, and Nevada Beach campgrounds.
Fish and Wildlife has not found evidence of wolves in Lake Tahoe Basin or Hope Valley
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 10:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There was excitement back in 2011 when the first wolf sighting in California in almost 90 years was made when "OR-7" crossed into California northeast of Dorris, a small town in Siskiyou County. Even though OR-7 is back in Oregon, there have been several confirmed sightings of wolves in California.
Tahoe Chamber announces election endorsements
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 8:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Chamber has a long history of developing and offering election endorsements to those candidates for local office whose approach, demeanor, and values most closely match our
mission and values as a bi-state community-based business organization. This year, the chamber board of directors also endorsed a No vote on Measure N, the so-called South Lake Tahoe “vacancy tax” and a Yes vote on Measure U, the proposed Lake Tahoe Unified School District school facilities improvement bond.
No on Measure N - The South Tahoe “Vacancy Tax”
New business licenses issued in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 12:13pm
The following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during August and September 2024:
August
8/5
MOUNTAIN VOLT ERIDES
AMERICAN RIVER CAULKING, INC.
A+ HANDYMAN SERVICE
QUICK-FAST COMPUTER AND PHONE REPAIRS
8/6
SIERRA STRIPING, INC
8/9
PRO SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION INC.
HEAVENLY VILLAGE ICE RINK
8/10
RIDGELINE CLEANING AND ORGANIZING
8/12
JCR CONSTRUCTION INC
TILO PRODUCTS INC.
CONCRETE VALUE CORP
8/13
LAKE RIDGE HOTEL
HAFGUFA DESIGNS
LEVEL 1 ROOFING
RAMOS ROOFING GROUP
8/14
TAYLOR MADE CONSTRUCTION
8/16
Plans underway to open a Brew Brothers at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 11:37am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Harrah’s Lake Tahoe has announced that construction is underway for Brew Brothers, a new craft beer and dining venue set to open in 2025 (it was previously stated in a press release that this date was 2026 and it has been corrected). Located just off Harrah’s casino floor, Brew Brothers will provide a lively and immersive experience that offers refreshing drinks and delicious bites while complementing the energy of the casino.
Lake Tahoe Historical Society hosts popular Giant Snowflake Making days
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 11:26am
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Thu Oct 24 2024 .
October 23, 2024 - 11:00am
October 24, 2024 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society (LTHS) is hosting two days of its Giant Paper Flake Making classes at 10 a.m. on October 23 and 24. Learn how to make the paper flake from one of many patterns available. Each participant will make two or more flakes, with one of them to take home, and the others to stay in the museum.
All flakes made for the museum will be hanging from the museum's ceiling during the holidays and available for purchase!
The cost to participate is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers.
Karen "Penny" Bennett Martin ~ 1955 - 2024
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 10:51am
Karen Ingrid “Penny” Bennett Martin passed away at age 69 on October 11, 2024. She was born in Iraan, Texas on April 18, 1955. Her parents were Eugene “Gene” Bennett and Margareta “Peg” Barber. She was raised by her Great grandparents who named her “Penny” from her copper-colored hair, and then by her paternal grandparents, Gene “Chile” Bennett and Mary Belle “Mama” Bennett.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office arrests suspect wanted for violent school threats made in Sonoma County
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 10:28am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A suspect who allegedly made violent threats against an elementary school in Sonoma County, Calif. was arrested at Lake Tahoe on Monday evening. Earlier in the day, detectives with the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office said the suspect, Kevin Harrington, 47, of Santa Rosa, was likely in the South Lake Tahoe area.
Drug Take Bay Day in South Lake Tahoe October 26
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 11:59pm
Event Date:
October 26, 2024 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Have bottles of prescriptions sitting unused in your medicine cabinet?
A free and anonymous disposal site for expired and unused drugs will be in the American Legion Post 795 parking lot at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, on October 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as part of National Drug Take Back Day. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) in conjunction with the Tahoe Alliance for Safe Kids (TASK) will be hosting the event. TASK and SLTPD will both be on hand to answer any questions or address any concerns the public may have.
