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Bob Regan is a songwriter in Nashville, Tennessee. He was raised in South Lake Tahoe in the 1960s. Regan Beach is named after his late father, Thomas F. Regan. This was originally published in the Boston Globe. It has been two years since the Caldor Fire started in Grizzly Flats before it burned 221,835 acres.

The map of the Caldor Fire looked like an angry earwig, its red pincers closing around the exact location of my summer cabin on Strawberry Creek near Lake Tahoe, CA. I gave my retirement dream no more than a ten percent chance of surviving the next forty-eight hours.

The Washoe County Health District (WCHD) is reporting a confirmed Hantavirus case in a Washoe County resident.

The person is a male in his 60s who has been hospitalized after being exposed to rodent droppings weeks prior. There is no update on the person’s condition and the investigation is ongoing.

This is the first Hantavirus case reported in Washoe County since November 2022. The last Hantavirus death was reported in December 2020.

UPDATE: Bill Roberts has been found and is in good health after a search party started Sunday to locate the Lake Tahoe man in the Sequoia National Park. See and update here: https://southtahoenow.com/story/08/14/2023/missing-hiker-bill-roberts-good-health-after-being-locate...

SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. – A search is underway in Sequoia National Park for hiker Bill Roberts, 76, of Lake Tahoe, Calif.

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and its contractors continue work on SR431 and SR28 at Incline Village. The NDOT and Q&D Construction's SR 431-28 Tahoe Project is a multi-year highway improvement project that will revitalize and enhance the existing roadways and utility/drainage systems helping preserve pavement and protect Lake Tahoe.

Drivers can expect reduced speeds through the work zone and up to 30-minute delays. Construction operations are weather-dependent and subject to change.

The following is the upcoming work schedule:

PLACER COUNTY – Caltrans is advising motorists of continued traffic-interfering work on State Highway 28 in North Lake Tahoe next week.

Southwest Gas and its contractor, Q&D Construction, continue to work on a gas line replacement project on Highway 28 between Tahoe City and Kings Beach.

One-way traffic control is scheduled between Center Street and Ridgewood Road in Carnelian Bay from Sunday, August 13 at 7 p.m. until Friday, August 18 at 8 a.m. No work is scheduled on the weekend.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For years, South Lake Tahoe residents have been expressing their desire to bring California television stations to Spectrum/Charter Communications, and other cable and satellite providers. There have been letters and telephone conversations with government officials, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and KCRA and other Sacramento television stations.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - “It’s a privilege to work with such a wonderful crew of volunteers who give their time, talents, and hearts to the community,” shared Phil Weidinger, as he and his Weidinger PR staff members hosted the Monday Meal served at St. Theresa Grace Hall on July 31. Phil, Weidinger PR’s Chief Incite Officer, and his Adopt A Day team members Jenn Boyd Lemming, Lucy Priest, and Christina Proctor, also brought their “A” game in their efforts to help feed the dinner guests at the weekly meal they sponsored.

I am very pleased to learn that Caltrans decided to maintain the existing speed limit along U.S. 50 and SR 89 in the City of South Lake Tahoe for the next 14 years. I want to thank all of those who wrote letters and spoke out in opposition to raising the speed, the City Council for holding a public hearing on the matter and supporting us, and Caltrans for listening.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After heavy public input about the proposed speed limit change along US50 and SR89 in South Lake Tahoe, Caltrans has agreed to keep the existing speed limits. The public comments from the June 20 City Council meeting and input from the City have led to the speed limits remaining the same for at least the next 14 years.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Happy Homestead Cemetery District has a new newsletter out, and they'd like to inform the community of the upcoming events.

Veterans Day Ceremony - November
Day of the Dead Ceremony- November
Wreaths Across America- December

If you would like to purchase a Military Brick, there is still enough time to have the engravings complete by Veterans Day.

If you would like to purchase an engraving on the Public Safety Wall, these engravings can be completed as well.

Stop by the office to place your order, bricks and engravings are $100.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The fun continues at Tahoe Paradise Park on Friday, August 11 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. for the third concert of the Music in the Park series.

Jelly Bread is headlining with their "desert twang, urban funk and rock sound."

Grab your lawn chairs, coolers, picnic baskets, blankets, and grab your spot on the lawn near the clubhouse.

The concert is free but organizers accept donations.

The final Music in the Park show will be on September 1 with Boot Juice with their river rock and Americana sound.

6:15PM Update: Traffic is moving but the road is not completely clear. Use caution if driving near US50/SR28.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There is a major incident near the intersection of US50 and SR28 at the top of Spooner Summit. There are few details at this time but the Nevada State Police Highway Division is reporting an injury crash and all lanes are blocked.

It was reported at 3:45 p.m. Thursday.

If new information becomes available this story will be updated.

KINGS BEACH, Calif. - The Washoe Tribe called Da-ow-a-ga (or as we know it, Lake Tahoe) as their home for centuries, and two members of the tribe were at the 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit Wednesday to share the importance of the lake to their people.

"Tahoe is not only beautiful for us, this is life, the heart of our people," explained Washoe Chairman Serrell Smokey. "The earth and water gave us life."

Chairman Smokey said that after they were forced out of the Lake Tahoe Basin they are coming back to work together to not only acknowledge the Washoe land but to protect it.

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD) is warning of an increased risk of water rescues at Lake Tahoe due to the cold water temperatures. The water temperature at Lake Tahoe is currently 67 degrees, which is considered cold water. Cold water can quickly lead to cold water shock, swim failure, and hypothermia, which can be deadly.

“We have already responded to several water rescues this summer,” said NLTFPD Fire Chief Ryan Sommers. “We want to remind everyone to be aware of the dangers of cold water and to take precautions to stay safe.”

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Ring in the New Year with Excision in Lake Tahoe at the new Tahoe Blue Event Center. Excision will be at Big Blue December 30-31.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – It's not going to be cheap, but when all is said and done, South Lake Tahoe will have a state-of-the-art recreation and aquatic center for all ages.

During its August 8 meeting, the South Lake Tahoe City Council unanimously approved the center which will cost about $70M.

To accomplish this, the Council approved the issuance of 2023 Lease Revenue Bonds for $55M, combined with $12.4M already collected from Measure P funds, $1M from Measure S, $2.7M from ARPA unallocated funds along with some other sources.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join South Lake Tahoe Mayor Cristi Creegan and the City's Complete Streets Program Manager, Jason Burke, on a Community Hike on Thursday, August 24 at 5:30 p.m. They will be sharing the history of the Class I bike trails, new additions to the trails, and future expansions along the bike trail adjacent to El Dorado Beach (one-mile round trip).

Following the hike, join them for some ice cream while overlooking the lake at Lakeview Commons (dairy-free options will be available).

Opioid use disorder (OUD) is a complex and challenging condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It is crucial to approach this issue with compassion, empathy, and a focus on harm reduction strategies. By understanding OUD and using de-stigmatizing language, we can promote a more inclusive and supportive environment for those affected by this condition.

KINGS BEACH, Calif. - Going to the 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit in the Kings Beach State Recreation Area on Wednesday? On-site parking will be very limited that day and attendees are encouraged to use public transportation, walk, or use a complimentary shuttle service to get to and from the summit. There will also be a bicycle valet service courtesy of the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition.

Full STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Ahead event is a free, bilingual (Spanish + English) community, family-friendly event at Tahoe Backyard, Kings Beach. This event merges science and art with interactive stations designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking in the participants of all ages and bring attention to the beauty of science.

Unleash your inner scientist and artist at the Full STEAM Ahead event on Friday, August 18 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Tahoe Backyard, 8428 Trout Ave., Kings Beach.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of July 25-31, 2023. 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 July 25-31, 2023

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EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Behavioral Health Division invites the public to provide input on the annual update to its Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan. The update covers fiscal years 2023/24 to 25/26.

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.

July 20 - August 2, 2023

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00:20 NOISE DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Camp Richardson on Jameson Beach Rd. in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ADVISED.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado Amador Prescribed Burn Association (PBA) is hosting a workshop on August 12 in South Lake Tahoe to introduce landowners to the use of prescribed fire on private lands and the burn planning process.

The El Dorado Amador PBA would like to invite interested landowners to a prescribed burn planning workshop at the South Lake Tahoe Library, 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd on Saturday, August 12, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The workshop will provide a basic introduction to fire behavior and prescribed fire, with no prior experience necessary.