Latest Stories
Sierra Educational Foundation hosts Community Skier/Boarder Cross
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 7:28pm
Event Date:
March 16, 2024 - 8:00pm
Join the Sierra Educational Foundation on Saturday, March 16 when they host the Community Skier / Boarder Cross. Join them for a seriously fun, unserious
competition. All ages and abilities are welcome. Green costumes and decorations are welcome.
There is a $40 Entry Fee. Check-in starts at 8 a.m. in the Aspen Cafe at Sierra-at-Tahoe.
The awards ceremony and fundraiser raffle an hour after the race ends. Follow them on Instagram @SierraEducationalFoundation for more details on the ceremony.
To sign up, visit https://sierrateams.org/event/snowboard-cross-and-ski-cross/.
Annual Saint Patrick's Day dinner at Saint Theresa Church
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 7:02pm
Event Date:
March 17, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to Saint Theresa Church's annual Saint Patrick's Dinner on Sunday, March 17 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Enjoy traditional corned beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, and Irish soda bread prepared by the Knights of Columbus.
Tickets will be sold after the Masses on Sunday and at the door. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids 5-12.
Saint Theresa Grace Hall is located at 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe.
Dogs invited to St. Barles' Day celebration at South Lake Brewing
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 11:04am
Event Date:
March 16, 2024 - 1:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Celebrate brew dog Barley's 11th birthday at South Lake Brewing Company on Saturday, March 16 at 1 p.m.
The annual St. Barles' Day celebration includes the release of a new beer and a limited-edition Pet Dogs Drink Beer T-shirt with sales benefitting the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe.
Bring your furry friends to the Brewery on a leash to participate in the pet costume contest. They’ll also have free live music by Kyle Kirchubel from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Get Rad Pizza will be on-site serving up their signature pies.
Whittell High School remodel on Douglas County School District agenda
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 10:44am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The next meeting of the Douglas County School Board will be held on Tuesday, March 12 at 4 p.m.
Registration open for spring and summer junior tennis camps at Zephyr Cove Tennis Club
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/09/2024 - 7:43pm
Spring and summer junior tennis camps are now open for registration at the Zephyr Cove Tennis Club. The camps will be led by the club’s head pro, Dave
Nostrant, a USPTA Elite Pro, has decades of experience teaching all ages and
abilities. The junior programs are open for youth ages 5 and over. Register online at www.zctennis.com/schedule/junior-tennis/.
El Dorado County VHR ordinance evaluations to be presented at Lake Tahoe open house
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/09/2024 - 5:55pm
Event Date:
March 20, 2024 - 5:30pm
The public is invited to an open house to get updates on the El Dorado County vacation home rental (VHR) ordinance on Wednesday, March 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Beach Retreat and Lodge Event Center.
Supervisor Brooke Laine assembled a VHR Advisory Committee to discuss the current ordinance, looking at what works, and what doesn't. They will share their evaluation during the meeting on Wednesday. The committee is recommending changes to:
• Effective Complaint Management & Enforcement
• Increase Fines and Penalties
• Stronger Compliance & Standards
Tour Lake Tahoe as never before - Circumnavigate with TERC
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/09/2024 - 5:28pm
Join the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) for the 4th annual circumnavigate Lake Tahoe, a fundraising event to support science around the lake and beyond while kayaking Lake Tahoe. This kayaking event will take place over seven days, starting Monday, June 17, and concluding Sunday, June 23, 2024.
Daylight saving time begins Sunday, time to spring forward!
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/09/2024 - 5:02pm
One sure sign of spring is the annual changing of the clock as Daylight Saving Time begins. On Sunday, March 10, 2024 at 2 a.m., most states will move their clocks forward one hour.
1784 - The idea of daylight saving is first conceived by Benjamin Franklin.
1914-1918 - Britain goes on DLS during World War I.
March 19, 1918 - The Standard Time Act establishes time zones and daylight saving. Daylight saving is repealed in 1919, but continues to be recognized in certain areas of the United States.
1945-1966 - There is no federal law regarding Daylight Saving Time.
Robert (Bob) A. McDowell ~ March 25, 1943 - February 20, 2024
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/09/2024 - 2:10pm
February 20, 2024, sadly marked the passing of Robert (Bob) A. McDowell at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada after a long, heroic battle with kidney disease. He was 80.
Bob was born in Berkeley, California to William and Patricia McDowell. He graduated from El Cerrito High School and received his B.S. in Natural Resources Conservation in 1967 and his Master of Science in Forest Management in 1973 from Humboldt State University. He earned a Graduate Level Certificate for Environmental Planning at UC Davis.
Weak weather systems could bring some snow to Lake Tahoe through Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 4:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The weekend forecast is much different than last week's blizzard, and once we get through a series of small weather systems next weekend looks fabulous!
The series of quick-hitting systems bring chances of showers and breezes over the weekend into early next week. A travel period to watch will be from Sunday afternoon through Tuesday when intermittent Sierra impacts will be possible.
The National Weather Service in Reno forecast for South Lake Tahoe:
Saturday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 47. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Frustration over snow removal issues in the county portion of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 4:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Storms come, and storms go at Lake Tahoe. Snow is nothing new, but what happened in the El Dorado County part of Lake Tahoe caught many but surprise, and left them angry.
After feet of snow fell last weekend, snowplows were deployed to get to the roads and remove snow. The problem with this storm for county residents was the lack of plows that came to clear the roads. Some zones got one sweep by a plow each day, while residents along Upper Truckee Road and its sidestreets did not see a plow for a few days, leaving deep snow for vehicles to navigate.
Man arrested after high speed chase from Minden to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 1:14pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A man has been arrested after allegedly leading deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) on a high-speed chase from Gardnerville to South Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe Arts Project brings Backtrack Vocals to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 7:01am
Event Date:
March 22, 2024 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - Backtrack Vocals, an A Cappella Quintet, will be visiting South Lake Tahoe schools from March 18-22 as part of the Tahoe Arts Project's annual programming. The week will wrap up with a public performance on Friday, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College's Due Theatre.
South Lake Tahoe City Council agenda: renter's assistance program. roads and road audit, budget and more
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 7:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 9 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the airport. The public can participate in person or online (instructions and viewing options here).
The agenda includes the mid-year budget review, an update on the 2024 Road Rehabilitation Program, and:
A presentation on a basin entry fee.
Volunteer drivers, cooks and office staff needed for Senior Nutrition Program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 8:26pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Senior Nutrition Program is currently in great need of volunteers to help in the Senior Nutrition kitchen, provide office support, or drive meals to homebound seniors enrolled in the County’s Home Delivered Meals Program.
The program operates in South Lake Tahoe and on the west slope of the county and volunteers are needed in all areas.
Cuppa Tahoe: Real Men are 5’8″ (a dry stand-up comedy show)
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 8:06pm
Event Date:
March 9, 2024 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Are you looking for a fun night in South Lake Tahoe? Cuppa Tahoe presents Real Men Are 5’8″, a night of stand-up comedy on Saturday, March 9.
It’s more than entertainment. It’s a spectacle.
Two people in the same room. At the same time. Both are 5'8" - wow. This stand-up comedy show will leave you wow-ed with real masculinity, seriously.
Doors will open at 7 p.m. and the show will start at 7:30 p.m. The first 10 sold are only $10! Buy now as they will be more expensive at the door.
Howie Mandel live stand-up comedy at Bally's Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 1:59pm
Event Date:
July 12, 2024 - 7:00pm
Late-Nite Productions has announced an evening of stand-up comedy with actor, host, comedian, and producer Howie Mandel for one night only in Lake Tahoe during Celebrity Golf Week. This is taking place on Friday, June 12, 2024, at the Bally's Lake Tahoe Showroom. Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster.com or by visiting/calling the Bally's Box Office at 775.588.3515.
Inclusive Economic Prosperity in Tahoe topic of speaker series tonight
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 11:57am
Event Date:
March 7, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Zain Ali will be the keynote speaker tonight at the Tahoe Prosperity Center's second event of the Envision Tahoe Talks speaker series. Ali, the designer of the original Instacart app and South Tahoe resident, will share his breadth of professional experience and discuss how Tahoe can grow its economy, be more inclusive, and allow more to thrive.
This is free to attend and will take place at South of North Brewery, 932 Stateline Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe save lives and landfill with thrift store
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 11:46am
TRUCKEE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has been in the business of saving lives for 30 years and now has entered the business of saving landfills, too. HSTT opened Thrifty Tails Boutique Thrift Store in August of 2023 with two thoughts in mind, generate income to help pets in need and keep more of the community’s second-hand items out of the landfill. Not only does HSTT give pets a second chance at life, but now clothing, home goods, shoes, and more also get a second chance.
Community invited to American Legion St. Patrick’s Day dinner fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 7:00am
Event Date:
March 17, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the American Legion Post 795 at their annual St. Patrick’s Day dinner fundraiser on Sunday, March 14 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Besides a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner, there will be live music with Cash Only.
Dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and the doors are open until 10 p.m. Cash Only will be playing from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Tickets for the dinner which includes side dishes, rolls, and dessert are $25 per person. Tickets for music only are $10 per person. Pre-sale tickets and food “To Go” will be available.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2024 - 6:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of Feb. 19 - Feb. 25, 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 February 19 - February 25, 2024
2/19
Arrests
None
Other Calls
01:10 Emergency Hang-up - Occurred on Spruce Ave. Disposition: CLEAR NO FURTHER.
Op/Ed: Housing and school enrollment in a mountaintop community going through change
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 12:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A look in the rearview mirror is needed to understand much of what is happening in South Lake Tahoe today, especially where housing and school enrollment are concerned. It is always important to understand the past, how we got to today, and prepare to adjust to the future with a look through the front window.
Enrollment in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) peaked in the 1994-95 school year when there was an all-time high of 5,978 students, a number that has been dwindling ever since.
Community invited to support Zephyr Cove Elementary at Night in Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 12:07pm
Event Date:
March 26, 2024 - 5:30pm
The Zephyr Cove Elementary School (ZCES) Parents Club invites the community to join us for our annual fundraising event Night in Tahoe on Tuesday,
March 26, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Tahoe Blue Event Center. This is their largest fundraiser of the year and monies raised go to support the school's art and music programs, updating their Literacy Library, school enhancements, and STEM projects.
Tickets are on sale now for $75 each and can be purchased online at zcesparentsclub.org.
South Lake Tahoe resident and former CHP officer Don Elston passes away
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 11:57am
Don Elston, a longtime South Lake Tahoe resident, has passed away. A full obituary will be created but the family wanted his local friends to know.
Don Elston, born August 25, 1942, spent 29 years with the California Highway Patrol. He was in West Los Angeles and Barstow before relocating to the South Lake Tahoe office.
He and his wife Hedy were married for 40 years, 38 of those in South Lake Tahoe.
Sadly, Don passed away on March 5, 2024, at the age of 81.
Second credit card skimmer found on South Lake Tahoe 7-11 POS system
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 11:33am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A second credit/debit card skimming device has been found on a 7-11 point-of-sale (POS) system in South Lake Tahoe. On Wednesday, a customer at the 7-11 on Emerald Bay Road found the device and pulled it off the machine.
Travel and tourism industry members at Lake Tahoe for 36th annual Go West Summit.
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 10:35am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Tahoe Blue Events Center was transformed into what looked like a massive speed dating event for members of the tourism industry last week during the 36th annual Go West Summit. The summit connects tourism industry suppliers from across the West with buyers and media from around the world.
The Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority (LTVA) hosted the event this year, and they rolled out the blue carpet for the long list of participants. The focus of the event is to have participants learn about destinations and what they have to offer.
El Dorado County Civil Grand Jury seeks new members - informational meeting in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 8:58am
Event Date:
March 27, 2024 - 6:00pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - A very important part of the government process, the Civil Grand Jury, is looking for new members. In June 2023, the El Dorado County Civil Grand Jury completed its investigative report of the county's building and planning department. The jury's actions are a result of complaints, concerns, and annual reviews, and the results are compiled in a report that is presented to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors.
Bureau of Indian Affairs to hold public meeting on Painted Rock Mine
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 8:25am
Event Date:
March 20, 2024 - 4:30pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is scheduled to hold a public meeting to allow members of the public to learn about the Painted Rock Mine Draft Environmental Assessment. The in-person public comment meeting is scheduled to occur on March 20, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center (1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville, Nevada). The public meeting will include a short presentation, time to converse with subject-matter experts, and time to make a verbal public comment on the content of the revised Environmental Assessment.
South Lake Tahoe business sells liquor to minor, has ABC license temporarily suspended
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 2:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A South Lake Tahoe business, Mi Pueblo Market on Pioneer Trail, had its California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license temporarily suspended after selling to a minor decoy. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department, along with agents of the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), conducted a minor decoy operation in November 2023. During that operation, a clerk at the business sold alcohol to a minor decoy.
South Lake Tahoe teen hit by vehicle on icy road in Meyers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 2:26pm
This story has been updated with new details:
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 15-year-old South Lake Tahoe teen was hospitalized on Saturday after getting pinned between a snowbank and a Jeep Wrangler.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) of South Lake Tahoe is still investigating, but the initial report shows they received a call at approximately 4:26 p.m. on March 2, about multiple vehicles in a collision and an injury on an extremely icy road.
Letter to the Editor: Rebuttal to Douglas County Commissioner's "mudslinging"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 12:44pm
Fellow Douglas County residents, now you see what I have been dealing with the last couple of years regarding Commissioner Danny Tarkanian’s focus on destroying my long-time property management business to help a rich and powerful friend.
South Tahoe Refuse issues service alert
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 11:34am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe Refuse (STR) is making efforts to reach those scheduled for collection this week, however, due to hazardous road conditions and challenges navigating narrow roadways, there may be delays or missed garbage/recycling pick-ups in certain service areas for the week of March 4, 2024.
Awesome Easter event for kids in South Lake Tahoe at Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 10:58am
Event Date:
March 17, 2024 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church is hosting a free, fun event, "AWESOME EASTER," for all kids in grades TK-6. This event will be held on Sunday, March 17 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
They will be celebrating Easter with crafts, singing, games and munchies.
Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church is located at 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe.
To register, contact the church by March 10 by calling 530-544-3757 or via email tahoepreschurchevents@gmail.com. More information is available at
www.tahoepres.org.
No big storms on the horizon for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 9:58am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As many are in the middle of the "Big Dig" after the recent blizzard, there are some thoughts about the upcoming forecast. Luckily for Lake Tahoe residents, the next system due Tuesday is heading north of I80, with concerns for those in Lassen county, and a chance of snow to the south in Mono County. As we escape this one, it looks like things will be totally cleared out on Friday as a small ridge develops. But, sorry, don't get too comfortable with those sunny skies and no wind yet.
Letter to the Editor: A divisive initiative
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 9:08am
Congratulations are in order for Scott, Amelia, and Nick. Judging from last week’s City Council meeting (as well as all of the letters to the editors), your proposed vacancy tax has become the most divisive issue that has affected SLT in decades. You’ve pitted the old against the young, the haves against the have-nots, families who have roots that are decades old against newcomers.
Barton Health named to Newsweek "World's Best Hospitals" list for 4th consecutive year
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 8:49am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health has earned a spot on Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2024 List for the fourth consecutive year. The list is determined by data prepared by Statista Inc., the respected global data research firm, and rates all hospitals on important quality and safety measures. Barton is proud to feature this achievement among a list of accolades pointing to high-quality care, consistently performing above average among hospitals nationwide.
Kudos: South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club donates $2,500 to Bread & Broth 4 Kids
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 10:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club recently presented Bread & Broth 4 Kids (BB4K) a check for $2,500 for use in feeding local students.
South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club Past President Lee Nichel presented the check to Cheryl Breitwieser, BB4K co-chairperson.
Unity at the Lake celebrates 30 years with Bittmans returning to center leadership
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 10:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Unity at the Lake, (UATL) a South Lake Tahoe nondenominational spiritual center, is celebrating 30 years of community this year and Rev. Dr. Stew Bittman and Rev. Hillary Bittman have returned to serve as spiritual leaders. The Bittmans have a long history with UATL first serving as the spiritual leaders in 2007.
South Lake Tahoe community meeting to discuss housing solutions
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 10:06pm
Event Date:
March 11, 2024 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to join the City of South Lake Tahoe housing staff and other community members to share ideas and discuss potential solutions to housing affordability challenges in South Lake Tahoe.
City staff will provide a quick update on current programs and other information.
The event will take place on Monday, March 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the City's Recreation Center, 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
RSVP to jwackenhut@cityofslt.us.
Snow Day again for Lake Tahoe Unified School District
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 8:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - All Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) schools will be closed on Tuesday, March 5, due to road conditions and their inability to safely operate buses in certain areas of the district.
LTUSD said they are experiencing challenges in Meyers, Christmas Valley, sections off of Pioneer Trail, Upper Truckee, and portions of Highway 50.
Additionally, many of their staff members have communicated they cannot get to school safely on Tuesday.
Berkeley man run over by truck he was helping push up hill in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 7:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 60-year-old man from Berkeley, Calif. suffered major injuries on Sunday after helping the truck in which he was a passenger rolled over him.
On Sunday, March 3 at about 12:22 p.m., a 73-year-old man from Vacaville was attempting to drive his Ford F350 up Mandan Street just north of Apache Avenue. It was snowing, the wind was blowing and the roads were snowy and icy, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The truck couldn't make it up the steep hill and the two passengers got up to help push the truck, along with people from vehicles behind them.
Kudos: Liberty hosts Bread & Broth community meal
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 8:49am
On February 26th, the Liberty Employees Resource Group, Women of Liberty, and its allies, proudly hosted Bread & Broth’s (B&B) Monday Meal.
“We are so excited to volunteer at this amazing B&B dinner,” shared Leah Casaul, senior regulatory analyst. “Such a great turn out and every Bread & Broth volunteer made the evening fun, seamless, and easy. Every B&B volunteer was so friendly and genuinely passionate about giving back to the community.”
Monday morning closures and delays for El Dorado County at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 8:19amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado County courts in South Lake Tahoe are closed today. Courts on the west slope are assigned for:
- All Small Claims and Unlawful Detainer matters that are pending in Department 4 will be assigned to Department 12.
- All Domestic Violence and Civil Harassment Restraining Order matters that are pending in Department 4 will be assigned to Department 12.
• All Family Law Law & Motion matters that are pending in Department 4 will be assigned to Department 12.
South Tahoe Middle School students win Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra essay and poster contests
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/03/2024 - 9:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students from South Tahoe Middle School (STMS) were recognized by the Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) club at their meeting on Thursday. The sixth-eighth graders were the winners of the club's Challenge Day essay and poster contests following the school's Challenge Day program.
After the SITS Club helped sponsor the two-day Challenge Day program, they opened two contests for all students to win a prize purse of $2,000 by writing essays and/or creating posters.
Algae Blooms at Lake Tahoe: TERC, Tech, and You
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/03/2024 - 8:11pm
Event Date:
March 21, 2024 - 6:00pm
On Thursday, March 21, 2024, UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) proudly hosts a lecture about Algae Blooms at Lake Tahoe: TERC, Tech, and You. This special event will feature a panel of TERC experts including Staff Research Associate Brandon Berry, PhD candidate Samantha Sharp, and Education and Outreach Director Heather Segale. The in-person event will be held at Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge in their Emerald Room. Dinners will be 20 percent off for interested guests.
Peter and the Starcatcher coming to LTCC
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/03/2024 - 7:12pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Mar 17 2024 .
March 15, 2024 (All day)
Event Date:
March 16, 2024 (All day)
Event Date:
March 17, 2024 (All day) “O, pity the child who lives in a fact-based world!"
Get hooked! On this winner of 5 Tony awards as Lake Tahoe Community College in association with 4th Wall Down Productions presents Peter and the Starcatcher.
Based on the best-selling book by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, this zany tale weaves the origin story of Peter Pan from nameless orphan boy (played by Oliver Randolph) to the hero who must keep the ruthlessly poetic pirate Captain Black Stache (played by Dave Hamilton) from capturing starstuff.
Location
Duke Theatre
1 College Drive
United States
See map: Google Maps
Snow Day Monday for many Lake Tahoe area schools
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/03/2024 - 5:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - All Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) schools will be closed on Monday, March 4 due to the heavy weekend storms. Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe will also be closed.
It will also be a snow day for all Truckee Tahoe Unified School District schools. All school activities are canceled unless otherwise notified.
Tahoe casinos "win" figure $18.2 million in January
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/03/2024 - 2:44pm
Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,279,418,577 for January 2024, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board's monthly report released Thursday. This amounts to a .51 percent increase compared to the same month a year ago when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,272,953,912 *. For the fiscal year to date (since July), the gaming win has increased by 4.77 percent with $9,285,452,921 in "win".
The "gaming win" represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
US50 at Echo reopens; update on other roads around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/03/2024 - 8:26am
From Caltrans: This morning's situation on US50 on Echo Summit is what they say is "a sluff," not a slide. It was in the bluffs east of the summit on the lake side, not in the avalanche zone. This is an area of steep rocks and the snow will shed naturally. It was about 3 feet of snow in the westbound lane. There were no injuries and crews were able to clear it quickly, in about a half hour. It's a common occurrence amplified by the rapid and substantial snowfall. Caltrans plow/patrol trucks can handle the majority of these sluffs.
21st annual Snowshoe Thompson Ski & Snowshoe Celebration rescheduled
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/02/2024 - 10:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to the current snowstorm and hazardous roads, the Lake Tahoe Historical Society has postponed its 21st annual Snowshoe Thompson Ski & Snowshoe Celebration. Originally scheduled for March 3, it has been moved to Sunday, April 14.
Celebrate the history of one of the biggest legends of the Sierra Nevada from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
This free event will be held in the History Complex, 3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
They hope to be able to keep the lineup the same:
