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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) Board of Directors did not have to look far for their next general manager. At their meeting Thursday they appointed Paul Hughes, the District's chief financial officer.

With over 28 years in the public sector, Hughes brings a strong financial background to the position.

“The Board interviewed great candidates and unanimously selected Paul Hughes,” said STPUD Board President David Peterson. “He is an outstanding leader, outstanding fiscal manager, and outstanding problem solver.”

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. -Help local veterans raise funds for a new roof at the Raise The Roof fundraiser at the American Legion Post 795 on Saturday, August 26 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. The roof needs immediate attention and the price tag is high so proceeds will go towards fixing the roof along with other repairs and upgrades.

There will be food (served from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.), music, and activities including horseshoes, corn hole, darts, billiards, kids' games, and more.

TRUCKEE, Calif. — The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) is hosting the much-anticipated grand opening of their new Thrift Store, Thrifty Tails Boutique, this Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. HSTT is dedicated to saving and improving the lives of pets through adoption, community spay/neuter, and humane education programs in South Lake Tahoe and Truckee.

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - In addition to year-round restricted areas, enhanced fire restrictions are now in effect on National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin and will remain in effect through the end of December 2023, or until rescinded. Enhanced fire restrictions mean wood and charcoal fires are now prohibited in Blackwood Canyon, Luther Pass, and Watson Lake campgrounds. Portable stoves are allowed with a valid permit.

CARSON CITY, Nev. - Amidst the growing concerns over the worldwide pilot shortage, opportunities are emerging for aspiring aviators to capitalize on the industry's demand. Western Nevada College (WNC) is stepping up to address this deficit by offering ground school courses that not only provide the foundation for a flying career but also allow students to earn college credit.

On Friday, August 18, 2023, members of the California Highway Patrol South Lake Tahoe office, Alpine County Sheriff, and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, have coffee, and build relationships.

All community members are invited to attend. The event goes from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on August 18 at Mad Dog Cafe in Woodfords, CA. Please contact Public Information Officer Ruth Loehr with questions: (530) 577-1001 or rloehr@chp.ca.gov.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is still beach and hiking weather and the calendar says it is summer, but Vail Resorts is sharing its opening dates at Lake Tahoe. Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort have announced their planned opening dates for the upcoming 2023-2024 ski and ride season. Heavenly and Northstar will target opening on Friday, November 17, and Kirkwood will target Friday, December 1.

NORDEN, Calif. - Sugar Bowl Resort announced Tuesday that Mike Jankowski has been named as its new Executive Director of Sport. Jankowski, an elite performance professional with 20 years of Olympic sport organization experience, has coached U.S. Olympic Ski and Snowboard teams since 2003. In his new role, he will lead Sugar Bowl’s ski and snowboard school, high-level sport education, Nordic, events, and summer experiences to deliver high-quality experiences and world-class events.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A retirement bin was placed at Grocery Outlet this week in South Lake Tahoe as a joint project between the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the American Legion Post 795.

Many people proudly display an American flag at their homes or businesses but what is supposed to be done with the flag when it becomes worn and in poor condition? It should be retired during an official ceremony like the one in South Lake Tahoe at the American Legion's annual Flag Day Ceremony.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There have been two major crashes at the intersection of US50 and SR28 on Spooner Summit in recent weeks, one of those crashes claiming the life of a 61-year-old man from Washington. Many are calling for a safer intersection in order to prevent more tragic crashes and further loss of life.

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.”