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El Dorado County Sheriff's call log for Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that 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.

Report for October 20 - 26, 2022

10/20

03:22 SUSP VEH STOP - Officer initiated activity at Gun Mount, Us Hwy 50, South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: CHECKS CLEAR.

Letter: Kudos to Duane and Tamara Wallace, and why I support them

It’s nice to know that you can depend on support from your local representatives when needing help from bureaucrats in our government.

The Lake Tahoe Marathon just finished their 27th successful running two weeks ago, but just barely. We did not get our CalTrans permit until two days before the event started. And we might not have gotten it without the help of Duane and Tami Wallace who interceded due to their relationship with the higher-ups in the CalTrans food chain.

Mickey Avalon live in concert with special guest DJ Diversity live at Whiskey Dicks

Event Date: 
December 29, 2022 - 9:00pm

Late-Nite Productions is proud to present Mickey Avalon live in concert plus special guest DJ Diversity live Whiskey Dicks in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday, December 29, 2022, and at Cypress in Midtown Reno, NV on Friday, December 30, 2022. Advance tickets are available for both shows at Ticketweb.com Both shows are 21+ and start at 9 pm.

South Tahoe High JV football team persists to upset rival truckee

South Tahoe High School (STHS) Junior Varsity (JV) team wins 35-34 against longtime rival Truckee High School! At the conclusion of a challenging season for the hardworking team, STHS JV staged a major upset on the road against their rivals Truckee HS, a team that was undefeated in conference play before the game with South Tahoe on Saturday, October 22.

Guilty Christmas returns to the Valhalla Boathouse Theatre in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun Nov 20 2022 .
November 16, 2022 - 7:30pm
November 17, 2022 - 7:30pm
November 18, 2022 - 7:30pm
November 19, 2022 - 7:30pm
November 20, 2022 - 7:30pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Well, they say the third time’s a charm. After last year’s big storm, loss of power and COVID canceled both attempts to perform the show, Valhalla Tahoe will again bring you “Guilty Christmas.”

Where to vote in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County and Douglas County

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Ballots have been mailed out for the November 8 election, giving people the option to return them via mail, a drop box, or at a voter center in California, or through mail-in, early voting or election day voting.

For El Dorado County, use their interactive map, list (here) or see below.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE AND MEYERS

American Legion Post 795 hosts Veterans Day ceremony in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
November 11, 2022 - 11:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is invited to a Veterans Day ceremony at the American Legion Hall on Friday, November 11 at 11 a.m.

American Legion Post 795 has extended the invitation on behalf of their group, the American Legion Auxiliary, and Sons of the American Legion.

“We encourage community members to join us for this important day,” said American Legion Post 795 Commander, Tom Millham. “Veterans Day is an opportunity to recognize and honor all veterans who served and those who continue to serve at home and abroad in order to preserve the freedom we enjoy.“

Letter: Brooke Laine is the ideal candidate to navigate the tough decisions

I am writing to endorse Brooke Laine for District 5 Supervisor. With a myriad of issues facing us, I sincerely believe she is the ideal candidate to navigate the tough decisions that need to be made in El Dorado County. Brooke has proven herself to be level-headed when negotiations get heated; her experience on the South Lake Tahoe City Council, as former South lake Tahoe Mayor and on the board of several organizations shows a commitment to serving our community. We need a representative who is actively involved and willing to dig in and do the work necessary.

The misunderstood life of bats…and vampires

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — One of the most enduring and scary Halloween costumes of all time is Count Dracula the infamous vampire. Dracula comes complete with a black cape, sharp plastic vampire teeth and fake blood. He even has special powers that enable him to turn into a bat and quietly escape any sticky Halloween situation.

Halloween events around South Lake Tahoe and Stateline

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Mon Oct 31 2022 .
October 29, 2022 (All day)
October 30, 2022 (All day)
October 31, 2022 (All day)

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With Halloween on a Monday, there are several holiday events for all ages this weekend, as well as on October 31.

Saturday

HOPPY HALLOWEEN - Halloween: the time of year when children dress up and get candy sugar highs while adults dress up and enjoy their own libations. On Saturday, October 29th, Lake Tahoe AleWorX (at the Y) will support both of those missions for families and friends with the Hoppy Halloween celebration! Live music from Noon – 6:00 pm, activities for the kiddos and all of your community peeps in one place!

Radium Girls on the Lake Tahoe Community College stage starting November 10

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Black Ice Theatre Co is presenting "Radium Girls" at the Lake Tahoe Community College's Duke Theatre this November.

In 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage - until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease.

South Lake Tahoe 6th graders spend day planting trees, learning about watershed and fire

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – South Tahoe Middle School 6th grade students spent the day with environmental educators and learned about watershed health as they helped to replant in Caldor Fire burn scar.

Members from the South Tahoe Environmental Education Coalition (STEEC) put on their “most popular” field trip for the students at Echo Lakes Sno-Park on October 21.

STEEC is a collaborative network of over 25 local agencies and non-profits that work together to bring environmental programs to the South Lake Tahoe schools. They run at least one field trip per grade per year.

Opinion: City Manager weighs in on Measure G

As City Manager I am happy to have the opportunity to share facts about Measure G.

By now, most know that Measure G was placed on the ballot as an administrative measure to streamline the collection of an existing cannabis business fee with a comparable tax, after engagement with local Cannabis businesses.

As this fee currently exists and businesses can and do pass on the cost to local customers, customers will not likely see any difference in price for legal cannabis products in South Lake Tahoe if Measure G is enacted.

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency taps local resident Julie Regan as new executive director

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board voted unanimously on Thursday to offer the position of executive director to Julie Regan following a national search and public evaluation process. Regan, a current TRPA deputy director, has held
an executive role at the agency since 2003.

Lake Tahoe prescribed fire operations set to continue over next two weeks

Under the coordination of the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT), the California Tahoe Conservancy and Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District may continue prescribed fire operations over the next two weeks, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke will be present. A map with project details is available for viewing at Tahoe Living With Fire.

South Tahoe High hosts Winter Festival December 2-3

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sat Dec 03 2022 .
December 2, 2022 (All day)
December 3, 2022 (All day)

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The students of the South Tahoe High Event Planning Class have been hard at work preparing for the 2nd annual Winter Festival. When the Barton Festival of Trees and Lights was canceled after the pandemic, South Tahoe High School (STHS) stepped up to provide the event with family-friendly holiday events and activities

This year's Winter Festival will be held on Friday and Saturday, December 2 and December 3. All of the events will be held on the STHS campus in South Lake Tahoe.

Nevada Day Schedule of Events for 2022 Parade Day

Here is the Nevada Day 2022 schedule of events for Friday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Oct. 30. Saturday's parade begins at 10 a.m.

Friday October 28, 2022

HISTORICAL EAST-SIDE TOUR

Sell out crowd at Bally's enjoys Tahoe Arts Project's Dancing With The Tahoe Stars

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Arts Project held another successful Dancing With The Tahoe Stars (DWTTS) on October 15 at Bally's Tahoe. Local celebrities were paired with professional dancers who vied for the coveted Mirror Ball trophy. Dancers from The Studio and South Tahoe High Dance Team also performed.

This year's performance has two Masters of Ceremonies - Bridey Heidel and Sebastiani Romagnolo. In true MC fashion, they went through several costume changes while entertaining the sold out crowd.

Fundraising team results:

1st Place - Sara Pierce and Erik Baker $22,835

Pet Supermarket "Pawcuterie" Pawty Workshop

Event Date: 
November 5, 2022 - 1:00pm

Start the holiday season in flavorful fashion at Pet Supermarket’s Pawcuterie Pawty Workshop! This informational workshop, open to current and prospective pet parents, will be held at the South Lake Tahoe Pet Supermarket and all other locations on Saturday, November 5 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Daniel Scott Miller ~ 1966 - 2022

Daniel Scott Miller of South Lake Tahoe was born on October 16, 1966, and passed away at the age of 56 on October 23, 2022, after a brief battle with cancer. Daniel passed away peacefully in his wife Sami Miller's arms and his mother Linda Curry, and his brother Steve Miller holding his hands. Family members that were also by his side included Ron & Gail Weibel, David Gerhardt, and his pride and joy Boxers Duke & Daisy.

Van Sickle Bi-State Park closes gates and facilities for the winter - grounds remain open

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy has announced the annual seasonal closing of the gates and facilities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park on November 1 but the park grounds remain open all year to pedestrian access.

The Conservancy co-manages the 725-acre Van Sickle Bi-State Park with Nevada State Parks. During the winter, the park provides day-use opportunities for hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. For visitor safety, sledding is not allowed.

Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless announces Project Homekey success and transition in leadership

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) is pleased to hear local candidates discussing the issue of housing and homelessness in South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County. TCH and our broad community of supporters and partners have shared so many successes since our inception seven years ago. In 2022, we are celebrating that:

● Over the last 2 years unsheltered homelessness in South Lake Tahoe is down by more than 80%
● Calls for service and avoidable hospitalizations reduced by over 40%.

Letter: A vote For Joby Is a vote For Tahoe wildlife!

When I cast my ballot on November 8th I plan on voting for Joby Cefalu for one of the three open seats on the City Council of South Lake Tahoe. I've known and been friends with Joby for many years, and have worked shoulder-to-shoulder with him on numerous community/school volunteer situations. Not only is he a true son of our community, but his depth of love for our community is second to no one, and that love also includes the wildlife in our community!

South Tahoe Association of Realtors Home of the Week

This week's Home of the Week winner from the South Tahoe Association of Realtors:

Listing Agent: Janice Bosson 530-545-3052
Listing Office: Remax Gold

Property Address: 654 Seneca Drive Dr. South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150-4740
MLS #: 136307

Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 2
Square Footage: 1208 Sq Ft.

Premiere of Ark, a new film about 11 snowboarding friends, to be in Tahoe City

Event Date: 
November 9, 2022 - 7:15pm

ARK is a new snowboard film created by a group of eleven friends and pro snowboarders including Danny Davis, Brock Crouch, Elena Hight, and more. It’s a story about friendships built in the mountains through their love of snowboarding. The never-ending journey of getting clips from BC to Japan, Austria to Alaska made for an unforgettable season.

ARK will be premiering at the Art Haus Cinema in Tahoe City on November 9 at 7:15 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. Davis, Crouch, Nick Russell, and Mikey Ciccarelli will be at the Tahoe screening to introduce the movie.

Grand opening of R+H Aesthetic Medicine in South Lake Tahoe

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new business to the community last week, R+H Aesthetic Medicine.

R+H Aesthetic Medicine is Lake Tahoe's premier medical spa. They opened their third location during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at their Tahoe Keys Boulevard office. The other two are in Roseville and West Sacramento. It is owned by who is Dr. Rei Young and his wife Heidi.

Op/Ed: Yes on Measures S and G

Facts matter in an election. People on both sides of an issue will passionately share their views, trying to get others to vote their way. It is more important now than ever to weed through the rhetoric before the ballots are marked with that important checkmark.

Measure G

There is an important measure on the ballot for the City of South Lake Tahoe residents, a possible tax on cannabis, Measure G.

South Tahoe High sends six to 3A State Girls Golf Championship

Six athletes from the South Tahoe High Girls Golf Team represented their school at the 2022 Class 3A State Girls Golf Championship on October 17-18 at Genoa Lakes.

19. Ava Wolfe - 99-105 – 204
22. Piper Arnold - 106-109 – 215
25. Isabelle Wilson - 115-110 - 225
26. Madison Cisnero - 118- 115 – 233
28. Sadie Beall - 115-122 – 237
33. Carly Cox - 140-122 – 262

The top five team results:

1. Douglas 337-328–665
2. Pahrump Valley 377-377–754
3. Virgin Valley 413-396–809
4. Boulder City 446-414 – 860
5. South Tahoe 435-439 – 874

Christmas Tree permits start being sold in person for South Lake Tahoe area in November

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's that time of year to start planning on getting that coveted Christmas tree permit from the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and all other area offices.

Letter: Me and Measure K

(Logical thinking is the act of using reasoning skills, analyzing a situation and all pertinent facts to present a sensible, rational solution to the studied problem. (Facts don’t include statements like “It’s a fact that I think I can do this”)

First booking announced for 2023 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sat Jul 01 2023 .
June 30, 2023 - 7:00pm
July 1, 2023 - 7:00pm

Old Dominion brings their No Bad Vibes Tour to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys on June 30, 2023. Joining the bill are Frank Ray, Kassi Ashton, and Greylan James.

Presale tickets are available starting October 26, 2022 (see here).

The No Bad Vibes Tour starts in January and the band covers Canada and the U.S., wrapping up their tour in Lake Tahoe.

Trick-or-treat at Sand Harbor State Park; Halloween movies all week

Event Date: 
October 28, 2022 - 5:30pm

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – Halloween is coming to Sand Harbor State Park! Dress in your best costume and join park staff on Friday, October 28 for a night of trick-or-treating after dark. The spooktacular evening begins with a Halloween movie in the park at 5:30, followed by trick-or-treating.

Letter: Brooke Laine is the voice of reason on the tough issues

I support Brooke Laine for District V Supervisor because she has proven to be a voice of reason on the tough issues. She has shown amazing tenacity and a willingness to dig in and do her homework. She not only has the temperament to navigate the tough issues she has the professional experience needed when dealing with different points of view.

South Tahoe Swim Team needs community support as they "go local"

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - The Tahoe Swim Team is making the shift from being under a for-profit company in Reno to being its own 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization, and they need help from the South Lake Tahoe community.

A shift in leadership/ownership brings this longtime competitive and successful swim program home again. The coaching team remains the same and interested all swimmers are encouraged to try out. This is a year-round club that meets on weekday afternoons at the South Tahoe Recreation Center Pool, their home for decades.

Drug Take Back Day in South Lake Tahoe Saturday

Event Date: 
October 29, 2022 - 10:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department and the Tahoe Alliance for Safe Kids (TASK) will be at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) on Saturday, October 29 to collect unused medication as part of the National Drug Take Back Day. There will be a tent in front of the school's gym so the public can just drive by and dispose of the pills.

Former Tahoe resident releases book about being an Airbnb host

“Sleeping with Strangers: An Airbnb Host’s Life in Lake Tahoe and Mexico” reveals what it’s like to be in charge of a short-term rental in two distinctly different locations—South Lake Tahoe, California, and Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico.

This book will have readers laughing, scratching their heads, and possibly changing their behavior as a guest and/or host of a short-term rental.

Annual customer appreciation day at Sunsational Clothing & Tans

Event Date: 
October 26, 2022 - 9:00am

Sunsational Clothing & Tans of South Lake Tahoe will be holding its annual Customer Appreciation Day and celebrating seven years in business on Wednesday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. All current and new members are invited.

They will be displaying their new Salt Cave - infrared saunas, $20 spray tans, free red-light therapy, and Level 5 Ultra tanning bed. There will be raffles, food, prizes, and gift bags.

Sunsational has been owned by Rachel Cagina for the last seven years.

Housing affordability project celebrated in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The name Sugar Pine Village demonstrates exactly what it took to get the affordable workforce housing project to South Lake Tahoe - it took a village.

Officials with Related California, Saint Joseph Community Land Trust, City of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, and the State of California came together at the 11.3-acre site of Sugar Pine Village on Monday to celebrate what will is the largest affordable development in South Lake Tahoe.

Letter: South Lake Tahoe cannabis business owners against Measure G

Dear Editor, As Cannabis business owners, we oppose Measure G because it over-taxes the patients and customers who support our businesses.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Office call log for Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that 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.

Report for October 6 - 19, 2022

10/6

02:10 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES IN PROGRESS - Occurred at Mule Deer Cir/Elk Point Dr. in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ASSISTED.

10/7

11:53 SUSP VEH STOP 2210070097

Snowmaking begins at Northstar; Heavenly and Kirkwood soon to follow

With the dropping temperatures around Lake Tahoe, and a change in humidity, Vail Resorts began making snow at Northstar over the weekend. Snowmaking operations at Heavenly and Kirkwood within the week.

This activity is always a sure sign that winter and the ski and ride season are just around the corner.

The resorts all received a natural dusting of snow from the weather system that came over the Sierra this weekend, with a chance of another two systems forecast for the week ahead.

Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe seeking South Lake Tahoe board member

If you live in the South Lake Tahoe area and would you like to help shape the future of animal welfare in the South Lake Tahoe region for years to come, consider joining the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT)'s Board of Directors.

HSTT is currently seeking diverse and qualified individuals who can help build community relationships and assist with fundraising in South Lake Tahoe. Additionally, the Board of Directors provide financial and operational oversite, participate in strategic planning, influence and develop policy, and "have a lot of fun."

Letter: Brooke Laine brings diverse groups to the table

As an observer in this election year, when El Dorado County issues are so important, I am noticing how important collaboration and consensus efforts will be in the long run.

We need a District V Supervisor who can bring people together to develop solutions. As such, I see that Brooke Laine has garnered endorsements from two very diverse groups in the vacation rental arena-the residents who are opposed to VHRs in their neighborhoods, and the realtors who support them.

Letter: Why am I voting for Brooke Laine?

Why am I voting for Brooke Laine?

Brooke is familiar with the district and its residents, having served for years on local boards and foundations, such as the Tahoe Conservancy, Waste Management, Ambulance JPA, and the Education Foundation, as well as belonging to Soroptimists.

A former Mayor and City Council member, she is committed to reaching meaningful solutions to our district’s issues, such as fire safety, snow removal, housing, vacation home rental enforcement, and health care.

South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates answer Tahoe Climate Change group's questions

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Climate Change Action Network asked the 11 candidates for city council questions concerning

Out of the 11 candidates running, four candidates did not respond. The candidates who did not respond were Cody Bass, Joby Cefalu, Kevin Brunner, and Brad Jacobson.

Of the seven who replied to the question, "Do you support the City's goal to become 100% renewable by 2030," all replying said "yes" except for Sherry Eddy who also said she didn't support the recent ban on plastic water bottles.

Grand opening celebration for three new South Lake Tahoe businesses

Event Date: 
October 29, 2022 - 11:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Three new businesses that have opened in the Tahoe Valley Pharmacy Plaza in South Lake Tahoe are celebrating with an open house on Saturday, October 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Osmosis Loung Tahoe, South Lake Med Spa, and Tahoe Family Hearing will celebrate the grand opening with food, drinks, discounts and raffles for $2,000 worth of prizes:

OSMOSIS LOUNGE TAHOE

Charcuterie Board and Mock-tails
15% off B12 shots
Bring a friend buy one get one half off for IV Hydration Therapy
Raffle for One free Wellness IV infusion

SOUTH LAKE MED SPA

Letter: Nevada Republican Assembly president says "no" on Questions 1, 2 and 3

It’s been said countless times that elections are important, but this November it’s imperative that you vote to save our country.

These past two years have seen America go from greatness, with high employment numbers, low gas and grocery prices, secure borders, no wars, a strong military, no dependence on foreign oil, tremendous growth in domestic manufacturing, and a thriving stock market with everyone’s retirement investments doing well.

Two small weather systems pass through South Lake Tahoe this week

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The only thing not in the South Lake Tahoe forecast this week are temperatures above 70 degrees! After a dusting of snow at the upper elevations Saturday night, temperatures will rebound and be closer to average by Monday afternoon.

That will be shortlived as additional weaker weather systems may bring light showers and increased breezes late Tuesday into Wednesday and again next
weekend, while temperatures generally remain below average.

The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:

Letter: County auditor-controller supports Brooke Laine

I met Brooke over 20 years ago when I delivered an audit report to the Clean Tahoe board. Brooke asked good questions, obviously understood the financial statements, and listened to my recommendations.

Brooke has a degree in economics from UC Santa Cruz and has what it takes to make sure our county’s half-billion-dollar budget is wisely invested in fire prevention, public safety, road repair, and other vital services that benefit taxpayers. 

She’ll make sure we get our money’s worth.

Howie’s Top 22 Favorite Halloween Picks for 2022

Given all we’ve been through these past two-and-a-half years, nothing compares to the horror of real life watching a horror flick on the silver screen. Add to that an election year and people turning into psycho zombies well, some horror films might be considered too tame! Before we get started, let me say that nothing beats the experience of seeing a movie on a big screen with a kick-ass sound system with other like-minded souls who want to be scared to death!

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