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Early bird ticket deadline extended for 6th annual Tahoe Brewfest
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/27/2023 - 2:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 6th annual Tahoe Brewfest, to be held on Ski Run Blvd. August 26, 2023, will extend the $45 “Early Bird” ticket through April 7, 2023 at midnight.
Early Bird General Admission tickets will increase by $10 on April 8, 2023, making tickets $55 for unlimited sampling from the admission time of 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. VIP tickets will remain the same at $75 with admission at 11 a.m. and taps opening at 12 p.m.
Kudos: Vail’s Kirkwood Mountain Resort sponsors Bread & Broth dinner
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/27/2023 - 10:37am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Thanks to Vail’s EpicPromise Grant, Kirkwood Mountain Resort was the Adopt A Day sponsor for Bread & Broth’s (B&B) Monday Meal served at St. Theresa’s Grace Hall on March 20. It was great to have the enthusiastic and fun Kirkwood team members Dan Deemer, Em Dumond, Justin Hartwell, Jarret Morgan, and Gordon Vizenor volunteering alongside the Bread & Broth volunteers to serve 82 community members a tasty Mexican-themed dinner.
Sammy Hagar & The Circle coming to Lake Tahoe outdoor concert series
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/27/2023 - 10:20am
STATELINE, Nev. - Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artist Sammy Hagar & The Circle is coming to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys on July 14, 2023.
They are the latest act to book for the popular outdoor series. They come during the American Century Championship at Edgewood which is held July 12-16, 2023.
Lake Tahoe sled hill clean up Saturday nets very little trash
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/27/2023 - 9:18am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The League to Save Lake Tahoe sled cleanup event at Spooner Summit on Saturday was "wonderfully uneventful," said the League's Communications Director Chris Joseph.
In years past, numerous plastic sleds and pieces of sleds have been found across the popular sledding hill at the intersection of US50 and SR28.
"Our volunteers found very little trash at the site, which can be attributed to a number of things," said Joseph.
Grant cycle opens April 11 for El Dorado Community Foundation
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 8:09pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The consolidated grant cycle opens April 11 for funds that are available from the El Dorado Community Foundation.
GIVE Tahoe Grants
GIVE Tahoe supports nonprofits who work for and within the South Lake Tahoe Area. The GIVE Tahoe Grant is open to all nonprofits, agencies and schools serving the residents and communities of South Lake Tahoe. Proposals of up to $5,000 will be considered. This grant does not have a specific focus allowing the opportunity to respond to South Lake Tahoe’s most important needs.
Douglas County commissioners to review vacation home rentals at Lake Tahoe meeting
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 7:27pm
Event Date:
April 10, 2023 - 10:00am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – Douglas County staff will be presenting revisions of the Vacation Home Rental (VHR) code to the Board of County Commissioners on April 10, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Stateline.
Special Needs Community Night at Blue Granite Gym
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 7:20pm
Event Date:
April 1, 2023 - 6:00pm
The first Special Needs Community Night event will be Climbing Night at the Blue Granite Climbing Gym on April 1 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The fun is sponsored by Heavenly Ski Patrol and in honor of Special Olympics.
There will be free pizza and drinks. Ski patrollers specialized in ropes will be available to assist any adaptive climbing needs.
Blue Granite Climbing Gym is located at 1259 Emerald Bay Rd., South Lake Tahoe.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 6:22pm
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.
March 16 - March 22, 2023
3/16
00:54 SUSP VEH STOP - Officer initiated activity at Pioneer Trl/Golden Bear Trl, South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: UNABLE TO CONTACT.
Tahoe Arts Project bringing Caminos Flamencos to local schools this week, public performance Friday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 10:34am
Event Date:
March 31, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join the Tahoe Arts Project on Friday, March 31 as they bring the Caminos Flamencos to South Lake Tahoe for a public performance at Lake Tahoe Community College's Duke Theater at 6 p.m.
After a week of performances in local schools, the Caminos Flamencos is bringing a fun night of music and dance from Spain to the community.
Tickets at the door are $10 for adults, and $5 for children.
Lake Tahoe Unified School District board meeting recap
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 10:15am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The most recent board meeting for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) was held on March 23, 2023. The meeting can be viewed on the district's YouTube channel HERE.
Here is a recap of the meeting:
During the portion of the meeting with reports by board members, Trustee Larry Reilly hosted on March 15 at South Tahoe High School. He noted that over 150 people attended and thanked participants for their honest dialog.
Column: Keep interest in your exercise program
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 9:56am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For children, exercise is play — and it’s enjoyable. Aerobic activities such as riding a bike, running, soccer, basketball, volleyball, hockey, dancing, and swimming are popular, and include an immense amount of joy. As we age, regular physical activity is recommended to remain healthy, and with a regular exercise program, we can reduce our risk for chronic diseases and injury. But how do we keep it fun and interesting?
Another Winter Storm Watch for Lake Tahoe Monday night - Wednesday morning
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/25/2023 - 10:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In a winter of endless cold and snowy days, there is once again a storm system headed to Lake Tahoe. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Storm Watch from Monday, March 27 at 6 p.m. to Wednesday, March 29 at 5 p.m.
Heavy snow is possible with otal snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet above 7000 feet west of Highway 89, 8 to 18 inches in the Tahoe basin and above 5500 feet west of Highway 395, and 2 to 6 inches below 5500 feet. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph in valley locations with up to 100 mph along Sierra ridges.
Leonard G. Funderburk ~ 1943 - 2023
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/25/2023 - 5:16pm
Leonard G. Funderburk was born in Washington, North Carolina on July 22, 1941. He entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ suddenly on February 24, 2023.
Leonard was a long-time resident of South Lake Tahoe. He graduated from Canoga Park High School in Canoga Park, Calif. He enjoyed sports and coached a women's softball team for A & K Plumbing in the 1970s. He also appreciated vintage cars, especially Corvettes.
Seven years later. the last of those responsible for 2016 South Lake Tahoe murder heads to prison
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/25/2023 - 4:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It has been 2,607 days since Dennis "Spike" Wright, Jr. was killed in front of the Beverly Lodge in South Lake Tahoe on January 30, 2016, and on Friday the last of the men accused of killing Spike was sentenced to prison.
Domenic Seanlee Randolph, 29, pleaded guilty earlier this month to manslaughter, and on Friday, March 24, 2023, he was sentenced to 13 years in prison for manslaughter and other charges.
Gabriel Ruedorfer Cozzaglio ~ 1929 - 2023
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/25/2023 - 9:46am
Gabriel "Gabi" Ruedorfer Cozzaglio was born in Germany on January 29, 1929, and died on March 22, 2023. She had three older brothers and a younger sister who passed away before her.
She lived in the extreme of World War II and remembered having to be quiet when bombs were going off. Her mother would go out to protest the war and the family always prayed that she would come home and be safe. Gabi was her dad's favorite and she said he always spoiled her. She was the smallest in the family and when clothes or shoes were handed down she stuffed the shoes with paper so she could wear them.
South Lake Tahoe man murdered at bar inside Hard Rock Hotel, suspect arrested
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/25/2023 - 8:07am
1:25 PM UPDATE: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) held a press conference a short time ago to provide updates on today's shooting at the Hard Rock Hotel in Stateline, Nev. According to DCSO Sheriff Dan Coverly, his department was called to the hotel just after 8 a.m. on a report of an active shooter.
Assessor says El Dorado County homeowners may be eligible for property tax relief
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 6:41pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - El Dorado County Assessor Jon DeVille is reminding property owners in the path of the recent torrential rainstorms and snowstorms that they may be eligible for tax relief.
“The recent spate of winter storms have caused significant damage and in some cases devastating losses," Assessor Jon DeVille said. “I want to remind property owners that you may be eligible for property tax relief that could save you money on your taxes as you move forward.”
Tahoe Icicles
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 6:03pm
Bob Buehler took photos of icicles forming on a rock breakwater along the east shore of Lake Tahoe on March 2, 2023. Once the sun hits them, they melt very fast.
For Tahoe scenery videos, catch more on Bob's Vimeo link: https://vimeo.com/811474667.
Location
Lake Tahoe East Shore
Mason Court
Photos by Bob Buehler
United States
See map: Google Maps
TRPA approves plans for Lake Tahoe Community College dormitory
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 5:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During its meeting on Wednesday, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board unanimously approved a 33-room, 100-bed dormitory for Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) in South Lake Tahoe.
The dorms will be deed-restricted for low-income LTCC students from the Lake Tahoe region and California only. The target date for opening is July 1, 2025.
South Tahoe High's sports medicine students place high in national competition
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 4:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High School's (STHS) Sports Medicine students attended the National High School Sports Medicine Competition in Los Angeles last weekend and came home with several trophies.
As a team, STHS placed third out of over 40 schools and Rossi Bonev’s individual score placed her fifth out of over 600 students. The Tahoe students also participated in a Sports Med Jeopardy contest, placing third overall!
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe to be acquired by Fertitta Entertainment
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 10:10am
STATELINE, Nev. - The Hard Rock in Lake Tahoe will soon be a Golden Nugget, according to an announcement today from Fertitta Entertainment, LLC. The company, which also owns the Chart House chain and the Houston Rockets, announced they signed a purchase agreement to acquire the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe in Stateline, Nevada, including land and business situated on twenty-four acres from Paragon Gaming for an undisclosed price.
The transaction is expected to close within the next seven to twelve months, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.
Douglas County Sheriff seeks public's help in identifying armed robbery suspects
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 8:47am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for assistance in identifying two individuals suspected of an armed robbery at the Home Depot located at 921 Jacks Valley Road on March 9, 2023.
The suspects left in a silver 2017 Ford Fusion with California license plate 9BBS792.
If you have information related to this case or can identify the suspects, contact Douglas County Dispatch at 775-782-5126 or Investigator Wharton at 775-586-7253. Reference DCSO case number 23SO05913.
Kudos: Mt. Tallac High students and staff thank Pay It Forward Project for new vehicle
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 8:07am
Dear Pay It Forward Project Fund,
This letter is written on behalf of the students of Mt. Tallac High School as a gesture of our enormous gratitude for your generous donation to them through the purchase of our school vehicle. This car is used daily for rides to employment and internships, mental health appointments, college field trips, and rides to and from our campus on snowy days. By having a school car, students feel seen, heard, and appreciated.
Go Fund Me fundraiser set up for hospitalized South Lake Tahoe woman
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2023 - 10:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A fundraiser has been set up for Stephanie McGrew, a South Lake Tahoe resident since 2002, who is facing a medical battle. After she suffered through years of suffering terrible abdominal pain and violent vomiting attacks, neighbors found Stephanie in the fetal position and in agony in her home in January. She was rushed to the hospital in Carson City. After she was stabilized, doctors ran a Gastric Emptying Study, finding Stephanie to have severe Gastroparesis.
South Tahoe High seniors commit to LTCC and Simpson College for sports at next level
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2023 - 8:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community College is benefitting from the soccer talents of four South Tahoe High School (STHS) seniors, all committing to playing for the Coyotes in the fall.
During a traditional high school signing ceremony with family and friends watching on Thursday, Itzel Diaz, Jenni Arias, Salvador Arias, and Aiden Morales all committed to LTCC Soccer Coach Jeremy Evans to play for him in the Fall. Aiden was a 1st Team All-League striker, Jenni a 1st Team All-State, and Itzel was Honorable Mention All-State.
POSTPONED -City of South Lake Tahoe hosting Emergency Preparedness Workshop
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2023 - 7:01pm
Event Date:
March 29, 2023 - 9:00am
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Are y
ou prepared for the next emergency or disaster? Join the City of South Lake Tahoe for an Emergency Preparedness Workshop with Mayor Cristi Creegan, Fire Chief Jim Drennan, and Fire Marshall Kim George on Wednesday, March 29 at 9 a.m.
Learn tips and resources on how to be prepared - prepare for disasters, create a plan, and build an emergency kit. Also, learn how to properly use a fire extinguisher.
The workshop is taking place at the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Station 2, 2951 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Lake Tahoe Historical Society presents Tahoe Talks
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2023 - 5:37pm
Event Date:
April 12, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is holding its Spring Membership Meeting on Wednesday, April 12 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Museum Complex in South Lake Tahoe.
El Dorado County supervisors vote to disband Human Rights Commission, reduce ethics training
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2023 - 1:51pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Even with endless public comments in support of keeping the El Dorado County Human Rights Commission intact, the majority of supervisors voted to disband it during its meeting on Tuesday.
During its previous meeting, the Board of Supervisors had voted 3-2 to disband the commission in a first reading, then on March 21, the same 3-2 vote sealed the deal in a second reading.
Wylder Resort Hope Valley hosts history talk on Lake Tahoe and the Olympics
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2023 - 5:30am
Event Date:
March 26, 2023 - 12:00pm
Wylder Resort Hope Valley continues its local history series with a 50-minute slide show, “Going for the Gold-Lake Tahoe and the Olympics” from local author and historian David Woodruff on Sunday, March 26 at 12 p.m.
NLTFPD: Know before you throw
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2023 - 5:10am
The winter that keeps on giving is still alive and well! While we are hoping with the official arrival of Spring that we will see the sun more than snow, until then, “Know Before You Throw.”
Taking advantage of breaks between storms is the best opportunity for snow-clearing preparations.
Quick Tip Reminders:
Kindness matters - Some South Lake Tahoe plow drivers being threatened, assaulted
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2023 - 5:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most of us learned at a very young age to treat others with kindness and respect. We learned how to be courteous.
Remember learning that respect is about treating others the way you would want to be treated, at all times and in all situations?
If COVID taught us anything, we learned that many people missed these important lessons, and the long, cold winter with heavy snowfall has also brought out a new set of bad behaviors.
New issue on SR89 at Emerald Bay - slide sends trees and snow onto bridge
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/22/2023 - 4:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Highway 89 around Emerald Bay has been closed for weeks due to the large amount of snow needing to be safely cleared from the roadway. Caltrans crews have just hit a significant roadblock in their continued efforts to reopen the highway.
A massive slide has happened and the stretch of road approaching and onto the Eagle Falls Sidehill Viaduct is now littered with trees, boulders, and several feet of snow.
The bridge will need to be cleared of snow and the structure inspected for damages before it can be reopened to traffic.
Lake Tahoe's bears need everyone, locals and visitors, to be "bear wise"
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/22/2023 - 3:54pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - If bears could read, we wouldn’t need BearWise®.
Bears excel at acting in what they perceive is their best interests: finding food, finding shelter, finding mates, raising their cubs, and coexisting with each other. But they have no clue that avoiding people and people places would be in their long-term best interests.
Reno resident arrested after allegedly stealing purse from car at Lake Tahoe day care
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/22/2023 - 2:49pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A woman watching a daycare center on Michelle Drive at Stateline on Tuesday allegedly stole a purse from the car of a woman picking up her child at the center. Inside the purse were credit cards and phones.
Tax filing deadline moved for those living in El Dorado County and others under State of Emergency
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/22/2023 - 12:45pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - California individuals and businesses impacted by the 2022-23 winter storms have qualified for an extension to file and pay both federal and state taxes until October 16, 2023. There will be no penalties assessed between April 18 and October 16 on payments that may be owed with 2022 tax filings.
Originally the extension was moved to May, but with the onslaught of storms January-March, authorities moved the date out to October 16 to help residents who were coping with the disasters.
This includes:
South Lake Tahoe business licenses issued in February
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/22/2023 - 10:34am
The following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the month of February 2023:
02/02
FLOAT SAUNA AND WELLNESS STUDIO
THE HARBECK COMPANY INC
02/06
RUBY WAY RENTAL
737 MODESTO AVE RENTAL
KIT RIDDLE ENGINEERING
2/08
MAGNOLIA MASSAGE
SILVER DOLLAR PARTNERS LLC RENTAL
2/09
CALIFORNIA RENEWABLE ENERGY
HUNTER TREE FIRE & MANAGEMENT
2/10
FOOTHILLS TOW LLC
HA NOI PHO
2/15
SIERRA BLVD RENTAL
3673 FOREST AVE RENTAL
802 MODESTO AVE RENTAL
MERCED RENTAL
2/16
JO ANN WILSON MARKETING
JOEL MONIZ RENTAL
2/17
2023/24 parking plans at Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar to include reservations and paid parking
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/22/2023 - 9:27am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With winter storms creating epic snow around Lake Tahoe, a result has been road congestion and parking challenges at ski resorts. Vail Resorts announced today that these issues have led them to make changes to their parking plan at Northstar California, Heavenly Mountain Resort, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort for the next ski season.
Tahoe Valley Performing Arts presents Aristocats KIDS!
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/22/2023 - 8:42am
Event Date:
March 29, 2023 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Valley Performing Arts presents Aristocats KIDS with over 60 Tahoe Valley Elementary students involved. Shows are Wednesday, March 29 and Thursday, March 30 in the Tahoe Valley Thunderbird Theater. The show starts at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Seats are first come first served unless you have purchased the reserved VIP seats.
Tickets are available at the Tahoe Valley Elementary Office.
Tahoe Valley Families: Adult $5 – Student $3,
Community Families: Adult $7 – Student $5, Special Reserved Seating: 1st Row – $25 2nd Row – $15
Community invited to Passover Seder held at Chabad at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/22/2023 - 8:27am
Event Date:
April 5, 2023 - 7:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Community members are invited to participate in Chabad at Lake Tahoe's “Relive the Passover Exodus” with Rabbi Mordey and Rebbitzen Shaina Richler on Wednesday, April 5 at 7:15 p.m.
The Seders will feature a rich discussion about Passover, excellent food, and joyous singing. Chabad Rabbi Mordey and Rebbitzen Shaina Richler of the Chabad at Lake Tahoe will facilitate the inter-generational program.
The Seders cost $65 (for locals) and must be reserved in advance, by contacting Chabad at 530.539.4363 or our website at http://www.JewishTahoe.com/Seder.
Alpine County seeks operator for monthly summer Farmer's Market in Markleeville
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/21/2023 - 7:30pm
ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - Alpine County is seeking a qualified operator to produce a monthly Farmer's Market in Markleeville for the 2023 season, June through October. This quaint, historic town is strategically located in the Eastern Sierra and is an ideal location for event activations. The tentative location of the Farmer’s Market is on Montgomery St. between Highway 89 and Laramie Rd. The proposed location will be closed down to vehicle traffic to create pedestrian and vendor access for the event. There are 500 feet of frontage on the north and south side of Montgomery St.
Winners of first round onto second in March Tahoe Trails Madness
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/21/2023 - 5:54pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - It’s time for round two of Tahoe Trails Madness! As with another popular tournament happening right now, it took a mix of some blowouts and some very close matchups to arrive at the Tahoe Fund Elite Eight.
The Rubicon Trail dominated its first-round matchup over Ellis Peak, receiving 83 percent of the vote. Meanwhile, Mt. Tallac and the Incline Flume Trail each barely survived the first round, receiving under 55 percent of votes in their respective matchups.
TRPA to discuss Incline Village Area Plan change, LTCC dorms, and Cascade-Meeks trail
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/21/2023 - 3:52pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Lake Tahoe Community College dorms, the Cascade Lake to Meeks Bay trail, and a possible change to the Tahoe Area Plan for Incline Village are all on the agenda at Wednesday's meeting of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Board of Directors.
Douglas County seeks VHR permit holder to fill out term on advisory board
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/21/2023 - 3:02pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners is currently accepting applications for one appointment to the Vacation Home Rental Advisory Board. All applicants must be Douglas County residents. The current vacancy is for a VHR Permit holder who resides in the Tahoe Township.
This appointed applicant would serve out the existing term which expires December 31, 2023, at which point, the appointee can re-apply for a 4-year term.
More Lake Tahoe ski areas announce the extension of season
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/21/2023 - 10:19am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – With a wild winter season and near-record-setting snowfall across the region, Northstar California, Heavenly Mountain Resort, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort will add additional days to ski and ride season, allowing guests to enjoy an even longer spring season on the slopes this year.
Heavenly will add three full weeks to its schedule, with a new closing date of Sunday, May 7.
Northstar will add two additional weekends, remaining open Friday, April 21 – Sunday, April 23, and Friday, April 28 – Sunday, April 30.
South Lake Tahoe has had over 76 percent of days at below-average temperatures this winter
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/21/2023 - 9:35am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If you think it's been colder at Lake Tahoe this winter, you're right! Not only have snowfall amounts been above average, but so have the daily temperatures.
Between November 1, 2022 and March 20, 2023, 103 days in South Lake Tahoe saw below-average temperatures out of the 134 days where the temperature was recorded. This is 76.87 percent of the winter.
The cold started early in South Lake Tahoe as November 2022 had 25 days with below-average temperatures at an average of seven degrees a day. Twelve days were below average by double-digits.
Crews continue to work on closed US395 at Mono Lake after multiple avalanches
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 10:04pm
This winter has taken its toll on Sierra highways, and US395 is no exception. The road had been closed along the Walker River and near Bishop, and now a series of avalanches along US395 between Lee Vining and SR167 has kept the highway closed for weeks.
The closure is due to multiple avalanche incidents from February 25-28 in the area of the 2016 Marina Fire. About 1/2 mile of the highway was closed by a 30-40 foot wall of snow.
Road Beat: 2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD SE review - new option for those living in snow country
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 8:37pm
2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD SE - Corolla Hybrids receive extra power and are now available with AWD and the flashy SE trim.
What is it?
Tahoe Paradise Recreation & Park District Board Meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 8:19pm
Event Date:
March 23, 2023 - 6:00pm
The next Tahoe Paradise Recreation & Park District Board of Directors meeting will be held on Thursday, March 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the CCC Building in Meyers.
BOARD MEETING AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND CONFIRMATION OF QUORUM
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. OPEN FORUM FOR PUBLIC - 3 MINUTE LIMIT / SPEAKER
5. CLAIMS PAYMENTS – Tom/Joanne
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Project Committee: Greg/Zane
Grant Committee: Judy
Events Committee: Judy/Angie
Budget Report: Tom
7. PARK OPERATIONS REPORT: Greg
World Down Syndrome Day to be celebrated at Sierra House Elementary
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 2:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students and staff at Sierra House Elementary School in South Lake Tahoe will be rocking crazy socks on Tuesday in honor of World Down Syndrome Day and their three students who have Down Syndrome.
Tuesday, March 21 is National Down Syndrome Day, and Sierra House Elementary is celebrating its three students with Down Syndrome, David Munguia Reyes, who is in the third grade, and fourth graders Micah Cooley and Dylan Polan.
South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission to examine taxes to fund affordable housing
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2023 - 12:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most can agree that South Lake Tahoe and most communities across the country need better affordable housing options for residents. A problem with the needs is that funding needs to be made available to build the needed units.
