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Annual Kirkwood run this Saturday
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:42pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - The 31st annual Kirkwood 5K and 10K Trail Adventure Run is on Saturday at Kirkwood Mountain Resort. The one mile and half mile fun run for kids starts at 9 a.m., with the ...
Sample the Sierra all week long
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:26pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Participating business are offering discounts on local specials in preparation for Sunday's Sample the Sierra farm to fork festival on Ski Run Boulevard. Luigi's Tahoe Pi...
Sample the Sierra all week long
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:26pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Participating business are offering discounts on local specials in preparation for Sunday's Sample the Sierra farm to fork festival on Ski Run Boulevard. Luigi's Tahoe Pi...
DEATH NOTICE: Deborah King Macdonald
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:25pmDeborah King Macdonald died in her South Lake Tahoe home, surrounded by family Aug. 14, 2011.She was 53.Macdonald was born Sept. 9, 1957 in Tracy, Calif.She is survived by her son, Steven Hamel; pa...
DEATH NOTICE: Melody Yvonne Halverson
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:24pmMelody Yvonne Halverson died Aug. 13, 2011.She was 60 years old.Halverson is survived by her mother, Dolly, and sons Scott, Mark and D.J.--DEATH NOTICE: Melody Yvonne HalversonAugust, 31 2011 4:24 ...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Deputies should be held accountable also
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:22pmI'd like to respond to a recent letter to the editor regarding being tailed by a sheriff's office vehicle recklessly with brights on.I live out near North Upper Truckee Road and drive from there al...
EDITORIAL: 'Field with beams' - let's all come out and celebrate on Friday
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:20pmThe community will score a victory Friday with a flick of a switch. And this improbable win is one we can all celebrate.We've seen in recent years many of our neighbors move off the hill to the Car...
SAUNDERS: The near death of a convicted terrorist
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:19pmWhen the Scots released convicted Pan Am Flight 103 bomber Abdel Basset Ali al-Megrahi on Aug. 20, 2009 - ostensibly because prostate cancer left him less than three months to live - Megrahi presen...
Fire near Yosemite now 80 percent contained
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 3:17pmSTANISLAUS NATIONAL FOREST, Calif. (AP) - Firefighters have begun repairing ecological damage caused by the creation of fire lines as a blaze near Yosemite National Park nears containment.Incident ...
2 sought in S Tahoe arson seen at concert hours before fire ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 1:59pmThe two people who police believe started last week's fire at the Bijou Center in South Lake Tahoe were caught on other surveillance tape ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../2-sought-in-s-tahoe-arson-see...
Sketch released of person last seen with missing South Lake Tahoe woman
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 1:14pm
Authorities have released a sketch of a person of interest in the case of a South Lake Tahoe woman missing from a counter-culture gathering in southwest Washington state, the Reno-Gazette Journal reports.
U.S. military veterans gain job skills while reducing Lake Tahoe wildfire risk
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 12:50pm
By Cheva Heck
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — A crew of military veterans who are preparing for future employment while they're helping to protect Lake Tahoe communities from wildfire were visited today by U.S. Forest Service and California Conservation Corps officials.
Purple Haze plays Saturday in a tribute to Jim Hendrix
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 10:22amThe ghost of Jimi Hendrix won't go away.Ralph Woodson knew this before his recent trip to Seattle."They are waiting for him to come back," Woodson said. "He's totally relevant. And if it's his b...
Purple Haze plays Saturday in a tribute to Jim Hendrix
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 10:22amThe ghost of Jimi Hendrix won't go away.Ralph Woodson knew this before his recent trip to Seattle."They are waiting for him to come back," Woodson said. "He's totally relevant. And if it's his b...
Shades of blues and Grey
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 9:54amLike any musical genre, blues can have a nebulous definition.Just look at Alligator Records, the nation's best-known blues label. Its top-selling artist, J.J. Grey, who plays at Tahoe next week,...
Shades of blues and Grey
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 9:54amLike any musical genre, blues can have a nebulous definition.Just look at Alligator Records, the nation's best-known blues label. Its top-selling artist, J.J. Grey, who plays at Tahoe next week,...
Best man Rocky LaPorte lights up night
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 9:10amRocky "Rock" LaPorte has a lot of reasons to be happy.This week's headlining comic at the Improv at Harveys is getting ready to shoot a television pilot with the legendary comedic actor Tim Alle...
Best man Rocky LaPorte lights up night
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 9:10amRocky "Rock" LaPorte has a lot of reasons to be happy.This week's headlining comic at the Improv at Harveys is getting ready to shoot a television pilot with the legendary comedic actor Tim Alle...
Saldana's assassin not your average girl
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 9:04amLuc Besson wrote this lethal-woman action pic that chronicles the events causing a young girl to grow into a vengeful assassin. It's pure fantasy, but Zoe Saldana's performance - especially duri...
Saldana's assassin not your average girl
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 9:04amLuc Besson wrote this lethal-woman action pic that chronicles the events causing a young girl to grow into a vengeful assassin. It's pure fantasy, but Zoe Saldana's performance - especially duri...
Slow start to fire season doesn't guarantee slow end, officials say
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 8:57amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A not so long, not so hot summer is set for an unofficial close this weekend, but fire risk in the Lake Tahoe Basin may just be getting started."Quiet," was how U.S. F...
Give them a hand: Masters of Magic's summertime run coming to a close
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 8:51amChristopher Hart isn't paranoid about his hands, but don't look for him at the bowling alley.Hart's hands are his livelihood, so he has to be careful not to injure the digits. Hart is one of the...
Give them a hand: Masters of Magic's summertime run coming to a close
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 8:51amChristopher Hart isn't paranoid about his hands, but don't look for him at the bowling alley.Hart's hands are his livelihood, so he has to be careful not to injure the digits. Hart is one of the...
South Tahoe tennis beats McQueen
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 5:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Both the boys and girls South Tahoe High School varsity tennis teams defeated McQueen High School on Tuesday. The boys won 10-8 on the road, while the girls came out stro...
Whittell nearly pulls upset against defending 4A state champions
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 5:00amMINDEN, Calif - If the Whittell volleyball team is looking for a repeat trip to state in 2011, coach Nate Byrne knows his squad is going to have to run the gauntlet to get there. It was with tha...
Good games by Whittell goalies not enough for wins against Truckee
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 5:00amTRUCKEE, Calif - The Whittell High soccer teams opened Sierra League play with a couple of shutout losses at Truckee on Tuesday, the boys by a score of 5-0 and the girls 4-0.Whittell goalie Aust...
South Tahoe soccer in league action
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 5:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After the final whistle blew for the varsity boys soccer match between South Tahoe High School and Incline High School, both teams looked like they missed out on a win...
Fallon will be a challenge under the lights on Friday
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 5:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Friday will be a big night for the Vikings. They're coming home to a renovated stadium, to play under the newly installed lights, after a big 35-12 win at Portola last we...
South Tahoe prepares for second Sample the Sierra on Sept. 4
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 12:36am
You’ve heard of the farm to fork movement, right? Get a taste of Tahoe arts and mountain culture at the 2nd annual Sample the Sierra festival in South Lake Tahoe on Sunday, September 4th from noon to 5 p.m. Check out this comprehensive story by Becky Bell on the Tahoe Arts and Mountain Culture website.
Red Cross to offer training on South Shore
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:50pmSouth Lake Tahoe has three trained Red Cross volunteers ready to help out in a disaster, whereas the North Shore has 40 and Markleeville 20. That is why Red Cross has scheduled a Shelter Operations cl...
San Jose man dies boating with friends at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:50pmThe name of a San Jose man who died from injuries suffered when he fell off a boat and was struck by the watercraft's propeller at Lake Tahoe has been released. He was identified as 46-year-old St...
Flight originating in South Lake Tahoe ends in back of passenger ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:50pmThe CHP shut down that portion of Highway 29 for about 40 minutes after the crash. The pilot, who flew from Lake Tahoe Airport in South Lake Tahoe, was planning to land at Napa County Airport before t...
Class teaches people how to use QuickBooks
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:50pmAs part of its Chamber EDucation program, the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Sierra Economic Development Corporation is hosting a two-day “QuickBooks” seminar Sept. 6...
California free fishing day this Saturday
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:44pm
By Don Quilici
The second of California’s two free Fishing Days will be over the Labor Day holiday weekend on Saturday, Sept. 3. The other Free Fishing Day was back on July 2. You can fish, all day, without a fishing license.
You'll be able to fish wherever you like in California. However, you will need to abide by the rules and regulations that govern whatever water(s) you will be fishing.
So, be sure to obey those rules and regulations. Don’t do something illegal. If you do, and if you get caught, it could be very expensive.
Fishing report through Sept. 6
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 10:39pm
By Don Quilici
Here is the fishing report for the week of Aug. 31 through Sept. 6. The report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Raley’s and Nevada governor campaign to help promote Nevada State Parks
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 10:03pm
By Bob Conrad / Nevada Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
CARSON CITY, Nev. — When shoppers use any reusable grocery bag — paper, plastic or canvas — at any Raley’s and Food Source store in Nevada, they will be helping more than the environment, they will also be raising money to preserve and enhance Nevada State Parks.
Big Phish in One Pond: Memories at South Shore Lake Tahoe 2011 surface on Youtube
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 7:16pmAs August 2011 rolls to a close, here's some Phish tales found on Youtube of their first ever performance at South Shore Lake Tahoe. The Vermont-based jam band played the Harveys Outdoor Arena Aug. 9 and 10 to sell-out crowds.
Helicopter rescue latest in busy rescue stint
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 6:45pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A California Highway Patrol helicopter was used to rescue a man who suffered a head injury following a fall at Lower Eagle Falls Saturday afternoon.The man slipped and...
Judge dismisses League to Save Lake Tahoe suit against TRPA
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 4:11pmBy Kristi Boosman
LAKE TAHOE — A federal judge has dismissed a suit against the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and the Sierra Colina project that was brought on by the League to Save Lake Tahoe.
Lawsuit against TRPA and Sierra Colina dismissed
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 3:02pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A federal judge dismissed the League to Save Lake Tahoe's lawsuit against the Sierra Colina project Tuesday.Sierra Colina is an 18-acre residential development project...
Babysitting bill in Calif. Legislature
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 12:02pmSACRAMENTO, Calif. - How will parents react when they find out they will be expected to provide workers' compensation benefits, rest and meal breaks and paid vacation time for...babysitters? Dinner...
They don't take cruelty sitting down in Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:59amKINGS BEACH - On Sept. 16, for the third consecutive year, Kings Beach resident John Merryfield and his ever-growing band of merry paddlers will embark on a stand-up paddle circumnavigating Lake...
Boys admit setting campfire that sparked Ray May fire
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:56amMINDEN, Nev. - Two 15-year-old boys admitted to setting the campfire that eventually sparked the 3,895-acre Ray May fire that threatened homes in the Pine Nut Mountains.Both boys appeared in Dou...
Barn dance benefits Alpine County firefighters
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:02amProceeds benefit the Eastern Alpine County Fire Department (Woodfords and Markleville) and also the South Tahoe High School football team. Al Moss and the Rip Tides will be the entertainment. Tickets ...
New leader implements big changes to Calif
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:02amFinally, Baldwin canceled an extravagant conference for recruiters and their families, planned at a Lake Tahoe resort, that Guard members likened to an extended party. He voiced frustration that his c...
Sheriff's volunteers add manpower to streets of El Dorado County ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:02amThis particular Thursday the South Lake Tahoe couple is on a four-hour patrol shift. Another team had taken a morning shift. No two days are a like – just like with sworn personnel. They might be as...
3 Barton doctors to receive philanthropy award
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:02amThe award is presented each year to an outstanding individual, group or family that has demonstrated extraordinary dedication to the health of the South Lake Tahoe community and in particular to Barto...
Bouldering event being launched in Meyers
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:02am17. Joshua Welch of Safe Haven Chiropractic in Meyers is spearheading the event so people can watch and learn about the beauty and athleticism of playing on granite. He says Lake Tahoe bouldering has ...
Sheriff's volunteers add manpower to streets of El Dorado County ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 7:53amThey put in about 16 hours a month. This particular Thursday the South Lake Tahoe couple is on a four-hour patrol shift. Another team had taken a morning shift. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../sheriffs-v...
LTCC's Spanish Institute dominated by out-of-towners
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 7:53amEverything Spanish was the rule of the day this month at Lake Tahoe Community College with 527 students attending the college's 18th Intensive Spanish ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../ltccs-spanish-in...
