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Conservation photography presentation at Tahoe Art League
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 8:36pm
Event Date:
March 29, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Art League is hosting a gallery exhibition with a presentation by photographer Lisa Parsons on Friday, March 29. The grand opening of the exhibition is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with the Conservation Photography presentation at 6 p.m.
Tickets for 35th annual American Century Championship go on sale April 1
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 8:05pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Tickets for the 35th annual American Century Championship (ACC) will go on sale Monday, April 1. The 2024 tournament will be held at Edgewood Tahoe July 10 – 14.
Always a must-see summer party, the ACC features sports and entertainment superstars.
This Earth Day, Ditch Plastics and Protect Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 6:33pm
Earth Day in Tahoe is coming fast. Alongside community festivals, litter cleanups, and an atmosphere of doing right by the planet, an important change is coming to fight pollution here at home. Beginning on Earth Day, April 22, the sale and distribution of single-use plastic water bottles under one gallon will be banned in the City of South Lake Tahoe.
What does it mean?
Fundraising site for North Lake Tahoe 7-year-old snowboarder heading to USASA Nationals
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 2:13pm
A 7-year-old Tahoe City athlete is heading to the USASA Nationals Snowboarding Championships from March 29-April 9, and he is fundraising to help with expenses including airfare, entry fees, hotel, rental car, and food.
"Leland the Falcon" Vogt is the son of Chuck Vogt, the founder of nonprofit fundraising events Skake The Lake, Boarding for Breast Cancer, and owner of Tahoe Longboards.
The remarkable return of Sandhill Cranes, but their success needs the public's assistance
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 1:27pm
As spring returns to Lake Tahoe, a story of resilience and resurgence is also unfolding. It’s the migration of the Sandhill Cranes – magnificent birds that once upon a time had all but vanished from the Tahoe region.
“March is a big month for Sandhill Crane migration over and through the Tahoe Region, as thousands of nocturnally migrating cranes will pass overhead,” says Tahoe Institute of Natural Sciences (TINS) co-founder and executive director Will Richardson. “but more and more, these cranes are stopping to spend the summer here.”
Forest Service, Aramark to host open house on potential development at Zephyr Cove Resort
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 1:01pm
Event Date:
April 10, 2024 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – There will be a public meeting on April 10 to discuss potential new development at Zephyr Cove Resort. The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and Aramark Destinations, the company that manages Zephyr Cove Resort, want to hear from interested community members and stakeholders about possible changes at the popular resort along the shore at Zephyr Cove.
Kudos: Temple Bat Yam’s Purim in the Powder Celebration
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 12:56pm
Thanks to our generous community who donated to our event, sponsored the skiers & riders and bought countless raffle tickets, we hit our fundraising goal. After a fun day on the slopes with over 40 participants (a record in itself), we continued our holiday celebration back at the temple to be entertained with a wonderful Barbie-themed Purim Shpiel (a play that tells the story of Purim) written & directed by our temple member and theatre master, Pam Taylor. The actors were our religious school students who put on a magnificent performance.
Early morning hiking up Tallac
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/27/2024 - 5:39am
Photo by Naomi and Nick Hansen.
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/26/2024 - 6:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Lake Tahoe from 2 p.m. Wednesday to 11 a.m. Thursday for areas above 7,000 feet.
Lake level is not included in this advisory.
Snow is forecast for the Tahoe Basin above 7000 feet with accumulations of 6 to 10 inches, locally up to 16 inches along the Sierra crest. Winds gusting as high as 90 mph along ridgelines.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue invites public to wet down ceremony for new fire engine
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:56pm
Event Date:
April 5, 2024 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) is inviting the public to see the newest addition to their fleet of firefighting apparatus. They will host a traditional new engine wet down and push-in ceremony to celebrate placing the new engine into service at Fire Station 1.
Take 2 Performers Studio: "Unlock Your Inner Actor" Workshop with Grant Davis in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/26/2024 - 12:18pm
Event Date:
April 6, 2024 - 1:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Tahoe Production House has announced an exclusive opportunity for aspiring actors and drama enthusiasts to discover their potential and refine their skills in the captivating workshop, "Unlock Your Inner Actor," led by the acclaimed Grant Davis. This immersive workshop is scheduled for April 6, 2024, at the Tahoe Production House Studio from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Workshop Overview:
Family-friendly outdoor recreation event in Lake Tahoe with music, dancing, and whiskey tasting
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/26/2024 - 11:57am
Event Date:
March 30, 2024 - 1:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Team Whiskey Bonanza will be at the Tahoe Blue Event Center on Saturday, March 30 from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., and tickets are still available. Get ready for a day packed with excitement with archery, fishing, rifle shooting, kayaking, bull riding, climbing walls, a mechanical bull, live music, line dancing, food, and whiskey tasting for the adults.
This event is unique to Lake Tahoe and will offer something for everyone, providing an unforgettable day of adventure and excitement.
What to expect:
Small scale prescribed fire operations at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/26/2024 - 7:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Members of the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) will continue prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke may be present throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin and surrounding areas. View smoke management tips and the current air quality index at AirNow and the U.S.
Kudos: Kirkwood Mountain Resort sponsors Bread & Broth Monday Meal
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/26/2024 - 6:30am
Six team members from Kirkwood Mountain Resort joined the Bread & Broth volunteers on Monday, March 18 to sponsor an evening dinner enjoyed by 96 dinner guests. Thanks to Vail’s EpicPromise grant funds, Kirkwood hosts six Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) sponsorships annually, alternating months with Heavenly Mountain Resort.
Soroptimists invite public to a Women's Rights presentation
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/26/2024 - 6:01am
Event Date:
March 27, 2024 - 12:00pm
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe invites the public to their meeting on Wednesday, March 27 when they host a program about Women's Rights. In honor of International Women's Day, Club President Laurie Ault will be the speaker.
The previous program with a George and Ella Whittell history program has been postponed.
No RSVPs are necessary.
The meeting will be held from noon to 1 p.m. at the South Tahoe Association of Realtors building at 2307 James Avenue.
Marcella Foundation partners with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to offer free books each month
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2024 - 10:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Literacy at a young age is important, and studies show that children exposed to reading before preschool tend to develop larger vocabularies and are more likely to succeed during their formal education. If a child is not proficient in reading by 3rd grade, they are at a higher risk of not graduating from high school.
It is due to these studies that today's news can be a game changer for the 8,000 children living in El Dorado County.
Family of men attacked by mountain lion release updates on what happened, fundraising
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2024 - 5:08pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The family of the two young men involved in Saturday's mountain lion attack near Georgetown have released updated information. Taylen Robert Claude Brooks, 21, was killed, and his brother Wyatt Jay Charles Brooks, 18, was severely injured.
The following is from the Brooks/Welsh Family and Wyatt:
The week ahead in South Lake Tahoe - dry, sunny until mid-week, rain and snow through Easter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2024 - 10:51am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Other than a slight chance of showers over the Sierra and western Basin this afternoon, the first half of the week will feature dry conditions and gradual warming, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. The next storm arrives on Wednesday with periods of unsettled weather lasting through Easter weekend.
Liberty power outage in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2024 - 10:34am
10PM Update: Over 500 customers of Liberty were without power for several hours Monday, with a handful still out at this hour. Liberty estimates all will be restored by 1:30 a.m.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A power outage was reported for a section of the South Shore Monday morning, just before 10 a.m. At this time, Liberty is reporting 3814 customers without electricity. It is affecting people from Elks Club to the Y in Meyers/South Lake Tahoe.
The cause of the unplanned outage is unknown at this time.
According to the Liberty outage map, the estimated restoral is by 2:30 p.m.
LTUSD transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, and new student enrollment period opens
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2024 - 9:49am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, and new student registration is now open for the 2024-2025 school year.
The first step is to complete the online pre-enrollment at https://laketahoe.asp.aeries.net/air, and on ltusd.org under the “Schools” tab, visit https://www.ltusd.org/schools/kindergarten_tk_registration_24_25 and see the list of what to do next. Please bring in the described paperwork to your zoned elementary school site to complete the registration process.
Tahoe Elite Cheer set to being second season
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2024 - 6:30am
Tahoe Elite Cheer Team is now accepting sign-ups for the next cheerleading season. This is their second season, following up on their very successful inaugural competitions. Ages 4-18 are welcome and no experience is necessary.
Learn Competitive Cheer, Dance, Gymnastics, and Stunts.
There will be a cheer clinic on May 22 and 23 at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. followed by cheer camp May 29-30, also at the Recreation Center from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Divisions
Tiny division 1.1 Ages (4-7)
Junior division 2.1 Ages (8-11)
Kudos; Tom Millham receives the DAR Medal of Honor
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2024 - 6:01am
On Thursday, March 14, 2024, Tom Millham was presented with the DAR Medal of Honor at the California State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) 116th Annual State Conference in San Ramon, Calif. During the formal opening night session, the California State Regent Sharon Maas presented Tom with the DAR Medal of Honor and Certificate in front of over 350 members of the California State Society, including National and State Officers of DAR.
Easter Sunday service at Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/24/2024 - 9:37pm
Event Date:
March 31, 2024 - 10:00am
All are welcome to attend an inspiring Easter celebration at Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church on March 31 at 10 a.m. Pastor Greg Hughes will present a powerful message titled "From Skepticism to Faith: The Transformation of Thomas."
Discover the journey of doubt and transformation as we delve into the timeless story of Thomas, whose skepticism was transformed into unwavering faith. The Rev. Dr. Hughes will offer insights and personal reflections on how doubt can lead to a deeper, more authentic faith in the risen Christ.
South Lake Tahoe annexation, new Lakeview Commons operators, and more at next Council meeting
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/24/2024 - 3:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council will be held on Tuesday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Airport.
New business agenda items:
Keith Lewis, former Douglas schools chief, named executive director of Carson Valley Visitors Authority
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/24/2024 - 2:45pm
CARSON VALLEY, Nev. - Keith Lewis will take the reins as the Carson Valley Visitors Authority’s (CVVA) executive director on April 2, 2024. He will be leading the organization’s tourism efforts. The CVVA’s mission is to connect and influence travelers to visit the four areas that fall within the visitors authority’s marketing region — Gardnerville, Genoa, Minden and Topaz Lake — under the forward-facing Visit Carson Valley brand.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/24/2024 - 2:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls 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.
Mar. 14 - Mar. 20, 2024
3/14
13:37 VERBAL DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred on Us Hwy 50, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: REPORT TAKEN.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/24/2024 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the weeks of Feb. 26 - Mar. 10, 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 26 - March 10, 2024
2/26
Arrests
04:00 ADW - Occurred at Margaritaville on Lake Tahoe Blvd. Disposition: Felony Arrest.
Remembering Carol Mac Adam
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/24/2024 - 12:00pm
Carol was born in Eugene (Lane County), Oregon, to Wayne Mac Adam and Mary (Sissler) Mac Adam on March 5, 1937. Carol’s identical twin sister, Eleanor Proctor, predeceased Carol in July, 2007, as did Jeanette Mac Adam, an older sister, who passed in 2019. Carol has one cousin, Phillip Sissler of Fossil, Oregon, with whom she remained close over the years.
Mountain lion kills man in El Dorado County, injures his brother
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/24/2024 - 9:41am
SUNDAY UPDATE: Per a spokesman for the family, the 18-year-old victim has undergone multiple surgeries for his injuries and is expected to make a full recovery. The family is grateful for the prayers and condolences from the community however wishes for privacy to process this tragic event.
Additionally, there have been multiple “Go Fund Me” accounts allegedly set up in support of the family. These accounts are not associated with the family or authorized by the family, according to EDSO.
Douglas County School Board meeting: "Let's get back to the kids!"
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2024 - 6:10pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County School Board (DCSB) held a special meeting on Thursday to correct their actions the previous week when there was a violation of the Open Meeting Law (OML).
During their March 13 meeting, new board member Yvonne Wagstaff made a motion Tuesday to select Jeanne Dwyer as superintendent, and the motion passed 5-0 with current Board President David Burns and Past President Susan Jansen abstaining.
Palisades Tahoe Alpine hosts Boarding for Breast Cancer’s ‘Love Your Peaks’ event
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2024 - 5:23pm
Event Date:
March 30, 2024 (All day)
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) is excited to ride/ski at Palisades Tahoe Alpine for the fourteenth stop of the 2024 Love Your Peaks Winter Prevention + Fundraising Series on Saturday, March 30.
A Nice Place to Visit-Tourism Below Sea Level" next Minden Mill history program
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2024 - 3:13pm
Event Date:
March 24, 2024 - 1:00pm
The next, free history program at the Minden Mill Distilling will be on Sunday, March 24 at 1 p.m. This program is “A Nice Place to Visit-Tourism Below Sea Level.” Using extensive research and seldom-seen photos, local authors, historians, and longtime Death Valley residents David & Gayle Woodruff examine the improbable story of how a company best known for producing laundry soap, helped turn a vast expanse of remote desert…with one of the least marketable names imaginable (Death Valley)…into one of the crown jewels of our National Park system and a “must-see” for visitors worldwide.
Amateur Radio Technican License Review and Test Session
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/23/2024 - 3:02pm
Event Date:
April 27, 2024 - 9:30am The Federal Communication Commission requires one to obtain an Amateur radio license to use a two-way radio on amateur radio frequencies.
The Technician license is the entry-level license, but allows you to talk from across town to around the world and more!
To help get you started on a “quicker basis” at passing the exam, the
Tahoe Amateur Radio Association provides a “One Day” review and Exam Session know as a “Ham Cram” on April 27, 2024.
Our Ham Cram day is like a “study cram” before taking your final exam.
A look at the staffing numbers and budget comparison at LTUSD
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2024 - 2:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With potential layoffs pending for eight teachers and two high school administrators in Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD), speculation has been circulating that the District is too "top heavy."
For a comparison, we have looked at the budgets for the 2017-18, 2020-21, and 2023-24 school years. For the same years, we also looked at the number of staff at the District level and school enrollment.
LTUSD budget
Letter: One tax, one regulation, one study and one lawsuit away
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2024 - 9:42am
The greater Lake Tahoe area is an object lesson in what happens when excessive bureaucracy creates problems that they cannot solve alone. The barriers to affordable housing and a diverse economy are a choice made for us by local and state politicians, unelected bureaucrats at TRPA, and lawyers and activists behind nonprofits that repeatedly assure us we are but one tax, one regulation, one study, or one lawsuit away from an eco-nirvana. Nothing could be further from the truth.
2024 Lake Tahoe Whiskey Expo at Stateline Brewery
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2024 - 9:01am
Event Date:
June 9, 2024 - 2:00pm
Experience the Ultimate Whiskey Extravaganza at the Stateline Brewery for the 2024 Whiskey Expo on June 9. This is a refined celebration of whiskey, entertainment, and camaraderie from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. This year's expo will offer an unparalleled experience with over 100 whiskey tastings, a captivating cocktail competition, and live music performances by La Fox and The Lounge Hounds, promising a delightful immersion in the world of whiskey.
Summer interest forms available on April 1st for Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 7:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe will open interest forms for its summer program and summer camps on April 1. The Club will be open for summer from June 24 to August 16 though they will be closed July 4-5 for the holiday. Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack will be provided for FREE. The cost for their general summer membership and punch cards are detailed here: bgclt.org/summer-membership.
Destination Stewardship Plan increases pace
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 7:29pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Lake Tahoe Destination Stewardship Council is accelerating the vision and actions outlined in the Lake Tahoe Destination Stewardship Plan to improve the way people, communities, and the environment benefit from a thriving tourism and outdoor recreation economy. The council has announced the hiring of its first Managing Director, Nettie Pardue, and the formation of “action teams” aligned with the plan’s strategic pillars.
Column: The call to protect Lake Tahoe echoes across the nation
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 6:41pm
Lake Tahoe has protectors just about everywhere in this great nation. Last week, TRPA representatives joined a coalition of Lake Tahoe supporters in Washington D.C. to urge the extension of a key piece of legislation that has been pivotal in Lake Tahoe’s preservation. The Lake Tahoe Restoration Act is set to expire in September of this year, putting a major source of federal funding at risk.
LTCC - LTUSD joint board meeting March 26
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 4:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Board of Trustees and Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) Board of Education Trustees are inviting the public to their joint meeting on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. This meeting will begin at approximately 5:15 p.m. and will take place in room L-104 (the Board Room) at LTCC.
City of South Lake Tahoe launches community survey
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 4:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe has initiated a resident survey to get input on government services and measure the quality of life in the community. The City plans to use the data in future strategic planning and priority setting. The survey allows more people to participate in shaping the future of South Lake Tahoe.
“We are excited to receive more input from the community on priorities. The survey will help us get a baseline understanding of our services and allow us to measure our impact going forward,” said City Manager Joe Irvin.
Spring weather is coming, and with it some very hungry bears - Keep Tahoe bears wild!
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 3:27pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The snow will melt soon in the Lake Tahoe region and winter will give way to a busy spring for area wildlife. Bears that have been wintering in their dens will emerge soon and they will be hungry!
Letter: More South Lake Tahoe residents seek jobs elsewhere while staying here
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 8:49am
Mr. Messina (in his Letter to the Editor on 3/19/24) believes that he has discovered "the cause of the current increase in complaints about housing availability" in South Lake Tahoe. What he has discovered is, that, lacking well-paying jobs in California, more and more South Lake Tahoe residents have sought work elsewhere while maintaining their residence here.
As our population has remained at about 21,500 for the past few years, there
LTVA recognized at State of California industry awards ceremony
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 8:17am
STATELINE, Nev. – The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority (LTVA) and its advertising agency, Noble Studios, were presented with the Visit California’s Poppy Award recognizing the creativity and effectiveness in tourism marketing for the destination’s Awe ‘and then’ Some paid brand campaign under $1 million.
Visit California received hundreds of submissions this year for its Poppy Awards recognizing some of the best work in the industry. Winners were announced on Tuesday, March 12, at the Poppy Awards gala during the Outlook Forum in Palm Springs.
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 9:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Just when you thought it was safe to start dreaming of spring and gardening, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Lake Tahoe Basin. The warning is in effect from 2 p.m. Friday to 11 a.m. Saturday.
Ski Run Presents: Mastering visual storytelling through curiosity, empathy and serendipity
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 9:43pm
Event Date:
March 27, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In this wild ride through decades of bearing witness to sweeping change, Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer, Nikon Ambassador and Think Tank Photo co-founder Deanne Fitzmaurice will share the personal philosophy that helps her capture jaw-dropping images at the next "Ski Run Presents" on Wednesday, March 27.
Tahoe Basin Ski League wins Western US High School Championships, Whittell earns All-Academic Team
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 8:21pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - George Whittell High School (Whittell) earned accolades this week, once for earning the NIAA Tahoe Basin Ski League All-Academic Team for having the highest GPA of its athletes, and second for Logan Robertson's abilities on the slopes.
Robertson represented Whittell at the Western US High School Championships in Mammoth, California this past week as a member of the Tahoe Basin Ski League team (TBSL). The team took first place in both Slalom and Giant Slalom as they competed against teams from seven different states.
Footprints in snow and mud lead law enforcement to South Lake Tahoe man hiding behind boulders
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 7:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A South Lake Tahoe man was arrested on Thursday after attempting to hide from law enforcement on the hill above Amerigas.
A deputy from the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) attempted to pull over a vehicle being driven recklessly at approximately 10:51 a.m. on US50 near Elks Club Drive. The driver attempted to abscond from EDSO and hide his vehicle behind the local Amerigas. After attempting to hide his vehicle, the driver ran through the snow into the forested area attempting to flee from the deputy.
March Madness bracket for Lake Tahoe beaches
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 6:32pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - March Madness is not only on the basketball court this season, but it is around the shores of Lake Tahoe too. The lake is surrounded by beautiful beaches, and now the public has a chance to vote on their favorites in a unique bracket.
The Tahoe Fund is running a March Madness-style tournament to determine the most popular beach at Lake Tahoe.
Next free Learning Haven forum: Financial planning for higher education
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 4:57pm
Event Date:
April 3, 2024 - 7:00pm
The Tahoe Learning Haven's April forum will focus on financial savings plans for higher education in California and Nevada. This forum is for parents of students who plan to attend some form of higher education after high school.
The free forum will be held on April 3 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
Some financial plans provide free funds (CalKids) for qualifying families. Both California and Nevada representatives will discuss 529 plans that are simple and easy to set up and use.
