SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - “It’s a privilege to work with such a wonderful crew of volunteers who give their time, talents, and hearts to the community,” shared Phil Weidinger, as he and his Weidinger PR staff members hosted the Monday Meal served at St. Theresa Grace Hall on July 31. Phil, Weidinger PR’s Chief Incite Officer, and his Adopt A Day team members Jenn Boyd Lemming, Lucy Priest, and Christina Proctor, also brought their “A” game in their efforts to help feed the dinner guests at the weekly meal they sponsored.

I am very pleased to learn that Caltrans decided to maintain the existing speed limit along U.S. 50 and SR 89 in the City of South Lake Tahoe for the next 14 years. I want to thank all of those who wrote letters and spoke out in opposition to raising the speed, the City Council for holding a public hearing on the matter and supporting us, and Caltrans for listening.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After heavy public input about the proposed speed limit change along US50 and SR89 in South Lake Tahoe, Caltrans has agreed to keep the existing speed limits. The public comments from the June 20 City Council meeting and input from the City have led to the speed limits remaining the same for at least the next 14 years.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Happy Homestead Cemetery District has a new newsletter out, and they'd like to inform the community of the upcoming events.

Veterans Day Ceremony - November
Day of the Dead Ceremony- November
Wreaths Across America- December

If you would like to purchase a Military Brick, there is still enough time to have the engravings complete by Veterans Day.

If you would like to purchase an engraving on the Public Safety Wall, these engravings can be completed as well.

Stop by the office to place your order, bricks and engravings are $100.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The fun continues at Tahoe Paradise Park on Friday, August 11 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. for the third concert of the Music in the Park series.

Jelly Bread is headlining with their "desert twang, urban funk and rock sound."

Grab your lawn chairs, coolers, picnic baskets, blankets, and grab your spot on the lawn near the clubhouse.

The concert is free but organizers accept donations.

The final Music in the Park show will be on September 1 with Boot Juice with their river rock and Americana sound.

6:15PM Update: Traffic is moving but the road is not completely clear. Use caution if driving near US50/SR28.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There is a major incident near the intersection of US50 and SR28 at the top of Spooner Summit. There are few details at this time but the Nevada State Police Highway Division is reporting an injury crash and all lanes are blocked.

It was reported at 3:45 p.m. Thursday.

If new information becomes available this story will be updated.

KINGS BEACH, Calif. - The Washoe Tribe called Da-ow-a-ga (or as we know it, Lake Tahoe) as their home for centuries, and two members of the tribe were at the 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit Wednesday to share the importance of the lake to their people.

"Tahoe is not only beautiful for us, this is life, the heart of our people," explained Washoe Chairman Serrell Smokey. "The earth and water gave us life."

Chairman Smokey said that after they were forced out of the Lake Tahoe Basin they are coming back to work together to not only acknowledge the Washoe land but to protect it.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What started as a dream 50 years ago has now moved into stages never before imagined at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC).

"This is a truly historical day for LTCC," said the college's President Jeff DeFranco on Tuesday in front of a crowd of state and community leaders, project staff, and the public. "This project is a game changer for the college, the community, and the students."

Join the South Lake Tahoe Library for an interactive and inspiring talk on ways to have more meaningful experiences in the outdoors. Gavin, from the South Lake Tahoe Library, will present a selection of science-rooted tips for creatively engaging with the natural world, blended with a reading of fine nature poetry and prose, paired with local wildlife photography.

The presentation is geared for adults but all are welcome.

Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

The South Lake Tahoe Library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.