Thursday, December 7, 2023 - 10:38am
A South Lake Tahoe man was arrested in Sacramento Thursday after a federal grand jury returned an indictment against him, charging him with nine counts of wire fraud, one count of aggravated identity theft, and three counts of monetary transactions with proceeds of specified unlawful activity. The indictment was unsealed after the arrest.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 10:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Imagine picking up a book in 2023 stating that "someday man will walk on the moon." One would correctly guess that the book is too old to be in a library. There are old books like this in South Lake Tahoe school libraries, and Lift Literature is on a mission to refresh those libraries with current books. Libraries are a hub for inspiration, as well as powerful and critical information. More often than not, the school library is the only place Tahoe kids have access to books.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 9:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students in grades 6-8 at South Tahoe Middle School (STMS) experienced Challenge Day last week. It was a day of connecting across lines of difference, giving a sense of belonging, and giving students the tools to create the culture they want in the school.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 7:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Wednesday night is the sixth night of the Cuppa Tahoe/South Lake Tahoe Library's 24-day Tahoe Reading Advent Calendar. Tonight's bedtime reader is CoWork Tahoe and Untethered Space Co-Owner David Orr and his and Jamie's daughters, Annika and Ninah.
"Jamie and I read to our daughters every night to help them wind down," said David, who is also a board member of TAMBA. "I find it a good way to spend some quality time with my girls and wear mud masks or do our nails."
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 5:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Lake Link microtransit service is being expanded in South Lake Tahoe. The next phase will move the service area west along US50 to Lodi Avenue, encompassing the Tahoe Sierra (Sierra Tract) and Highland Woods neighborhoods.
The South Lake Tahoe City Council approved the additional funding of $500,000 to support the expanded service which is provided by the South Shore Transportation Management Association (SSTMA).
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 1:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Greater Lake Tahoe area to be in effect from 4 p.m. Wednesday to 4 p.m. Thursday for areas above 6,000 feet.
Snow is expected above 6000 feet. Snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches, except 1-2 feet above 8000 feet. Ridge winds gusting as high as 100 mph.
In South Lake Tahoe, the two-day forecast from NWS Reno-
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 12:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Brewing Company is hosting Pet Photos with Santa this Sunday, December 10 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. This is a fundraiser for the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe.
Bring your pets - it’s not just an adorable way to celebrate the holidays with your pets, it’s a fundraiser for the Humane Society as well!
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 11:26am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Monday morning, employees were caught by surprise when they were told the Denny's in South Lake Tahoe would be closing that day. After 40+ years in business, the franchisee closed the doors.
Franchise owner Paul Schmidt said it was multiple reasons leading to the closure, starting with COVID. He said sales had declined since the pandemic, and then the Caldor Fire didn't help. He said while the volume at the restaurant was never high, they did okay until people started staying away from South Lake Tahoe.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 11:04am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Insomnia Cookies will be opening soon in South Lake Tahoe to satisfy late-night sweets cravings. The beloved "cult brand" known for serving warm cookies all day and late into the night will open on the South Shore this winter. They will be opening in the Chateau at the Village which is the brand's 18th location in California.
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 10:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) wants the public to know some very important rules when cutting down trees for their Christmas holiday. Even though tree permit holders are given instructions when they purchase the permit, it has become evident to forest officials that they aren't always being followed.
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 8:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tuesday night is the fifth night of the Cuppa Tahoe/South Lake Tahoe Library's 24-day Tahoe Reading Advent Calendar. Professional rock climber, guide, and comedian, Timmy O'Neill, reading Where the Wild Things Are to his son Cody.
"I read to Cody because books let you travel, and interact with new places, people, and purpose," said Timmy. "Reading is important to me as it broadens my vocabulary of words, worlds, and ideas."
Reading before bed gives you and your baby a chance to cuddle and connect while setting a routine that will help calm your...
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 6:34pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for the Greater Lake Tahoe area from 10 a.m. Wednesday to 1 a.m. Thursday. Expect winds from the southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and waves 2 to 4 feet for Lake Tahoe.
Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
NV Energy has issued a Public Safety Outage Management (PSOM) warning for the Carson City - Genoa area for Wednesday, December 6.
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 6:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Do you want your child to learn in English and Spanish? Bijou Community School is now accepting commitment forms for our Two Way Bilingual Immersion TK and kindergarten classes!
Bijou Community School brings together English and Spanish-speaking students TK through 5th grade in a Two Way Bilingual Immersion (TWBI) program by supporting them to learn to read, write, speak, and listen in two languages.
The program has three goals:
Bilingualism and biliteracy
High academic achievement in English and Spanish
Sociocultural competency...
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 5:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Some of the recent newcomers to Tahoe who have fled big cities have been over-critical of those among us who have worked hard to build and sustain this little city. It’s the local elected bodies who are the ones who often bear the brunt of the criticism. They are saddled with the concerns of those who are trying to make ends meet while the state and feds keep moving the ends.
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 4:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue's popular decorated fire truck will start making its holiday rounds on December 10, with the last stops on Christmas Eve. The truck will leave Station 1 at 5 p.m. nightly.
It will be at the City of South Lake Tahoe/Lake Tahoe Historical Society Festival of Winter Lights on Friday and Saturday, December 8 and 9, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 3:41pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The Whittell High School basketball team is excited to host a four-day tournament this week that includes teams from more than a dozen schools, including South Tahoe and Douglas High Schools. Coaches Kelly Wilson and Shaunna Ridge, along with the entire team, invite the community to come see the Warriors in action. Warrior game times are as follows:
Wednesday, 12/6, 4 p.m.: JV plays Douglas HS
Wednesday, 12/6, 7:45 pm.:. Varsity plays Owyhee
Thursday, 12/7, 4 p.m.: Varsity plays Sac Day
Friday, 12/8, 3:15 p.m.: Varsity plays Carlin
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 9:47am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Community College's Rock Ensemble class is holding a class performance on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at the Duke Theatre.
Directed by Liz Broscoe, the suggested donation is $5 with all proceeds going to Encompass Youth, a South Lake Tahoe-based 501(C)(3) nonprofit.
Broscoe, a talented and renowned percussionist, will also be performing.
The doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show. The Duke Theatre is located on the Lake Tahoe Community College campus, One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe.
Monday, December 4, 2023 - 10:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sponsoring their second Adopt A Day of Nourishment for the year, Tahoe Green Dispensary hosted the Monday Meal on November 27. Even though two of the planned Adopt A Day sponsor crew members were unable to attend due to being under the weather, the sponsor crew arrived with two ‘substitute’ team members to replace the ailing Tahoe Green Dispensary employees.
Monday, December 4, 2023 - 8:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Cancer League is holding its 45th annual See's Candies sale through December 23, or while supplies last. It is a great time to support the league while also grabbing gifts for friends and family (or yourself).
They are in the American Legion this year, daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Also at the American Legion is a daily rummage sale with a lot of Christmas decorations available for purchase.
Monday, December 4, 2023 - 8:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Monday night is the fourth night of the Cuppa Tahoe/South Lake Tahoe Library's 24-day Tahoe Reading Advent Calendar. Sierra-at-Tahoe General Manager John Rice. He is reading The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor.
"I encourage everyone to read at night before bed," said John. "You'll sleep better."
Did you know that you could help reduce your holiday stress and cut tension in half by reading a book before bed?