South Tahoe Now Frontpage Stories

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Despite the unexpectedly chilly and wild weather in August, the 7th annual Tahoe Brewfest on Ski Run Blvd. was a tremendous success, raising over $125,000 for the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe. On Saturday, August 24, more than 40 local and regional breweries showcased their craft beer, kombucha, cider, and spirits. More than 2,000 attendees were at the event, traveling from across the globe, representing 21 states as well as countries such as Japan and France.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two South Lake Tahoe residents fought Saturday evening, with each getting stabbed and transported to Barton Hospital. South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to the wooded area near Kyburz Avenue and US50 near the Lake Tahoe Airport at about 5 p.m. on August 31.

SLTPD is investigating and there are not many details available at this time, but so far what is known is that one of the victims called 911. Both men were transported to Barton Hospital with undisclosed injuries, but SLTPD said they are stable at this time.

Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 3, the Sand Harbor and Cave Rock boat ramps will shift to winter operating hours. The new schedule will see both boat ramps open daily from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sand Harbor's boat ramp will now be open seven days a week.

To ensure all boats are properly inspected and sealed by the 4:30 p.m. closing time, we strongly recommend planning to pull your boat or jet ski from the water by 4:00 p.m. This will provide boat inspectors with sufficient time to complete the necessary sealing process.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project continuing along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe next week.

The broadband project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed broadband into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.

Utility work is scheduled along the shoulders of both directions of SR-28 at the following locations and times:

The Barclay family is sad to announce the passing of Douglas Barclay. He passed in South Lake Tahoe on August 21, 2024. He was the beloved husband to Hellen Barclay and father to Prince Obere.

The funeral service will be held on September 5, 2024, at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, Calif. at 10 a.m. A reception will immediately follow in Grace Hall.

All are welcome.

Miss Me

When I come to the end of the road
and the sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul...

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It could have been straight out of an episode of The Jetson, and part of a futuristic dream - well, the future is here. An all-electric hydrofoil boat skimming along the surface of the lake, using no gas, no lake water, the ability to make tight turns and use "crabwalk," and with no worries about waves or wakes.

Navier Boats is at Lake Tahoe this holiday weekend, following up on popular demonstrations over the Fourth of July.

Bodyweight training goes back thousands of years as the chosen training method for the Greeks, Romans, and United States Navy Sea, Air, and Land (SEAL) Teams. Outside of being used in the training of the world’s greatest warriors, bodyweight exercises are a key component of many of the best fat loss and muscle gain workouts available.

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - A 41-year-old woman has been arrested as the suspected arsonist in three separate fires that were set in Placerville. CAL FIRE Law Enforcement Officers, assisted by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office arrested Lacy Young of Waterford on Thursday, August 29 for starting the fires earlier in the day in the area of Fort Jim Road and Newtown Road.

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There was a fatal climbing accident at Lover's Leap, Twin Bridges on Thursday afternoon. A 30-year-old woman fell while climbing with her partner and died from her injuries, according to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office.

On August 29 at about 5 p.m., El Dorado County Search and Rescue and the sheriff's office helicopter, Echo 1, responded to the area and assisted with the recovery.

At this time there is no further information that will be released. When more information becomes available this story will be updated.

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority is inviting local non-profit organizations to apply for $75,000 in funding as a result of one of the most successful American Century Championship tournaments in its 35-year history. Application must be completed by Monday, Sept. 23 by 5 p.m. https://ltva.org/american-century-championship-donation-request-application/.

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.

August 19 - August 25, 2024

8/19

15:08 LOST PROPERTY - Occurred at Silver Fork Rd/Us Hwy 50, in Kyburz, CA. Disposition: UNABLE TO CONTACT.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Republican Women of California – South Lake Tahoe (RWC-SLT) donated $1,000 to the South Lake Tahoe Police K-9 Association to assist Officer Cory Wilson and his K-9 partner, Rocky. The police K-9 program has a unique impact on the community as the dogs assist the police department with drug enforcement, search and rescue, and locating fleeing subjects.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Great Basin Institute will be hosting local urbanized bear expert "Tahoe Toogee" at its next event at the Lake Tahoe the Sky Amphitheater at Taylor Creek on Friday, August 30 at 7 p.m.

The title of Toogee's talk is "Black Bears in the Basin." This will be the first time he is visiting the stage at Taylor Creek.

Look for an informative and entertaining discussion on black bears in the Lake Tahoe Basin, and learn how to behave around them to keep them, and you, safe.

Clean Up The Lake (CUTL) and The Martis Fund have successfully concluded a new pilot research initiative, yielding even more positive results than anticipated. After completing underwater Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) surveys and submerged litter cleanups in Stampede and Boca Reservoirs from June 26th to July 3rd, 2024, the organization is pleased to report extremely low litter loads and no concerning AIS infestations.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Lake Tahoe is a cherished destination and it’s up to each one of us to take care of and protect this special place. This Labor Day weekend, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) encourages residents and visitors to plan, follow fire restrictions, leave areas cleaner than they found them, and practice good stewardship habits.

As the Labor Day holiday approaches, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is launching a statewide enforcement effort to keep the public safe on the road through the holiday weekend.

South Lake Tahoe CHP officers will be joining the statewide Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) beginning at 6:01 p.m. on Friday, August 30, and continuing through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, September 2. During the holiday weekend, all available CHP officers will be on patrol to encourage safe driving and assist motorists.

Nevadas U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen successfully led a bi-partisan effort to stop the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) plan to move postal operations from Reno to Sacramento. That plan would have caused local South Lake Tahoe mail to go to Reno, then to Sacramento for processing, back to Reno, and then to South Lake Tahoe.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - International Overdose Awareness Day is Saturday, August 31, and people in South Lake Tahoe will be coming together at Bijou Community Park from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Kiwanis Shelter next to the playground. Through the 2024 theme, “Together We Can,” the day will highlight the strength of coming together and standing in support of those connected to the tragedy of overdose.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What do you get when you combine crafted coffee, home decor, and a refreshing atmosphere? Gathered and Grown, of course. The new curated home goods store and coffee bar is now open in the Tahoe Keys Village and will be celebrating its opening on Saturday, August 31 with a special event.

Founded by mother and daughter, Rachel Langtry and Madison Hicks, Gathered and Grown offers an intimate setting to browse, shop, drink coffee and relax. There is also an outside patio to sit down and enjoy

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The CASA El Dorado Team is thrilled to invite families and community members to their Family Fun Day: a celebration of family, friendship, and community spirit. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 28, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The Hangar Lake Tahoe, 2401 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.