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Local food pairings a hit at sold-out Sample the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 11:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If you waited to the last minute to purchase tickets for the 8th annual Sample the Sierra you were out of luck on Saturday at Bijou Community Park. The popular festival of food, wine and beer sold out all pre-sale tickets prior to the event, and sold out of tickets at the gate just after opening, much to the disappointment of many.
1,500 full tasting tickets and 50 children tickets were sold. Those lucky enough to get in moved from booth to booth, each with either a wine, beer or alcohol paired with food, or a local artisan and their wares.
Lake Tahoe chosen as one of Best Adventure Towns for Fall
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 9:22pm
You don’t have to break the bank to have a once-in-a-lifetime adventure this autumn. With so many canyons, lakes, mountains, and more to explore right here in the US, you’ll find there’s a perfect fall vacation for every budget!
Top Adventure Towns You Can Afford
500 elite athletes headed to Lake Tahoe for Spartan Race World Championships
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 8:02pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 01 2017 .
September 28, 2017 (All day)
September 29, 2017 (All day)
September 30, 2017 (All day)
October 1, 2017 (All day)
Thirty countries will be represented at the Reebok Spartan Race World Championship, which is the preeminent event of the obstacle racing season, when it returns to Squaw Valley, Lake Tahoe September 28-October 1.
500 elite athletes from more than 30 countries are set to descend on Squaw Valley to put their skills and conditioning to the test in both individual and team competitions, and to celebrate the culmination of the 2017 Spartan Race season.
Three injured in DUI crash in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 7:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 21-year-old California woman is facing charges after the car she was driving crashed into a tree in South Lake Tahoe early Sunday morning.
The suspect told officers she was driving her 2003 Mercedes on Pioneer Trail just before 1:30 a.m., east of Highway 50, when she veered to avoid an animal she said was in the roadway. She successfully avoided the undetermined animal but instead drove her car into a tree on the south side of the roadway.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/17/2017 - 6:53am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
9/6
7:27 a.m. - Bear Report at VHR - Horace Greeley Ave - A MALE COMPLAINED ABOUT A VACATION RENTAL HAVING TRASH AROUND THE HOME. UPON ARRIVAL IT WAS CONFIRMED A BEAR HAD SCATTERED THE RUBBISH.
9/7
Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar employees volunteer on EpicPromise Day
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/16/2017 - 10:18pm
Employees from Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood Mountain Resorts participated in various conservation and maintenance projects around Lake Tahoe Saturday as part of EpicPromise Week.
Heavenly employees were at South Tahoe Middle School and Sierra House Elementary on South Shore on September working on several different projects, and kirkwood joined Cal Trout in the Kirkwood Meadow.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for September 17-23
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 7:19pm
The following is the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) roadwork schedule for the Lake Tahoe area.
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from Forest Road to the El Dorado Ditch in Fresh Pond: Westbound motorists can expect #2 lane closed for pavement repair. Completion is expected by the end of October.
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): The highway is reduced to one lane in each direction at Bridal Veil Falls for slope and roadway repair work. Completion is expected by the end of this year.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Reno man indicted for allegedly using 8,000 PayPal accounts in $3.5M scheme
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 5:17pm
A Reno man has been indicted on several charges after allegedly engaging in a $3.5 million fraud scheme using over 8,000 fraudulent PayPal credit accounts, bank accounts, and prepaid credit and debit cards he created with stolen identities.
Kenneth Gilbert Gibson, 46, made his initial appearance in federal court on September 14. He was indicted on 10 counts of wire fraud; three counts of mail fraud; 10 counts of bank fraud; six counts of access device fraud; and six counts of aggravated identity theft.
Blood Drive in South Lake Tahoe Friday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 4:32pm
Event Date:
September 15, 2017 - 9:00am
The South Lake Tahoe Board of Realtors is holding a blood drive on Friday, September 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at their office.
United Blood Services will be there to take blood, and everyone is invited to come by and donate. To book an appointment, visit www.BloodHero.com and register under blood drive code N1STR. People may call 800.696.4484 to book a donation time, or stop by the event at 2307 James Avenue (in the building addition).
El Dorado County $569 million budget released
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 4:12pm
El Dorado County Chief Administrator, Don Ashton, today released the County’s
Final Budget for fiscal year 2017/18. The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to review and approve the $569 million operating budget during their meeting on Tuesday, September 19.
Season winding down for El Dorado Beach Boat Ramp
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 1:23pm
Beginning on Monday, September 18, 2017, the El Dorado Beach Boat Ramp at Lakeview Commons will be closed Monday through Wednesday, and open Thursday through Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The last launch will be at 4:30 p.m.
The last day of Boat Ramp operations will be Sunday, October 1, 2017.
The maximum boat length is 23 feet. The boat length is subject to change due to water levels. The boat ramp passes under Lakeview Avenue, with a maximum 12 foot clearance.
Dr. Tarwater's contract extended three years; given 2% raise
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 10:39pm
Lake Tahoe Unified School District Superintendent Dr. James Tarwater was given a pay raise and three-year extension to his contact during Tuesday's school board meeting.
Dr. Tarwater, who joined the District on May 13, 2005, was given a satisfactory evaluation on his performance during closed session at the August 22, 2017 Board of Education meeting.
The Board unanimously approved a two-percent pay increase.
Concussions the topic of next lecture from Barton Wellness Series
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 9:40pm
Event Date:
September 13, 2017 - 6:00pm
Join a panel of speakers from Barton Health for a discussion on concussions on Wednesday, September 13 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Community College Board room.
Dr. Terry Orr, Dr. Jeremy Vanderhurst and Dr. Tracy Protell will be joined on the panel by speech therapist Susanne Bull and Traci Fogliani.
Learn about:
- Facts, symptoms, research and statistics on concussions
- What to expect when being seen in the primary care office for treatment
- How speech therapy is involved
- ADL modifications and returning to work
Kokanee Trail Runs in South Lake Tahoe this October
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 3:51pm
Event Date:
October 8, 2017 - 7:00am
Tahoe Mountain Milers are holding their annual Kokanee Trail Runs during the Fall Fish Fest on October 8. Participants can choose to participate in the 5K, 10K 1/2 Marathon or the Tadpole Trot at the Sno-Park on Highway 89 north of Camp Richarson.
Race day registration begins at 6:00 a.m. or those wanting to join in can sign up
on October 7 at Oktoberfest at Camp Richardson. Online registration is at
tahoemtnmilers.org.
The long-distance run will start at 7:00 a.m., the Tadpole Trot at 8:00 a.m.
Kudos: South Lake Tahoe Library thanks sponsors of Summer Reading Challenge
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 3:28pm
The South Lake Tahoe Library just wrapped up our Summer Reading Challenge, which encouraged children, teens, and adults to read all summer long. Over 300 patrons registered, logging a total of 3,990 books, and earning a total of 1,055 prizes! We would like to thank the many businesses and organizations that donated prizes and funds.
Tahoe Chamber holding Cannabis Workshop for employers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 12:21pm
Event Date:
September 20, 2017 - 12:00pm
The Tahoe Chamber is offering a workshop for employers concerning their policies and procedures on handling cannabis in the workplace on Wednesday, September 20 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in their conference room.
Recent changes to state laws in California and Nevada legalizing the recreational use of cannabis have led to confusion among employers. One key question is whether employers are required to accommodate an employee's use or possession of cannabis at the workplace.
Community walks for suicide awareness and to remember Emily Alessi
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/11/2017 - 3:58pm
No community is immune to loosing one of their own to suicide. A small community faces many of the same risks as do urban centers, and, according to a recent study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicides in rural areas are on the rise.
In just over three years there have been 23 suicides in the Lake Tahoe portions of El Dorado County:
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2015 - 8 suicides
May 1, 2015 - May 31, 2016 - 4 suicides
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/10/2017 - 10:19pm
The following are the 134 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from August 21-31, 2017.
8/21
00:15 - Tallac Ave at Pasadena Ave - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
01:51 - 1100 block of 3rd St - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
03:00 - 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
04:30 - Barton Hospital - Interfacility Transfer
11:24 - 1500 block of Black Bart Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/10/2017 - 1:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
8/30
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/09/2017 - 9:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 307 calls between August 28 - September 3, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
August 28 - 27 Calls
Unlicensed Driver at 3rd St and Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drunk in Public in the 4000 block of Manzanita
Transient/Homeless in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
Transient/Homeless at River Dr and Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant in the 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Transient/Homeless in the 3900 block of Pioneer Trail
Business licenses issued by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/09/2017 - 2:12pm
The following 90 businesses took out business licenses with the City of South Lake Tahoe during the month of July, 2017 (spelling of the business names is taken directly from the City's website):
7/3
4-SEASONS DECOR
A STERLING AFFAIR
ARTIST TO YOU - METAL ART
BAKER HOME PRODUCTS
CALVIN LEE CLOTHING STORES
DESERT PARADISE CLOTHING
GERALD DEWEY SALES
HENERY'S NIGHT LIGHTS
PS DESIGN
ROYAL OIL MFG
STEVEN LN PROPERTY
SWEET FEATHER
SWEET JEAN'S NUTTY GOURMET
THOMAS PHOTO ARTS
7/5
4LEAF INC
KOA ARCHITECTS
OUR ART'S DESIRE LLC
7/6
CLASSIC CUT LAWN CARE
Thieves steal over $110K in construction materials in Washoe County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2017 - 9:00pm
Suspects are being sought after two construction sites in Washoe County lost over $110,000 in materials during late night burglaries this week.
Detectives from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating two large commercial burglaries that took place between Wednesday night and Friday morning at construction sites in different parts of the county.
Low cost flu clinics in South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2017 - 8:52am
The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Public Health Nursing, will begin conducting low-cost community flu shot clinics on September 27, 2017, with additional clinics offered through November.
Spots available for Sunday's 15th annual Tour de Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2017 - 10:20pm
The 15th annual Tour de Tahoe, which is also known as Bike Big Blue Ride, is Sunday, September 10. Ride the 72 miles around the lake which include a challenging 800-foot climb to a rest stop overlooking Emerald Bay and a 1,000 foot climb to Spooner Junction.
Late, same-day registrations will be accepted as long as spaces are available.
Occupancy, density and caps of SLT VHRs topic of long meeting
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2017 - 12:19am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are two topics that fills the City Council chambers: Marijuana and Vacation Home Rentals (VHR). Interested residents and other stakeholders in the City's proposed changes to the VHR ordinance not only filled chambers, but filled seats surrounding televisions in the lobby where the proceedings were aired.
After almost six hours of presentation and conversation, the City Council voted to bring back the new ordinance in one month on October 5.
"Our job is to make a decision, not continuing to kick the can down the road," said SLT Mayor Austin Sass.
Slinkard Fire near Topaz now at 49 percent contained; 9.091 acres burned
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2017 - 3:51pm
The Slinkard Fire is currently located on the west slope of Antelope Valley, west of Topaz Lake and eight miles north of Walker, Calif. After being started by lightning on August 29, it has burned through cheat grass, sagebrush and pinyon/juniper.
418 firefighting crew members are working the fire which is located in Alpine and Mono counties in California and Douglas County in Nevada.
As bike-sharing brings out bad manners, China asks, what’s wrong with us?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2017 - 8:26am
BEIJING — Liu Lijing, a mechanic in Beijing, does not usually pay much attention to manners. He does not mind when people blast loud music, and he strolls the alleyways near his home in a tank top stained with grease. But when a stranger recently ditched a bicycle in the bushes outside his door, Mr. Liu was irate.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for September 3-9
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/03/2017 - 8:17pm
The following is the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) roadwork schedule for the Lake Tahoe area.
NOTE: Most traffic-interfering work will be limited through midnight Monday, September 4 due to the Labor Day holiday.
EMERGENCY PROJECT
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): The highway is reduced to one lane in each direction at Bridal Veil Falls for slope and roadway repair work. Completion is expected by the end of the year.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/03/2017 - 10:22am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
8/24
Shore Shore casinos biggest loser in July; Carson Valley casinos on the plus side
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2017 - 9:48pm
Casinos on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe had a rough month in July, having their "win" of $23,853,279 down 14.76 percent from figures a year ago. Carson City, Minden and Gardnerville had a "win" of $9,529,716, up eight percent from July of 2016.
As a state, Nevada were down 1.73 percent with a "win" of $997,972,643.
The "win" represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
City seeking applications for Roads Management Authority Commission.
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2017 - 8:59pm
If Measure C is approved by the voters on November 7, the City of South Lake Tahoe will need to appoint five to seven people to the new Roads Management Authority Commission.
The City Council promised the community to establish the commission that would approve road projects annually from funds generated from the proposed one-half of one percent sales tax increase. All monies collected are guaranteed to go solely to roads as dictated by law.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2017 - 4:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 257 calls between August 21 - 27, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
August 21 - 28 Calls
Warrant in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
Trespassing in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
August 22 - 36 Calls
Drunk in Public in the 2200 block of Eloise Ave
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
August 23 - 31 Calls
Warrant in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
August 24 - 35 Calls
Construction on new trail near Incline Village suspended for holiday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/01/2017 - 3:34pm
Due to anticipated heavy holiday traffic near Incline Village this Labor Day weekend, the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has put work on hold at the State Route 28 shared-used path Saturday, Sept. 2 through Monday, Sept. 4.
NDOT and Granite Construction officials timed current work to be at a point where State Route 28 could be accessible in both directions for the weekend. Work will remain in progress through Friday, Sept. 1 and will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 7:00 a.m.
Vacation rentals again on South Lake Tahoe City Council agenda
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/31/2017 - 2:14pm
Renting a home while on vacation is the trend in many tourist destinations, not only in Lake Tahoe, but across the globe. This new way of vacationing has not come without issues so many towns are creating ordinances or, like in Anaheim and other cities, banning them.
Dodgeball Tournament to raise funds for family of DCSO Investigator
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/30/2017 - 10:06pm
To help one of their own, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) and community members are holding a Dodgeball Tournament fundraiser on September 10 at Sierra Lutheran High School at 1:00 p.m.
DCSO Investigator Nate Almeida and his wife Jen learned their son Trent had B-Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in April of this year. Last week, the family received good new when bone marrow test results show no leukemia. Trent is now undergoing a 100-day cycle of chemotherapy and undergoing the next phase of treatment to keep those negative test results.
Fire near town of Topaz closes highways, evacuations in place
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/30/2017 - 3:13pm
UPDATE 8/31 10:00AM - The Slinkard Fire has grown to 5,000 acres with 0 percent containment this morning. The fire has burned to Hwy 395 and crossed Hwy 89 to the north.
Last night, fire crews focused on the eastern flank of the fire along Hwy 395 and engine crews were dedicated to structure protection in northern Topaz. There are no injuries and no structures lost at this time. Power is out in the immediate area.
City of South Lake Tahoe looks at temporary ban of marijuana sales
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/29/2017 - 11:55pm
There is no need to rush into an ordinance regulating the sale of marijuana in South Lake Tahoe. That was the overwhelming opinion of the SLT City Council Tuesday night after a special, four-hour long Cannabis Workshop.
"We owe it to our community to make sure we take every measure to protect them," said SLT Mayor Austin Sass.
Douglas County to hold community roundtable on strategic plan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/29/2017 - 9:05pm
Douglas County is hosting one of two annual citizens’ roundtable discussions on September 19, 2017 at the TRE Community Center from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The discussions will include an overview of county projects and activities contained in the plan and give citizens an opportunity to learn more about specific projects in which they have an interest. County staff will engage citizens in an activity to help plan for next year’s budget priorities. Results of the session will be shared with the Board of Commissioners at a November meeting.
Two men hospitalized after separate Lake Tahoe area hit-and-run collisions
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/29/2017 - 2:41pm
Two men were injured and hospitalized and one dog died after two hit-and-run incidents in Lake Tahoe on Monday, August 28, 2017.
The California Highway Patrol is looking for the driver of a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe Monday afternoon, leaving a man with serious injuries.
At 1:40 p.m., 58-year-old Larry D. Ferguson was riding east on McKinney Rubicon Springs Road in Tahoma when he was struck by a gray mid-sized SUV traveling west as he made a turn onto Bellevue Avenue.
Two mean hospitalized after separate Lake Tahoe area hit-and-run collisions
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/29/2017 - 1:37pm
Two men were injured and hospitalized and one dog died after two hit-and-run incidents in Lake Tahoe on Monday, August 28, 2017.
The California Highway Patrol is looking for the driver of a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe Monday afternoon, leaving a man with serious injuries.
At 1:40 p.m., 58-year-old Larry D. Ferguson was riding east on McKinney Rubicon Springs Road in Tahoma when he was struck by a gray mid-sized SUV traveling west as he made a turn onto Bellevue Avenue.
NDOW allowing 20 black bears to be hunted; Protesters plan demonstration
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/28/2017 - 11:11pm
On September 15, 2017 the annual Nevada bear hunt season opens, and this year 45 hunters have been issued tags to participate in the season that lasts until December 1, or until the quota of 20 black bears has been met. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) calls this the "Black Bear Harvest."
In protest of the hunt, a "peaceful, educational" demonstration has been planned by NoBearHuntNV.org and Compassion Works International on September 16 in Reno. Participants will be meeting at the intersection of South Virginia and McCarran in front of Reno Star sculpture at 11:00 a.m.
Beach and cell tower among agenda items at Tahoe Paradise Park board meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/28/2017 - 8:29pm
Event Date:
August 31, 2017 - 6:00pm
The monthly meeting of the Tahoe Paradise Resort Improvement District Board of Directors will be held on Thursday, August 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the park's clubhouse.
MEETING AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND CONFIRMATION OF QUORUM
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/27/2017 - 8:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 280 calls between August 14 - 20, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
August 14 - 36 Calls
Drunk in Public in the 4100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant in the 900 block of Tata Lane
Grant Theft in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
August 15 - 40 calls
Transient/Homeless in the 3500 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/27/2017 - 10:13am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
8/20
1:40 a.m. - Discharging Firearm - Chippewa St - 25-YEAR-OLD MALE SUBJECT WAS ARRESTED FOR FIRING A HANDGUN INSIDE OF HIS RESIDENCE AND BEING DRUNK IN PUBLIC. A REPORT WAS GENERATED FOR DOCUMENTATION.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for August 27-Sept 2
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/26/2017 - 6:28am
The following is a list of the Caltrans projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin for the week.
EMERGENCY PROJECT
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): The highway is reduced to one lane in each direction at Bridal Veil Falls for slope and roadway repair work. Completion is expected by the end of the year.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Bread & Broth 4 Kids wraps up successful summer food program
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/25/2017 - 10:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bread and Broth 4 Kids (BB4K) just wrapped up their first summer food program for the children of South Lake Tahoe, and it was a very successful one.
Family friendly Hoedown at Donner State Park
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/25/2017 - 3:29pm
Event Date:
August 27, 2017 - 11:00am
Enjoy a day of historic fun as the Sierra State Parks Foundation holds a good, old fashioned hoedown at Donner Memorial State Park on Sunday, August 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This family friendly free event with costumed docents, special state park interpreters with educational, hands-on activities, food vendors, music and a historical walk. A perfect place for the whole family to not only say goodbye to summer, but to learn about the decorated past of the Truckee-Donner area.
Schedule of events:
11:00 a.m.: Guided History walk: The Stevens-Townsend Party
Special evening meeting for City Council's Cannabis Workshop
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/23/2017 - 9:34pm
The South Lake Tahoe City Council is holding a Cannabis Workshop on Tuesday, August 29 at 5:00 p.m. in their chambers at the Lake Tahoe Airport.
They decided to hold the meeting during the evening hours instead of their normal 9:00 a.m. meeting time in hopes more citizens would attend and speak.
No sales of cannabis are currently allowed in California outside of medical marijuana dispensaries. The state is finalizing their regulations and the City wants to be prepared as those are slated to start January 1, 2018.
New fire east of Carson City burns over 1,100 acres
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/23/2017 - 6:22pm
The Lyons Fire burning 15 miles east of Carson City has now consumed 1,128 acres since lightning started it Tuesday afternoon.
68 firefighters are on the scene of the fire which is on the east side of the Pine Nut Mountain Range.
There is no containment at this time.
Update on other area fires:
The Voltaire Fire behind Fandango in Carson City is now fully contained, but not after burning 135 acres and causes some evacuations. That fire was also started by lightning on Tuesday afternoon.
Lake Tahoe Summit: Bi-state, bipartisan effort to preserve Tahoe never complete
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/22/2017 - 9:15pm
Achievements in preserving Lake Tahoe were celebrated August 22 during the 21st Lake Tahoe Summit at Tallac Historic Site, but it was clear there is a lot more to do and the job will never be over.
Started by former President Bill Clinton in 1996, this annual gathering of government, public agencies and private partners highlights what has been done, what is being done, what what still needs to be done in keeping Lake Tahoe clean and clear.
