community college
Liberty Utilities awards scholarships to students at LTCC, STHS and more
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/15/2017 - 4:38pm
Liberty Utilities has announced the winners of its annual high school and community college scholarships for students living within the utility’s service territory. This is the fifth consecutive year that Liberty has provided these awards.
South Tahoe High School – Emily Doyle
Loyalton High School – Sequoia Bergstrom
Douglas High School – Hunter Celio
Coleville High School – Slone McCann
North Tahoe High School – Lionel Pascal
Portola High School – Christina Silva
Truckee High School – Julia Meyer
Lake Tahoe Community College – Hannah Brown
City Council gives LTUSD $75,000 for fields; Asks they come back to consortium
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/07/2017 - 6:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dr. James Tarwarter, Superintendent of Lake Tahoe Unified School District, was at Tuesday's South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting to explain why LTUSD should receive $150,000 from the City for ballfield maintenance. He walked away with $75,000 with a strong recommendation that he join the Community Field Consortium Tarwater chose not to join in November, 2015.
Performances of Godspell at Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/04/2017 - 5:11pm
Hear the hit songs "Day by Day," "Learn Your Lessons Well,"
and "All for the Best" as the Theatre Arts Department at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) presents the iconic musical Godspell June 16-25.
Reno-Tahoe Odyssey run to go through South Lake Tahoe Friday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/02/2017 - 7:57am
The 13th annual Reno Tahoe Odyssey will take runners from Reno, north of Verdi, down to Boca Reservoir, Truckee, down to South Lake Tahoe, over to Virginia City and back to Reno starting Friday, June 2. The event this year is 174.5 miles long, has 242 teams which split up 36 legs of the race, and they don't stop as the sun drops, they run all night long.
South Tahoe High teacher Bridey Heidel is participating this year with her team of "Girls Gone Miles."
Staff, students and parents say goodbye to Principal Houck
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/29/2017 - 8:08pm
It was South Tahoe High Principal Chad Houck's last day on Friday, and the outpouring of support from teachers, staff, students and parents was evident.
For almost every morning for the past three years, Houck has greeted students being dropped off at the school, and Friday he was joined by others who carried pictures of the principal glued to a stick, "Chad on a Stick."
Parents got out of their cars, students stopped by for a handshake or hug and others called out their "goodbyes."
New STHS principal introduced as Chad Houck prepares for new job
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 3:57pm
Friday will be the last day on the job at South Tahoe High School (STHS) for Principal Chad Houck. He, his wife and five children are headed to Ridgecrest where he'll be the Dean of Instruction for Cerro Coso Community College starting June 5.
Burnt ballast in overhead lights prompts evacuation at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/23/2017 - 9:11pm
Lake Tahoe Community College issued an evacuation order after smoke alarms went off at the campus at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday. The school issued an "emergency" via Twitter, asking everyone to leave:
Alert: There is an emergency at Lake Tahoe Community College, please evacuate to your nearest evacuation area (see evacuation map).
Artist Erin Whitman to visit LTCC; Holding hands-on demonstration and lecture
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/22/2017 - 2:37pm
Event Date:
June 8, 2017 - 6:00pm
The community is invited to meet artist Erin Whitman when she visits Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) June 8-9. The school's Art Department welcomes the visiting artist for two days of events, including lecture about her work and artistic inspirations on Thursday, June 8 at 6 p.m. in LTCC’s Board Room. Whitman is also hosting a hands-on demonstration of her work on Friday, June 9 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Room F101, located in the Fine Arts building. These events, sponsored by the LTCC Foundation and the LTCC Art Club, are free and open to the public.
LTCC Student-Veteran to receive car from Recycled Rides
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 9:38pm
Event Date:
May 26, 2017 - 12:00pm
Lake Tahoe Community College and Recycled Rides invites the South Shore community to a special event where the keys to a refurbished vehicle will be awarded to one deserving LTCC student-veteran. The awarding ceremony takes place Friday, May 26 at 12:00 p.m. outdoors in the college’s Main Building courtyard area. Free barbecue and refreshments will be served, and all are welcome to attend.
Soroptimist International of SLT awards scholarships to local students
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/19/2017 - 8:13pm
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe celebrated students from the South Shore and their achievements during their annual Rewards for Excellence Scholarship Program on May 17.
Lake Tahoe Community College
Kimberly Barnett-Burton, Laura Buteau, Chris Fabrri, Kristopher Gaffney, Alysse Gutierrez, Morgan McCauley, Joshua Meno, Rachael Schaefer, Soleil Thiele, Ben Trevino.
South Tahoe High School- The Ivone Larson AVID Awards
Maya Brosch, Sophie Caputa, Kendra Conard.
South Tahoe High School
LTCC hires Russi Egan as new VP of Administrative Services
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2017 - 8:54pm
During a special meeting of the Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees on Thursday, Russi Egan was hired as the college's new Vice President of Administrative Services.
Egan is currently the Vice President of Administrative Services and Chief Financial Officer at Palo Verde College in Blythe, Calif. She will begin her new job at LTCC on July 1.
The position has been vacant since Jeff DeFranco became the school's new Superintendent/President in January, 2017.
The 2017 fire season outlook
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/18/2017 - 7:30am
With one of the biggest winters we have experienced in years and the snowpack level at 200-300 percent of normal, it is expected that the excessive precipitation will likely push the start of the 2017 fire season back a couple months.
“Below normal significant wildland fire potential is expected to develop across northern portions of the Great Basin and far western Nevada in May and June,” reports the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC).
However, the low risk scenario will not last forever once the moisture is gone.
Open House for those interested in earning four-year degrees at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2017 - 5:20pm
Event Date:
May 17, 2017 - 6:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) and Sierra Nevada College (SNC) partnership now offers bachelor's degrees in Global Business Management, Ski Business Resort Management, Psychology, and Elementary Education. All classes are taught on the the LTCC campus in South Lake Tahoe.
Courses are offered at the discounted tuition rate of $382 per credit. Already and student and want to transfer? Transfer your credits and pay only for the courses you need to graduate. Total upper-level tuition as low as $17,190 and Federal Student Aid is available to eligible applicants.
Community members to take snapshot of Lake Tahoe water quality after record snowpack
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2017 - 1:28pm
Event Date:
May 20, 2017 - 9:00am
The local community and visitors will be taking part in the League to Save Lake Tahoe's 17th annual Snapshot Day on Saturday, May 20 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. During this annual citizen science monitoring event, community members will collect water quality samples from dozens of Lake Tahoe’s south shore tributaries.
LTUSD has WASC plans and updates for South Tahoe High on website
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2017 - 4:56pm
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) didn't give South Tahoe High and the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) the results expected after a WASC accreditation team visited South Lake Tahoe in the Spring of 2016.
Instead of an expected six-year term they received a two-year accreditation which goes through June of 2018. On March 19 and 20 of that year a team of educators will return to the campus and evaluate recommended changes.
LTCC student art exhibition kicked off with reception and awards ceremony
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/10/2017 - 9:50pm
Event Date:
May 21, 2017 - 2:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The annual Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Student Art Exhibition will be kicked off with a reception on Sunday, May 21 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the school's Commons. The public is invited to the free reception and there will be live music and refreshments.
This month-long art show is always a hit. Approximately 400 works of student art will be on display from digital art and printmaking to sculpture, a culmination of students' creations over the past year.
Full schedule of events in South Lake Tahoe this weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 9:28am
There is a full slate of events in South Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area this weekend. On Al Tahoe Boulevard, one can hit the Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show, Earth Day, and Ladies' Morning Out on Saturday.
31-Day challenge returns to address mental health awareness
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 9:18am
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – Mental Health Awareness Month kicks into gear on May 1. Community members and visitors are encouraged to participate in 31 days of challenges, activities, and events to honor their own mental well-being and reduce the misconceptions about mental health.
Local events include:
4th Annual Mental Health Forum
Tuesday, May 9 - 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Student Union at South Tahoe High School
Tahoe Art League hosts exhibit in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 5:35pm
Event Date:
May 1, 2017 - 6:30pm
Participants in El Dorado County Wellness Center programs will have a chance to show off their artistic skills in the “Each Mind Matters” art exhibit hosted by the Tahoe Art League from May 1 to May 5. The exhibit is in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month and will be kicked off with with an artist's reception and awards ceremony in the school's Commons on May 1 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
Pro soccer team Reno 1868 FC to play LTCC in exhibition game Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 7:14pm
Event Date:
April 25, 2017 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.— Tuesday will be a historical night of soccer at Lake Tahoe Community College as the new professional soccer team, Reno 1868 FC, heads to the south shore to play an exhibition game against the college's men's soccer team. This will be the first professional soccer team to ever play in Tahoe.
On April 25, At 7:00 p.m. the teams will play under the lights at the LTCC home field. Admission is free and open to the public. Reno 1868 FC will sign autographs following the game.
LTCC students heading to renown ceramics conference
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 8:00am
Students in the Art Club at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) are gearing up for their annual participation in the California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Art (CCACA) conference in Davis from April 28-30. LTCC students are designing and installing a personalized exhibition that will be on display throughout the conference, joining 40 other regional schools with exhibitions installed at locations all around downtown Davis.
The surprising benefits of short workouts
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/23/2017 - 5:03pm
Don’t have time to exercise? According to recent research, a four-minute workout might be better than 30 minutes on the treadmill. Sounds almost too good to be true, but according to fitness researchers, it’s not.
Regular exercise improves your physical and mental health. Unfortunately, many adults do not make time for their weekly 150 minutes of moderate or intense activity recommended by the Centers for Disease Control.
South Lake Tahoe 5th-Graders take part in Winter Adventure Program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 5:15pm
Wildlife survival, avalanche safety, snowmaking, and environmental restoration are all part of the curriculum at a unique outdoor classroom at Heavenly Mountain Resort.
Nearly 300 fifth-grade students from Lake Tahoe Unified School District (TLUSD) took part in the EpicPromise Winter Adventure Program over five days in January and March. The program includes a ride up the ski resort’s Aerial Tram, snowshoeing, and getting hands-on learning experiences at a trio of educational stations.
Lake Tahoe Community Choir presents Broadway Old and New
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/18/2017 - 2:07pm
Event Date:
May 5, 2017 - 7:30pm Enjoy this unique American art form, the Broadway musical, as performed by the Lake Tahoe Community Choir in South Lake Tahoe. Songs from beloved musicals like Annie, Phantom of the Opera, Finding Neverland, Rent, Mamma Mia, Singing in the Rain, and others.
Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6: 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 7: 3:00 p.m.
All performances will at the Duke Theater on the Lake Tahoe Community College campus.
Tickets: $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, available at the LTCC bookstore or 1 hour before showtime.
Location
Duke Theater, Lake Tahoe Community College
1 College Drive
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
40° 42' 36.2484" N, 89° 30' 34.8156" W
See map: Google Maps
South Lake Tahoe couple launches award-winning BumpBar
Submitted by admin on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 5:16pm
No, BumpBar is not a new watering hole in South Lake Tahoe. Instead, BumpBar is a nutritious bar with the pregnant or nursing woman in mind, and is the creation of local couple Dr. Amanda Weavil, MD and Scott Weavil.
BumpBar began in 2015 when Amanda, a South Lake Tahoe OB/GYN wanted to develop a nutrition bar for her patients who were either pregnant or nursing. Something they have and not worry about the ingredients.
Scott researched the large nutrition bar market and found there were no options for sale like they had in mind, something people could eat on the go that was healthy.
Easter egg hunts and brunches in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 10:08pm
Holiday fun starts on Friday and goes through the weekend with Easter Egg Hunts and brunches.
Tot Egg Hunt at Kahle Community Park- Friday, April 14 - Sponsored by the Tahoe Douglas Firefighter's Association. Tot Egg Hunt is an Extra special day for Family Fun! The Easter Bunny will be hiding eggs outside and you can climb on fire trucks. Come inside and enjoy the bounce house, indoor playground, and refreshments. Bring a basket to collect eggs and a camera for an EGGciting day! Hunt begins at 11:00 AM.
Kudos: Organizer thanks community for 14th annual Drug Store Project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/12/2017 - 12:48pm“Choices, what are yours?” was the theme of our efforts in keeping our youth drug free.
South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club holds 50th annual Easter Egg Hunt
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/11/2017 - 9:15am
Event Date:
April 15, 2017 - 10:30am
The 50th annual Easter Egg Hunt will be hosted by the South Tahoe Optimist Club on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at the Lake Tahoe Community College starting at 10:30 a.m.
Thousands of eggs will be hidden next to the college's gym. Since there is still snow it is suggested kids wear appropriate footwear.
Before the hunt, which starts right at the blowing of the horn at 11:00 a.m. there will be a Easter Costume Parade at 10:30 a.m. and Easter Bonnet Contest at 10:45 a.m..
South Lake Tahoe job fairs and other employment opportunities
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/07/2017 - 12:21pm
Looking for a job in South Lake Tahoe? Here is information about upcoming job fairs and other current opportunities.
El Dorado County Connections - One Stop is hosting a free Hiring Event on Thursday, April 13, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Community College (Commons Area), located at One College Drive in South Lake Tahoe. During the event, representatives from Harrah’s and Harvey’s Lake Tahoe will share information about their organization, job opportunities and how to apply for current job openings.
Kudos: Tahoe Chamber thanks all for successful Go Local Business Expo
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 1:43pm
The GO Local: Business EXPO returned to the South Shore with huge success thanks to attendees, vendors, volunteers, and sponsors! Over 1,300 locals and visitors gathered inside the Harvey’s convention center, Friday, March 31, as Tahoe Chamber Member businesses showcased their latest programs, products, and services.
The night was highlighted with live entertainment from Heavenly Resort Mountain and The Loft Lounge, vendor giveaways including a raffle of two cruisers bikes courtesy of South Shore Bikes, and tasty food and beverage samples from all the generous restaurant vendors.
Get pampered at 6th annual Ladies Morning Out in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 11:37am
Event Date:
April 29, 2017 - 8:00am
Women of all ages can experience health and wellness activities that unite the body and mind at the sixth annual Ladies’ Morning Out on Saturday, April 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College.
“Ladies’ Morning Out is an opportunity for women to take time out for themselves,” says Natasha Schue, Barton’s Community Relations Coordinator. “The event celebrates health and wellness through fitness, pampering, and connecting with others.”
Volunteers still needed for South Lake Tahoe Science Fair
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/30/2017 - 8:00pm
The 2nd annual South Lake Tahoe Science Expo will be held April 4-7 at Lake Tahoe Community College and volunteers are still needed to help make it another success.
The Science Expo provides over 30 hands-on science activities for upper elementary students to learn about science. This year's theme is Earth and Space Science.
All the activities will be ready to go and volunteers will be trained for their station, so no science background is needed. You might even learn something new while teaching the local youth!
LTUSD and LTCC dual enrollment gives high school students college credits
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 1:19pm
A collaboration between the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) and Lake Tahoe Community College District (LTCC) will soon make it possible for South Tahoe High School (STHS) students to graduate with an AA degree at the same time they get their diploma.
It all starts with an expansion to the three current dual enrollment classes this fall.
By taking these classes, STHS students receive both high school and college credit for successfully passing designated courses, at no cost, possibly saving families tens of thousands of dollars for two years of college.
LTCC and LTUSD hold joint board meeting to discuss local education
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2017 - 11:27am
Event Date:
March 28, 2017 - 6:00pm
The annual joint board meeting with the Lake Tahoe Community College and Lake Tahoe Unified School District to discuss common goal strategies will be held on Tuesday, March 28 in the LTCC board room, L104, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
LTUSD will start off the evening with a closed session at the Education Center Board Room at 5:00 p.m. before moving over to the college. They will then reconvene their open session back at the Education Center Board Room at 7:30 p.m.
South Tahoe Greenway one step closer to reality
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2017 - 7:55pm
A 3.86 mile shared used bike trail from Van Sickle Bi-State Park to Sierra Boulevard is getting closer to becoming reality after a Memo of Understanding (MOU) has been developed between its three partners.
The first phase of the South Tahoe Greenway Shared Use Trail was completed through the Bijou neighborhood in Summer, 2015, but the next phase needed a partnership between the City of South Lake Tahoe (City), Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) and California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) to be completed.
Volunteers needed for science fairs around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/11/2017 - 9:16am
The 12th annual North Lake Tahoe Science Expo and 2nd annual South Lake Tahoe Science Expo are coming up and they both need volunteers to help with the over 30 hands-on science activities for upper elementary students. This year's theme is Earth and Space Science. All the activities will be ready to go and volunteers will be trained for their station.
Don't worry, no science background is needed and you might even learn something new while teaching the local youth!
Liberty Utilities scholarships open to area high school and LTCC students
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/07/2017 - 6:07pm
Liberty Utilities is once again offering academic scholarships for eligible high school and college students within its service territory which includes South Lake Tahoe, North Lake Tahoe and surrounding areas. The eight schools participating in the fifth annual scholarship program are South Tahoe High School, Loyalton High School, Douglas High School (students residing in Alpine County only), Coleville High School, North Tahoe High School, Truckee High School and Portola High School, as well as Lake Tahoe Community College.
Auditions for Godspell at Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/07/2017 - 1:02pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. — The smash-hit musical Godspell hits the stage at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) this summer, and auditions are now slated for March 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the Duke Theatre.
Performances of Gdspell take place June 16-25, 2017.
They are looking for actors of all ages and ethnic backgrounds for this award-winning musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin) and book by John Michael Tebelak.
Coyote Country Rail Jam at Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/06/2017 - 8:36pm
Event Date:
March 10, 2017 - 5:00pm
Lake Tahoe Community College is holding their first-ever Coyote Country Rail Jam on Friday, March 10 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and everyone is invited.
This free event is open to all skiers and boarders with "big-air dreams." All ages are welcome and there is no entry cost.
Dancing With the Tahoe Stars crowns new champion
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/05/2017 - 12:13pm
A packed house at MontBleu Resort on Saturday night was on hand to see Blue Angel Cafe owner, and Lake Tahoe Community College Board Trustee Jeff Cowen win the mirror ball trophy for the 5th annual Tahoe Arts Project's Dancing with the Tahoe Stars.
Cowen, and his professional partner Rhonda Keen performed a Bollywood number that brought down the house.
New Tahoe Chamber CEO brings passion for business and economic development
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/22/2017 - 10:25pm
"I'm looking for opportunities to build strategic relationships and leverage resources, and not duplicating what we already have," Craig A. Schmidt said after being on the job for five days at the Tahoe Chamber. "That is what excites me about the South Shore."
Schmidt is the new Chief Executive Officer for the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce, a job vacant since July 1, 2016 when "B" Gorman left to develop her coaching business.
Improv brings their comedy back to South Lake Tahoe at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/22/2017 - 11:12am
Event Date:
March 3, 2017 - 7:30pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. — Have some laughs and escape the winter blues with a night of off-the-wall, original comedy provided by Random Acts of Improv, the resident improvisation company of the Theatre Arts Department at Lake Tahoe Community College. The fun takes place Friday, March 3 at 7:30 p.m. in LTCC’s Duke Theatre, inside the Fine Arts building on campus.
Find out how to get involved at Helping Hands Volunteer Fair
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/21/2017 - 12:21pm
Event Date:
March 15, 2017 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - - In 1977, Live Violence Free was founded by volunteers with a phone booth and a desire to make South Lake Tahoe a safer, happier place to live.
Many other local nonprofits in the area have similar stories of their origin. South Lake Tahoe’s nonprofit and other service organizations were forged out of volunteerism. Dedicated individuals looking to make a difference have laid the foundation for the strong culture of service that exists in our community.
To further this culture, people need to continue to give time and labor back to the community.
Eight South Tahoe High students commit to play soccer for LTCC
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/15/2017 - 2:40pm
"Women's soccer has arrived," said Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Women's Soccer Coach Jeremy Evans as he introduced the six South Tahoe High School (STHS) athletes that will be playing for him in the fall.
"I think we will finally be there," Evans said of a team that is primed for post-season play. Not only did he recruit the six young ladies from STHS, he also is adding a Truckee player, one from Reno, a Las Vegas player who was on state championship team for four years and has 14 returnees from his 2016 team.
LTCC passes resolution supporting diversity, undocumented students
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/15/2017 - 10:38am
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees unanimously passed a resolution at its Tuesday night meeting in support of undocumented students and the benefits of diversity to LTCC’s campus and beyond. This resolution follows the release of a Statement on Diversity from LTCC’s new Superintendent/President, Jeff DeFranco, published in the wake of White House changes to immigration policy.
Here is the full text of the Board’s resolution:
LTCC issues statement about diversity, immigration and Dream Act
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/03/2017 - 5:18pm
Lake Tahoe Community College stands with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office and its Board of Governors in strongly supporting the values and benefits of diversity and inclusion; not just on college campuses, but in towns and cities large and small across the country. The current White House administration’s recent executive orders regarding immigration, the building of a border wall, and its rhetoric regarding Dream Act students has caused widespread concern among California’s community college students.
Discounted Sierra-at-Tahoe tickets to raise money for local charities
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/02/2017 - 9:15pm
It's that time of year again...Snowsports Week! Not only will five South Lake Tahoe area non-profits benefit from the annual event, but so will skiers and snowboarders with deeply discounted lift tickets for Sierra-at-Tahoe.
The specially priced advanced purchased full-day lift tickets are just $50 and they can only be used between February 13 and February 16. That's $47 off the regularly priced tickets.
Barton's February wellness lecture: Understanding palliative care
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/30/2017 - 6:59pm
Event Date:
February 1, 2017 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - Palliative Care is a new medical specialty focusing more broadly on improving life and providing comfort to people of all ages with serious, chronic and life-threatening illnesses.
Learn more about it during the next Barton Health lecture on February 1 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Community College Board Room located at One College Drive in South Lake Tahoe.
LTUSD to look at STEAM program, new course and budget at Tuesday's meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/30/2017 - 12:25pm
The Lake Tahoe Unified School District trustees will continue their discussion into the future use of the old Al Tahoe school site during a study session prior to their normal board meeting Tuesday.
Snow Day Monday for South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/22/2017 - 2:04pm
Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) is closing schools on the South Shore Monday, January 23 due to snow expected Sunday and Monday from the latest storm.
LTUSD crews are performing ongoing snow removal operations, as are the City of South Lake Tahoe, Caltrans and El Dorado County.
As of 2:00 p.m. Sunday, no other school in the Lake Tahoe Basin has announced school closures, including Lake Tahoe Community College.
