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City Council candidates respond to South Lake Tahoe Chamber questions
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/20/2020 - 4:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce Board recently asked the nine City Council candidates ten questions they felt were of most importance to its members. The questions focused mainly on topics relating to things that will or may affect both the local small businesses and the community in general.
Their board made the decision to not endorse a specific candidate this election, but instead rank them based on how much they align with the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce goals based on their answers to the questions below.
South Lake Tahoe rally held to support local law enforcement
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/19/2020 - 4:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Almost 200 people showed up Saturday to display their support of South Lake Tahoe law enforcement during a rally on a national day to "Bridge the Blue."
The supporters gathered at the entrance to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) and South Lake Tahoe Police buildings before many of them joined a walk down Johnson Boulevard to US50 over to Lakeview Commons and down Al Tahoe, then back to the beginning.
SROs on campus in South Lake Tahoe: More than a police officer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 10:24am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - School Resource Officers, or SROs, have been a recent topic of conversations in the community with some residents questioning the need for an armed officer on South Lake Tahoe campuses.
The word "resource" gives one an insight into their position - a resource for the students, and not only at school. A resource for the parents. A resource for the school district. A resource for the school.
And the job doesn't end there.
Peaceful candlelight vigil held in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/01/2020 - 6:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There have been public gatherings across the country in response to the death of George Floyd on May 25 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, some peaceful, some turning into riots.
On Saturday, May 30, a peaceful candlelight vigil was held at Lakeview Commons in South Lake Tahoe to highlight "Black Lives Matter" and to raise awareness of racial injustice.
"Coffee With a Cop" celebrated all week in South Lake Tahoe; First Responder Friday too
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/30/2019 - 8:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - National Coffee With a Cop day may be on October 2, but the Starbucks at the "Y" in South Lake Tahoe is going to celebrate the day all week long....and it won't be just for cops.
From open to close, the Starbucks located at 1064 Emerald Bay Road will offer free coffee and pastries to law enforcement and fire fighting personnel, with free coffee for those stopping by to chat. On Monday, some of the officers even stepped behind the counter to make some coffees for patrons.
Washoe County Sheriff's Office hosts National Coffee with a Cop Day in Incline Village
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2019 - 2:46pm
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office added a third location for this year’s Coffee with a Cop Day in order to provide the public a greater opportunity for a one-on-one conversation with Sheriff’s Office executive staff and supervisors.
The new location is I.V. Coffee Lab, 907 Tahoe Boulevard in Incline Village. Chief Deputy Greg Herrera and Patrol Captain Don Gil will be available to answer questions, address concerns, or just casual conversation from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2019.
It happened - Ms. Heidel not only meets Duran Duran, she's brought on stage!
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2019 - 3:23pm
Dreams really do come true.
A life-long dream came true for South Tahoe High English teacher Bridey Heidel when she met Simon LeBon of Duran Duran on Friday night during their outdoor concert at Harveys. Not only did see meet him during a personal one-on-one back stage before the concert, she was also brought on stage for hugs, holding hands, a kiss on the cheek, and a song.
"I feel like I'm going to explode," said Bridey after meeting LeBon and waiting to go on stage. She had just spent time with him in the backstage sitting room, getting to chat with the lead singer and others.
Meeting Duran Duran next week the goal of beloved South Lake Tahoe teacher
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/02/2019 - 1:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sure, everyone has their celebrity crushes when growing up, but meeting Duran Duran is so much more than that for South Tahoe High teacher Bridey Thelen Heidel.
Many have followed her journey to meet Duran Duran and lead singer Simon Le Bon. In August of 2015, we carried her story to gain the notice of comedienne Ellen DeGeneres so she could go to her show and meet Le Bon and the band.
Kudos: Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra thanks Elegant Evening supporters
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 8:09pm
Dear Community, The sold-out 30th annual Elegant Evening 2019 at Harrah’s Tahoe was a huge success and that was due to the generosity of businesses and friends near and far. We are beyond thrilled that our special appeal for Challenge Day was met and exceeded!
Pray for Snow party, ski movie premier and fundraiser in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/19/2017 - 4:01pm
Event Date:
November 17, 2017 - 7:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Help kick of the ski season during the Lake Tahoe premier of Transworld Snowboarding’s film Arcadia at the Local Freshies® Pray for Snow party on November 17 at South Lake Brewing Company. Doors at this family friendly event open at 6:00 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m.
Local food truck “High on Food” will be serving gourmet popcorn as well as tasty theater treats such as nachos, hot dogs and more.
National Night Out - Staying safe at home, work and play
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/30/2017 - 7:11pm
Every year, on the first Tuesday in August, nearly 40 million people in 16,000 communities across the United States turn out to celebrate National Night Out. The event was first hosted in 1984 as a way to bring communities together and promote stronger ties between citizens and the law enforcement personnel who serve them. Communities are at their best when neighbors feel a common bond and a sense of community not only among themselves but also with their local public servants, and National Night Out is a fun and enjoyable way to foster those important ties.
Colorado marijuana law expert trains Nevada's rural cops to catch stoned drivers
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/17/2017 - 2:41pmCARSON CITY -- Former Colorado prosecutor Chris Halsor stands before a room filled with prosecutors and cops and asks them a simple question: How many of you can visually identify an ounce of marijuana?
After a momentary pause, a few confident responses and a few slowly raised hands, a young Nevada Highway Patrol officer mutters with a chuckle, "I'd know more than an ounce of marijuana."
Carson City teens may be in South Lake Tahoe, last seen near local motel
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/09/2016 - 5:15pm
9/12/6 update: All four teenage girls who were reported as runaways last week have now returned home, the Carson City Sheriff's Office investigators said today.
Two sisters, 15 and 16, who were listed as runaways and not seen since Sept. 2, have turned themselves over to juvenile officers. A 14-year-old had returned to her residence on Thursday and a 16-year-old was located Wednesday.
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Coffee with a Cop: Meet with Sgt. Shannon Laney
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 10:01pm
Event Date:
August 27, 2015 - 8:00am
The community has had an opportunity all summer to meet with the South Lake Tahoe Police Chief, Lieutenants and Sergeants this summer during their "Coffee With a Cop" series which is held ever Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Starbucks near Stateline.
These meetings give locals and visitors the chance to meet the officers and help shape our policing efforts in South Lake Tahoe. People are encouraged to stop by and share what’s going on in your neighborhood, what you are concerned about, and of course they’re happy to hear good news as well.
Man arrested for fireworks, being drunk and spitting on deputy
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/07/2015 - 9:28pm
An El Dorado County Sheriff's Deputy, thinking he heard the sound of fireworks, responded to the area of El Dorado Hills Library on July 4 at about 11:00 p.m. Checking the area of Tilden Drive and Avellano Drive, he found the fireworks sounding like they were coming from a residential backyard. With the assistance of witnesses and Serrano Security, the deputy located several persons lighting and shooting off illegal fireworks from the back of a house in the 3800 block of Tilden Drive.
Years of water conservation have helped South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/19/2015 - 10:12pm
As one can imagine, Donielle Morse has been very busy lately. As the Water Conservationist specialist for the South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD), Morse spends her days informing, teaching and keeping up on the new state water mandates.
Drought or no drought, water conservation is necessary and its the reason South Lake Tahoe is faring better than most communities in the West. Since 2007, local water users have cut back 27% of their annual water usage.
Carson City man arrested for double-crossing cops, steals money for drug deal
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/12/2015 - 12:25pm
A 24-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday on multiple felony charges after allegedly agreeing to wear a wire for a drug deal and then fleeing with $850 given to him by law officers in order for him to make the transaction, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
The man’s 29-year-old sister, also faces felony charges after allegedly aiding and assisting in his escape.
Bright Lights, Dark Places Author Shares Her Story of Being One of the 1st Female Cops in Vegas
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/19/2014 - 11:03am
Event Date:
April 26, 2014 - 1:00pm Friends of the Library presents Debra Gauthier, one of Las Vegas’ first female police officers, who will share her book that expresses the painful reality of combating biased attitudes and the joy that comes from surpassing limitations. Packed with fascinating stories, Bright Lights, Dark Places gives you an inside look at this interesting career. The author will be sharing from the chapter, "What Have I Gotten Myself Into?" and showing a clip from the television show ‘Cops’. Book sale and signing to follow.
The event is at the library on April 26, 2014 at 1 p.m.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
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South Shore criminals keep cops busy
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/14/2013 - 2:35am
Gangs, drugs, the threat of violence at schools, parents who are not engaged, and a crime rate that is increasing.
Those were some of the topics South Lake Tahoe Police Chief Brian Uhler, El Dorado County sheriff’s Lt. Pete Van Arnum, and Steve Heggen with county probation touched on during this month’s Lake Tahoe Collaborative meeting.
Sen. Harry Reid addresses 2013 Nevada Legislature (full text)
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/20/2013 - 7:30pm
Nevada son and U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid addressed a joint session of the Nevada State Legislature today in Carson City. Here is the text of his speech:
Supreme Court inaction allows people to videotape, record cops
Submitted by admin on Wed, 11/28/2012 - 8:50amCops: Man leads police on 100-mile chase in NV
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/26/2012 - 12:36pmWINNEMUCCA, Nev. (AP) - A man was arrested Saturday after authorities said he led them on a 100-plus-mile chase on Interstate 80 that ended in a fiery crash of a carjacked vehicle near Winnemucca.C...
Cops: 2 men cooking drugs cause explosion in S. Tahoe
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/03/2012 - 4:25pmS. Tahoe cops clamping down on drivers using cell phones
Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/17/2012 - 6:20pmFitch Affirms South Tahoe Public Utility District with AA+; Rating Outlook Stable
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 2:06pmFitch Ratings affirmed South Tahoe Public Utility District on Monday as part of its ongoing survey of public agencies, noting the ratings outlook remains within the organization remains "stable."
The firm, which positions itself as a global rating agency dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, research and data, gave the water and sewer district a AA+ rating, noting $10.8 million sewer revenue certificates of participation. The ratings agency also asserts that STPUD continues to have strong reserves in place that protects the district against a reduction in its property tax revenues.
Cops: 7 dead, 3 hurt in Oakland Christian school shooting
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/02/2012 - 1:28pmOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - A gunman opened fire Monday at a Christian university in California, killing at least seven people, wounding three more and setting off an intense, chaotic manhunt that ended...
Jumping Back To The Future
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/21/2012 - 1:45pmAs a pair of 25-year-old rookie cops, actors Jonah Hill (29) and Channing Tatum (31) push the envelope, but the credibility of their characters is smashed when they are sent back to high school ...
Movie Review: '21 Jump Street' more basic teen fare but enough laughs to be a winner for all
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Sat, 03/17/2012 - 12:35pmThe action-comedy film "21 Jump Street," currently playing at the Horizon Stadium at Stateline, Lake Tahoe, may seem a little familiar to those who saw the teen comedy "Project X" recently. And for good reason, the writer for both films was Michael Bacall. There's much of the same in both films, high school affairs drugs and teen mammoth parties.
Pass on the doughnuts, but feast on the funny with Kevin Jordan
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/26/2012 - 9:01amIt's not too often the Improv features a comedian who started out in law enforcement. Billy D. Washington was one if the first black cops in Houston, and he incorporates that into his act in a v...
Full Text of President Obama's State of the Union address; GOP response
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 6:47pm
The following is the complete text of President Obama's State of the Union address as written.
Remarks of President Barack Obama - As Prepared for Delivery
State of the Union Address
"An America Built to Last"
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012
Washington, DC
Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans:
Movie Review: 'The Sitter' has some moments but not many
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 1:26amBy Sam Bauman
"The Sitter," billed as a black comedy and currently flickering at Heavenly Village Cinema at South Shore Lake Tahoe, is mercifully only 81 minutes long, but that's long enough to spell disaster to any discriminating movie goer.
It stars comic actor Jonah Hill as college failure Noah forced into baby sitting three of the most repellent child actors in living memory. He is also pursuing a blonde who is suggesting intimacy that night.
Question Your Cops: How to excerise due care on Tahoe's slick winter roads
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 8:45amINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - This week's question, from M. Harlen: "A resident friend of mine received a citation last winter. The citation was for Failing to Exercise Due Care. She was driving her SUV ...
S. Tahoe cops arrest man ordered to stop soliciting money for ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 1:13pmA Rolling Hills Estates man ordered recently to stop soliciting donations online for Hurricane Irene victims has been arrested in South Lake Tahoe, police said. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../s-tahoe-co...
Cops, Caltrans prep for Fourth of July
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/29/2011 - 8:18amCome this weekend, cops will be out in full force and Caltrans will pull construction crews off the roads to prepare for the influx of visitors.Construction on Echo Summit will halt from July 1 ...
