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Crippled cruise ship slowly makes its way to land
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/14/2013 - 2:46pmMOBILE, Ala. - This is not at all how it looked in the brochure: Pulled by a tugboat at a maddeningly slow pace, the ill-fated cruise ship Carnival Triumph finally drew within sight of land on Thur...
South Tahoe boys cruise to Truckee win
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/07/2013 - 5:04pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE - Defense has always been the Vikings' strong point, but Tuesday they took it to another level.Maybe it was a good Monday practice, or maybe it was the sting of a recent loss in...
Don Q's weekly fishing report for Feb. 6-12
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/06/2013 - 3:55amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Feb. 6-12.
South Tahoe sweeps North Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/31/2013 - 5:40pmThe Vikings continued to cruise through the second half of the season with a sweep against North Tahoe at home Tuesday. In their final meeting of the season against the Lakers, the Vikings set a bl...
Don Q's fishing report for week of Jan. 2-9
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/02/2013 - 6:14amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Jan. 2-9:
Tom Cruise reaches for a new film franchise
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/27/2012 - 10:52amJack Reacher is the protagonist in a bestselling series of novels penned by Lee Child. Reacher, a vet of the Iraq war, is a retired military investigator now living on a pension. For reasons tha...
Pablo Cruise back together for special Lake Tahoe show
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 5:00amPablo Cruise found its place in the sun when it hit gold with more than a half-dozen hit singles. It also has another special location."Lake Tahoe is a special place in everbody's hearts," keybo...
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for making our cruise possible
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/26/2012 - 5:00amTahoe Senior Plaza Board of Directors, management and residents would like to thank Ms. Bonnie Leach, Phil Rancatore, Eric A. Eymann from the Station House Inn, Dianne Rees from Emerald Travel, Dav...
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for Oct. 25-31
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/24/2012 - 8:22pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This week's report is for the week of Oct. 24-30.
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for week of Oct. 17-24
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 10/16/2012 - 11:39pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 17-24.
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra Fishing Report for Oct. 10-17
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 8:37amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 10-17.
Versatile Scott Record joins newcomer Marianne Sierk this week at The Improv
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 2:22pmScott Record is at home on land or sea. There was a time where this week's Improv headliner spent as much time working cruise ships as he did theaters across the country on land. It's been a cou...
High winds delay Tahoe Queen in Carnelian Bay
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/09/2012 - 2:55pmA Lake Tahoe cruise ship, the Tahoe Queen, was waiting for whipping winds to subside when it appeared grounded Sunday in Carnelian Bay, Placer County Sheriff’s dispatch and the local boat marina said. Go here for the story from the Reno Gazette-Journal.
Meanwhile, Douglas County Sheriff's Office responded shortly before 4 p.m. to a capsized sailboat about 300 yards off of Cave Rock boat landing. The owner of the vessel reports that everyone is off the boat and accounted for.
Lake Tahoe Sierra Century Ride: Iconic fall favorite bike event celebrates 10th year
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/05/2012 - 11:14amEvent Date:
September 22, 2012 (All day)
The Lake Tahoe Sierra Century Ride 2012 is slated for Saturday, September 22, offering incredible scenery and excellent exercise, all benefiting a great cause. Riders can choose a 100-mile, 60-mile or 30-mile route and enjoy breathtaking vistas and the crisp mountain air of autumn in the Sierra.
All of the routes start and finish in The Village at Squaw Valley, and all benefit the music students at North Tahoe Middle and High schools. While the event's moniker includes the word ‘century,' the 100-miler is just one of three rides offered in this annual Tahoe event.
Lake Tahoe designated 'Best Lake in America' by USA Today readers
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 07/30/2012 - 9:28amLake Tahoe was named the “Best Lake in America” in a recent readers' poll by USA TODAY. Editors narrowed national nominations to the top 16; readers weighed in and the largest and most popular alpine lake in North America took home top honors by garnering more than 5,000 votes via Facebook and Twitter.
Go here for the story.
Lake Tahoe is recognized for its timeless beauty and an international reputation as an outdoor recreational Mecca. The combination of great outdoors, entertainment, nightlife, dining and gaming identify its unique character.
South Lake Tahoe water taxi provides access to beaches, recreation and shopping
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/26/2012 - 4:22pmA water taxi service based at Camp Richardson Resort connects locals and visitors to lakeside marinas, enhancing economic activity on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. The service offers stops at three marinas providing access to recreation, sightseeing, dining and shopping.
Pablo Cruise headlines A Concert Under the Stars Wednesday
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 07/08/2012 - 11:36amDave Jenkins returns to Carson City for his second performance at A Concert Under the Stars, a fundraiser for The Greenhouse Project, July 11 with his band, Pablo Cruise.
Jenkins performed four years ago for the inaugural event, which takes place at Café at Adele’s, but his love of music began at a tender age.
Worldwide Recognition for Lake Tahoe South's Lights on the Lake Firework Display
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 1:07pmLake Tahoe South's famed "Lights on the Lake" Fourth of July, an eye and sky candy extravaganza over Lake Tahoe continues to generate international buzz, with the latest accolades coming from The Discovery Channel and Bing.com/MSN.
Lights on the Lake Fireworks 2012
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 06/03/2012 - 11:50pmThe American Pyrotechnics Association rates South Shore’s spectacular Fourth of July fireworks celebration one of the top five displays in the nation The show is scheduled to begin at 9:45 PM. The fireworks are visible from all over town. Below are some of the sweet spots to get a front row seat.
Lake Tahoe hosts 3,300 plus for America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/30/2012 - 10:55amImagine the scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe with its crystal clear blue waters surrounded by towering majestic snow capped peaks. Imagine being able to ride a bicycle around its 72-mile shoreline or a 100-mile century ride. On Sunday more than, 3,300-plus bicycling enthusiasts from all over the country will participate in the 21st annual America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride around Lake Tahoe.
Wagon Train at Zephyr Cove Lodge
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 05/28/2012 - 12:02amWagon Train at Zephyr Cove Lodge begins at 4 pm to. McAvoy Lane as Mark Twain, then a steak barbeque. Cruise on the MS Dixie after dinner. For more information or to make reservations, call (530) 644-3761 or visit the website at www.hwy50wagontrain.com
Summer vacation at South Lake Tahoe promises beach fun and food, music and memories
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 05/20/2012 - 6:19amAs David Letterman rhetorically asks: Hey kids, do you like the rock n' roll? Two outdoor concert venues at South Lake Tahoe will be filled with superstar performers, plus there's dozens of outdoor competitions and family events, fireworks extravaganzas and the country’s biggest celebrity golf tournament that has Tahoe South positioned as summer’s hot spot for entertainment, outdoor recreation and events.
South Lake Tahoe resident, Barton Health Employee Stella Ortega lands top spot on Dr. Oz Show
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 05/07/2012 - 2:06pmSouth Lake Tahoe resident and Barton Health employee, Stella Ortega, made it to the top 10 on Dr. Oz Show-Transformation Nation: Million Dollar You segment. Ortega is among 10 finalists to earn a spot in the show's season-long initiative. Viewers can vote on which finalist they feel should win the grand prize of $1 million by going to www.doctoroz.com. The winner will be announced on “The Dr. Oz Show” scheduled to air on May 23.
Tahoe Today: Remembering the Achille Lauro
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 05/05/2012 - 5:00amIt was October 1985, I caught myself dreaming of a ship out in the ocean. I was in the dream trying to escape while aboard a cruise ship. In my dream I tried so hard to get off the ship, but every ...
Fish On: California Opening Day river, lake and stream report
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 04/25/2012 - 3:04pmHere is this week's fishing report and a reminder that Saturday, April 28 is the Opening Day of California lake, river and stream fishing. This report covers water ways throughout Northern California, the Sierra, Nevada and Southern Oregon. To learn more about opening day or to get a California fishing license, go here.
ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Don Q's California and Nevada Fishing Report through April 25
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 04/18/2012 - 1:35amHere is the fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. This report is for the week of April 18-25. The opening day for all California fishing is on April 28.
Sierra-at-Tahoe extends season through April 22; Customer Appreciation Day on April 23
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 04/11/2012 - 12:21pmThanks to Mother Nature’s late-season generosity, Sierra-at-Tahoe will extend its season and remain open with full operations every day through Sunday, April 22. Customer Appreciation Day is on Monday, April 23.
Skiers and riders of all ages can purchase a lift ticket for $20 on April 23. All of the proceeds raised from the day’s lift ticket sales will be donated to sponsor youth recreation and education including youth baseball, soccer, swimming, and other youth activities.
Lake Tahoe Cruises Ski Shuttle to Northstar
Submitted by admin on Mon, 03/05/2012 - 5:32pmThe Tahoe Queen has brought back its popular Ski Shuttle service which runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays through April. The shuttle and scenic cruise will take guests from Ski Run Marina to Northstar, serving a buffet-style breakfast as passengers enjoy the views of the lake.
Tahoe Queen "Apres Ski Cruise" Wednesdays
Submitted by admin on Mon, 03/05/2012 - 5:16pmTahoe Queen, an authentic Mississippi paddlewheeler, is offering Après Ski Cruise
every Wednesday through spring.The one-and-a-half-hour Après Ski Cruise offers lively DJ entertainment and happy hour food and drink specials for purchase. Ticket price is $19 per adult and boarding starts at 5:30 PM at Ski Run Marina. Brought to you by Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Waterborne ski shuttles provide unique experience for snow lovers
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/03/2012 - 2:18pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Queen and the Tahoe Bleu Wave cruise ships are offering package products for snow enthusiasts and sightseers looking to combine transportation with the skiin...
Waterborne ski shuttles provide unique experience for snow lovers
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/03/2012 - 2:18pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Queen and the Tahoe Bleu Wave cruise ships are offering package products for snow enthusiasts and sightseers looking to combine transportation with the skiin...
Locals Help to Identify Biggest Threats to Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 4:44pmThis winter, the Tahoe Resource Conservation District launched a Facebook contest in support of its “Tahoe’s Most un-Wanted” campaign in order to collaborate with the community for its series of educational posters. The wild-west themed posters are intended to help locals and visitors to identify some of the most pressing threats to the Tahoe Basin, as well as what people can do to help mitigate environmental challenges.
New storm to arrive on Sunday; ski resorts prepare for brisk business
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 01/21/2012 - 11:34amWinter weather continues through today in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Ski resorts report up to 2 feet of snow from the system which arrived Friday and continues today. The National Weather Service in Reno reports that a second and much colder storm will move into the area on Sunday into Monday, dropping temperatures and bringing more snow. Here is the latest from the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority on the storms:
3 El Dorado County residents survive cruise
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/17/2012 - 12:15amBy Denny Walsh, Sacramento Bee. The final leg of a European vacation ended abruptly early Saturday morning for three El Dorado County residents when the Costa Concordia cruise ship ran aground and tip...
Multi-styled Bruce Hornsby in Tahoe for an 'Evening'
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/29/2011 - 9:45amBruce Hornsby in January will travel the high seas on a sold-out Caribbean Jam Cruise before heading off to the United Kingdom for some more performances.But on Friday, Dec. 30, he's on the main...
Agency launches Tahoe's 'Most Un-Wanted' invasive species public campaign
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 12:01pmBy Peter Brumis
The Tahoe Resource Conservation District has released a series of educational posters which identify some of the biggest threats to Lake Tahoe Basin, as well as what visitors, residents and even kids can do to help. Titled “Tahoe’s Most un-Wanted,” the first three posters feature aquatic invasive species, fine sediments from runoff and invasive weeds, and are free to pick up or request for local schools, businesses and other organizations who would like to display them publicly.
Blues Cruise docks at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 8:25amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise docks at Lake Tahoe for a night, giving music fans a two-hour taste of a vacation of a lifetime.The Tommy Castro Band performs at...
Lake Tahoe, Reno to host Chinese Cosmos pageant
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/19/2011 - 4:10pmNevada will host 18 contestants from all over the world who are competing in the Miss Chinese Cosmos Semi-Finals, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki, chair of the Nevada Commission on Tourism, announced today in a press release.
The event will take place in Reno and Lake Tahoe from Sept. 23-30, 2011. The contest moves around the world each year, last year taking place in Sydney, Australia. This is the first time the pageant has been held in the United States.
Autumn Fest at Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden Sept. 25
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/12/2011 - 9:23amHow does your Lake Tahoe garden grow? Count the ways at the fifth annual Autumn Fest on Sunday, Sept. 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the beautiful Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden located at Lake Tahoe Community College.
Safari Rose Sunset Wine Cruise
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 11:32amJoin us aboard the Safari Rose for a fundraiser to benefit the Tahoe Arts Project. From 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15. The event, which begins at the Tahoe Keys Marina, will feature wines and appetizers donated by local businesses. The cost is $55 discounted tickets but you have to hurry though because there are only 50 passenger tickets available. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Tahoe Arts Project, tahoearts@aol.com or by calling (530) 542-3632.
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