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Elderly caregiver series to be given in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/19/2014 - 9:40pm
The 2014 Fall Aging & Caregiver Series will be given for the next six weeks in South Lake Tahoe. This six week series of classes are designed to provide instruction and support for caregivers who are, or are planning to, care for a family member or friend age 60 or older.
All classes are held at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel (formerly Embassy Suites) from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Participants must register by calling 530-621-6369 or 800-510-2020. Free in-Home respite is available to qualified caregivers. Pre-authorization is required for respite services.
Christmas Cheer's food pantry pilfered by bears
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/15/2014 - 9:35pm
Bears apparently found the food pantry at Christmas Cheer All Year too good to pass up on Monday night. Board Member Tom Davis reported that bears broke into the food pantry and helped themselves to the food used to feed those community members in need.
Christmas Cheer All Year is asking for the community’s support with food and monetary donations as they begin to restock their shelves.
Annual Holiday Parade
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/14/2014 - 6:21am
Event Date:
December 13, 2014 - 3:00pm Would you like to take part in the 3rd Annual Holiday Parade in South Lake Tahoe? Entries are now being accepted for this fun event which will take place on Saturday, December 13 at 3 p.m.
The parade route will begin at Ski Run Blvd and make it's way down Highway 50 to the Y.
All profits will go to the local food pantry, Christmas Cheer, who feeds approximately 1,000 families a month.
Families and businesses are welcome to participate for a fee of $50 per entry. Scout and school groups can participate for free though registration is still required.
Two Grow Domes going in at Sierra House Elementary; $117,000 raised so far
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/11/2014 - 10:43pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) approved two grow domes to be installed at Sierra House Elementary School. Ground is being broken on the project area this weekend and the project is expected to be completed by the end of November.
Hard Rock Casino gives back to the South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/07/2014 - 9:17pm
Months before they are scheduled to open, the Hard Rock Casino of South Lake Tahoe donated goods and materials from the former Horizon property to several local charities.
The company has a history of local philanthropy, and South Lake Tahoe will be no different.
American Legion closing for renovations; In need of donations
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/27/2014 - 9:50pm
American Legion Post 795 is going through a time of positive change, and we ask you to bear with us through the transition. We have elected an energetic new Board, created a full House and Grounds Committee, and are adding new members almost daily to the Legion Post and Auxiliary. With more involved members, we have found much to be done. A visit from our District Commander brought other requirements to light that must now be accomplished.
Book Donations Requested
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/18/2014 - 10:08amWho: South Lake Tahoe Friends of the Library
What: Donations Requested for Book Sale, November 22, 2014
The Tahoe Fund raises $750,000 in donations to start Incline Village to Sand Harbor Bike Path
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/14/2014 - 8:14pm
The Lake Tahoe Bikeway which will one day go around the lake got one step closer with the news that funding is now in place for a scenic section on the North Shore. The Incline Village to Sand Harbor bike path will be started next spring due to garnering enough donations from private investors.
The Tahoe Fund announced they have received $750,000 in donations that will trigger more than 12 million dollars in public funds from federal, state and local governments.
Lake Tahoe ALS and local charity ice bucket challenge in the lake on Sunday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/29/2014 - 1:50pm
Event Date:
August 31, 2014 - 3:00pm
Many people living in areas affected by the drought are feeling guilty about participating in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, so organizers in South Lake Tahoe have given it a new twist.
On Sunday, August 31 at Lakeview Commons, there will be a community wide bucket challenge to raise money for both ALS and local charities. They are asking people to bring their own 5 gallon bucket and $10. At 3 p.m. participants will stand in the water at Lakeview Commons and fill their buckets up with water and have some fun.
New bikeways map released by Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coaltion
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/21/2014 - 9:46pm
Locals and visitors alike enjoy riding bike in Lake Tahoe on a daily basis, and there is now a new tool for cyclists to use: a newly updated bicycle trail map showing all of the trails on the North and South shores.
With the addition of new trails around the basin, the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition (LTBC) found it necessary to update the Lake Tahoe Bikeways Map. The newest stretch of trail from Fallen Leaf Lake to Baldwin Beach didn't make the printing deadline according to Ty Polastri, LTBC Project Director.
Bijou Community School playground ribbon cutting ceremony
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/10/2014 - 7:20pm
Event Date:
August 22, 2014 - 2:00pm Bijou Community School PTA is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new playground that was built thanks to the generous donations of a multitude of community members, businesses, and foundations. This project has been the epitome of a community effort with over 40 donors helping the school's PTA raise over $100,000.
We wish to thank:
-Bijou Students and Families who raised over $36,000 at last year's walkathon;
-Harrah's/Harveys Lake Tahoe
-Edgewood Co.
-American Century
-Vail Resorts (ECHO)
-Salesforce
-Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation
-June Taylor
"Jazz & Beyond" presents Boogie Woogie pianist Carl Sonny Leyland,
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/04/2014 - 5:34pm
Event Date:
August 7, 2014 - 7:00pm The "Jazz & Beyond: Carson City Music Festival" presents Boogie Woogie Hall of Famer Carl Sonny Leyland in concert on Thursday, Aug. 7, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King St., Carson City. "Jazz & Beyond" is a yearly festival put on by the Mile High Jazz Band Association and its sponsors. Admission to this concert is free. Donations are requested and include a chance at a door prize.
Cyclists riding from the Atlantic to the Pacific stop off in SLT
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/01/2014 - 10:01pm
What did you do for your summer vacation? Many students will hear that when they return to schools this fall but no group will probably have quite the story to tell as will a group of 30 college age students who were in South Lake Tahoe Thursday and Friday.
Tahoe's Connection For Families Fall Fest
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/23/2014 - 9:13pm
Event Date:
September 18, 2014 - 7:00pm Cowboys and cowgirls, don't miss the 4th Annual Tahoe Fall Fest!
Tahoe Fall Fest is Tahoe's Connection for Families largest annual fundraiser. Enjoy stuning lake views, delicious food, live music, and amazing silent auction items! It's going to be a boot stompin' Wild West good time!
The Tahoe Fall Fest will be held at 7 p.m. September 18, 2014 at Gar Woods on the Lake. This event is one of the largest fundraisers for Tahoe’s Connection for Families (TCF) and will feature live music and live and silent auctions.
Location
Gar Woods on the Lake
5000 North Lake Boulevard
Carnelian Bay, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Garden Tour at South Lake Tahoe home on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/23/2014 - 5:45pm
Event Date:
July 26, 2014 - 2:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe garden of John and Cathy Hindmarsh will be on display Saturday, July 26.
The showing of the garden is hosted by Aspen Hollow Nursery at the Hindmarsh home located at 642 Tehama Drive. Stop by between 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.. Refreshments will be provided and donations to Christmas Cheer are welcome. The event is free and open to the public.
This July featured garden is the first installment of the "South of
South Shore" 2014 open garden tour. The garden was designed and constructed by John Fellows of Aspen Hollow.
Kudos: Lake Tahoe Humane Society Has a New Home
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/20/2014 - 10:29am
For the Love of Animals in South Lake Tahoe
Congratulations to the Lake Tahoe Humane Society on their new home! This summer will be like no other for the Lake Tahoe Humane Society as they just purchased 884 Emerald Bay Rd for their new corporate headquarters.
Lake Tahoe Community College Says "Thank You" to the Community for 40 Great Years
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/08/2014 - 7:31pm
This year, Lake Tahoe Community College is marking 40 years of providing excellence in education to the Tahoe Basin. As the college prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary with a gala this weekend, we wanted to take a moment to express our deepest thanks to our community—for its support, energy, time, donations and commitment to helping us provide access to quality college education for all members of our community.
Artist Avery Palmer Coming to Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/07/2014 - 8:58pm
Event Date:
June 20, 2014 - 6:00pm
Artist Avery Palmer will be at Lake Tahoe Community College on Friday, June 20 in the school's room F101. Palmer will present a lecture on his artwork, including a slide show, as well as participate in a demonstration and discussion of his ceramic techniques.
The school's Art Club is hosting the free event which is open to the public.
Palmer is an emerging artist from San Jose, CA. who specializes in drawing and painting as well as ceramics.
Op/Ed: Why You Should Vote For Me on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/01/2014 - 9:42pm
My name is Kenny Curtzwiler and I have lived, worked and enjoyed South Lake Tahoe as a resident since 1977 when I came here for a vacation and stayed on as so many have. Many of you know me as The Skibum. Many of you know me as the Bartender at Carlos Murphy’s for 19 years and many of you know me as a Contractor and owner of K & K Services, a Tree Service and Roofing company. Regardless of how you know me the point is you know me, you know my thoughts and position on everything that concerns our community. There is no hidden agenda with me.
Blue Shield of El Dorado Hills “Day of Giving” at the Food Bank of El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/23/2014 - 8:48pm
Blue Shield of El Dorado Hills’ IT Shared Services division offered its community “Day of Giving” services to benefit the Food Bank of El Dorado County. About 50 volunteers arrived at the Food Bank warehouse Tuesday to sort and bag food for three hours, racking up more than 130 hours in volunteer services. In the days leading up to their “Day of Giving”, Blue Shield employees hosted a department wide food drive bringing in 230 pounds of food for El Dorado County’s at-risk population.
South Lake Blood Drive Celebrates 48 Years
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/18/2014 - 9:02pm
Event Date:
June 2, 2014 - 12:00pm
This June, the South Lake Tahoe Community Blood Drive will celebrate its 48th year anniversary. The public is encouraged to donate blood and help save lives.
The community blood drive will take place on Monday, June 2 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel, formerly the Embassy Suites, located at 4130 Lake Tahoe Boulevard in the first floor conference rooms. BloodSource hosts the blood drive and Barton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary sponsors the event.
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care Gets New Home
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/17/2014 - 10:57pm
For 36 years, Tom and Cheryl Millham have operated Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care out of their home on Cherry Hills Circle in the county portion of South Lake Tahoe. Today, their dream of creating a new sanctuary with no neighboring homes has became a reality.
Give Where You Live: South Lake Tahoe Participants in National Day of GIving
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/04/2014 - 6:49am
Most likely you've heard about the National Day of Giving coming up on Tuesday, May 6. But what is it? Hundreds of community foundations across the country have joined in a 24-hour giving challenge through a national campaign called the National Day of Giving. Named "Give Where You Live," and designed exclusively for our own community, this virtual event showcases El Dorado County nonprofits and gives you the opportunity to support them by funding specific needs.
South Lake Tahoe Hunger Issues Addressed in Meeting and Food Distribution
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/24/2014 - 7:39pm
The Food Bank of El Dorado County was in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday to accomplish two things: Distribute emergency food supplies to locals in need, and to hold a meeting with South Lake Tahoe agencies who assist people living with hunger.
In 2013, the El Dorado County Food Bank distributed 1.8 million pounds of food to county residents with a value of $3,000,000. The agency is not county funded and gets their food from donations, private donors, growers, businesses and the USDA.
Fundraiser Saturday for Motorcycle Accident Victim's Family
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/11/2014 - 8:18am
Event Date:
April 12, 2014 - 10:00am
Push Fitness will host a fundraiser from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 12 for their massage therapist, Luisa, who is recovering from the loss of her daughter, Audrey Genesis Rugamas. Her coworkers hope to raise funds for living expenses so she can take time off work.
The event will include face painting, fitness pictures, karate show, waxing and sugaring, cut-a-thon, chair message.
Funds raised with these services will go toward Luisa’s expenses.
Grants Available For Those That Serve the South Lake Tahoe Community
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/07/2014 - 8:47pm
$25,000 will be awarded to South Lake Tahoe groups that make a difference in the health and wellness of individuals in the community.
Barton Health will award grants to organizations that serve underserved populations and have a lasting impact on the community’s well-being.
In this grant cycle, Barton Health will fund programs that address the South Lake Tahoe community’s most pressing health needs. Based on the 2012 Community Health Needs Assessment, the top three health concerns are substance abuse, access to healthcare, and mental health.
South Lake Tahoe Woman Involved in Motorcycle Crash Dies of Her Injuries
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/27/2014 - 10:55am
A 21 year old South Lake Tahoe woman involved in a motorcycle accident on Saturday night in Carson City has succumbed to her injuries according to the Nevada Highway Patrol. Audrey G. Rugamas was taken off life support on Wednesday, March 26. Ms. Rugamas had received severe injuries in the accident which also injured the motorcycle's driver, 20 year old Andrey L. Gallegos of Sparks, NV. An update on his condition has not been released.
Page & Sage Provides Weekly Bag of Food and a Book to South Lake Tahoe Students
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/19/2014 - 9:27pm
The goal is simple, "Helping the youth of South Lake Tahoe to be well read and well fed."
Hunger isn't just an inner city problem. Hunger isn't just a third world problem. Hunger affects approximately 16 million children in the United States with 3 million rural community households being "food insecure."
How can children focus on solving a math problem or writing an English paper when he or she is trying to ignore the persistent pangs of hunger? School work is forced to compete with hunger.
Hugelkultur Planned for South Lake Tahoe Community Garden
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/02/2014 - 9:18pm
Hugelkultur (HOO-gul-culture) meaning hill culture or hill mound. It turns woodsy compost into the base of sustainable gardening with the use of very little water.
This word may not be in everyone's vocabulary (yet) but residents in South Lake Tahoe will soon be seeing this demonstrated if the community garden at Bijou Park is approved by the City Council.
Heads Shaved to Raise Funds for Cancer Research
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/01/2014 - 11:40pm
Bailey Johnson was a four time Stage 4 cancer survivor by the time he was 5. Now a student at South Tahoe High, Bailey underwent surgery just over three weeks ago to help straighten his spine which was damaged while undergoing radiation.
Caitlyn Drennan is 3 1/2. She was diagnosed with cancer at birth and underwent chemotherapy when just 2 days old. She now needs a walker due paralysis below the knee but is a survivor of Stage 4 Neuroblastoma.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary's 46th Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/16/2014 - 9:00pm
Event Date:
March 14, 2014 - 6:00pm
Tahoe Douglas Rotary's annual fundraiser, the St. Patrick's Day Celebration will be held for the 46th consecutive year on March 14, 2014 at Harrah's Tahoe beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy a full Irish feast complete with corned beef and cabbage and tasty desserts as well as unlimited wine and beer tasting, endless silent auction tables as well as dancing. There is also a special hotel rate for the night should you want to enjoy and not worry about driving home.
South Lake Tahoe Teen Victim of Hit & Run in Stable Condition
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/11/2014 - 11:08am
A 15 year old South Lake Tahoe teen is in stable condition today after being struck by a car, dragged through an intersection, and left in a snow bank at the corner of Washington and Third Streets on Monday evening. The suspect, a male driver, left the scene in a white or off white subaru.
His mother, Aisha Sequoiyah, spoke to SouthTahoeNow.com today from Renown Medical Center in Reno. She said her son Abiyah is doing okay and is undergoing cognitive tests today to determine that there is no brain damage. She hopes he will be released later today.
Holiday Pet Food Drive at Coldwell Banker Select in Zephyr Cove A Huge Success
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 11:16am
On December 28th, Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate in Zephyr Cove decided to give back to the pets in the community by hosting a Holiday Pet Food Drive, yielding big results. Leading up to the 28th, close to 600 lbs of dog and cat food were donated to pets in need. In addition, many pet toys and other items were donated, on top of $170 in check donation.
"Always My Buddy" Has a Presence at SnowGlobe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/29/2013 - 9:29pm
Tragedy struck at the 2012 SnowGlobe in South Lake Tahoe when 19 year old Alyssa Byrne became separated from her friends and died of hypothermia after falling in a snow bank after attempting to walk back to her hotel.
Out of that tragedy, the "Always My Buddy" program was developed. Alyssa's family wanted to make sure another family didn't have to go through what they did by making sure everyone that is an unfamiliar place is safe.
A Time of Giving: STAR Spreads Good Cheer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/26/2013 - 9:17am
The South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) has spent the last several months spreading good cheer to local non-profits. They gave Christmas Cheer All Year $5,000 prior to the holidays and have now given both Tahoe Youth and Family Services and Live Violence Free $5,000.
A Time of Giving: The South Lake Tahoe Community Helps Others Through Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/21/2013 - 11:56pm
You've most likely seen the bins around town, covered in wrapping paper and notes asking for toy donations for Christmas Cheer. The call for toys being needed for children in the South Lake Tahoe community went out, and the community responded.
A Time of Giving: Moose Lodge Leads Effort to Help Out 20 South Lake Tahoe Families
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/20/2013 - 12:08am
The Christmas season is a bit brighter for 20 South Lake Tahoe families who all received boxes full of food donated by the local Moose Lodge and their community partners. During the past week, students at Bijou Community School decorated the boxes which held the food donations.
In order to help the families, who are part of the Family Resource Center, Moose Lodge member Robbie Koth conducted a donation drive in the community. He raised enough to donate a large ham and food supplies to each family.
South Lake Tahoe's 2nd Annual Holiday Parade on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/13/2013 - 4:13pm
Event Date:
December 14, 2013 - 3:00pm
The 2nd Annual South Lake Tahoe Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, December 14. Spectators will line the parade route from the top of Ski Run Blvd to TJMaxx at the Y. When the parade starts the forecast is sunny and 40 degrees.
Soccer Coaches Hired for Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/11/2013 - 8:06pm
Benjamin Wade and Christian DeLeon were hired as the new LTCC soccer coaches at Tuesday night's Lake Tahoe Community College Board meeting. Both coaches will head up the newly established intercollegiate soccer program at the college. Wade will be the men's head coach and DeLeon the women's.
Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority’s Drive and Drop for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/10/2013 - 7:05am
South Lake Tahoe residents in need will be the beneficiaries of the Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority Drive By Food & Toy Drive being held this week.
Bins for Christmas Cheer will be available in front of the LTVA California location at 3066 Highway 50 across from Rojo's and Snowflake Drive-In through December 14 from 9 am to 5 pm.
Christmas Cheer feeds over 400 families regularly, all year long, and the need for wholesome meals is even more important to those with children who are out of school at the holidays. For more information call 530-541-5255
American Century Golf Championship Distributes Over $145,000 to Local Non-Profits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/14/2013 - 4:54pm
Twenty-eight area nonprofits were awarded $85,000 in donations from the 2013 American Century Championship. In a ceremony on Thursday, the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority distributed the checks through funds raised during the annual celebrity golf tournament.
The South Lake Tahoe Winter of 51/52 and Other Great Stories
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/12/2013 - 11:15pm
Dubbed the "All Star Panel," a group of long time local residents shared stories of a South Lake Tahoe most of us never experienced. The seven panelists have lived in Lake Tahoe a combined 600 plus years and shared some great stories with the overflowing crowd at Camp Richardson Lodge on Tuesday evening. In fact, the number of long time locals in the audience was very evident since their combined years of living in Lake Tahoe was over 1880!
Dave Wakeman, South Lake Tahoe resident since 1947
Snowshoe Thompson Joins Others From the Past in a Historic Genoa Evening
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/30/2013 - 2:58pm
Event Date:
November 8, 2013 - 7:00pm
Step back in time 150 years to Genoa of yester-year on Friday night, November 8 as Snowshoe Thompson, Sgt. William Coray and Stagecoach Driver Charley Parkhurst visit the Genoa Town Hall. This will be one of the first big Nevada Sesquicentennial Events and it will benefit the "Friends of Snowshoe Thompson" and the "Town of Genoa".
The show will be from 7 to 9 pm. There will be open seating, no host cocktails and door prizes. Donations of $12 for adults and $5 for kids can be paid for at the door.
Tahoe Youth and Family Services Annual Evening of Giving
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/24/2013 - 6:04pm
Event Date:
December 11, 2013 - 4:30pm
Tahoe Youth and Family Services is hosting their Annual Evening of Giving on December 11 at the agency's offices at 1021 Fremont Avenue in South Lake Tahoe. Refreshments will be served at the event which is from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
The agency has a wish list oh in-kind donations for the holidays:
Items for clients:
Hand warmers
Warm sleeping bags
Winter boots (adult sizes)
Winter coats (adult sizes)
winter gloves or heavy duty mittens (adult sizes)
knit hats and beanies
Tents (new or gently used)
Men's boxers (adult size small)
A Farewell to Local Firefighter Mitch Underhill
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2013 - 2:49pm
The South Lake Tahoe community said their goodbyes today to Lake Valley Firefighter Paramedic Mitch Underhill, both from the streets bordering his procession into town from Lake Valley to those inside the service at St. Theresa's Catholic Church. The 34 year old South Lake Tahoe native unexpectedly passed away on September 29.
Mitch joined the Fire District as a paid professional on September 27, 2005 and served the community with dedication and devotion for just over eight years until his untimely death.
Friends of the Library Looking for Book Donations For November 16 Sale
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2013 - 9:19am
The South Lake Tahoe Friends of the Library are currently accepting donations of books and audio/visual materials for their upcoming book sale. They would greatly appreciate materials only in good condition and with a copyright date no earlier than 2000. Especially needed are recent children’s books and children’s DVDs, as well as recent materials in Spanish. The group would also like to limit audio/visual donations to DVDs & books on Tape/CD.
South Tahoe Middle School Students Treated to Shopping Spree
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2013 - 10:10pm
It took several cashiers and 3 check out lines to process the carts full of clothing, coats and shoes that 120 South Tahoe Middle School students spent the day shopping for at Kmart. On Saturday, October 5. The Assistance League® of Sierra Foothills (ALSF) partnered with the South Lake Tahoe Kmart to bring the Operation School Bell® program to the students.
"Rummage Sale" South Tahoe High Music Dept.
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 10/06/2013 - 4:16pm
Event Date:
October 12, 2013 (All day) South Tahoe Music Department "Rummage Sale"
Next Saturday Oct. 12th 9am-4pm at Emerald Bay Center for Women's Health 1154 Emerald Bay Road.
Donations for rummage sale can be dropped off on Friday, Oct. 11th at the Music Room #2 in the TADA Theater at South Tahoe High between 3pm - 6pm. All proceeds benefit South Tahoe Music Department. Thank You!
LTCC Mourns Unexpected Death of Tahoe Firefighter, Former Instructor
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/02/2013 - 1:35pm
Lake Tahoe Community College joins the Lake Valley Fire Protection District in mourning the unexpected loss of firefighter paramedic Brandon “Mitch” Underhill. The 34-year-old, known as Mitch, died Sunday, September 29th.
Underhill has been an instructor at LTCC as part of the Lake Tahoe Basin Fire Academy since 2009. He joined the Lake Valley Fire District in 2005, and served the community for just over 8 years in that capacity. He is survived by his wife, two young children, his parents, and his brother and sister.
23rd Annual Lake Tahoe Toy Run to Benefit Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/02/2013 - 11:44am
Event Date:
October 5, 2013 - 12:00pm
This event, spearheaded by a group of local motorcycle enthusiasts, is one of the largest fund raisers for Christmas Cheer in South Lake Tahoe. Christmas Cheer is a non-profit organization, dedicated to providing food to needy family's year around, and Christmas toys to underprivileged children in our community. With record numbers of people in need in our community, we would appreciate any and all donations for prizes to be raffled at our Toy Run. With the holidays just around the corner, and when the need is the greatest, we plan to assist Christmas Cheer in their mission.
