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Eldorado Resorts: Montbleu Resort Casino in Lake Tahoe to be sold to Maverick Gaming
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 11:38am
STATELINE, Nev. - Eldorado Resorts, Inc. and Maverick Gaming LLC have entered into a definitive agreement for the purchase of Montbleu Casino Resort on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.
Harrah's Celebrity-Am tournament at Edgewood Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2019 - 7:58pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Harrahs Celebrity-Am Tournament will take place Wednesday, the second day of Celebrity Golf week over at Edgewood Tahoe. There will be two shotgun starts, one at 8:00 a.m. and the other at 1:00 p.m. The American Century Golf Championship begins Friday.
On Tuesday, the Tahoe South Celebrity-Am tournament was held with the teams led by the following celebrities taking the top three spots:
1. - Bode Miller - 50.3
2. - Sterling Sharpe - 51.3
3. - Kyle Fuller - 52.3
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Harrah’s and Harveys HEROs
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 8:32pm
Twice yearly, the Harrah’s and Harveys HEROs (Harrahs Employees Reaching Out) sponsors a Bread & Broth Adopt A Day (AAD) of Nourishment meal to help others in the Lake Tahoe South Shore Community.
On April 22, the HEROs were back hosting an AAD at St. Theresa Grace Hall sponsoring the evening meal. “We all enjoyed serving our local community, especially at Easter time,” said HERO member Janice Blanchard. “It was a fantastic experience to celebrate and serve on Earth Day!”
Overwhelming support of South Shore Community Revitalization Project at TRPA meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 10:55pm
STATELINE, Nev. - A standing room only crowd was in the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) board room on October 25, 2018 for an updated presentation, and plans for the next steps, of the U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project, commonly known as the Loop Road. It reroutes Highway 50 from its current location in front of Heavenly Village and the casinos to behind Raley's, the Village Center and Harrahs Tahoe.
It's Marathon Week in Lake Tahoe; Expect road closure October 14
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/06/2018 - 7:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The annual Lake Tahoe Marathon is October 12-14, 2018 with 1,800 athletes headed to town for the race. Over 20 events will take place around Lake Tahoe during the three days of fun and festivities this year, the 23rd year of the Marathon. Over 2,500 family members and friends are also expected to travel to the lake to watch and enjoy the town.
Year-round changes to Harrah's and Harveys parking policy
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/19/2018 - 9:52pm
Harrah's Tahoe and Harveys will be putting into place a new year-round parking policy, much as the other properties in the Caesars Entertainment family, starting July 30, 2018. It will now cost to park when going to the casino for food and entertainment, gambling and events.
Last year the two casinos started charging for parking during special events and concerts at the outdoor arena, then this year Harrah's started to block parking for Heavenly Village and kept out those not utilizing the casino.
Harrahs Tahoe and Harvey's to start paid parking program Saturday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/12/2018 - 2:50pm
Harrah’s and Harveys Lake Tahoe announced today that they once again have a paid valet and self-parking program this year, beginning on the first concert date of the summer, Saturday, June 16.
Parking rates will run $20 for self-parking and $25 for valet parking with both cash and credit cards accepted for payment, and will run this summer on days and nights during major special events and peak holiday periods at both Stateline, Nevada properties.
Man arrested in South Lake Tahoe after allegedly stabbing roommate
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 8:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One man is behind bars and another at Renown Medical Center with life threatening injuries after an altercation Monday between roommates at a Stateline area motel.
At 12:30 p.m. on May 28, officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to a report of a stabbing at the Mark Twain Motel at 947 Park Avenue. Upon arrival they found a 23-year-old man who had recently moved to South Lake Tahoe with numerous life threatening wounds to his head and leg.
Tahoe Pourhouse prepares to open in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 11:14pm
Another stop on the South Lake Tahoe epicurean trail is slated to open this week, and for those looking for something new in the world of wine and tasty bites, its not a moment too soon.
The Tahoe Pourhouse is located in the Crossing at Tahoe Valley, currently home to two other popular eateries, Lake Tahoe Alexworx and Verde. They will share the outdoor plaza with the new brewery.
Over a dozen employers to be at South Shore job fair "Tahoe Works"
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 6:03pm
Event Date:
May 17, 2018 - 2:00pm
Many of the South Shore's top employees will be at "Tahoe Works," a summer job fair and "ultimate hiring event" on Thursday, May 17, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Harvey's Lake Tahoe.
All attendees will receive a free LinkedIn headshot photo.
Participating businesses include:
• Aramark Lake Tahoe - Zephyr Cove Resort and Lake Tahoe Cruises
• Beach Retreat and Lodge Tahoe
• Camp Richardson Resort and Marina
• El Dorado County
• Harrahs and Harvey's Lake Tahoe
• Heavenly Mountain Resort
• Laborers PSWROC
• Lake Tahoe Golf Course
• Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Truck breaks axle as towing cars through South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/27/2018 - 5:37pm
Many thought the smoke and back up off traffic in front of the casino corridor Friday was the result of another underground explosions, but this time a truck and trailer were the culprit.
Tahoe Douglas Fire responded to the call of heavy smoke on Highway 50 between Harrahs Tahoe and Harvey's.
Two rigs carrying the vehicles were in the westbound lanes when one of them lost their rear trailer axle. There was a resulting brake fire that blew out a tire according to Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District Fire Marshal Eric Guevin. He said it was very smoky but a "minimalistic" fire.
Local man faces long road to recovery after being burned in engine explosion
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 10:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The man burned in Wednesday's engine explosion on Kingsbury Grade has been identified as Ronald Svetlik of Stateline. He is currently in critical condition at the U.C. Davis Burn Center with third degree burns over 30 percent of his body, including his scalp, face, eyes, lips, hands, palms, arms and legs.
LuLu Hair Design hosting South Lake Tahoe St. Baldricks
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/11/2018 - 9:12am
Event Date:
April 21, 2018 - 6:00pm (Note: The location inside Harrah's Tahoe has changed, see below)
Every year, men, women and children get their heads shaved to raise funds to fight childhood cancer. This year, a new sponsor for the event has come forward, LuLu Hair Design, and there will be a new venue, Harrah's Lake Tahoe.
Dianna Souza, the owner, and her staff at LuLu's wanted to keep this popular fundraiser going, so put together the event quickly and are looking for support, and participants, from the community.
Slightly Stoopid to kick off concert season in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/20/2018 - 5:28pm
Popular Southern California-based band Slightly Stoopid will return to the South Shore to kick-off the 2018 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Saturday, June 16 at 5:00 p.m. This will be their fifth outing at the award-winning summer concert venue.
The band, who describe themselves as “a fusion of folk, rock, reggae and blues with hip-hop, funk, metal and punk,” bring along popular support acts Stick Figure and Pepper. Tickets are $39.50 each.
Energy reignited for 'A Fighting Chance' child safety program in Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/01/2018 - 10:26pm
Jaycee Lee Dugard was just 11 years old as she walked to the bus stop on the morning of June 10 in 1991 when she was abducted by two people. The Meyers and South Lake Tahoe community joined law enforcement in searching for the missing girls. As days turned into weeks, and then eventually years, parents searched for ways to teach their own children about safety and abduction.
Lake Tahoe Marathon events around the lake; Some road closures
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/13/2017 - 3:59pm
The kickoff events are now in the record books, and racers are now preparing for the rest of Lake Tahoe Marathon week to get started. Please note, State Route 89 will be closed to vehicle traffic in each direction around Emerald Bay from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 15 during the Lake Tahoe Marathon. Motorists should be aware of runners along the highway from Homewood to South Lake Tahoe.
Saturday, October 14
9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Tahoe Sport & Fitness Expo - Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Paul Simon to perform at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert series June 25
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/13/2017 - 6:48pm
Iconic musician Paul Simon is bringing his U.S. Summer Tour to South Lake Tahoe on Sunday, June 25 as part of the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series at Harveys.
Tickets for An Evening With Paul Simon go on sale March 17 on Ticketmaster though VIP packages are available starting March 14. The show starts at 8:00 p.m.
Simon is the 7th evening of music already slated for the popular summer concert series.
Previous announcements:
Sammy Hagar and Slightly Stoopid added to Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/07/2017 - 7:03pm
The list of artists booked for the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Series at Harveys has expanded with the booking of Sammy Hagar and Slightly Stoopid, bringing the number of concert dates to six.
Hagar & The Circle featuring Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham and Vic Johnson start off the July holiday weekend with their July 2 concert in the arena. Tickets go on sale March 10.
Slightly Stoopid - Sounds Of Summer 2017 tour with Special Guests Iration, J Boog, The Movement makes a stop at he outdoor venue on Friday, August 4 starting at 5:00 p.m. General admission tickets are $37.50 each.
"Atomspheric River" drink created for season at Harrah's and Harveys
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/22/2017 - 12:55pm
Rivers have flooded, the lake is filling and snow is covering the slopes because of the several atmospheric rivers to hit Lake Tahoe this winter. To celebrate the epic season, the Beverage Department team at Harrah’s and Harveys Lake Tahoe concocted a cocktail to honor and celebrate the winter.
The "Atmospheric River" drink "blends the frosty peaks of the Sierra Nevada with the stunning shades of blue found only at Lake Tahoe," said John Packer of Harrah’s and Harveys Lake Tahoe.
Douglas County room tax may increase 1% to fund event center at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/16/2017 - 10:07pm
Transient Lodging License taxes may soon be increased one percent at properties in the Lake Tahoe portion of Douglas County (Lake Tahoe Township) to fund redevelopment projects including the addition of an event/convention center.
Overwhelming support for the tax increase was evident at the Douglas County Commissioner's meeting Thursday, where the elected officials voted 4-1 to approve the increase which would go into effect May 1, 2017.
Tower of Power heads to South Shore after two band members hit by train
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/19/2017 - 8:49pm
Two musicians with the legendary Bay Area R&B band Tower of Power remain hospitalized after being hit by an Amtrak train in Oakland on January 12. The other band members will still be performing on the South Shore at Harrah's Tahoe February 3 and 4.
The band's longtime drummer, 70-year-old Dave Garibaldi, is listed in "fair condition" but will remain hospitalized for a few more days as he recovers from head and facial injuries.
Train headed back to Lake Tahoe with O.A.R. for summer concert
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/19/2017 - 10:12am
Event Date:
July 9, 2017 (All day)
The second concert heading to the South Shore for the Harvey's Outdoor Concert series has been announced.
As part of their "Play That Song Tour," Train, O.A.R. and Natasha Bedingfield will stop by Lake Tahoe on Sunday, July 9, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will range from $49.50 to $99.50. They are not yet on sale, but when they do they'll be available on ticketmaster.com.
Each summer, top names in the music field head to South Lake Tahoe for the summer outdoor series held behind Harvey's in an amphitheater. More names will be announced in the coming weeks.
South Shore casinos earn $14 million in 2016
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/14/2017 - 6:21pm
It was a winning year for Nevada casinos as they turned a $661.7 million loss in 2015 into a $978.9 million gain in net income during Fiscal year 2016 (FY16).
There are 273 casinos in Nevada that have gross receipts of $1 million or more, and together they had $25 billion in total revenue during the year. Total revenue is the money spent by patrons on gaming, rooms, food, beverage, and other attractions.
Net income/loss is the money retained by casinos after expenses have been paid but prior to deducting federal income taxes and prior to accounting for extraordinary expenses.
International Magician of the Year heading to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/16/2016 - 12:09am
Rob Lake has performed his illusion shows all over the world, and now he'll be bringing his show over the holidays to the South Shore Room at Harrah's Tahoe from December 22 to January 7.
The 33-year-old Norman, Oklahoma native told South Tahoe Now he's never been to Lake Tahoe before.
"I'm really, really exited," said Lake.
Lake caught the magic bug as a 10-year-old when he saw a magic show with his family. "I knew immediately then and there I was going to be a magician," he said. Lake said most of his training comes from the school and public libraries.
South Shore casinos continue fiscal year trend: Income on the rise
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/27/2016 - 5:46am
For the first three months of the fiscal year, income for casinos on the South Shore is on the rise, with a gain of 2.27 percent in September, 2016. After business expenses and taxes, the gaming establishments took in $21,730,716, up $482,998 from the same month in 2015 according to a monthly report released by the Nevada Gaming Commission today.
The state of Nevada as a whole is up 3.55 percent with a "win" figure of $948,961,678.
North Shore casinos posted a 6.37 percent gain, Carson Valley up 1.54 percent.
Kudos: Harrah's/Harvey's HEROs help at Bread & Broth
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/08/2016 - 4:54pm
Harrah’s/Harveys’ HEROs hosted Bread & Broth’s evening meal on September 26th, providing the funds and help to feed the 103 dinner guests who came to St. Theresa Church Grace Hall for the weekly Monday evening dinner. For over 27 years, the hungry of the Tahoe south shore community know that every Monday, a hot, nutritious meal will be provided to everyone who attends the dinner. For the last 7 years, the meals have been funded by B&B’s ‘Adopt A Day of Nourishment’ sponsors like the HEROs.
Trump in and out of South Lake Tahoe quickly
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/26/2016 - 10:29pm
Donald Trump and the almost 900 attendees at Friday night's fundraising dinner at Harrah's Tahoe most likely didn't see or hear the protesters outside, but passing cars and pedestrians sure did.
A small group of protesters started standing on the corner of Stateline Avenue and Lake Tahoe Blvd at 5:00 p.m., waiving signs and chanting anti-Trump sentiments. Honks and clapping greeted the group outside, while those inside paid $200 to $500 a person to attend the 2016 Battle Ground Dinner, sponsored by the Nevada Republican Party.
Trump headed to dinner in South Lake Tahoe: Tickets $200 to $5,000
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/15/2016 - 11:41am
Event Date:
August 26, 2016 - 6:00pm
Donald Trump is headed to the South Shore for a fundraising event, the 2016 Battle Ground Dinner, sponsored by the Nevada Republican Party.
The presidential hopeful will be in the Sand Harbor Ballroom at Harrah's Tahoe on Friday, August 26.
Cocktails are set for 6:00 PM with dinner at 7:00 PM.
Seating is limited. Tickets are available online with VIP tables at $5,000, general admission at $200.
Hopeful Henry: How much exercise should my dog get?
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/24/2016 - 6:35pm
Henry,
I frequently see young men riding skateboards or bicycles with small dogs running along beside them. How much strenuous exercise is good for little dogs and how can the dog owner know when he is pushing the dog too hard? Dogs will run really hard to stay up with their owner. How much is too much?
Signed,
Concerned dog lover
Great question Concerned Dog Lover!
Lionel Ritchie added to Harvey's Outdoor Concert series
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/06/2016 - 2:18pm
The singer behind hits "All Night Long" and "Say You, Say Me" will be performing on stage during the 2016 Summer Concert Series at Harvey's Outdoor Arena.
Lionel Ritchie was announced as the latest artist to join the long summer line-up. He'll be making a stop in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, August 13 at 8:00 p.m. Presale tickets go on sale June 8, with regular sales starting June 10 at ticketmaster.com.
The line-up so far:
July 2: Slightly Stoopid
July 6: Widespread Panic
July 13: James Taylor
July 15: Sting & Peter Gabriel
July 23: Tim McGraw
July 24: Don Henley
Gaming revenues drop in April for South Shore casinos
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/26/2016 - 8:01am
Income for casinos on the South Shore was down in April, 2016, with their recording a 12.48 percent drop in gaming win when compared to income from a year ago. They had a "win" of $12,708,195.
The gaming win represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
For the fiscal year, the local casinos continue to be slightly off from last year, with a drop in the gaming win by 3.84 percent.
Steve Wonder headed to South Lake Tahoe this summer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/16/2016 - 3:41pm
The Harveys Outdoor Summer Concert Series added another music icon when they announced Stevie Wonder will be headed to South Lake Tahoe during his "Songs in the Key of Life" tour.
He will be in town on Friday, September 2, 2016 for a 7:00 p.m. concert. Presale tickets go on sale May 25 with general public sales May 27.
The current summer lineup:
July 2: Slightly Stoopid
July 6: Widespread Panic
July 13: James Taylor
July 15: Sting & Peter Gabriel
July 23: Tim McGraw
July 24: Don Henley
July 27: Keith Urban
July 29: Keith Urban
August 18: Steve Miller Band
Sammy Hagar and The Circle add stop at Harvey's Outdoor Concert Arena
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/05/2016 - 5:04pm
Sammy Hagar and The Circle featuring Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham and Vic Johnson have been added to this summer's lineup at the Harvey's Outdoor Arena for an August 26, 2016 7:30 p.m. concert.
Tickets go on sale Friday at 10:00 a.m.
The 2016 lineup so far:
July 2: Slightly Stoopid
July 6: Widespread Panic
July 13: James Taylor
July 15: Sting & Peter Gabriel
July 23: Tim McGraw
July 24: Don Henley
July 27: Keith Urban
July 29: Keith Urban
August 18: Steve Miller Band
August 26: Sammy Hagar and The Circle
December's gaming figures released: South Shore casinos show gain
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/29/2016 - 8:28am
The Nevada Gaming Control Board released their figures for the month of December, 2015 and they show Stateline casinos bringing in $17,950,675 which is 12.56 percent up from the same period in 2014.
For the fiscal year, the South Shore is still below the previous year by 8.30 percent.
When reviewing the whole state of Nevada, Stateline casinos led all others with gains for the month. The biggest percentage loss was experienced in small, non-Reno, Sparks, North Lake Tahoe casinos in Washoe County which saw income from gaming down 15.74 percent.
South Shore casinos have a good month in November; Win figure up 17%
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/30/2015 - 5:51pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board released their gaming revenue figures Wednesday, and revenue for casinos on the South Shore experienced the biggest gain they've seen in months.
Net revenue for local casinos is up 17.26% when compared to figures from November, 2014, leaving their fiscal year total still down. Local casinos figures are 11.38% lower than the same period last year.
In the state of Nevada, casinos as a whole experienced a net gain of 7.76%, leaving the fiscal year totals almost even with the the prior year.
Kudos: HEROs Help Ease Hunger
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/17/2015 - 1:36pm
The HEROs from Harrah’s and Harveys’ Casino Resorts lived up to their name and mission by hosting a Bread & Broth dinner on October 26th. HEROs, a Caesar Entertainment employee organization, is committed to having members volunteer at charitable causes and give back to their community. Through their generosity, they are heroes to those who benefit from their support and concern.
South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival returns for sixth year
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 7:11pm
Event Date:
October 16, 2015 (All day)
The sixth annual “South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival” arrives at Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe, Oct. 16 - 18, for an autumn weekend of great food, fine wine and high spirits.
Award-winning Chef Mark Tarbell is the featured celebrity chef this year, hosting several key events.
Harrah's Lake Tahoe announces Fall schedule
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/03/2015 - 6:38pm
The fall entertainment schedule for the South Shore Room at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe has been releaesd: Gordon Lightfood (Oct 10), Gin Blossoms (Oct 17), Nico & Vinz (Oct 24), The Yardbirds (Nov 7), Diamond Rio (Nov. 14), Pablo Cruise (Nov. 28), Cheap Trick (Dec. 19) and The Weight (Dec. 30).
The Weight is a tribute to The Band and features former members of The Band, the Levon Helm Band and the Rick Danko Group.
For tickets, visit www.southshoreroom.com.
South Shore casinos have net 'win' of $16,150,457 in May
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/26/2015 - 6:56am
The Nevada Gaming Control Board released their May casino win/loss figures today, and casinos on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe had a net 'win' of $16,150,457 in May, down 6.76% from 2014.
The local casinos experienced a "win" of $16,150,457. This amount is down 6.76% from May of 2014.
For the fiscal year, the South Shore is up $6,184,822 over last year (the fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30).
When reviewing the whole state of Nevada, the downtown Las Vegas did the best with a 15.45% increase in gaming win. The South Lake Tahoe casinos had the biggest percentage of loss.
Lake Tahoe concert line-up for June
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/30/2015 - 8:15pm
May 30-31 Valhalla Renaissance Faire @ Camp Richardson
Wagon Train Rendezvous @ Zephyr Cove / Wagon Train parade
June 01 Phat Caddy Monday @ Fat Cat Cafe
June 02 DJ Dakini, Oneness, Lo-G @ Whisky Dicks
June 03 Chad Bushnell @ Hard Rock Hotel
June 03-07 Heath Hyche @ Improv at Harveys
June 04 Ike and Martin @ Jimmy's at The Landing
Lacey, LaBella, and Richardson @ Cottonwood Bar & Grill
Serina Williams, Lost Whiskey Engine @ Moody's Bistro
June 05-06 Bias and Dunn @ Bar of America
The George Souza Trio @ Moody's Bistro
June 05 Superlicious @ Hard Rock Hotel
Hike for the Humane Society
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/30/2015 - 4:54pm
Event Date:
May 16, 2015 - 9:00am The annual Harrah's/Harvey's Hike for the Humane Society has teamed up with the Action Adventure Expo! Join us Saturday, May 16th, in the back parking lot of Harrah's from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Admission to the event is free, and a low cost lunch will be offered to benefit the Humane Society.
There will be an opportunity to meet Brandon Nelson and Cara Maria Sorobello of "The Challenge" series, and have your picture taken with your pet. You can also join the guided hike, which starts at 9:30, for just $10 for the hike and lunch! Pets are welcome, but they must be on leash at all times.
South Shore casinos keep "win" figures on the positive side in February
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/31/2015 - 9:49pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board released their February casino win/loss figures today, and the South Shore casinos experienced a "win" of $15,575,141. This amount is up 5.66% from February of 2014.
For the fiscal year, the South Shore is up $2,934,706 over last year.
When reviewing the whole state of Nevada, the Boulder Strip did the best with a 10.59% increase in gaming win. The biggest loss when compared to last year was the Las Vegas Strip which saw a 4.38% decrease with their take of $531,348,04.
South Lake Tahoe Community Job Fair to be held
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/19/2015 - 9:50pm
Event Date:
March 31, 2015 - 3:00pm
Due to popular demand, community job fairs will be held on both the North and South Shores of Lake Tahoe this spring. Last year's Tahoe Job Fair was held at Squaw Valley and over 1,100 perspective employees attended.
In a joint effort between Harrahs and Harveys, the Lake Tahoe Sustainability Collaboration, Professional Ski Instructor's Association and the American Assocition of Snowboarder Instructors, the Tahoe Regional Community fair will be held on the South Shore March 31 and on the North Shore on April 1.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary fundraiser breaks records; Honors first responders
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While the Tahoe Douglas Rotary's annual St. Patrick's Day fundraiser has always been a local's favorite, this year's event created such a buzz around town that it actually sold out a month ago.
On Friday, March 13, 650 people filled Harrah's Convention Center for an evening of first responder honorees, an inaugural digital silent auction, a wine and beer bar with televisions to watch the bidding from as well as a red carpet with "paparazzi" to record the evening.
February Music Scene: Jefferson Starship, Lewis Black, Winstrong, Love and Light, ALO
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/07/2015 - 12:31am
February 01 Unkle Funkle @ McP's
Super Bowl Party @ Himmel Haus
Seraphin @ Northstar
February 02 Mark Wilson @ McP's
Ben Fuller @ West Shore Cafe
DJ Lambchop @ Fat Cat Cafe
February 03 Coop Da Loop, Dub Coling, Resonant Language @ Whisky Dick's
Buddy Emmer Blues Band @ Harrah's
Open Mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
February 4-8 Alan Havey / Joe Dosch @ Improv at Harveys
February 04 Zebuel, Haylestorm, IJV @ The Grid
Chris Emmington @ fat Cat Cafe
February 05 The Saddle Tramps @ Hard Rock Hotel
Taking Root @ Rojo's
Caesars rolls the dice in bankruptcy court
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 9:26am
Casino company Caesars Entertainment (CZR), the owner of Harrah's and Harvey's in Lake Tahoe, announced early Thursday that it had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in federal court in Chicago for its main operating unit in an attempt to beat back an effort by some creditors who filed their own bankruptcy plan in Delaware on Monday. They claim the company has cheated them.
Lake Tahoe music, events and concerts for January 2015
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/05/2015 - 7:31pm
January 2015 in Tahoe: Kool and the Gang, G. Love and Special Sauce, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, The Guess Who
January 1-4 John Henton / Sean Kent @ Improv at Harveys
January 01 Rustler's Moon @ Bar of America
George Souza Trio @ Moodys Bistro
January 02-03 National Soul @ Bar of America
Steve & Tom @ Gar Woods
January 02 Jesse Kalin @ The Beacon
Crystal Basin Wine Tasting @ 968 Park Hotel
The Novelists @ Moodys Bistro
January 03 Mark Hummel, Elvin Bishop, Rick Estrin, Little Charly Baty @ Harrahs
Tom Dickson @ The Beacon
Bison @ Sierra at Tahoe
November casino gaming figures released: South Lake Tahoe casinos lose
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/30/2014 - 7:20am
Casinos in South Lake Tahoe won $12,104,211 in November, which is down over 30% from last year when the gaming win was $17,381,413. This ends a three month run of gains in this figure.
The casino gaming win reflects represents the computed income of casinos before business expenses and taxes.
Statewide, the figures were almost equal to last year with a gaming win of $876,278,690,a .04% gain over November of 2014.
Casinos in North Las Vegas led the state with a 37.62% gain while South Lake Tahoe's gambling venues had the biggest loss.
Awards given to Festival of the Tree entries
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/05/2014 - 11:18pm
If you haven't made it to the annual Festival of the Trees yet, you have through Sunday to take in all of the holiday fun. Trees and wreaths line the convention center at Harrahs and people can try and win everyone on display with a high bid.
Designer Trees
Best of Show and Most Elegant:
Noir et Blanc, Designers: Katie Long, Thran's Flowers
Best Interpretation of Theme:
Moulin Rouge, Designers: The Merry Widows and The Gallant Widowers
Most "Outside the Box" or Creative:
Sew Wonderful, Designer: Caryn Hughes
Local School Trees
September 2014 in Tahoe: The Verve Pipe, Air Supply
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/07/2014 - 6:21pm
Sept. 1-4 Burning Man decompression w/ Bhudda Lounge & Bhudda Bass @ 968 park Hotel
September 01 Cash Only Band @ Cabo Wabo
DJ Lambchop / Daytxna @ Fat Cat Cafe
September 02 Jesse Kalin @ Cabo Wabo
Open Mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
Sept. 3-7 Will Durst / David Gee @ Improv at Harvey's
September 03 Open Mic w/ Jesse Kalin @ Cabo Wabo
Hypha, Professor Stone, DJ So freaky, IJV @ The Grid
Sept. 4-6 Dyer Maker @ Cabo Wabo
September 04 Kylan Johnson @ Cottonwood Bar & Grill
Graham Marshall Group @ Moody's Bistro
Sept. 5-7 Autumn Food and Wine Festival @ Northstar
