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What's Cookin' at Callie's Cabin: Sweet muffins for your sweet heart
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/10/2012 - 6:00amIt's February, the month of Valentine's Day, Heart Health, and warm muffins. Living on the South Shore this year feels odd without the workout of shoveling piles of snow. But that doesn't mean i...
South Shore gets decked out in a new label
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/09/2012 - 6:04pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Every great tourist destination has a great brand, a great slogan or a great logo. There's "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas," the "I (heart) NYC" stickers or Mex...
Barton welcomes heart specialist
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/28/2012 - 6:00amIn honor of National Heart Month, February, Barton Health introduces heart care to its the medical team with cardiologist, David Young. "Patients (in the Lake Tahoe Basin) now have access to a card...
Barton welcomes heart specialist
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/28/2012 - 6:00amIn honor of National Heart Month, February, Barton Health introduces heart care to its the medical team with cardiologist, David Young. "Patients (in the Lake Tahoe Basin) now have access to a card...
A potassium deficiency could harm your heart
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/25/2012 - 6:00amIn the interest of heart health, you may virtuously set aside the saltshaker to keep your sodium intake down, knowing that dietary sodium can raise blood pressure in many people. But you may not kn...
Full Text of President Obama's State of the Union address; GOP response
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 7:47pm
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:
Only dedicated full-time heart doc in the Lake Tahoe Basin establishes Barton Cardiology
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 3:50pm
As we near National Heart Month, February, its only fitting that Barton Health introduces its latest piece of prosperity — heart care and their latest addition to the medical team, cardiologist, David Young.
“Patients (in the Lake Tahoe Basin) now have access to a cardiovascular specialist in their own community,” Dr. Young said.
Movie Review: Sc-fi horror film 'Underworld Awakening' wastes Beckinsale's talent
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Sat, 01/21/2012 - 11:38pmThe sci-fi-horror film "Underworld Awakening 3D" playing at the Horizon Stadium Cinemas in Stateline is the fourth iteration of the series, in this case starring Kate Beckinsale as Selene for the third time.
Selene has been in suspended animation in a freezer for 12 years bust breaks out to find that humankind is at war with the vampires in the population a well as the werewolves.
Bay Area Ski Bus Running Buses to Snow deprived Tahoe Resorts
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Now in its 16th season, the luxury Ski Buses run every Saturday, every Sunday, every Wednesday and one additional weekday per week with pick up locations in San Francisco, Oakland, Walnut Creek, Sunnyvale, Foster City, Pleasanton and San Rafael. The buses are stylish and comfortable with a restroom, multiple TVs for movies, and of course, are run by professional drivers and hosts!
Made in Tahoe: Local woman adds spice to life
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/28/2011 - 9:47am
From behind the island in a large stone and brick kitchen, Diane Weidinger goes about her business, carefully filling small tins with her spice blends to be shipped to customers near and far. Along with jars, tubs are stacked on a table at the end of the island. More jars crowd one end of the countertop. Weidinger is filling an order including blends of Egyptian, Scandinavian and Moroccan spices and more for a customer who wants to highlight workplace diversity.
Made In Tahoe: Local man makes music through violins
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/26/2011 - 1:31pm
Joseph Cosmos likes to fiddle around. Besides jamming with other musicians, the 34-year-old bluegrass aficionado (if that isn't too high falutin' a word for his musical genre of choice) and Tahoe native has set up a business in town making violins as well as providing restorations, repairs and set ups for all bow string instruments — violin, viola, cello and bass.
Tahoe Orthopedics and Sports Medicine implements computerized concussion testing in area high schools
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 11:40amApproximately 2 to 3.5 million sports-related concussions occur annually in the United States, of which 60,000 are sustained by high school athletes. Orthopedic physicians and the athletic training staff from Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine are working to combat the impact of concussions affecting young athletes in the region through a computerized test called ImPACT (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment Testing).
Cork & More celebrates 35th anniversary
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 6:00amThe Cork & More, Inc., designed to be a "Napa-style market in the heart of Lake Tahoe," first opened its doors for business in November 1976 on Ski Run Blvd. A ribbon cutting to commemorate The Cor...
Happy tears: Tahoe-bound Mavis Staples sings from her heart, reaches hearts
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/08/2011 - 11:18amLike she does onstage and on her albums, gospel singer Mavis Staples often refers to "Him." But she is a bit confused when it comes to "they."Staples sang on her first hit record in 1956 but onl...
Lake Tahoe Adventure Film Festival on Dec. 10 at MontBleu
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 6:56pmThe 10th annual Tahoe Adventure Film Festival offers gnarly footage as “all-risk” describes the fast paced, high energy series of extreme sports short films that premiere Saturday, Dec. 10 at MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa.
Lake Tahoe, recognized as a breeding ground for elite athletes and year-round adventurers, is designed to capture the intensity and passion of adventure with the film festival a perfect reflection of that outdoor culture.
Firefighters stop advance of massive Reno wildfire
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/18/2011 - 6:06am
Update 5 p.m.: Firefighters have stopped the advance of the fire and are now going back and putting out hot spots. Light snow and lessening winds are helping the efforts. Reno Fire Chief Mike Hernandez said 25 homes have been impacted by the fire. The fire has burned between 1,700 and 2,000 acres. One firefighter has been injured, one person suffered a heart attack and died and more than 4,500 NV Energy customers are without power.
View Caughlin Fire (fka Pine Haven fire) in a larger map
Five recommendations for surviving holiday heart attack season
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/17/2011 - 11:30amTemperatures are dropping and the holidays are around the corner. We are now entering what is often referred to as "The Heart Attack Season." In addition to the cold weather restricting our blood c...
Autopsy provides no new details in local woman's death; investigation continues
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 1:40pm
By Heather Gould
Investigators have no new leads in the case of a South Lake Tahoe woman whose remains were found in southern Washington state in early October. The cause of death remains undetermined after an autopsy was performed.
In July, 54-year-old Marie Hanson traveled with a neighbor to the Rainbow Gathering, a countercultural event emphasizing peace and love. She was last seen on July 7, then disappeared, leaving all her personal effects behind.
KTVN Channel 2 sports director JK Metzker dies in accident; arrest made
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 11/13/2011 - 4:07pm
UPDATED: Sad news to report today. KTVN-TV in Reno confirms that Channel 2 News Sports Director JK Metzker died this afternoon from injuries he suffered after being struck by a vehicle. The accident happened on North Virginia Street near 17th Street at 11:50pm last night following the University of Nevada Wolf Pack football game.
Lake Tahoe Adventure Film Festival
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 10:52am
Designed to capture the intensity and passion of adventure, the Tahoe Adventure Film Festival is a perfect summary of outdoor culture. The show begins the minute the doors open at 6:30 p.m in the MontBleu Casino Resort & Spa Showroom. Dramatic action photography from Aurora Photos flashes on the big screen while Little Jon Flip, go-go dancers and a deejay pump up the crowd.
33rd Freaker's Ball Rocks the House at MontBleu Oct. 29
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/21/2011 - 10:38amWhether it’s the 16 ft. clown, Lady Gaga lookalikes, entire Addams Family, Tricky Dick Nixon, a deck of playing cards, a human lobster bib or a zombified super hero, there's only one place at South Tahoe to see the outrageous unveil itself through costume and it could be worth a $10,000 in contest prizes.
IHOP tragedy's continued impact across two states
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 7:54pmBy Heather Gould
IHOP shooting victim, part-time Tahoe resident Wally Gunderson, continues to recover after being shot in the leg during a rampage by a gunman at the Carson City restaurant on Sept. 6. Gunderson, 67, was injured after 32-year-old Eduardo Sencion entered the Carson City restaurant and began firing, then turned the gun on himself.
New pier sets up plans for Tahoe Beach Club development
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 10:45am
A new pier installation at Tahoe Beach Club www.beachclubtahoe.com will underscore the lakefront lifestyle at the first fully-owned residential lakefront development on Lake Tahoe in 25 years, and mark initial phase construction at the eagerly awaited project.
21st Annual Women's Wellness Week at Tahoe's Granlibakken
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 2:01pmAs part of Granlibakken’s commitment to health & wellness, the annual Lake Tahoe Women’s Wellness Weekend – a long standing community event previously coordinated by the Tahoe Forest Hospital - will now be hosted by Granlibakken, Nov. 12-13, 2011. The event fuses Eastern tradition with Western practices to offer a balanced weekend interactive clinics on skin screenings, body/muscle testing; inspirational and informative seminars on health, nutrition, aging; recreational activities along with food and wine.
Chris Isaak's 'Heart Shaped World' includes Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/30/2011 - 10:44amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A couple of things about Chris Isaak: n His concerts are attended by women who will look you in the eyes long and winsomely.n His songs are used in movies.Regarding the l...
Chris Isaak's 'Heart Shaped World' includes Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/30/2011 - 10:44amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A couple of things about Chris Isaak: n His concerts are attended by women who will look you in the eyes long and winsomely.n His songs are used in movies.Regarding the l...
Philanthropist gives from heart
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/28/2011 - 9:41amPhilanthropist Jessica Ledbetter continues to support Lake Tahoe Community College programs and students with her recent gift of scholarships. In 2008, Jessica gave a major gift to create the Ledbe...
Tahoe Today: A spiritual godsend
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/24/2011 - 8:17amWhat I am about to write has literally touched me from the very heart of my soul along with many others. The Reno Air Races have touched each and every one of our hearts, especially those of us who...
Tahoe Today: A spiritual godsend
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/24/2011 - 8:17amWhat I am about to write has literally touched me from the very heart of my soul along with many others. The Reno Air Races have touched each and every one of our hearts, especially those of us who...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Indolent driver shatters the heart of a neighborhood
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:59amA tragic incident occurred at Cayuga Circle on Sept. 13 at about 7:45 a.m. I was getting ready for work, taking things to my car while my beloved dog, Cooper, was lying on the street as he did many...
Indolent driver shatters the heart of a neighborhood
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 9:48amA tragic incident occurred at Cayuga Circle on Sept. 13 at about 7:45 a.m. I was getting ready for work, taking things to my car while my beloved dog, Cooper, was lying on the street as he did many...
Art Matters: A matter of the heart
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/17/2011 - 6:00amWhat a phenomenal time our nation experienced leading up to the 10th anniversary of 9/11. From celebrating our innumerable heroes and soothing our still tender hearts and seared memories, to encour...
Heart disease talk sponsored by Barton
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 11:20amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Join Dr. Steve Brooks from Barton Family Practice as he discusses prevention and treatment of heart disease from 6-7 p.m. Sept. 21 at Kahle Community Center.Attend any fo...
More city services on the chopping block; budget meeting Thursday
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/12/2011 - 9:07amBy Li Terrell
A special meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council to discuss the 2011-12 budget will be held this Thursday, Sept. 15 at 7pm. Not only is this the first look the public will have at the proposed budget, but this may be the only opportunity for public input before layoffs in crucial departments like streets and recreation. The regular council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday at 9 a.m.
Art Matters: The heart of the matter
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/09/2011 - 2:12pmDo we always need tragedy or an horrific event like 9/11 to make us appreciate art and what it brings to the very heart of the matter? Doesn't art often speak louder than words or certainly more el...
New terrain, wider trails and a whole lot of South Lake Tahoe festivities ahead
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/01/2011 - 7:48pm
LAKE TAHOE — If another La Nina visits the Sierra this winter – all-time records were approached in 2010-11 with more than 700 inches of snow – Tahoe South ski resorts are ready to roll on another epic season.
California free fishing day this Saturday
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 12:44am
By Don Quilici
The second of California’s two free Fishing Days will be over the Labor Day holiday weekend on Saturday, Sept. 3. The other Free Fishing Day was back on July 2. You can fish, all day, without a fishing license.
You'll be able to fish wherever you like in California. However, you will need to abide by the rules and regulations that govern whatever water(s) you will be fishing.
So, be sure to obey those rules and regulations. Don’t do something illegal. If you do, and if you get caught, it could be very expensive.
Art Matters: The art of generosity
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/28/2011 - 12:45pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - To me, generosity is an art form that comes entirely from the heart and out of service. It can't be displayed in any tangible way other than through its effect on othe...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Small mouth bass, small discovery
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 7:20pmI just read your story on small mouth bass. I had to shake my head and say, "What?" Wow, it took these experts all these years to prove that bass live in Tahoe and make a heart stopping announcemen...
Fate intervened when Roy Rogers suffered onstage heart attack
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/25/2011 - 9:49amRoy Rogers had a showstopper of a lifetime.During the third song at a May 2010 concert in Guerneville, the slide guitarist realized his feeling of heartburn wasn't going away. Then the power wen...
Lambert dazzles Lake Tahoe audience with energetic show
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/22/2011 - 12:53pmSTATELINE – With singer, guitarist Miranda Lambert in the house, many could argue the Harveys outdoor concert stage was built for her the way she twirled, strutted, danced, rocked and sang her heart...
Student safety at heart of anti-seizure med debate
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/22/2011 - 10:00amSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Parents with children who suffer from epilepsy can be haunted by the possibility that their child, while at school, could suffer permanent brain damage because of a lack o...
Tahoe athlete to compete in the TransRockies Run
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/21/2011 - 6:00amTRUCKEE, Calif. - As punishing as it may be to traverse 120 miles on foot through the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Ross McMahan can't seem to get enough of it.The multisport athlete from Incline V...
Incline man to compete in TransRockies Run
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/18/2011 - 5:12pmINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - As punishing as it may be to traverse 120 miles on foot through the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Ross McMahan can't seem to get enough of it.The multisport athlete from ...
