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Rash of auto thefts in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/16/2015 - 9:43pm
In just three days, five cars were reported stolen in South Lake Tahoe.
On Thursday, September 10, a man who lives in the 2400 block of William Avenue called police to report his car stolen. When police arrived, they found out the man had lent the car to someone who hadn't returned it.
The following day, a white Ford F250 with a rack was reported stolen in the 1000 block of William. It has not been recovered and there are no suspects. The Nevada license plate number is NRC917.
Three cars were stolen on Saturday, September 12.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/07/2015 - 7:12am
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
8/30
2:02 a.m. - Vacation Rental Noise - Bonanza Ave - DEPUTIES RESPONDED TO A NOISE DISTURBANCE REPORT IN THE AREA OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE. AN INFORMATION REPORT WAS GENERATED AND FORWARDED TO DEPUTY ALMOS FOR FURTHER FOLLOW-UP.
South Lake Tahoe pair arrested on felony drug trafficking charges
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/07/2015 - 2:48pm
Two from South Lake Tahoe were arrested Thursday on felony drug trafficking and other charges after a traffic stop led to the discovery of methamphetamine and heroin, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Elizabeth Gosh, 30, and Kyle Leake, 48, were taken into custody at 7:04 p.m. and booked into Carson City Jail. According to the arrest report, deputies with the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Special Enforcement Team were patrolling in an unmarked car and observed a white two door sedan with California plates run through a solid red strop light at the intersection of Roop and Long streets.
Four arrested in Meyers for terrorizing a man
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/27/2015 - 7:57pm
Four men were arrested Sunday on suspicion of terrorizing a man who tried to get their license plate number.
According to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO), on Sunday, July 26, at 7:45 p.m., a resident of Meyers witnessed a car full of men pull up to the stop sign at the intersection of East San Bernardino Avenue and Apache Drive. He told deputies he saw them roll down a window and shoot what he thought a gun at the sign.
El Dorado County to cite people who leave pets inside cars
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/30/2015 - 7:06pm
With rising temperatures pet owners need to be aware that the temperature inside vehicles can reach 120 degrees in a matter of minutes, even with the windows opened slightly.
Military deserter accused of sexual assault arrested in Reno
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/09/2015 - 12:09pm
A traffic stop on I580 near Neil Road in Reno on Monday evening led to the arrest of a military deserter accused of the sexual assault of a minor.
At approximately 9:45 p.m. on June 8, Sergeant Mike Edgell of the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) pulled over a black 2011 Yamaha motorcycle for not having an operating tail lamp.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/07/2015 - 3:01pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
5/31
3:35 a.m. - Noise Disturbance - Cold Creek Trail - DEPUTIES WERE DISPATCHED TO A NOISE DISTURBANCE AT A VACATION RENTAL. THE RESPONSIBLE RENTER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED ABOUT THE NOISE.
Counterfeit bills on rise in El Dorado County; One arrest made
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/18/2015 - 7:19pm
Several counterfeit bills have been used for transactions on the west slope of El Dorado County, even days after the arrest of one suspect. On May 8, the Sheriff Deputies were called to the Round Table Restaurant in Pollock Pines after a man tried to buy food with a counterfeit $100 bill. He and a woman left before deputies arrived but a description of the pair and their vehicle was provided to EDCSO.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Log
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/18/2015 - 10:07pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
1/11
4:02 p.m. - Search & Rescue - Angora Ridge - SEARCH AND RESCUE RESPONSE FOR A MEDICAL AID AND RECOVERY OF HIKERS ON ANGORA RIDGE RD. THREE FEMALES, AGES 22, 23 AND 23 WERE BROUGHT TO SAFETY.
Purchase a Lake Tahoe license plate and ski or ride for free
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/08/2015 - 7:22pm
You can now buy either a California or Nevada license plate and help raise money for Lake Tahoe environmental efforts.
The Tahoe Fund is working with the California Tahoe Conservancy and Nevada State Lands to promote the sale of their Lake Tahoe license plates. Between now and April 5, 2015, receive two free alpine or nordic tickets to the resort of your choice when you purchase the special plates.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Log
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/14/2014 - 6:34pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
11/30
12:06 a.m. - Cholula St - COUPLE INVOLVED IN A PHYSICAL ALTERCATION RESULTING IN NO INJURIES. THE COUPLE, A 39-YEAR OLD MAN AND 36-YEAR OLD WOMAN, WERE SEPARATED FOR THE EVENING.
Nevada unveils "Share the Road" license plate to support cyclists and pedestrians
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/05/2014 - 11:25pm
A specialty Nevada license plate supporting safe bicycle and pedestrian programs is now available for purchase through the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles.
Police seek public's help in locating missing Placerville teen
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/15/2014 - 11:32pm
Placerville police are looking for Tyler Demars, an at risk teen who was last seen on July 12.
He is described as 6 feet 1 inch tall, weighing 160 pounds, with brown hair and eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, and a tan and brown shirt. He drives a green Honda Civic with a Batman license plate frame.
Anyone with information regarding Demars whereabouts is asked to call the Placerville Police Department at (530) 642-5280.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/11/2014 - 5:32pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore.
5/29
4:50 p.m. - Emerald Bay Road: AN 18 YEAR OLD MAN WAS ARRESTED FOR POSSESSION OF A CONCEALED BUTTERFLY KNIFE AS WELL AS METAL KNUCKLES.
5:46 p.m. - Mewuk Rd: BURGLARY
5/30
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.
Sand Harbor Shuttle Service in Place for Summer
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/27/2014 - 6:36am
There is a park and ride system for Sand Harbor in place once again for the summer of 2014.
In it's third year, the Tahoe Transportation District’s East Shore Express, the shuttle bus provides rides Incline Village to Sand Harbor. They are able to do so with a federal grant and funds gathered from the selling of Lake Tahoe License Plates.
South Lake Tahoe Woman Missing; Police Ask For Public's Help
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/04/2014 - 3:53pm
4-5-14 12:40 p.m. update - Camilyn Kay Price-Miller has been found alive and well in another location. She was unaware of the search for her so, once she found out about the situation she walked into a local police station.
3 Cars Stolen in 16 Hours in South Lake Tahoe; 3 Suspects Arrested
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/02/2014 - 9:50am
Three Placerville 18 year olds have been arrested in connection with three auto thefts that took place in South Lake Tahoe between 7 p.m. March 31 and 11 a.m. April 1. The trio is also suspected in stealing contents from other cars as well.
Brian Barnes, Elija Kidwell and Sean Murphy were arrested and book into El Dorado County Jail on felony charges of auto theft, possession of stolen property and conspiracy for at least one of the auto thefts and to some of the property thefts.
Free Lake Tahoe Ski Resort Lift Tickets When You Get Special License Plate
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/04/2013 - 4:40pm
With ski resorts busy preparing for the winter season ahead, now is the time to start planning your time on the slopes! "Plates for Powder" is the successful promotion run by the Tahoe Fund to increase sales of the Lake Tahoe license plates.
Individuals who purchase the specialty Lake Tahoe license plate in either Nevada or California prior to April 1, 2014 will receive two lift tickets to their choice of 11 Lake Tahoe resorts.
South Lake Tahoe police reports recent surge in auto thefts, attempted thefts
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/09/2013 - 8:35amDuring the nine days of July, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department has investigated several thefts and attempted thefts of vehicles in the City. The targeted victim vehicles appear to be vans in particular.
On July 4th, 2013 a 1992 Dodge van was stolen from 2111 South Ave. This van was located and recovered locally. Case number 1307-0645:
Tahoe Fund, Conservancy launch free beach app
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 06/10/2013 - 8:27am
A new smart phone and tablet app designed to highlight beaches around Lake Tahoe, where they are and how to get to them, has been launched in a partnership with the Tahoe Fund and the California Tahoe Conservancy. The aim is to help more than 2 million Tahoe visitors find their way to the perfect beach outing on the public shores.
Buy a Tahoe License Plate and Receive Two Free Lift Tickets
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/11/2013 - 2:15pm
California and Nevada residents can take advantage of the 35 inches of new Tahoe snow with two free lift tickets through the popular “Plates for Powder” program offered through the Tahoe Fund. Purchase a new California or Nevada Tahoe license plate and you are eligible for two free Alpine or Nordic lift tickets. Tickets are available at 11 participating Tahoe resorts.
Douglas County authorities ask for help in locating missing woman
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/19/2013 - 4:32pm
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office investigators are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing 63-year-old woman. Kathy Arlana Hammond was reported as a missing person by a friend on Sunday, Feb. 17. Hammond was last seen at approximately 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15.
Hammond is reported to be mentally unstable, and has threatened suicide in the past. Hammond is reported to be driving a 4-door 1993 Subaru Legacy sedan, teal green in color, bearing California license plate 3CKF797.
Tahoe license plate holders eligible to win free lift tickets
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/20/2012 - 8:03am
The environmental non-profit Tahoe Fund announced Thursday the launch of the Lake Tahoe License Plate ‘Plate Spotter’ program to reward owners of Lake Tahoe license plates with free lift tickets during the 2013 Winter season. Tahoe plates spotted by official “spotters” and the general public will be entered to win free lift tickets every week until March 20, 2013. The program is designed to raise awareness of Lake Tahoe license plates, and to reward and encourage renewals and new Tahoe license plate purchases.
Ski for free at Lake Tahoe with purchase of Tahoe License Plate
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 7:13am
With the official start to the Tahoe ski season just around the corner, the Tahoe Fund is launching the popular “Plates for Powder” promotion to drive sales of Lake Tahoe license plates.
Lam Watah trailhead parking at Stateline closed through mid-October
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 3:23pmThe Tahoe Transportation District and the U.S. Forest Service are asking the public to park in alternate locations to access the Lam Watah Trail while work is underway on improvements that are part of the Nevada Stateline-to-Stateline Bike Path project - Phase 1B. Lam Watah Trailhead parking normally is located on the north side of U.S. Highway 50 just past the casinos in Stateline, Nev., on Kahle Drive.
Champion Stand Up Paddleboarder Goes Wild for Lake Tahoe License Plates
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/28/2012 - 12:03pm
Wild is the new theme in advertising for Lake Tahoe license plates, as U.S. National Stand Up Paddleboard Team member Jay Wild of Truckee is featured in television and print ads shot last week at Carnelian Bay.
“Over 96 percent of fees help support projects like the Lake Tahoe Water Trail and access to beaches like this,” says Wild, standing on the beach at Watermans Landing. “I train on the lake every day. Tahoe is a treasure, and I have a Tahoe plate to show my love for this magical place.”
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care open house today
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 08/05/2012 - 9:02amEvent Date:
August 5, 2012 - 10:00am
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, which cares for and rehabilitates sick and injured animals, is having its open house today, Sunday, August 5, from 10 am to 4 p.m.
Tom Millham of the center reports having eagles, bears, bobcats, raccoons and a river otter, plus more to see. The Millhams also want to show off its new expanded Bear TV video operation which has nine cameras looking in at all of the wildlife.
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care will also have retail items for sale as well, including t-shirts, hats, jackets and its new 'metal' LTWC license plate holders.
Governor orders audit of specialty plate program
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/30/2012 - 10:40amSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Gov. Jerry Brown on Tuesday ordered an audit of California's specialty license plate program after a review by The Associated Press found there was little oversight of the...
Ski Legend Mancuso Promotes Lake Tahoe Plates, Tahoe Projects
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/02/2012 - 11:35am
Julia Mancuso, coming off gold-winning performances in the super-G and giant slalom Friday and Saturday at the U.S. ski championships in Colorado, has agreed to appear in TV and radio spots promoting the California and Nevada Lake Tahoe license plates.
Tahoe resorts, business outfit vehicle fleets with Lake Tahoe license plate
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/27/2012 - 4:26pm
New Lake Tahoe license plates are appearing on the vehicle fleets of major ski resorts and businesses in the Tahoe Basin, as support for the Tahoe plate program in California and Nevada continues this winter.
Heavenly Ski Resort helped launch the program in 1996 and has 140 vehicles plated for Tahoe. Northstar Resort, Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, and Tahoe Dave’s Skis and Boards have ordered new Tahoe plates.
Nevada DMV driverless vehicle applications available March 1
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/27/2012 - 1:09pmWith the approval earlier this month of regulations that allow the testing of driverless vehicles in Nevada, application packages will be available March 1 for companies wanting to apply their autonomous test vehicles.
Nevada’s Legislative Commission of the Department of Motor Vehicles approved regulations allowing the testing of driverless — a.k.a. “autonomous” — vehicles to be driven on the state’s roads, according to an announcement on Feb. 15.
Surveillance photos released in Minden minimart robbery
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 11:33am
Updated Feb. 16, 5:08PM: Douglas County authorities have released surveillance photos of a Feb. 10 armed robbery at a Minden gas station and are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect and a possible accomplice.
A gun was drawn on a clerk and an undetermined amount of cash taken at the J&M Mini Mart in Minden on Friday Feb. 10.
Douglas County authorities seek help in Minden minimart robbery
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 02/12/2012 - 9:30amA gun was drawn on a clerk and an undetermined amount of cash taken at the J&M Mini Mart in Minden on Friday night. Douglas County authorities are seeking the public's help in finding the robber and a possible accomplice.
The armed robbery happened at about 8:45 p.m., with the suspect, wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, dark mask and gloves, getting inside a gray four-door sedan with dark-tinted windows, possibly and Audi or a Volkswagon Jetta. It is believed a second person was in the vehicle and served as the driver, said Douglas County Sgt. Jim Halsey. The clerk was unhurt.
JT Holmes Shoots Promo for Lake Tahoe 'Plate for Powder' program
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 9:45am
Extreme snow sports legend and Transformers film wingsuit stuntman JT Holmes has finished shooting promotional TV spots for the Tahoe Fund’s Plate for Powder program, which gives purchasers of California and Nevada
Tahoe License Plate for Powder Program To Benefit from Snow Forecast
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/19/2012 - 1:00pm
The snow forecast to hit the Lake Tahoe region during the next few days is expected to give the Tahoe Fund's Plate for Powder program a boost along with Sierra ski resorts and businesses. Drivers who purchase a California or Nevada Tahoe vehicle license plate will receive two free ski lift or Nordic tickets to the resort of their choice. New Tahoe plates cost $50 in California and $61 in Nevada.
Tahoe Snow Sports Icons Daron Rahlves, Jeremy Jones Partner With Plate for Powder Campaign
Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 11:21am
By Maja Thaler
Two of Lake Tahoe's most popular ski and snowboarding icons, Daron Rahlves and Jeremy Jones, have finished shooting public service ads this week for the nonprofit Tahoe Fund's Plate for Powder program. Rahlves and Jones donated their time for the California and Nevada Lake Tahoe specialty license plates program, which gives new Tahoe license plate buyers two free Alpine or Nordic ski tickets to their choice of 12 major Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts.
Specialty Tahoe license plates comes with lift tickets
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 11:30pmTwelve Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts are offering two free Alpine or Nordic tickets for every purchase of a California or Nevada Lake Tahoe license plate between Dec. 12 and April 15. More than 96 perce...
Specialty Tahoe license plates comes with lift tickets
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Free lift tickets for Tahoe license plate buyers
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 4:15pmThe Tahoe Fund announced Wednesday that 12 major Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts will offer two free lift tickets for every purchase of a California or Nevada Lake Tahoe license plate between Dec. 12 a...
Free Ski Lift Tickets as Tahoe Fund Launches 2nd Annual Plate for Powder Program
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 1:21pm
The Tahoe Fund announced today that 12 major Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts are offering two free Alpine or Nordic tickets for every purchase of a California or Nevada Lake Tahoe license plate between December 12 and April 15.
New license plate to help fund programs
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/06/2011 - 9:40pmBy the Nevada Department of Wildlife
After a five-year journey, the Nevada Department of Wildlife's (NDOW) first-ever license plate has been released!
Proceeds from the sale of the "Conserve Wildlife" plate will provide sorely needed funding for NDOW's wildlife education and volunteer programs.
Nevada Now Offering Fallen Military License Plate To Families Of War Dead
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/10/2011 - 12:00pm
By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles announced today that a new license plate honoring fallen military personnel who died of injuries while on active duty is now available to family members.
Nevada DMV Goes Mobile With IPhone App
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 10:09am
By Nevada News Bureau
Nevada iPhone users now have DMV information at their fingertips with a new iPhone and iPad app called “DMV Mobile.”
Motorists planning a trip to the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles can look up wait times at six metropolitan offices, get maps to all of the offices and kiosks, look up personalized plates and even schedule a drive test.
