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Nevada Doubles Amount of Fraud Recoveries, DOJ Reports
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/13/2011 - 3:04pmBy Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY — The U.S. Department of Justice announced today that it recovered $5.6 billion in civil and criminal fraud efforts in 2011, a 167 percent increase over 2008. In Nevada, recoveries totaled $8.3 million in 2011, a 137 percent increase over 2008 when $3.5 million was recovered.
Budget gift: Soap made in Lake Tahoe
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Prescribed fire operations begin on West Shore
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 1:35pmU.S. Forest Service fuels management crews are scheduled to begin prescribed fire operations in the Tahoe City area tomorrow December 13, 2011. Operations may continue through the week, according to a news release.
Smart phones, Internet create smart energy revolution
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 12:55pmSmart phones, Internet create smart energy revolution. Posted by admin in News on December 12th, 2011 | no responses. By Fiona Grahma, BBC News. Alan Woodham is enjoying an enviable retirement. Aged 6...
Homewood could get a big overhaul
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 12:14pmLand-use regulators are set Wednesday to consider the major overhaul of Homewood Mountain, a scenic but aging ski resort looming over the west shore of Lake Tahoe. Redevelopment of the nearly 50-year-old property is described by resort owners and project supporters as a badly needed improvement that can help revitalize an ailing Tahoe economy while providing needed environmental protections.
Budget gift: Soap made in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 3:29amPublisher's note: Lake Tahoe News is looking for gift ideas that are less than $20. Find out how to make a suggestion. Tahoe Mountain Soap Company has locally made, handcrafted natural soaps, natu...
Forest Service seeks volunteers for 2012 Ski with a Ranger program
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 12/11/2011 - 2:59pm
Ski and snowboard volunteers are sought by the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management to lead guided interpretive tours at Heavenly Mountain Resort one day a week from January through April 2012.
The interpretive tours are intended to educate resort visitors about the natural and cultural history of the Lake Tahoe Basin, highlighting topics such as water quality, watershed restoration, habitat improvement, fire and fuels management and responsible recreation.
Budget gift: Coffee and chocolate combo
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Why medical marijuana reduces traffic fatalities
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Livestrong, American Century give $100,000 to South Lake Tahoe area nonprofits
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 11:41amThe holiday arrived early for 27 South Lake Tahoe non-profit organizations Thursday, Dec. 8, as $100,000 in charitable contributions was distributed on behalf of LIVESTRONG® and the American Century Championship by the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority.
“We’re fortunate to have the support from LIVESTRONG, NBC Sports and American Century Investments to assist to the local community,” said Carol Chaplin, executive director of the LTVA in a news release. “In addition to an outstanding event which attracts visitors, our 22-year partnership also helps local groups in need.”
Budget gift: Making original necklaces or key rings
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Budget gift: Membership in Tahoe mountain bike club
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 12:25pmBudget gift: Membership in Tahoe mountain bike club. Posted by admin in Grab Bag on December 9th, 2011 | no responses. Publisher's note: Lake Tahoe News is looking for gift ideas that are less tha...
Opinion: Everyone deserves a little holiday cheer
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JMA Ventures acquires residences from Ritz
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News of Twain Center's woes no exaggeration
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/08/2011 - 10:41amMark Twain's only play was titled "Is He Dead?"The answer appears to be yes regarding the venue named after the author who famously wrote about his time at Lake Tahoe.The Mark Twain Cultural Cen...
Officer involved shooting in Gardnerville; deputy fatally shoots man
Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 9:04pm
By Sgt Jim Halsey, Public Information Officer, DCSO
On Wednesday, December 7th, 2011 at approximately 2:10 pm, deputies of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to what was reported as a dead body lying outside of a white truck in the Gardnerville Cemetery.
A DCSO deputy arrived on-scene approximately six minutes later and found an adult male, later identified as 77 year-old David Pendleton, in the cemetery near the described truck. Pendleton was holding a shotgun in his hands.
Opinion: Everyone deserves a little holiday cheer
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 6:48pmIt's that time of year of holiday parties. They range from subdued affairs to extravagant undertakings. Some people have commented on Lake Tahoe News publicly and to Lake Tahoe News privately abou...
Caltrans finishes three Tahoe Basin road projects
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 6:23pmConstruction has wrapped up on three roadwork projects in and around the Lake Tahoe Basin, Caltrans reports Wednesday in a news release. The projects were designed to improve water quality and traffic safety in the region.
Three Nevada Pearl Harbor Survivors Honored At Capitol Ceremony On 70th Anniversary
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 4:21pm
By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval honored three Pearl Harbor survivors today on the 70th anniversary of the attack that brought the United States into World War II.
Tahoe tensions over environment explored in news segment
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 12:35pmA new Nevada law could force the state to withdraw from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, the bi-state agency designed to protect Lake Tahoe. Many do not want Nevada to leave the agency, but others say making the threat was important to protect the future of the lake — and it is working. Go here for the story from KRNV and MyNews4.com.
Outdoors with Don Q: Some personal memories from the year 2011
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 2:00am
By Don Quilici
As I look forward to the year of 2012 with high expectations, hopes and dreams, this is a good time to reflect back on some selected personal memories from the rapidly ending year of 2011. Here are my top memories:
Gift idea: Friends of the library membership
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SLTFD getting holiday fire truck ready to roll
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/06/2011 - 9:01amFor times and dates to see the fire truck in your neighborhood, Lake Tahoe News will have them when the department finalizes the schedule. These scheduled dates will be dependent on the weather, and m...
Gift idea: Friends of the library membership
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/06/2011 - 9:01amPublisher's note: Lake Tahoe News is looking for gift ideas that are less than $20. Find out how to make a suggestion. Buy your friends a membership for the Friends of the Library. It not only hel...
SLTFD getting holiday fire truck ready to roll
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Foodie news | Keep your grocery bill in check for the holidays
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/05/2011 - 10:21amTRUCKEE, Calif. - Though it may be the most wonderful time of the year, the holiday grocery bill often ends up looking less than wonderful. With moms, dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents, in-laws and...
Budget gift: Items from Tahoe museum, art league
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Budget gift: Children's books about Lake Tahoe
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Budget gift: Children's books about Lake Tahoe
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Budget gift: Lake Tahoe News T-shirt
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Budget gift: Lake Tahoe News T-shirt
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Poll: Majority of California voters support
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/02/2011 - 6:25pmPosted by admin in News on December 2nd, 2011 | no responses. Publisher's note: Occupy South Lake Tahoe canceled the Dec. 1 event at the Y because of the weather. Organizers will congregate Dec. 8...
Budget gift: Books from Lake Tahoe publisher
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Wind chill makes freezing temps feel even colder
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Budget gift: Books from Lake Tahoe publisher
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Wind chill makes freezing temps feel even colder
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 11:15pmWinds were blowing so hard for most of Thursday that Lake Tahoe looked more like the ocean. That was good news for surfers. For most people, though, it was all about being inside on this freezing day....
Nevada Tax Collections Remain On Track Despite Gaming Volatility
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 5:46pm
By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Despite ongoing volatility in Nevada’s gaming industry, strong consumer buying is helping to keep the state’s tax revenues on an even keel four months into the new two-year budget, state officials say.
Nevada Improves Data Collection To Measure Student Achievement, Still Faces Access Challenges
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 5:33pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Nevada has made significant progress in the collection of the data needed to measure and help improve student achievement, but still has work to do in putting the information to work for parents, educators and policy makers, a national report released today says.
Nevada Prepaid Tuition Program Open Enrollment Period Begins
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 5:27pm
By Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY — The 2012 open enrollment period for Nevada’s Prepaid Tuition Program starts Thursday and runs through Feb. 28, 2012, the state Treasurer’s Office announced today. Since its inception, 14,120 Nevada Prepaid Tuition contracts have been purchased by Nevadans.
Golf course battle heats up with lawsuit, vandalism
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 3:48pm
UPDATED 8:30AM: California State Parks is investigating vandalism that happened over the weekend on Washoe Meadows State Park land near the Lake Tahoe Golf Course. Electronic equipment and river monitoring devices were damaged or destroyed. Two logs were found to have graffiti sprayed on them, saying "Stop Golf" and "Save the Park."
Budget gift: Helping Boys & Girls Club
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Brotherhood Motorcycle Club Turkey Giveaway
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/28/2011 - 8:19pm
Event Date:
November 23, 2011 (All day) The Brotherhood Motorcycle Club wishes to thank local businesses and community members here in South Lake Tahoe and Stateline for their generous donations for our annual fundraiser, HOGG WILD XVI. Because of our community’s generosity, we were able to provide 50 complete Turkey dinners to families in need this Thanksgiving. The giveaway at Sierra Community Church was a huge success thanks to the following individuals, businesses and community members. Thanks to Christine from Lira’s Market for putting the dinner packages together.
Tahoe planning agency to look at Homewood plan; Upper Truckee river plan removed from agenda
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/28/2011 - 5:18pmThe Tahoe Regional Planning Agency will hear plans on the Homewood project on the west shore but has scrapped plans to discuss the Upper Truckee River Restoration project during a two-day meeting of the Governing Board.
According to a news release, the Dec. 14 agenda remains unchanged and includes a proposed adoption of the Final Environmental Impact Review and Environmental Impact Statement for Homewood Mountain Resort. The meetings are on Wednesday, Dec. 14 at Granlibakken, and Thursday, Dec. 15 at the TRPA offices.
Western ski bookings show increase
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/27/2011 - 6:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bookings for the upcoming ski season continue a positive trend upward throughout the western U.S., despite sometimes mixed economic news, according to the most recent rep...
Western ski bookings show increase
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/27/2011 - 6:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bookings for the upcoming ski season continue a positive trend upward throughout the western U.S., despite sometimes mixed economic news, according to the most recent rep...
Nevada Tourism Commission welcomes skiers with new winter campaign
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/25/2011 - 7:52pmAs the Silver State enters what appears to be another record-breaking ski season at Lake Tahoe and the Sierra, the Nevada Commission on Tourism has launched an ad campaign geared at winter enthusiasts in several key markets, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki announced Wednesday.
Americans eat 13 pounds of turkey a year
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Practice sexual assault awareness all year round
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/23/2011 - 10:32amI am a football fan. I watch the NFL and college ball regularly. For those of us that watched any game this past month, it is impossible to miss the top news story - Penn State. Every day the South...
State forcing South Tahoe drug task force to disband
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/23/2011 - 4:23amBy Kathryn Reed
Drug dealers and users may have something to celebrate with the New Year. For everyone else it might not be such good news that the South Lake El Dorado Narcotics Enforcement Team is disbanding.
Nevada Seeks New State Public Schools Chief To Implement Education Reforms
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/22/2011 - 2:40pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Nevada is looking for a new state public schools chief to push forward with education reforms sought by Gov. Brian Sandoval and approved by lawmakers in the 2011 legislative session.
Keith Rheault, Nevada’s superintendent of public instruction since 2004, is retiring in early April and Sandoval wants to have a new schools chief to take over the Department of Education by then.
