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Suspects sought for attempted robberies in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 10:30pmTwo suspects are being sought by the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) for three attempted robberies in Cameron Park and Placerville October 9-10.
The first attempt occurred on October 9 at the CVS store on Palmer Drive in Cameron Park. At about 7:00 p.m., two male suspects entered the store and attempted to rob the pharmacy. They jumped the pharmacy counter and demanded narcotics. When they were not given the medication, the two suspects fled the store.
Unveiling of Spirit of Competition in South Lake Tahoe postponed
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 9:01pmThe anticipated unveiling of the Spirit of Competition bronze sculpture at Champions Plaza in South Lake Tahoe has been postponed.
Originally scheduled for September 29, the date have been moved out a few weeks to an unknown date.
Fires around his Montana studio put sculptor Gareth Curtiss behind schedule on the 11 foot creation which represents male and female athletes reaching for the ultimate prize, a golden ring.
LTCC vision: To be California's premier destination community college
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 10:40pmAs the world changes around South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is evolving to meet the new demands of education and the student body. As there is a decline in community college enrollment across the country, LTCC is being creative in recruitment of students to the campus and investing in not only the environment, but in removing barriers many have in getting a secondary education.
That was the message during Lake Tahoe Community College President Jeff DeFranco's first State of the College Address on Thursday.
Meyers Area Plan ready for community input
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2017 - 11:43pmThe Final Draft of the Meyers Area Plan was released today along with the associated joint environmental document. This draft updates 20-year old policies to streamline permitting for small projects, improves consistency between El Dorado County and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) policies and standards, promotes recreation and bicycle/pedestrian improvements, establishes zoning to better reflect current conditions, conserves land around the Upper Truckee River, formalizes a local citizens advisory council, and integrates design standards and guidelines.
Postponed: Olympic athletes coming to South Lake Tahoe for unveiling of Champions Plaza
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/30/2017 - 3:49pmThe unveiling of the anticipated Spirit of Competition bronze sculpture at Champions Plaza in South Lake Tahoe will take place on Friday, September 29 at 2:00 p.m.
The 2017 inductees include; Elena Hight, Glen Plake, Hannah Teter, Jamie Anderson, Jonna Mendes, Kyle Smaine, Maddie Bowman, Shaun Palmer, Travis Cabral and Travis Ramos. They have all been invited to the event.
LTCC opens week-long Spanish Institute in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/28/2017 - 5:32pmEvent Date:
July 31, 2017 - 7:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) opens up their annual Intensive Spanish Summer Institute (ISSI) on Monday, July 31, a special guest will be there as part of the opening ceremony.
Selene Barceló, Consul for Community Affairs at the Consulate General of Mexico in Sacramento, will speak at several of the institute's activities starting at 7:45 a.m. with the opening session at the plaza outside the campus's Roberta Mason Library.
At 9:00 a.m. she moves to the Duke Theatre where she'll make a presentation in Spanish and then in English at 10:00 a.m.
Owners of Zephyr Cove company sentenced for fraudulent exchange visitor program
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 2:39pmPerspective employees coming to the Unitied States on a J-1 Visa were taken advantage of by a company run by Zephyr Cove, Nevada resident David Marzano, his wife Linda Blair and adult daughter Janece Burke.
Ground breaking at $5.8M Lisa Maloff University Center in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 5:08pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Work officially began on the Lisa Maloff University Center at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Wednesday after ground was broken during a ceremony on the South Lake Tahoe campus.
Longtime South Lake Tahoe philanthropist Lisa Maloff donated $5.8 million to build the center which will become the home for current and future bachelor degree programs on the community college campus. The donation
Renovations at The Crossing at Tahoe Valley completed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 4:29pmSouth Lake Tahoe, Calif. - Renovations on the former Factory Stores at the Y are now complete, unveiling a brand new shopping destination and contemporary lifestyle center in the heart of South Lake Tahoe named The Crossing at Tahoe Valley.
SLT Champion's Plaza scuplture on schedule for July unveiling
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/27/2017 - 10:11pmSculptor Gareth Curtiss has been busy in his Montana studio, working on the centerpiece of South Lake Tahoe's Champion Plaza at Lakeview Commons.
Curtiss creates each of the three figures separately in clay, and they'll soon be combined with the flames and ring and set to be bronzed.
Gourmet ice cream sandwich shop, The Baked Bear, opening in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/18/2017 - 12:15pmNamed one of the trendiest restaurants to try by Business Insider, The Baked Bear is opening their third location in the Reno-Tahoe area in March.
What is the Baked Bear you ask?
Started by two friends in San Diego, The Baked Bear, which provides custom ice cream sandwiches, is quickly moving into cities in Arizona, Oklahoma, Texas, Nevada, Utah, as well as other locations in California including Petco Park, home of the Padres.
And now they'll be in South Lake Tahoe.
David J. Kelly 1943-2017
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/02/2017 - 2:49pmLong time advocate for the disabled community in South Lake Tahoe, David Joseph Kelly, passed away in his sleep on January 31, 2017.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Sass: City Council, the TWC, VHR's and more
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/02/2017 - 1:14pmSouth Lake Tahoe, Calif. - I could not be more honored and excited to represent this community as your Mayor. Having served on City Council for two years, I have learned that there are deeply passionate and extremely knowledgeable citizens and fellow council members who care immensely about our community and the decisions made by our City.
Austin Sass new South Lake Tahoe Mayor
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/13/2016 - 7:55pmAt the beginning of Tuesday's South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting, Austin Sass was voted in as mayor, Wendy David as vice mayor and new Councilmembers Jason Collin and Brooke Laine were sworn in.
It was an unanimous vote for Sass, but with three Councilmembers interested in being vice-mayor, the vote for that position was a much closer 3-2. Both Brooke Laine and Tom Davis also expressed a desire to serve under Sass. Collin was the only one not interested in either position, citing his being "the new kid on the block" and wanted to learn the job he was elected for first.
Hop on board the Polar Express holiday excursion
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/26/2016 - 9:53pmCatch the annual holiday treat, a ride aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ from Carson City to "the North Pole."
Even though all VIP tickets are sold out, there are a few regularly priced coach tickets available for the magical train ride that runs through December 23. There is even a special 25 percent off day on Sunday, November 27.
The train ride has completely sold out for five consecutive years.
Use the promo code “FLASH” for rides Nov. 27. With this special promotion coach tickets are $34.50 for adults and $27 for children.
American Century Golf hands out over $50,000 to local nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/10/2016 - 10:12pmIt's been four months since the 27th annual celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe, but area nonprofits continue to reap financial rewards from the tournament sponsor, American Century.
Happy birthday Nevada: How, when and where to celebrate Nevada Day 2016 events
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/28/2016 - 8:11pmNevada is one of the few states that celebrate its Admission Day, and boy do we throw a party. A parade, competitions of strength and facial hair, hot air balloons, bloody marys, a carnival, pow wow, and free chili are just a few of the festivities awaiting the capital city on Saturday.
The party begins Friday this year with a ribbon cutting celebration of the 'new' downtown. The Nevada State Museum hits its 75th Anniversary this year and will have a day full of fun and surprises. Keep reading to see where you need to take advantage of all the best this holiday weekend has to offer.
Editorial: Hand over heart, flags down at dusk and in bad weather
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 1:53pmWe've all seen the recent NFL player's protest over the treatment of blacks by not standing during the playing of the National Anthem at games. While I don’t agree with their method, it made me think about the way people respect the flag in general.
When growing up I always heard "Don't let the flag touch the ground," "The flag is only outside during daylight hours and not during rain or bad weather," and, as a Girl Scout, I learned how to fold the flag in the correct manner and learned the flag had to be burned if it was mistreated.
Lake Tahoe Olympians to be honored at Gold Medal Gala
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/29/2016 - 5:44pmIts been 50 years since the first gold medal in skiing and snowboarding was won by an American. Since Gretchen Fraser’s historic slalom gold at St. Moritz in 1948, 31 athletes from the U.S. have brought home 35 gold medals.
In the 2014 Olympics in Sochi, Russia, Maddie Bowman and Jamie Anderson from South Lake Tahoe each won gold, Bowman in women’s halfpipe skiing and Anderson in women’s slopestyle snowboarding.
Torino, Italy's 2006 Olympics saw South Lake Tahoe Olympian Hannah Teter win gold
Artist unveils plans for Champions Plaza at Lakeview Commons
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/23/2016 - 6:59amSculptor Gareth Curtiss, the artist chosen to create the bronze statue in South Lake Tahoe's Champions Plaza, unveiled the design during Tuesday'st City Council meeting.
The five to ten foot sculpture represents a flame with three men coming out of it to reach the golden ring, much like children reaching for the brass ring on a historic merry-go-round.
The ring at the top, about 18" in size, will be the top of the 1,500 pound bronze creation that Curtiss will create in his studios in Montana.
Housing in South Lake Tahoe: Is it affordable?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/16/2016 - 10:48pmMany conversations around South Lake Tahoe center around affordable housing, but the community isn't alone in this topic.
Mountain Resort Television: New addition to Carson City celebrated
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/31/2016 - 11:25pmKyle Horvath updates us on the progress of the Bob McFadden Plaza and Mountain Resort Television talks to local business owners and the City's Engineer about the July 30 Grand Opening festivities.
Free Farmer's Market in South Lake Tahoe for those in need; Volunteers needed
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/23/2016 - 7:59pmThe mobile food pantry from El Dorado County Food Bank will be in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday, July 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the American Legion parking lot. For over 15 years the non-profit has brought food to the South Shore. Besides the food bags from local residents in need, the food bank also delivers to several non-profits in town including Senior Plaza and Bread and Broth.
During the summer and fall, extra fresh produce is added to the distributions.
Reno police officer shoots man driving van towards pedestian filled street
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/03/2016 - 5:27pmA driver of a minivan that was headed to a closed Reno Street full of pedestrians on Saturday was shot and killed by a police officer on foot.
The incident began at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 3 when a Reno Police Department Motor Unit attempted to make a traffic stop on a silver minivan in the area on Kuenzli Street and E. 2nd Street. The minivan failed to yield, proceeding west toward downtown Reno.
South Lake Tahoe Police Department to honor staff and volunteers
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/22/2016 - 7:07pmEvent Date:
May 26, 2016 - 3:00pm
In conjunction with Memorial Day and the National Peace Officer’s Memorial Week, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department will hold its annual award ceremony on Thursday, May 26th, at 3:00 p.m. in the department's plaza at 1352 Johnson Blvd.
The public and City family are invited to attend.
The employees and volunteers receiving recognition at this year’s award ceremony are as follows:
Jill and Gerry Carter – Citizen Award of Merit
ESO Dan Brown – Distinguished Service
Lead ESO Amy Poole – Distinguished Service
Dispatcher Melissa Dube– Distinguished service
The Crossing in South Lake Tahoe starts renovations
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/14/2016 - 5:06pm"The Factory Stores at the Y" are being transformed into "The Crossing at Tahoe Valley," with demolition crews on site dismantling parts of the building to accommodate a new design as they prepare for new tenants.
Dual on Dynamite bump contest at Sierra on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/08/2016 - 7:48pmEvent Date:
April 9, 2016 (All day)
Lake Tahoe Ski Bum is hosting "Dual on Dynamite" at Sierra-at-Tahoe on Saturday, April 8. This is a dual format bump race that includes professional judges, discounted lift tickets and awards. All proceeds go to support the Sierra Avalanche Dogs.
Olympian and South Lake Tahoe Police Sgt. Travis Cabral will be once of the judges and celebrities at the event along with Robbie Huntoon, Warren Miller ski sensation and stunt skier in the movie Hot Dog, Daffy Don Ramirez, Murky Mark Watters, Flying Pineapple George Blackbern, U. S. Freestyle Team Judges, Coaches and former mogul competitors.
Mountain Resort Television daily segment
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/06/2016 - 6:47pmMountain Resort Television reporter Nicole Marsel talks to Coach Finnegan from Elevation Elite travel basketball on how they are looking for more players, Tracy Franklin talks about how the City of South Lake Tahoe is looking for someone to make a bid to create a bronze sculpture for the Champions Plaza, and Meg Ragonese from NDOT fills us in on what will be covered at the Cave Rock Project meeting this Thursday night, which is open to the public.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/02/2016 - 6:40amThe following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, April 2, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe, brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high today of 60 and a low tonight of
34. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 34. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/27/2016 - 6:55amThe following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, March 27, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe, brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Lake Wind Advisory from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sunday.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high today of 53 and a low tonight of
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/26/2016 - 6:37amThe following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, March 26, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe, brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high today of 54 and a low tonight of
32. Today: Sunny, with a high near 54. East wind around 5 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 32. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Easter Egg hunts Friday, Saturday and Sunday in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/21/2016 - 2:03pmEvent Date:
March 26, 2016 (All day)
"Egg"citing week ahead for the younger residents, with Easter Egg hunts schedule around the South Shore.
The Tahoe Douglas Firefighter's Association will host their annual Tot Egg Hunt at Kahle Community Center on Friday, March 25 at 11:00 a.m. for kids ages 0 to 6. The Easter Bunny will be hiding eggs outside and the kids can climb on fire trucks during the event. Inside there will be a bounce house, indoor playground and refreshments. Bring a basket to collect eggs and a camera. Gym is open until 1:00 p.m.
First $19 million from Measure F being spent at Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/04/2016 - 9:20pmSouth Lake Tahoe, CA— With the support of South Lake Tahoe’s voters, Lake Tahoe Community College successfully passed a $55 million bond measure in November 2014. Called Measure F, the bond will make it possible for the college to upgrade and modernize its technology, make necessary repairs to aging facilities and systems, and improve educational programs and students’ learning environment. The first set of bonds was sold¬ in July 2015 for $19 million, or 35% of the $55 million voters approved.
"Manly man's" barbershop opens up in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/18/2016 - 8:00pmThe barbershop is making a comeback, something the clients at Beau's Barbershop in South Lake Tahoe are happy about.
"Barbering is a lost art," said Beau Baker, the shop's owner. "But, barbers are making a comeback."
"I just got the best haircut of my life from a new barber in town," said South Tahoe High Athletic Director Tony Sunzeri. "It's an old school barbershop with new school flavor."
Gold Medalist Maddie Bowman at Subaru event at Sierra-at-Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/03/2016 - 6:12pmEvent Date:
January 9, 2016 - 9:00am
South Lake Tahoe's Maddie Bowman, Olympic Gold Medalist in the Ski Halfpipe, will be at Sierra-at-Tahoe on Saturday, January 9, 2016 for the Subaru Conquer Winter Day.
There will be giveaways during the special event, including a chance to have lunch and ski with Maddie. She will be giving autographs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Subaru tent.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/31/2015 - 7:48amThe following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday, December 31, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 27 and a low of 9. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 27. East wind around 10 mph. Tonight: A 20 percent chance of light snow. Partly cloudy, with a low around 9. East wind around 10 mph.
Opinion: Progress continuing at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/23/2015 - 7:42pmPeople at Lake Tahoe are working together like never before to restore our environment, revitalize our economy, and improve our communities. We saw significant progress all around the lake this year. And our progress is sustainable with continued partnership and collaboration, so critical to tackle the many challenges and important decisions on our horizon.
American Century donates $55,500 to Lake Tahoe non-profits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/12/2015 - 10:56pmThirty South Lake Tahoe non-profits were given a share of $55,600 on Thursday, bringing the total the American Century Golf Championships have donated to the community this year to $107,100.
Al Roker stopping in Lake Tahoe during annual Rokerthon: Visits all 50 states in one week
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/07/2015 - 11:58pmGet ready for Rokerthon 2! TODAY's weatherman-and-more Al Roker plans to take America by storm.
At the inaugural Rokerthon last year, Al set a Guinness World Records title by delivering the weather live for 34 hours straight. This time, he's going for another record.
Al plans to set the fastest time ever for reporting the weather from all 50 states — going coast-to-coast and everywhere else in just one week. And it's all for a good cause, too.
Music and food to reward participants in 9th Annual Keep Sierra Clean Day
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 1:02pmEvent Date:
October 11, 2015 - 10:00am
The whole community is invited to help clean up Sierra-at-Tahoe during the 9th Annual Keep Sierra Clean Day on Sunday, October 11, 2015. Ride up the Nob Hill chairlift, sweep the mountain of trash and enjoy live music and free lunch on the Solstice Plaza.
In past years, thousands of pounds of trash has been cleared from the summer slopes, brought in by loyal passholders and employees along with community groups and organizations such as the Sierra Education Foundation, local Boy Scouts and West Slope high school ski and snowboard teams.
Full plate of South Lake Tahoe Labor Day weekend activities
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/04/2015 - 7:29amA busy Labor Day weekend starts Friday, with a plethora of activities for locals and visitors alike. There are fireworks, music, car shows, runs, boat races, a farm-fork festival and much more to enjoy.
Heavenly Village Days on Labor Day Car Show goes through the weekend with a sidewalk sale, trophies, and a poker run. It costs $40 to show your cars, trucks and motorcycles. Brought to you by Good Samaritans Safe Ride. September 4 - 7, 2015.
Policies on Champions Plaza and funding non-profits created
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/01/2015 - 8:49pmResidents go to the City for a number of requests, and in order to make sure procedures are followed on those requests, new policies were created Tuesday during the South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting.
A Champions Plaza Recognition Policy was created in order to know how to handle the expected requests for names to be placed at the new venue at the corner of Highway 50 and Lakeview Avenue. The sculpture was selected earlier this summer.
Johnny Mathis revisits UNR and his Nevada track-and-field record
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/22/2015 - 8:09pmBefore his gold and platinum selling albums, his 2003 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and his induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame, Johnny Mathis held the high jump record for the University of Nevada, Reno’s Mackay Stadium. The famed singer and entertainer returned to campus Saturday, Aug. 22, to reminisce about his record 6’ 5 1/2” jump set in 1956.
Carson City residents bring flowers, pay respect to fallen deputy
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/15/2015 - 8:31pmThe capital city community has extended an outpouring of support for a Carson City Sheriff's Office deputy who was shot and killed early Saturday morning responding to a domestic violence call at an east Carson City home.
Candlelight tribute for Michael "Mikey" Hallenbeck
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/13/2015 - 7:43pm"How wonderful you are making us feel," were words shared by fallen firefighter Mikey Hallenbeck's dad Kirby during the candlelight vigil held in his honor on Wednesday evening at Sierra-at-Tahoe. "A reflection of your love for him is reflected back to us."
Approximately 350 people gathered on the Plaza at the ski resort where the younger Hallenbeck worked for two seasons.
Candlelight vigil at Sierra-at-Tahoe for fallen firefighter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/10/2015 - 7:03pmSierra-at-Tahoe will hold a candlelight vigil for Michael Hallenbeck on Wednesday, August 12 at 7 p.m. The 21-year old U.S. Forest Service firefighter lost his life on Saturday while fighting a lighting-caused fire south of Echo Summit.
Hallenbeck, known by friends and family as Mikey, was a Sierra-at-Tahoe employee for the past two seasons and a local firefighter for the U.S Forest Service.
“His flame burned bright,” friends speak of Hallenbeck. “Thank you for your
brave, courageous soul.” Hallenbeck is considered a local hero who could “make
David Foster chosen to create art sculpture for Champion's Plaza
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/08/2015 - 9:51pmIn a quest to create a signature presence for Champion's Plaza, which is on the corner of Lakeview Avenue and Highway 50, the South Lake Tahoe City Council Tuesday awarded a local artist and LTCC professor with the task.
The plaza is meant to honor all athletes from the South Shore who represent the community on the international sports scene, such as the Olympics. It will contain Foster's creation as well as podiums with the lake as a backdrop, the perfect place for photo opportunities.
Over 20,000 pounds of food distributed at Food Bank event in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/28/2015 - 6:18pmThe El Dorado County Food Bank was in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday, delivering both food from their mobile pantry and fresh produce from California Emergency Food Link.
A line of people had formed at the American Legion prior to their opening at 10 p.m. Volunteers from St Theresa’s Bread and Broth came out to help and, for the first time, U-Turn 4 Christ from Pollock Pines joined the collective outreach as volunteers to help others.
Who Stole Winter? How to adapt to a devastating drought in the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/16/2015 - 11:05pm"You have to adapt to changes in life or you won't survive," John Rice told a crowd at Wednesday's 'Tahoe Talks' held at LTCC.
"Change is happening, clearly we're in a drought, whether it's here for short term, or long term, time will tell," said Rice, the VP and General Manager of Sierra-at-Tahoe. "The ski industry has the most to lose in a drought."
Proposals sought for public art display at South Lake Tahoe's Champions Plaza
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/13/2015 - 5:39pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe has completed the groundwork for Champions Plaza and now they're looking for an artist(s) to create an original art piece and/or flag designs to be permanently displayed at the the plaza located on the corner o Highway 50 and Lakeview Avenue, across from Lakeview Commons.