south tahoe
TahoeChamber Endorses Seven Candidates for California Elections
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/19/2014 - 6:35am
TahoeChamber has endorsed seven candidates for the upcoming election that best portray the values and abilities necessary to serve the South Shore business community. As directed by the TahoeChamber Board of Directors, the TahoeChamber Candidate Endorsement Committee (TC-CEC) used the pillars of the Chamber’s adopted Tahoe Future A South Shore Community Vision 2020 as the foundational criteria for evaluating candidates. The pillars include Economic Vitality, Quality of Life, Sustainability, Infrastructure and Intellectual Capital.
Metal, cement, dirt and trash filling up South Lake Tahoe's refuse center
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/18/2014 - 10:01pm
It's the sign of a busy construction season in South Lake Tahoe: an overflowing dump. Even though exact numbers aren't yet available, the South Tahoe Refuse (STR) has seen more trash coming through this summer than in years past and crews cannot keep up with all of the extra garbage.
Since the refuse center recycles about 60% of what comes through it's gates, staff is kept busy sorting through the all the garbage and unwanted items that come in.
FBI to inform parents on what they need to know about social media and their children
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/18/2014 - 8:38pm
Event Date:
September 24, 2014 - 6:00pm
Two agents from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) will be in South Lake Tahoe next week to provide parents with information they need to know about social media and their children.
FBI Special Agents Scott Scoffed, Sacramento Cyber Crime Squad and FBI Special Agent Glenn Norling, South Lake Tahoe Resident Agent, will present a one hour presentation that will cover socializing on line, how to correctly use mobile devices, making a computer safe and protecting kid's privacy and how to talk to kids about their use of social media.
Hear from the candidates for South Tahoe Public Utility District Board at public forum
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/17/2014 - 11:24pmEvent Date:
October 9, 2014 - 6:00pm
The South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) is organizing a Board Candidate Forum for Wednesday, October 8th at 6 p.m. in the District Board Room.
The Forum is open to the public and is an opportunity for the community to come and hear statements from each of the five candidates running for a seat in November: Chris Cefalu, Andy Chapman, James Jones, Shane Romsos and Duane Wallace.
Both Chambers to host Measure F forums at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/16/2014 - 9:51pmEvent Date:
September 24, 2014 - 5:30pm
The public and media are welcome to attend two forums this September to get educated about LTCC's bond measure, Measure F, which will be on the ballot November 4.
The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Measure F workshop on Thursday, Sept. 18 @ 5:30 p.m. in the Aspen/Board room at LTCC.
The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce hosts another informational forum on Measure F Wed. Sept. 24, also at 5:30 p.m. in the Aspen/Board room at LTCC.
September Events with Tahoe Regional Young Professionals
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/13/2014 - 9:36pmSeptember is Membership Month, and the Tahoe Regional Young Professionals (TRYP) has a busy month ahead with lots of great events, mixers, and ways to get involved in the community.
Fire Saturday evening on Melba Drive in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/13/2014 - 8:39pm
South Tahoe Now was informed at 9:30 p.m. Saturday that there was a fire burning in a double wide trailer located at 1314 Melba Drive in South Lake Tahoe.
No further details at this moment as firefighters are still on the scene fighting the structure fire, but residents nearby say the fire is out.
Op/Ed: Let’s send a message
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/13/2014 - 5:51pm
Dear voters,
I’m hoping you will send a message by voting for me to work for you on the South Tahoe Public Utility District Board. I’ve been a local 40 years, through droughts, storms, power outages and great sunny powder ski days.
At 21, I opened Happy Steak Restaurant and owned it for 16 years. I was CEO of the California based South Lake Tahoe Chamber for 12 years and I taught Business and Personnel at LTCC. I have a BA in business administration and I’m a graduate of the Institute for Organization Management. I’m a past STPUD Board member.
South Tahoe High reunion this weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 10:30pm
A multi-class reunion for South Tahoe High is being held in South Lake Tahoe this weekend.
The All Class Reunion held a meet and greet on Friday evening at Mo's, followed by a football game at the high school. The Class of 1964 started the reunion celebrations with their 50th Reunion dinner Thursday night at Tep's Villa Roma.
On Saturday, September 13 there is a breakfast followed by a tour of South Tahoe High at 1:30 p.m. Meet at the Student Union.
Dinner and Dance Saturday night back at Mo's Place at the Super 8 Motel. The evening gets under way at 4 p.m.
21st Annual Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 8:26pm
Event Date:
October 13, 2014 (All day)
A $2,500, one week vacation at any Resorts West property in the world. $10,000 for a hole-in-one on all par 3s. 18 holes at Edgewood. Flat screen TV. Closest to the pin awards. Sports memorabilia. Golf trips. Dozens of raffle prizes. Two meals and beverages. Titleist Pro V1 balls. And every dime benefits South Tahoe kids. The 21st annual Boys and Girls Club tournament is October 13 with playing spots as well as sponsorship options now available.
The value exceeds $500, but the fee is just $225 to play with all monies going to help local kids with educational and recreational programs.
Chili Cookoff and Fall Festival held Satuday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 6:48am
The 3rd Annual Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off is at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center Saturday, September 13 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
There will be live entertainment, a cake walk, raffles, vendors and a chili tastings as well as events for the whole family. Admission to the event is free. More information can be found on the website at www.goldenbearevents.com.
Local non-profits will benefit from the event. The South Tahoe Cancer League, Lion's Club, American Legion Post 795, Christmas Cheer and the Lake Tahoe Humane Society are among the recipients.
South Tahoe Boys Soccer have mixed results in Truckee
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/11/2014 - 7:42pm
Event Date:
September 9, 2014 (All day) On Tuesday September 9th, South Tahoe High Schools JV and Varsity team visited Truckee, the defending champion.
The South Tahoe Vikings JV team had a huge win, beating Truckee 5-0 , Nacho Vasquez opened the score with a impressive volley that passed the goalkeeper. Brandon Estrada scored 3 goals to make it 4-0 and a late goal by Luis Munoz wrapped up the scoring for the afternoon.
The Varsity team didn't fare as well as they lost to Truckee, 4-1. The loan goal was scored by Michal Lis early in the game. Lis just moved to South Lake Tahoe from Poland.
Seven South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates vying for votes at forum Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/10/2014 - 11:41pm
The seven candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council were at Wednesday nights Candidate Forum at Lake Tahoe Golf Course. The Tahoe Chamber and Tahoe Daily Tribune hosted the evening which had Rabbi Evon Yakar moderating the questions and answers.
About 100 people showed up to listen to panel who were given questions prepared by the chamber's new political committee as well as those asked by the audience. The questions were asked of different candidates so not everyone was asked the same one.
Agencies and public work together to keep Lake Tahoe beaches clean
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/09/2014 - 8:50pm
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority would like to thank all of our community members, visitors, businesses and agencies who have helped keep our Lake Tahoe beaches clean throughout a busy summer season. Debris on Lake Tahoe’s beaches affects everyone’s enjoyment of the lake, and trash and debris on the beaches and streets can easily find its way to the lake and adversely impact lake clarity, water quality and wildlife.
South Lake Tahoe's drug disposal bin deemed successful
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/08/2014 - 4:59pm
It may be a simple metal box attached to the wall of the South Lake Tahoe Police station, but what it does can change, or even save, lives.
The South Tahoe Drug Free Coalition bought the box and had it installed in July of this year. Since then it has been emptied three times according to Josh Adler of the SLTPD.
"It has been very successful," said Melody Easton, Coalition Coordinator.
South Tahoe loses at Spring Creek, Whittel beats Excel Christian
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/07/2014 - 6:54pm
The Whittell Warriors have started their 2014 season much like they ended 2013, winning. The Varsity football team beat Excel Christian on Saturday by a score of 38-14, bringing their record to 2-0.
Senior Jake Sharp scored two touchdowns and carried the ball 14 times for a gain of 63 yards. Freshman Corey Huber scored once, ran for 109 yards on 13 carries. Huber also ran in an extra point and was on the receiving end of another.
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
South Tahoe High student makes 3rd trip around lake for charity
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/06/2014 - 10:29pm
South Tahoe High Junior Mykala Muskovitz is spending Sunday participating in Tour de Tahoe, the annual bike ride around Lake Tahoe. The 16 year old doesn't just ride, which most of us would find as a big enough accomplishment, she raises money while doing so.
For the third year, Mykala is riding to raise money for a local charity.
In 2011 as an 8th grader, she made the 72 mile ride in 6 hours and raised over $2,000 for Boys and Girls Club and for winter hats and gloves for children at Live Violence Free.
TahoeChamber Sup and Sip
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/04/2014 - 10:27pm
Event Date:
September 18, 2014 - 4:30pm
Send off summer the best way possible – on the lake! Join TahoeChamber for a paddle on Lake Tahoe followed by a Business After Hours Mixer (BAHM!) at South Tahoe Standup Paddle on September 18. The BAHM! begins with a one-hour stand up paddle board session at El Dorado Beach from 4:30 to 5:30 pm followed by appetizers and drinks until 7:30 pm at the South Tahoe Standup Paddle retail location.
Changes on the South Shore: SUP Tahoe and South Shore Bikes have new home
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/04/2014 - 9:55pm
Editor's note: This is a series on all of the change going on in South Lake Tahoe. We'll be updating you with photos and news.
To make room for the new Bev Mo in South Lake Tahoe, SUP Tahoe and South Shore Bikes needed to find a new home. A long abandoned restaurant on Hwy89 was torn down, a new building put up and now the two local businesses have a new home.
City gives support to Lake Tahoe Community College's Measure F
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/02/2014 - 9:11pm
Lake Tahoe Community College gained the support of the South Lake Tahoe City Council today in their pursuit of $55,000,000 in bond funds through Measure F. The Council voted unanimously to adopt the support resolution.
Dr. Kindred Murillo, Superintendent/President of the Lake Tahoe Community College District, was on hand at Tuesday's City Council meeting to provide an explanation of what the bond would mean to the South Shore community and answer any questions the five council members had.
Full day of South Lake Tahoe activities on tap for Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/30/2014 - 10:53pm
Visitors and locals alike will find a variety of activities to enjoy in South Lake Tahoe on Sunday, August 31.
The highlight of the day will be the Annual Labor Day Fireworks show. The show features a simultaneous music broadcast that can be heard on local stations KRLT-FM 93.9 and KOWL - AM 1490. Show begins at 8:30 p.m. The fireworks are visible from all over town.
Enrollment up for South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/29/2014 - 10:46pm
The first week of school in South Lake Tahoe is in the books, and the early numbers show that enrollment is up for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District's seven schools.
Many students had to miss the first day of school since they didn't have their paperwork and immunizations completed, which are both required to attend local schools.
Angie Keil, the Public Information Officer for LTUSD, said that it was a hectic first week of school but so far the enrollment numbers show that there are 3,877 students in school. This is up by 156 from the end of school figures from June.
High school sports kick off their first weekend in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/28/2014 - 8:13pm
Are you ready for some football? Friday Night Lights are underway once again as the South Tahoe High Vikings take on the El Dorado Cougars on August 29. The JV game starts at 4:30 p.m. and Varsity starts at 7 p.m.
Viking Coach Kevin Hennessee has five seniors on his team, 24 juniors and two sophomores.
Both the Boy's and Girl's Cross County teams head to Shadow Mountain Park in Sparks for their meets.
On Saturday, the South Tahoe Girls Soccer teams take to the field. The Vikings host Montgomery in an 11 a.m. JV game and 1 p.m. Varsity match up.
Kudos: Bijou Community School's NEW PLAYGROUND
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/26/2014 - 7:12pm
The Bijou Community Playground represents a community effort and shows what we can do when we all come together and each do a little. "Many hands make for light work" is a true phenomenon here at Bijou School. Since 2007, with the inception of the Two Way Immersion program, and our forced volunteering program, the parents, staff and community members have consistently been spending time, funds, and those blood, sweat and tears we always talk about at this school. The new playground, as well as the field and park behind it, is a tangible representation of the volunteer force here at Bijou.
Truck causes power outage to schools and Bijou area; Resulting fire put out
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/25/2014 - 11:03am
A truck carrying tresses to a new building adjacent to the Beach Retreat & Lodge in South Lake Tahoe hit a power pole, causing a transformer to blow, a small fire and power outages to schools, businesses and homes.
The driver of the truck was lost according to South Tahoe Police, and cut through the Safeway parking lot to try and get to the building through the hotel across the street. As he came out of Safeway onto Johnson Blvd, the truck hit a pole and power lines.
Lake Tahoe Unified students head back to school
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/24/2014 - 9:01pm
It's once again time to hear the ring of the school bell, to see the yellow buses going through the neighborhoods, and hear the happy voices from the school playgrounds.
The summer vacation ends Monday for students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District as walk, ride or drive to their first day of school.
Classes at South Tahoe High School start at 7:55 a.m. and school is out at 2:40 p.m. South Tahoe Middle School starts at 7:45 a.m. and ends at 1:55 p.m.
The four elementary schools have different start and end times:
Bijou, grades K-5 runs from 8:35 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
South Lake Tahoe locals create Bakpocket eco-products
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/21/2014 - 11:08pm
A new business in South Lake Tahoe is the creation of South Lake Tahoe locals Bryan Burnam and Jacob Hanneman, who have taken their passion for the outdoors to start Bakpocket Products.
Since August 8, the company has their newest product, the Adventure Hammock, listed on Kickstarter, which is a global funding platform designed to help small startup companies to promote their projects and products.
New bikeways map released by Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coaltion
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/21/2014 - 9:46pm
Locals and visitors alike enjoy riding bike in Lake Tahoe on a daily basis, and there is now a new tool for cyclists to use: a newly updated bicycle trail map showing all of the trails on the North and South shores.
With the addition of new trails around the basin, the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition (LTBC) found it necessary to update the Lake Tahoe Bikeways Map. The newest stretch of trail from Fallen Leaf Lake to Baldwin Beach didn't make the printing deadline according to Ty Polastri, LTBC Project Director.
American Legion and Gold Star Mom withdraw support from local event
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/20/2014 - 10:18pm
American Legion Post 795 has withdrawn all support and endorsement of the Forever Dreams for Veterans program scheduled at MontBleu on September 6, 2014. Gold Star Mom, Patty Smith, mother of Sgt. Timothy M. Smith who was killed in action, has also rescinded all support. The Rose of Love ride from the Carson City Harley Davidson site to the American Legion in South Lake Tahoe has been cancelled.
South Tahoe High football team's 2014 schedule
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/20/2014 - 12:42pm
The South Tahoe High Viking's varsity football team opens their 2014 season on Friday, August 29.
Here is the schedule. All games start at 7 p.m. and home games are all played at the South Tahoe field located at 1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Friday, Aug 29, 2014
Home against El Dorado High School
Friday, Sep 5, 2014
Away vs. Spring Creek
Friday, Sep 12, 2014
Home against Fernley
Friday, Sep 19, 2014
Home against Churchill County
Friday, Sep 26, 2014
Away vs. Lowry
Friday, Oct 3, 2014
Away vs. Wooster
Friday, Oct 10, 2014
Home against Dayton
First woman to swim across Lake Tahoe at age 16, Erline Christopherson, tells her story tonight at library
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/20/2014 - 11:40am
In 1962, Erline Christopherson was a 16 year old from Lodi, CA who was living her dream of swimming across Lake Tahoe. In 2014, 52 years later, Erline has returned to the site where she set a world record as the first woman to swim across the lake.
She will be sharing her story at the South Lake Tahoe library Wednesday night at 6 p.m. The library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd in South Lake Tahoe.
View the South Shore of Lake Tahoe from six new cameras placed around the area
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/18/2014 - 10:06pm
Ever wonder what the beach or roads look like before you head out for the day? Traveling to South Lake Tahoe and want to see a live shot of what the beautiful area looks like? That is now possible by simply logging on the the Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority website and opening your own portal to Tahoe.
"Six live high definition cameras called were installed at various Tahoe South locations with the intent to inspire and engage ,fans to share breathtaking images with the world," according to the LTVA.
New bike trail from Fallen Leaf Lake to Lake Tahoe opens
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/16/2014 - 9:22pm
There is a new way to enjoy two lakes with just a quick bike ride along the bike trail just completed by the U.S. Forest Service.
The Fallen Leaf Bike Path connects cyclists from the Fallen Leaf Lake Campground to the Pope Baldwin National Recreation Trail. The trail offers riders a safe and exciting alternative.
As reported by South Tahoe Now in April, the new trail also provided installation of bmps, upgrades, reconstruction and relocation of adjacent unauthorized trails.
Nevada Governor accepts ice bucket challenge
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/16/2014 - 7:15amWhat swept through South Lake Tahoe this past winter (as reported on South Tahoe Now) has morphed into an ice bucket challenge, this time as a fundraiser for ALS. KOLO-TV anchor Sarah Johns and Reno City Councilwoman/candidate for Mayor Hillary Schieve challenged Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval who accepted and has now challenged Nevada's two Senators, Harry Reid and Dean Heller.
Election picture clear with all candidates now known
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/15/2014 - 7:28am
With the filing deadline now passed, the list of candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council and City Clerk, South Tahoe Public Utility Board and the Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees is now known. These positions, along with the El Dorado County Supervisor for Area 5 will all be voted by local voters on during the November 4.
Sample the Sierra adds events including Farm to Fork Bus Tour
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 9:16pm
Labor Day Weekend is only a few weeks away there are some ancillary events leading up to August 31's Sample the Sierra that the public can participate in.
Friday, August 29
Pop-Up Dinner
Enjoy a 3-course meal prepared by Chef Stephen Moise of The Ridge Tahoe and experience Elevate Tahoe. A portion of proceeds will be go towards Let It Grow! $75 per person
Saturday, August 30
Farm-to-Fork Bus Tour
LTCC Coyotes prepare for first soccer season
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/12/2014 - 7:45pm
Soccer fever has hit the campus at Lake Tahoe Community College as both the men's and women's intercollegiate teams prepare for the 2014 fall season.
Body of missing hiker in Kauai found; May have Lake Tahoe ties
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/10/2014 - 8:00pm
8/11/14 12:30 p.m. update: Former South Lake Tahoe resident Zoe Walker has been identified as the young woman who lost her life after falling into the Hanakoa Stream while hiking. She grew up in South Lake Tahoe and had worked at Jamba Juice at Stateline. She and her sister Amber had recently moved to Kauai to stay with an aunt.
Her friends and family have been leaving words on social media about what a wonderful, caring and free spirit she was.
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Bijou Community School playground ribbon cutting ceremony
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/10/2014 - 7:20pm
Event Date:
August 22, 2014 - 2:00pm Bijou Community School PTA is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new playground that was built thanks to the generous donations of a multitude of community members, businesses, and foundations. This project has been the epitome of a community effort with over 40 donors helping the school's PTA raise over $100,000.
We wish to thank:
-Bijou Students and Families who raised over $36,000 at last year's walkathon;
-Harrah's/Harveys Lake Tahoe
-Edgewood Co.
-American Century
-Vail Resorts (ECHO)
-Salesforce
-Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation
-June Taylor
Update on the BIjou Area Erosion Control Project
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/08/2014 - 11:20pm
Crews have been working on an underground stormwater system in the Bijou area of South Lake Tahoe. The work is causing both Fairway Drive and Bal Bijou Road to have detours during the week but open and no controls on weekends.
Work is wrapping up with the installation of a box culvert for Bijou Creek and work is now focused on new curbing and inlets. The Bal Bijou storm drain system will be connected at US 50 next week, with curb installation to follow.
We miss Kaleb
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/08/2014 - 3:46pm
Kaleb James Martin Curtzwiler died Aug. 9, 2010. He was 28.
Mr. Curtzwiler was born Jan. 27, 1982, at Barton Memorial Hospital in South Lake Tahoe.
The 2000 South Tahoe High School graduate was an avid soccer player. Although he did not ski competitively, it was a sport he participated in with his family and one that he excelled at.
The day after he graduated from high school he joined the Navy. His father, Kenny Curtzwiler, who was a Captain in the Nevada Army National Guard, swore him in. Mr. Curtzwiler served for five years, rising to the rank of E5.
Former City employee loses wrongful termination lawsuit
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/06/2014 - 10:02pmThe South Lake Tahoe City Council agreed to a settlement agreement on Tuesday with former City employee Stan Sherer who had sued for wrongful termination in 2013. He claimed that his termination was based on age discrimination.
According to documents received by South Tahoe Now, the City was cleared of any wrongdoing and is not required to pay anything to Sherer, including attorney's fee. In turn, the City has agreed to not sue Sherer who served as the Community Services Director for 18 months beginning in January 2011.
Mock emergency drill to simulate C130 plane crash at the Tahoe Valley Airport
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/06/2014 - 8:44pm
Event Date:
August 25, 2014 - 10:00am
A large scale disaster is about to hit South Lake Tahoe. Sirens are blaring, emergency personnel are responding to the airport, screaming people are seriously injured while others cannot be saved, a triage is set up and an incident command center has been set up in the City Council chambers. A large airplane has just crashed with hazardous cargo on board at the Tahoe Valley airport.
Premonition? No. It's a planned emergency drill that will take place on Monday, August 25.
Tahoe Queen gets stuck: 258 passengers transported to safety
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/04/2014 - 7:39pm
What started off as a leisurely 90 minute cruise on the Tahoe Queen turned into quite the adventure for passengers on board Monday afternoon.
The boat was about 30 minutes into its Emerald Bay cruise when it became stuck on a sandbar. At about 3:30 p.m., South Lake Tahoe Fire Department received a call that the Tahoe Queen was stuck off the Regan Beach shore. It is not known at this time why emergency personnel weren't called to the scene until 90 minutes after the Tahoe Queen got stuck.
Helicopter aides in search for man in South Lake Tahoe this evening
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/30/2014 - 9:21pm
A missing man from the Fair Meadows Court area of South Lake Tahoe prompted a search by a CHP helicopter, El Dorado County Sheriff's officers and Search & Rescue Wednesday evening.
The man, a 66 year old from Pleasant Hill, CA, went out for a walk with his Siberian Husky late in the afternoon. When he didn't return to the home he and his brother and sister-in-law were staying at on Fair Meadows Court within an hour, his family became worried.
Man dies after being pulled out of water at Angora Lake
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/24/2014 - 5:48pm
A man was found floating by the cabins at Angora Lakes on Thursday. He was transported to Barton Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
According to El Dorado County Sheriff Sergeant Fleischmann, no other details are known at this time, just that he was male and had passed. What happened, age, name and hometown are unknown.
Fire overnight damages South Lake Tahoe motel
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/24/2014 - 7:45am
10:45 a.m. Update: What remains of the back of the Deerfield Lodge was evident this morning with smoke still coming from the ruined two story section. Six rooms were damaged with the three on the top floor totally destroyed by fire, and the three on the bottom with extensive water damage. Five vehicles were also damaged.
August: Osage County opens at Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/22/2014 - 9:43pm
Valhalla and LTCC are teaming up to present the 2008 Pulitzer and Tony Award winning play August: Osage County at LTCC’s Duke Theater starting Thursday, July 24th.
Permanent Drug Disposal Bin Now Available at SLT Police Department
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/22/2014 - 9:08pm
There is now a permanent drug-disposal bin located in the lobby of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department thanks to the collaboration between the Department and the South Tahoe Drug Free Coalition. This bin is in a secure location for anyone in the community to properly dispose of unused, unwanted or expired prescription drugs.
