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Big fish caught at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/12/2012 - 10:55amBelow is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Dec. 12-18. We want to note a big fish caught by Eric St. Denis of South Lake Tahoe, Calif., pictured above. Eric caught a 28-pound, 9-ounce Mackinaw trout at Lake Tahoe on Dec. 9, at 10:30 a.m. Photos courtesy of Gene St. Denis of Blue Ribbon Charters.
The Lake Tahoe record for Mackinaw Trout is a 37-pound, 6-ounce (44 inches in length) trophy caught by Robert Aronsen, way back in 1974. To date, only a handful of Macks have been caught that have weighed 30 pounds or more.
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas at the Viking Theatre at South Tahoe High School
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 12/09/2012 - 1:28amEvent Date:
December 14, 2012 - 7:00pm
The ultimate Christmastime crowd-pleaser show is taking place at the Viking Theatre at South Tahoe High School’s Tahoe Arts and Design Academy Dec. 14-15 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. It’s the holiday favorite musical production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas performed by the students of South Tahoe High School’s Performing Arts Department.
USASA South Tahoe Series hosts bowling kick off
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/08/2012 - 5:00amThe United States of America Snowboard Association South Tahoe Series is hosting a winter kick off and recruiting party at Tahoe Bowl on Monday from 6-8 p.m. Anyone interested in competing in the s...
U10 All-Stars take it to Carson
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/08/2012 - 5:00amSouth Tahoe's U10 All-Star team turned in a great finish at the recent All-Star Tournament in Carson City. After finishing second in their pool, South Tahoe faced undefeated Truckee in the semif...
Christmas Cheer in need of food, toys; drop boxes available throughout South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/07/2012 - 1:35pmChristmas Cheer is looking for donations of non-perishable food, new toys, or gently used toys. Please drop your donations at one of the following locations:
Decorated South Tahoe fire truck to parade through neighborhoods
Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/07/2012 - 2:00amIndictment: South Tahoe man skiing and collecting workers’ comp benefits
Submitted by admin on Thu, 12/06/2012 - 12:56pmOBITUARY: Gertrude (Gert) Matilda Weibel
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/05/2012 - 5:00amGertrude (Gert) Matilda Weibel, peacefully passed away on November 2, 2012, in South Tahoe at the Barton Skilled Nursing Facility at the age of 86. She was born in Estherville, Iowa in 1926 and ...
Lady Vikings work out preseason kinks
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/05/2012 - 5:00amThe South Tahoe girls basketball team was short-handed for its preseason games last weekend, but still turned in a good performance against two tough Division I schools. The girls were down to eigh...
Dinner-show combo benefits South Tahoe performing arts group
Submitted by admin on Tue, 12/04/2012 - 2:00amTahoe Fund Presents $12,850 Check for Key Segment of Lake Tahoe Bikeway
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 3:43pmThe environmental non-profit Tahoe Fund presented a $12,850 check today to the Tahoe Transportation District for the Rabe Meadow Bike Path, a key segment of the proposed new bike and pedestrian route around Lake Tahoe called the Lake Tahoe Bikeway. The Bikeway will link communities around the lake, improve air quality, and provide a breathtaking recreational amenity for Tahoe residents and visitors.
'Stars Night Out' dinner Dec. 14 to support the arts at South Tahoe High
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 1:25amEvent Date:
December 14, 2012 - 5:00pm
The South Tahoe High School Performing Arts Booster Association will host its 2nd annual special fundraising event ‘Stars Night Out’ on Friday, Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. The fundraiser dinner is $30 per person and will take place at South Tahoe High School.
Participants can purchase their discounted ‘White Christmas’ show ticket for $10 at the theatre where they will be seated in a special section (show ticket not included with dinner fundraiser). Catering by the STHS Culinary Arts and entertainment by the STHS music department.
A Guaranteed 'White Christmas' at South Tahoe Viking Theatre
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 12/02/2012 - 1:39pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE — The ultimate Christmastime crowd-pleaser show will see its final performances at the Viking Theatre at South Tahoe High School’s Tahoe Arts and Design Academy Dec. 14-15 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. It’s the holiday favorite musical production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas performed by the students of South Tahoe High School’s Performing Arts Department.
South Tahoe Ambulance units upgrade cardiac ECG equipment
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/01/2012 - 5:00amAmbulance units that service South Lake Tahoe and Meyers recently upgraded their equipment.By utilizing Bluetooth technology included in their Zoll monitors, their new Blackberry phones provide a B...
Henderson charges against best in west
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/01/2012 - 5:00amSomewhere in the hills of Southern California, Conner Henderson is lining up against the best of the west today. The cross-country runner will represent South Tahoe against about 200 of the best...
Pop Warner claims North West title
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/30/2012 - 5:00amSouth Tahoe Junior Pee Wee Vikings won the Pacific North West title with a 34-26 victory over the San Jose Saints on Saturday.On the Vikings opening drive, the Saints striped the ball inside the...
Middle school hoops hold strong
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/30/2012 - 5:00amThe South Tahoe seventh grade boys basketball team ground out an 18-16 win against Carson Valley at home Thursday. "It was unbelievable," head coach Tim Parsons said. "My little guys came in there ...
Light up South Lake Tahoe Event a Success
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/28/2012 - 8:14amThe First “Light up South Lake Tahoe” event took place over Thanksgiving weekend with multiple businesses along Highway 50 participating by decorating their store fronts and turning on their lights as the South Lake Tahoe Fire Departments fire truck and Streets Department snow plow led the procession from Stateline to the “Y.”
“We are very pleased with the turnout of tonight’s event with at least 150 people coming out to watch the tree lighting and we look forward to next year’s event being even bigger and better,” said Mayor Pro Tem Tom Davis.
South Shore volleyball awarded for strong season
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/28/2012 - 5:00amThe Vikings and Warriors staked their spot among the best. Both South Tahoe and Whittell high school volleyball players were nominated to All-League for their standout season performances. South...
All-League loaded with Vikings
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/23/2012 - 5:00amOne glance at the All-League football roster is all it takes to realize just how good the Vikings football team was this season. For nearly a decade, South Tahoe was lucky to see one, maybe two ...
Outdoors with Don Q: Sigh, so-called 'Man's Favorite Sport' belongs to Elaine
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/22/2012 - 10:34amLast Thursday, Elaine and I spent an enjoyable morning (as usual) fishing for Mackinaw (Lake) Trout at Lake Tahoe with our longtime friend and sport fishing guide, Gene St. Denis of Blue Ribbon Charters at South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
"Gino" has fished Tahoe for some 30 years and is one of the top, if not the top, fishing guides at that lake.
Sigh, and as usual on that day, Man's Favorite Sport belonged to Elaine for the fourth straight year!
Don Q's weekly fishing report for week of Nov. 21-27
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/21/2012 - 10:50amHere is the fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Southern Oregon and the Sierra for the week of Nov. 21 through Nov. 27.
Norberg, Kaufer capture top volleyball honors
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/21/2012 - 5:00amMt. Rose All-League Division I-A Volleyball MVP: Mackenzie Redner (Truckee)First teamMiddle Blocker: Drew Norberg (South Tahoe), Krystal Parker (Sparks)Opposite Hitter: Chelsea Hohn (Truckee)Out...
Booster Club selects South Tahoe standouts
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/21/2012 - 5:00amThe South Tahoe Vikings Booster Club recognized Heather Dominguez, Ross Kovac, Chad Kaassamani, Grace Bronken and Francesca Franco for their achievements on the athletic field this fall. Dominqu...
Lake Tahoe Young Professionals make Basecamp Hotel the home base for December mixer
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/19/2012 - 5:54pmEvent Date:
December 12, 2012 - 7:00pm
The Tahoe Regional Young Professionals will roast s’mores by the fire and sample fondue, soups and hearty treats at Basecamp Hotel’s recently opened bar, Dec. 12 from 7 – 10 p.m.
South Tahoe All-League football
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/19/2012 - 11:18amOffensive Player of the Year: Quarterback John CefaluFirst teamWR: Kyante WilsonTE: Cale BackingerSecond teamWR: Kyle MorenoOL: Jason RogersCB: Kris DigrandeHonorable mentionRB: Dylan GardnerWR:...
Tahoe Chamber celebrates 2012 Blue Ribbon winners at awards ceremony
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/16/2012 - 10:28amUPDATED: The 5th annual Tahoe Chamber Blue Ribbons Awards were held Thursday night, recognizing businesses, individual and organizations for their outstanding service and contribution to the South Shore Lake Tahoe community. The awards presentation recognized all businesses nominated and announce the winners of the eight separate categories.
The winners, finalists and honorable mentions are listed in the attachment below the story:
Rebuilding a winning legacy
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/16/2012 - 5:00amThree years ago, South Tahoe volleyball wasn't even on the map. The Vikings hadn't won the state championships or made playoffs since 1990. The golden years were a thing of the past, and wins we...
Mighty Mites snag Snow Bowl victory
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/16/2012 - 5:00amAfter a season of hard work and a week of practicing in the snow, the The South Tahoe Mighty Mites were prepared to give their best at the Snow Bowl.The boys did not disappoint. The Mighty Mites...
South Lake Tahoe Ambulance Units Upgrade Their Cardiac ECG Equipment
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 5:02amThe ambulance units servicing the City of South Lake Tahoe and Meyers community have integrated electronic equipment to contribute to the best possible patient care decisions for heart attack patients. By utilizing Bluetooth technology included in their Zoll monitors, their new Blackberry phones provide a Bluetooth signal to send the EKG heart readings immediately to the ER physician (securely encrypted) via email, fax & weblink.
Kudos & Kindness: Community support made pumpkin run a great event
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 5:00amSouth Tahoe Middle School would like to thank some very special members of our community for making this year's pumpkin run a success. As always, our official starter, Austin Angell, added enthu...
'White Christmas' guaranteed at South Tahoe High School Viking Theatre
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 4:59amEvent Date:
December 7, 2012 - 7:00pm
The ultimate Christmastime crowd-pleaser show is taking place at the Viking Theatre at South Tahoe High School’s Tahoe Arts and Design Academy this December 7, 8, 14 and 15 at 7pm and December 9 and 16 at 2pm. It’s the holiday favorite musical production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas performed by the students of South Tahoe High School’s Performing Arts Department.
South Tahoe soccer closes season in semifinals
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/14/2012 - 5:00amThe Vikings didn't hang onto their state championship title this year, but regional champs is nothing to hang their head about.The defending state champions limped into state finals without four ke...
Annual See's Candy Sale Benefit South Tahoe Cancer League
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 11/10/2012 - 10:53amEvent Date:
December 24, 2012 - 10:00am
The South Tahoe Cancer League Annual See's Candy Sale is now underway.
This year, we will be at the shopping center at the Y, next to Starbuck's, open from 10 am to 5:30 pm daily.
All proceeds go to help support our local cancer patients who need rides to treatment, and other help generally not covered on any insurance.
Schedule breakdown of state finals
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/09/2012 - 5:00amHigh school state finals are underway all across Nevada and the South Shore schools are in the thick of the competition.No. 1 seeded South Tahoe girls soccer will play No. 2 seeded Pahrump Valley i...
Pop Warner to hold fundraiser
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/09/2012 - 5:00amSouth Tahoe Pop Warner will host a spaghetti feed fundraiser at St. Theresa's from 5:30-8 p.m. today in support of the Jr. PeeWee football and cheerleader teams. The boys are headed to their champi...
American Century delivers $64,500 to Lake Tahoe South nonprofit organizations
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 3:53pmThe 2012 American Century Championship continues to benefit Tahoe South as the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority distributed $64,500 to 23 non-profit groups through funds raised during the annual celebrity golf tournament.
STHS seniors speak out about AVID system
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/07/2012 - 5:00amSouth Tahoe High School senior Amber Chivington would often ditch school her freshman year. Her counselor told her she was a good student, but she needed to get on the right track. So she joined...
Mighty Mites advance to Snow Bowl
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/07/2012 - 5:00amThe South Tahoe Mighty Mites are heading to the Snow Bowl. The boys earned their way into the Snow Bowl with a resounding 41-18 victory over the Reno Wolf Pack Blue last weekend. "Again our Mighty ...
Pee Wee makes championship game
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/07/2012 - 5:00amThe South Tahoe Viking Jr. Pee Wee advanced to the Sagebrush League Championship Game with a 40-34 win against the Reno Wolf Pack in Sparks on Saturday. The Vikings were led on offense by Tyler Wat...
Cole returns, Conner joins South Tahoe City Council
Submitted by admin on Tue, 11/06/2012 - 9:09pm
In line with the early absentee counts, South Lake Tahoe voters tapped community jack-of-all-trades JoAnn Conner and incumbent Hal Cole to lead the town over the next four years. With all precincts reporting by 12:40am, Cole received 26 percent of the vote with 1980 ballots cast. Conner seized the second seat with 1928 votes at 25.3 percent.
South Tahoe soccer takes regional championship
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/06/2012 - 5:00amBy MARTIN HARRISFree Press Sports EditorELKO - Five minutes was all that separated the Elko girls soccer team from a regional championship.However, South Tahoe used the final few minutes to tie ...
South Tahoe soccer boys playoff run ends
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/03/2012 - 9:40amELKO, Nev. - Many great games dot the history between the Sparks and South Tahoeboys soccer teams.Friday's wasn't one of them.In the battle between the last two state champions, the defending st...
South Tahoe soccer girls advance to finals and state
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/03/2012 - 9:36amELKO, Nev. - Eventually something had to give between the South Tahoe and Truckeegirls soccer teams this season.That something was one simple mistake on a single play in more than 80minutes of s...
Grant money available to help replace shake roofs in South Tahoe
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/02/2012 - 7:30pmSoccer cements semifinal trip
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/02/2012 - 5:00amDifferent opponents. Same results.The South Tahoe soccer teams faced different schools in regional quarterfinals, but both pulled out the win Wednesday. The girls led the way with a commanding 8...
Feds drop pot charge against South Tahoe man
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 4:44pmFederal prosecutors have dropped a marijuana distribution charge against a South Lake Tahoe man who landed a small airplane in Nebraska carrying 175 pounds of marijuana earlier this year.
On Oct. 9, a federal judge granted prosecutors' request to dismiss the distribution charge against 29-year-old Justin Woodcock.