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19th annual Snapshot Day to unveil conditions in Lake Tahoe and Truckee River
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/30/2019 - 8:34am
For the past 18 years, volunteers have been monitoring water quality conditions across the Lake Tahoe and Truckee River watersheds, collecting data at a single point in time to better understand the area as a whole. It is a bi-state collaborative that can achieve a larger watershed approach to successful data collection.
On May 17 and 18, 2019, volunteers will once again head out and perform a variety of tests including temperature, pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, algae, and nitrogen.
36th annual dance recitals for Lake Tahoe's Shining Stars
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 9:42pm
For 36 years dancers from the Marcia Sarosik Dance Studio have celebrated the joy and beauty of dance during their annual recitals and starting Sunday, April 28, that tradition continues on the stage of the South Shore Room at Harrah's Tahoe.
The studio's 'Lake Tahoe’s Shining Stars', ages 2 1/2 to "young at heart" adults will dance in the recitals that showcase their talent and hard work.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Tahoe Douglas Rotary Club
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 10:29pm
“Tahoe Douglas Rotary has served our community for over 50 years,” stated Susan Glasson while volunteering at Bread & Broth’s Monday Meal on April 15, 2019. “Rotary’s motto is ‘Service Above Self’ and it is our distinct pleasure to join with Bread & Broth in providing delicious meals and food to all who show up.” For the last several years, the Tahoe Douglas Rotary Club has been sponsoring six Adopt A Day of Nourishments annually.
Neurodiversity class offered by the LTCC Foster and Kinship Care Education program
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 10:18pmEvent Date:
April 27, 2019 - 10:00am
The Foster and Kinship Care Education (FKCE) program at Lake Tahoe Community College is offering a free class at Lake Tahoe Community College on "Neurodiversity: ADHD, Autism Spectrum, Sensory Processing Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Differently Abled vs Special Needs." It will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the college's room B103.
Free South Lake Tahoe training: How does trauma impact healthy development?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 9:45pmEvent Date:
April 25, 2019 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Foster and Kinship Care Education (FKCE) program at Lake Tahoe Community College is holding a free training on Thursday, April 25 to members of the community on "How does trauma impact healthy development?"
Discover the importance of attachment and how to achieve healthy attachment when trauma has occurred.
The training will be held in the Lake Tahoe Community College's Creekside Room from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
South Lake Tahoe to spend almost $3M on new snow removal equipment
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 9:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With about $8 million in unassigned General Fund reserves, the South Lake Tahoe City Council voted last week to spend about $2.5 million for the replacement of four pieces of critical snow removal equipment and the purchase of one new piece of equipment.
The Department of Public Works has thirty-one pieces of heavy equipment assigned to snow removal operations for use on roads, the airport, facilities, parks, and
trails. Some of that equipment can do double duty and work during non-winter months including loaders, pick-up trucks, and tractors.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness: Ending the Silence
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 2:21pm
Event Date:
April 30, 2019 - 5:30pm NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness, including co-occurring addiction.
Find out more on local efforts from the El Dorado County NAMI President Jeanne Nelson on April 30 at 5:30 p.m. in the Creekside Room at Lake Tahoe Community College.
She will provide ideas about how to help yourself, friends or family members that may need support.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College
One College Drive
Creekside Room
United States
See map: Google Maps
Column: Shoreline Plan making progress
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/20/2019 - 5:00am
More than a billion people in nearly 200 countries will come together to celebrate and support environmental protection during Earth Day events this April.
This year’s international Earth Day celebration begins the countdown to Earth Day 2020, the 50th anniversary of the event that helped launch the environmental movement and opened the doors to critical U.S. environmental laws like the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Endangered Species Act.
Spring aging and caregiver series in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/16/2019 - 8:39am
The El Dorado County Family Caregiver program is offering a six-week series of classes designed to provide instruction and support to caregivers who are or are planning to care for a family member or friend age 60 or older.
It started on April 15 but participants can still join and attend any or all of the remaining sessions. This series is offered twice a year.
Child Abuse Prevention Month: Building resilience in our children and ourselves
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 3:03pm
The good news is it can be learned!
Building resilience — the ability to adapt well to adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats and/or significant sources of stress — can help us and our children manage stress, uncertainty, and feelings of anxiety. However, being resilient does not mean that we won't experience difficulty or distress. Emotional pain and sadness are common when we have suffered major trauma or personal loss, or even when we hear of someone else's trauma.
Connect for a Cause charity mixer to benefit Live Violence Free
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 2:45pm
Event Date:
April 25, 2019 - 5:30pm
The next Tahoe Chamber Connect for a Cause charity mixer will be raising funds for Live Violence Free on Thursday, April 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Lake Thoe AlexWorX.
The community invited to join in, have fun and support the essential services Live Violence Free provides for South Lake Tahoe. The non-profit is committed to promoting a violence-free community through education and advocacy to address domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and basic needs.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Heavenly Mountain Resort
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 9:46am
“We love every time we get to come to a Bread & Broth Monday Meal,” commented Zack Koneffko, one of Heavenly Mountain Resort’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment volunteer crew members. “It’s such a great part of our community and we feel honored that we are able to take part in it.” Thanks to Vail’s EpicPromise Grant, Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort alternate hosting a Monday Meal every month.
LTCC receives grant to expand College Promise program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 1:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The free college program at Lake Tahoe Community College, the College Promise, was just awarded a $150,000 grant to enhance and expand the program. They were just one of three community colleges in the state to receive the grant.
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Promise program provides a free year of tuition for first-time, full-time students. With this grant award, LTCC can further enhance the program, adding free services and extra support to improve Promise student success.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 8:35am
As an all-volunteer, non-profit organization, Bread & Broth is extremely grateful for the support we receive from many generous members of our community. From volunteering personal time to making donations, every means of support for B&B’s efforts in easing hunger brings relief to those who are food insecure.
Child Abuse Prevention Month: Strong communities play a roll in preventing abuse
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/08/2019 - 5:32pm
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and offers our community a time to increase awareness of the issues related to child maltreatment, identify strategies to strengthen families and understand how everyone in our community can be an everyday hero for children.
Strong, nurturing communities support families and play a role in preventing child abuse and neglect and promoting child and family well-being. Support can come in the form of helping to watch the kids for a couple of hours,
Kudos: Volunteers the bedrock of Barton Health
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/08/2019 - 12:22pm
During Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 7 – 13, we celebrate those who give their time and energy to improve the lives of others. The benefits of volunteering go beyond lending a helping hand. Studies show volunteers have significant health benefits such as lower blood pressure, decreased likelihood of depression, and an increased sense of purpose and life satisfaction.
Volunteers are the bedrock of Barton Health. More than 55 years ago, our hospital was founded by volunteers, and the spirit of helping to support our community’s health thrives within our organization to this day.
Nevadans protest and testify against Senate Bee Bill in Carson City
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/06/2019 - 11:35am
Carson City was abuzz Thursday evening at the Nevada State Legislature, in which over 100 Nevadan residents gathered to support honeybees, and their ability to be kept by residents.
Senate Bill 389 relates to the ability to keep bees in residential zones in Nevada and has been hotly debated since it was announced on March 20. It was read during a Natural Resources Committee meeting Wednesday.
Residents attended to an extent that legislative staff needed to open an overflow room to provide for those gathered, in which the meeting was televised from down the hall.
Challenge Day at STMS and STHS: "Life-changing"
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 9:58am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In a world where youth are faced with continued bullying on social media and at school, and where they feel disconnected and unsafe, a program continues to be offered to South Lake Tahoe students to change the direction of negative outcomes.
Imagine a school where everyone feels safe, loved and celebrated. Imagine enemies finding common ground and making peace; friends healing past hurts and making amends; people igniting their passion for service and leadership; adults and youth working together to create a school where everyone is included and thrives.
Services planned for Tahoe National Forest's Daniel Laird
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/03/2019 - 9:22pm
The Tahoe National Forest family suffered the tragic loss of one of their own on March 27 when Capt. Daniel Laird was tragically killed in a helicopter crash during a prescribed fire on the Sam Houston National Forest in Texas.
Tragedies of this nature serve as a reminder of the honorable work and sacrifices made by firefighters like Daniel, who daily commit themselves to support and protect communities around the country. Forest official are gathering all of the details of this tragic event and will share them as soon as possible.
Carson Tahoe Care Center brings memory care to Carson City
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/03/2019 - 1:38pmEvent Date:
April 4, 2019 - 4:00pm
Carson Tahoe Care Center, an advanced care center designed to deliver high-quality memory care, skilled nursing and transitional rehabilitation services opening this spring, is now welcoming residents to its memory care community. This center, which is part of Prestige Care Inc., will offer the most comprehensive memory care and skilled nursing services in the region.
Kudos: Drug Store Project appreciates help from the community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 8:28pm
Tahoe is a glorious place. Most of us come here to live in its beauty, but it’s the “community” that keeps so many of us here. It’s that sense of doing good for one another that keeps many of us hopeful about the future. I’m happily involved in different aspects of our community and that part of my life is why I feel so grateful and blessed. Tuesday’s Drug Store Project for our sixth-grade youth was a testament to the compassion and dedication of our agencies, businesses, service clubs, and community members for the good of its people.
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care membership drive helps feed bears and other animals in their care
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 3:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The three cubs who arrived at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care in March are thriving at their new, temporary home.
City unveils monthly newseltter to keep public informed
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 7:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. The City of South Lake Tahoe has launched its new
newsletter - "At Lake Level." The monthly newsletter is written by City Manager Frank Rush and prepared by Communications Manager Chris Fiore in an effort to keep the community well informed about City issues and initiatives.
New Leadership
Tahoe Arts Alliance to hold inaugural awards ceremony
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 9:19pm
Event Date:
April 13, 2019 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Arts Alliance will hold their inaugural Alliance Awards ceremony in the South Tahoe High School TADA Building on Saturday, April 13. The awards will recognize excellence in visual and performing arts as well as recognition of those who have contributed to and supported local art.
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Mingling and light refreshments will be from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and the show begins at 6:00 p.m. This is a formal event and "dress to impress."
16th annual Drug Store Project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 6:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Tuesday, April 2, 325 6th graders from South Tahoe Middle School, Zephyr Cove Elementary School and home-schooled youth, will spend the day at Lake Tahoe Community College going through the 16th annual Drug Store Project.
Since 2004, middle school students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) have gone through the Drug Store Project (DSP), a day-long comprehensive drug prevention program designed to educate youth about the dangers of substance use and abuse.
Tahoe Women's Community Fund announces awardees of $84,000 in grants
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/31/2019 - 8:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Women’s Community Fund has announced their 2019 grant recipients. This year, there were over 27 organizations who applied for the grants, with $84,000 being distributed to 14 non-profit organizations
Focus Grant recipients in the category of Poverty, Housing, or Basic Needs (up to $10,000 each):
• Tahoe Youth & Family Services (Project: Tahoe Youth Transitional Living Program:
Basic Household Essentials)
• Tahoe Magic, Inc. (Project: One Time Family Emergency Housing Help Fund)
DAR Daughters serve lunch to veterans at LTCC
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 3:48pm
Daughters of the American Revolution from Lake Tahoe Chapter, NSDAR, showed their patriotism and community spirit by providing hot lunches during finals week to the veterans who attend Lake Tahoe Community College.
WASC visit at South Tahoe High a success
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 1:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During their mid-cycle review of South Tahoe High School (STHS) the visiting committee from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) provided the school with positive feedback on all they are accomplishing at the school.
"Students and families feel safe on the campus and have multiple opportunities for connectedness to the school," said the committee in their report. "The facility is kept clean and safe from accidents. An SRO (student resource officer), social worker and empathy training has made the campus a friendly place for students and staff."
South Lake Tahoe shelter participating in National Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 12:49pm
National Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week is April 7 through 13, 2019, a time to recognize the many contributions of Animal Services officers, shelter and office staff, and volunteers in El Dorado County.
“Working and volunteering in the animal services field requires a strong passion for helping animals and serving others,” said Henry Brzezinski, Chief of El Dorado County Animal Services. “The work can sometimes be difficult, but we love what we do. We are very grateful for our dedicated staff and volunteers!”
Free “Aging and Caregiver” educational series in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 9:04am
Event Date:
Repeats every week until Mon May 20 2019 .
April 15, 2019 - 1:00pm
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April 22, 2019 - 1:00pm
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April 29, 2019 - 1:00pm
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May 6, 2019 - 1:00pm
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May 13, 2019 - 1:00pm
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May 20, 2019 - 1:00pm The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP) is presenting a free Aging & Caregiver educational series in South Lake Tahoe. The six-week educational series will be held on Mondays beginning April 15, 2019, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel, 4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd in South Lake Tahoe.
The series will provide instruction and support for people who care for, or plan to care for, a family member or friend aged 60 years or older. Series topics include:
Old Meyers Grade Fun Run
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 1:41pm
Event Date:
June 2, 2019 (All day) MEYERS, Calif. — Register now for the fourth annual OMG Fun Run to be
held Sunday, June 2, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Old Meyers Grade in Meyers.
Registration is now open at meyerscommunityfoundation.org through 8:00 p.m. on
June 1. Advanced registration is $15 for adults and $5 for children (12 and
under) and includes a free OMG t-shirt. Kids under 5 attend free. Registration
the day of the event is $20 for adults and $10 for children and will be held
onsite at Old Meyers Grade from 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Location
Old Meyers Grade
Base of Old Meyers Grade off South Upper Truckee
United States
See map: Google Maps
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Heavenly Mountain Safety Team
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 7:52am
Bread & Broth takes tremendous pride in providing a fantastic communal dinner every Monday that everyone in the community is invited to attend. Sharing a full-course, nutritious dinner with other members of our community is a wonderful way to engage in fellowship and share a delicious dinner with others. B&B has been providing meals to the community for almost 30 years and for the past eight years, the Adopt A Day of Nourishment program has provided any member of the community the opportunity to host and serve at their sponsorship dinner.
Drug money allegedly motivated man accused of murdering Gardnerville women, Reno couple
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2019 - 8:20am
A Washoe County detective says alleged murderer Wilber Ernesto Martinez-Guzman told police he robbed and killed his elderly victims during a 10-day rampage in January because he needed money to buy methamphetamine to support his drug addiction, according to the Associated Press.
Wilber Ernesto Martinez-Guzman was arrested on Jan. 19 in connection with the four murders of Gardnerville woman Connie Koontz, 56, Gardnerville woman Sophia Renken, 74, and South Reno Couple Jerry and Sherry David, 81 and 80.
South Lake Tahoe students celebrated during World Down Syndrome Day
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 7:33am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a day of crazy socks, mismatched shoes and untied shoelaces at the Sierra House Elementary campus at Al Tahoe Learning Center Thursday in celebration of World Down Syndrome Day.
Kindergarten teacher Amy Terpening organized #RockYourSocks day in her classroom and held a surprise celebration of her student Dylan Polan who has Down Syndrome. The six-year-old came through a tunnel created by her fellow students and then sat down to be "interviewed" by her teacher. The students displayed paper socks they decorated with fun shapes and colors.
Letter: The Loop Road – A bad kitchen remodel
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2019 - 11:27am
On March 14th, the City of South Lake Tahoe held a public meeting to discuss the already approved plan to re-route Hwy 50 through a bunch of small businesses and a whole neighborhood, around the backside of Harrah’s where half of the existing Loop Road now sits. This plan was concocted by the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) with little input from the community and the near absence of participation by our former City Leaders.
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe holds annual awards luncheon
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/18/2019 - 10:12am
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe recently held their annual awards program that honor women for their volunteer efforts in the community. President Pam Barrett welcomed members, guests and awardees. Mistress of Ceremonies was Ellen Camacho.
Tahoe Homeless Coalition receives grant for year-round mental health services
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/17/2019 - 10:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A donation from Vail Resorts Chief Executive Officer Rob Katz and his wife, Elana Amsterdam is allowing the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) to offer more mental health services to those experiencing homelessness on the South Shore.
In December, the Katz Amsterdam Charitable Trust made more than $2M in contributions to support emotional wellness programs in nearly every mountain resort community in which Vail Resorts operates, including South Lake Tahoe.
Bijou Community School taking steps to become 100% two-way immersion
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 12:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's been twelve years since Bijou Community School in South Lake Tahoe started offering two-way immersion classes where students become bilingual and learn Spanish and English in their daily work.
South Lake Tahoe women celebrated with awards from Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 11:02am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Six women were honored this week by the Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) club for their work in the community.
Ruby Award - An award created in honor of the first Soroptimist Federation President, Ruby Lee Minar. The gemstone ruby is associated with wisdom, importance, vitality, strength, power, and love. This year's recipient is Amy Jackson, someone who is always working for the future of Tahoe's youth in education, sports, and life
Douglas commissioners oppose Nevada gun background check law
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 10:30pm
Douglas County has made it clear to the State of Nevada they won't stand for any legislation that exceeds federal firearm transfer requirements. Their reaction came after Governor Steve Sisolak signed SB 143, a bill that would require background checks on gun sales, on February 15, 2019.
Land at the Y in South Lake Tahoe to be purchased for affordable housing project
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 3:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A vacant one-half acre lot on Emerald Bay Road at the "Y" in South Lake Tahoe will soon become an “affordable by design” housing project and could be the site of tiny houses. At Thursday's California Tahoe Conservancy meeting they announced their intent to sell one of its developable properties to Dinsmore Sierra who will finance and build the project which is across the street from Alpina Cafe.
Letter: Update on Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/13/2019 - 6:27pm
We are Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church. This is a letter to our community to say that we are still here. Yes, there was a fire that damaged our building but not “the church” (our congregation). We are currently meeting for worship at Temple Bat Yam on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Our church continues to thrive, thanks in a large part to the outpouring of love, concern, and support from you, the community of South Lake Tahoe.
We are blessed to be able to continue in our ministries:
Fun and exciting night at Dancing With the Tahoe Stars
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/11/2019 - 4:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was another successful night of Dancing with the Tahoe Stars as contestants tapped, salsa'd, ballroomed and funked their way across the MontBleu stage, all to raise money for the Tahoe Arts Project (TAP).
South Tahoe Little League and Babe Ruth tryouts
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 2:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Play Ball! There is still a few feet on top of the baseball diamonds but its never too early to plan baseball tryouts.
South Tahoe Little League
Player evaluations/tryouts will be held in March and those playing have to choose one of the following dates. Arrive 30- 45 minutes prior to the listed start time to sign in and warm up:
Friday, March 15 (sign-ins will start at 5 p.m. this day) - 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 16 - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 17 - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Inaugural Sierra-at-Tahoe competition teams unGALA
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 6:33pm
Event Date:
April 13, 2019 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The inaugural Sierra competition teams unGALA will be held on Saturday, April 13 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at MontBleu's Blu Nightclub. The public is invited to head over and support winter athletes in their drive to their personal best.
Keeping with the Sierra-at-Tahoe vibe, dress how you want and rock with them to the sounds of Coast Tribe while drinking some beer from Drakes. Smart & Final will be providing free water and soda for the kids.
NAMI hosting free legal seminar to help navigate mental illness treatment and support
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2019 - 9:29am
Event Date:
March 8, 2019 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a free legal seminar on Friday, March 8 to help caregivers and family members of those with mental illness navigate the system to remove barriers and improve access to care for their loved ones in South Lake Tahoe and the surrounding communities.
Truckee Fire sells their airboat to Washoe County Hasty Team for $1
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/02/2019 - 2:24pm
The Truckee Fire Protection District sold their airboat used for in-the-water rescues to the Washoe County Sheriff's Office Hasty Team for just one dollar. This important piece of equipment can be used for missions on shallow bodies of water such as Swan Lake and could also potentially be used to speed response time for ice rescues, particularly in areas where thin ice is an issue.
When the Truckee department acquired a new boat for their uses they transferred ownership to Washoe County who had borrowed the boat in the past for help at the Reno Air Races.
Tahoe Parents Nursery School celebrates 60 years
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 2:22pm
Event Date:
March 30, 2019 - 5:30pm
Some experiences are life changing. They top our grateful list and remain in our memories and hearts forever. Participating in Tahoe Parents Nursery School (TPNS) was one of those experiences for me and for my family.
Soroptimist International celebrates 100 years of global volunteering
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/21/2019 - 3:05pm
There are two Soroptimist International clubs serving South Lake Tahoe and the surrounding community and they recently came together to celebrate 100 years of global volunteering that improves the lives of women and girls.
Letter: Local needed to film "South Shore Women Redefine Beauty"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 10:46pm
Event Date:
February 22, 2019 - 6:00pm
Dear, South Lake Tahoe:
As a young entrepreneur and budding journalist, I am grateful for the support that I have earned from our community, my editors, Lake Tahoe Community College, and the City of South Lake Tahoe government and government officials! It warms my heart to have the values, morals, and message that I am trying to spread be so welcomed.
