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Blizzard Warning now in effect as Atmospheric River brings feet of snow to the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 9:53am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The warnings have been coming for over a week, and now the day weather experts have been warning us about is here. For snow that has been measured in inches so far this winter, a big change hits Lake Tahoe and the Sierra starting Tuesday night when it will be measured in feet.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has now upgraded the storm warnings to blizzard level.
Reminder to keep up on pet's vaccines after rabid skunks found in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/25/2021 - 9:25pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The identification of three rabid skunks on the West Slope has prompted the El Dorado County Animal Services to remind pet owners to keep up on their animal's rabies vaccines.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 11:07am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/01/17/2021/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
1/17
Record number of Bald Eagles found at Lake Tahoe during annual count
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 4:32pm
NCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — A record number of Bald Eagles were counted at Lake Tahoe during the recent annual survey conducted by the Tahoe Institute of Natural Science (TINS) and its team of 200 volunteers.
This year 42 Bald Eagles were found, surpassing the previous record of 27 set in 2017.
The record number of volunteers are double the number who turned out for last year's event, part of why TINS believes this was the most accurate count to date. TINS took over local coordination of the national tracking effort nine years ago.
Amador County man arrested in Reno after Pine Grove woman's body found
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 11:02pm
1/22/21 UPDATE: The murder suspect Jerry Lee Adams Jr. has been arrested in Reno. For the past two days, investigators from the Amador County Sheriff's Office followed up on multiple tips regarding the suspect's whereabouts. On Friday, January 22, 2021, they developed information that Adams was possibly in the Reno area. This information was provided to the Reno Police Department and at approximately 4:00 p.m., Adams was located inside a Reno area casino and arrested for the murder of Savana Lee Burger.
Prescribed fire operations continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 12:08pm
The Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team will continue widespread prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin, if conditions and weather allow. Smoke may be visible.
1. Twin Peaks 49 - USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit - West River Park Drive and South Upper Truckee Road, Meyers, CA. Burn Type: Hand Piles.
High Wind Warning issued for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 4:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A High Wind Warning is in effect for the Lake Tahoe Basin from 10:00 p.m. Monday to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday. Expect winds 20-30 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected, mainly above 6500 feet. Under that elevation, winds are expected 15-25 mph with gusts 30-45 mph.
Over the ridges, winds 60-80 mph are forecast with gusts exceeding 130 mph.
The winds will be coming from the east/northeast.
The warning is mainly for the western half of the Lake Tahoe Basin, Southern Lassen, Eastern Plumas, Eastern Sierra Counties, and northern Mono County west of Highway 395.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 10:19am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/01/10/2021/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
1/10
Column: Positive momentum through relationships for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/15/2021 - 8:21pm
Like many residents and visitors of Lake Tahoe, I have had the good fortune of running, hiking, swimming, skiing, dining, lodging and otherwise living in and around Lake Tahoe nearly all of my life. Tahoe has played a vital role in the development of my most treasured relationship, with my wife Lisa, where we both learned to care for much more than ourselves, and where we were married 25 years ago on the west shore.
Boulder lands on roof of car on US50 west of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A driver heading westbound on US50 over Echo Summit got a little more than they bargained for Wednesday afternoon.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) received a call at 1:30 p.m. January 13 from a person traveling on the highway that a rock "the size of a Yeti Cooler" was on the roadway, according to Officer Ruth Loehr. CHP responded and found not only the 2ft x 3ft boulder in the roadway, they also found the vehicle that it hit.
Prescribed fire operations continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 2:15pm
Conditions and weather permitting, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team will conduct widespread prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Smoke may be visible.
1. Panther ULM - USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit - Fallen Leaf Rd. and Highway 89, South Shore of Lake Tahoe. Burn Type: Hand Piles, Total Acreage: 10.00. Planned Ignition: 01/13-18/21. Duration of Ignition and Smoke Production: 5-7 days of ignition and 2 days of burn down time. Estimated Direction of Smoke Travel: North/Northeast/East. Communities or Smoke Sensitive Areas:
Mostly sunny and mild week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 6:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - High pressure will bring mainly dry conditions and light winds this week to the Lake Tahoe Basin and Western Nevada. Limited ventilation and inversions will develop this week as high pressure remains overhead. Afternoon temperatures somewhat above average early in the week will rise to well above
average mid to late week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. They said the first chance at some unsettled weather comes after the holiday weekend, though confidence in a big system is low at this time.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 11:31am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/01/03/2021/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
1/3
Western Nevada College Dean's List announced
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/08/2021 - 11:19am
Despite the changes in learning platforms brought on by the coronavirus, Western Nevada College is proud to announce that more than a third of its full-time students were still able to make the fall semester dean’s list.
The WNC Fall 2020 Dean’s List includes 408 students, accounting for 34.7 percent of the college’s full-time students.
To earn the distinction of making WNC’s Dean’s List, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.
Honorees include:
Carson City
Alpine School District seeks bids for Diamond Valley School modernization project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/06/2021 - 2:27pm
After the passing of a school facilities bond in 2018, the Alpine County Unified School District is moving forward on the modernization of Diamond Valley School. The district is requesting sealed bids for the Diamond Valley School - Modernization Building A project and they must be received prior to 2:00 p.m., on February 17, 2021.
Ongoing prescribed burn operations around Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 2:12pm
The Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) will resume prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Operations will continue over the next several weeks, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke may be visible.
Tahoe Fund donors meet the Tahoe Blue Vodka challenge - $200,000 raised to clean Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 11:09am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif - The Tahoe Fund announced today that Tahoe Blue Vodka’s generous $100,000 match has been met, allowing the nonprofit Clean Up The Lake to begin its massive effort to remove trash around all 72-miles of Lake Tahoe this spring. Support to meet the match was overwhelming, with the matching $100,000 coming from more than 135 businesses and people donating to the cause, including $25,000 from Vail Resorts.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 12:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/12/27/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
12/27
Sierra snow pack near Lake Tahoe at 93% of average
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 12:12pm
PHILLIPS STATIONS, Calif. - The Sierra snow pack was measured at 93 percent of average on Thursday at Phillips Station, west of Lake Tahoe, the first of the winter 2020 snow pack surveys.
A team from California Department of Water Resources (DWR) found 30.5 inches of snow with 10.5 inches of snow water equivalent (SWE).
Federal Transportation Improvement Program draft available for public comment
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/29/2020 - 11:09am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), has released the Draft 2021 Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) and the public comment period on its contents is now open for the next 30 days.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 2:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/12/20/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-
This Week's Log:
12/20
1:37 a.m. - Vacation Home Rental - Piute St - VHR- NOISE
Officials warn of sledding dangers at unofficial sled hills at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/26/2020 - 2:18pm
Snow, a good slope and a sled in hand are the ingredients needed for a fun day around Lake Tahoe, but first responders are warning the public to only use official sledding locations or that fun can turn to a bad day very quickly.
Sledding is not as harmless as it looks, just ask the roughly 20,000 kids under age of 19 in the United States involved in sledding accidents annually.
Bank of the West temporarily closed due to staffing shortage
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 2:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bank of the West's South Lake Tahoe branch has had to close temporarily due to a staffing shortage. A representative at the bank's branch in Carson City said it is a COVID-related closure and some staff has been in quarantine as they await test results. This has been a problem at many area banks since the pandemic started.
Once staff can be assembled to reopen safely, expect the doors to the branch at 2161 Lake Tahoe Boulevard to open once again.
Howie's Top 20 favorite Christmas movies
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 9:14am
Christmas started early for this guy once the pandemic hit. I put my Christmas lights up over the 4th of July and for a short while started watching Christmas movies too to try and get that feel-good feeling happening. Okay, I also did it because I wanted to watch movies where no one was wearing a mask and hugging one another without fear of being exposed. I’ve always enjoyed movies for their pure escapism and who doesn’t want to escape what we’ve been through already ya know? I also like being wrapped around a movie completely.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/20/2020 - 10:13am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/12/13/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
12/13
Agencies to host public workshop on Meeks Bay Restoration Project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/16/2020 - 3:13pm
Event Date:
January 7, 2021 - 5:30pm
The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) in coordination with the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board, will host a virtual public workshop about the Meeks Bay Restoration Project from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021. The workshop will provide the background and need for the project, share proposed restoration and site improvement alternatives, describe the next steps in the environmental planning process and solicit feedback on the alternatives.
Column: 2020 fire year highlights importance of forest health
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 7:39pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The new Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Deputy Forest Supervisor Danelle D. Harrison is our guest columnist and looks back, and ahead, to the health of Lake Tahoe
Looking Back
December is a special time of year when our thoughts turn to family and friends, and communities come together to celebrate the season. It also marks the end of the year. And what a year it was. Together, we experienced unprecedented events including a record-breaking wildland fire year in the Pacific Southwest Region.
Three arrested over weekend for alleged crimes in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 4:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) had a busy weekend with the arrest of three people in two separate investigations.
Widespread prescribed fire operations around Lake Tahoe resume
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 11:40am
Weather and conditions permitting, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) will continue prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin. California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts are scheduled to burn hand piles and smoke may be visible.
Project Name: Lyons Ranch - Northwest of the Golden Bear Subdivision. East of Lake Tahoe Airport.
Responsible Agency: California Tahoe Conservancy
Burn Type: Hand Piles
Total Acreage: 10.00
Planned Ignition: 12/14-17/2020
Chance for more rain and snow this week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/13/2020 - 9:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Winter Weather Advisory for the Lake Tahoe Basin expires at 4:00 a.m. Monday with most of the precipitation winding down by then other than a few lingering showers through 10:00 a.m. It`s unlikely to be snowing for the Monday morning commute, however, roads may still have snow and ice present.
No new restrictions for Nevada as Governor asks all to stem the tide of COVID-19
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/13/2020 - 4:59pm
Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak spoke to Nevadans Sunday afternoon to update them on the state's COVID-19 situation. He said the restrictions that went into effect three weeks ago will continue until January 15, 2021. Due to the rising COVID-19 cases and deaths in the state many thought he might impose stricter regulations.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/13/2020 - 10:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/12/06/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
12/6
Winter Weather Advisory in place for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/12/2020 - 11:59am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Lake Tahoe Basin and Truckee from Sunday, December 13at 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. Monday.
This next storm is expected to drop more snow that the one overnight Friday. This morning Heavenly reported no new snow, and Kirkwood and Sierra-at-Tahoe reported 3". There were chain controls over US50 andI80 but they have lifted, and controls are still in place on SR88 by Kirkwood.
USFS acquires 120 acres on Brockway Summit to protect from development
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/11/2020 - 11:35am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Much sought-after parcels of land near Northstar Ski Resort have been purchased by the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU). The purchase brings to a close proposed developments which over the years have included 112 ridgeline homes and the Brockway Campground, a sprawling resort with 550 campsites and commercial and additional commercial facilities.
LTBMU used funds from the Santini-Burton Act to purchase two parcels that total approximately 120.4 acres of Brockway Summit land on the rim of the Tahoe Basin.
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/11/2020 - 10:01am
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village from 4:00 p.m. Friday, December 11 to 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 12.
Snowfall potential has increased for the Lake Tahoe area, especially above 6500 feet has changed since initial forecasts were released earlier this week. Total snow accumulations of up to 3 inches are expected below 6500 feet, 4-8 inches above.
Approaching Lake Tahoe weather system not much of a snowmaker at lake level
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/10/2020 - 11:37am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There hasn't been much precipitation over California and the Sierra since summer but approaching weather systems may change that.
A series of systems through the weekend will break down the persistent dry pattern, with the first bringing increased winds late Thursday afternoon into Thursday night with fire danger concerns for portions of Mono County. Rain and snow chances arrive Friday night and Saturday with a second round Sunday. Another period of gusty winds is looking likely for Sunday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Reno.
Vail Resorts contributes $25,000 to Clean Up The Lake campaign
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/10/2020 - 10:54am
A previously announced matching donation by Tahoe Blue Vodka of $100,000 has received its first match from Vail Resorts. The Tahoe Fund said Vail contributed $25,000 in support of its campaign to remove trash around all 72-miles of Lake Tahoe with Clean Up The Lake.
Lake Wind Advisory in effect for Lake Tahoe Monday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 10:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for Lake Tahoe from midnight to 4:00 p.m. Monday, December 7.
Expect east winds on the lake 15-25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Expect waves on the west shore to be the highest, from 2-4 feet. Winds onshore in South Lake Tahoe should be up to 10 mph.
Small boats, kayaks and paddleboards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 3:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/11/29/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
11/29
Tahoe Fund announces $100,000 match from Tahoe Blue Vodka to Clean Up The Lake
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/05/2020 - 8:42pm
Lake Tahoe, long known for its famed clarity and brilliant blue waters has a dirty secret. Beneath the surface, thousands of pounds of trash are breaking apart and impacting the lake’s aquatic habitats. In 2021, an extraordinary effort to remove trash around all 72-miles of Lake Tahoe with a SCUBA dive team of professionals and volunteers will begin. Spearheaded by the nonprofit Clean Up The Lake, the Tahoe Fund has committed to raising funds needed to make it happen.
Prescribed fire operations scheduled for three areas around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/30/2020 - 3:11pm
Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) members will continue prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin, weather and conditions permitting. California State Parks and Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District are scheduled to burn hand piles on the east and west shores. Smoke may be visible.
Project Name: Sugar Pine Point State Park
Responsible Agency: California State Parks
West of Hwy 89, along S Fire Rd and Campground Rd
Burn Type: Hand Piles. Total Acreage: 20.00
Planned Ignition: 11/30/2020 - 12/18/2020
Duration of Ignition and Smoke Production: 3 weeks
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/29/2020 - 11:55am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/11/22/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
11/22
Tahoe Film Fest returns with modified schedule on North Shore
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/27/2020 - 10:11pm
INLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The 6th Annual Tahoe Film Fest presents environmental and independent feature length and award winning films to North Lake Tahoe from December 3-6, 2020. Special guests and filmmakers will be present at many of the films.
The festival takes on a new look during the pandemic. The films originally scheduled for Northstar had to be moved as movie theaters must only operate outdoors due to Placer County's Purple Tier. The theaters on the Nevada side can still show films but only at 50 percent capacity.
Road closure near Camino for next several months
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/27/2020 - 2:06pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Many from the South Lake Tahoe venture to the Camino area to visit apple and tree farms, but an upcoming road closure may affect normal routes.
A section of westbound Carson Road will be closed for several months due to bridge work as part of the U.S. Highway 50 Camino Safety Project.
Prescribed fire operations scheduled for three areas around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/24/2020 - 10:26am
California State Park and Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District crews are scheduled to continue prescribed fire operations this week, weather permitting. Smoke may be visible.
Project Name: Secret
Responsible Agency: Tahoe Douglas Fire District
North of Glenbrook
Burn Type: Hand Piles
Total Acreage: 10.00
Planned Ignition: 11/23/2020
Duration of Ignition and Smoke Production: 2-4 days of ignition and 2 days of burn down time
Estimated Direction of Smoke Travel: North/Northeast
Project Name: Sugar Pine Point State Park
Christmas Tree goes up at Heavenly Village
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/23/2020 - 3:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - It was a true community effort to get the Christmas Tree delivered to the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe last week. For the third consecutive year, a tree was selected from the South Shore to be on display for the holiday season.
On Monday, November 16, 2020 the 64-foot tree was cut down by Kenny Curtzwiler of K & K Services at 6:30 a.m., lifted by a crane and placed onto a flatbed truck, escorted by South Lake Tahoe Police and CHP, driven to its destination, lifted off the truck and placed into a stand to be decorated.
Mild days, chilly nights during the week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 9:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The week ahead will not be full of too many surprises as a couple of small systems appear to be keeping north of Lake Tahoe. Expect a slight increase in breezes for Monday with some gusts up to 25 mph as flow turns cooler, back to seasonal averages according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Another system is possible for Wednesday into the Thanksgiving holiday, but besides cooler temperatures, there will be minimal impacts across the region are anticipated at this time.
Forecast from NWS Reno:
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 10:40am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/11/15/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
11/15
Blue Ribbon Awards winners announced during virtual awards show
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 2:46pm
The winners of the 13th annual Blue Ribbon Awards were announced Thursday, November 19 during an awards show shown on Lake Tahoe Television. In place of the annual awards dinner the community was invited to tune in virtually with hosts Chris Fiore from the City of South Lake Tahoe and Meg Peart from the Tahoe Resource Conservation District. If missed, everyone can watch the celebration of the 2020 finalists and winners at https://tahoechamber.org/13th-annual-blue-ribbon-awards-show/ (and don't read any further if you want to be surprised).
How to know when that smoke you see is from prescribed burns around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 12:52pm
South Tahoe Now, the US Forest Service and the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team communicate to the public whenever there is a prescribed burn operation planned for the Lake Tahoe Basin. Spotting smoke can always be a concern so its helpful to stay informed when prescribed fire operations are underway.
