Zephyr Cove
Special Olympics to Host South Lake Tahoe Polar Plunge
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/12/2013 - 5:38pm
Event Date:
March 23, 2013 - 10:00am
Donned in costumes, but without the protection of wet suits, Special Olympics athletes and their supporters will jump into icy waters on March 23 for the annual South Lake Tahoe Polar Plunge, a fundraiser for Special Olympics Northern Nevada and California.
Kings of the court
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/12/2013 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The lady Warriors were ready for Round 2, but then so were South Tahoe's King sisters.Whittell never let South Tahoe get out of reach Saturday, but Brooke King and Ally King ...
Whittell boys take North Tahoe game
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/30/2013 - 5:00amTAHOE CITY - The last time the North Tahoe and Whittell boys basketball teams tangled, the Lakers needed a buzzer-beating 3-pointer to pull off a thrilling, one-point win in Zephyr Cove.They cou...
Fire station to host blood drive
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/29/2013 - 4:53pmTahoe Douglas Fire Protection District will host a blood drive Jan. 30 in Zephyr Cove.Fire Chief Ben Sharit has committed to host blood drives in Zephyr Cove every two months in an effort to provid...
Unpack Your Adjectives for a Night of School House Rocks at MontBleu
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/25/2013 - 11:48amEvent Date:
February 23, 2013 - 6:00pm
While many already know ‘A Noun is a Person, Place or Thing,’ what they may not know is it’s time to show your inner rock star at the School House Rocks event to support local schools. The ‘Conjunction Junction’ will start at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at MontBleu and it will feature a live DJ, music, silent and live auctions, cocktails, food and more.
Mistakes lead to loss for lady Warriors
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/25/2013 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE - The way Whittell head coach Tom Esposito sees it, 28 turnovers and 12 fouls equals 40 free points. Those free points added up to 48-24 loss as the girls took on Incline at Whittell...
Turnovers cost Warriors win
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/25/2013 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE - For a second it looked like Whittell might pull it off. Garrett Bronken's free throw hit the rim perfectly and rebounded back into his hands, just like he intended. With 8 seconds ...
Coyote Grill to host grand re-opening
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/19/2013 - 5:00amCoyote Grill in Zephyr Cove will host its grand re-opening Jan. 25.Owner Leland Faegre's expansion has more than doubled the size of its current business model, according to a press release. The ex...
Coyote Grill Sets Grand Re-Opening
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/18/2013 - 7:07am
Event Date:
January 25, 2013 - 2:00pm Milky Way Incorporated dba The Coyote Grill has set Friday, January 25th for its long-awaited ‘Grand Re-Opening’ said Coyote Grill owner, Leland Faegre whose expansion has more than doubled the size of its current business model.
Lady Warriors off to strong start
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/16/2013 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Amanda Harris opened the lady Warriors' first league game with authority. Amanda's 13-point second quarter helped Whittell climb out to a comfortable 22-9 lead at halftime. A...
Turnovers cost boys league opener
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/16/2013 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Alex Tyler took a last look from about 20 feet out. It was a long shot, but so was the 12-point deficit that North Tahoe overcame after the first quarter. Tyler glanced at th...
Power fully restored to all NV Energy customers at South Shore Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/11/2013 - 8:43amUPDATE: Power was fully restored to the Kingsbury Grade area at around 2:50 p.m., said NV Energy spokesman Karl Walquist. A blackout earlier this morning affected about 5,00 Lake Tahoe customers from Stateline to Cave Rock and both upper and Lower Kingsbury Grade.
UPDATE: Most NV Energy customers in the Stateline and Zephyr Cove areas are back online this morning but about 500 customers in the lower Kingsbury Grade area continue to be without power as of 10:30 a.m., according to NV Energy spokesman Karl Walquist.
The areas affected are from Pony Express to the intersection of Highway 50, Walquist said. The Round Hill substation remains without power and crews have been able to route specific areas to get most of the customers back on line. Power went out at around 5:30 this morning to about 5,000 customers.
It remains unknown at this time what caused the blackout.
Report: Lake Tahoe home sales up 34 percent in 2012
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/03/2013 - 4:37pmHome sales around Lake Tahoe increased substantially in 2012, with a 34 percent rise in units sold and a 40 percent jump in sales volume, according to a year-end report released by Lake Tahoe-based real estate company Chase International.
Don Q's fishing report for week of Jan. 2-9
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/02/2013 - 6:14am
Here 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 Jan. 2-9:
Warriors win sets tone for promising season
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/21/2012 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE - Austin Neil sent the ball flying with Whittell's hopes attached as the final buzzer sounded. For a second, silence... then net. The score ticked in Whittell's favor. The Warriors s...
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks to Lakeside Inn and Casino
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/20/2012 - 5:00amZephyr Cove Elementary School would like to thank Lakeside Inn and Casino for generously donating the turkey for our fourth annual Sharing Feast. Lakeside Inn always donates to this heartfelt event...
Chase International Sells Lake Tahoe Mega Estate
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/13/2012 - 2:42pm
Chase International recently closed the sale of the Osprey Estate in Incline Village, Nev., a deal which marks the largest sale in Lake Tahoe since January 2008.
Douglas County prepares for next wave of storms; sandbags available at Zephyr Cove firehouse
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/01/2012 - 1:12pmUPDATE 11:10AM: The Douglas County Emergency Management has implemented a precautionary action plan for this weekend’s weather event. The Management team met this morning and discussed the event thus far. The major event has been a downed tree on Centerville Road, but has since been removed.
Zephyr Cove resident named financial respresentative
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/01/2012 - 5:00amSean Haughie of Zephyr Cove has been named a financial representative for COUNTRY Financial. Haughie recently completed the organization's extensive training about the solutions COUNTRY offers to h...
Illustrator speaks to students
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/25/2012 - 5:00amJared Manninen, a local author and illustrator, recently visited Zephyr Cove Elementary School to talk with a fifth-grade class.Manninen spoke about his career path, writing books and illustrating ...
Education Roundup: Can RPU stabilize enrollment at South Shore schools?
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/21/2012 - 5:00amPlans to combine Whittell High School and Zephyr Cove Elementary might still be years away, but some South Shore educators hope that the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's Regional Plan Update can st...
Windy with some snow expected for the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/20/2012 - 9:38am
Hold on to your small pets and little ones. There's strong winds ahead.
Well, maybe not that dramatic but there is the potential for some gusty gusts and big waves along the shores of Lake Tahoe over the next 24 hours or so.
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Wind Advisory and Lake Wind Advisory for the Lake Tahoe Basin through Wednesday morning.
American Century delivers $64,500 to Lake Tahoe South nonprofit organizations
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 3:53pm
The 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.
Lost Chihuahua, please help!
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/04/2012 - 3:45pm
Another lost dog to report: this one is a 7 pound Chihuahua named Abby. She is black and tan 7 year old and was lost 11 p.m. on Nov 3 at Lakeview Drive in Zephyr Cove (behind Sams Place). Please call (702) 274-8320 or (702) 994-6366 with any Information. Thank you.
Buyak leads Warriors out on winning note
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/25/2012 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - ROP has some big kids on the team, but quarterback Austin Buyak didn't seem to notice as he piggybacked four of them into the end zone.Buyak could not be shutdown Thursday ni...
LTUSD schools closed Tuesday
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 8:09amAll schools in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District were closed on Tuesday due to snow. Whittell High School and Zephyr Cove Elementary School opened one hour later than regularly scheduled, and ...
Snow closes Lake Tahoe Unified School District schools, Whittell and Zephyr Cove delayed
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 4:56amAll schools within the Lake Tahoe Unified School District are closed today after the first significant snow of the season blew into South Lake Tahoe Monday and overnight. Whittell High School and Zephyr Cove Elementary are open today with delays. Douglas County School District transportation operators report the school bus pick up on Upper Kingsbury will be on Tina Court and Ski Court due to icy road conditions.
Candidate profile: Austin Sass
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 5:00amAustin Sass, 60, has a background in sales and marketing. He most recently served as the director of sales and marketing for ARAMARK in Zephyr Cove. Prior to that he was the director of resort s...
Some Forest Service facilities around Lake Tahoe will close for the season
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 3:10pmThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit annual closure of recreational facilities around the Lake Tahoe Basin has begun. Campgrounds and day-use areas traditionally close around mid-October. While forest roads typically close around mid-November, you may consult the Motor Vehicle Use Map for specific dates by going here. The Taylor Creek Visitor Center will remain open through October.
Expect road delays for Lake Tahoe Marathon weekend
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 10:28amLake Tahoe area road delays and closures are effective now through Sunday for the Lake Tahoe Marathon. The following roads will experience delays:
Homecoming loss doesn't destroy Warriors playoff chances
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 5:00amZephyr Cove, Nev. - The Warriors knew they were in for a tough night against Lovelock on Friday, but what else can be expected from the two-time defending state champions. Lovelock lived up to i...
Warriors soccer contains Truckee
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/14/2012 - 5:00amZephyr Cove, Nev. - Managing to keep a lid on Truckee's explosive soccer program is no small victory.The Warriors didn't capture the win Tuesday, but the girls controlled Truckee for a 0-0 tie w...
Warriors volleyball sets up for killer season
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/07/2012 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The little things just kept adding up for the Warriors' volleyball win Wednesday."You know everyone remembers the big swings or the big blocks, but they forget the little thi...
South Lake Tahoe police arrest man on felony charges; stolen Lexus, wristwatch recovered
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/04/2012 - 4:54pmA 25-year-old South Lake Tahoe man was arrested and faces felony burglary and drug charges after a chase Monday that went from South Lake Tahoe across the state line.
Deonte Brown is suspected of stealing, among other things, a 2002 Lexus convertible from a Zephyr Cove home, South Lake Tahoe authorities said. He was booked into Douglas County Jail.
Norton lends legs to Warrior Win
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/01/2012 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Hughston Norton was the definition of running back Friday night, rushing for close to 300 yards and running in eight touchdowns in the Warriors 88-22 win over Smith Valley Hi...
Tahoe Douglas fire station pancake feed to benefit local charities
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/29/2012 - 2:36am
Event Date:
September 1, 2012 - 8:30am
Stack 'em up and pour on the syrup Saturday at Tahoe Douglas Fire Station 3 with a firehouse pancake feed.
The community is invited to the breakfast, which runs from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. with proceeds to go to local South Shore Lake Tahoe area charities. The cost is $5 for adults. Children 12 and under are free.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary builds kiosks at local parks
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/28/2012 - 9:37am
Members of the 60 member strong Tahoe Douglas Rotary Club recently completed two kiosks for the public to use in the South Lake Tahoe area. The first one is located at Kahle Community Park and the second one is at the new Van Sickle Bi-State Park. The kiosks are now used to hold information, including maps of trails and topography as well as pictures and events. The club took on the projects as part of the worldwide volunteer work day.
Warriors show second-half stamina in loss
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/25/2012 - 5:00amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - Whittell High School football lost its eight-man home opener 48-20 to Tonopah High School, but the team showed something it hasn't displayed in quite some time, a second-half...
Woman arrested in DUI collision
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/20/2012 - 11:29amA 24-year-old Zephyr Cove woman was arrested this morning after an injury crash at the intersection of Kingsbury Grade and Palisades reported at 2:46 a.m.A passenger in the vehicle was critically i...
Kudos & Kindness: Beach Bash Benefit a huge success
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/18/2012 - 5:00amStorm clouds may have briefly threatened the Beach Bash Benefit festivities at Zephyr Cove Resort on Wednesday, but nothing could dampen the spirits of the many friends who turned out to support lo...
Nevada schools to start new year free of NCLB
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/18/2012 - 5:00amStudents at George Whittell High School and Zephyr Cove Elementary School might not notice anything new when they start classes next week, but the wheels of education reform began turning when Neva...
Where to buy a Lake Tahoe home...Nevada or California?
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 2:54pm
Just a few years ago home buyers were choosing the Nevada side over the California side when looking for a Lake Tahoe home to purchase. Taxes were lower and schools were better so Nevada was more attractive. But is that still the feeling? There's good news, and bad news, depending on which neighborhood/state you're set on owning a home in.
Shining Example of Schools in South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
New Interstate Shaves 10 Minutes off Drive from Reno Airport to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 9:14amWith the completion of the I-580 freeway extension project connecting Reno to Carson City, getting to Heavenly Mountain Resort for the 2012-13 ski season will be faster, safer and more convenient than ever before.
Tahoe Tennis Classic this weekend
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/01/2012 - 9:33amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The 29th annual Tahoe Classic tennis tournament is set for this weekend at the Zephyr Cove Tennis Complex. There are 11 divisions andatches begin at 7:45 a.m. Friday, Saturday a...
Expedition Man Endurance Festival comes to Northern Nevada
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 07/30/2012 - 3:41pm
Event Date:
August 25, 2012 (All day)
Coming from as far as Australia and as near as North Lake Tahoe, more than 200 men and women athletes are gearing up for a race to remember at Northern Nevada’s inaugural Expedition Man Endurance Festival and Ultra-Distance-Triathlon, taking place Saturday, August 25. Athletes will begin with a swim at Zephyr Cove Resort at Lake Tahoe, then onto a more than 100-mile-bike-ride through Carson City and a long-run along the Truckee River, ending at the Legends at Sparks Marina.
Beach benefit for South Shore Lake Tahoe local Sean Riley set for August 15
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/28/2012 - 11:31am
Event Date:
August 15, 2012 - 5:00pm
In May, local community member Sean Riley suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result of a succession of blackouts and falls. A Beach Bash Benefit is being held to help offset Sean’s medical expenses on Wednesday, August 15, 5-8 p.m., at Zephyr Cove Resort.
Sean is an off-road tour guide for Lake Tahoe Adventures and his wife, Georgette, works for the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and Tahoe Chamber. Sean has been hospitalized since May and came home this week and is now under 24-hour care. He is doing better, but does have some issues with comprehension and memory as a result of the injury, and has a long road to recovery requiring extensive therapy, home supervision and care.
Mountain lion concerns businesses after killing deer
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/27/2012 - 1:15pmA mountain lion killed a deer close to the Zephyr Cove Lodge and campgrounds Wednesday, but officials say there is nothing to worry about. Chris Healy, public information officer of the Nevada Department of Wildlife, said the lion does not display any aggression or unusual behavior.
Children make ice cream in a can at Zephyr Cove library
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 5:00amChildren and adults enjoyed making homemade ice cream in a can on Friday, July 13, at the Douglas County Public Library at Zephyr Cove.I got the recipe from a Highlights magazine, 1991. I've bee...
