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COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 6:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another seven residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, one is in El Dorado Hills, one in Greater Placerville, one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, and four in the Lake Tahoe region.
One of those new cases, two are under the age of 18, and 5 are aged 18-49.
Another 126 people were tested for the coronavirus and 119 negative tests results were received.
There have been another five assumed recoveries with 111 assumed active cases.
Tahoe Conservancy opens restored Tahoe Pines campground to public
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/27/2020 - 11:24pm
The unique and valuable habitat of the Upper Truckee in Meyers has been preserved through another California Tahoe Conservancy project at the site of the old Tahoe Pines Campground. They have finished building a new accessible-to-all trail and other public access features at the 8.1-acre site in Meyers. Visitors can enjoy easy access to the Upper Truckee River and experience the newly restored wetlands and wildlife habitat along Lake Tahoe’s largest tributary.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/27/2020 - 6:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another 10 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, five are in El Dorado Hills, one in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, -1 in Greater Placerville, -1 in North County, and six in the Lake Tahoe region.
One of those new cases, 3 are aged 18-49, 6 aged 50-64, and 1 aged 65 or older.
Another 192 people were tested for the coronavirus and 182 negative tests results were received.
There have been another three assumed recoveries with 109 assumed active cases.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 7:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another 36 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, 12 are in El Dorado Hills, one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, one in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, six in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, five in Greater Placerville, two in North County, and nine in the Lake Tahoe region.
One of those new cases, 3 are under 18, 17 are aged 18-49, 12 aged 50-64, and 4 aged 65 or older.
Another 666 people were tested for the coronavirus and 630 negative tests results were received.
New date for workshop on future plans for 56-acre project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 9:33pm
Event Date:
November 10, 2020 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The public is being invited to give input on the 56-Acre Project in the heart of South Lake Tahoe. As the City of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County work out the financial arrangement of using county land, plans are underway for how it will look. Through a grant, the California Tahoe Conservancy gave the funds needed to create the master plan for the area.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 7:53pm
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/10/18/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This week's Log:
10/18
7:45 a.m. - Vacation Home Rental - Nottaway Dr - VHR COMPLAINT
Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork October 25 - 31
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 7:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of the long term and short term projects the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has scheduled for the week around Lake Tahoe, in the Sierra and El Dorado County.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Shots fired at Stateline home during large party
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 6:41pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Shots were fired at a large party on Upper Kingsbury early Saturday morning according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO).
At this time not much information has been released and the matter is under investigation.
DCSO Undersheriff Ron Elges did say that several shots were fired but there were no injuries and nobody was hit by bullets. He said the home where the party was on Tina Court.
There is no verification that the incident was at a vacation home rental. There have been no arrests at this time, Elges said.
Supervisor Novasel: Chaiman Veerkamp blatantly disregarded the action of the Board
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/23/2020 - 11:30pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - On Friday, El Dorado County Supervisor Chair Brian Veerkamp broke board protocol by announcing he is invoking Emergency Powers to require El Dorado County to pay for sending Sheriff John D’Agostini to a political “conference” on October 29th which is being held by a select group of state senators in Red Bluff. This action by the Board of Supervisors Chair, who is leaving office at the end of this year,
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/23/2020 - 6:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another seven residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, three are in El Dorado Hills, one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, one in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, one in Greater Placerville, and one in the Lake Tahoe region.
One of those new cases, 4 aged 18-49, 2 aged 50-64, and 1 aged 65 or older.
Another 175 people were tested for the coronavirus and 168 negative tests results were received.
There have been another 12 assumed recoveries with 81 assumed active cases.
Column: Tourism Future at Tahoe South - Responsible, Sustainable Destination
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/23/2020 - 2:07pm
While the consensus is that 2020 will look much better in the rearview mirror, it will leave indelible experiences that shape discussions, planning, and direction for years to come.
It certainly reinforces sustainability as the future of tourism here at Tahoe, with benchmarks to embrace including environmental integrity, economic development, and social equity for visitors and locals.
Fire Weather Watch for Lake Tahoe - Gusty winds as temperatures drop
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 11:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a Fire Weather Watch in effect from 5:00 p.m. Sunday through Monday at 5:00 p.m. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno is calling for gusty winds and low humidity for the Lake Tahoe Basin through western Lassen County.
* Affected Area...Fire Zone 271 Western Lassen, Eastern Plumas, Eastern Sierra, and Eastern Nevada Counties and Fire Zone 272 Greater Lake Tahoe Area.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office arrests three found with drugs, cash and a weapon
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 10:35pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) arrested three Reno residents after they were pulled over on suspicion of a speeding violation.
On October 22 at approximately 2:30 a.m., deputies on US395 stopped a vehicle for the violation. When they contacted the occupants they said they smelled the strong odor of marijuana from inside the car.
A field narcotics investigation was conducted and deputies said they recovered approximately eight pounds of marijuana, 627 grams of concentrated THC, just under $2,000 in US Currency and a Glock-19 handgun.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 6:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another two residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, one is in El Dorado Hills, one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, one in Greater Placerville, and none in the Lake Tahoe region. There is a -1 case from Diamond Springs/El Dorado due to a misclassification of a previous case. Both areas with today's cases have seen an increase in visitors due to Apple Hill activities.
One of those new cases 1 is under the age of 18, 1 aged 18-49, - 1 aged 50-64, and 1 aged 65 or older.
Red Ribbon Week focuses on harm tobacco and vaping have on youth
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 2:46pm
In 2020, Red Ribbon Week, the nation's largest and longest running drug-use prevention campaign, turns 35 and will be observed October 23-31. Red Ribbon Week has informed millions of kids and parents about the danger of drugs and alcohol, influencing positive choices and behaviors. However, one “drug” that may not receive as much attention lately is nicotine. which is highly addictive.
City Manager commits to improving the Regan Beach area and making it safer
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 8:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Regan Beach in South Lake Tahoe has been a problem spot for Al Tahoe area residents this year, with late night parties, speeding on Lakeview Avenue, and illegal use after hours.
South Lake Tahoe City Manager Joe Irvin sat down recently with residents around the city-owned Regan Beach to find out what could be done to improve the current situation.
"I am committed to improving the park," said Irvin of the new plans with safety at the forefront.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 6:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another four residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, two are in El Dorado Hills, one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, two in Diamond Springs/El Dorado and none in the Lake Tahoe region. There is also a -1 case count for Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue.
One of those new cases 4 are aged 18-49, 1 aged 50-64, and -1 ages 65 or older.
Another 226 people were tested for the coronavirus and 222 negative tests results were received.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/20/2020 - 6:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another 12 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, six are in El Dorado Hills, one in Greater Placerville; one in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, two in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, and two in the Lake Tahoe region.
One of those new cases are under the age of 18, 4 aged 18-49, 6 aged 50-64, 1 ages 65 or older.
Another 310 people were tested for the coronavirus and 604 negative tests results were received.
There have been another 20 assumed recoveries with 96 assumed active cases.
City Council candidates respond to South Lake Tahoe Chamber questions
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/20/2020 - 5:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce Board recently asked the nine City Council candidates ten questions they felt were of most importance to its members. The questions focused mainly on topics relating to things that will or may affect both the local small businesses and the community in general.
Their board made the decision to not endorse a specific candidate this election, but instead rank them based on how much they align with the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce goals based on their answers to the questions below.
CASA El Dorado holds first free virtual Gala. - LIVE performance with David Garibaldi
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/19/2020 - 9:45pm
Event Date:
November 7, 2020 - 6:00pm
Child Advocates of El Dorado is holding its first one-hour virtual Gala on November 7 starting at 6:00 p.m.
The event is free to attend, but it is the local Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) annual fundraiser, hosted this year by Eileen Javora Boeger. There will be live entertainment by world-renown performance painter David Garibaldi.
CASA El Dorado benefits the community by serving the abused, neglected and at-risk children in our county’s foster care system. This is accomplished by recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers from the community.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/19/2020 - 8:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another 15 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since Friday. Of those, seven are in El Dorado Hills, one in Greater Placerville; one in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, and five in the Lake Tahoe region.
Three of them are under the age of 18, 7 aged 18-49, 5 aged 50-64.
Another 619 people were tested for the coronavirus and 604 negative tests results were received.
There have been another 16 assumed recoveries with 104 assumed active cases.
Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork October 18-24
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/18/2020 - 4:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of the long term and short term projects the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has scheduled for the week around Lake Tahoe, in the Sierra and El Dorado County.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/18/2020 - 4:05pm
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/10/11/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
10/11
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 6:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another four residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, two are in El Dorado Hills, one in Greater Placerville; one in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, and none in the Lake Tahoe region
Three of them are aged 18-49, and one aged 50-64.
Another 270 people were tested for the coronavirus and 266 negative tests results were received.
There have been another 14 assumed recoveries with 105 assumed active cases.
Four arrested after Butane Hash Oil labs found in South Lake Tahoe home
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 6:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Four men were arrested after narcotics detectives from the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) executed a search warrant at a South Lake Tahoe home on Thursday, October 15.
Upon arrival, four suspects were detained inside the residence:
Leo Bailey, age 39
Benjamin Bailey, age 36
Randall Bailey, age 57
Michael Patterson, age 30
According to EDSO, Patterson attempted to flee from the residence on foot but surrendered to a Sheriff K9.
Column: Turning lessons into transportation solutions
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 5:10pm
Autumn’s reflections have begun and Lake Tahoe’s forests and wildlife are preparing for the winter. While fall is generally a treasured time of year at the lake, a sense of uneasiness hangs in the crisp air as we brace for the next phase of the COVID crisis.
Summer was record breaking on many fronts. Businesses and agencies with major staff and budget shortages were suddenly required to manage the pandemic, following strict protocols. Trash overflowed on our pristine beaches and roadways. Follow that with more than 8,300 wildfires and 4 million acres burned in California alone.
Workshop on future plans for 56-acre project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 12:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a new date for the public meeting on the 56-Acre Project in the heart of South Lake Tahoe. As the City of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County work out the financial arrangement of using county land, plans are underway for how it will look. Through a grant, the California Tahoe Conservancy gave the funds needed to create the master plan for the area.
Strong early voter turnout in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 10:18am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Of the 133,251 registered voters in El Dorado County, 30,886, or 23 percent, have already turned in their ballots. The elections department does not have data from the 2016 election at the same point in time. That election had 97,024 or 83.31 percent of the 116,459 registered that year, turn in ballots by election day.
As of October 15:
Ballots returned by mail - 14,966
Ballots returned in a drop box - 15,920
Of those ballots, 28,996 have had signatures verified against reference signature and the balance of 1,890 are awaiting verification.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/15/2020 - 6:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another eight residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, four are in El Dorado Hills, one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, one in Greater Placerville; one in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, and one in the Lake Tahoe region
Of the new cases, three are under the age of 18, two are aged 18-49, two aged 50-64 and one aged 65 or older.
Another 101 people were tested for the coronavirus and 93 negative tests results were received.
STPUD candidates respond to questions
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 9:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are three open seats on the South Tahoe Public Utility Board of Directors this election season, two for a four-year term and one for a two-year term.
South Tahoe Now reached out to the candidates and below are their answers to a set of questions. For the two four-year terms, incumbent Kelly Sheehan is running for reelection, Duane Wallace is running after being appointed to fill Jim Jones's spot on the board until this election, and they are joined by David Peterson.
Chelcee Thomas hired as the new executive director for Live Violence Free
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 9:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Live Violence Free, the South Lake Tahoe-based agency committed to promoting a violence-free community, has announced the appointment of a new executive director.
Chelcee Thomas has returned to her hometown to lead the 43-year-old agency. The South Tahoe High graduate has dedicated her career to supporting social
COVID-19 case update for area counties: Lake Tahoe moves into high/red tier
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 6:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another two residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, one is in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue and one in the Lake Tahoe Region.
The new cases: Both are aged 50-64.
Another 201 people were tested for the coronavirus and 199 negative tests results were received.
There have been another 9 assumed recoveries with 126 assumed active cases.
There is currently one COVID-19 ICU patient at Marshall or Barton hospitals, and two suspected cases in the hospital.
Public meeting for El Dorado County Ad Hoc Hemp Committee
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 12:52pm
Event Date:
October 29, 2020 - 2:00pm
The El Dorado County Ad Hoc Hemp Committee will be meeting on Thursday October 29, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Following a presentation on industrial hemp by the Agriculture Department on June 23, the Board of Supervisors requested the formation of an Ad Hoc Hemp Committee to include two members of the Board.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 10:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to the weeks of October 5 - 11, 2020. Location Checks are- when officers search an area at a certain address. Transient/Homeless arrests/citations and calls are those normally categorized in other columns (Drunk in Public, Trespassing, etc.) but stats are collected separately. COVID calls are related to state and county guidelines.
Last Week's Report: http://southtahoenow.com/story/10/06/2020/south-lake-tahoe-police-blotter
10/5
ARRESTS (4)
El Dorado County and South Lake Tahoe remain in state's orange reopening tier
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 8:43pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - During Tuesday's El Dorado County Board of Supervisors meeting, the county's Public health Officer Dr. Nancy Williams said the region remains in the orange tier of the California reopening plan.
During the meeting, Dr. Williams told the supervisors it is now obvious that California is in the midst of a second wave of coronavirus cases, and El Dorado County is experiencing a second wave as well, but so far the numbers have kept the region in the "orange."
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 6:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another two residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, one is in El Dorado Hills and one in the Lake Tahoe Region.
The new cases: 1 is aged 18-49, 1 is aged 65 or over.
Another 89 people were tested for the coronavirus and 87 negative tests results were received.
There have been another 15 assumed recoveries with 133 assumed active cases.
There is currently one COVID-19 ICU patient at Marshall or Barton hospitals, and no suspected cases.
Results from Douglas County master plan survey released
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 10:51pm
Douglas County has released the results of a community survey on the Master Plan Text Amendment conducted in September of 2020. More than 1,500 people took the survey, which asked about Agriculture and Conservation, Economic Development, Growth Management, Land Use, Public Facilities, Services, Recreation, and Public Safety. The Master Plan text provides additional guidance on the long- term development of the County (over the next 10-20 years). The text defines current issues and needs in the community.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 6:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another 20 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since Friday. Of those, two are in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, eight from El Dorado Hills, one in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, and nine in the Lake Tahoe Region.
The new cases: 6 are under the age of 18, 10 aged 18-49, 2 aged 50-64. and 2 are 65 or over.
Another 628 people were tested for the coronavirus and 608 negative tests results were received.
There have been another 28 assumed recoveries with 154 assumed active cases.
Victim identified in Lake Tahoe boating tragedy
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 5:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The woman who died in Lake Tahoe on Friday, October 9, 2020, has been positively identified as a 30-year-old El Paso, Texas Resident.
According to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO), Daisy Rogers had been on a boat on Lake Tahoe when she went to back of the boat and accidentally fell off. A male adult who was also on board jumped in to save her but was unable to. He was wearing a life preserver but the victim did not have one on.
Douglas County Commissioners to possibly vote on new VHR regulations for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 1:25pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - During their Thursday, October 15 meeting, the Douglas County commissioners will hear a presentation about the work done by an appointed task force about vacation home rentals (VHRs) in Tahoe Township. The agenda item is listed as having possible action by the commissioners.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 11:10am
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/10/06/2020/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
This Week's Log:
10/4
Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork October 11-17
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/10/2020 - 7:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of the long term and short term projects the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has scheduled for the week around Lake Tahoe, in the Sierra and El Dorado County.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Tragedy on Lake Tahoe after boat found adrift with six kids on board
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/10/2020 - 10:48am
LAKE TAHOE - A person hearing cries for help from Lake Tahoe Friday evening brought out a full emergency response to the middle of the lake.
An investigation is underway, but Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District (TDFPD) Marshal Eric Guevin was able to release a few details about the October 9, 2020 incident.
Guevin said their Marine 24 responded along with the US Coast Guard after the person hearing the cries notified first responders. Not knowing exactly where the calls for help came from, responders headed toward Pope Beach. The first 911 calls were heard just before 7:00 p.m.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 6:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another seven residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, two are in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, one was removed from the El Dorado Hills count one in Greater Placerville, and five in the Lake Tahoe Region.
The new cases: 1 is under the age of 18, 5 aged 18-49, and 1 aged 50-64.
Another 214 people were tested for the coronavirus and 207 negative tests results were received.
There have been another seven assumed recoveries with 154 assumed active cases.
One hospitalized and two arrested after South Lake Tahoe assault and robbery
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 3:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two South Lake Tahoe men have been arrested after allegedly assaulting a man and stealing his firearm.
On October 7, 2020, officers from South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to the El Nido Motel on Lake Tahoe Boulevard after someone said they saw a man being assaulted by two other people.
The victim, a 37-year-old local man, was transported to Barton Hospital and later flown to Renown Hospital in Reno as a result of his injuries.
Op/Ed: Creating a community without the divide of a state line
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 2:00pm
On October 31, 2016 I wrote an editorial "Use the election to create a community of collaboration and teamwork" due to a growing vibe of discourse and anger across the country as well as in South Lake Tahoe.
Since we are once again in the midst of a contentious national election I saw a need to once again look at the definition of community as we focus on our local situation in El Dorado County and Douglas County.
com·mu·ni·ty:
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 6:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another three residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of those, one is in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, one in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, and one in the Lake Tahoe Region.
The new cases: 1 are under the age of 18, 1 aged 18-49, and 1 aged 50-64.
Another 187 people were tested for the coronavirus and 184 negative tests results were received.
There have been another six assumed recoveries with 154 assumed active cases.
53 South Lake Tahoe area nonprofits recipients of American Century Championship donation
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:10pm
Local nonprofits in the South Lake Tahoe area were presented with a record $250,000 in donations from the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and American Century Championship as a result of money raised during the 2020 celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.
Just as the popular golf event was unique and held without fans due to COVID-19 this year, it was a different type of ceremony handing out the money and the presentation of checks held virtually. Representatives from 53 nonprofits awarded the money were on the Thursday Zoom call.
Restoration nearing completion, public soon able to access old Tahoe Pines campground
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 1:48pm
The unique and valuable habitat of the Upper Truckee in Meyers has been preserved through another California Tahoe Conservancy project at the site of the old Tahoe Pines Campground. The project opens public access to the river and will feature a picnic table or two, bike racks and informational kiosk.
South Lake Tahoe City Council expands business reimbursement program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 10:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During their meeting Tuesday, the City Council approved the Winter Operations COVID Compliance Business Protection Grant Reimbursement Program which will reimburse local businesses for PPE and the equipment they need to operate safely during the winter months.
There were funds left over from the first business reimbursement program which gave up to $2,500 back to those who had to purchase items needed to operate safely.
