Community
The Lake Tahoe Regional Plan and TRPA Win National Awards
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2013 - 1:06pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) was recognized by the American Planning Association (APA) this week at the annual Western Planner Conference in Stateline, NV, with three awards for outstanding planning, TRPA announced today.
League to Save Lake Tahoe Employee Wins Planning Award
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2013 - 12:59pm
The Nevada Chapter of the American Planning Association has recognized League to Save Lake Tahoe Policy Analyst Shannon Eckmeyer, Esq., with a Citizen Planner Award for her work on Tahoe’s regional plan update and area plans. The award was announced at the chapter’s conference at Lake Tahoe this week.
The award goes to individuals who are not professional planners but who have advanced or promoted the cause of planning in the public arena.
South Lake Tahoe Takes Part in National Lead Poisoning Awareness Week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2013 - 12:53pm
October 20-26 is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week and the City of South Lake Tahoe is joining agencies across the country to help bring awareness to the public about the harms of lead.
This year’s theme is "Lead-Free Kids for a Healthy Future” which emphasizes the many ways parents can reduce a child’s exposure to lead and prevent its serious health effects.
K-TAHOE discovers that Christmas is already in full swing...
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/21/2013 - 12:25pmK-Tahoe (KTHO 590 AM & FM 96.1) morning show host, Charlee Simons, is a little surprised by Santa two months too early!
A Farewell to Local Firefighter Mitch Underhill
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2013 - 3:49pm
The South Lake Tahoe community said their goodbyes today to Lake Valley Firefighter Paramedic Mitch Underhill, both from the streets bordering his procession into town from Lake Valley to those inside the service at St. Theresa's Catholic Church. The 34 year old South Lake Tahoe native unexpectedly passed away on September 29.
Mitch joined the Fire District as a paid professional on September 27, 2005 and served the community with dedication and devotion for just over eight years until his untimely death.
Friends of the Library Looking for Book Donations For November 16 Sale
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2013 - 10:19am
The South Lake Tahoe Friends of the Library are currently accepting donations of books and audio/visual materials for their upcoming book sale. They would greatly appreciate materials only in good condition and with a copyright date no earlier than 2000. Especially needed are recent children’s books and children’s DVDs, as well as recent materials in Spanish. The group would also like to limit audio/visual donations to DVDs & books on Tape/CD.
Teen Writers Can Learn How to Write a Novel in November
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2013 - 10:05am
Event Date:
November 1, 2013 - 3:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe Library is hosting a Teen Writing Group during the month of November in honor of National Novel Writing Month.
There will be authors to meet and resources available to help young writers get inspired and get started during the free workshop.
The group will meet at the library on the first 4 Fridays in November: 11/1, 11/8, 11/15 and 11/22 at 3 pm. For additional information contact the library at 530-573-3185. The library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe Police Department Receives Special Grant
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/20/2013 - 9:44am
A grant is headed to South Lake Tahoe to assist the police department in preventing death and injuries on the roadways. “We take traffic safety very seriously in South Lake Tahoe. With this grant funding we will be able to directly address the causes of injury collisions within our community” said Sergeant Shannon Laney.
Out and About in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2013 - 3:35pm
A beautiful day to be out and about in South Lake Tahoe! We stopped by Meeks to check out their Kids Day and found our friends from Kiwanis with their free Kids ID booth, Jen from KTHO broadcasting live and Ethan and Eli Cox enjoying the crafts while dad James was grabbing their hot dogs.
We also stopped by the newly remodeled Starbucks at the Y and checked out the beautiful new place. So much more space now! Same friendly crew ready to serve.
Halloween Spectacular
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/17/2013 - 10:02pm
Event Date:
October 31, 2013 - 8:00pm A big Halloween party at the American Legion is being planned and you're invited! GROOVEBOX and Adient Zoo are teaming up with The League to Save Lake Tahoe to bring you the biggest Halloween Party in South Lake Tahoe. Roots Rob and S1nth3sys will be joining us this year to make it extra weird. There will be a costume contest for the best costume and most creative costume.
Location
American Legion
2748 Young St
South Lake Tahoe 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Treat Street 2013
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2013 - 9:51pm
Event Date:
October 31, 2013 - 5:00pm
The 11th Annual Treat Street will be held on Halloween night at South Lake Tahoe's Pine Cone Acre Motel. This year's event is sponsored by the Tahoe Area Coordinating Council for the Disabled (TACCD) and the Tahoe Sierra Kiwanis Aktion Club.
All trick or treaters are invited to this free evening of fun and games from 5 to 8 pm. There will be a haunted house, bounce house, mini golf, pie eating contest and other special events. There will also be free hot chocolate, candy and s'mores. There will also be hotdogs for sale for $1.
Ordinary People, Extraordinary Adventures
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/16/2013 - 10:24pm
Event Date:
November 14, 2013 - 6:00pm
Join your friends and neighbors for some delicious Thai Curry and Rice at the Blue Angel Cafe on November 14 and hear about extraordinary tales and adventures from Africa, Indonesia,and the Arctic Ocean. This event is a fundraiser for the Sugar Pine Foundation and runs from 6 pm to 9 pm.
Tickets are $15 adults /$7 kids. You can buy tickets from their online store http://www.sugarpinefoundation.org/store or call Maria at (650) 814-9565. (Tickets will be $20 at the door on the night of the fundraiser).
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2013 - 5:43pm
During the week of October 8 to the 15th, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 166 calls.
Arrests
10/8
One arrest for spousal abuse.
One arrest for a drug offense on the 1700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd.
One arrest for embezzlement on the 2300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd.
One arrest for a DUI on the corner of Craig Avenue and Pickett Avenue.
10/9
One arrest for a domestic disturbance on the 1000 block of Herbert Avenue.
10/10
One arrest for being drunk in public on the 1000 block of Heavenly Village Way.
10/11
A Night of Improvisation at Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 9:00pm
Event Date:
October 25, 2013 - 7:30pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College's Theater Department presents "Random Acts of Improv" on Friday, October 25 at 7:30 pm in the college's Duke Theater. A fun night of comedy and "off the wall laughter" is on tap for all. Tickets are only $5 and available only at the door.
LTCC is located at One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe.
Free Buffet for all Veterans
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 8:42pmEvent Date:
November 11, 2013 (All day)
Harrah's Lake Tahoe wants to honor the military and show their appreciation by giving away a free buffet to all active military and veterans on November 11.
To get the free buffet, present your Total Rewards Card and military ID to the buffet cashier. If you don't have a card, stop by their rewards center to get one.
Harrison Avenue Project and Final Adoption of Plastic Bag Ban Ordinance on Tuesday's City Council Agenda
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 7:54pm
Creating street improvements in the Harrison Avenue area sits atop the list of the City of South Lake Tahoe's Capital Improvement Project priorities. Better stormwater treatment, a bike path, lighting, safer pedestrian walkways and ADA improvements are coming to Harrison Avenue in 2014 and the city will vote Tuesday to ratify agreements between TRPA, the state and the city to move the project forward. The project is funded through several federal and local transportation fund sources.
Most Lake Tahoe Community College Offices Will Be Closed Friday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 11:24am
Most offices at Lake Tahoe Community College will be closed on Friday, October 18 to allow employees to attend staff development training. However, the Child Development Center will remain open on this day. The college will resume normal operating hours starting Monday, Oct. 21. For more information, call the college’s main phone line at (530) 541-4660.
Out and About in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2013 - 4:59pm
We found lots of things to enjoy while out and about in South Lake Tahoe today!
The Pumpkin and Pony Festival at Forest Suites had several things for everyone to enjoy. There were local business booths, a pumpkin patch, pony and tractor rides, a climbing wall and bouncy house, live music and two food booths and historical entertainment. You can still catch this on Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.
The South Tahoe Music Department had a rummage sale in the parking lot of the Emerald Bay Center for Women's Health to raise money for the music programs.
Bricks For Kids Fundraiser For Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/11/2013 - 10:03pm
The Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe has 800 members who visit the club over 43,000 times a year for a very low cost to the families. The need for a strong and vibrant club is very important to the community of South Lake Tahoe. Since many families are unable to pay for services, the Boys and Girls Club is holding a unique fundraiser to keep the club running.
Free Bike Racks Available to Local Businesses
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/11/2013 - 9:35pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe has bike racks available for local businesses to use within the city limits. The Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition designed the racks and is encouraging businesses to apply to have the racks available to their customers and clients.
If interested, request an application from the coalition by emailing them at biketahoe@aol.com. Once approved, the city will deliver the free racks but it is up to the business to install them.
Blue Ribbon Award Nomination Period Nears End
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/11/2013 - 8:19pm
The nomination period for the Blue Ribbon Awards is coming to a close. If you haven’t had the opportunity to nominate businesses or individuals deserving of this honor, don’t let it pass. Nominees and winners will receive recognition at the 6th Annual Blue Ribbon Awards Dinner & Ceremony on November 14 at MontBleu.
Shaping the Future of the South Shore
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2013 - 2:01pm
Event Date:
October 22, 2013 - 6:00pm
The third in a series of Economic Forums will take place on Tuesday, October 22, from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel. The entire community is invited to this free, informative evening presented by TahoeChamber and the Tahoe Prosperity Center.
South Lake Tahoe Police Arrest Report
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/09/2013 - 5:06pmThe South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to the following calls:
Arrests
9/27
Battery on the 900 block of Friday Avenue
Drug offense on the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Road
9/28
Tampering with a vehicle on the 400 block of Ala Wai
DUI on the corner of Reno Avenue & Chris Avenue
9/29
Evading on the 900 block of Star Lake Road
Child Abuse on Lake Tahoe Blvd
9/30
Drunk in Public on the 900 block of Bal Bijou Road
Drunk in Public on the 3500 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
10/2
Unlicensed Driver on the corner of Sky Meadows Ct and Tahoe Keys Blvd
Free "Healthy Aging" Series Coming to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2013 - 5:26pm
Event Date:
October 21, 2013 - 1:00pm
The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency and Active Aging program are presenting a free educational series in South Lake Tahoe. The series will give instruction and support to persons aged 60 years and older and to their family members and friends. The classes will be held on Mondays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. beginning October 21 through November 25, 2013 at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel (formerly Embassy Suites), located at 4130 South Lake Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe. The classes will be held as follows:
Back Roads - Lake Tahoe to Apple Hill via Highway 4
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/07/2013 - 10:15pm
My daughter and I had been planning our annual Apple Hill trek for several days when I decided to change it up a bit. Since my free time is so rare I figured why not include a visit to our favorite little town Sutter Creek? And then, since we're doing that, might as well throw in a drive down beautiful Highway 4! Since the portion of the road we'll be covering is closed after the first big snow we had to do it! The day was plotted on a map in my head with some verification on google maps. The map said our little trip was going to take 5 hours and 10 minutes and cover 225 miles.
