2019

CASA brings back their Box Lunch fundraiser to South Lake Tahoe - Postponed

Event Date: 
March 17, 2020 (All day)

ALL TAX AIDE SESSIONS HAVE BEEN CANCELED DUE TO CONCERNS AROUND THE CONORAVIRUS.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Court Appointed Court Special Advocates (CASA) of El Dorado County are holding their 24th annual CASA Box Lunch fundraiser on Thursday, April 2, and for the first time in years people in South Lake Tahoe can participate once again.

Passion for baking leads to new South Lake Tahoe boutique business

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Just taking a look at the photos of fudge, cookies, cakes and other treats can make one's mouth water for a delectable taste of heaven.

The Tahoe Love Bakery is up and running out of Erin Renee Hudak's kitchen in South Lake Tahoe. With her cottage business permit, business license and health inspection in place, Erin opened her home-based business on December 19, 2019.

Letter: Why we are still voting No on Measure B

We would like to respond to a recent "Letter to the Editor" on 2/17/20 in which the author infers that we may not have reached out to Lake Valley Fire for information. We have had multiple conversations with LVFPD Board Member, Leona Allen. Ms. Hall sent a letter seeking information and clarification to Chief Alameda which was published in a local newspaper and went unanswered.

Letter: I'm voting YES on Measure B

This letter is in response to Toni Hall and Tom Yant whose letters were printed on 2/14/20 (“Why I will be voting ‘No’ on Measure B” and “LVFPD needs to budget for equipment from its big lard pot”). I want to begin by saying YES on Measure B!

I have to wonder if either of them contacted Lake Valley Fire Protection District with their questions, as their information is misleading and incorrect. Our Fire District is available to talk with you about Measure B (530-577-3737), or you can go to their website (lakevalleyfire.org).

New hotel coming to South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The old Super 8 motel on Lake Tahoe Boulevard and adjacent Lotus Pho restaurant in South Lake Tahoe are currently closed as pre-construction activities have begun on a four-story 120-unit Hampton Inn and Suites.

The asbestos abatement has been completed as have the pre-demolition permits and the current two-story building is set for demolition soon. Once that happens, crews will be waiting for the May 1 grading date to get started on what is promised to be a "facelift to the area."

El Dorado County's 100 top paid employees

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Auditor-Controller Joe Harn has updated the list of the County’s 100 highest compensated employees for the calendar year 2019.

Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork February 16 - 22

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) will work on projects through the Sierra, as weather permits this winter. There are no major projects going on in the Lake Tahoe Basin until building season begins May 15. The following is their weekly schedule:

LONG TERM PROJECTS

Letter: Tahoe deserves a new representative in Congress

It is time for Tahoe to have a new representative in Congress. Tom McClintock has represented our region in congress since 2009. During that time he has not promoted our interests.

1. He never moved into our district. He continues to live in a gated community in Elk Grove. Is our district not nice enough for him to live in? After all, we are paying his salary.

2. He has not had a town hall in the Lake Tahoe District during the past 4 years.

3. His votes are not supportive of our local needs. His votes that do not represent our community are represented by the following votes:

Positive results for Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe during their first two months

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. – Providing a much-needed service in the community, the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has been filling a void with special pet therapy training, wellness clinics, spay and neuter programs.

Since opening in December 2019, HSTT has provided over 100 spay and neuters to the community for free or at a reduced rate. They have also trained 60 new volunteers.

Some of the other programs that are helping pets and owners in the area:

Barton Foundation gives over $360,000 to community health improvements

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Barton Foundation provided more than $360,000 in funding during 2019, delivering a profound community impact made possible by philanthropy and donor generosity over the year. Medical equipment, new technology, care provider education, and support, expanding access to mental and behavioral health services, and funding for local organizations were all aspects of the Barton Foundation’s scope of giving last year, as part of its commitment to community well-being through Barton Health.

Country singer-songwriter Dierks Bentley heading to Lake Tahoe for summer outdoor concert

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Ready to party with a few thousand of your friends this summer? Join country music star Dierks Bentley when he comes to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys Tahoe on Saturday, August 15.

Coming off the release of his successful ninth album in 2018 and "Burning Man" tour in 2019, Bentley will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m. and entertain concert goers with many of his 17 number one songs and other fan favorites.

Tickets are $60.50, $90.50 and $130.50, plus fees and taxes, and are available Friday, Feb 14, at Another Planet (apeconcerts.com) and Ticketmaster.com.

Snowshoeing Around Lake Tahoe -- a scenic guide

Snowshoeing Around Lake Tahoe: Must-Do Scenic Treks provides snowshoers with an invaluable guide for adventures in the Lake Tahoe Basin and beyond. Whether it is traipsing through virgin snow or on a worn path, this book contains a route for everyone who likes to play in the outdoors in winter. Venture to frozen alpine lakes and wilderness peaks or enjoy the beauty at lake level.

Location

PO Box 13406
United States

South Lake Tahoe City Council set to act on selling properties for affordable housing

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The St. Joseph Community Land Trust (SJCLT) in South Lake Tahoe provides permanently affordable homes and supportive programs for low and moderate-income residents. They may have a few more to offer if the City Council meeting on Tuesday goes as expected.

Free Tax Help Available

DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS, ALL TAX AIDE SESSIONS HAVE BEEN CANCELED. Free tax return preparation for California and Nevada taxpayers of all ageswith low-to-moderate incomes through the AARP Tax-Aide program.There is no appointment necessary. You must bring your social security card,photo ID, 2019 tax documents, and a copy of your 2018 tax return.All tax returns are prepared and filed on site at no cost to the taxpayer.When:February 6th to April 13th (except for February 14th & 17th).Where:So.

Free Tax Help Available - CANCELED

ALL TAX AIDE SESSIONS HAVE BEEN CANCELED DUE TO CONCERNS AROUND THE CONORAVIRUS.

Free Tax Help Available - CANCELED

ALL TAX AIDE SESSIONS HAVE BEEN CANCELED DUE TO CONCERNS AROUND THE CONORAVIRUS.
Free tax return preparation for California and Nevada taxpayers of all ages
with low-to-moderate incomes through the AARP Tax-Aide program.
There is no appointment necessary. You must bring your social security card,
photo ID, 2019 tax documents, and a copy of your 2018 tax return.
All tax returns are prepared and filed on site at no cost to the taxpayer.
When:
February 6th to April 13th (except for February 14th & 17th).
Where:
So. Lake Tahoe Senior Center, 3050 Lake Tahoe Boulevard.

Free Tax Help Available

ALL TAX AIDE SESSIONS HAVE BEEN CANCELED DUE TO CONCERNS AROUND THE CONORAVIRUS. Free tax return preparation for California and Nevada taxpayers of all ages
with low-to-moderate incomes through the AARP Tax-Aide program.
There is no appointment necessary. You must bring your social security card,
photo ID, 2019 tax documents, and a copy of your 2018 tax return.
All tax returns are prepared and filed on site at no cost to the taxpayer.
When:
February 6th to April 13th (except for February 14th & 17th).
Where:
So. Lake Tahoe Senior Center, 3050 Lake Tahoe Boulevard.

Tahoe Women's Community Fund to give away a record $125,000 in grants

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - To celebrate the 5th year of The Tahoe Women’s Community Fund (TWCF), a record $125,000 will be granted to the South Shore Community this spring.

The 212 members of TWCF contributed to the fund and Lisa Maloff made another generous donation. The $125k they will be giving to the community through grants is 49 percent higher than last year.

Members vote where the grants will be focused and they've added a new category this year, the Inspiration Grant.

Categories

$40,000 Inspiration Grant
- Accepting grant requests up to $40,000.

Azul Latin Kitchen raises $11,000 for Tahoe Arts Project

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For the past year, Azul Latin Kitchen in South Lake Tahoe's Heavenly Village has been fundraising for Tahoe Arts Project (TAP). The fruits of their efforts were presented to TAP during their public Williams Duo concert on Januar 30.

Each year Azul Latin Kitchen selects a local nonprofit to be the recipient of their fundraising for the year. In 2017 it was Tahoe Youth and Family Services, last year Live Violence Free, then in 2019 TAP.

90-day temperature and precipitation outlook for Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a good start to the Sierra snowpack, big storms have almost been non-existent this winter. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports January 2020 was the fifth warmest on record in the US.

Barton Health nurse receives international award for exceptional care

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Wednesday, February 5, Ashley Collard, RN, BSN, was honored by Barton Health with the international DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses. A nurse in the Medical/Surgery Department at Barton Memorial Hospital, Ashley’s compassion and skill received sincere gratitude from a patient’s family, and a nomination to be this quarter’s DAISY Award® winner.

Golden Bear neighborhood is first South Lake Tahoe National Firewise USA® Designation

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Golden Bear community in South Lake Tahoe has been at the forefront of neighborhood fire safety and their hard work has paid off. They have earned a Firewise USA® designation by the National Fire Protection Association, making them the first South Lake Tahoe community to earn this designation.

Facts about the flu and Wuhan coronavirus

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - At least one vacationing family is canceling their trip to Lake Tahoe due to fears about the spread of coronavirus 2019-nCoV, but health officials say this virus is not currently spreading in the community, here or in the United States. If they want to be concerned about anything being spread, they say, the flu is what they really need to be focusing on.

During this 2019-20 flu season, 10,000 people have died in the United States and there have been 19 million cases and 180,000 hospitalizations, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

Prescribed fires to continue around Lake Tahoe

Members of the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT), which includes local, state and federal land management agencies, will continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in the Tahoe Basin as conditions, staffing and weather allow. Smoke may be visible.

The following 12 areas are on the schedule:

Aspen Lily Lake 1011 - USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.
Location: Powerline Road (Forest Road 12N08), off Pioneer Trail near South Lake Tahoe. Burn Type: Hand Piles - Total Acreage: 14.00 - Planned ignition: 1/25/20

Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork February 2-8

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most major work by Caltrans on Sierra highways is on winter suspension, but some temporary work can be completed, weather permitting. Here is the week's schedule for Caltrans:

LONG-TERM PROJECTS

U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work is winter suspension on a $5.2 million project to upgrade metal beam guardrail and construct concrete barriers at 89 locations from the Red Hawk Undercrossing to 1.9 miles west of the junction with State Route 89 in Meyers. Completion is expected in late spring 2020.

Where to watch Superbowl LIV in South Lake Tahoe

Super Bowl LIV, the 54th Super Bowl (the 50th modern-era National Football League championship game) will decide the champion for the NFL's 2019 and 100th season. The National Football Conference champion San Francisco 49ers will play against the American Football Conference champion Kansas City Chiefs.

No matter who you are rooting for, or if you just enjoy watching the game which is known for epic halftime shows and commercials (and championship football), South Lake Tahoe and Stateline are providing parties and fun spaces to do so on Sunday.

Here are a few of those ideas:

Jury finds South Lake Tahoe man guilty of multiple counts of child molestation

A South Lake Tahoe man has been found guilty on four counts of felony child molestation which included one count of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child under 14, two counts of Lewd and Lascivious Acts upon a Child under 14, and one count of Forcible Lewd Act upon a Child under 14.

John Robert Garcia, 45, was arrested in April 2019 after a five-month-long investigation by the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) and El Dorado County District Attorney's Office.

December gaming revenues up 8% in South Lake Tahoe; Nevada sees "win" topping $1 billion

Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of 1,057,602,710 for the month of December 2019. This amounts to a 5.79 percent decrease compared to December 2018, when licensees reported a gaming win of $999,678,537 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

South Tahoe High's Melissa Berry wins Outstanding Teacher of America award

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Melissa Berry, AP Psychology and US History teacher at South Lake Tahoe High School was selected to receive one of the five 2019 Carlston Family Foundation Outstanding Teachers of America Awards.

In November, Ms. Berry received a $15,000 cash award at the Carlston Family Foundation’s 17th Annual Awards Ceremony in Mill Valley, Calif. During Tuesday's Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) board meeting, she received an additional $5,000 grant for South Lake Tahoe High School.

SnowGlobe and guests contribute 213 nights at Tahoe Warm Room; Make strides on waste reduction

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - MTV’s SnowGlobe Music Festival has a continued commitment to give back to the South Lake Tahoe community each year, both during and after the three-day outdoor festival.

SnowGlobe 2019 was able to successfully expand their sustainability program, non-profit, and charitable giving initiatives, they said in a report released Monday.

In 2017, SnowGlobe began its partnership with The Sugar Pine Foundation, planting 200 sugar pine seedlings to help restore Lake Tahoe’s sugar pine population, which now makes up less than 5 percent of the Tahoe Forest.

South Lake Tahoe Little League signups now underway

Ready to play ball? It is less than two months until spring but it is already time to sign up for the South Tahoe National Little League.

Children eligible to play must be born between September 1, 2007 and December 31, 2015.

Registration

Is now open online - https://www.southtahoell.com. Visit this site to register and get a list of needed documents before attending the following days:

Kahle Community Center - Tuesday, January 28 - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
South Tahoe Ice Rink - Monday, February 3 - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

After caring for 25,000 animals out of their South Lake Tahoe home, the Millhams retire

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Since 1978, Tom and Cheryl Millham have been operating Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, taking in sick and injured wildlife from across the region with a goal of rehabilitating them for release back into the wild. For most of those years, they used their home and backyard for the cages, aviary, brick enclosures and rehab facilities.

Proposed parcel tax for county residents to support Lake Valley Fire

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On March 3, 2020, voters in the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) boundaries will decide if Measure B should pass, a measure that would give the fire department funds for much-needed equipment, apparatuses, and supplies.

Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork January 25 - February 1

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has some scheduled work on roads in the Sierra in the coming week. While the major mountain roadwork is stopped until spring, there is still work being done.

LONG-TERM PROJECTS

U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work is winter suspension on a $5.2 million project to upgrade metal beam guardrail and construct concrete barriers at 89 locations from the Red Hawk Undercrossing to 1.9 miles west of the junction with State Route 89 in Meyers. Completion is expected in late spring 2020.

Cal Tahoe JPA plans on moving ambulances to new home as fire station reopens

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe let the Cal Tahoe JPA know in 2018 they would need their mid-town fire station back so they could increase fire services to the community. Originally planned for the fall of 2019, the move is now getting closer due to a grant to help with the hiring of new firefighters and outfitting its reopening.

South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 182 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from December 18 - December 31, 2019.

12/18

EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1800 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 700 block Merced Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 3900 block Pioneer Tr
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 3100 block Lake Tahoe Blvd

Lake Tahoe clearing out after quick snowstorm, clear holiday weekend ahead

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Storms for the winter of 2019/20 haven't been prolific, but this week's one-day storm left behind up to two feet of snow at Lake Tahoe ski resorts and about a foot around South Lake Tahoe.

Chain controls remain on mountain roads Friday morning but expect them to be dropping as the forecast calls for partly sunny skies and a high of 35. Saturday and Sunday will be partly to mostly sunny and in the mid-40s.

Road controls as of 7:45 a.m. January 17:

US50

Old Dominion Tour stopping off on the South Shore with singer Andy Grammer

STATELINE, Nev. - Old Dominion fans are excited about the news released today about their 2020 tour....they will be at the Lake Tahoe at Harvey's Outdoor Arena on July 17. The pop-country group's U.S. leg of their We Are Old Dominion Tour is set to launch in May.

Their opening act in Lake Tahoe will be singer, songwriter Andy Grammer.

Caesars Entertainment announces sale of Harrah's Reno

Harrah's Reno will soon be coming to an end. The gaming establishment that had its humble beginning as a bingo parlor opened by Bill Harrah in 1937 has been sold to a company that will turn it into a non-gaming mixed-use center.

On Thursday, Caesars Entertainment Corporation and VICI Properties Inc. announced in a press release they signed an agreement to sell Harrah’s Reno Hotel and Casino to an affiliate of CAI Investments for $50 million.

Interim city manager selected for South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the departure of City Manager Frank Rush looming and a search on for his replacement, the South Lake Tahoe City Council today hired an interim city manager.

During closed session they approved the hiring of Brad Kilger who brings with him years of experience to the position.

Kilger has over 40 years of professional municipal government experience.

South Lake Tahoe City Council denies appeal of planned Verizon cell tower

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A overflowing crowd was at Tuesday's City Council meeting to take part in what has become a hot topic in the South Lake Tahoe community - cell towers.

Before the Council was an appeal to the Planning Commission's June 13, 2019 approval of a Special Use permit for a Verizon Wireless Monopine planned for installation at 1360 Ski Run Boulevard on the site of Hansen's sledding hil

Business Licenses issued by the City of South Lake Tahoe

The following 31 businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the month of November 2019:

11/1
DONGQING YU MASSAGE THERAPIST

11/4
CALIFORNIA BOILER INC
CHADS MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP

11/6
SHANGRILA HIMALAYAN KITCHEN
SIERRA BRIDE MAGAZINE

11/7
EL SAZON DE MI TIERRA

11/8
DL CONSTRUCTION

11/12
JOHN HANDY COMPANY
PHIL'S HANDYMAN SERVICE
THE PATRIOT HOUSE SHARED HOME RENT

11/13
THE HEALTH COACH

11/14
CDI SOUTH LAKE TAHOE CDC #10125

11/15
REYES SINGLE PLY ROOFING MASTERS CO

11/16
PERKINS AND WILL INC
SIMPLE POWER INC

11/18

Lime pulling out of 12 markets around the world, laying off staff

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was announced Thursday that Lime, the world's largest scooter sharing company and part of the South Lake Tahoe landscape, is pulling out of 12 markets and laying off staff as it struggles to become profitable.

At this time there are no plans to leave South Lake Tahoe, one of their very first markets when they rolled out rideshare bicycles.

"Tahoe is not affected by the Lime issues at this time," said the City's Communication Manager Chris Fiore.

South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to December 13 - December 27, 2019.

Dec. 13-15

ARRESTS:
31-year-old female arrested for felony resisting arrest, felony child cruelty, misdemeanor domestic violence, and misdemeanor resisting arrest.
34-year-old female cited and released for driving on a suspended license.
26-year-old male cited and released for displaying unlawful registration.
37-year-old male arrested for felony domestic violence and bringing a controlled substance into the jail.

Birth Announcement: First Baby of the Year 2020

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It took almost a full week of the new year to welcome in the first baby born at Barton Memorial Hospital. Everett James Haen came into the world at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7.

Everett was born at the hospital's Family Birthing Center to Robert Haen and Shaina Willen, MD. He weighed six pounds 15 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long.

Long time locals are the parents of first baby born in 2020 in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It took almost a full week of the new year to welcome in the first baby born at Barton Memorial Hospital. Everett James Haen came into the world at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7.

Everett was born at the hospital's Family Birthing Center to Robert Haen and Shaina Willen, MD. He weighed six pounds 15 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long.

Artists needed to create mural on East Shore Trail tunnel, the target of recent graffiti

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Since its opening in June 2019, the new Tahoe East Shore Trail connecting Incline Village to Sand Harbor State Park has quickly become an attraction for both residents and visitors interested in exploring Tahoe’s famed East Shore on foot or by bicycle. To augment the natural beauty of the immediate surroundings and transform a utilitarian tunnel into an enjoyable, relevant art experience, the Tahoe Fund and Tahoe Public Art have joined together to commission a mural that will be unique to the space.

Letter: Facts show South Lake Tahoe VHRs not the bad guys

I successfully have been tracking the City of South Lake Tahoe’s Vacation Rental Enforcement for well over a year and it’s a wonder why vacation rentals continue to get a bad name? Yes, there are some issues but ultimately VHR’s are a relatively minor nuisance in the scheme of things.

Lake Tahoe firefighter helping efforts in Australia

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - USFS Fire Captain Dave Soldavini from the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is currently assigned to Australia as part of an interagency group helping with fire suppression efforts.

Soldavini is part of the third group of fire resources the country has deployed to Australia.

On Dec. 30, 2019, the Forest Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior sent 44 personnel to Australia. An additional 21 personnel were mobilized on Jan. 4, 2020, and will replace a previous group of American firefighters mobilized in early December.

Ted Gaines in South Lake Tahoe to discuss new taxes on commercial and industrial properties

Event Date: 
January 9, 2020 - 9:30am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Former California State Senator Ted Gaines will be in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday, January 9 to discuss the proposed amendment to Proposition 13 that will remove commercial properties from their property tax protection and tax them on market value and not purchase price.

Gaines is a member of the California Board of Equalization for the 1st district. He will be speaking during the monthly meeting of the South Lake Tahoe Lodging Association and the public is invited.

The meeting will be held at the LTVA meeting space at 169 US-50 Stateline, Nev. 9:30 a.m.

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