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November election has 12 candidates, one ballot measure
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 9:55am
By Heather Gould
Amid voting for favorite websites, blogs, restaurants, American Idol contestants and more, residents of South Lake Tahoe have the opportunity to vote in an actual public election. Elections for the Lake Tahoe Community College board, the Lake Tahoe Unified School District board, the South Tahoe Public Utility District board and a ballot measure regarding recreation funds will all be decided by voters on Nov. 8.
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Thanks for golf classic support
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/13/2011 - 11:49amTahoe Senior Plaza's Board President, David Kelly, the Tahoe Senior Plaza Board of Directors, and Tahoe Senior Plaza's administrator Shelia Cooper would like to thank the following businesses for s...
More city services on the chopping block; budget meeting Thursday
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/12/2011 - 9:07amBy Li Terrell
A special meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council to discuss the 2011-12 budget will be held this Thursday, Sept. 15 at 7pm. Not only is this the first look the public will have at the proposed budget, but this may be the only opportunity for public input before layoffs in crucial departments like streets and recreation. The regular council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday at 9 a.m.
Stateline casinos see 25 percent revenue increase in July
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/12/2011 - 7:27amGood news for South Shore Lake Tahoe casinos to report this morning. Stateline gaming establishments saw a 25.42 percent increase in revenue over July 2010 figures, according to figures released today from the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Statewide casinos had an overall 3.66 percent increase in "gaming win" for the month.
Friends recall Florence Donovan-Gunderson; witness describes shooting as tragedy hits South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/10/2011 - 7:57am
A gunman who opened fire inside a Carson City restaurant has torn a hole through the South Lake Tahoe community, taking the life of a long-time local woman, maiming her disabled husband, and sending shock waves in the community after learning the gunman has family business ties in town.
The brutal murder that happened inside the International House of Pancakes this week claimed the lives of three U.S. Army National Guard personnel and Lake Tahoe Keys resident Florence Donovan-Gunderson, 67. Shooter Eduardo Sencion, 32, of Carson City turned the automatic weapon he was packing on himself and left both communities stunned and asking questions about why such a senseless act of violence happened.
Gov. Sandoval Making Strides On Top Priority Of Job Creation For Nevadans
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 7:37pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval said today he is making big strides in his top priority of improving the Nevada economy and growing jobs.
Nevada Military Support Alliance Offers a Way to Donate to Fallen Guardsmen
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 4:25pmCARSON CITY –The Nevada Military Support Alliance (NMSA) has established a way to donate to the families of the Guard members killed in Tuesday’s shooting rampage in Carson City. Those interested in making a donation to support the families of the fallen may do so at www.nvmilitarysupport.org.
Once on the page, click the red “Nevada National Guard Victims of 9/6/11” button.
In the middle of the next page, choose “NEVADA MILITARY Support Alliance” from the drop-down menu. Fill-in the fields and then press the “submit” button.
Tahoe Cup Race Series -Tahoe Fall Classic 22 Miler
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 2:08am
The O'Neill Tahoe Cup - Tahoe Fall Classic is on Sunday, Sept. 18 beginning at 8 a.m. at Camp Richardson Marina. This 22-mile point-to-point SUP and Paddleboard race starts from the Camp Richardson Marina, South Lake Tahoe and finishes in Kings Beach at the State Beach.
Go here to sign up.
Awards: Open men's and women's SUP and PADDLEBOARD first, second, and third place awards will be presented in all three board classifications.
Sullenberger wows crowd at Thunderbird benefit
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/04/2011 - 9:45amINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Four hours passed before pilot Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger was told all 155 passengers and crew on board Flight 1549 had survived a harrowing plunge into the Hudson Rive...
Judge dismisses League to Save Lake Tahoe suit against TRPA
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 5:11pmBy Kristi Boosman
LAKE TAHOE — A federal judge has dismissed a suit against the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and the Sierra Colina project that was brought on by the League to Save Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe planning agency charts clear path for regional update
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 2:48pm
By Jeff Cowan
To streamline the review and deliberation of items crucial to the Lake Tahoe Regional Plan Update, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board on Wednesday chartered a new committee to focus on update of the Plan.
The formation of this committee comes on the heels of the annual Lake Tahoe Summit where federal and state representatives urged swift completion of the plan update.
El Dorado County approves redistricting map
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 6:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors gave initial approval Tuesday to new boundaries for the county's five supervisor seats, said county spokesman Mike Applegarth in...
Memorial service set for Norma Schwartz
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 6:41pmA memorial and celebration of life or former North Tahoe Public Utility District board member and North Tahoe resident Norma Schwartz will be Sept. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../memorial-service-set-fo...
Pilot Hero 'Sully' Sullenberger to Discuss Thunderbird Preservation; tickets now available
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 3:49am
Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, the pilot who calmly and heroically landed his jetliner on New York’s Hudson River saving all 155 passengers and crew on board, will speak in Incline Village at a benefit for the Thunderbird Preservation Society on Saturday, Sept. 3.
The man who redefined “hero” on January 15, 2009, will discuss the importance of core values, including the preservation of vintage Americana – specifically Lake Tahoe’s historic Thunderbird Lodge and Yacht.
Minden set to discuss town manager
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/23/2011 - 11:19amMINDEN, Nev. - Minden town board members are holding a public hearing 6:30 p.m. Wednesday to discuss qualities they seek in a new manager.The public is invited to the meeting at the CVIC Hall, 1602...
Paddlers Help Protect Lake Tahoe from Invasive Species
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/23/2011 - 10:00am
By Kristi Boosman
Paddlers at Lake Tahoe who enjoy the peace and solitude of skimming over crystal clear waters can now join the Tahoe Keepers stewardship community to protect Lake Tahoe from aquatic invasive species, according to an invasive species multi-agency committee.
Tahoe Keepers is a free training program designed to help non-motorized watercraft operators guard against inadvertently transporting aquatic invasive species to water bodies within the Lake Tahoe Basin by self-inspecting and decontaminating their boats and gear after each use.
New sports editor joins the Tribune
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/22/2011 - 10:45amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There's a new face in the Tahoe Daily Tribune's newsroom, Joe Proudman.Proudman will serve as the newspaper's sports editor."We're very excited to have Joe on board,&#...
TRCD looking for another board member
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 08/21/2011 - 11:20amSouth Lake Tahoe-based environmental organization Tahoe Resource Conservation District is seeking a member to serve on its five-person board of directors. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../trcd-looking-for...
Heavenly’s Labor Day Weekend Ski & Board Sale
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 08/20/2011 - 1:31pmThis Labor Day weekend, Sept. 3-5 Heavenly Sports raises up its tent and drops its prices on all skis & snowboards, winter apparel, winter gear and so much more. This is the one weekend all year to save big for the whole family. Covered live by KRLT, we open the gates at 9am on Saturday, 10am on Sunday and Monday, at Heavenly’s Cal Main Lodge at the top of Ski Run Boulevard.
Tahoe Fund partners with Heavenly, Northstar
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/19/2011 - 11:17am
The nonprofit Tahoe Fund partnership with Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort, called the "Ski Conservation Fund", will raise an estimated $75,000 annually for the nonprofit Fund to support environmental improvement projects within the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Amazon dispute puts California tax board in spotlight
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 10:39pmReceive News Digest by Email. Enter your email address: Delivered by FeedBurner. Donate to Lake Tahoe News. Social Media ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../amazon-dispute-puts-california-tax......
$27.6 Million Contract Will Bring High Tech Kiosks To Grocery Stores For DMV Transactions
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 4:43pmCARSON CITY – The state Board of Examiners today approved a 10-year, $27.6 million contract to install kiosks in grocery stores statewide where Nevadans will be able to renew car registrations, extend drivers licenses and perform other tasks that might otherwise require a trip to a Department of Motor Vehicles office.
South Lake Tahoe Women’s Center 12th Annual Sunset Gala
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 4:04pmCome enjoy fine wines, great beer, Tahoe’s best hors d’oeuvres, desserts, classical guitar, and an impressive silent auction at South Lake Tahoe Women’s Center’s 12th Annual Sunset Gala on Sept. 17, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 pm. This year’s event will be held where Lake Tahoe meets the beautiful beaches of Bali at Dr. Sean Degnan’s fabulous lakefront home. The home’s Bali design has become a central theme for the Gala as the event will feature local fire dancers, tropical mixed drinks and a Most Fabulous Flip Flops contest.
Organized ride on South Shore bike paths
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 5:54am18, Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition's board of directors will lead a recreational bike ride along South Lake Tahoe's bicycle path system. The ride starts and ends at Blue Dog Pizza at the north e...
Board recommends financial relief for counties
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/15/2011 - 3:05pmBy Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau. CARSON CITY – The Board of Examiners today approved a request for more than half a million dollars from a legislative contingency fund to pay the counties for the...
Route, fare changes planned for BlueGo
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/12/2011 - 10:23amBlueGo bus routes and fares are likely to be tweaked by the Tahoe Transportation District board of trustees at their meeting this morning. The changes, if approved, would go into effect after Labor Da...
South Tahoe giving people a reason to visit New Year's Eve
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/11/2011 - 9:46pmLake Tahoe Community College board of trustees on Tuesday unanimously agreed to partner with South Lake Tahoe to bring Snowball Music Fest to the campus as well as the neighboring joint use ball field...
Nevada gaming: Stateline casinos see loss as fiscal year ends
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/11/2011 - 1:00pmCARSON CITY, Nev. - Nevada casinos saw a nearly 16 percent jump in winnings for June, capping the fiscal year with signs that business is beginning to come back.Gaming Control Board Analyst Mike...
Genoa OKs poetry festival contract
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/06/2011 - 4:30pmMINDEN, Nev. - Genoans saddled up on Tuesday for a third Cowboy Poetry & Music Festival.Town board members approved a contract with the Carson Valley Arts Council to put on the event April 26-29, 2...
Tahoe Fund adds five board members
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/31/2011 - 6:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Fund, an nonprofit that is partnering with public agencies to restore and enhance the natural and recreational resources of Lake Tahoe, has named five new membe...
South Shore election season dominated by incumbents
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/30/2011 - 8:27amThere is going to be a new face on the South Lake Tahoe Public Utility District board in December. Marylou Mosbacher, who has served for 21 years, is not running for another term. She knows she will m...
Opinion: School board work — a challenging job
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/28/2011 - 7:10pmBy Vicki Barber. A friend said to me recently, “I didn't know being on a school board would be so difficult. I thought I would just try to help out. This is work.” I imagine most people have s...
Leviathan Mine treatment may set a record
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/28/2011 - 7:10pmContractors for Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board expect this to be a record summer for treatment of acid mine drainage at the Leviathan Mine superfund site in Alpine County. Treatment pre...
Rate increase approved by utility district
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 05/19/2011 - 7:21pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 3 percent increase to sewer rates was approved by the South Tahoe Public Utility Board of Directors Thursday afternoon.The board also took steps towards approving a met...
Bid to name Lake Tahoe cove after Mark Twain fails
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/16/2011 - 10:40amRENO, Nev. - Mark Twain will have to wait to get recognition in the state where he assumed his pen name nearly 150 years ago.The U.S. Board on Geographic Names has rejected a bid by its Nevada coun...
