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Al Roker to discuss climate change at Tahoe's Operation Sierra Storm
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/22/2021 - 11:21pm
Event Date:
January 25, 2021 - 8:00am
Al Roker of NBC’s Today Show fame, will discuss his passion, interest and concerns about climate change, as well as his storied career as keynote speaker at Operation Sierra Storm, the annual television meteorologists’ conference at Lake Tahoe. The public is invited to tune in via Facebook to watch Roker on Monday, January 25.
Operation Sierra Storm (OSS) in an annual weather conference held on the South Shore. Due to health and safety restrictions, the public is unable to attend Monday's event in person, but they are welcome to participate via Facebook.
MontBleu staff credited with saving man's life in swimming pool
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/22/2021 - 1:29pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Staff members at MontBleu Casino Resort are being credited with saving the lives of two people who had been swimming in the hotel's swimming pool. One of the swimmers, a 25-year-old man from Fairfield, Calif., had been underwater for almost two-and-a-half minutes before being pulled from the water.
Officials warn of sledding dangers at unofficial sled hills at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/26/2020 - 3:18pm
Snow, a good slope and a sled in hand are the ingredients needed for a fun day around Lake Tahoe, but first responders are warning the public to only use official sledding locations or that fun can turn to a bad day very quickly.
Sledding is not as harmless as it looks, just ask the roughly 20,000 kids under age of 19 in the United States involved in sledding accidents annually.
Blue Ribbon Awards winners announced during virtual awards show
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 3:46pm
The winners of the 13th annual Blue Ribbon Awards were announced Thursday, November 19 during an awards show shown on Lake Tahoe Television. In place of the annual awards dinner the community was invited to tune in virtually with hosts Chris Fiore from the City of South Lake Tahoe and Meg Peart from the Tahoe Resource Conservation District. If missed, everyone can watch the celebration of the 2020 finalists and winners at https://tahoechamber.org/13th-annual-blue-ribbon-awards-show/ (and don't read any further if you want to be surprised).
Tahoe Chamber announces finalists for 13th annual Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 9:51pm
Event Date:
November 19, 2020 - 6:00pm
The community is invited to attend the Tahoe Chamber’s 13th Annual Blue Ribbon Awards to honor South Shore businesses and individuals that have impacted the community for the better. In place of the annual awards dinner, winners will be announced in an awards show that is pre-filmed and broadcast on Lake Tahoe Television on November 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Those wishing to attend the free event can register in advance on TahoeChamber.org to get direct access to the awards ceremony.
Special online auction to benefit Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 9:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. . – A fun and unique gift and golf-themed fundraising auction in underway to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
More than 50 items can be bid on including golf caddie spots at Edgewood Tahoe during celebrity golf, a one-week vacation in Hawaii, and golf and hotel packages across the country.
The online auction will accept bids through Saturday, November 21 at 7:00 p.m. TO bid, visit https://m.charityauctionstoday.com/m/auctions/BGCLT2020-15641/items.
Nominations announced for the 13th annual Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 1:57pm
The Tahoe Chamber collected 190 nominations from the community for the 13th annual Blue Ribbon Award to celebrate the businesses, non-profits and individuals that make the South Shore of Lake Tahoe so unique. Local businesses have been a resilient backbone of the community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and honoring their contributions, achievements and milestones is more important than ever before.
Monthly gaming report: Casino revenues down In second full month of being reopened
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/30/2020 - 9:17am
STATELINE, Nev. - Nevada’s non-restricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $743,038,562 for the month of August 2020, the third month of casinos reopening in the state after being closed due to the coronavirus. This amounts to a 22.08 percent decrease compared to August 2019, when licensees reported a gaming win of $953,623,896, according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Two victims and two suspects in Stateline stabbing
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/21/2020 - 10:13pm
STATELINE, Nev. - One man was arrested and a manhunt ensued for another after two victims were stabbed at Stateline late Friday, September 18. Deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) responded to a report of a stabbing outside of Harrah's Tahoe at 10:56 p.m. Once at the scene they were flagged down by bystanders who saw two suspects run through the casino's parking lot. Deputies and South Lake Tahoe police officers created a perimeter around the area including the alley at MontBleu, Lake Parkway and the forested areas behind the casino including Van Sickle Bi-State Park.
Freaker's Ball at MontBleu canceled for 2020
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/15/2020 - 2:25pm
The long-running tradition of the Freaker's Ball is taking a year. The 42nd annual event will be waiting one more year but organizers promise it will be better than ever. Originally scheduled to take place Saturday, October 31, MontBleu found itself, like so many venues, unable to host the annual event due to Covid-19 and social distancing guidelines in effect statewide.
Gaming revenues down across Nevada, South Shore revenues down almost 40% in July
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/26/2020 - 7:34am
STATELINE, Nev. - Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $756,793,269 for the month of July 2020, the second month of casinos reopening in the state after being closed due to the coronavirus. This amounts to a 26.16 percent decrease compared to July 2019, when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,024,925,615 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Unauthorized #Lake2o event brings 300-400 cars to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/17/2020 - 3:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A large group of car enthusiasts on top of an already busy summer weekend created a hectic weekend for South Lake Tahoe area law enforcement.
Dubbed #Lake2o, a social media-organized group of about 300-400 modified car owners converged on the town starting Thursday and went through Monday morning, taking over parking lots, parking garages and filling city streets.
Gaming revenues down in state as casinos start back up after closures
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/29/2020 - 8:55am
STATELINE, Nev. - Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $566,806,791 for the month of June 2020, the first month casinos started to reopen in the state after being closed due to the coronavirus. This amounts to a 45.55 percent decrease compared to June 2019, when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,040,978,076 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Eldorado Resorts completes $17.3B merger with Caesars Entertainment
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/20/2020 - 3:05pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Eldorado Resorts has completed its acquisition of Caesars Entertainment Corp., creating the largest casino and entertainment company in the United States.
Eldorado Resorts paid $8.58B in cash and $8.8B in Caesars debt was assumed in the new entity. The new name for the company is Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
Groundbreaking at Lake Tahoe's new Special Events Center at Stateline
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 5:51pm
STATELINE, Nev. - It's been 23 years in the making, and today was the first physical step to bringing the new Tahoe South Event Center to existence. The fence is up around the parking lot at MontBleu Resort, and the first shovels of dirt were moved during a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday.
Eldorado Resorts-Caesars Entertainment merger closer, sale of MontBleu pending
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/03/2020 - 8:23am
Eldorado Resorts has announced the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has accepted a proposed consent order, which concludes its review of Eldorado’s pending merger with Caesars Entertainment Corporation. The FTC’s acceptance of the consent order satisfies all required antitrust clearances for the merger and allows Eldorado to move forward with the merge plans.
The selling of MontBleu Resort Casino in Stateline by Eldorado is part of the deal as Caesars Entertainment already owns both Harveys and Harrah's Lake Tahoe, MontBleu's neighbors.
Casinos preparing to reopen in June with new rules
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 3:39pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Casinos in Nevada are now allowed to open once their new protocol and guidance plans are approved by the state's Gaming Control Board. Since Governor Sisolak's reopening announcement, casino properties have been putting the social distancing and safety measures in place to once again welcome guests.
Sisolak sets target date of June 4 for reopening of Nevada casinos
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/23/2020 - 4:57pm
Casinos in Nevada could be open by June 4 according to an announcement Friday by Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak.
The Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) will be meeting on Tuesday and consider action necessary for reopening. Pending those results, and evaluation of trends in data, the state's gaming industry could reopen. During the NGC meeting there will be a workshop with state and local health officials regarding COVID-19 response measures at resort-hotels.
Events Center approved by Douglas County Commissioners
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/16/2020 - 9:44pm
STATELINE, Nev. - In what has been a hotly debated topic for months between the five Douglas County Board of Commissioners and members of the public, the Tahoe South Events Center passed the final hurdle Thursday. In a 3-2 vote, the commissioners approved bond issuance, the final step in the approval process. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) had previously unanimously approved it.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary donates $20,000 to local nonprofits amidst COVID-19 emergency
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/10/2020 - 12:37pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Due to the catastrophic impact of COVID-19, the Rotary Club of Tahoe-Douglas announced its immediate initial commitment and disbursement of $20,000 in cash grants to four South Lake Tahoe Community proactive support agencies - Tahoe Magic, Christmas Cheer, Giving Angels and Bread & Broth.
The club has been serving the South Shore community since 1965 and just completed an online auction in lieu of their normal annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration.
Letter: Lake Tahoe Event Center- Your support needed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/09/2020 - 10:06am
With coronavirus impacts being our community's major priority, we hope you're staying safe and encourage everyone to stay at home and follow directions from health organizations so we can return to our jobs, schools, and normal lives safely, and as soon as possible. While health wellbeing is the leading concern, the reality of long-term economic impacts from this terrible virus makes the need to plan for a secure future a priority now more than ever.
TRPA approves 6,000 seat Tahoe South Event Center
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 6:28pm
STATELINE, Nev. - The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) board today unanimously approved the Tahoe Douglas Visitor’s Authority Tahoe South Event Center planned for the parking lot area of Montbleu Casino Resort in Stateline. Edgewood Tahoe has donated the 13.3 acres at the corner of Lake Parkway and Highway 50 needed for the center.
Governor orders all Nevada casinos and non-essential businesses to close
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 11:35pm
During a Tuesday evening press conference, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak ordered a statewide closure of all nonessential businesses in the state, including casinos.
The Stateline, Nevada casinos not already closed will close March 17 at midnight. The nonessential businesses in the state must close by noon on Wednesday, March 18.
More closures announced in South Lake Tahoe due to coronavirus concerns
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 5:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a rapidly changing response to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, with businesses, nonprofits, and agencies having to change procedures and policies often.
At this time, the following closures or change to business practices have been announced:
Eldorado Resorts: Montbleu Resort Casino in Lake Tahoe to be sold to Maverick Gaming
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 12:38pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Eldorado Resorts, Inc. and Maverick Gaming LLC have entered into a definitive agreement for the purchase of Montbleu Casino Resort on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary cancels annual St. Patrick's Celebration due to Covid-19 concerns
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 12:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Douglas Rotary Club has decided to cancel its 52nd annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration planned for March 20, 2020, but people may still participate in an online auction and Hawaiian vacation raffle.
The club said, that though no cases of the CoronaVirus Covid-19 have been confirmed in this area, they wanted to keep with its commitment to benefit the community and not hold the popular event.
Tahoe Arts Project to live stream sold out 8th annual Dancing With the Tahoe Stars
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/04/2020 - 8:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Arts Project (TAP) has announced its 8th Annual Dancing with the Tahoe Stars on Saturday, March 7 is sold out. But not to panic if your tickets weren't purchased - they will be live streaming the event for the very first time!
The fun community event will be in the MontBleu Showroom starting at 6:30 p.m. Visit http://tahoeartsproject.org/ to view the popular show via live stream.
Fundraisers set for South Lake Tahoe woman who shattered leg in 20 foot fall
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 3:03pm
Event Date:
February 26, 2020 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On March 26, 2018, during a run down a chute at Kirkwood, Jen Dawn's life changed forever.
The 41-year-old South Lake Tahoe mother of two had completed one run down the sister chutes and was hiking over to the second when she slipped and fell 20 feet off of a cliff onto rocks and ice, landing on her right leg. The fall shattered that leg, lacerated her face and caused tooth loss.
18th annual V-Day fundraiser returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/13/2020 - 11:40am
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Feb 22 2020 .
February 21, 2020 - 7:00pm
February 22, 2020 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A benefit performance of Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues will be held February 21-22 in the MontBleu Convention Center. Known as "V-Day South Lake Tahoe," the 18th annual event will raise funds for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence in the community.
The goal is to raise $15,000 for Live Violence Free, the locally-based nonprofit that provides the tools and resources necessary for these survivors to rebuild, gain independence and thrive.
Where to watch Superbowl LIV in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/01/2020 - 1:05pm
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:
Dylan K Sterling ~ 12/20/84 - 1/11/20
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 02/01/2020 - 11:30am
Dylan Kane Sterling passed away unexpectedly on Jan 11, 2020, in Ecorse, Mich. He was 35-years-old. Son of Kevin and Michele Sterling, brother to William, Joshua and sister Chelsea.
Dylan grew up in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. After graduating from South Tahoe High Scool in 2003 he moved to Phoenix, Ariz. to attend Universal Technical Institute - Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Division. He completed his studies becoming a certified motorcycle and small engine mechanic.
Dylan always loved going for a hike locally with his dog Spanky.
Learn about NV Energy Natural Disaster Protection Plan at public meetings
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 4:18pm
STATELINE, Nev. - The public is invited to take part in one of several meetings over the next two weeks that will go over NV Energy's Natural Disaster Protection Plan (NDPP).
The public is invited to take part as the utility shares key elements of their draft NDPP and solicit feedback before it is filed with the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada by March 1, 2020.
Senate Bill 329 addresses how the utilities will mitigate and respond to wildfires, severe storms and other natural disaster risks in service territories.
Caesars Entertainment announces sale of Harrah's Reno
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/15/2020 - 8:27pm
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.
Lineup announced for Tahoe Arts Project's Dancing with the Tahoe Stars
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/15/2020 - 12:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The much-anticipated pairings for the Tahoe Arts Project's 8th annual Dancing With the Tahoe Stars have been announced!
The local celebrities met their professional partners Tuesday night during a party at the Hard Rock Casino.
"Everyone is super excited about it," said Tahoe Arts Project Executive Director Peggy Blowney.
The stars (on the left) and their dancing partners:
Debbie Brown, owner of Cold Water Brewery with Matthew Slater
Jeff Connor, local musician and California Burger partner with Rhonda Keen
Public invited to panel discussions on Lake Tahoe, Climate Change and Wildfires
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 12:17am
Event Date:
January 27, 2020 - 8:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. - Operation Sierra Storm, a leading national weather conference being held on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe Jan. 26-28, 2020, is a cutting-edge meteorological forum and seminar for network television meteorologists from around the country.
The Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority has invited the public to one of the events during the conference, Fire Conditions, Community Safety and Tahoe Climate Impact, on January 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in Harveys Lake Tahoe Cabaret Theater.
Day 1 of SnowGlobe in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/29/2019 - 11:57am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 9th annual SnowGlobe Music Festival begins its three-day run in South Lake Tahoe on Sunday. Thousands of festival-goers and electronic music fans are flocking to the area December 29-31 to enjoy not only the music on the Community Playfields but to also hit the slopes and partake in some of the official after parties for the 21+ crowd.
South Lake Tahoe community responds to Wishing Tree at Live Violence Free
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/24/2019 - 9:50am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There were 185 wish lists hanging on the tree inside Live Violence Free this year, all from clients who have been served over the past year. The nonprofit agency in South Lake Tahoe provides advocacy and education to promote a violence-free community.
Each client wrote down three gift ideas with ages and likes, and people picked out a hanging ornament with that list, all amounting to about $50 per child.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 11:29pm
Hosting their second Adopt A Day of Nourishment (AAD) this year, Monbleu Resort Casino & Spa was the sponsor for Bread & Broth’s Monday Meal on December 2. “It was a pleasure once again to lend a hand for such an important cause for our community,” shared Michael Carney. Michael, along with Montbleu Resort sponsor team members Mindy Bobadilla and Olimpia Nantz, volunteered three hours of their time to help the Bread & Broth (B&B) volunteers with their sponsorship dinner.
Public input sought at next US50 Main Street Management Plan Open House
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 6:52pm
Event Date:
November 20, 2019 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The third of four open houses to discuss the Highway 50/Main Street Management Plan for the South Shore will be held on Wednesday, November 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel in South Lake Tahoe.
After the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) approved the Highway 50 Revitalization Plan last year, focus has been on the Main Street plan (MontBleu/Lake Parkway to Pioneer Trail).
The Peanuts gang comes to Lake Tahoe in December
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 1:04pm
Event Date:
December 30, 2019 - 8:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Just in time for the holiday season, the Peanuts gang will be visiting cities across North America in A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage, with their final stop in Stateline at MontBleu Resort on Monday, December 30.
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason returns to Lake Tahoe with Feelin' Alright Tour
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 8:51am
STATELINE, Nev. - For over 50 years, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dave Mason has been entertaining crowds, from his days as a founding member of Traffic, to his current days touring the world with his band.
The 73-year-old British rocker had to cancel his September 2019 performance in Lake Tahoe but he is now back on the road, bringing his "Feelin' Alight" tour to MontBleu on Saturday, November 2.
26th annual Golf Classic Silent Auction benefits Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 10:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bid on week-long vacations to Kauai and other paradises, golf packages at private courses around the country, or a chef-prepared dinner for ten in your home during an online auction to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe through Monday, October 28.
More than 30 prize packages are up for bid including hotel packages at Tahoe and Reno hotels/resorts, sports and movie memorabilia, and $1,000 worth of wine. Visit http://bgclt.charitygrow.org/ to make bids.
Online auction to benefit Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe full of fun items
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 11:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bid on week-long vacations to Kauai and other paradises, golf packages at private courses around the country, or a chef-prepared dinner for ten in your home during an online auction to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe through Monday, October 28.
More than 30 prize packages are up for bid including hotel packages at Tahoe and Reno hotels/resorts, sports and movie memorabilia, and $1,000 worth of wine. Visit http://bgclt.charitygrow.org/ to make bids.
Hope Rally dinner at MontBleu to raise funds for those fighting prostate cancer
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 11:00pm
Hundreds of people will be coming together on September 27-28, 2019 to raise money, awareness, and hope for those battling prostate cancer. A rally started Friday with riders heading to Lake Tahoe and Reno for Street Vibrations, will continue with more rides Saturday and wrap up with a benefit dinner Saturday night at MontBleu.
Tickets still available for the Kiwanis Septoberfest
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/19/2019 - 8:00pm
The Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra is holding their 17th annual Septoberfest fundraiser at MontBleu Casino and Resort on September 27, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Tickets include Biergarten, wine tasting, German buffet, silent auction, the popular "envelope opportunity" and live music. This year try your luck at the new "Wheel of Meat" and the beer stein holding contest.
It's not too late to get your tickets. Reserved tables still available. Early bird deadline is September 26, 2019.
Public comment sought at South Lake Tahoe US 50 Main Street Open House
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/26/2019 - 8:41pm
Event Date:
August 27, 2019 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next public US Highway 50 Main Street Management Plan open house will be held on Tuesday, August 27 at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel Tallac Room from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The event will consist of a series of informational stations where residents can give input on the planning stages of this transformational project. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) are seeking comments as different options for the design of the corridor come into focus.
South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth thanks the community for their support
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 10:29pm
The South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth Organization would like to thank the following community members and businesses who so graciously helped our THREE Nevada State Championship Teams (13-year olds, 14-15 year olds, and 16-18 year olds) compete at the Regional Tournament for the Pacific Southwest with their donations! Over 40 local youth benefited from this generosity by getting to play at the “next” level (one step away from the World Series)! The players had an amazing experience thanks to the community support in our little town here on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. THANK YOU ALL!
Kudos: Community supports growing tennis program
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2019 - 3:56pm
A record 246 people participated in the 36th Tahoe Tennis Classic at Zephyr Cove Park this past weekend. The four-day annual event brought people from throughout the United States to our area for competitive and fun tennis.
The tournament is the biggest fundraiser for the Zephyr Cove Tennis Club Foundation. The nonprofit, all-volunteer organization has a contract with Douglas County to operate the six courts. Responsibilities include resurfacing the courts, managing play, and providing instruction for all ages and abilities.
Keep Tahoe Blue volunteers pick up over 1,200 pounds of litter after fireworks
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/05/2019 - 9:14pm
7/10/19 Update - The stats in this story are updated with recalculated totals.
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Today, 402 people volunteered along the shoreline of Lake Tahoe to protect this national treasure. As part of a lakewide cleanup organized by the League to Save Lake Tahoe (Keep Tahoe Blue), participants removed 1240.25 pounds of litter that would have harmed the Lake’s ecology.
30 facts about 30th annual American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 9:02pm
The 30th annual American Century Championship is just one week away, July 9 – 14, 2019. Celebrities from the world of sports, television, comedy and more are headed to Edgewood Tahoe once again. Here are 30+ fun facts about the popular celebrity golf tournament.
1. CLEAR BAG POLICY
