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Douglas County Candidates Forum
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/30/2018 - 3:18pm
Event Date:
May 9, 2018 - 6:00pm The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) and the Tahoe Citizen's Committee are holding a candidates forum for those running for office in Douglas County on May 9 at 6:00 p.m.
The public is invited to the forum which will be held in the Tahoe Visitors Center- Transportation Building, 169 US Route 50, Stateline, Nev.
Special City Council meeting for Brown Act/AB 1234 training and city manager interviews
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 4:57pm
Event Date:
April 30, 2018 - 3:00pm
Words many hear when dealing with public agencies are the words "Brown Act." These words have also been used many times recently in complaints about the South Lake Tahoe City Council. But how many understand their meaning and how they came about?
On Monday, April 30, the City Council will hold a special meeting to take care of a few items prior to their May 1 meeting, and a training on the Brown Act and AB 1234 are part of that.
Deadline looming for Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets Project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/11/2018 - 12:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets project was slated to begin as soon as the 2018 building season began, but some bureaucratic red tape has delayed it. The .6 mile stretch of road will receive Class 1 and Class 2 bike lanes, parallel parking spots, reduced lane size, lighted sidewalks, underground utilities, landscaping, crosswalks and water quality improvements.
Mexican national to do time and pay to fix land used for illegal pot grows in Sierra
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 10:06pm
A 31-year-old man from Michoacán, Mexico was sentenced Monday to two years and two months in prison and ordered to pay $32,712 in restitution to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management for the damage to public land and natural resources.
Mountain Travel Symposium brings 1,100 people from 35+ countries to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/06/2018 - 9:47am
This week provides another chance for South Lake Tahoe to shine as over 1100 people from over 35 countries will descend upon the city April 8-14, 2018 for the 43rd Mountain Travel Symposium (MTS), the largest and longest running annual gathering of mountain travel professionals in the world.
Meeting planners, tourism bureaus, executives from ski resorts and lodging properties and many more will take part in the symposium hosted by the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority (LTVA), Heavenly Mountain Resort, Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel.
STHS grad Kate Lambdin completes challenging Antartica Marathon
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/28/2018 - 8:30pm
When one thinks of Antartica they most likely don't think of the continent as a place to vacation, let alone a place to run a marathon. But 200 runners did just that March 16-17, 2018 when they tackled a challenging 26.2 course on King George’s Island.
Review: Dinner theater in South Lake Tahoe a real treat
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/26/2018 - 10:37pm
For a second year, the Rotary Club of South Lake Tahoe has brought live theater to the Lake Tahoe Golf Course. This year, a production of Divorce Southern Style hits the stage created inside the clubhouse.
I wasn't sure what to expect when I received my tickets, but I was thoroughly impressed and the night was very enjoyable with a great three-course dinner and lots of laughs.
The golf course's brand new bar was unveiled on opening night of "Divorce," so it was the centerpiece before the food and entertainment. Beautifully done with copper and wood throughout.
Man suffers life-threatening injuries after running into snow plow
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/21/2018 - 10:44pm
A man from Reno, Nevada suffered life-threatening injuries on just after midnight on Saturday after his car hit the back of a snow plow on US-395 northbound near the Parr Boulevard
A preliminary investigation by the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) shows that a silver 2014 Nissan Sentra driven by a 44-year-old man was traveling northbound on US-395 in the second travel lane from the left. A yellow Mack Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) snow plow was traveling northbound on US-395 in the left-hand travel lane, ahead of the silver Nissan. The NDOT snow plow was performing
Letter: South Lake Tahoe community benefited by many service clubs
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/21/2018 - 12:47pm
This letter was sent to South Tahoe Now. We will be running all three "Letters to the Editor" received at the same time.
To the community,
Letter: Edgewood committed to community involvement
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/21/2018 - 12:43pm
This letter was sent to South Tahoe Now. We will be running all three "Letters to the Editor" received on the subject at the same time.
The inaccuracies and subjective opinion of a recent news story (not published on South Tahoe Now) compelled us to respond with the facts and true information about the volunteer food and beverage tents at American Century Championship.
Letter: Service club writes on end of relationship with Edgewood
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/21/2018 - 12:43pm
This letter was sent to South Tahoe Now. We will be running all three "Letters to the Editor" received on the subject at the same time.
To Our Community,
It is with great disappointment that Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe has been informed its partnership with Edgewood Tahoe, during the annual American Century Celebrity Golf Tournament, has come to an end.
Two STHS football players commit to play at next level
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/20/2018 - 5:41pm
Two more football players out of South Tahoe High School have committed to play for Division 3 schools, both schools that excel in academics as well as athletics.
Caleb Moretti, who moved to STHS from Whittell High School for his senior year, will be going to the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana to play linebacker for the "Fightin' Engineers." Moretti, who carries a 4.2 GPA will be majoring in Computer Science.
Former SLT judge questions timing of state ethics board action
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/08/2018 - 10:05pm
Steven Bailey, the retired El Dorado County judge now running for attorney general, suggests a state disciplinary investigation tied to his tenure on the bench “was timed to coincide” with his campaign for the Republican nomination.
Truckee Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/07/2018 - 3:47pm
Event Date:
April 20, 2018 - 5:00pm
Tickets are now on sale for the 3rd annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival hosted by Mountain Area Preservation (MAP) on Friday April 20 at the Community Arts Center in Historic Downtown Truckee at 5:00 p.m. This year, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival Truckee will show 13 inspiring and adventurous films, including feature films, SHIFT and Follow Through.
Two Lake Tahoe locals featured on Women Who Dare
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/21/2018 - 4:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - One year ago, South Tahoe Now carried the story of Kerry Gross, a local woman who was setting off on a bike ride across the country as part of her "Women Who Dare" project.
The Women Who Dare podcast, to be released on March 6, follows Gross on her five-month bike ride where she met inspirational women who had a story to tell. She spent the summer of 2017 riding 5,800 miles to meet and interview remarkable women.
Sierra House Elementary holds Olympic Games ceremony
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/09/2018 - 4:35pm
Sierra House Elementary School celebrated the opening of the 2018 Winter Olympic Games on Friday morning with lots of excitement. They had the torch, the cheering fans, the Olympic flag and the national anthem.
A torch relay started at 9:15 a.m. with torch bearing students running their portion of the relay before passing it on to the next runner. The relay circled the school a few times, with each passing of a runner drawing cheers from the crowd of students, parents and faculty.
South Lake Tahoe property to be purchased as part of Bijou Creek Restoration Project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/06/2018 - 3:07pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe agreed Tuesday to accept funds from the California Tahoe Conservancy to purchase a home on Woodbine Road as part of the three-phased, 850-acre Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project.
Soroptimists sew dresses for girls around the world
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/04/2018 - 10:38pm
Joining the efforts to give every girl in the world a dress, local members of Soroptimists International of Tahoe Sierra (SITS) have been sewing away. 100 dresses were made in South Lake Tahoe during two sewing sessions to send to Cuba, Mexico and other points around the globe.
SITS President Diane Imbach has "Dress a Girl Around the World" as her focus this year, and the members have been participating with sewing parties to fulfill her goals.
Grammy award winner Chris Stapleton headed to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/29/2018 - 3:45pm
On Sunday he won three Grammy's, and on Monday, Chris Stapleton announced the stops on his 2018 All-American Road Show and Lake Tahoe is on that list.
Stapleton, along with Brent Cobb and Marty Stuart, will be at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena on July 26, 2018. Tickets will go on sale Feb. 9.
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Stapleton won the Grammies on January 28 for Best Country Album of the Year with his "From a Room, Vol. 1," "Broken Halos" as Best Country Song, and Best Country Solo Performance for "Either Way." He is also the Country Music Association Male Vocalist of the Year three years running.
SNC student's project brings new shed to Bijou Bike Park
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/24/2018 - 1:00am
Not all college seniors know what they'll be doing the day after they graduate, but Weston Park does.
The 23-year-old Sierra Nevada College student is majoring in sustainability with a focus on entrepreneurship. When he graduates in May he is committed to Tahoe Shed Company of South Lake Tahoe.
He has already hit the road running.
For Park's senior project he teamed up with Bret Hackett, owner of green builder Healthy Home Consultants and Tahoe Shed Company, to bring a new and secure shed to Bijou Bike Park.
Domestic violence suspect apprehended after hours-long standoff
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/23/2018 - 10:51am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - A violation of a restraining order in South Lake Tahoe Monday afternoon led to an hours-long standoff, closed off neighborhoods and subsequent arrest of a man with a long history of violence.
On Monday, January 22, at about 4:30 p.m., the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) received a call that Brandon Bannowski, 25, had violated a Restraining Order and allegedly entered the home of his ex-girlfriend, threatened her with a baseball bat and choked her.
South Lake Tahoe wrestler part of WFC Championships
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/15/2018 - 11:52pm
Many in South Lake Tahoe know native son Ryan Wallace, whether it's from his starting to wrestle at age 5, being a high school and middle school coach, or from when the community pulled together in 2014 to raise funds for his new prosthetic leg.
Letters: Flipping CA-4 in 2018 with Sierra Forward
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/14/2018 - 11:28am
Event Date:
January 23, 2018 - 6:00pm Sierra Forward has surveyed and collected data on our district. Join us to learn what the data tells us about how to flip our Congressional District this upcoming election. Join us at South Lake Tahoe Library, 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, California 96150 on Tuesday, January 23 at 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. for an event hosted by SLT Solidarity Network and Sierra Forward.
Recreational cannabis shops running out of this product
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 11:52pm
Less than two weeks after recreational pot sales became legal in California, some of Sacramento’s dispensaries already are complaining about supply problems.
Curtis Ducart, purchasing manager for River City Phoenix and Hugs Sacramento, said the dispensaries haven’t been able to stock many of the edible marijuana products that are popular with people who consume cannabis but don’t like to smoke it. He said the dispensaries only have been able to secure products from three manufacturers instead of the 10 they used when they served only medical customers.
New exhibition celebrates 1960 Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 10:15pm
Event Date:
January 18, 2018 - 6:00pm
A new exhibit that celebrates the 1960 Olympic Winter Games at Squaw Valley is opening at the Fausel House Gallery in Placerville on Friday, January 12 and will be running through March 9.
The curated exhibit will feature art, memorabilia and promotional items from those Olympics, the only to be held in Lake Tahoe and the first to be televised.
Capt. Duffy running for Douglas County Sheriff
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 6:06pm
Captain Joe Duffy of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has announced his candidacy for Sheriff of Douglas County, a job currently held by Sheriff Ron Pierini who has announced he will retire after being in the position since 1997.
From homeless to housed, EDSO Homeless Outreach Team is making a difference
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/26/2017 - 1:46am
"Instead of trying to find a way to eliminate the homeless, we now have the ability to change homelessness with a new approach - and it is working," said El Dorado County Sheriff's Deputy Chris Macras.
Opinion: Working together on traffic and parking at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 5:00pm
The rural mountain lifestyle we all enjoy at Lake Tahoe is not isolated from the major urban areas nearby. On a typical holiday weekend, the Tahoe Basin turns into a recreation thoroughfare as tens of thousands of day and overnight visitors who sustain our local economy drive up from the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, and Reno.
Record number of homeless Carson City kids shop during Holiday With a Hero
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/20/2017 - 10:55pm
The 14th annual Holiday With a Hero campaign culminated Wednesday in Carson City at Walmart after months of fundraising. At least 240 homeless children from across the Carson City School District met with Santa Claus before being paired with first responder heroes for a Christmas shopping spree.
Retired South Lake Tahoe K9 Duke passes
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/17/2017 - 9:48pm
Retired South Lake Tahoe K9 Duke has passed away according to the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association. During his years of service he was responsible for the seizure of almost half a million dollars cash and countless narcotics detection arrests. He had numerous street suspect apprehensions, none of which were ever challenged in criminal or civil court according to his handler, Tony Broadfoot.
Duke had been trained by the Dutch Police in Belgium prior to coming to South Lake Tahoe in December of 2005.
Tony Broadfoot wrote this about Duke on the association's Facebook page:
Tools in place as new VHR rules go into effect in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/17/2017 - 12:42am
The City of South Lake Tahoe put the finishing touches to the new Vacation Home Rental (VHR) ordinance Tuesday, paving the way for what community members have asked for: More enforcement, better monitoring and rules to bring reasonable calm to their neighborhoods.
"This is a code with real teeth," said SLT Police Chief Brian Uhler. "It's a clear and simple message that we're not fooling around. There are strong laws for staff to carry out."
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel wins guest relations award
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/10/2017 - 12:39am
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel won top honors at the California Hotel & Lodging Association “Stars of the Industry” awards for their "My Tahoe" guest relations program.
The annual awards recognize lodging employees and properties that best symbolize the quality service of the industry.
The “My Tahoe” program was born back in 2013 when the property went independent as a Premier Hotel Collection member, and hotel leadership had the opportunity to reimagine guest experience.
Holiday safety tips from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/08/2017 - 12:15am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The holiday season is here! Before you head out the door to finish up or start your shopping, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department would like to take a moment to remind you of a few safety tips.
Vehicle Safety:
Park your vehicle in a well-lit area.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/06/2017 - 1:28am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 416 calls between November 13 - November 27, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
11/13 - 26 Total Calls
Battery in the 900 block of Ski Run Blvd
Warrant in the 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
11/14 - 28 Total Calls
Battery in the 2500 block of William Ave
Brandishing in the 2200 block of Lake Tahoe BLvd
11/15 - 26 Total Calls
Auto Theft in the 2300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
George McCall 1929 ~ 2017
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/03/2017 - 7:39pm
Anyone that knew George knows that he was not only extremely generous, fun loving and tenacious but he was also notorious for playing pranks on nearly everyone he met. Whether he “had to catch a plane” in order to speed up dinner or exaggerated his age by 10 years, he was always one for a smile and a laugh. All of us would describe him as the best husband, father, grandpa and great grandpa we could ask for. Everytime you asked how he was doing, he simply responded with “fantastic.” Which was a perfect reflection of his positive and uplifting personality.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue holiday truck routes
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/01/2017 - 12:18am
The longstanding tradition of a decorated fire engine continues in South Lake Tahoe as the SLT Fire Rescue team sets out on nightly travels through neighborhoods December 10-24. Each nigh the South Lake Tahoe Christmas Engine will leave Station 3 at the Y at 5:00 p.m. and the firefighters will be passing out candy canes to everyone who comes out to see them!
Sunday December 10 - Keys/Venice Blvd
Monday December 11 - Glenwood area
Tuesday December 12 - Keys Blvd/State streets
Wednesday December 13 - Barton/Tahoe Island park
Thursday December 14 - South Y / Tata Lane area
Kudos: Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless thankful for $15K gift
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/29/2017 - 9:57pm
Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless is grateful to the Sierra Health Foundation for awarding a grant of $15,000 for the operation of the South Lake Tahoe Warm Room in 2017-2018. The Sierra Health Foundation is an independent foundation committed to supporting health-related activities in Northern California. The South Lake Tahoe Warm Room is an overnight emergency shelter that operates only during the winter months in our community.
South Tahoe High runner headed to St. Mary's College
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/16/2017 - 11:26pm
It all started when she joined her mom on Saturday runs while in elementary school. By third grade she was hooked and by fifth grade she found she loved to compete in track meets. In middle school she loved the "Pumpkin Runs" and through high school she consistently made it regional and state meets.
Today, South Tahoe High Senior Ally Sullivan signed a letter of intent to attend St. Mary's College to run on their Division 1 track team. Joined by parents Dan and Deni Sullivan, and brothers Josh and Matt, Ally signed in front of coaches and friends.
Letter: Let's rally around those who care for our earth, people, and community
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/12/2017 - 12:05am
The next election is around the corner and civic life in America is as fragile as our generation has ever seen it. Let's decide now to rally around leaders who prioritize care for others above personal gain or party lines. Let's rally around caring for our earth, for people, for communities. This feels like a new idea because care challenges the perverse rationale of greed and the foolish habit of partisan divisions we are so used to. We must actively resist the messages of the market that say we need to stay hooked on getting more things to be happy.
Lake Tahoe ski areas planned opening dates
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/08/2017 - 8:42am
After a winter of historic snowfall and atmospheric rivers, what will 2017-18 have in store?
That has yet to be seen, but many resorts around the Lake Tahoe Basin are making plans for opening even without that "one good dump."
Planned opening days:
Heavenly Mountain Resort - Nov. 17
Kirkwood Mountain Resort - Nov. 22
Sierra-at-Tahoe,- mid-November
Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows - November 17
Northstar - Nov. 17
Mt. Rose - Nov. 4
Boreal - Nov. 8
Homewood - Dec. 8
Diamond Peak - Dec. 14
Last chance to buy tickets for TWCF dinner honoring local principal
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/29/2017 - 11:20am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Monday is the last day to buy tickets for the Tahoe Women's Community Fund (TWCF) annual Membership Celebration Dinner on Thursday, November 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Harvey's Lake Tahoe.
Ticket sales will close at noon. They can be purchased for $35 HERE.
Bread & Broth needs volunteers for their growing programs
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/25/2017 - 11:17pm
Bread & Broth, an all volunteer organization whose mission is to ease hunger in the Lake Tahoe South Shore community, has volunteer opportunities for those who are looking to give back and join their ‘heart warming’ efforts to help others.
Bread & Broth (B&B) has grown over the last eight years and now offers the following programs:
- Monday Meal, which is a full-course dinner service every Monday at St. Theresa Grace Hall from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
- Second Serving at Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church which provides soup and a simple entrée every Friday from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Guide to Nevada Day activities in Carson City
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/25/2017 - 1:46pm
It’s that time again. The Battle Born state celebrates its admission to the United States on the last Friday of October, with the annual Nevada Day parade on Saturday. New this year is a ‘Passport to Downtown’ event on Friday. Also new this year is the one-night-only curated art show, Capital Collage, on Friday night featuring over 20 diverse artists and organizations.
South Lake Tahoe hockey games to raise funds for Santa Rosa fire victims
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/20/2017 - 12:54pm
The Santa Rosa Flyers, the amateur youth hockey teams based at Snoopy's Ice in Santa Rosa, Calif., will be in South Lake Tahoe this weekend for season games against South Tahoe Amateur Hockey Association's Tahoe Grizzlies. Thirteen families from the Santa Rosa hockey organization lost their homes in the recent wildfires.
Lake Tahoe Marathon events around the lake; Some road closures
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/13/2017 - 4:59pm
The kickoff events are now in the record books, and racers are now preparing for the rest of Lake Tahoe Marathon week to get started. Please note, State Route 89 will be closed to vehicle traffic in each direction around Emerald Bay from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 15 during the Lake Tahoe Marathon. Motorists should be aware of runners along the highway from Homewood to South Lake Tahoe.
Saturday, October 14
9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Tahoe Sport & Fitness Expo - Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Tahoe Women's Community Fund Membership Celebration Dinner
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/02/2017 - 8:42pm
Event Date:
November 2, 2017 - 6:00pm
Sierra House Elementary Principal Karin Holmes will be awarded the Woman of Distinction Award at the Tahoe Women’s Community Fund (TWCF) annual Membership Celebration Dinner on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Harvey’s Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino.
Lake Tahoe non-profits invited to apply for $51,000 in grants from American Century Golf
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/21/2017 - 6:06am
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority has opened the 2017 American Century Championship grant period, encouraging South Lake Tahoe non-profits to apply for a portion of $51,000 to be given to the community.
Fire Fest returns to the South Shore
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/20/2017 - 2:15pm
Event Date:
September 30, 2017 - 10:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Helicopters, fire trucks, K-9s and demonstrations are just a few of the activities planned for 23rd annual Fire Fest on Saturday, September 30, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. outside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe.
Admission is free and the event is a great opportunity for families to have fun while learning about safety and conservation.
Thief steals generator from South Lake Tahoe youth bike program - Reward offered
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2017 - 9:50pm
UPDATE 12:10PM: Secret Witness has added a $500 reward for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. Those calling will remain anonymous. Call (530) 541-6800 with information.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Someone broke into the storage trailer at Bijou Bike Park and stole the generator used to run the gates and audio for kids races at the park.
Between 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 5 and 9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, September 6, the lock on the trailer was cut and the equipment stolen. Bijou park manager Chris McDade saw the open door today and called police.
Finding the words to talk about suicide
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2017 - 5:00pm
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and South Tahoe Now will be running a series of stories on suicide prevention.
Each year, more people die from suicide than war, homicide, and natural disasters combined.
The good news is that suicide can be prevented if the signs are detected and the right actions are taken.
