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Roadwork schedule for $5.5M Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets Project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/17/2019 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After this summer's work is completed on Sierra Boulevard, those driving, walking and riding on the road will enjoy sidewalks, Class 1 and Class 2 bike lanes, parallel parking spots, reduced lane size, lighted sidewalks, underground utilities, landscaping, crosswalks and see the new water quality improvements.
The $5.5 million project on the .6 mile long Sierra Boulevard is funded mostly by grants.
Trevor Noah hits the stage this summer at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/16/2019 - 10:54am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The hilarious host of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” Trevor Noah, is bringing his “Loud & Clear Tour” to the 2019 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Friday, July 5.
Autism awareness event to be held in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 11:13am
Event Date:
April 30, 2019 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In honor of National Autism Awareness Month there is an event on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 to not only bring awareness of autism to the community with a panel discussion, but to celebrate with a silent auction, games, and food. "An Evening With Autism" will be held in the South Tahoe Middle School Multi-Purpose Room from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
2nd Bi-Annual Basin Blitz shows Caltrans renovations help Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 12:03am
The League to Save Lake Tahoe held its second bi-annual Basin Blitz this spring to assess progress in improving Lake Tahoe’s stormwater infrastructure (pipes, drains and sediment-catching basins). These features flow directly into Lake Tahoe and carry fine sediment pollution from our roads and neighborhoods into the lake, further degrading its clarity.
Child Abuse Prevention Month: Strong communities play a roll in preventing abuse
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/08/2019 - 6:32pm
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and offers our community a time to increase awareness of the issues related to child maltreatment, identify strategies to strengthen families and understand how everyone in our community can be an everyday hero for children.
Strong, nurturing communities support families and play a role in preventing child abuse and neglect and promoting child and family well-being. Support can come in the form of helping to watch the kids for a couple of hours,
Barton expands neurological services in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/08/2019 - 4:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Barton Health has expanded the area's access to care and treatment of neurological issues and opened a neurology office in South Lake Tahoe. To staff the new office they have brought on neurology specialist, Rituparna Das, MD to see patients 18 years and older.
Dr. Das is board-certified and experienced in rural health care systems. She was most recently practicing at Adventist Health Feather River Hospital in Paradise, Calif.
STPUD to consider rate increase for adequate fire protection and pipe replacement
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/20/2019 - 8:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Customers of the South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) may be looking at an annual increase on their water and sewer bills of 5.0 to 8.5 percent to cover costs of replacing aging infrastructure and enhancing local fire protection.
During last week's budget workshop, STPUD staff showed the Board what a rate increase could provide to their customers:
- Replacement or rehabilitation of 725,354 feet of steel pipe, water mains, wells and tanks
- Extension of the life of assets
- Replacement of 100,000 feet of pipe used for fire protection
Former South Lake Tahoe resident killed in I-580 crash
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/12/2019 - 11:51am
The Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) has released information about Friday's fatal crash on Interstate 580 that killed a former South Tahoe High student and Carson City resident.
On March 8 at approximately 2:25 a.m., NHP Troopers were dispatched to the scene of a single vehicle crash south of the Galena Creek Bridge, just north of the US-395 Alternate/Bowers Mansion exit.
How full is Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 2:27pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Sierra Nevada has seen epic amounts of snowfall this winter and recent measurements at both Phillips and Mt. Rose show water content of the snowpack well above normal.
Howie's House of Comedy opens in The Loft Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/22/2019 - 7:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local celebrity, radio show host and comedian Howie Nave has teamed up with Paul Reder, co-owner of The Loft Tahoe, to bring national touring comedians to the intimate showroom inside the Heavenly Village.
Howie's House of Comedy will be open every Sunday in the Loft Theater starting March 3. Known for its award-winning magicians from around the world, the theater will now have some of the best names from the world of stand up comedy.
Be part of the El Dorado County film industry
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/21/2019 - 5:31pm
Event Date:
March 22, 2019 - 4:00pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Films, commercials, and television shows are shot all over South Lake Tahoe and the rest of El Dorado County, and many times the local film industry needs the help of the community to fill positions from catering to actors.
To learn how you can be part of the lights, camera, and action, plan on attending the El Dorado Lake Tahoe Film & Media Office annual "I Love Film Mixer" on Friday, March 22 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville.
Registration now open for the High Sierra Youth Softball league
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 11:41pm
Event Date:
March 5, 2019 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Rip, run and steal this season as a player in the High Sierra Softball League. Ages 5 to 16 are welcome to play, even for those who've never played before.
Register online at www.highsierrasoftball.com or drop by two of their sign-up days on March 5 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club or on Saturday, March 23 at the South Tahoe High Gold Gym between 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
That Saturday date will also be a gear swap and skills clinic for all age groups:
Ages 5-8......9:30–10:00 a.m. - Sign-ups and 10–11:00 a.m. - Skills Clinic
South Lake Tahoe man dies after high-speed crash in Dayton
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 6:27pm
A 28-year-old man from South Lake Tahoe died Friday ater a single-vehicle crash on Highway 50 in Dayton, Nev.
On February 1, 2019, at approximately 4:20 a.m., troopers from the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) responded to the report of a serious injury crash on the highway near the intersection of Fortune Drive.
Upon arrival they found two men ejected from a 2000 Audi S4 sedan. The driver, Juan Jesus Orozco of South Lake Tahoe, had succumbed to the injuries he sustained in the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Jewish approach to criminal justice to be studied at Chabad
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/30/2019 - 5:34pm
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Repeats every week until Mon Mar 18 2019 .
February 4, 2019 (All day)
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February 11, 2019 (All day)
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February 18, 2019 (All day)
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February 25, 2019 (All day)
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March 4, 2019 (All day)
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March 18, 2019 (All day) With criminal justice reform center-stage in the United States, Chabad will offer Crime and Consequence, a new CLE accredited six-session course by the acclaimed Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) exploring 3000 years of Jewish perspective on conviction, sentencing, and criminal rehabilitation.
Beginning Monday, Feb. 4 at 7:00pm participants in the course will challenge their thinking, ponder the implications of ancient Talmudic wisdom for complex modern cases, and get to the heart of the most pressing injustices facing our criminal justice system today.
Location
Chabad at Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
Concerns over growing nationwide Social Security scam
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 11:42am
A scam to get social security numbers from unsuspecting residents is growing exponentially and losses of $10 million were reported in the last year.
All okay after vehicle vs. pedestrian collision in Strawberry
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 3:20pm
STRAWBERRY, Calif. - A Sunday afternoon collision between a pedestrian and a Chevy Tahoe left a vehicle overturned and a pedestrian with very minor injuries near Strawberry, west of Lake Tahoe.
Dave Matthews Band returns to Lake Tahoe outdoor arena in 2019
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 2:39pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Dave Matthews Band announced their 2019 North American summer tour dates today and the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys Tahoe is once again on that list.
They will make their fourth appearance at the popular outdoor arena on September 6, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. The previous three shows were all sell outs and fans can expect the same this time.
This is the first 2019 concert to be announced at the Lake Tahoe arena.
Warm up with a fiery violin concerto featuring the great Elizabeth Pitcairn, and the thrilling Oratorio, "Elijah"!
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 5:33pm
Event Date:
February 10, 2019 - 4:00pm TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus presents celebrated American violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn performing one of the 10 greatest violin concertos of all time. And more than 100 singers and instrumentalists bring you Mendelssohn’s spectacular “Elijah.” Hear the concert at Montbleu Casino Theater in South Lake Tahoe/Stateline on Sunday, Feb. 10th at 4:00 p.m.
Other performances will be Feb. 9 - 17 in Incline Village, Gardnerville and Reno.
Column: Building on Lake Tahoe’s Progress
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/19/2019 - 5:40pm
2018 was an extraordinary year for Lake Tahoe, and one of the region’s most successful years in decades. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) assisted by dozens of partners approved landmark programs and projects, including a new Shoreline Plan, a comprehensive update of TRPA’s development rights system, and the U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project.
Hair of The Dog Pet Concierge opens inside Hard Rock Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/14/2019 - 11:17pm
STATELINE, Nev. - A full service pet concierge is now open in Lake Tahoe, one that offers pet grooming, day care, massage, a self-service dog wash and activities for our four-legged friends like hiking, walking and swimming.
To accommodate a growing number of travelers visiting Lake Tahoe with their pets, Hair of the Dog Pet Concierge has opened up inside the Hard Rock Hotel. Not only the above list, pet nutrition and fitness work will be added to their menu of options.
Health assessment of South Lake Tahoe shows mental health and substance abuse at top of needs list
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/30/2018 - 11:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A study on the health needs of the South Lake Tahoe community has once again put mental health and mental disorders at the top of the list, followed by substance abuse, and access to healthcare services.
Every three years Barton Health conducts a Community Health Needs Assessment to identity the key health issues facing the area. They use a systematic, data-driven process to determine the health status, concerns, and needs of residents in the South Tahoe community.
The 2018 results are a follow-up to similar studies completed in 2012 and 2015.
South Lake Tahoe activities to wrap up 2018
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/27/2018 - 1:20am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Shore is full of activity as visitors and locals alike say goodbye to 2018 and welcome in 2019.
Heavy traffic on I80 with chain controls; US50 to South Lake Tahoe much easier drive
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/24/2018 - 12:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - `With holiday travelers and a Winter Weather Advisory both headed to Lake Tahoe, expect delays on the roads.
On I80 near Donner Lake westbound traffic is at a dead stop as drivers head towards chain controls and snow. As of 11:00 a.m. Monday the controls are in place from Kingvale to the Donner Lake interchange with those expected to expand as the storm enters the region.
Public's help sought in two cases with Douglas County Sheriff's Office
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/20/2018 - 12:04am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is asking for the public’s assistance in two recent cases they are working on.
They are attempting to identify a suspect in a slot machine cash voucher theft at Harrah's Tahoe. The unidentified male cashed out the winnings of another person from a slot machine on December 2, 2018.
Please contact Investigator Scott Battcher if you have any information regarding the identity of the subjects in the photograph above. Call him at 775-782-9905 and reference case number 18SO38600.
Carson City woman dies in Douglas County collision
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 10:22pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A Carson City woman died after being struck by a SUV on US-395 early Saturday morning.
At approximately 6:20 a.m., troopers from the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) responded to reports of a crash involving a pedestrian in the area of Cradebaugh Bridge and Stephanie Way in Douglas County.
Interactive map shows plowed bike paths in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/15/2018 - 10:21pm
The Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition has released their first online bike map that shows the Lake Tahoe region’s regularly snow-plowed bike trails.
People searching for a plowed bike route can now toggle a special seasonal layer in the nonprofit organization’s interactive bike map, available online at tahoebike.org/map. Many of Tahoe’s local jurisdiction clear snow from their shared-use paths, typically after they have completed plowing local roads.
Measure T to ban vacation rentals in South Lake Tahoe on way to passing
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 10:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What should be the final count of ballots for the November 6 election in El Dorado County was released today, giving clarity to a hotly contested ballot measure in South Lake Tahoe. The citizen generated Measure T calls for a ban of all vacation rentals in South Lake Tahoe except for those in what is called the "tourist core."
Reno Jazz Orchestra presents "A World of Joy"
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/24/2018 - 10:01am
Event Date:
December 15, 2018 - 2:00pm The spirit of Christmas and Hanukkah come to life as the 18-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) presents “A World of Joy” featuring holiday music from the U.S. to Brazil, Puerto Rico, Israel, Russia, Austria and back. Joining the RJO is Pat Ester’s Gospel Choir starring vocalists Pat Esters, Lori Johnson, David Wells, and Caitlin Collins. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will open the show at the Reno performances.
Letter: South Lake Tahoe Chamber is concerned about pending approval of Loop Road
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/09/2018 - 11:39am
The following is a letter from Duane Wallace, past president of the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce to the Tahoe Transportation District Board. He outlines the concerns their Chamber has expressed about the US 50 South Shore Community
Revitalization Project (Loop Road) EIR process and content.
"It is on the fastest track I've ever seen," he said of the Loop Road project.
Dear Chair Teshara and Commission Members,
South Tahoe High girls soccer team headed to state playoffs
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/06/2018 - 10:38am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe High girls varsity soccer team took care of their opponents all season long and look for more of the same this weekend as they head to the 2018 NIAA 3A State Girls Soccer playoffs.
Sporting an overall 23-2 record and a league record of 17-1, the Vikings beat Truckee 2-1 Saturday in the 3A Northern Championship to take their #1 seed from the north down to Las Vegas.
Body of hiker missing in Alpine County found at bottom of cliff
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/05/2018 - 12:08am
Search and Rescue teams located the body of missing hiker Bradford Dozier on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at the base of a cliff in Alpine County.
A search was initiated after Dozier left on a hike to the Carson Pass area on October 27. His car was found on Sunday at the Evergreen Trailhead. It appears Dozier died after falling 200 feet as he attempted to free climb steep terrain on the north side of Peak 9626 according to the Alpine County Sheriff's Office.
Dozier was described by family and friends as an avid and strong hiker who enjoyed climbing peaks in the Sierras.
Young Frankenstein opens Friday at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/02/2018 - 5:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The popular Mel Brooks musical Young Frankenstein opens on Friday, November 2 at the TADA Theater at South Tahoe High School.
Student actors and musicians will take the stage for six days: November 2 - 4 and 9 - 11. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:00 p.m. and Sundays are at 2:00 p.m. each weekend. The cost is just $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors.
Tickets can be purchased here: https://sths.myschoolcentral.com/asbworks/(S(nkg1n1lt514tu5y3pwji1urj))/apps/webstore/pages/WebStore.aspx?org=9091
Overwhelming support of South Shore Community Revitalization Project at TRPA meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 11:55pm
STATELINE, Nev. - A standing room only crowd was in the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) board room on October 25, 2018 for an updated presentation, and plans for the next steps, of the U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project, commonly known as the Loop Road. It reroutes Highway 50 from its current location in front of Heavenly Village and the casinos to behind Raley's, the Village Center and Harrahs Tahoe.
Over last 20 years, Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe donates over $1M
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/26/2018 - 9:52pm
Through generous contributions made to the Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) club during their annual wine tasting events, the club has been able to give back to the local community over $1,040,822 in scholarships, awards and grants.
Drug Take Back Day in South Lake Tahoe Saturday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/24/2018 - 10:47am
Event Date:
October 27, 2018 - 10:00am
Removing unused, unwanted and expired medications from homes is a huge step in preventing pill abuse and theft, and the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) and the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) will be holding a Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Safeway parking lot.
This is the local's 16th opportunity in the past eight years to get rid of their potentially dangerous medication on the South Shore.
Column: Collaboration key to new Tahoe challenges
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/18/2018 - 7:43pm
Warming temperatures pose major challenges for Lake Tahoe's environment, communities, and the outdoor recreation that drives its economy. Research by University of California, Davis's Tahoe Environmental Research Center, University of Nevada, Reno, and Desert Research Institute clearly shows Lake Tahoe is warming.
Reno Jazz Orchestra Presents … Coomler Conducts!
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/18/2018 - 5:11pm
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Repeats every day until Sat Nov 17 2018 .
November 16, 2018 - 7:30pm
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November 17, 2018 - 7:30pm Don’t miss an evening of classic big band music with the Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) directed by Doug Coomler.
Plan on two great nights in MidTown, Reno, Nevada on November 16 and 17 as the 17-piece RJO will present some of your favorite big band sounds of yesteryear by Sammy Nestico who is best known for his arrangements for the Count Basie orchestra, and other legendary jazz musicians, composers, and educators Stan Kenton, Don Menza, Thad Jones and many others.
Doug Coomler has an accomplished career that includes performances with some of the finest musicians and singers in America.
Community partners bring "Farm-to-School" program to South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 7:17pm
SOUT LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is often said, “It takes a village to raise a child.” In South Lake Tahoe, the same could be said about keeping kids healthy. October is National Farm to School Month, and in South Lake Tahoe, the UC Cooperative Extension CalFresh nutrition education program has partnered with Barton Health and Lake Tahoe Unified School District to implement Harvest of the Month, a statewide initiative that motivates students to make healthier choices and brings fresh, in season produce to all South Lake Tahoe elementary schools.
Blue Angels flying through local skies for this weekend's Aviaion Roundup
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/09/2018 - 4:56pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 14 2018 .
October 13, 2018 - 10:00am
October 14, 2018 - 10:00am
The 2018 Aviation Roundup at the Minden-Tahoe airport will feature the US Navy Blue Angels flying team and 11 different flying acts this weekend, October 13 and 14.
Gates for the airshow will open at 10:00 a.m. on both Saturday & Sunday, and the airshow will start around 11:30. The starting time is subject to change due to scheduling and weather, so please plan on being ready by 11:00 am.
It wraps up between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
There are vendors, food and merchandise available at the event.
The acts:
SLT City Council candidates respond to 100% Renewable Committee questions
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 12:14am
On April 18, 2017 the South Lake Tahoe City Council unanimously passed a resolution to do two things: Power the South Lake Tahoe community with electricity provided from 100 percent renewable sources by 2032; and reduce community carbon emissions from baseline by at least 80 percent by 2040. The 100% Renewable Committee was formed to help the City accomplish these tasks.
Locals headed to Hollywood for statewide movie industry award ceremonies
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/03/2018 - 6:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County and the South Shore are a big part of the Hollywood scene with movies, television shows and commercials filmed often in the area. It takes a lot of partners to make location shoots successful and to recognize those that go above and beyond to make filming successful the California On Location Awards (COLA) are given out.
The COLA nominations were announced this week by the Film Liaisons in California Statewide (FLICS) and one will find nominees from the county and South Lake Tahoe.
Column: Decisions nearing for Shoreline Plan and Development Rights
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/20/2018 - 6:18pm
This September and October, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board will move forward with hearings and final milestone decisions on two significant initiatives: A new Shoreline Plan and an overhaul of the agency’s transferable development rights system.
TRPA will hold hearings for both these initiatives at the Governing Board meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 26, and could hold final votes on them as early as Wednesday, Oct. 24.
Hootchy Kootchy Girls Amateur Fall-tastic show
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/19/2018 - 4:02pm
Event Date:
October 26, 2018 - 8:30pm Come and join us for The Hootchy Kootchy Girls Amateur Fantastic Fall Show on October 26-27 at the Reno Underground! This show has all of the glamour and vintage kitch that The Hootchy Kootchy Girls are known for, with a little Fall-tastic spice.
Channeling the old cabaret shows of the 1940's and 1950's, the Fantastic Fall show has dance, music and comedy. Guest artists include The Retro Radio Dolls, Chad Sweet and the dancers of the Hootchy Kootchy Girls Vintage Cabaret class.
A fun and unique night out!
FRIDAY OCT. 26TH AT 8:30PM (DOORS OPEN 1 HOUR BEFORE THE SHOW)
US 395 and SR 108 open near Boot Fire; Forest closed to public
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/08/2018 - 12:54pm
Firefighers now have a containment line around three percent of the Boot Fire as 6,873 acres have burned. Fire activity moderated yesterday with little fire growth occurring. More than 570 firefighters and numerous helicopters are making headway.
Howie Nave takes his comedy to Carson City this weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/06/2018 - 8:34am
Comedian Howie Nave is taking his show on the road, this time to the Carson Comedy Club inside the Carson Nugget September 7 and 8.
Many around South Lake Tahoe know Howie from his number one morning drive radio show "Howie's Morning Rush" on KRLT-FM (krltfm.com) and from his years of comedy on the South Shore. He has long been a staple in the world of stand up. How long? There's a plaque with his name on it near the entrance of South Lake Tahoe that's he's called home now for almost 18 years.
Prescription: Nature
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/31/2018 - 12:14am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Nature is healing, and a new partnership between the U.S. Forest Service and Barton Health is bringing the benefits of 154,000 acres of wellness around Lake Tahoe to the public.
"Nature is medicine, nutrition is medicine and you don't have to pop pills for health," said Nancy Laurenson of Barton Health during a recent wellness outing on the Rainbow Trail at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center.
Pulitzer prize-winning 'night, Mother opens at Duke Theatre in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/24/2018 - 9:29am
A new South Lake Tahoe theater company has hit the road running with their production of 'night, Mother, a Pulitzer prize-winning play about the relationship between a mother and daughter. Friday, August 24 is opening night and the play will run at the Lake Tahoe Community College's Duke Theatre for two weekends.
Jessie, the daughter, has moved back home after a divorce and is depressed and is done with life and wants to end hers. Her relationship with mother Thelma is explored during the 90-minute play that is full of drama, dark comedy and emotion.
Reward offered in "extreme" Douglas County animal abuse case
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/22/2018 - 10:56pm
A cat suffering from years of neglect was abandoned at the Animal Shelter in Gardnerville, and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying a person of interest.
El Dorado County foster youth receive gift of laptops
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/22/2018 - 3:32pm
Ten El Dorado County area foster youth were all smiles last Saturday, August 18, 2018, when they received the generous gift of technology -- their very own new laptops. The laptops were given to the youth during a small gathering at the El Dorado County Office of Education in Placerville.
Several crashes in South Lake Tahoe this weekend, including one involving pedestrian
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/20/2018 - 12:29pm
First responders around the South Lake Tahoe area were kept busy over the weekend with collisions, a jet ski crash and a major incident involving a pedestrian and vehicle.
On Sunday, August 19 at 12:12 a.m., South Lake Tahoe fire and police departments responded to the intersection of Lake Tahoe Boulevard (Hwy 50) and Lakeview Avenue on the call of a pedestrian versus vehicle crash.
