south tahoe
Barton Health fills CFO and CMO spots from within
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 12:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a national search, Barton Health has announced they hired from within to fill two key spots on their executive team.
Kelly Neiger, CPA, MBA is now the new Chief Financial Officer and Matthew Wonnacott, MD has been selected as the new Chief Medical Officer for the South Lake Tahoe non-profit healthcare system.
STHS Alpine Ski Team showing Warren Miller ski movie "Face of Winter"
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 12:28pm
Event Date:
February 2, 2019 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE,Calif. - Warren Miller's ski movie "Face of Winter" will be shown at the South Tahoe High School TADA Theater on Saturday, February 2, 2019, at 7:00 p.m.
The school's Alpine Ski Team is showing the film as their annual movie night fundraiser. Tickets are $15 and available from any ski team member, Coach Ms. Bedwell, or at the door. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. There will be a silent auction, door prizes, and snacks available for purchase. All profits raised go to purchase uniforms and equipment for the ski team.
Public meeting to discuss possible rate changes for South Tahoe Public Utility District
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/30/2019 - 2:59pm
Event Date:
February 7, 2019 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A rate increase for the next five years is being considered by the South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) to fund the replacement, repair or upgrades to the local water and sewer system.
With much of the system building in the 1950s and 1960s, there are problems that need to be addressed to ensure reliable delivery of high-quality drinking water and provide adequate fire flow for our community.
Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/29/2019 - 3:46pm
Event Date:
April 26, 2019 - 4:00pm The annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show will be held on Friday, April 26, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, April 27, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The show will be staged in the South Tahoe Middle School Multi-Purpose Room, behind the bus garage and next to the track, entrance off Al Tahoe Blvd.
Admission to this show is FREE, and free door prize drawings will be held every twenty minutes with prizes going to show attendees.
South Lake Tahoe woman's cross country run/walk nears completion
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/29/2019 - 11:24am
The journey started as South Lake Tahoe resident Ari Ramos touched the Atlantic Ocean and left Jacksonville, Florida on January 28, 2016, , and if all goes well it will end this February when she touches the Pacific Ocean at the Santa Monica Pier.
South Lake Tahoe Police Sgt. Travis Cabral graduates from leadership institute
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 10:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The job of a police sergeant is a multi-faceted one as they play many different roles in the course of an average day with expectations they excel at each of them at all times.
An article on PoliceOne.Com calls the sergeant a police force's MVP, one who leads by example, enforces agency policies and procedures, and communicates and supports agency policy, all while being the linchpin between the community, management, and line personnel.
South Lake Tahoe Police report big jump in vehicle thefts
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 9:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Followers of South Tahoe Now's police log have long known that the number of local auto thefts has been a concern of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) for the last several years, but they are now seeing a disturbing trend with a large spike in the crime over the past year.
In 2018 SLTPD investigated 70 auto thefts, with 60 of them being crimes committed in the city limits. This reflects as 30 percent increase in the thefts in the last two years, 52 percent since 2008.
Kili Ongoy named STAR Rookie of the Year
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 6:22pm
Chase International’s Kili Ongoy was named Rookie of the Year by the South Tahoe Association of Realtors earlier this month. Ongoy has been with Chase since August of 2017. She serves on the association’s planning commission and was inducted as vice president.
ONE TAHOE launched to address transportation needs around the lake
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 1:58pm
Event Date:
January 29, 2019 - 4:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, CA/NV – Lake Tahoe needs our help. The “Jewel of the Sierra” is being loved to death. The vast amount of trips being made by motor vehicles have contributed to severe traffic congestion, unsafe conditions for cars, pedestrians, and cyclists, mounting air pollution, declining lake clarity, and other negative impacts.
Barton Health nurses vote for one-day strike if necessary
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 1:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The nurses at Barton Hospital in South Lake Tahoe who voted to organize in November 2017 have voted to strike for one day if necessary should their union and management fail to come to an agreement on issues that concern them at the bargaining table.
"Progress has stalled out," said Barton nurse Beth Dameral. "We haven't heard back on the healthcare issue."
Column: South Shore domestic violence survivors speak out
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 6:49pm
The following is the first of many stories that Blue Marie Balcita will be writing for South Tahoe Now on a myriad of subjects. Blue, a 19-year-old student at Lake Tahoe Community College, is the author of five books, a contributor to three more and recently started the college's new newspaper, 1974.
Do you know what it is like to look at the person you love and see hatred reflected back to you? Do you know what it is like to move mountains for a person
"Stop the Bleed" presented to Lake Tahoe Unified teachers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 11:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Teachers at South Tahoe High stayed after school Tuesday to learn what Homeland Security and the FBI want them to - how to correctly apply a tourniquet and help survivors should there be a mass casualty event.
Level III Trauma Center surgeon, Kimberly Evans, MD, FACS and Barton’s Trauma Program Manager, Cate Neal, RN joined South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Captain Kim George in presenting "Stop the Bleed," a programs created by the Department of Homeland Security and American College of Surgeons to teach lay people how to care for trauma victims.
Standstill on South Lake Tahoe area highway and streets; Groups looking into solution
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 8:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's almost a perfect storm for traffic in Lake Tahoe: extra visitors in town for the holiday weekend and epic ski conditions with snow and chain requirements over US50 and Echo Summit.
On Monday, locals and visitors alike were part of that storm, leaving motorists stranded along US 50, Lake Tahoe Blvd., and all surface streets in Meyers that have a link to the highway over Echo Summit.
Column: Simple Ways to Live Happily
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/21/2019 - 11:59am
I was recently watching the movie Castaway. This time, as I watched, I thought about how it was filmed. As the movie begins, Tom Hanks’ character has a bit of a belly. As the story progresses he becomes thinner and more muscular. I assume the effect was created by filming in reverse; he began as thin and muscular and gained the weight afterward. I began thinking about how easily we can change when we put our minds to it.
Arrest in Carson City related to Reno homicide investigation
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 12:43am
UPDATE 1.20.19 - The 19-year-old man who was arrested in Carson City Saturday night is the suspect in all four Northern Nevada murders according to law enforcement. Find updated story on press conference here - http://southtahoenow.com/story/01/20/2019/suspect-all-four-northern-nevada-murders-custody
CARSON CITY, Nev. - One person is in custody tonight in connection with the investigation into Wednesday's double homicide in South Reno.
Registration for South Tahoe National Little League now open
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/19/2019 - 11:58pm
Event Date:
January 30, 2019 - 5:00pm
Ready to play ball? Just 60 days until spring but signups for South Tahoe National Little League begin in January. Children eligible to play must be born between September 1, 2006 to December 31, 2014.
Registration
Is now open on line - https://tshq.bluesombrero.com/southtahoenllca. Visit this site to register and get a list of needed documents before attending the following days:
Kahle Community Center - Wednesday, January 30 - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
South Tahoe Ice Rink - Monday, February 4 - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Fees:
Soroptimists honor South Tahoe High and Whittell High girls
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 1:56pm
Ten senior girls at South Tahoe High School and Whittell High Schools were honored by the Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe club on Wednesday for their service to the community and their leadership, athletic and academic achievements.
For over 30 years the club has honored local students via their "Women of Distinction" award program.
This year's recipients:
South Tahoe High - Emily Dilts, Summer Furrer, Rita McCann, Megan McGill,
Kylie Pilkinton, Zyena Tolhurst
Whittell High - Brianna Johns, Rebecca Petty, Melanie Sanchez, Anna White
Youth invited to take part in "Dance Team for a Day" at STHS
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 11:31pm
Event Date:
January 19, 2019 - 10:00am
It's time once again for local youth to take part in the annual "Dance Team for a Day," a great opportunity to train with the South Tahoe High School Dance Team and perform during halftime at Saturday's basketball team.
All youth in grades 1-8 can participate.
“Elevate Your Palate” Restaurant Week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 3:23pm
Event Date:
January 20, 2019 (All day)
The unique cuisine, craft breweries and beer bars of South Lake Tahoe will be highlighted during Elevate Your Palate Restaurant Week January 20-27, 2019. There will be promotions and specials offered througout the South Shore during the week.
Everyone is encouraged to enjoy the locally brewed craft beers and specialty dishes offered.
Sierra House Elementary students move to full-day schedules at STMS/Al Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/13/2019 - 12:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Since a fire destroyed a section of Sierra House Elementary on November 11, 2018, students and staff have been dealing with the smoke damage, relocation, and minimum school days.
Just before the winter break classes were held at the Al Tahoe Elementary school site, home of the Boys & Girls Club, but that plan will now change starting January 14, 2018.
After 28 years, Richard Solbrig retires as head of South Tahoe Public Utility District
Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 5:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For many, Richard Solbrig has been the only person they knew as the general manager of South Lake Public Utility District.
On Wednesday, Janury 9, 2019, Sobrig retired.
The district's board of directors unanimously approved a resolution during their January 3 meeting, honoring Solbrig for he service that began in 1990. He has been their general manager since 2003.
SnowGlobe gives back to the South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 7:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - SnowGlobe’s 2018 is over but their donations to the local community will continue for months, years and decades to come.
SnowGlobe donated fresh food, water, personal items and clothing to 11 local charities, including Live Violence Free, The Warm Room (Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless), South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center, the Lake Tahoe Boys & Girls Club, Christmas Cheer, Tahoe Youth & Family Services, St. Theresa’s Church and their Bread & Broth program, Focus, Case de Fida, and the Reno/Sparks Gospel Mission.
First baby of 2019 arrives in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 6:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first baby of the new year has arrived in South Lake Tahoe at Barton Health's Family Birthing Center. On January 2, 2019 at 5:38 p.m., a baby boy weighing in at 7 lbs. 8 oz. and 21" long was born to local residents Mordey and Shaina Richler.
This is the fourth child for the Richlers, who run Chabad Jewish Center. As customary with his parent's faith, Baby Richler will be named when he is eight days old.
Nancy Kerry named the new town manager for Frisco, Colorado
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 12:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Former City Manager Nancy Kerry has been hired as the new town manager for Frisco, Colorado, a mountain hamlet that is an international skier destination due to its proximity to four resorts - Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin.
SnowGlobe teams up with Waste-Free Earth, Sugar Pine Foundation and others for sustainable festival
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 2:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many see the annual SnowGlobe Music Festival in South Lake Tahoe differently - some as a concert, others as noise. What many don't know is the sustainable platform organizers have established over the years.
Each year SnowGlobe and their partners Waste-Free Earth, Chris's Cleaning, Full Circle Compost and South Tahoe Refuse work together on reducing and reusing the waste created at the festival, and with the Sugarpine Foundation to plant trees for future forests.
Thank you for making 2018 a great one - looking forward to a fabulous 2019!
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 1:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As we say goodbye to one year, and welcome in another, I would be remiss without saying a big "Thank You" to all of the South Tahoe Now readers, contributors and advertisers!
As the only daily digital newspaper serving South Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area it is a tough job to be get everything needed to everybody, but I try! I appreciate the tips and ideas, thank you.
Highway snow play creating unsafe conditions on I80 as well as US50
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/31/2018 - 9:55pm
On December 27 South Tahoe Now published an article about the unsafe practices of motorists seeking snow play along Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe and on Echo Summit, and now Caltrans is echoing that warning for other highways in the Sierra, especially Interstate 80.
Caltrans is reminding motorists that snow play is not permitted in State Roadside Rest Areas (SRRAs) or alongside highways, onramps or offramps for the safety of the public and other drivers.
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 prepares for SnowGlobe - Important road closure and noise information
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/27/2018 - 8:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Thousands of music fans and dozens of performers are headed to South Lake Tahoe for the 8th annual SnowGlobe Music Festival from December 29-31. Before they get here, hundreds of workers are spending many hours preparing the scene from the delivery and installation of stages, tents, electrical cables, ski jumps, trailers, vehicles and port-a-potties.
South Lake Tahoe playfields protected by mats prior to arrival of SnowGlobe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/24/2018 - 2:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In less than one week thousands of electronic dance music and festival fans will flock to South Lake Tahoe for th eighth annual SnowGlobe Music Festival which runs December 29-31.
Before anything started to be assembled at the Community Playfields on Al Tahoe Blvd., which are home to SnowGlobe, three different types of mats went onto the field surface to protect it from damage, almost 240,000 square feet total. In 2017 the new fields suffered major damange before local youth ever got a chance to play on them, something SnowGlobe organizers repaired.
Kudos: STAR thanks community for Giving Tree donations for Boys & Girls Club
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 7:15pm
With the holiday season just around the corner and the children starting their winter break, the South Lake Tahoe Association of REALTORS® (“STAR”) would like to thank everyone who participated in the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe’s Wish Tree this holiday season. It was a huge success, with a collection of donations from Realtors, members of the Tahoe Arts Alliance and community members at large.
Four new officers sworn in for South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 5:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two South Tahoe High graduates are among the four newly sworn in officers for the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD).
Jason Fritz and Grant Fagen were sworn in at City Hall on Friday, Jason Nixon was sworn in on Thursday as he graduated from the Sacramento Police Academy and John Miller started work in October.
DEA arrests two South Lake Tahoe residents on drug charges
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/20/2018 - 5:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Federal agents were in South Lake Tahoe on Tuesday to arrest two local men after a three-year-long investigation into their illegal drug activities.
On December 18, 2018, the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) with assistance from the Tri-County Drug Enforcement Task Force (TRIDENT), South Lake Tahoe Police Department and El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office served a federal search warrant at a home on the 2300 block of Tahoe Vista Drive.
STPUD board meeting to highligh 2018 water and sewer improvements
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/20/2018 - 1:16am
Event Date:
December 20, 2018 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In 2014, the South Tahoe Public Utility District’s Board of Directors approved a series of annual rate increases to fund more than $50 million in critical improvements to South Tahoe’s water, wastewater, and recycled water systems. These upgrades lower long-term costs, improve fire flow, protect the environment and ensure longterm, quality service. On Thursday, December 20, 2018 at 6 p.m. the District will host a public meeting on the upgrades to the water, sewer and recycled water systems, and the ongoing improvements still needed.
Moose Lodge delivers 50 boxes of food to South Lake Tahoe families
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 8:37am
For eight years the South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge 1632 has supplied boxes of food supplies for local families in need, and this year will be no different.
On Tuesday, members of the lodge delivered 50 decorated boxes to the Family Resource Center, each packed full of a ham, vegetables, canned goods, pasta, potatoes, bread, tortillas and everything else needed to feed a family a big holiday meal, and then more for leftovers.
Dreda Dre holds 9th annual Christmas Giveaway in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 5:52pm
Event Date:
December 22, 2018 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Globetrotting rapper and hip-hop artist Dreda Dre is once again hosting the annual Christmas gift giveaway in South Lake Tahoe. On Saturday, December 22, the ninth annual event will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center.
South Lake Tahoe apartments found to be unsafe - tenants must vacate
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 3:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Six families in South Lake Tahoe don't know where they will be spending Christmas after receiving notice Wednesday that the apartment building they've been calling home was found to be unsafe, giving them until Monday, December 17 to find a place to live.
South Lake Tahoe and medical community mourn loss of Dr. Stephen Bannar
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 5:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many in the community were just getting their day underway on Thursday when they heard of the passing of Dr. Stephen Bannar, a respected orthopedist whose talent was known beyond the borders of our country.
Grizzlies host weekend of hockey in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 1:01am
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Dec 16 2018 .
December 15, 2018 (All day)
December 16, 2018 (All day)
The South Tahoe Amateur Hockey Association (STAHA) Grizzlies are hosting a weekend of hockey December 15-16 at the Lake Tahoe Ice Arena for their U10, U12 and U14 teams. Opponents include the San Jose Sharks junior team, the Cupertino Cougars and Santa Clara Blackhawks.
The Grizzlies are a youth developmental travel ice hockey program who participate in the Norcal Youth Hockey League. Their 14B team is undefeated and is bringing their 10-0-1 record into the weekend's play.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 10:49am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
A Beautiful Hump Day with Partly Cloudy to Clearing Skies and Miles of Machine Groomed Corduroy to Carve Up… Don’t forget the Sunscreen… Have Fun & Be Safe!
Today’s Weather: Partly Cloudy Skies in the morning the clearing. Highs: 41F-46F (31F-36F on the Slopes). West winds around 10 mph shifting to the east with gusts up to 35 mph in the afternoon. Ridge gusts up to 70 mph in the morning..
Tonight: Partly Cloudy. Lows: 11F-21F. South winds 10-15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the evening.
Gingerbread displays at Harrah's and Harveys depict Virginia City
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/11/2018 - 3:34pm
Just in time for the holidays, elves from the Harrah’s and Harveys Lake Tahoe bakery departments have created two “Gingerbread Virginia City” displays in the lobbies of both of their lobbies.
It took 400 pounds of fresh secret gingerbread spiced dough and 120 pounds of royal icing to create the hundreds of gingerbread cutout, house, numerous frosted candies, candy canes and pinecones which are part of the displays. There was also 200 hours of craftsmen-like hard work accomplished with the help of five of Harrah’s and Harveys top international culinary students working on the projects.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/11/2018 - 11:13am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
A Terrific Tuesday ahead with Mostly Clear to Partly Cloudy Skies and Miles of Machine Groomed Corduroy to Carve Up… Have Fun & Be Safe!.
Today’s Weather: Expect Partly Cloudy Skies. Highs: 38F-48F (28F-38F on the Slopes). Light Winds.
Tonight: Partly Cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows: 17F-27F. Southwest winds 10-15 mph. Ridge Gusts uo to 50 mph after midnight.
Zachary "Zachy" Andrew Harris ~ 7/1/00 - 12/3/18
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 11:14pm
On Monday, December 3rd, Zachary (Zachy) Andrew Harris passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident in San Luis Obispo, California. He was born in South Lake Tahoe, California on July 1, 2000. Zachy graduated from South Tahoe High School in June 2018 and attended Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo.
Fund set up for South Lake Tahoe family who lost son in San Luis Obispo crash
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 11:23pm
It was a tragedy no parent, brother, relative or friend should have to go through. Just after 3:00 p.m. on Monday, December 3, 2018, 18-year-old Zachary Harris died at the scene of a vehicle crash on Highway 1 between Cuesta College and San Luis Obispo. His car struck a large tree off the highway.
Zachary, a 2018 graduate of South Tahoe High is the son of Marjorie and Duane Harris and brother of Tyler and Brandon. He was a freshman at Cuesta College.
Special City Council meeting Monday; Big agenda for Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 11:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There will be a special City Council meeting on Monday, December 10 at 5:00 p.m.
The councilmembers will officially accept the November 6 election results. Per Elections Code the City Clerk must certify the results of the election to the City Council.
For South Lake Tahoe this means certifying the fact that three councilmembers, Cody Bass, Devin Middlebrook, and Tamara Wallace, won the election along with Sue Blankenship as city clerk, Dave Olivo as city treasurer, and Measure T passed.
Sleigh rides, Santa, cookies and fun at Holidays in History in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 2:47pm
Event Date:
December 15, 2018 - 11:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Step back in time at the Lake Tahoe Historical Society's annual Holiday in History event on Saturday, December 15, 2018. This special day has become a family favorite and you don't want to miss it.
All day long the museum and historic cabin will be open for all to enjoy the decorations on display during free tours - doors open at 11:00 a.m. These will also be a Victorian Christmas scene in the museum. The bookstore is open for those on your gift list and a giant snowflake is free with all purchases $25 or over.
South Lake Tahoe teen killed in San Luis Obispo crash
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 2:49pm
A South Tahoe High graduate has been identified as the victim in a single car crash on Highway 1 just after 3:00 p.m. Monday, December 3, 2018.
According to a press release from the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff-Coroner, the sole occupant of the vehicle was 18-year-old Zachary Andrew Harris of South Lake Tahoe.
Sheriff's deputies and officers from the California Highway Patrol responded to a single vehicle versus tree collision at Highway 1 and Stenner Creek Road, in-between Cuesta College and San Luis Obispo.
He was declared dead at the scene.
Vail Resorts gives $1.9M to 93 Tahoe-Truckee area nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 9:37pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During their annual community grant EpicPromise celebration, 93 local nonprofits were awarded a total of $1.9 million in cash as well as additional in-kind product support. Across the company, Vail Resorts will give $11.4 million in support to more than 250 community non-profits over the upcoming year.
Each year Vail gives away money and product to groups serving the communities they have resorts located. For Kirkwood, Heavenly and Northstar, support was given to support the health and resilience of the Truckee and South Lake Tahoe communities.
Christmas gifts for young Camp Fire victims being collected at Liberty Utilities
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/03/2018 - 4:51pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On the heels of their successful supply drive for the victims of the recent Camp Fire in Paradise, Liberty Utilities is now collecting new toys and new clothing for the youngest of the displaced residents.
The local power company is collecting new and unwrapped clothes and toys for kids ages 0-17 Monday through Thursday, December 3-6 at both of their Lake Tahoe offices.
All collected gifts will be delivered to children in the Paradise area on Friday, December 7, just in time for the holidays.
Caltrans thanks South Lake Tahoe businesses and drivers for patience during highway project
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/03/2018 - 12:44am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Phase II of the three-year, $57,000,000 Highway 50 project from the Y to the Trout Creek Bridge in South lake Tahoe is complete and Caltrans will back in the Spring of 2019 to work on the final phase.
The project is a water quality project that has also addressed ADA compliance on curbs, widened bike paths to six feet, added bus pullouts, replaced curbs, gutters and sidewalks, added new pavement, added one stop light, and will have replaced two others and added left turn lane improvements at Sierra Boulevard when it wraps up next year.
