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Thanksgiving contest submissions due Wednesday
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 9:39amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What are you most thankful for this year? Your adorable pooch? Loving family? Best friend? The return of winter? Tell us on our Facebook page and you could win a 14-16...
Whittell volleyball 2nd in state, Truckee wins its
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/13/2011 - 2:41pmIn a rematch from a year ago, Whittell High was hoping for a different outcome. Instead, Yerington is the repeat state volleyball champs for Division 2A, with the Warriors again second best in the sta...
Nepheles, Silkwood wow crowd at Soroptimist
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/12/2011 - 7:13pmA line at the table was a good indicator Silkwood would end up being the people's choice for best winery Friday night at the annual Soroptimist International South Lake Tahoe wine tasting. The Mod...
Proud to Say: Highlighting more fall athletes
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/12/2011 - 6:00amContinuing with last week's column, I'd like to continue with highlighting athletes that have stood out for me over the fall season. They might not be the best athletes on the field, but players th...
Grizzlies hold their own against the division's best
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/11/2011 - 1:09pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - This past weekend the Tahoe Grizzlies Bantams (ages 13 & 14) hosted the undefeated Santa Rosa Flyers in a back-to-back weekend series. The Grizzlies hadn't played in a...
Angora fire restoration draws complaints
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/11/2011 - 11:55amA prescribed forest burn in the Angora fire area caused quite a stir earlier this month after wind gusts of up to 50 mph carried some of the burn slash piles and brush further than what was comfortable for nearby homeowners.
The U.S. Forest Service, however, says that at no point did the prescribed fire, which consisted mostly of slash piles and dead trees, get out of hand and the agency remains both cautious about its undertaking and empathetic to nearby neighbors who rebuilt their homes following the June 2007 Angora fire.
Area fishing report through November 16
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 11/10/2011 - 7:26amHere is this week's fishing report through Nov. 16 for lakes, rivers and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and southern Oregon.
Ownership change at Timber Cove closes restaurants
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/09/2011 - 1:57pmBoth restaurant locations will be operated by the family trust that has taken over operation of the South Lake Tahoe pier as well as the Best Western Timber Cove Lodge. Bob Maloff, who had owned the p...
Get thankful and win a turkey
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 11:45amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What are you most thankful for this year?Your adorable pooch? Loving family? Best friend? The return of winter?Tell us on our Facebook page and you could win a 14-16 p...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Kortge best choice for utility district
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 9:32amOn Tuesday, Nov. 8, I hope you will vote for Mary Kortge to sit on the Board of Directors for South Tahoe Public Utility District, Seat No. 3. She will make an excellent board member. Her mastery o...
Funny stuff at Improv with Havey, Chappell
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 11:54amHis love of movies is second only to his love of comedy - and both work best without a script. Those traits make Allan Havey, the Improv headliner through Sunday, Nov. 6, a natural and one of my...
Lake Tahoe Adventure Film Festival
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 10:52am
Designed to capture the intensity and passion of adventure, the Tahoe Adventure Film Festival is a perfect summary of outdoor culture. The show begins the minute the doors open at 6:30 p.m in the MontBleu Casino Resort & Spa Showroom. Dramatic action photography from Aurora Photos flashes on the big screen while Little Jon Flip, go-go dancers and a deejay pump up the crowd.
Outdoors with Don Q: Nuts on the pine
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 1:21am
By Don Quilici
This is an annual, late fall article on how to enjoy those tiny, irresistible, tasty gourmet treats known as pine nuts.
For those unfamiliar with them, they are the seeds of the Pinon Pine Tree, which is the official tree of the State of Nevada. The Pinon is a fairly short, bushy looking, rather unattractive, full-of-pitch tree and it is one of the main physical features of our Great Basin area.
Fishing report through Nov. 9
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 1:11am
Here is this week's fishing report through Nov. 9 for Nevada, the Sierra, Northern California and Southern Oregon.
Annual Winter Swap at MontBleu to support Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/01/2011 - 1:18pmBy Aimi Xistra-Rich
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will host the 23rd Annual Ski and Snowboard Swap at MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa at South Shore Lake Tahoe Nov. 18-19. Proceeds will benefit the Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides skiing and snowboarding programs and events for regional youth and local middle school and high school students.
Tournament at Edgewood Tahoe raises $39,614 for Boys and Girls Club
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/01/2011 - 10:51amThe 18th Annual Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Golf Tournament raised $39,614 during the Oct. 17 event held at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, funds which will support various programs for area kids. In addition to 120 players, the event raised money through sponsor donations, raffle tickets and a silent auction.
South Lake Tahoe and Douglas County leaders to hold joint meeting
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/01/2011 - 9:55amThe South Lake Tahoe City Council and Douglas County Commissioners are pleased to announce their first joint public meeting to be held on Friday, Nov. 4, at the Edgewood Tahoe Conference Room. The public is invited to attend the meeting beginning at 1 p.m.
The purpose of the meeting is to strengthen partnerships across state lines between the two organizations and among elected officials, discuss opportunities to leverage resources, revitalize the economy and environment in the South Shore community, and improve efficiencies among government agencies, according to a news release.
Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts: Season Pass Roundup
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/31/2011 - 4:40pmWith so many ski resorts at Lake Tahoe, it's hard to choose where to ski. Each resort has its own claim to fame, and it really comes down to personal preference. If you ski more than a few days a year, the best bargain is to go for a season pass. Even if you are only skiing for a week, a season pass might be cheaper than buying a ticket each day.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/28/2011 - 11:30am
Event Date:
November 5, 2011 - 10:00am The Friends of the Library Book Sale is the perfect place to get great books at bargain prices. The Nov. 5 sale will be held at the South Lake Tahoe branch of the El Dorado County Library, 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, Calif. The book sale hours are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
'Man v Food' host Adam Richman featured at South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/27/2011 - 4:19pm
One of the culinary events of the season, the Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival, arrives at Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe beginning Friday and lasting through Sunday.
Heavenly, Northstar begin blowing snow on runs
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Wed, 10/26/2011 - 6:24pmHeavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort began making snow Tuesday night, a sure sign that winter is upon us and sweet music to the ears of skiers and snowboarders everywhere.
Holiday Tree permits go on sale in the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/26/2011 - 1:50amBy Lisa Herron
UPDATED: The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) will begin the sale of holiday tree permits on Monday, Nov. 7, 2011. Permits cost $10 each (cash or check only, no credit cards) with a limit of two permits per family, valid for cutting on or before Dec. 25, 2011. Permit holders may choose from a variety of pine, fir or cedar in designated cutting areas and must abide by specific permit conditions for proper and responsible collection.
Permits will be available at two locations:
Fishing report through Nov. 2
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 10/26/2011 - 12:56amHere is the fishing report for the week of Oct. 26 to Nov. 2. This report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, the Sierra, Northern California and Southern Oregon.
U.S. dealt another La Niña winter but ‘wild card’ could trump it
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 5:48am
Colder and wetter than average conditions in northern California and the Sierra may be what is in store this winter as La Niña will influence weather patterns for the second year in a row across the country, according to the annual Winter Outlook released by NOAA on Thursday.
Squaw Valley Job fair Nov. 11
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 5:31am
Squaw Valley will host the resort’s seasonal job interview fair on Friday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Taking place in the Palisades Conference Room adjacent to the lobby of The Village at Squaw Valley, the interview fair will include interviews for a wide range of positions including snowsports instructors, ski patrol, lift operations, grooming, terrain parks, culinary services, rental services, retail, security, parking, product sales and services, and transportation.
MBA program makes Princeton Review’s 'Best' list for fourth time
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 5:26am
By Claudene Wharton
For the fourth year in a row, The Princeton Review has recognized the excellence of the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business in its Best Business Schools guidebook, based on the quality of its MBA Program.
Ski readers: Heavenly best Lake Tahoe resort
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 10/23/2011 - 7:19pmNow in it's 24th year, Ski magazine's reader survey offers a glimpse into what people have to say about resorts in North America and provide a bit of insider info ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../...
Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival
Submitted by admin on Sun, 10/23/2011 - 3:20pm
"The Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival" arrives at Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe, October 28th - Oct. 30th, for what will surely be the culinary event of the season.
33rd Freaker's Ball Rocks the House at MontBleu Oct. 29
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/21/2011 - 10:38amWhether it’s the 16 ft. clown, Lady Gaga lookalikes, entire Addams Family, Tricky Dick Nixon, a deck of playing cards, a human lobster bib or a zombified super hero, there's only one place at South Tahoe to see the outrageous unveil itself through costume and it could be worth a $10,000 in contest prizes.
Fishing report through Oct. 26
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/20/2011 - 9:18amHere is this week's fishing report through Oct. 26 for Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation Announces Freeride Ski Team
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 12:49pmBy Aimi Xistra-Rich
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation has announced two new programs for the 2011 – 2012 winter season under the Freestyle umbrella. The Foundation will offer two Freeride program options, the One-Day Program and the Full-Time Competitive Program. These programs are open to intermediate to advanced level skiers aged ten to 18 who have a passion for slopestyle, skiercross and halfpipe training.
Heavenly Mountain Resort - Job Fair
Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/17/2011 - 8:36pmThe Heavenly Job Fair is coming Saturday, October 22 from 9am-4pm at the California Main Lodge.
It’s time to sharpen your resume, as well as the edges of your skis! Working for Heavenly is the best way to live what you love! The job fair is your opportunity to meet with the department of your choice and tell them why you would be a great fit for Heavenly Mountain Resort!
New pier sets up plans for Tahoe Beach Club development
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 10:45am
A new pier installation at Tahoe Beach Club www.beachclubtahoe.com will underscore the lakefront lifestyle at the first fully-owned residential lakefront development on Lake Tahoe in 25 years, and mark initial phase construction at the eagerly awaited project.
At the Improv: Rondell Sheridan and Dana Eagle
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 9:50amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Most folks probably know Rondell Sheridan best through his many Disney appearances on "That's So Raven," "Cory in the House" and the Nickelodeon series, "Cousin SkeCop...
Fishing report through Oct. 19
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 12:16amHere is this week's fishing report through Oct. 19 for Nevada, the Sierra, Northern California and southern Oregon.
TRPA looking for Best in Basin nominees
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/08/2011 - 11:54pmThe nomination period is open for the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's 2011 Best in the Basin awards program, which annually recognizes environmentally compatible projects in the Tahoe basin that ...
Hannah Daly to miss the rest of the season for UNC
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 4:07pmCHAPEL HILL, N.C. - After having one of her best performances as a Tar Heel, Junior goalkeeper Hannah Daly will miss the rest of the soccer season for the University of North Carolina after undergo...
TRPA seeking Best in the Basin nominees
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 11:12amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Staff reports The nomination period is open for the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's 2011 Best in the Basin awards program, which annually recognizes environmentally comp...
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 12:56ambest friends • Tahoe Best Friends is hosting a Dog Howl'oween Party and Parade on Oct. 29 at 2:30pm at 2197 Ruth Ave. (off Third Street) in South Lake Tahoe. ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/.../snip...
TRPA Announces Winners of Lake Spirit Awards
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/30/2011 - 2:53pmBy Kristi Boosman
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency announced the winners of the Lake Spirit Awards honoring "real people making real progress protecting Lake Tahoe" at their first-ever Community Appreciation Day event held on September 29 at TRPA's office.
Tahoe Tallac Association station places in Lake Tahoe Marathon
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/30/2011 - 10:26amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Tallac Association's "Valhalla Boathouse Mile" water aid station took a share of first place in the Lake Tahoe Marathon's annual contest for best decorated, ...
Fishing report through Oct. 4
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/29/2011 - 12:56amHere is this week's fishing report through Oct. 4, 2011. This report covers rivers, lakes and streams in the Sierra, Northern Nevada, Northern California and Southern Oregon.
Camp Richardson at Lake Tahoe celebrates festivals, fall colors and fine dining
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/28/2011 - 3:50pm
NEWS RELEASE — Camp Richardson Historic Resort & Marina, Lake Tahoe’s favorite family resort, is gearing down for an anticipated season of fall colors, crisp mountain air, special events, activities, dining with a view and lakefront lodging value.
Located on Tahoe’s south shore, Camp Richardson is an outdoor enthusiast’s mecca. The fall season offers warm days and sweater-wearing nights that allow guests to take in hiking, biking, live music and beach time without the larger summer crowds.
Vikings best Incline in three games
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/28/2011 - 2:35pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Drew Norberg started things off with a kill, and ended the match with one as well to lift South Tahoe over Incline on Tuesday night. The junior had 12 kills on the day fo...
How to recognize and relieve your pet's pain
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/28/2011 - 9:37amAcute pain results from a single injury event, surgery, inflammation or infection. Chronic pain is ongoing due to disease or the aging process. Our best friends, especially cats, tend to hide injur...
Overland Meat & Seafood Company
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/28/2011 - 7:18amThe best lunch at Lake Tahoe every Tuesday. Overland's Tri-tips now at Beach Hut Deli every Tuesday...Until they sell out!
Mutt Strut returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/25/2011 - 1:50amThe 7th annual Mutt Strut is Oct. 9 in South Lake Tahoe. The 1.2 mile walk involves trying to build the best poker hand as you and your four-legged friend meander around the South Shore. Registration ...
Boys and Girls Club Lake Tahoe Golf Classic set for October
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 4:41pmThe 18th annual Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe Golf Tournament, an annual favorite of locals and visitors, is set for Monday, Oct. 17 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. The entire $195 entry fee goes directly to the Boys & Girls Club to continue its work with local children. Last year the BGCLT raised over $35,000 with this year’s goal to break $45,000.
Focus groups reveal Nevada tourism branding challenges
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/22/2011 - 5:01amNevada tourism leaders trying to figure out the best way to brand the Silver State to attract visitors may have a bigger challenge on their hands than they thought. Six focus groups in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, demonstrated little knowledge of the Silver State and its tourism attractions including Lake Tahoe, reports the Las Vegas Sun. Go here for the story.
We Can! Challenge: Week one
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/21/2011 - 10:22amOne of the most essential things in all of our lives is water. It keeps us cool and helps us perform at our best.Unfortunately, many students do not properly hydrate, which can lead to both low phy...
