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Coyote Grill Announces Phase One Expansion
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 05/10/2012 - 8:14am
Milky Way Incorporated dba Coyote Grill has announced the signing of an Amendment to its lease in Round Hill Square allowing it to more than double the size of its current business model.
Currently occupied by ‘Paradise Nails and Spa,’ Suite 102 is 1684 square feet and will allow the Coyote Grill to begin its long anticipated expansion that will include entertainment, gaming, pizza and varietal coffees and espressos.
Mothers’ Day Makeover at Valhalla Grand Hall
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/08/2012 - 1:05pmThe community is invited to the upcoming Mothers’ Day Makeover BAHM; this Thursday May 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Tallac Historic Site. There will be live music, a fashion show by Sidestreet Boutique, appetizers from Harrah’s & Harveys Catering, wine tasting provided by Crystal Basin Cellars & BellaGrace Vineyards, and a cash bar set up by Raising the Bar Beverage Catering.
Lake Tahoe SummerFest Exclusive Pass Now Available
Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/07/2012 - 2:39pm
For a limited time, VIP Season Passes are available for the inaugural Lake Tahoe SummerFest, a series of classical music concerts. This transferable VIP Season Pass includes exclusive seating to all nine performances over the first three weekends of August; after-concert receptions with Artistic Director and Principal Conductor, Joel Revzen, and the orchestra; and preferred parking.
Sparks Fly at Nevada Republican Party Convention
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 05/05/2012 - 11:32pmSPARKS — An impassioned motion to revoke credentials for more than 300 delegates who arrived after the meeting began. Heated questions about the presence of guests and whether they were voting. An angry motion to remove the convention chairman. And that was just for starters.
More than 1,600 county delegates gathered Saturday at the Nevada Republican Party convention in Sparks in a meeting that fluctuated between contentiousness and relative calm as the hours rolled on.
Public campground fees to increase by $2 at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/03/2012 - 4:25pmDue to increased costs of doing business, fees at campgrounds operated by California Land Management on National Forest System lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin will rise by $2 this season.
Camping fees will increase at Fallen Leaf (now $30), Meeks Bay (now $25), William Kent (now $25), Kaspian (now $17) and Nevada Beach (now $30 for regular sites, $34 for premium sites) campgrounds. Even with the fee increase, CLM campgrounds are below the cost of privately operated campgrounds in the basin. The fees at Bayview Campground, beaches and day-use areas remain the same.
Column: Every Day is a Winding Road
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 04/27/2012 - 6:12am
(Editor's note: This is the next installment in a regular feature by South Lake Tahoe-based Certified Wellness Coach and Advanced Integrative Therapist Krista Kline. Visit her website at www.kristaekline.com.)
For the past few weeks I have started and stopped writing this column. I've had some real inspiration, awoken with “brilliant” ideas in the middle of the night only to sit down, start writing and get absolutely nowhere. My virtual trashcan seemed to be getting full while the ideas seemed empty.
Nevada Governor Sandoval says Amazon online sales tax revenue is about fairness
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 04/26/2012 - 9:31pm
CARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval said Thursday that a recent deal announced with Amazon.com to collect sales taxes from on-line purchases in Nevada beginning in January 2014 is only the tip of the iceberg.
Kudos & Kindness: Local business provides quality service
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/26/2012 - 5:36pmAfter sliding off the pavement last year, our car was in need of alignment and tires. I had the privilege of doing business with Robert Borja, Manager of Ken's Tire Center. He educated us on the di...
Nevada farmers contemplating getting into the corn business
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/26/2012 - 11:45amReport: Nevada Tax System Ranks High For Entrepreneurs, Small Business
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/24/2012 - 12:49pmCARSON CITY — A new business index evaluating the states on the effects of their tax systems on entrepreneurship and small business ranks Nevada 3rd behind South Dakota and Texas.
The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council’s “Business Tax Index 2012” pulls together 18 different tax measures, and combines them into one tax score that allows the 50 states and District of Columbia to be compared and ranked.
Comments sought on proposed West Shore Lake Tahoe campground project
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/24/2012 - 8:18amThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is asking for public input on the Environmental Assessment prepared for the William Kent Best Management Practices (BMPs) Retrofit and Administrative Site Redevelopment project. The proposed project area is approximately 22 acres and is located one mile south of Tahoe City on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe and consists of the William Kent Campground, the William Kent administrative site, and the William Kent day-use beach area.
Nevada Governor Sandoval Announces Plan With Amazon To Collect State Sales Tax On Web Purchases
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 4:21pm
CARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval announced today that the state has reached an agreement with on-line retailing giant Amazon to begin collecting Nevada sales tax on purchases.
Forest Service seeks input for MojoMan Challenge at Heavenly Mountain Resort
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 10:04amPublic input is sought by the U.S. Forest Service on a proposed one-time event at Heavenly Mountain Resort, called the MojoMan Challenge. This is an adventure race competition that covers approximately 10.5 miles and incorporates 25 to 30 challenge obstacles along the course that participants will negotiate.
Hobart Reservoir to open for 2012 fishing season
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 8:47amHobart Reservoir, a small, high-mountain reservoir, located at an elevation of 7,600 feet in the mountains between Carson City and Lake Tahoe, will open for the 2012 fishing season on May 1.
Because of its high elevation and location, this reservoir is normally covered with ice, and surrounded by deep snow drifts, when it opens on May 01.
However, this year is entirely different, ice and snow-wise. It will remain open to fishing through September 30.
Spooner Lake concessionarie moving bikes, ends ski business
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 1:59amSouth Lake Tahoe author Jason Mallory talks about his book 'Proxy'
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 04/21/2012 - 6:22pmAuthor and futurist Jason Mallory of South Lake Tahoe talks about his second book "Proxy" with Lake Tahoe Television.
About the book
Agencies work together to rejuvenate land decimated by 2001 Martis fire
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/19/2012 - 8:28amFLORISTON, Calif. - Hillsides charred by a 2001 wildfire might finally bloom with fields of native plants this spring, thanks in part to a restoration plan sponsored by the Sierra Business Counc...
Recent fish plants in Western Nevada by NDOW
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 04/19/2012 - 12:32amHere are the most recent fish plants in Western Nevada by the Nevada Department of Wildlife:
April 09: Wall Canyon in Northern Washoe County: 2,000 rainbow trout: 9.2 inches in length.
April 10: Squaw Creek Reservoir in Northern Washoe County: 4,001 brown trout: 10.2 inches.
April 10: Squaw Creek Reservoir: 1,500 rainbows: 10.3 inches.
April 11: Topaz Lake in Douglas County: 4,010 tiger trout: 10.1 inches.
April 12: Paradise Pond in Reno: 495 rainbows: 10.4 inches.
Governor Sandoval: No New Taxes
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 04/19/2012 - 12:23am
LAS VEGAS — Gov. Brian Sandoval today told conservative business group Keystone Corporation that his decision to support a two-year extension of taxes that were scheduled to expire eliminates the need for any new taxes to balance the state budget.
Democrats delay California mortgage overhaul amid business opposition
Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/18/2012 - 2:44pmMayor Fortier's April Message: Focus is Fairness in Moving Forward, not Feuding
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 10:54am
“Destiny,” said William Jennings Bryan, “is not a matter of chance, but a matter of choice.”
A year ago, the City of South Lake Tahoe made some choices that resulted in a clear and methodical business plan. We chose to focus on five core missions. That sounds simple enough, but how many times are the words government and focus used in the same sentence?
But it is amazing what a little focus can accomplish. In less than a year, our city is making real progress in pulling ourselves out of the morass that was so scathingly profiled in the 2009/2010 Grand Jury Report.
Board members sought by Tahoe Regional Young Professionals group
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 6:04am
The Tahoe Regional Young Professionals group seeks three new Board of Director positions: an Assistant Executive Director, Finance and Special Events Director. Application and nominations are being accepted until May 5. The current Board of Directors will conduct interviews, May 7-9, vote and announce the newest additions to the organization mid-May.
Passaretti's thanks community for 30 years of support
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 6:00amPassaretti chef Jeremy Roseblade, owners Tai and Dan Passaretti and longtime waitress Lorna Lefler cut a ribbon Friday afternoon in celebration of Passaretti's 30 years of business. The restaura...
Business briefs: April 14, 2012
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 6:00amFirm receives Residential Modification Project AwardWard-Young Architecture & Planning has received the 2011 Residential Modification Project Award.The firm received the award for the Schweichler r...
TahoeChamber Tourism Forum at Harveys Cabaret Theater
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 04/13/2012 - 4:42amThe TahoeChamber will host its Annual Tourism Forum on April 26 at Harveys Lake Tahoe Cabaret Theater. The forum will feature Ralf Garrison, owner of Advisory Group Inc. and professional travel and tourism consultant, and Dr. Emilynn Sheffield, CSU Department of Recreation, Hospitality and Parks Management program professor. This year's theme, “Trends in Tourism,” will focus on changing demographics and the way travelers use technology and recreation and how that reshapes the tourism industry.
Fitch Affirms South Tahoe Public Utility District with AA+; Rating Outlook Stable
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 3:06pmFitch Ratings affirmed South Tahoe Public Utility District on Monday as part of its ongoing survey of public agencies, noting the ratings outlook remains within the organization remains "stable."
The firm, which positions itself as a global rating agency dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, research and data, gave the water and sewer district a AA+ rating, noting $10.8 million sewer revenue certificates of participation. The ratings agency also asserts that STPUD continues to have strong reserves in place that protects the district against a reduction in its property tax revenues.
Two percent TOT funds Tahoe City project; future money for Kings Beach
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 2:04pmThe existing 2 percent Transient Occupancy Tax, which is up for renewal on the June 5, 2012 ballot, has funded a number of North Lake Tahoe public improvement projects and services since voters first authorized it in 1996.
The renewal, called Measure F, is not a tax increase and, if passed, would continue to be paid by lodging guests only via the TOT bed tax when they spend the night in North Lake Tahoe. North Lake Tahoe residents would not be taxed under Measure F.
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals Seek Additional Board Members
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 1:43pmTahoe Regional Young Professionals are seeking three new Board of Director positions: an Assistant Executive Director, Finance and Special Events Director. Application and nominations are being accepted until May 5. The current Board of Directors will conduct interviews, May 7-9, vote and announce the newest additions to the organization mid-May.
Long-time Lake Tahoe lawman Les Lovell retires
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 2:41am
Since as far back as he could remember, Les Lovell wanted to be a law enforcement officer.
The notions of keeping peace and preserving justice were always on his radar and for 30-plus years, the now-retired senior lieutenant for the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office Lake Tahoe Branch fulfilled his commitment.
Biz briefs: April 7, 2012
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 04/06/2012 - 6:09pmExhibitor deadline approaching for Truckee Donner business expoThe deadline to exhibit at the 20th Annual Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce Business Expo & Chamber Mixer is Tuesday.The event will ...
Nevada, California to merge in 2022 Winter Olympics bid
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Thu, 04/05/2012 - 9:37amFifty-two years after the Olympic flame was first ignited in the Tahoe region, California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom and Nevada Lieutenant Governor Brian Krolicki announced the formation of the Lake Tahoe Winter Games Exploratory Committee (LTWGEC) today, a new joint California Nevada initiative, building on the existing efforts, dedicated to developing an Olympic Bid for the 2022 Winter Games.
Opinion: Chamber thankful for successful Business Expo
Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/04/2012 - 3:30pmKudos & Kindness: South Shore businesses made Business Expo a success
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/03/2012 - 6:45pmTahoeChamber would like to thank everyone involved for yet another amazing Business Expo! There were 96 exhibiting vendors and more than 1,100 event attendees. The event could not have happened wit...
Details remain vague with arrest in nearly 32-year South Lake Tahoe murder of Richard Swanson
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/03/2012 - 1:39pm
Authorities have arrested a Carmichael, Calif., man suspected in the 1980 South Lake Tahoe gas station robbery and murder of 16-year-old Richard Swanson.
After nearly 32 years, On March 28, Andrew Sanford, 50, was arrested and booked in the Sacramento County Jail for the alleged murder of Swanson. The robbery and homicide happened on Aug. 14, 1980 in South Lake Tahoe at what was then the Shell Gas Station located at the “Y” on the corner of Lake Tahoe Blvd and Emerald Bay Road. Details of the case have been kept tightly under wraps.
Arrest made in 31-year South Lake Tahoe Richard Swanson murder case; Carmichael, Calif. man faces charges
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/02/2012 - 1:46pm
A Carmichael, Calif., man has been arrested in the 31-year-old murder case of Richard Swanson, South Lake Tahoe police report.
On March 28, 2012 Andrew Sanford, 50, of Carmichael, was arrested and booked in the Sacramento County Jail for the murder of Richard Swanson. The robbery/homicide occurred on Aug. 14, 1980 in South Lake Tahoe at what was then the Shell Gas Station located at the “Y” on the corner of Lake Tahoe Blvd and Emerald Bay Road, according to a press statement.
Tahoe Today: The Power of Forgiveness
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/31/2012 - 6:00amLet me tell you a story of what happened to me just about a week ago. While I was very much awake and going about my business as usual, there was a message that came directly to me from my sister, ...
Expo shows off South Shore's many businesses
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/31/2012 - 6:00amThe 2012 Business Expo, organized by TahoeChamber.org, saw its widest array of businesses to date at Friday's event.The annual expo featured more than 60 local businesses and agencies and attrac...
KTHO radio enters partnership with Coyote Grill owner
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 03/30/2012 - 11:37pmImagine a place at Lake Tahoe where local bands can go to play, with quality sound and lighting — and live performances streamed across the Internet to be potentially heard around the world.
That vision could become a reality this year under a new partnership between Coyote Grill owner Leland Faegre and South Lake Tahoe-based KTHO radio.
Fun meets fitness at new Kingsbury business
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/30/2012 - 6:00amWith the touch of a button, a grid of multicolored LEDs on eFit & Sports' Lightspace Play Floor comes to life. An electronic game of dodge ball is about to begin.In the other corner of the room,...
Fun meets fitness at new Kingsbury business
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/30/2012 - 6:00amWith the touch of a button, a grid of multicolored LEDs on eFit & Sports' Lightspace Play Floor comes to life. An electronic game of dodge ball is about to begin.In the other corner of the room,...
2012 Business Expo
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/26/2012 - 3:25amThe 2012 Business Expo, brought to you by TahoeChamber and Getaway Reno-Tahoe, is right around the corner! The most productive business event of the year will be on Friday, March 30 at Harrah’s Convention Center from 4-8pm. More than 90 Chamber member businesses will be showcasing their products and services. This years theme, “Get Connected” will recognize advancements in technology by highlighting businesses using social media to their advantage. Show off your techie skills by live tweeting @TahoeChamber during the event using the hashtag #expoconnect for a chance to win prizes.
Finding the Easy in E-Commerce
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/26/2012 - 2:41amA seminar on Finding the Easy in E-Commerce will be on March 30, from 2 to 4pm at Harrah’s Convention Center. Sure this is the “information age” and “everything is on line”…but what, why, how, and where does the small business professional begin? In this lively, intense, information and example packed 2 hours, explore useful information about sales vs.
Barton Memorial Hospital adds robot 'DaVinci' to its surgical team
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/26/2012 - 1:45am
Have you ever met a surgeon with three arms? Well, Barton Memorial Hospital in South Lake Tahoe has just acquired one. The daVinci surgical robot has found a home at the hospital.
Business Expo to be held at Harrah's Convention Center
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/24/2012 - 6:00amThe 2012 Business Expo will be held Friday at Harrah's Convention Center.More than 90 TahoeChamber member businesses will showcase products and services. This year's theme, "Get Connected," will re...
