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Geotourism: A great new reason to visit Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/29/2013 - 12:53pmQuick: When you hear the phrase "Lake Tahoe," what's the first thing that comes to your mind? If you said "skiing" or "casinos," you'd respond as probably 99 percent of Bay Area residents do. If you said "geography," "sustainability" or "culture," you'd be among the minority, but you'd be onto a great new idea.
LTUSD enrollment sees unexpected rise
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/23/2013 - 6:00amDue in part to new hiring practices at the casinos, enrollment in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District rose after the holidays for the first time since many administrators can remember. When The ...
Systems fixed after pipes burst at Tahoe casinos
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/15/2013 - 2:34pmRENO, Nev. (AP) - Fire officials restored all the fire protection systems at four Lake Tahoe casinos after sub-zero temperatures caused pipes to freeze and break at each of the high rises on Tahoe'...
Bitter cold bursts pipes, floods Tahoe casino
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/15/2013 - 9:58amSTATELINE, Nev. (AP) - Lake Tahoe casinos are cleaning up after plunging temperatures did a number on their sprinkler pipes.Tahoe-Douglas Fire Marshal Eric Geuvin says crews started responding to f...
Frozen pipes cause damage at 4 Stateline casinos
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/14/2013 - 8:45pm
After three days of record-breaking low temperatures, many pipes in the Lake Tahoe Basin had enough and started doing some breaking of their own.
Stateline casinos show big jump for November
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/11/2013 - 10:48amStateline casinos showed the largest percentage jump in gaming win in the state, and a rare increase for November.With $17.73 million raked in during the month, the main source of gaming revenue...
South Shore Lake Tahoe casinos hit big during November
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/10/2013 - 8:02amNovember figures for South Shore Lake Tahoe casinos show the largest spike statewide in earnings or "win" at 26.63 percent over November 2011 profits, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
South Lake Tahoe casinos took in $17,734,866 in November 2012 compared to $14,005,506 in 2011.
Then and now: More than the buildings change at Stateline casinos
Submitted by admin on Sun, 12/30/2012 - 2:01amAuthorities prepare for Lake Tahoe New Year's Eve party at Stateline
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/26/2012 - 11:55amThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is readying itself for the upcoming New Years Eve celebration at Lake Tahoe beginning Monday, Dec. 31. Each year upwards of 60,000 celebrants ring in the New Year in the casino core area of Stateline, Nev.
Due to the ordinarily high volume of celebrants within the Stateline casino core area during the event, U.S. Highway 50 may be closed to vehicle traffic in the evening if necessary for public safety. If that should occur, vehicle traffic will be diverted around the Stateline casino core area using upper and lower Lake Parkway Drive.
Stateline casinos follow state trend of minimal revenue gains
Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/07/2012 - 9:13amGaming win at Tahoe casinos help state revenues rise
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 12:23pmSouth Shore Lake Tahoe casinos report 5 percent increase in September
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 7:46amSouth Shore Lake Tahoe casinos saw a five percent increase in September gaming numbers, the Nevada Gaming Control Board reports Thursday.
Casinos took in a gaming "win" of $18,011,866 in September, compared to $17,252,560 over September, 2011.
North Lake Tahoe casinos saw a 6.82 pecent increase over September 2011 figures taking in $2,755,365.
Recommendations Regarding 'Economic Revitalization' for South Shore Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/06/2012 - 5:26pm
After attending the State of the South Shore Economy Public Forum held on October 23rd, 2012 I was inspired to draft a response to the questions about economic revitalization that were asked at the meeting. I feel like our group had many salient ideas that were not properly represented. Also, I have noticed that people are quick to offer ideas like “reduce unemployment”, “beautify the city”, and “improve recreation”, but they are typically unable to offer suggestions on how to make those ideas a reality.
Stateline gaming plunges 19.45 percent in August
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 12:08pmThe Stateline gaming win dropped to near their lowest levels for August, according to figures released Thursday by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.Stateline casinos took in $22.01 million, down ...
South Shore Lake Tahoe casinos see August gaming loss
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 8:33amGaming profits for South Shore Lake Tahoe area casinos tumbled in August, falling 19.45 percent over profits during the same period last year, the Nevada Gaming Control Board reports Wednesday.
South Shore casinos took in a total gaming profit of $22,016,651 for the month, while in August 2011 they took in $27,331,777.
Statewide casinos saw a 3.11 decrease in "gaming win" over the same period last year, the state's gaming regulator reports. Nevada casinos took in gaming profits of $859,240,472 for the month of August. In August 2011 it was $886,835,278.
Traditional slot machines likely to vanish from casinos
Submitted by admin on Sun, 10/07/2012 - 2:00pmNFL replacement officials affecting Vegas bets
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 10:19amLas Vegas casinos think this weekend's NFL games will be the highest-scoring ever thanks to the league's replacement officials.Oddsmakers say casinos are changing their expectations as interim refe...
Looking beyond gambling, South Lake Tahoe weighs its future
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/17/2012 - 2:07amOn the eastern edge of South Lake Tahoe, across the street from the high-rise casinos in Nevada, sits the foundation of what was meant to be a $400 million convention center, hotel and retail complex.
That was before developers ran out of money nearly five years ago. Today, the 11- acre site along Highway 50 is a concrete wasteland locals call "the hole in the ground."
"They just abandoned it," said Ulysses Juarez, 23, one of a group of young skateboarders who climbed the chain-link fence earlier this month to practice their moves.
Lam Watah trailhead parking at Stateline closed through mid-October
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 4:23pmThe Tahoe Transportation District and the U.S. Forest Service are asking the public to park in alternate locations to access the Lam Watah Trail while work is underway on improvements that are part of the Nevada Stateline-to-Stateline Bike Path project - Phase 1B. Lam Watah Trailhead parking normally is located on the north side of U.S. Highway 50 just past the casinos in Stateline, Nev., on Kahle Drive.
Stateline casino down slightly in July
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 10:41amStateline's casino win was essentially flat during the first month of the fiscal year, down .58 percent compared to 2011.Stateline casinos brought in $29.63 million during the month, down $172,0...
July gaming 'win' for South Shore Lake Tahoe casinos dips slightly
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/10/2012 - 6:48amGaming profits for South Shore Lake Tahoe area casinos fell slightly by 0.58 percent in July, the Nevada Gaming Control Board reported Monday.
Casinos in Stateline took in $29,635,805 in July of this year compared to $29,808,523 in July 2011. Casinos at North Lake Tahoe had a gain of 5.3 percent, while Carson Valley casinos, including those in Carson City, Minden and Garderville, dropped slightly, at 0.19 percent. The Las Vegas Strip was the big taker for Nevada casinos, with a 27.51 percent gain over 2011 figures.
Lake Tahoe South Shore area casinos post 17 percent gaming revenue increase in June
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/09/2012 - 6:59amGaming revenue, known as "win" for South Shore Lake Tahoe area casinos posted a 17 percent increase for the month of June, the Nevada Gaming Control Board reported on Thursday.
South Shore casinos took in a win of $16,555,235 in June compared to $14,128,801 during the same period in 2011.
Meanwhile, North Lake Tahoe casinos saw a 29.26 percent increase, taking in $2,417,863 for June.
Carson City area casinos, which include the areas of Minden and Gardnerville in Douglas County, had a 1.11 percent gain over June 2011 taking in $8,229,305.
Tahoe Lobster Co. starts putting crawfish on plates
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/03/2012 - 6:00amCrawfish gripped the decks of the Ellie June on Thursday as Fred Jackson and his nephew Justin Pulliam guided the boat from trap to trap off the shore of Sand Harbor, pulling up hundreds of crustaceans to sell to restaurants and casinos in Nevada.
Jackson, owner of Tahoe Lobster Co., got the permit in July to start the first commercial fishing operation in Lake Tahoe since the 1930s. A dream that started two years ago when Jackson woke up one night with the idea to catch and sell crawfish has finally become a reality.
Lake Tahoe designated 'Best Lake in America' by USA Today readers
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 07/30/2012 - 10:28am
Lake Tahoe was named the “Best Lake in America” in a recent readers' poll by USA TODAY. Editors narrowed national nominations to the top 16; readers weighed in and the largest and most popular alpine lake in North America took home top honors by garnering more than 5,000 votes via Facebook and Twitter.
Go here for the story.
Lake Tahoe is recognized for its timeless beauty and an international reputation as an outdoor recreational Mecca. The combination of great outdoors, entertainment, nightlife, dining and gaming identify its unique character.
Tribes look to expand casinos beyond reservation land
Submitted by admin on Sun, 07/15/2012 - 6:00pmCarson Valley, South Shore, casinos take hit in May
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/12/2012 - 10:44amMINDEN - Casinos in the Carson Valley area took in about 10 percent less in gaming win in May compared to the same month last year, according to data released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board....
South Lake Tahoe area casino 'win' down nearly 27 percent for May
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/12/2012 - 9:54amSouth Shore casinos reported a drop in monthly gaming "win" for May, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board on Thursday. Casinos at Stateline report a 26.93 percent decrease compared to May 2011. Casinos in May took in $13,338,804. In the same period 2011 the "win" was $18,254,103.
Villalobos sues casinos for return of debt payments to add to bankruptcy estate
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 11:45amNevada casinos see April gain, South Shore down
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 6:00amNevada casinos saw an increase in business in April, but the bump was driven largely by the southern half of the state and how the month's figures were counted.Statewide, revenue at Nevada casinos ...
South Shore Lake Tahoe casinos see 4.3 percent decline in April 'win' revenue
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 06/12/2012 - 6:35amSouth Shore Lake Tahoe gaming "win" at Stateline casinos for the month of April was down 4.43 percent over April 2011 figures, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
North Lake Tahoe saw a steep decrease in win of 15.82 percent over 2011 figures, and the Carson Valley area, which includes Carson City, Minden and Gardnerville, had gaming revenue for casinos down 3.08 percent for the same time last year.
Year-to-date figures for South Shore Lake Tahoe remains in the plus category at 3.74 percent.
Revisiting South Lake Tahoe's attempt at a bicycling world record
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 06/07/2012 - 6:24amUnofficially, (need to confirm paperwork/video verifying our count) we surpassed the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest single line of bicycles; 1,188 bikers pedaled, May 17, from the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority visitor center near El Dorado Beach to the Stateline casinos. Go here for more information about the Slow Rollers Bicycle Club Lake Tahoe.
Lights on the Lake Fireworks 2012
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 06/04/2012 - 12:50am
The American Pyrotechnics Association rates South Shore’s spectacular Fourth of July fireworks celebration one of the top five displays in the nation The show is scheduled to begin at 9:45 PM. The fireworks are visible from all over town. Below are some of the sweet spots to get a front row seat.
Loop road opposition fierce, details sparse
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/01/2012 - 6:00amWhile many of the details remain unknown, the long-floated concept of a loop road directing U.S. Highway 50 around the back of Heavenly Village and South Shore casinos took a tongue-lashing Tuesday night.
Humans take place at top of food chain, eat crawdads to help Lake Tahoe ecosystem
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 2:01pm
A leading Lake Tahoe scientist who has studied invasive species and limnology for 20 years, said issuing permits for commercial harvesting of crayfish at Lake Tahoe will help improve clarity at the pristine lake, as well as take away a food source for other invasive species that threaten clarity and ecosystems.
Bill would allow sports wagering in California
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/30/2012 - 11:46amSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - California would be in a position to allow sports betting at race tracks, card rooms and casinos under a bill approved by the state Senate.Sen. Rob Wright says the state c...
US casinos slowly coming back from recession woes
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/09/2012 - 10:21amATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - The nation's commercial casinos continued their slow-but-steady comeback from the recession last year, with revenues up 3 percent nationwide and jobs holding nearly st...
Two assaults with brass knuckles reported Sunday
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/04/2012 - 6:00amBrass knuckles were reportedly used in two similar assaults at South Shore casinos within an hour of each other early Sunday morning, according to separate reports by Douglas County sheriff's deput...
Nevada Unemployment Shows Slight Improvement In First Quarter Of 2012
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 04/27/2012 - 3:55pmCARSON CITY — A broader measure of Nevada’s unemployment picture, including those who have given up looking for work, showed slight but continued improvement through the first quarter of 2012, a federal report released today shows.
The rate in Nevada dropped from 22.7 percent in the four quarters through Dec. 31, 2011, to 22.3 percent through March 31, according to the quarterly report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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.
Ozomatli's sax player selects the right course, makes it back to Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/05/2012 - 1:06pmOzomatli's sound is all over the map, and fortunately for Tahoe, the band's GPS often points to Tahoe. The seven-piece group has played both major North Shore casinos, along with MontBleu and, t...
Calif. Indian casinos taking financial toll on Reno resorts
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 7:15pmMontBleu General Manager Jef Bauer abruptly resigns
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 03/09/2012 - 6:03pm
MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa in Stateline, Nev., Lake Tahoe announced today that Jef Bauer, General Manager, resigned effective immediately.
Bauer served as general manager since October 2010, according to a news release. A reason for his departure was not given.
American Indian tribes cautious on online gambling
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/07/2012 - 6:00amLAS VEGAS - Leaders who run casinos for Indian tribes told regulators and companies on Tuesday that they won't support new laws involving online gambling unless it's clear how tribes nationwide wil...
Analyst: Casino tax hike would mean job losses
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 10:43amAn initiative to raise the top tax rate on Nevada's highest-earning casinos is not economically sustainable by the industry and would lead to thousands of direct and indirect job losses, according ...
