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Man arrested in South Lake Tahoe linked to Vallejo kidnapping
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/13/2015 - 7:46pm
A disbarred attorney arrested in South Lake Tahoe has been accused of kidnapping 29-year old Denise Huskins of Vallejo, CA on March 23, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) confirmed today.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/12/2015 - 8:43am
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
7/5
10:18 p.m. - Vacation Rental Noise - Cold Creek Trail
10:39 p.m. - Grand Theft - Fallen Leaf Lake Rd - AN UNKNOWN SUSPECT(S) REMOVED THE VICTIM'S PERSONAL PROPERTY FROM HIS VEHICLE. THE VICTIM WAS NOT SURE IF HIS
VEHICLE WAS LOCKED DURING THIS INCIDENT.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/28/2015 - 6:56pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
6/21
12:14 a.m. - Vacation Rental Noise Complaint - Cold Creek Trail - VACATION RENTAL NOISE COMPLAINT, PARTY WARNED.
12:28 a.m. - Vacation Rental Noise Complaint - Lupine Trail - VACATION RENTAL NOISE COMPLAINT. PARTIES WARNED.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/07/2015 - 4:01pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
5/31
3:35 a.m. - Noise Disturbance - Cold Creek Trail - DEPUTIES WERE DISPATCHED TO A NOISE DISTURBANCE AT A VACATION RENTAL. THE RESPONSIBLE RENTER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED ABOUT THE NOISE.
South Lake Tahoe's Blue Ribbon Choir to join Foreigner on stage
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/03/2015 - 5:35pm
South Lake Tahoe's Blue Ribbon Choir will be joining British-American rock icons, Foreigner, on the MontBleu stage Saturday evening.
Several month ago the band, famous for such hits as "I Want to Know What Love Is,""Feels Like the First Time," "Cold as Ice," and "Hot Blooded," contacted Dave Davis of MontBleu about their desire to have a local choir join them on stage during their South Shore show.
Davis contacted Paul Kushner, the Blue Ribbon Choir director, to see if his group would be interested.
He said "yes!"
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/24/2015 - 8:57pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
5/17
4:30 p.m. - Driving on a suspended/revoked license - Eloise Ave - INITIATED A VEHICLE STOP FOR A VEHICLE CODE VIOLATION. DRIVER WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WITH A SUSPENDED DRIVER'S LICENSE AND RELEASED ON SCENE
5/18
Ready for another wet and cold week?
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/16/2015 - 2:57pm
The next low pressure system will move into California tomorrow, bringing showers and high elevation snow to the Sierra and western Nevada through Monday according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Up to 6 inches of snow may accumulate above 8,000 feet, with wet roads for those traveling over I-80 and US-50. Snow could impact travel over the Mt Rose Highway and the higher passes in Alpine and Mono Counties.
More rain is on tap for the valleys with total rainfall amounts up to 0.50 inch. Could be enough rain to cut back on watering your lawn this week.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/10/2015 - 6:37pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
5/3
1:27 a.m. - Disorderly Conduct: Alcohol - Cold Creek Trail - 30-YEAR-OLD MAN WAS ARRESTED FOR PUBLIC INTOXICATION AFTER DEEMED A DANGER TO HIMSELF AND OTHERS. RELEASE UPON SOBER PER 849(B)(2) PC.
Countdown to Amgen: Chance of snow leads up to race day
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/04/2015 - 11:20pm
The date was May 15, 2011. All eyes of the bicycle racing world were on South Lake Tahoe as our mountain resort town hosted one of the top cycling events in the world. Anticipation and excitement were evident throughout the area as plans came into place with the amazing groups of volunteers that the South Shore is known for.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/04/2015 - 9:03pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
4/26
1:06 p.m. - Runaway - Lake Tahoe Blvd - 16 YEAR OLD MALE JUVENILE RAN AWAY FROM HIS GROUP HOME SUPERVISOR WHILE AT A STORE.
1:50 p.m. - Firearm Turnover - Johnson Blvd - SUBJECT TURNED OVER A FREIND'S FIREARM DUE TO HIS MENTAL STATUS.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/20/2015 - 9:25pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
4/12
9:23 p.m. - Disorderly Conduct - Marshall Trail - INTOXICATED 35-YEAR OLD FEMALE WAS ARRESTED IN A PUBLIC PLACE AND BOOKED FOR SOBERING.
11:43 p.m. - Vacation Rental Issue - Cold Creek Trail - VACATION RENTAL NOISE WARNING.
4/13
Who Stole Winter? How to adapt to a devastating drought in the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/17/2015 - 12:05am
"You have to adapt to changes in life or you won't survive," John Rice told a crowd at Wednesday's 'Tahoe Talks' held at LTCC.
"Change is happening, clearly we're in a drought, whether it's here for short term, or long term, time will tell," said Rice, the VP and General Manager of Sierra-at-Tahoe. "The ski industry has the most to lose in a drought."
Windy conditions & cooler temperatures forecast for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/12/2015 - 1:57pm
There will be a cold front moving into the Lake Tahoe and western Nevada area late Monday night into Tuesday morning. The front is bringing with it strong winds and much colder temperatures, but no rain or snow.
Southwest winds from 25 mph to 40 mph are expected with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
The National Weather Service has issued a lake wind advisory for Lake Tahoe which will be in effect from 2 p.m. Monday to 11 a.m. Tuesday. Wave heights will be from 2' to 5' with the highest waves Monday night and early Tuesday morning from mid-lake to the north and east shores.
Remains of man missing since 2006 found in rural area of county
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/03/2015 - 12:44am
The remains of a homicide victim, killed more than nine years ago and unearthed last week in rural El Dorado County, have been identified.
The El Dorado County Cold Case Homicide Task Force announced Thursday that it located and identified the human remains of Tobias Kaiser who was last seen at his home in Somerset, CA on November 30, 2006.
Health officials favor Nevada bill to ban smoking in cars with children
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/27/2015 - 3:49pm
The documented ill health effects from inhaling secondhand smoke were squared off against individual rights at a hearing Thursday on a bill that would ban smoking in cars while children are present.
Assembly Bill 322 by Mike Sprinkle, D-Sparks, was supported in the Judiciary Committee hearing by health advocates who argued that children should not be exposed to an adult who is smoking in a confined space such as a vehicle.
Drivers violating the law could be pulled over for the offense by police and fined $25. It would not count as a moving traffic violation.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/22/2015 - 7:20pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
3/15
7:13 a.m. - DUI - Highway 50 - 32-YEAR OLD MALE SUSPECT STOPPED FOR INVESTIGATORY PURPOSES AND VEHICLE CODE VIOLATIONS. SUSPECT FOUND TO BE DUI AND HE WAS TURNED OVER TO CHP.
No dogs allowed — in the bar
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/16/2015 - 10:50pm
Chances are, the beast sitting on the bar stool next to you won’t be a real dog.
A measure heard Monday by the Senate Government Affairs Committee seeks to allow operators of stand-alone bars, saloons and taverns to allow dogs inside their establishments without interference from local government overseers.
But county health officials testified against Senate Bill 105, sponsored by Sen. James Settelmeyer, R-Minden.
Settelmeyer introduced the bill at the request of Karen Woodmansee, editor of the Virginia City News in Storey County. She also works at a local casino.
Tahoe Keys Polar Bear Plunge to raise funds for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/12/2015 - 8:20pm
Event Date:
February 15, 2015 - 12:00pm
Jumping into the lake in the dead of winter is normally a very chilly task but this year's participants in the Third Annual Tahoe Keys Association Polar Bear Plunge will have sunny skies and temperatures in the low 60's.
Spectators and participants will be at the Tahoe Keys Pavilion on Sunday, February 15. Sign-ups will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and the plunge starts at high noon.
Winter wonderland at Heavenly Mountain Resort
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/31/2015 - 10:06pm
The word of the day: Pogonip.
That is what gave the top of South Lake Tahoe's Heavenly Mountain Resort the look of winter and fresh snow on Saturday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, a cloud deck around 8,000-9,000 feet was in place most of the night and the supercooled liquid droplets froze on the branches becoming a thick coating of frost.
Here is the definition of "pogonip" from Wikipedia:
Top employees honored by El Dorado County Probation Department
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/16/2015 - 10:23pm
Employees from the El Dorado County Probation Department were recently honored for the public safety services they provide to the community.
The award categories and recipients were as follows:
Bob Bensen Memorial Award for Deputy Probation Officer of the Year: Deputy Probation Officer II Brian Dolcini (Shingle Springs Field Office)
Employee of the Year: Administrative Technician Jackie Walker (Shingle Springs Field Office)
Special Award Presentation: Deputy Probation Officer - Institutions: Matt Flager (Posthumously)
South Lake Tahoe's Year in Review - 2014
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/07/2015 - 8:58pm
The following is a summary of accomplishments during 2014 by the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Strategic Priority: Fiscal Sustainability
The most important issue facing cities and local agencies is continued steadfast attention to the budget, both short term and long term fiscal impacts.
· Implemented “budget watch” approach to financial analysis; a year-long effort evaluating state, national and global economic impacts for South Shore economy, and capital investment opportunities
South Lake Tahoe's Year in Review - 2014
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/07/2015 - 8:50pm
The following is a summary of accomplishments during 2014 by the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Strategic Priority: Fiscal Sustainability
The most important issue facing cities and local agencies is continued steadfast attention to the budget, both short term and long term fiscal impacts.
· Implemented “budget watch” approach to financial analysis; a year-long effort evaluating state, national and global economic impacts for South Shore economy, and capital investment opportunities
Restaurant Week in South Lake Tahoe: "Made With Altitude"
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/07/2015 - 12:49am
Experience some of the best South Lake Tahoe restaurants during the 2015 TahoeSouth Restaurant Week beginning on Friday.
Twenty-four restaurants will have special menus available from January 9 through January 16, giving diners the chance to enjoy meals at local favorites for a discounted price.
Video report on New Year's Eve at Stateline
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/01/2015 - 10:28pmJohn Durst and his Fabulous Lake Tahoe video of the New Year's Eve action at Stateline. From the video you can tell that cold temperatures and other activities brought the normally jam packed crowd down by thousands. The road only needed to be closed for about 30 minutes.
Mild New Year's Eve for South Lake Tahoe/Douglas County Law Enforcement
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/01/2015 - 2:39pm
Between South Lake Tahoe and Stateline, New Year's Eve celebrations were fairly mild and had nothing out of the norm occurred.
Perhaps it was the cold temperatures or several activities spread out, but crowds on the street weren't as massive as known in the past.
South Lake Tahoe's Lighthouse Community helps out SnowGlobers
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/01/2015 - 12:41am
The death of 19-year old Alyssa Byrne during the 2013 SnowGlobe event in South Lake Tahoe is still on people's minds, especially now that the temperatures have dropped into single digits with wind chills expected to take them down into negative figures.
Nick and Kadi Alfield wanted to do something this year in Byrne's memory, so they had a booth at SnowGlobe that not only charged cell phones but also gave away gloves, scarves and hats to attendees who were cold.
Local business owner representing Rotary in Rose Parade
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/31/2014 - 8:44pm
Tahoe Douglas Rotarian Joe Zarachoff has been in Pasadena all week, preparing to participate in the 126th annual Tournament of Roses Parade. Zarachoff, who owns Affordable Business Services on the South Shore, is the current District Governor for Rotary District 5190. This year will be the 36th year Rotary has had a float in the parade and the third straight year that the District Governor from Zarachoff's district has walked with, or rode on, the float.
"I am honored to be here representing our District," Zarachoff said.
Free guided New Year's Day hike at Spooner Lake
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/31/2014 - 12:09pmGet outdoors and celebrate the New Year with a free guided hike at Spooner Lake State Park. This will be a snowshoe hike if there is adequate snow. The outing will follow the Spooner Lake loop trail, which is a little over two miles. Very little change in elevation makes this trail a family favorite. Park entrance fees are waived for hike participants.
The hike will take place on January 1 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Spooner Lake State Park is located on Highway 28, ½ mile north of the intersection with Highway 50.
South Lake Tahoe's Top Stories of 2014
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/31/2014 - 11:31am
When reflecting over the past year it's hard to remember all that happened in one's life, unless you're good at keeping a journal and you have time to re-read it.
As I look back at what happened in South Lake Tahoe over the last 365 days, a lot happened, but what may seem to be a top story to me may not seem as important to a reader.
I reviewed our analytics, the numbers that are kept to show how many people read South Tahoe Now stories at any given point, and drew from those numbers to come up with the "South Lake Tahoe's Top Stories of 2014."
Op/Ed: US Forest Service Supervisor handing over the reins
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/31/2014 - 1:16am
The New Year brings big changes both for me personally and for the Forest Service in Lake Tahoe. After 37 years with the agency, I’m looking forward to retirement and handing over the reins at the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit to a new Forest Supervisor.
I’m grateful for steady Basin leadership that has enhanced relationships making them stronger. Days of past tensions between conflicting interests have passed. Today, local agencies work closely together on solutions that protect our communities and our environment.
Teen still missing from Oregon, spotted in California
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/30/2014 - 12:32am
It’s been nearly a month since the suspicious disappearance of 17-year-old Hannah Thomas-Garner. Now community members are anxiously awaiting answers in the case — and are asking police to consider changing it to a criminal investigation.
Garner’s disappearance is not only affecting her family, but also her friends, classmates, and the entire Ashland community.
SnowGlobe attendees need to be prepared for very cold temperatures
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/29/2014 - 11:00pm
Cold, Cold, Cold. That is the forecast for South Lake Tahoe on Tuesday night and SnowGlobe attendees need to be prepared.
A cold front heading to the Sierra on Monday is expected to bring with it 1" to 3" of snow on Tuesday, below normal temperatures and winds at 16 mph with local gusts up to 38 mph. The higher peaks will see winds up to 80 mph.
SnowGlobe attendees will need to be prepared for very cold temps since the high on Tuesday will max out at 24 and the low of 10 will feel more like -7 with the wind chill.
Strong cold front headed to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/27/2014 - 9:41pm
A strong cold front will be pushing through the Sierra, Lake Tahoe area and northwest Nevada Monday night into Tuesday according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
There is a slight chance that snow showers could develop along the front, but confidence is low as this is not the type of system to bring significant snow.
Northstar opens additional terrain and lifts
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/27/2014 - 8:19pm
Recent snowfall and cold temperatures allowed Northstar California Resort to open additional trails and lifts for skiers and riders.
Martis Camp Express, which offers access to the resort’s popular Lookout Mountain, opened today with access to Upper Martis and Washoe trails. Additionally, the Lookout Link lift opened.
Overnight temperatures as cold as 12 degrees created ideal snowmaking conditions, allowing for the additional terrain to open. Tonight’s temperatures are forecast to dip as low as five degrees, which will bring another night of excellent snowmaking weather.
South Lake Tahoe weather forecast: Cold and Dry
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/25/2014 - 9:13pm
A few inches of snow fell at Lake Tahoe ski areas, bringing out skiers and riders in droves for Christmas Day fun.
There is a chance of under an inch snow on the first day of SnowGlobe, Monday, December 29, but other than that the two week forecast is clear and cold.
Per Accuweather, the following is forecast for South Lake Tahoe:
Friday, December 26 - Sunny with a High of 32, Low 10
Saturday, December 27 - Mostly Sunny with a High of 41, Low of 20
Sunday, December 28 - Some sun with a high of 41, Low of 18
Community invited to South Lake Tahoe conference on climate change
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/23/2014 - 11:33pm
Event Date:
January 8, 2015 - 7:45am
Television meteorologists will gather on the south shore once again during Operation Sierra Storm.
Dr. James Hansen, former Director of the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies, and Adjunct Professor at Columbia University, will be the keynote speaker at a January 8 session that is open to the public.
Understanding the Flu and Flu Vaccine
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/17/2014 - 10:04am
Flu season is underway. Misconceptions about the flu prevent people from taking the proper precautions. For example, being out the in cold does not cause the flu. Here are a few more flu myths I hear and facts to help you stay healthy this winter.
FLU MYTHS
MYTH:If you think you have the flu, go to the doctor to get antibiotics.
Snow expected all week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/15/2014 - 8:36am
While it won't be called the storm of the century, a wet and cold system is moving through Northern California and Northern Nevada this week, bringing with it snow and rain.
Here is the forecast from the National Weather Service:
Monday: 60% chance of snow during the day, 70% at night, with lake level accumulations of 2" to 6" expected. A high of 39 and a low of 29. Winds at 5 mph.
Tuesday: 50% chance of snow during the day, 80% at night, with lake level accumulations of 2" to 4" expected. A high of 40 and a low of 26. Winds at 5 mph.
Sierra at Tahoe opens with 15" of fresh snow
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/13/2014 - 1:09am
Local riders and skiers headed to the slopes of Sierra-at-Tahoe for their opening day on Friday. The resort opened at noon following the recent storm that left more than 15 inches of fresh snow in the Sierra. Since early season conditions still exist, the resort will operate ten trails accessed by the Grandview Express and Easy Rider Express.
Tips for being prepared during Lake Tahoe's winter storms
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/11/2014 - 12:38am
Liberty Utilities is reminding customers to always be prepared for winter storms and possible power outages that may result from them.
“Although we’ve made significant progress in reducing electrical outages since acquiring the utility nearly four years ago, the reality is that a really big winter storm can impact our ability to keep the lights on,” according to Mike Smart, President of Liberty Utilities-California.
With the approaching winter storm, Liberty offers the following outage preparation tips:
Lake Valley Fire Department sets holiday fire engine schedule
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/04/2014 - 12:19am
Happy holidays from Lake Valley FPD! Here is the schedule for our Christmas engine to drive through our community neighborhoods. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us!
December 11 – Echo View Estates, Tahoe Mountain Road, Mule Deer Circle
December 12 – Lake Tahoe Blvd from Boulder Mountain Drive to Grizzly Mountain Drive
December 13 – West side of North Upper Truckee from Zuni Street Highway 50, Chiapa Drive
December 14 – East side of North Upper Truckee from Grizzly Mountain to West San Bernardino Ave.
Prevent house fires: Can Your Ashes
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/25/2014 - 8:09pm
Area fire departments respond to fires every year that are caused by people leaving their fireplace or wood stove ashes in a paper bag on their home's deck. These accidents can easily be prevented with correct handling of ashes.
"Can Your Ashes" is a campaign that informs the public of these inherent dangers.
Embers, often concealed in what appears to be cold ashes, can remain hot enough to kindle a fire for several days.
To safely dispose of ashes, fire officials offer these tips:
• Never store ashes in bags or boxes.
New on the South Shore: Posh Finds
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/23/2014 - 10:29pm
Posh Finds has been opened in South Lake Tahoe since November 4, and owner Krystal Garcia is excited about what's to come. The store features lightly used clothing and accessories along with some new items she's been able to find at deep discounts.
"I like nice things but hate to pay retail," said Garcia. Her new shop has a large selection of designer jeans, shoes, tops, jewelry, dresses and little bit of everything.
She moved to South Lake Tahoe over five years ago and has been a stay at home mom. The store, she says, is a long time coming and will fill a void in the area.
Cold Water Brewery & Grill opens in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/19/2014 - 11:39pm
Finishing touches are being put on the new Cold Water Brewery & Grill as General Manager Debbie Brown prepares to open this weekend.
Months have been spent remodeling the former Swiss Chalet Restaurant, installing beer brewing equipment, brewing beer, developing a menu and creating a new South Lake Tahoe experience.
Mayor's State of the City Address: "No progress will ever be made without change"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/18/2014 - 10:16pm
For his "State of the City" address, South Lake Tahoe Mayor Hal Cole took everyone on a trip through the city, celebrating the successes of the last year and creating an anticipation for a future seen with new investments, an improved economy, more businesses and a community that will continue to thrive.
Slight chance of rain and snow in South Lake Tahoe this week
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/15/2014 - 6:16pm
Saturday has been a sunny but chilly day in South Lake Tahoe and people can expect more of the same on Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, the high on Saturday was 51 and a cold front coming into the region will bring a low of just 16 tonight. There is a 20% chance of snow showers before 10 p.m. Saturday night.
Sunday's forecast is mostly sunny with a high of 39 and a low of 19.
Weather Storm Watch in effect from 5 p.m. Halloween until 11 a.m. Saturday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/29/2014 - 9:26pm
The seven day forecast for the Lake Tahoe basin includes sunshine, rain and snow. A foot of snow is expected at upper elevations with 2" to 6" forecast at lake level.
South Lake Tahoe trick or treaters prepare for cold and snow every year, and this year their preparations will be put to good use. Rain will start just after noon Friday according to weather.gov. Highs will be near 58 and breezy, with a southwest wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
South Lake Tahoe to host Amgen Tour's 2015 women's events
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/20/2014 - 5:31pm
Organizers of the 10th anniversary of the Amgen Tour of California announced today that South Lake Tahoe has been chosen to host the first two stages of the women's portion of the race in 2015.
Women's cycling events continue to grow in the Amgen Tour which is America's largest race. The three-day women’s stage race will travel through South Lake Tahoe on May 8-9, 2015 and conclude in Sacramento on May 10, 2015, the same day of the overall start of the men’s race.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/19/2014 - 9:40pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore.
10/11
11:57 a.m. - Skyline Drive - GRAND THEFT. ITEMS REPORTED STOLEN OUT OF UNLOCKED VEHICLE.
12:09 p.m. - Memory Lane - GRAND THEFT. A 61 YEAR OLD MAN REPORTED A THEFT OF $995 IN CURRENCY VIA A TELEPHONE SCAM. A REPORT WAS GENERATED AND FORWARDED TO DETECTIVES AND THE SOUTH LAKE TAHOE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR INFORMATION.
Sign ups being taken for 11 week Master Gardener training session
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/08/2014 - 10:13pm
The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) invites adults interested in helping others learn about gardening and landscaping to apply to train as a Lake Tahoe Master Gardener volunteer. UCCE Master Gardener volunteers learn University-based scientific information and then share that knowledge with the gardening community. Master Gardener volunteers are people of all ages and from all walks of life.
