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Chili Fundraiser for Douglas County TRIAD
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 3:03pm
The Coyote Grill will be hosting a Chili Night fundraiser for the Douglas County TRIAD group from 5pm to 10 pm.
TRIAD is a volunteer service organization combining a cooperative agreement between the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, East Fork Fire and Paramedic District and Douglas County senior citizens, committed to enhancing the quality of life for our senior citizens. for more info see the Douglas Co. Sheriff's website.
Get Fresh & Healthy Workshop: Kid Friendly Foods
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 2:49pm
Lake Tahoe Community College's Community Education series is offering "Get Fresh & Healthy - Food the Kids Will Love Too!" this Thursday from 6 pm to 9 pm at the main campus kitchen. Class participants will explore techniques of cooking with fresh fruits and vegetables in this inclusive hands-on workshop. The participant will learn and take home the recipe of a tasty GET FRESH dish the whole family will enjoy. Registration cost is $38.
Tahoe Pride's Monthly Mixer at Murphy's Irish pub
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 2:32pm
Tahoe Pride's Monthly Mixers fall on the second Tuesday of every month...this month it just happens to be Valentine's Day too! Come and enjoy meeting new folks and seeing familiar faces as well from 6 to 9 pm at Murphy's Irish Pub. For more info and to stay connected see our Facebook Page
South Lake Tahoe gourmet shop celebrates 35 years
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/10/2012 - 12:50am
For those born after 1976, the Cork and More is older than they are. The specialty food and wine shop recently celebrated a milestone, marking its thirty-fifth year in business last month. From a small wine and cheese shop to a complete culinary business, the store has grown and changed over the years to offer the consumer gourmet food, products and accessories for the kitchen and the table.
Traditional Celtic Music Session
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 02/10/2012 - 12:09am
Come listen to local Lake Tahoe musicians play it like it is in Ireland at Murphys Irish Pub! Hosted by eighth generation professional bagpiper Sean Cummings, this rollicking music session happens every Thursday night until about 10 pm (or until they throw us out). Anne Roos and her Celtic harp joins them and you’ll hear her jump in with the others to perform toe-tapping jigs, lilting waltzes, and poignant airs. No cover charge, just relax in front of the fireplace or cozy up to the authentic wooden bar, surrounded by antique Irish memorabilia, and enjoy a pint with your favorite pub food.
DUI patrol stepped up on Sunday
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 02/04/2012 - 10:21amThe Avoid the 6 El Dorado County DUI Campaign is reminding football fans watching this year’s Super Bowl game with friends and family to make the right decision before kickoff and game plan in a designated sober driver. Law Enforcement joins with the national “Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk” message from the National Football League (NFL), the California office of Traffic Safety (OTS), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management (TEAM) Coalition.
Where to catch the big game Sunday
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 02/04/2012 - 6:00amBusinesses around the South Shore celebrate Super Bowl Sunday with events, drink and food specials and atmosphere that just screams "Touchdown." Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m.WHERE: Turn 3 ADDR...
Business By Referral Luncheon with South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 10:05pmJoin us at the Rockwater Restaurant for a business networking and referral lunch! The South Tahoe Chamber is growing fast and has several events coming up in the next few months, this is a good time to get connected and involved!
For more information, go to the South Tahoe Chamber website or call (530)542-5060
Wine & Desserts with Cakes by Grace
Submitted by admin on Sat, 01/28/2012 - 2:29pm
Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Get ready for Valentine’s Day with wine and dessert. Local baker Grace Gore from Tahoe Cakes by Grace joins us to share her delectable treats specially paired to go with our wine. $20, advance, $25 at door.
For more information or to make reservations, call (530)544-WINE or visit Apres Wine Co. online
Food-waste recycling grows, pressuring compost makers
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/25/2012 - 2:05pmCARSON CITY, Nev. - Atlantis Casino Resort got lots of warm media attention last month as it launched a program to recycle organics - food wastes and the like - through a Carson City composting ...
Outdoors with Don Q: Things you need to know about ice fishing
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 01/25/2012 - 12:05am
With the arrival of winter weather in this area, we certainly have plenty of water frozen on our creeks, streams, rivers, ponds, lakes and reservoirs.
And, that ice covering effectively inhibits your opportunity to catch fish…unless you are an ice fisherman.
Winterfest Chili Cookoff at LTCC
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 9:29pm
Come to the Commons at Lake Tahoe Community College on Tuesday, January 24 from noon to 1:00pm for the Winterfest Chili Cookoff. This is a showcase event for the Clubs of LTCC to share who they are and what they do, while offering food and fun with students and faculty.
For more information go to Ltcc.edu or call (530)544-4660.
Full Text of President Obama's State of the Union address; GOP response
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 7:47pm
The following is the complete text of President Obama's State of the Union address as written.
Remarks of President Barack Obama - As Prepared for Delivery
State of the Union Address
"An America Built to Last"
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012
Washington, DC
Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans:
Get Fresh and Healthy Cooking Workshops at LTCC
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/23/2012 - 2:37pm
Event Date:
February 2, 2012 (All day) The Community Education department at Lake Tahoe Community College presents “Get Fresh and Healthy” workshop series. This is a series of four workshops; however you can register for individual workshops OR for all four together! Each workshop is ONLY $38!!
• Cooking with Spices is on Thursday, February 2nd from 6pm-9pm.
This exciting workshop will help you learn to elevate the flavor of foods by using different herb and spice blends. The facilitator of this workshop is local and master gardener, Diane Weidinger.
• The Winter Soup Workshop is on Friday, February 10th from 6pm-9pm.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College
One College Drive
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
30° 8' 16.944" N, 81° 46' 25.6224" W
See map: Google Maps
New storm to arrive on Sunday; ski resorts prepare for brisk business
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 01/21/2012 - 12:34pmWinter weather continues through today in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Ski resorts report up to 2 feet of snow from the system which arrived Friday and continues today. The National Weather Service in Reno reports that a second and much colder storm will move into the area on Sunday into Monday, dropping temperatures and bringing more snow. Here is the latest from the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority on the storms:
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Thanks to Harrah's for remembering the locals
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/20/2012 - 11:25amKudos to the food and beverage crew at Harrah's for extending their "Forest Buffet Locals Special" into the New Year, five nights per week plus Sunday champagne brunch. These feasts for only 10 buc...
Ready for the wild: Tahoe bear cubs rehabilitated and set free
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/20/2012 - 2:29am
Three bear cubs, nursed back to health by Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, Inc., were released into the wild this week.
The bears, each close to a year old, were brought to the South Lake Tahoe facility last summer where they were found malnourished and without mothers.
The California Department of Fish and Game released one of the cubs, a female, north of Truckee on Tuesday and two were taken to Alpine County on Wednesday. The cubs were put into winter dens made by Fish and Game biologists.
Tahoe South Winter Snow Blast!
Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/18/2012 - 5:45pm
Heavenly and Harrah’s Lake Tahoe team up to bring Tahoe South Winter
Snow Blast 2012. Four big weekends of on-mountain concerts and après
ski entertainment, followed by nights of live music and a hot new club
scene.
Concert Saturday, February 25 at 7 pm with G. Love & Special Sauce tickets are $29.50 plus tax & fees
To book your Heavenly Winter Snow Blast weekend or to purchase show
tickets, www.LTSnowBlast.com and call (775) 586-7000 or (800)HEAVENLY.
Tahoe South Winter Snow Blast!
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/17/2012 - 4:34pm
Ski all day, party all night at the Lake Tahoe Winter Snow Blast weekends. This January - April, join us for one weekend per month filled with rockin' live music at Harrah's Center Stage, 4800 acres of amazing skiing/riding at Heavenly, après ski parties and more. Each Winter Snow Blast weekend features performances from some of the hottest bands in the industry for this weekend, we'll feature FITZ & THE TANTRUMS.
Kit Knight's Latest with Jazz at Bona Fide Books
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/16/2012 - 6:05pm
Drop in to Bona Fide Books on Saturday, February 4 to check out the latest work of local Tahoe artist Kit Night. The reception will be from 5:30 to 7:30, is free and open to the public.
Inspired by jazz legends Miles, Coltrane, Brubeck and more, her oil paintings will lift your spirits, as will the accompanying live jazz band. Refreshments will be provided.
Can't make it to the reception? Kit's work will be up at HQ February 2-29. Stop by at your convenience to check out the show! Contact Bona Fide Books at (530)573-1513.
Diamond Peak at Lake Tahoe is the little resort that can
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Sun, 01/15/2012 - 3:01pm
Diamond Peak mountain resort doesn't get much national press coverage largely because it is a family resort. But it has some fine runs and great views of Lake Tahoe. And its Last Tracks windup to a day on the slopes is unmatched anywhere around Tahoe. I know, I've gone it several times.
Fishing report through Jan. 17
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 01/12/2012 - 2:40am
Here is the fishing report through Jan. 17 for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Made in Tahoe: Don the Baker dishes up shtick with his sweets
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/11/2012 - 9:09am
In this life, Don Ewing is a baker. In a previous life, he probably had his own TV show based on his life as a comedian who does shtick based on flour, yeast and water.
While South Shore is lucky to have Howie Nave as the emcee of all things standup comedy, Ewing, known around town as "Don the Baker," knows he can't compete on the same stage.
"I'm not really not funny," he says. "I'm not rich, either. I'm a baker's man who kneads dough."
Pray for SNOW at Apres Wine Co.
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/09/2012 - 12:10pm
Who would believe we’d be holding a pray for snow party in mid-January? We’ve picked the auspicious day of Friday the 13th to throw one. From 4pm to 10pm... Be there in your snow boots, mittens and parkas to egg on Mother Nature! January also marks Après’ Third Anniversary, so we figured we’d double up and celebrate that, too. Enjoy prizes and special discounts!
For more info or to make reservations, contact apreswineco.com
Tahoe Chamber Breakfast
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/09/2012 - 11:45am
Member or not, all are invited to hear what is in store for 2012 at TahoeChamber.org. Join us for a continental breakfast provided by our host Inn by the Lake to hear what the TahoeChamber has accomplished in the past 5 years and what's in store for the future. Guest speakers will include TahoeChamber President and CEO, "B" Gorman, Board Members and Staff.
This is a FREE event for all members of the community. Please call to register 775.588.1728 or email Emily@TahoeChamber.org ...We hope to see you there!
Revenues Increase But Major Nevada Casinos Lost $4 Billion In FY2011
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/06/2012 - 3:22pmCARSON CITY – Nevada’s major casinos saw total revenues increase to $22 billion last fiscal year, but the 256 properties reported a net loss of just under $4 billion, the Gaming Control Board reported today.
It was the third year of losses in a row. The only other loss since records have been kept came in 2002.
The report, called the Nevada Gaming Abstract, analyzes those casino properties grossing $1 million or more in gaming revenue for the year ending June 30, 2011.
Book proves why eating locally makes a difference
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 3:19amBook proves why eating locally makes a difference. Posted by admin in Food & Wine, Lifestyle on January 3rd, 2012 | no responses. By Kathryn Reed. “Voting with your fork” is a phrase author Jasia ...
California community colleges to ration classes
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/29/2011 - 1:59amPosted by admin in News on December 28th, 2011 | no responses. By Nanette Asimov, San Francisco Chronicle. During World War II, there was food rationing. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../california-commun...
Chef insists kitchen be stocked with locally
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/26/2011 - 12:52am(That's too bad, because the experience at the restaurant last week left two Lake Tahoe News reporters wishing we'd eaten elsewhere. The food was average, ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../chef-ins...
Tahoe Douglas, East Fork firefighters make significant holiday contributions
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 3:11pm
Members of the Tahoe Douglas Firefighter's Association I.A.F.F. Local 2441, left, and the East Fork Professional Firefighters I.A.F.F. Local 3726, right, presented their donations to Kathy Thompson, the managing director of the Carson Valley Community Food Closet in Gardnerville, Nev., on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011. The Tahoe Douglas Firefighter's Association donated $1500 worth of gifts to three local families, a $500 check and 200 pounds of food to the food closet and the East Fork Professional Firefighters donated 14 complete holiday family dinners and 600 pounds of food to the food closet.
Opinion: Bread & Broth thankful for support
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 10:55pmBread & Broth is able to continue its mission of feeding the hungry of South Lake Tahoe in large part because of the generosity of the local community. A $250 sponsorship covers the cost of food a...
Northstar California completes $30 million in upgrades
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 6:14pm
By Sam Bauman
Northstar California did up things well Tuesday (name change, used to be "at-Tahoe") by officially opening its new multimillion dollar Zephyr lodge at the top of Zephyr lift and a new chairlift, the Promised Land Express. The new quad chair services two new trails. This completes a spending program of $30 million on upgrades, trails and support activities at the Lake Tahoe resort.
TRPA Brings Holiday Cheer to Families in Need
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 1:11pm
By Kristi Boosman
Staff and members of the Governing Board at the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency got into the holiday spirit this year by trying to make the holidays a little nicer for some local children and families in need.
“We know many local families are struggling this year,” said Jill Larson, one of the organizers of TRPA’s holiday drive. “The staff really wanted to help,” she said.
Police: There are no holiday festivities in jail
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 9:35amAs you celebrate the holiday season, enjoying traditions, food, family and fun, be reminded that South Lake Tahoe Police, Placerville Police, El Dorado County Sheriff and the CHP will be out in for...
Heavenly Mountain at Lake Tahoe opens top to bottom skiing in Nevada
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 8:20pmBehind the power of the West Coast’s largest snowmaking system, Heavenly Mountain Resort opened Stagecoach Express on Wednesday, Dec. 14, giving skiers and snowboarders top-to-bottom skiing and riding on the resort’s Nevada side.
As demand soars, Christmas Cheer makes plea for help
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/13/2011 - 2:22pm
The Great Recession continues to rear its head here at home, with demands on social services soaring and a genuine fear that South Shore’s food bank won’t be able to provide Christmas dinner for a record number of families in need.
For 30 years, the Christmas Cheer food bank has helped families celebrate Christmas with a traditional dinner of turkey and all the trimmings. However, with 800 families expected to be on the list of those to receive a dinner, the charity has only 75 donated turkeys and five hams to give and organizers say they are beyond being nervous.
Livestrong, American Century give $100,000 to South Lake Tahoe area nonprofits
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 11:41amThe holiday arrived early for 27 South Lake Tahoe non-profit organizations Thursday, Dec. 8, as $100,000 in charitable contributions was distributed on behalf of LIVESTRONG® and the American Century Championship by the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority.
“We’re fortunate to have the support from LIVESTRONG, NBC Sports and American Century Investments to assist to the local community,” said Carol Chaplin, executive director of the LTVA in a news release. “In addition to an outstanding event which attracts visitors, our 22-year partnership also helps local groups in need.”
Outdoors with Don Q: Some personal memories from the year 2011
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 2:00am
By Don Quilici
As I look forward to the year of 2012 with high expectations, hopes and dreams, this is a good time to reflect back on some selected personal memories from the rapidly ending year of 2011. Here are my top memories:
TRPA Taking Holiday Donations for Families in Need
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/06/2011 - 9:12pmBy Kristi Boosman
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency is partnering with Christmas Cheer All Year and St. Theresa’s Catholic Church to collect donations for local families in need this holiday season.
“We are concerned that so many local families are struggling right now,” said Joanne Marchetta, Executive Director for TRPA. “We want to help make sure that no local child goes without warm clothes and that families don’t go hungry this holiday season.”
LTSS Chamber Wine Walk BAHM!
Submitted by admin on Tue, 12/06/2011 - 1:28pm
Join the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber for a Winter Wine Walk BAHM on December 8th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
Check in at the Marriott Grand Residence and visit our member businesses while socializing with fellow chamber members.
Tickets are just $10 for members/$20 non and include food & beverages, raffle prizes, ice skating and more. Complimentary valet parking provided by the Marriott Grand Residence. See Tahoechamber.org for more information or call (775) 588-1728.
Reno-Tahoe International Airport to undergo $40 million in renovations
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/05/2011 - 9:53am
Beginning today the Reno-Tahoe International Airport will be undergoing $40 million in renovations, including a Lake Tahoe-themed ticket lobby. The Gateway Project, which will bring about 275 jobs now through April 2013, features an upgrade to the baggage claim area, creating a first floor single security checkpoint, plus new retail and places to eat.
Opinion: Tahoe food pantry expresses thanks
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 11:15pmTo the community,. Tahoe Community Church Food Pantry would like to say thank you for the generous donations to our Food Pantry from the community. MontBleu casino and its employees continued their tr...
Opinion: Tahoe food pantry expresses thanks
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 8:45pmTo the community,. Tahoe Community Church Food Pantry would like to say thank you for the generous donations to our Food Pantry from the community. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../opinion-tahoe-food-pant...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Food pantry grateful for donations
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/30/2011 - 3:37pmThank you from Tahoe Community Church for the generous community donations to our Food Pantry!MontBleu Casino and its employees continued the tradition of the last several years, and generously don...
Heavenly Foundation to host Winter Welcome on Dec. 9
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/30/2011 - 11:47am
By Aimi Xistra-Rich
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will host the Winter Welcome on Friday, December 9th, 2011 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm at Heavenly’s California Lodge on Saddle Rd. at the top of Ski Run Blvd. Celebrate the coming of Winter in après style, the event will feature heavy gourmet hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and a beer and wine bar; live music will be played by local musicians Jerel Dutton and JT Chevallier.
Agency advises to celebrate the holidays safely
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 11/27/2011 - 2:12pmBy Tia Rancourt
The winter holidays are a time for celebration with family and friends, and that means more cooking, entertaining, home decorating and an increased risk of home fires due to increased usage of cooking and heating equipment. Most home fires and injuries occur in the kitchen as reported by the U.S. Fire Administration. Here are some simple and easy life-saving tips from the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District to remember during the holiday season:
Offenbacher talks Tahoe Adventure Film Festival and Flying Wild in Alaska
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/22/2011 - 9:41am
It has been quite a year for Lake Tahoe's outdoor adventure tribal elder Todd Offenbacher. The film festival founder, Lake Tahoe TV host, mountaineer and unofficial statesmen of all things uniquely outdoors has been to the Arctic Circle, just returned from a trip to Antarctica, and will be featured in two segments on the popular Discovery Channel program Flying Wild in Alaska.
Kirkwood Mountain Resort to open Friday
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/21/2011 - 8:13pm
Kirkwood Mountain Resort announced it will open Friday, Nov. 25, the day after Thanksgiving, and remain open through the weekend, and then again from Friday, Dec. 2 to Dec. 4. Kirkwood says it will use midweek operations for on mountain preparation, snow making and readying more terrain. The resort hopes to open for full seven-day-a-week winter operations beginning Friday, Dec. 9. The date may change, however, with significant snowfall.
Music Festivals, Entertainment and Fireworks on tap over holidays at South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/21/2011 - 1:09pm
By the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
Lake Tahoe South is New Year’s celebration central with Snow Globe, a three-day outdoor music festival with over 40 world-class musicians on three main stages, firework shows, combined with a myriad of outdoor recreation, entertainment and nightlife, providing action-packed holiday season for kids of all ages.
Annual See's Candy Sales for SLT Cancer League
Submitted by admin on Sun, 11/20/2011 - 9:19pmThe South Lake Tahoe Cancer League's Annual sale of See's Candies begins this week and continues daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Profits from the fundraiser will help local residents undergoing treatment for cancer with transportation, home cleaning and grants.
For more information on the Cancer League, contact (530)544-1306.
