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South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/12/2016 - 9:27pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from October 12 to November 8, 2016.
10/12/16: 11 calls: 4 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 woodland fire, 2 water or steam leak, 1 no incident found, 1 smoke scare/odor of smoke, 1 CO detector activation
10/13/16: 11 calls: 5 EMS, 1 police matter, 1 call to assist invalid, 1 smoke detector activation-no fire, 1 good intent call, 1 canceled en route, 1 interfacility transfer
Douglas County election results
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 11:20pm
7:00 a.m. 11/9 update: 100 percent of the precincts have been counted in Douglas County.
Douglas County School Board
Area 3
Keith Byer 13,009 65.88 %
Michael Kiger 6737 34.12 %
Area 4
Linda Gilkerson 11,760 58.19 %
Larry Lippman 8450 41.81 %
Cave Rock General Improvement District
Ralph Miller 53 43.80 %
Joanne Zerg 45 37.19 %
Michael Rooney 23 19.01 %
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District
Greg Felton 1710 27.57 %
Ann Grant 1680 27.08 %
Larry Schussel 1678 27.05 %
Get out and vote - Election Day 2016
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 9:38am
Many are ready for this election to be over the national level with the negativity surrounding the campaigns. On a local level there are several choices before voters.
If you have not already submitted your ballots, find your polling place here:
If you live in the South Lake Tahoe City limits, you are able to vote for two of ten candidates for City Council (in alphabetical order):
Brooke Laine
Dan McLaughlin
Jason Collin
JoAnn Conner
Tahoe Chamber gives position on local ballot measures
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/25/2016 - 2:44pm
The Board of the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) has announced its position on seven local ballot measures in the City of South Lake Tahoe and Douglas County.
Yes on Measure P
South Lake Tahoe council candidates share their views on sustainability and climate issues
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/18/2016 - 10:19pm
The South Lake Tahoe chapter of the Citizen's Climate Lobby recently asked all ten of the candidates their views on climate change, green buildings and our carbon footprint and how they can make a change if elected.
The Citizen's Climate Lobby is an organization focused on national policies to address climate change, and the South Lake Tahoe chapter is one of 354 in the United States and abroad.
Patricia Sussman of the local chapter said just five of the candidates responded to their questions.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 7:43pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from October 1 - 11, 2016.
10/1/16: 10 calls - 5 EMS, 1 interfacility psych transfer, 1 person in distress, 2 illegal attempts to burn, 1 alarm sounded - no fire
10/2/16: 7 calls - 3 EMS, 1 building fire, 1 vehicle accident with injuries, 1 interfacility psych transfer, 1 chimney or flue fire
10/3/16: 8 calls - 4 EMS, 2 interfacility transfers, 1 gas leak, 1 good intent call
10/4/16: 7 calls - 5 EMS, 1 no incidents found upon arrival
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/03/2016 - 7:33pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from September 22 to September 30, 2016
9/22/16: 9 calls - 6 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 2 police matters
9/23/16: 11 calls - 7 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 carbon monoxide incident, 2 good intent calls
9/24/16: 9 calls - 3 EMS, 1 carbon monoxide detector activated - no CO, 1 police matter, 1 wildland fire, 1 barbeque/tar kettle, 1 fire "other," 1 emergency medical service "other"
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/25/2016 - 9:03pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from September 13 to September 21, 2016
9/13/16: 4 calls - 3 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer
9/14/16: 11 calls - 4 EMS, 2 interfacility transfers, 1 interfacility psych transfer, 3 dispatched and canceled en route, 1 service call
9/15/16: 6 calls - 3 EMS, 1 sprinkler activation - no fire, 1 carbon monoxide detector activation - no CO, 1 vehicle accident with injuries
9/16/16: 8 calls - 2 EMS, 3 interfacility transfers, 1 public service, 1 smoke or odor removal, 1 vehicle accident with injuries
Two fires in South Lake Tahoe - one caused by BBQ grill, other under investigation
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/21/2016 - 9:45pm
There have been two fires on the South Shore this week, one on Saturday, September 17, the other on the Monday the 19th.
The first one was in the 1000 block of Lodi Avenue at 9:16 p.m. A fire started with a gas grill and extended to the fence and from there, ignited the exterior of the neighbor's home. Firefighters from South Tahoe Fire Rescue responded and had the fire knocked down at 9:32 p.m.
One of the residents had a minor burn but no hospitalization was needed. Estimated property damage is $1,500.
Reminder: Annual Firefest venue and activities have changed!
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/19/2016 - 12:06pm
Due to a venue conflict, the 2016 FireFest will be held at Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe on Saturday, September 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The free event is open to the public.
Fire danger at Lake Tahoe remains a concern for fire officials
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/07/2016 - 10:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team is reminding the public that fire danger in the Lake Tahoe Basin remains high due to the ongoing drought and lack of precipitation. Illegal campfires and warming fires continue to be a concern for fire officials and are the major cause of wildfires in the basin. Fire restrictions are still in effect on National Forest land and will remain in effect until the official end of fire season.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/26/2016 - 10:20pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from August 19 to August 25, 2016.
8/19/16: 17 calls: 8 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 3 dispatch errors, 1 vehicle accident with injuries, 3 canceled en route, 1 public service assist
8/20/16: 14 calls: 8 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 smoke scare/odor of smoke, 1 gasoline spill, 3 canceled en route
8/21/16: 12 calls: 4 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 interfacility psych transfer, 3 dispatch error, 1 vehicle accident no injuries, 1 false alarm, 1 alarm sounded-no fire
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/21/2016 - 1:46pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from August 11 to August 18, 2016.
8/11/16: 9 calls - 3 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 false alarm, 1 medical assist, 1 public assistance, 2 canceled en route
8/12/16: 11 calls - 9 EMS, 1 unintentional transmission of alarm, 1 vehicle accident with injuries
8/13/16: 16 calls - 10 EMS, 2 interfacility transfers, 1 no incident found, 2 canceled en route, 1 unauthorized burning
October completion date expected for upgraded Lake Tahoe Airport lobby
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/19/2016 - 12:46pm
Several local contractors are working on the renovation of the Lake Tahoe Airport lobby, one that is costing the City $627,371,
Improvements include mechanical and ADA improvements on the interior of the 57-year-old building. The last time the air and heating were upgraded was 40 years ago.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/14/2016 - 12:15am
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from August 1 to August 10, 2016.
8/1/16: 15 calls - 6 EMS, 2 interfacility transfers, 1 ring or jewelry removal, 1 public service, 1 wildland fire, 1 arcing or shorted electrical equipment, 2 no incidents found, 1 unauthorized burning
8/2/16: 8 calls - 1 EMS, 1 carbon monoxide detector activation, 1 medical assist, 1 good intent call, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 citizen complaint, 1 call to assist invalid, 1 barbeque, tar kettle issue
8/3/16: 6 calls - 6 EMS
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Incidents
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/10/2016 - 6:58pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from July 13 to July 31, 2016.
7/13 - 14 calls: 9 EMS, 1 psych interfacility transfer, 3 smoke scare/smell of smoke, 1 canceled en route.
7/14 - 11 calls: 7 EMS, 1 public service call, 2 interfacility transfers, 1 no incident found.
7/15 - 8 calls: 5 EMS, 2 interfacility transfer, 1 smoke detector malfunction.
7/16 - 17 calls: 14 EMS, 1 citizen complaint, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 canceled en route.
7/17 - 10 calls: 8 EMS, 1 grass fire at rear of 1030 Al Tahoe Blvd, 1 canceled en route.
Investigation into fatal fire in Incline Village
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/07/2016 - 3:22pm
One person died early Sunday morning as fire swept through their Incline Village home on Tomahawk Trail, north of SR28.
At 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 7, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office deputies and fire personnel were dispatched to a structure fire. Upon arrival they found the condominium fully engulfed in flames.
After several hours of firefighting efforts, crews were able to enter the structure and discover a subject deceased in the home.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork August 1 - 6
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/01/2016 - 8:15pm
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to just north of Granlibakken Road in Tahoe City that is upgrading storm water drainage and treatment systems, adding curb and gutter, resurfacing and realigning the road, adding new left-turn pockets and widening shoulders on an 8-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected by summer 2017.
Lake Tahoe airport lobby improvements underway
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/28/2016 - 4:37pm
To become more of a warm welcome to South Lake Tahoe, the lobby at the Lake Tahoe Airport is undergoing renovations that will include a gas fireplace, a lounge with new seating, new flooring and offices.
Old KGID treatment plant and trailers removed for new luxury Lake Tahoe project
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/28/2016 - 3:17pm
What was once home to 155 mobile homes and the KGID water treatment plant took one big step towards being a luxury condominium project on Wednesday when developers tore down the plant.
The mobile homes are all gone, with the remaining few given 90 day notices in January to vacate the property.
Water main breaks near Genoa, residents on precautionary boil water alert
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/25/2016 - 1:26pm
3:30 p.m. update from Douglas County Officials: The water line has been located, but it is 15 feet deep with a gas line in the excavation hole and unmarked fiber optic lines running parallel to the edge of pavement along the old road bed. Therefore, efforts are currently limited to the use of a vactor truck for excavation.
The road crew is working with utilities on the excavation. It is anticipated that the crews will be working into the night to make the leak repair. Crockett Construction is onsite and they will be performing the excavation once fiber optics are located.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule July 24 - July 30
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/23/2016 - 6:30pm
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to just north of Granlibakken Road in Tahoe City that is upgrading storm water drainage and treatment systems, adding curb and gutter, resurfacing and realigning the road, adding new left-turn pockets and widening shoulders on an 8-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected by summer 2017.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule July 17 - July 23
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/18/2016 - 6:26pm
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to just north of Granlibakken Road in Tahoe City that is upgrading storm water drainage and treatment systems, adding curb and gutter, resurfacing and realigning the road, adding new left-turn pockets and widening shoulders on an 8-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected by summer 2017.
Firefighters quickly put out two fires on the South Shore
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/17/2016 - 2:34pm
Firefighters responded to two small fires on Sunday, one at Round Hill and the other in the meadow behind the Ross store.
A person walking behind the US Forest Service building and Ross/Rite Aid building saw a fire and rushed into Ross to call 911. Firefighters responded quickly and the small fire was quickly extinguished. The fire was only able to burn a 5 ft x 5 ft square. The cause is under investigation.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule July 10 - July 16
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/09/2016 - 10:31pm
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to just north of Granlibakken Road in Tahoe City that is upgrading storm water drainage and treatment systems, adding curb and gutter, resurfacing and realigning the road, adding new left-turn pockets and widening shoulders on an 8-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected by summer 2017.
Public input sought on Lake Tahoe transportation issues
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/07/2016 - 2:05pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) are seeking more public input on ideas to improve Lake Tahoe’s transportation system to reduce traffic congestion in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule July 3 - July 9
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/03/2016 - 2:19pm
NOTE: Most traffic-interfering work will be restricted until 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 5 due to the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
SPECIAL EVENT
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from the “Y” at Lake Tahoe Boulevard and State Route 89 North to Rufus Allen Boulevard: Motorists can expect a moving closure of both lanes from 10 a.m. to Noon Monday July 4 for the City of South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Six-hour stand off ends at Motel 6 in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/02/2016 - 10:59pm
An almost six-hour long standoff in the parking lot of the South Lake Tahoe Motel 6 parking lot has ended, with no suspect in custody, though a warrant has been issued for 31-year-old Sean Wanamaker.
South Lake Tahoe Police officers were called to the area Saturday afternoon after a person said a man got into an argument with someone in the parking lot, and that he brandished a handgun, then went into a trailer parked at the motel.
Blue Go out, TTD in, as operations change July 1
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/30/2016 - 8:58pm
The Tahoe Transportation District will assume daily operations of the bus transit system in South Lake Tahoe beginning July 1, and along with that change is a new name. Blue Go is out, and TTD is in.
42 buses make up the local system which have more than 800,000 trips annually on their routes which cover both sides of the state line including commuter bus service from the lake to Carson City and the Carson Valley.
Fire pit restrictions differ on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/28/2016 - 9:05pm
Depending on where you live on the South Shore, you may be able to have a wood fire in your outdoor fire pit, or, maybe not.
Restrictions differ between Tahoe Douglas Fire Department and the City of South Lake Tahoe and Lake Valley Fire Departments.
Cal Fire and the U.S Forest Service also have fire regulations to be aware of.
USFS asks public to stay safe during the Fourth of July holiday at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/27/2016 - 6:10pmThe Fourth of July holiday period is the busiest time of year in the Lake Tahoe Basin. For those visiting during the holiday and attending one of the firework displays over the lake, expect extremely crowded conditions and excess traffic. Because of the Basin’s high elevation, expect intense sunlight during the day and much lower temperatures at night. Bring sunscreen, a jacket, and carry a flashlight. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated.
Early morning fire at South Lake Tahoe home
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/27/2016 - 11:20am
5:30 p.m. update 6/27: A call went into South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue at 6:47 a.m. Monday, June 27 of a home on fire on Kubel Avenue. When personnel arrived, they saw flames from the roof and shed at the rear of the property.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule June 26 - July 2
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/26/2016 - 10:34am
Most traffic-interfering work will be restricted from 5 a.m. Friday, July 1 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 5 due to the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to just north of Granlibakken Road in Tahoe City that is upgrading storm water drainage and treatment systems, adding curb and gutter, resurfacing and realigning the road, adding new left-turn pockets and widening shoulders on an 8-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected by summer 2017.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Incidents
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/25/2016 - 8:52am
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from June 16 - June 23, 2016.
6/16 - 6 calls: 5 EMS, 1 "no incident found upon arrival"
6/17 - 14 calls: 7 EMS, 1 call to assist invalid, 1 steam/vapor thought to be smoke, 1 gas leak, 1 dispatch error, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 unauthorized burning, 1 medical assist
6/18 - 6 calls: 5 EMS, 1 false alarm
6/19 - 6 calls: 3 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 unauthorized burning, 1 attempted illegal burning
Lake Tahoe area roadwork June 20 - 25
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/20/2016 - 7:22pm
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to just north of Granlibakken Road in Tahoe City that is upgrading storm water drainage and treatment systems, adding curb and gutter, resurfacing and realigning the road, adding new left-turn pockets and widening shoulders on an 8-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected by summer 2017.
SLT City Council to look at City Hall lobby upgrades, Knight's Inn purchase
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/19/2016 - 8:22pm
During the City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 21, the following items will be addressed and possibly voted on:
The approval of $627,371 to be spend on the lobby of the SLT Airport to make improvements for both appearance and aging electrical and lighting. A Verdi, Nev., company submitted the bid to add a gas fireplace, log and iron accents, stone facade, new windows, walls and ADA complaince.
Approve measures to add two new tax measures to the November ballot, one to increase Tourist Occupancy Tax (TOT) by 2 percent and the other to increase sales tax by 1/2 percent.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue incidents
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/19/2016 - 7:36pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from June 1 to June 15, 2016.
June 1 - 11 calls: 5 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 vehicle accident no injuries, 1 police matter, 1 sprinkler activation no fire, 1 alarm activation no fire, 1 canceled en route.
June 2 - 11 calls: 7 EMS, 1 police matter, 1 vehicle accident with no injuries, 1 no incident found, 1 smoke detector activation no fire.
June 3 - 12 calls: 7 EMS, 1 unauthorized burning, 2 interfacility transfers, 1 dispatch error, 1 vehicle accident with injuries.
Mark Twain heads West again to Virginia City, Carson City and Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/15/2016 - 2:20pm
Event Date:
June 23, 2016 - 12:00pm The historical American character and humorist, Mark Twain is returning to Nevada and Lake Tahoe California, so be on the lookout for an elderly man with a distinctive mound of unruly white hair, wearing a white suit with an ever-present cigar in his hand. Actually, Rob Alvey, a professional geologist and adjunct Professor at York College in NYC is coming. Alvey, an award winning geologist with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Superfund Division is well regarded for his unique sense of humor and an uncanny resemblance to Samuel Clemens alter ego, Mark Twain.
Busy weekend for SLTPD: Shooting, armed robbery, arson and motorcycle theft
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/12/2016 - 8:19am
One can tell summer is here with the increased number of calls into the South Lake Tahoe Police Department. If keeping drivers, pedestrians and cyclists safe weren’t enough, officers responded to several out of the usual type of calls this weekend.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule June 12- June 18
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/11/2016 - 7:12pm
Long term projects:
June 12-17 - State Route 89 (Placer County) from Mankato Place to Cathedral Drive: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations around the clock from 10 p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. Friday for roadway excavation, drainage work and curb and gutter construction.
June 13-17 - State Route 89 (El Dorado County) from Cascade Road to Cascade Creek: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations from 2 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday and 2 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday for shoulder work and permanent erosion control.
Tahoe Tidbits: Cork & More changing hands, Postmarc Hotel to expand
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/04/2016 - 8:56pm
The popular and long-time South Lake Tahoe business, the Cork & More, has sold. After almost 40 years of supplying wine, cheese, gifts and deli options to an adoring public, owners Jim and Kim Warlow have decided to retire. They were originally planning to close last Fall, but when potential buyers started to look into purchasing the store on Al Tahoe Blvd., the Warlows decided to hold off closure.
Escrow is expected to close around July 1 Jim said. After that, he's looking forward to enjoying Lake Tahoe's year round recreation from the slopes to the bike trails.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule June 5 - June 11
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/04/2016 - 6:25pm
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
June 5-10 - State Route 89 (Placer County) from Mankato Place to Granlibakken Road: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations around the clock from 10 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. Friday for drainage work and curb and gutter construction.
June 6-9 - State Route 89 (El Dorado County) from Meeks Creek to Wilson Avenue: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday for pavement fog sealing.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Incidents
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/04/2016 - 6:10pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from May 19 - May 31, 2016.
5/19 - 8 calls: 2 EMS, 1 vehicle accident with injuries, 1 power line down, 1 EMS/Rescue standby, 1 false alarm, 1 psych interfacility transfer, 1 no incident found
5/20 - 3 calls: 1 EMS, 1 good intent call, 1 service call "other"
5/21 - 5 calls: 2 EMS, 2 interfacility transfers, 1 good intent call
5/22 - 7 calls: 5 EMS, 1 interfacility transfer, 1 electrical wiring/equipment problem
Attorney known for plethora of ADA lawsuits making rounds in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/03/2016 - 4:57pm
A Sacramento area lawyer called the "Serial ADA lawsuit filer" by the San Jose Mercury News is back in South Lake Tahoe according to several recent reports from local businesses.
Between 2009-11, Carmichael attorney Scott Johnson inundated small businesses with letters requesting they bring buildings in line with access laws for the disabled. He followed up the letters with several lawsuits in South Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe Bike Challenge kicks off with party and historical bike ride
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/01/2016 - 10:57pm
The 11th annual Lake Tahoe Bike Challenge was officially kicked off with a ceremony at Lakeview Commons Wednesday afternoon. A small crowd gathered for what was the second kick-off party which culminated in a group bike ride.
Proclamations were read by both El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel and South Lake Tahoe Mayor Pro Tem Austin Sass, both celebrating alternative modes of transportation on the South Shore.
Leave No Trace events in South Lake Tahoe to raise awareness
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/31/2016 - 3:56pm
The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and its Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers team are partnering with the Lake Tahoe Outreach Committee and other Lake Tahoe organizations to host community events and educational activities June 6-13. As visitors flock to the outdoor recreation wonderland that is Lake Tahoe the trails, beaches and forests are experiencing an increase in use and the associated impacts of trash, trail erosion and shoreline degradation.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule May 29 - June 3
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/29/2016 - 7:40pm
Most lane closures are restricted until 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 31 because of the Memorial Day Holiday weekend.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
May 31-June 3 - State Route 89 (Placer County) from Mankato Place to Olympic Drive South: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations around the clock from 8 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Friday for drainage work and roadway excavation.
Donut and frozen yogurt shop opening in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/27/2016 - 6:38pm
Get ready for some sunshine and happiness at the "Y" area of South Lake Tahoe. Rainbow Sprinkles Donuts and Frozen Yogurt is coming this summer, and locals and visitors alike are in for a treat.
Jody Filgo and Sallie Ross-Filgo have been planning their dream for a long time, and now they have the space to do it, the old donut shop next to Raley's.
They got the keys on Tuesday and popped the sign up in the window, letting people know what is coming.
What to do in South Lake Tahoe this Memorial Day weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/27/2016 - 10:22am
The weather is starting to clear and temperatures are warming up, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend. Don't forget, when you are coming or going from the Lake Tahoe Basin, check out the Caltrans message board at http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/. Click on "Options" and "message boards." This handy tool shows you the exact time it takes to get from town over the mountain so you can stay longer and avoid the traffic!
Here is a list of some of the things to do on the South side:
Lake Tahoe Summer Kick Off Car and Bike Show at the Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule May 22 - May 28
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/21/2016 - 8:47pm
NOTE: Most traffic-interfering work will be limited from 6 a.m. Friday until 10 p.m. Monday, May 30 for the Memorial Day weekend.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to just north of Granlibakken Road in Tahoe City that is upgrading storm water drainage and treatment systems, adding curb and gutter, resurfacing and realigning the road, adding new left-turn pockets and widening shoulders on an 8-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected by summer 2017.
