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AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Even in the face of errant golf balls, "Everybody loves Ray!"
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/22/2012 - 12:28pmSTATELINE, Nev. - Deb Allenspach is a golf ball magnet. Or at least she was on Saturday when both Gary Sheffield and Ray Romano hit drives right into her camp on the beach at the 17th hole. Firs...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Results from day two at Tahoe celebrity golf tourney
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/21/2012 - 5:41pmAMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP 2012Modified Stableford Double Eagle: 10 pointsHole-in-One: 8 pointsEagle: 6 pointsBirdie: 3 pointsPar: 1 pointBogey: 0 pointsDouble Bogey: (-2) pointsCopyright 201...
Mark Rypien takes lead in heated American Century Championship celebrity golf tourney at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/21/2012 - 3:24pmAfter a Saturday round that saw at least half a dozen players get a taste of the American Century Championship lead, a late surge put former NFL quarterback Mark Rypien atop the celebrity golf tournament's leaderboard.
Rypien rocketed to the top of field late Saturday, with a par, two birdies and an eagle in the last four holes.
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Rypien takes lead in heated celebrity golf tourney
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/21/2012 - 3:24pmAfter a Saturday round that saw at least a half dozen players get a taste of the American Century Championship lead, a late surge put former NFL quarterback Mark Rypien atop the celebrity golf t...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | From Tiger to Twitter, Hank Haney is an multiplatform instructor
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/21/2012 - 8:26amGolf coaches can be expensive, especially if they have instructed Tiger Woods at one time. Nonetheless, you, too, can be coached up by Hank Haney - as long as your question is less than 140 char...
Celebrity golf tournament is major donor to Tahoe nonprofits
Submitted by admin on Sat, 07/21/2012 - 2:01amTahoe Project interview with Chuck Scharer, Edgewood Companies
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 7:28pm
The latest podcast interview from Tahoe Project's Michelle Sweeney is with Chuck Scharer, Edgewood Companies chief executive officer.
Jack Wagner and Mark Mulder end the first round with short lead at American Century Championship
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 3:27pmJack Wagner birdied the 18th hole at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course on Friday afternoon to finish the first round tied with Mark Mulder at the American Century Championship. Both ended the day with a 22.
The tournament uses the Stableford scoring system, in which a player earns points based on how many strokes it takes to finish a hole.
Valhalla festival presents 'Death by Golf '
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 9:33am
In Death by Golf, an escaped convict, an anxious bride, a scheming new husband, and a suspicious attorney all convene at Grandpa's house. It doesn't take long for Grandpa to realize he has to reschedule his golf game! This combination of uproarious comedy and terrifying murder mystery revolves around the uncanny resemblance between the escaped convict and the recent bridegroom.
Dates & Times: July 26-29 at 7:30pm.
Tickets: $18/adult in advance.
Online at www.valhallatahoe.com, or (530) 541-4975. Cost is $20/adult at the door if available.
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Alex Smith reunites with college coach at celebrity golf
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:00amSTATELINE, Nev. - They haven't seen each other for almost three years and they haven't played a round of golf together since 2004. But quarterback Alex Smith and his former coach at Utah, Urban ...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Surfing legend Kelly Slater has solid showing on Friday
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:00amSTATELINE, Nev. - Reading how the greens are breaking can be as tough as reading the current of a breaking wave. And hitting the ball on the hilly terrain at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course can be ju...
Howie Nave gets up close and personal with celebrities, professional comics
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:00amHow did both John Caponera and David Gee manage to be at Harveys Improv comedy club the week of the American Century Golf Championship?It's no coincidence, because they were up here together exactl...
'Death by Golf' opens at Valhalla this week
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:00amThe middle show of the summer season at The Valhalla Boathouse Theater is sure to be a crowd pleaser. In "Death by Golf," an escaped convict, an anxious bride, a scheming new husband and a suspicio...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP: Quarterback duo headline celebrity golf pairing Friday
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 3:02pmSTATELINE, Nev. - Betting favorite Tony Romo and much-improved Aaron Rodgers are paired with Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice in the featured group at 10:55 a.m. Friday at the 54-hole Ameri...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Can Wagner hold off Romo at the ACC?
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 12:17pmThe top two finishers from a year ago will return to the American Century Championship at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course this weekend, with actor Jack Wagner wondering if he can again hold off quar...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Can Wagner hold off Romo at the ACC?
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 12:17pmThe top two finishers from a year ago will return to the American Century Championship at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course this weekend, with actor Jack Wagner wondering if he can again hold off quar...
Music, yoga and more at Squaw Valley's Wanderlust Festival
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 11:15amEvent Date:
July 26, 2012 (All day)
The Wanderlust Festival, a one-of-a-kind yoga and music festival, returns for a fourth year to the picturesque setting of Squaw Valley Thursday, July 26 through Sunday, July 29.
The annual event, sponsored by the North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association, will host a number of acitivites specifically for kids in addition to its yoga classes, talks, healing services and live concerts.
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Battier comes to Tahoe a champion
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 10:20amIn May, Shane Battier held a conference call with media in preparation for the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course this week. He made it very clear that he wanted to come...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Everything factors into the odds at Harrah's
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 10:13amBilly Joe Tolliver is not picked to win the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course this weekend, and there are several factors that go into that - his past finishes, his practi...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Everything factors into the odds at Harrah's
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 10:13amBilly Joe Tolliver is not picked to win the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course this weekend, and there are several factors that go into that - his past finishes, his practi...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Defending champion looks to beat the odds
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 10:03amJack Wagner is at 7-to-1 odds to win the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course this weekend, putting him fifth on the list, even though he is the defending - and two-time -...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Defending champion looks to beat the odds
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/19/2012 - 10:03amJack Wagner is at 7-to-1 odds to win the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course this weekend, putting him fifth on the list, even though he is the defending - and two-time -...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | Tips for watching the celebrity golf tournament
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 6:00amSTATELINE, Nev. - With the likes of Michael Jordan, Jerry Rice, Charles Barkley and Tony Romo competing at Edgewood Tahoe July 20-22 in the American Century Championship, having a good view and ...
Celebrity golf tournament boosts local economy
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 6:00amThe celebrities are flocking back to South Lake Tahoe for the 23rd American Century Championship golf tournament, bringing with them an economic boost to businesses throughout the city. "Besides th...
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | An unusual autograph request
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 8:07pmSTATELINE, Nev. - Most fans will bring hats, cards, golf balls, flags and photos for celebrities to sign during the American Century Championship week at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. But one Mich...
Tahoe South summer 2012 brings action-packed celebrity golf, headlining comedy, concerts and family events
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 11:13amHeavy-hitting comedy, celebrity golf and blockbuster concerts make for a sizzling summer at Tahoe South with an dynamic lineup that includes legendary actor-comedian Robin Williams; hall-of-fame athletes teeing it up at the American Century Championship and Grammy award-winning pop-rock group, Maroon 5.
American Century Championship | Follow coverage of the celebrity golf event at Edgewood
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 9:31amSTATELINE, Nev. - Celebrities will be flocking to the South Shore all week for the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course July 17-22. Be sure to check the Tribune often for ...
American Century Championship: Does basketball cross over to the golf course?
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 07/16/2012 - 6:00amNBA veteran Shane Battier chatted with the media in May as part of a conference call leading up to the American Century Championship, which begins this week. The Miami Heat player talked a lot a...
Moyer to play ACC again
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/15/2012 - 6:00amCelebrity golf fans will get to see a pitcher who has won a ball game during the current Major League Baseball season compete in the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, ...
July 2012 Lake Tahoe Concerts: Maroon 5, Brad Paisley, Sublime, The Beach Boys
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/14/2012 - 10:15pmJuly is the start of the Harvey's Outdoor summer concert series and all the big acts are playing in the great outdoors at Lake Tahoe.
Check out the playlist from Jack Durst at Fabulous Lake Tahoe here.
Here's what's coming for the rest of July:
July 15 Beach Boys 50th Annaversary tour @ Harvey's outdoor ampetheatre
July 17 Sinjin Hawke w/ Zora Jones @ Crystal Bay CLub
Bonanza Park at South Lake Tahoe celebrates grand opening
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/14/2012 - 2:53pm
UPDATE MONDAY: Saturday's grand opening of Bonanza Park brought community members of all ages to hear the dedication from Chuck Scharer, President and CEO of Edgewood Companies and South Lake Tahoe Mayor Claire Fortier.
Youth immediately began playing on the park equipment and the basketball court was ready to host its first game while hot dogs and hamburgers were grilled for the crowd of families and dignitaries to enjoy.
Korbel Toasts American Century Championship with contest to benefit Lake Tahoe Community College
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 07/13/2012 - 3:33pmPutting a cork in it could land one lucky celebrity golfer a quarter of a million dollars and a local college foundation a bundle of cash during the American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe.
Don Q's Fishing report for week of July 11-17
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 07/11/2012 - 3:48amGreat fishing is being reported throughout Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and Sierra this summer. Here is this week's fishing report, through July 17, for rivers, lakes and streams in the region.
Pablo Cruise headlines A Concert Under the Stars Wednesday
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 07/08/2012 - 12:36pm
Dave Jenkins returns to Carson City for his second performance at A Concert Under the Stars, a fundraiser for The Greenhouse Project, July 11 with his band, Pablo Cruise.
Jenkins performed four years ago for the inaugural event, which takes place at Café at Adele’s, but his love of music began at a tender age.
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe Celebrates New Board of Directors
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/05/2012 - 7:52am
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe, a 94-member non-profit community-service organization of professional and business women from California and Nevada announced their 2012 - 2013 Board of Directors at Harrah’s Resort in Stateline, June 27.
SI Sierra Nevada Region Governor-Elect Janice Labadie, a florist from Davis, Calif. and Regional Secretary Patricia Papp, a South Lake Tahoe Realtor and member of sister organization SI Tahoe Sierra, were both on hand to install the new board.
The Village at Squaw Valley Hosts the 11th Annual Art, Wine & Music Festival
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/05/2012 - 7:28amThis July, Squaw Valley welcomes the return of the Art, Wine and Music Festival with exquisite artwork, fine wine and internationally acclaimed classical and world guitar music. Now in its second year of partnership with the Sierra Nevada Classical Guitar Society, the event is truly a delight for the senses. The festival will take place Saturday, July 14 and Sunday, July 15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in The Village at Squaw Valley.
Lake Tahoe Golf Course superintendent retires; replacement announced
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 06/24/2012 - 6:00amLake Tahoe Golf Course superintendent John Stanowski has retired after 41 years. Bobby Jaeger has been named as his replacement.When John started at Lake Tahoe Golf Course a gallon of gas was 40 ce...
Robin Williams in Tahoe celebrity golf week
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/22/2012 - 4:12pmCelebrity golf week has become even bigger.Comedian-actor Robin Williams will perform Friday and Saturday, July 20-21 at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa, Lake Tahoe Action learned on Friday.An Acad...
Paradise Real Estate, Paradise Timeshare Resale Move To New South Lake Tahoe Office
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/20/2012 - 10:46pmThe owners of two South Lake Tahoe businesses, Paradise Real Estate and Paradise Timeshare-Resale, have moved their offices to new locations at The Shops at Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. Dan Spano, the owner/broker of Paradise Real Estate and Carl Thoms, the owner/broker of Paradise Timeshare Resale have moved into Suites 36C and 37, respectively, in between the Heavenly Village Cinema and the new Lakefront Wedding & Events office and adjacent to the miniature golf course.
Firefighters douse small blaze at Bijou disc golf course
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/20/2012 - 6:49pmCharles Barkley gets no respect leading up to ACC
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 06/17/2012 - 9:56amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Charles Barkley is listed as a 500-to-1 chance to win the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course July 20-22 at the Harrah's sports book. Not only ...
Squaw Valley offers free summer Tram rides to active duty military
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Fri, 06/15/2012 - 3:29amSquaw Valley is offering free Aerial Tram tickets to active duty members of the military this summer. This offer is available seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. Members of the military can show proof of active duty status to Squaw Valley's Tickets and Season Pass Center to redeem their Tram tickets.
On The Fringe: U.S. Open stays true to its title
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/08/2012 - 10:17amThe U.S. Open prides itself on being the toughest test in golf.It never said anything about wanting to have the toughest field in golf, and we can only hope it doesn't follow the British Open down ...
Lake Tahoe bike group presents program to curb preventable disease in children
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 06/07/2012 - 5:45pm
There is an epidemic in America of increasing childhood obesity and the ill effects attributed to a chronic sedentary lifestyle and a diet high in fat. The Center for Disease Control estimates that 2/3 of the American public are obese and that childhood diabetics, asthma and cardiovascular risk factors lead to adult morbidity, diabetes and significant psychological impact on the obese children. The organization goes on to state that this may be the first generation in the history of man, that children may not outlive the lifespan of their parents.
COLUMN: Tiger is back ... at least for now
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/06/2012 - 10:23amTiger Woods needed only two words to explain where the Memorial fits in on his road back from wherever he was to wherever he is going."I won," he said.When trying to chart his progress, golf become...
Harrah's Lake Tahoe picks Tony Romo as favorite to win American Century Championship
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 06/05/2012 - 3:35pm
Tony Romo, the star quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys and renowned amateur golfer, is the top choice of Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Sportsbook to win the 23nd annual American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament.
The now married 32 year-old, a new father, is listed at 5-2, ahead of perennial favorite Rick Rhoden (4-1), the former Major League Baseball pitcher who has won the American Century Championship eight times and started 33 tournaments on the PGA Champions Tour.
Barton Foundation’s 18th annual Golf Tournament
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 06/04/2012 - 1:31amTee up for health at Barton Foundation’s 18th annual Golf Tournament and fundraiser, Friday, June 29 at Genoa Lakes, The Lakes Course in Genoa, Nev. for a fun “scramble” golf tournament. Various competitions including hole-in-one, closest to the pin and longest drive will be held throughout the course giving golfers the opportunity to win great prizes.
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.
