Heavenly Village
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/20/2017 - 8:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to 235 calls from May 26 - June 19, 2017.
05/26
10:46 - 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
13:44 - 3700 block of Montreal Rd - Medical assist, assist EMS crew
14:24 - 700 block of Eloise Ave - Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other
15:02 - 2100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
20:48 - 3300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - Vehicle accident with injuries
Heavenly Village offers free outdoor concerts all summer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/19/2017 - 11:41pm
The Shops at Heavenly Village will host free outdoor concerts every Friday and Saturday evening through Labor Day from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at their main stage.
June 23 - Madison Hudson
June 24 - Revival
June 30 - Brickhouse
July 1 - Reckless Envy
July 2 - TBA
July 7 - Musicole
July 8 - Hit Parade
July 14 - Left of Centre
July 15 - Steel Breeze
July 21 - Left of Centre
July 22 - Reckless Envy
July 28 - Heidi Incident
July 29 - Madison Hudson
August 4 - Left of Centre
August 5 - Revival
August 11 - Mark McKay
August 12 - Heidi Incident
August 18 - Popular Demand
Pay it forward day at California Burger in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/11/2017 - 10:36pm
It is "Pay It Forward Day" once again at California Burger in South Lake Tahoe on Monday, June 12, 2017. All proceeds at the popular restaurant in the Heavenly Village go back to the employees.
This is becoming a recurring event at California Burger. They had Pay it Forward day for the employees in May after the inaugural one in 2016.
"All profits for the day will be given back to the employees," said co-owner Ted Kennedy. "It's their money and they can do with it as they wish, but the hope is that they will use it to help someone less fortunate in their community."
City's Parking Authority to give $50k annually for parking enforcement
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/06/2017 - 8:44pm
The August, 2002 parking agreement between the South Tahoe Joint Powers Parking Authority (STJPPA) and Tahoe Crescent Partnership(TCP) was amended Tuesday during the South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting.
Back in the original agreement, it stated STJPPA was responsible for enforcement of the 474-space parking lot in front of Raley's (the Village Center) at Stateline because of the issues Heavenly Village caused in the center's lot.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/27/2017 - 9:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 218 calls between May 16 - May 22, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
5/16 (31 calls)
Transient/Homeless in the 3300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Resisting in the 1000 block of Fremont St
Drunk in Public in the 2000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
5/17 (34 calls)
Drug Offense in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Transient/Homeless in the 1000 block of Heavenly Village Way
Escrow closes on "The Chateau," luxury condo-tel planned
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/23/2017 - 3:56pm
The sale of "The Chateau at the Village" in South Lake Tahoe is complete and the eight acres of land and entitlements are now owned by Tahoe Chateau Land Holding, LLC, a Chinese-American investment group.
The holding company, owned by Kawana Holdings, will own "air rights" above the existing retail area, related parking and the garage structure, the former convention center pad. The seller, Owens Realty Mortgage Inc., keeps the existing retail buildings and improvements that are home to McP's, Dough and various shops.
"Pay it Forward Day" at California Burger in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2017 - 11:16am
Proceeds at California Burger today go back to the employees. Yes, you read that right!
Just as he did last year, owner Ted Kennedy is having a 'pay-it-forward' day again at the popular hamburger spot at the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe.
"All profits for the day will be given back to the employees," said Kennedy. "It's their money and they can do with it as they wish, but the hope is that they will use it to help someone less fortunate in their community."
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/08/2017 - 12:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to 59 calls from May 1-7, 2017.
05/01
00:32 - 2100 block of Jean Ave - Public service
09:54 - 2500 block of Knox Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
12:49 - 2100 block of South Ave - Interfacility Transfer
13:29 - 1000 block of Ski Run Blvd - Building fire
15:25 - 1000 block of Jobs Peak Dr - Dispatched & cancelled en route
16:07 - 900 block of Emerald Bay Rd - Vehicle accident, general cleanup
Cinco de Mayo celebration at Azul to raise money for Tahoe Youth & Family Services
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/04/2017 - 9:00am
Event Date:
May 5, 2017 - 4:00pm
Azul Latin Kitchen in the Heavenly Village will be having a Cinco de Mayo party on Friday to raise funds for Tahoe Youth & Family Services. From drink specials to a dunking booth, the fun will be a unique way to celebrate the holiday South Lake Tahoe style.
From 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on May 5, the public can enjoy drink specials, a frozen t-shirt contest (see the video in this story), dunking booth, a silent auction and fun and surprises.
All funds raised go to support the agency which has provided counseling, mentoring and support programs to the community since 1971.
SLT Police stepping up responses to complaints of homeless and transients
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2017 - 11:18pm
During the spring and summer of 2016, the City of South Lake Tahoe received many complaints for homeless people causing safety and health problems in parks and public places, mainly Lakeview Commons, Campground by the Lake, Heavenly Village and the transit centers at both ends of town.
This spring the number of calls have increased, and officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police have responded. The main five locations the problems occurred at in 2016 remain the same so far in 2017.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/17/2017 - 11:15am
The following are the 49 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from April 11-16, 2017.
4/11
14:50 - 1000 block of Heavenly Village Way - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
17:02 - 1800 block of Saddle Rd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
17:21 - 2100 block of South Ave - Building or structure weakened or collapsed
4/12
00:01 - 3300 block of Treehaven Dr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Easter egg hunts and brunches in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 11:08pm
Holiday fun starts on Friday and goes through the weekend with Easter Egg Hunts and brunches.
Tot Egg Hunt at Kahle Community Park- Friday, April 14 - Sponsored by the Tahoe Douglas Firefighter's Association. Tot Egg Hunt is an Extra special day for Family Fun! The Easter Bunny will be hiding eggs outside and you can climb on fire trucks. Come inside and enjoy the bounce house, indoor playground, and refreshments. Bring a basket to collect eggs and a camera for an EGGciting day! Hunt begins at 11:00 AM.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/11/2017 - 3:19pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from April 1-10, 2017.
4/1
11:02 - 2700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
08:53 - 210 block of South Ave - EMS call, Interfacility Transfer
11:45 11 - block of Tata Ln - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
12:57 - 1500 block of Kirkwood Meadows Dr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
16:46 - 1000 block of Johnson Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
18:53 - 900 block of Julie Ln - Building fire
Earth Day Community Cleanup in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/10/2017 - 1:55pm
Event Date:
April 19, 2017 - 9:00am Celebrate Earth Day with a Community Cleanup on Wednesday, April 19 from 9:00 a.m. to noon in South Lake Tahoe.
During the snow melt, trash becomes exposed and needs to be picked it up. Help the League to Save Lake Tahoe celebrate Earth Month and join in for a cleanup. They will provide cleanup materials and a prize. Bring your reusable water bottle and friends.
The clean up event is in partnership with Azul Latin Kitchen, Basecamp Pizza, California Burger Company, Marriott Grand Residence Club, Marriott Timber Lodge, Patagonia at Heavenly and South Tahoe Refuse.
Location
Meet at Basecamp Pizza in Heavenly Village
1001 Heavenly Village Way, South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
38° 57' 19.7784" N, 119° 56' 35.4876" W
See map: Google Maps
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/04/2017 - 7:06pm
The following are the 87 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from March 23 - 31, 2017.
3/23
Saddle Rd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Lake Tahoe Blvd - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
Sierra At Tahoe Rd - Special type of incident, Dispatch error
Saddle Rd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
South Ave - EMS call, Interfacility Transfer
William Ave - Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO
SR 89 at Cascade Rd - Vehicle accident with injuries
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/24/2017 - 11:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 169 calls between March 15-20, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
3/15
Warrant in the 900 block of Tallac Ave
Drunk in Public in the 3400 block of Spruce Ave
3/16
Resisting in the 2100 block of Lake Tahoe Bld
Unlicensed Driver at Tamarack and Bowers Avenues
3/17
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Heavenly Village Way
DUI in the 800 block of Emerald Bay Rd
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/17/2017 - 8:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 189 calls between March 8-14, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
3/8
Other Misdemeanor in the 1700 block of Emerald Bay Rd
Transient / Homeless in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
Fraud in the 2200 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Spousal Abuse in the 900 block of Modesto Ave
3/9
Warrant in the 3800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Transient / Homeless in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
Warrant in the 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by admin on Sat, 03/04/2017 - 4:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 359 calls between February 14 - 27, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
2/14
Unlicensed driver in the 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Heavenly Village Way
Spousal Abuse in the 1000 block of Herbert
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
2/15
Warrant in the 3500 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drug Offense in the 3600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
DUI at 3rd and Eloise Ave
Gourmet ice cream sandwich shop, The Baked Bear, opening in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/18/2017 - 1:15pm
Named one of the trendiest restaurants to try by Business Insider, The Baked Bear is opening their third location in the Reno-Tahoe area in March.
What is the Baked Bear you ask?
Started by two friends in San Diego, The Baked Bear, which provides custom ice cream sandwiches, is quickly moving into cities in Arizona, Oklahoma, Texas, Nevada, Utah, as well as other locations in California including Petco Park, home of the Padres.
And now they'll be in South Lake Tahoe.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/12/2017 - 12:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - 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 time of story.
2/5
12:34 p.m. - Battery - Saddle Rd
1:35 p.m. - Parking Violation - Tahoe Mountain Rd - A PARKING CITATION WAS LEFT ON VEHICLE WINDSHIELD AFTER IT WAS OBSERVED PARKED AND UNATTENDED ON A ROADWAY IN FRONT OF A NO PARKING SIGN.
Flash mob in South Lake Tahoe brings awareness to exploitation of women
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/04/2017 - 7:17pm
A flash mob in the middle of Heavenly Village isn't a normal occurrence, so at 2:00 p.m. February 4 when a few dozen women and children started dancing to music, people stopped and the phone cameras came out.
For the past several weeks, members of the South Lake Tahoe community have been rehearsing a dance to the music "Break the Chain" in support of "One Billion Rising", a one-day international event to bring exploitation of women, human trafficking and violence against women and girls to the forefront.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/28/2017 - 10:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of some of the 1038 calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to between December 25, 2016 and January 23 2017.
Calls resulting in arrests:
12/25
Drunk in Public at Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Keys Blvds
Drunk in Public in the 1100 block of Bonanza
Drunk in Public in the 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
12/26
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
Assault with a deadly weapon in the 800 block of Lakeview Ave
12/27
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
12/28
South Lake Tahoe trio returns to town for TAP's Tahoe Boys Variety Show
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/27/2017 - 9:46am
Event Date:
February 3, 2017 - 7:00pm
What does a member of the Blue Man Group, a Los Angeles musician and music teacher, and an actor and YouTube video star have in common?
They are all graduates of South Tahoe High School (STHS) and returning for a week of variety shows at local schools culminating with a special Friday night performance at MontBleu on February 3. 2017.
Brothers Nick and Chris Smith will make the way back to South Lake Tahoe from Hollywood with Sean Pawling as part of the Tahoe Arts Project's Tahoe Boys Variety Show.
Smart & Final grand opening in South Lake Tahoe starts with $5,000 donation
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/18/2017 - 10:32pm
Smart & Final Extra! held a grand opening on January 18, marking their return to South Lake Tahoe. The new store was built in the former home of Staples after they closed in June, 2016. There was a complete overhaul of the 24,000 square foot store from the foundation up.
Could more concerts be held at the SLT Community Fields in the future?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/16/2017 - 7:00pm
During Tuesday's City Council meeting, Paul Reder of PR Entertainment will make a presentation about the possibility of his company holding one or two concerts a year on the South Lake Tahoe Community play fields.
Reder, the owner of The Loft at Heavenly Village, is also the man behind the Reggae Festival and Electronic Dance Music's (EDM) Bass Camp Festival, both held on the South Shore.
Winners announced for Tahoe Chamber's GO Local & Win holiday campaign
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/14/2017 - 9:53pm
Winners of the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce's (TahoeChamber) GO Local & Win campaign held over the holidays in South Lake Tahoe were announced this week.
The GO Local & Win grand prizewinners, announced via Facebook Live, were Stephanie Moynihan winner of $125, Chelsey Shilaikis winner of $250, and Cathy Vogelgesang winner of $500.
Smart & Final teams up with Azul and Tahoe Youth & Family Services
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/10/2017 - 9:21pm
Event Date:
January 14, 2017 - 8:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - This Saturday, January 14, 2017, Smart & Final will be hosting "Winter Warm Up" on the patio of Azul Latin Kitchen at Heavenly Village from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. as a fundraiser for Tahoe Youth & Family Services.
The agency has served South Lake Tahoe since 1971 and was chosen by Smart & Final to be the beneficiary of sales from hot chocolate, coffee and a trail mix bar.
There will also be culinary demonstrations with Chef Jamie Gwen and the non-membership warehouse grocery company will have representatives on hand.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/31/2016 - 9:45am
Good morning and Happy New Year's eve Lake Tahoe skiers and riders! If you are visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is December 31, 2016.
A GREAT DAY TO END 2016 BY MAKING TURNS ON THE MOUNTAIN… PARTLY CLOUDY SKIES WITH LOTS OF LIFTS & TERRAIN TO CELEBRATE… HAVE FUN AND PATIENCE WITH HOLIDAY LINES… STAY ON OPENED RUNS ONLY AND BE SAFE!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Partly Cloudy Skies. Highs: 32F to 37F. East winds up to 10 mph.
Heavenly Holiday activities wrap up with fireworks and gondola ball drop
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/27/2016 - 3:42pm
Heavenly Holidays wraps up 2016 with a lot of activities, all at either top or the bottom of the Heavenly Gondola in South Lake Tahoe.
Besides the fresh snow and great ski conditions, there are sleigh rides, free outdoor concerts, and the unique gondola ball drop on New Year's Eve with fireworks.
New parking option in South Lake Tahoe near the Heavenly Village
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/24/2016 - 9:35am
With the increasing number of people wanting to shop, eat, enjoy music or stroll at the Heavenly Village, parking has always been an issue. With skiers using the Gondola in the village to access Heavenly Mountain Resort, parking is ever more of an issue. The City of South Lake Tahoe's parking garage has always been available, and they've added a special evening cost of just $5 after 5 p.m.
Another option for parking has opened behind Raley's at the Village Center near Stateline. Parking in this lot was once for Heavenly Village employees, but is now open to everyone for a fee.
What to do in South Lake Tahoe this weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/16/2016 - 8:40am
There is always something to do in South Lake Tahoe and all around the South Shore and this weekend is no different. Here is a list of things to do for families and adults:
For families -
Annual Christmas Bird Count - The 2016-2017 South Lake Tahoe Christmas Bird Count has been scheduled for Saturday, December 17. Barring a significant winter storm, we will hold the count on that date. December 17 @ 8:00 a - (775) 298-0066 - Meet at Alpina Coffee Cafe, 822 Emerald Bay Rd
South Lake Tahoe art gallery has international and local impact
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/11/2016 - 12:20pm
Most people who drive through South Lake Tahoe know Marcus Ashley Gallery by the large wind sculptures outside their Village Center location near Stateline, but a step inside shows so much more.
Museum quality, limited editions, world famous artists, and "wow" are just a few words that come to mind as one enters the doors at the gallery. Each turn treats the eye with beauty and wonder, and anticipation what is around the next bend.
Weekend full of Santa, holiday, films, theater and other activities in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/10/2016 - 9:53am
There is a full schedule of activites on the South Shore this weekend, plenty to do for the younger set as well as adults. Busy Santa can be found all over town!
Family Friendly -
Cruise with Santa aboard the M.S. Dixie II - Sunday, December 11, 2016, 12:00 – 2:00 pm, Cruise with Santa aboard the M.S.Dixie (530) 543-6191
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/03/2016 - 9:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of some of the 411 calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to between November 15 and November 28, 2016.
Calls resulting in arrests:
11/15/16
"Other" misdemeanor at Cedar & Stateline Aves
Felony "Other" in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Driving on a suspended/revoked license at Friday Ave & Lake Tahoe Blvd
"Other misdemeanor in the 3900 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drunk in public in the 1000 block of Lakeview Ave
"Other misdemeanor in the 3400 block of Spruce Ave
What to do in South Lake Tahoe this weekend
Submitted by admin on Sat, 12/03/2016 - 9:25am
What's going on this weekend in South Lake Tahoe:
Join Sierra Strings of Tahoe for a morning of music, ushering in winter and the holiday season on December 3, 2016 at 11:00 a.m This locally celebrated group will enchant you with a variety of songs. Free and open to all ages, light refreshments provided. At the South Lake Tahoe library.
Zawadisha's annual Holiday Bazaar returns this holiday season on Saturday, December 3 at the Blue Angel Cafe in South Lake Tahoe from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Patagonia had $10 million in sales on Black Friday and is donating every cent to save the planet
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2016 - 11:16pm
Patagonia saw an astounding $10 million in Black Friday sales ― five times its own expectations ― and, as promised, will donate every cent toward helping save the environment.
The high-end outdoor apparel and gear retailer announced the record-breaking haul Monday, saying the “enormous love” its customers showed to the planet will benefit hundreds of grassroots environmental organizations around the world.
What to do in South Lake Tahoe this weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/25/2016 - 5:20pm
A list of what to do around the South Shore of Lake Tahoe November 25-27
The Improv at Harveys
The Improv at Harveys – Howie Nave: Host & Emcee, Shayla Rivera and Robert Duchaine, Wednesday – Sunday, November 23 – 27, 2016 The Improv presents the funniest names in comedy every week in the Cabaret Theater at Harveys Lake Tahoe! Shows happen at 9 pm every Wednesday through Sunday.
(775) 588-2411
Harveys Cabaret
Live Music at the Classic Cue Sports Bar & Grille
You can come on any night and expect one of their daily specials and activities to be going on.
(530) 541-8704
Location
Tahoe Chamber launches GO Shop, GO Eat, GO Local and Win campaign
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/18/2016 - 6:54pm
It's a "win-win" situation for South Lake Tahoe area businesses, shoppers and diners starting November 26 when the Tahoe Chamber launches their GO Local & Win! campaign. Those enjoying local businesses are rewarded for shopping and dining locally and will earn credit for every $25 spent and have a chance to win hundreds of dollars in cash and gifts.
Business owners and operators also win during the "GO Local & Win" campaign as they have an opportunity to promote and expand their base of customers or clientele.
Identity of pedestrian killed in South Lake Tahoe accident released
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/16/2016 - 11:19pm
The man killed as he crossed Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe on November 5, 2016 has been identified as 58-year-old Daniel Wallace Curry of Carson City, Nev.
A delay in release of the victim's name was due to the El Dorado County Coroner's Office having trouble locating the next of kin.
Curry was attempting to cross the roadway outside of a crosswalk near Heavenly Village Way at 10:40 p.m. when he was hit by a 61-year-old female Blackjack Taxi driver.
The accident doesn't appear to be alcohol or drug related. There have been no citations or arrests.
Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood delay opening days
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/15/2016 - 12:45pm
Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort announced today that the resorts are now targeting Wednesday, Nov. 23 as their opening day instead of this Friday.
Shops, restaurants and activities in Heavenly Village and The Village at Northstar will still open Friday, Nov. 18. Heavenly will offer scenic gondola rides and Ridge Rider Coaster tours Saturday, Nov. 19 and Sunday, Nov. 20.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/05/2016 - 1:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of some of the 391 calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to between October 18 and October 31, 2016.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
10/18
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Lakeview Ave
Warrant in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
10/19
Stemming from Traffic Collision with injuries in the 2000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drunk in Public in the 700 block of Emerald Bay Rd
10/20
Warrant in the 1100 block of Bowers Ave
10/21
Van Sickle Bi-State Park closes to cars for season, pedestrians welcome
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 6:53pm
The gates have closed to Van Sickle Bi-State Park in South Lake Tahoe, but the grounds will remain open for the public to enjoy year-round.
The California Tahoe Conservancy announced the closure today and wants to remind park users that when the gates close, services such as water, restrooms and trash collection are not available.
Fall and winter park users are reminded to park legally and not to block the gate, and to pack out your garbage so the park can remain clean for all others to follow, and to protect the wildlife.
Editorial: Use the election to create a community of collaboration and teamwork
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 12:22pm
In order to be a successful community on the South Shore, the state line needs to become a blur and both sides need to work together. There should be no "us" and "them" but a collective "we."
When travelers come to Lake Tahoe they don't see a state line, or a direction on the compass, they see a beautiful recreational paradise that just a few people are able to call home, but millions can call a vacation destination.
New and traditional Halloween parties on the South Shore for adults
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/27/2016 - 7:21am
The 38th Annual Freaker's Ball, Lake Tahoe’s largest, oldest and most extravagant Halloween party, brings the wild with a four-ring costume circus in the Convention Center, Opal Ultra Lounge and Blu Nightclub venues at MontBleu on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016, at 8:00 p.m. Cost is $35 prior to Saturday, then $40 at the door if tickets are available. Costume contest with prizes.
On Friday, the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino holds the 2nd Annual Rockin’ Dead Halloween Bash inside Vinyl starting at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $25. Costume contest with prizes.
Tahoe Youth & Family Services "Night of Magic"
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/24/2016 - 11:00am
Event Date:
November 4, 2016 - 7:30pm
Tahoe Youth & Family Services (TYFS) is holding their inaugural Night of Magic on Friday, November 4, 2016 at the Loft at Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. This unique fundraiser will start off with wine and appetizers, and attendees will be able to visit with staff to learn more about their programs. Then, starting at 9:00 p.m., the party moves into the intimate theater for a special Magic Fusion show.
Tickets are $60 per person and all proceeds will go to fund needed programs in the community that serve youth and families.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 10:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 406 calls in the two weeks between September 27 and October 10, 2016.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
9/27
Unlicensed drive in the 3600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Violation of Domestic Violence Court Order in the 1100 block of Acoma Circle
Warrant in the 1000 block of Lakeview Ave
9/28
Drunk in Public in the 3800 block of Pioneer Trail
9/29
Trespassing in 900 block of Rubicon Trail
Another South Lake Tahoe fire, this time near Van Sickle Bi-State Park
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/07/2016 - 4:58pm
There was another small fire in South Lake Tahoe Friday afternoon, this time in dry brush near the state line.
Multiple agencies responded at 3:43 p.m. just east of the gondola at Van Sickle Bi-State Park.
Within minutes fire crews had a line around the fire.
Smoke, and the smell of smoke, made its way to nearby Raley's and Heavenly Village.
The fire burned about 1/4 of an acre according to Lisa Heron of the U.S. Forest Service.
The cause of the fire is currently unknown and is under investigation.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/01/2016 - 7:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 763 calls (including traffic and DMV calls) between September 6 and September 26, 2016.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
9/6
Warrant in the 1900 block of B Street
Driving on a Suspended/Revoked license at Marjorie & O'Malley
9/7
Possession of Stolen Property in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
DUI at Palmira & Carson Avenues
9/8
Drunk in Public in the 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Chateau at the Village in South Lake Tahoe sells for $42.5 million
Submitted by admin on Tue, 09/27/2016 - 11:11pm
Owens Realty Mortgage has reported that Tahoe Stateline Venture, LLC, has entered into a purchase agreement with Jianping Pan, Kawana Holdings LLC to sell some of their Chateau at the Village for $42.5 million.
South Lake Tahoe man injured, Wellington woman killed in Kingsbury Grade collision
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/23/2016 - 2:13pm
Kingsbury Grade was closed for several hours Friday after a collision between a motorhome and a Nissan Pathfinder sent several victims to area hospitals and resulted in the death of one of the drivers.
At 1:30 p.m., the two vehicles collided about 1.5 miles down from the summit on the valley side of the road. One person from each vehicle had to be extricated according to Fire Marshall Eric Guevin of Tahoe Douglas Fire Department.
Care Flight landed at the bottom of Kingsbury Grade to transport the victims.
