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H2uP Tahoe expands services in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/30/2017 - 10:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Need a little help to stay hydrated? There are now two ways to take advantage of H2uP Tahoe, a concierge IV hydration and wellness clinic. You can utilize their mobile clinic that delivers treatments to your location or stop by Elevate Wellness at the new Crossing at Tahoe Valley in South Lake Tahoe.
Ground breaking at $5.8M Lisa Maloff University Center in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 6:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Work officially began on the Lisa Maloff University Center at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Wednesday after ground was broken during a ceremony on the South Lake Tahoe campus.
Longtime South Lake Tahoe philanthropist Lisa Maloff donated $5.8 million to build the center which will become the home for current and future bachelor degree programs on the community college campus. The donation
Prescribed burns slated to resume in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/13/2017 - 3:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The U.S. Forest Service resumed prescribed fire operations today and may continue operations tomorrow, June 14, 2017. If conditions are favorable, operations may take place on Brockway Summit and near Glenbrook. Operations may continue for several days, weather permitting. To receive prescribed fire notifications, send an email to pa_ltbmu@fs.fed.us. To view a map with project locations and details, visit the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) website at http://www.tahoefft.org.
CHP hosting multi-agency Coffee With a Cop in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/13/2017 - 3:01pm
Event Date:
June 27, 2017 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — On Tuesday, June 27, 2017, members of the California Highway Patrol South Lake Tahoe office, South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Sheriff, and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, have coffee, and build relationships.
All community members are invited to attend. The event goes from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on June 27 at Alpina Coffee Cafe.
Medical adventure race returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 7:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Wilderness enthusiasts, healthcare professionals, first responders, outdoor educators, and medical students are encouraged to put their emergency medical knowledge to the test and sign up for the second annual Tahoe MedWAR Challenge on Saturday, September 9.
Body of missing Sacramento woman found in Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/09/2017 - 4:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The body of 62-year-old Pamela Suwinsky was found in the Upper Truckee River Sunday morning, about one-third mile north of Highway 50. Divers found her before noon but did not have positive identification until about 2:30 p.m. this afternoon.
Prescribed burning resumes around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/03/2017 - 11:52am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, California State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service plan on continuing prescribed fire operations April 3, weather and conditions permitting.
Scheduled operations are near Tahoe City, Glenbrook, Round Hill, Kingsbury Grade, and Meyers.
A) 30 acres in Glenbrook
B) 40 acres at Edgewood Creek
C) 15 acres on Lower Kingsbury
D) 30 acres at Burton Creek State Park
E) 50 acres at Logan Creek and Highway 50 near Cave Rock
F) 20 acres on Grass Lake Road and SR89
G) 30 acres on SR89 and Luther Pass
Five car collision in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/26/2017 - 2:51pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) responded to a five car collision Sunday, February 26 on Pioneer Trail near Woodbine Road at 9:00 a.m.
One car was stopped, attempting to make a turn onto Woodbine from Pioneer trail when an oncoming driver behind them hit their brakes, couldn't stop on the icy road and went over the guardrail.
As other drivers came upon the accident, they too crashed. The final car involved was looking at the car over the guardrail and didn't see the crash in front of her, swerved, hit the guardrail and slipped.
Lake Tahoe Basin Federal Advisory Committee meeting in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/21/2017 - 12:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - The Lake Tahoe Basin Federal Advisory Committee (LTBFAC) is scheduled to meet Tuesday, February 28, 2017, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Forest Supervisor’s office, 35 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. LTBFAC will address issues related to federal activities at Lake Tahoe.
Items on the agenda include an update on the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act (SNPLMA) secondary list and priority setting, a review of LTBFAC goals and objectives, a schedule of 2017 meetings, and membership and vacancy information.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/29/2017 - 12:29pm
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.
1/22
No Reports
1/23
9:32 a.m. - Death Investigation - South Lake Tahoe - 65-YEAR-OLD MAN DECEASED.
9:59 a.m. - Impersonate to get money - Crystal Air Dr - VIA EDSO ON LINE REPORTING SYSTEM- VICTIM REPORTED IDENTITY THEFT BY UNKNOWN SUSPECT(S).
After rain, heavy snow expected through Thursday in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/08/2017 - 4:58pm
South Lake Tahoe will be experiencing rain through Sunday, but forecasters say it will be replaced by snow later this evening.
The very dynamic and strong system passing over the Sierra also created some lightning and thunder overnight and on Sunday morning. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno told South Tahoe Now that it is very common with a strong storm like this to see lightening.
New HR Director for Barton Health in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/17/2016 - 5:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - Barton Health has hired seasoned human resources leader Elizabeth Stork as their new Human Resources Director.
“We are pleased to have Elizabeth on board,” said Dr. Clint Purvance, Barton Health’s CEO and President. “She brings both the tools and passion for helping our employees deliver consistently exceptional care and reach their full potential.”
Stork has more than 15 years of experience working in human resources. She most recently served as the Vice President of Human Resources for a non-profit home health and hospice agency in Washington State.
Highway 89 reopens after Emerald Fire burns 176 acres near South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/17/2016 - 1:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - Highway 89 reopened at noon on Monday, October 17 after being closed since Friday due to the Emerald Fire.
Fire and road crews have been working to complete containment of the fire as well as clearing debris and fallen trees after the weekend's fire and heavy rains.
Also, all evacuation orders have been lifted.
Traffic will be metered through the fire area by Caltrans. The Highway will be subject to future closure as repair work and tree removal continues and debris is removed from the highway.
High winds and wet storm brings snow to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/17/2016 - 9:00am
South Lake Tahoe residents saw some dusting of snow overnight Sunday and Monday morning. In the last 48 hours, the Lake Tahoe Airport saw wind gusts 40-52 mph.
Chain controls remain this morning on Highway 89 through Christmas Valley and over Luther Pass, as well as I80 from Kingvale to Donner Lake. Chains are required unless driving a 4WD with snow tires.
A wind advisory remains for Lake Tahoe until 11:00 a.m.
Today - Isolated showers before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 49. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Temperatures to drop 15 degrees for the first day of Fall in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/17/2016 - 11:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The first day of Fall will be here on Thursday, but until then enjoy the last hurrah of Summer.
Winds will be increasing as another cold front pushes through the region early next week. Winds will begin to increase Monday becoming quite breezy by Tuesday and Wednesday.
LTVA to award over $50,000 in grants from Celebrity Golf funds to local non-profits
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/17/2016 - 11:07pm
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority (LTVA) in partnership with NBC Sports and American Century Investments had over $110,000 to give out to South Lake Tahoe area groups, schools and non-profits after the end of the 2016 tournament.
They previously awarded $62,000 and is now looking for non-profits to get the remaining $51,984.
Applications from local nonprofits are now being accepted through Oct. 24 by LTVA for the grants.
Forest thinning resumes on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/12/2016 - 5:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - To reduce fuels in the forest, as well as to promote forest health, the thinning of trees will resume between Fallen Leaf Lake and Camp Richardson Corral this week. Crews will also be working in the Spring Creek Homeowners Tract.
Whole tree and mechanical cut-to-length (CTL) tree removal will take place in these areas over the next several months, weather permitting and some areas will be closed for public safety as they do the cutting.
American Legion to host 9/11 ceremony in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/09/2016 - 4:44pm
Event Date:
September 11, 2016 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Locals and visitors are welcome to join the American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe as they hold a commemorative ceremony honoring the victims and first responders of the tragic events of September 11, 2001.
The 11:00 a.m. ceremony will be held at the Legion Hall located at 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Post members and the Ladies Auxiliary will also be providing refreshments after the ceremony.
Bears enjoy a dip in the pool in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/22/2016 - 11:24pm
South Lake Tahoe handyman, Alex Rosales, was hard at work Monday morning at a local homeowner's association when he spotted a mama bear and her two cubs enjoying a dip in the pool. Rosales, who owns HPR, Handyman/Property Management/Repair, has seen the family since they emerged from their winter abode under a home's deck in February.
The three bears have enjoying living among the people in the area, and have been peaceful neighbors all summer.
Small fires started this summer at transient camps around South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/13/2016 - 11:36pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and other area fire departments have responded to several illegal cooking fires in homeless encampments this summer, some which have spread to burn up to several hundred feet.
The cause of the July 19 fires behind the power station by the Heavenly Gondola and in the Trout Creek area behind Ross are still under investigation, but sources have said they were both most likely started by illegal campfires. Fire crews also responded to transient camp fires on July 27 and August 8 as well as several illegal cooking fires.
Think and act locally and globally focus of TedX South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/03/2016 - 7:32pm
Event Date:
October 5, 2016 - 4:00pm
South Lake Tahoe is opening doors for a new venture with TEDx, hosting the inaugural TEDxSouthLakeTahoe event on October 5, 2016 at The Loft in Heavenly Village from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
A local, independently organized event, TEDxSouthLakeTahoe is striving to create an environment which inspires individuals to think and engage on both a community and global scale, much like what is expected from the popular phenomenon of TED.
Unique way to "Pay it Forward" at California Burger in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/31/2016 - 9:05am
South Lake Tahoe businessman Ted Kennedy knows how to take care of not only his customers, but also his 350 employees. He is part of the team who brought Base Camp Pizza, Azul Latin Kitchen and California Burger to the Heavenly Village.
During management meetings, Ted and team ask, "How can we make it fun for all?" "How can we reach out to the community?"
New art gallery opening in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/16/2016 - 8:27pm
Event Date:
April 17, 2016 - 6:00pm
South Lake Tahoe has a new gallery, the Benko Art Gallery, and they'll be celebrating their grand opening on Sunday, April 17 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with a celebration that will include beverages, hors d’oeuvres and live music.
Benko is located in the new Highland Village, located where the Highland Inn was once located at 3979 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
TTD adds new buses and scheduling system in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/23/2016 - 7:56am
South Lake Tahoe locals and visitors utilizing transit opportunities have seen some recent changes including new buses, lighting, signage and a new scheduling system for those with disabilities and over the age of 60.
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) responded to input from the public and added the changes.
Warm Room opens doors in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/18/2015 - 10:07pm
We've seen them walking along the streets, sleeping in the forests or hanging outside of an all night market. The faces of South Lake Tahoe's homeless. Winter can be brutal on the homeless in town with below freezing temperatures, snow covered paths and no place to keep warm.
That is, until today.
The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless opened the doors of their new Warm Room on Friday, ready to take in their first visitors at 7:00 p.m. It is a safe and warm place for people over 18, getting them out of physically harmful conditions.
American Century donates $55,500 to Lake Tahoe non-profits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/12/2015 - 11:56pm
Thirty South Lake Tahoe non-profits were given a share of $55,600 on Thursday, bringing the total the American Century Golf Championships have donated to the community this year to $107,100.
Deadline approaching for Celebrity Golf donations
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/23/2015 - 4:38pm
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority will be accepting applications from local nonprofits for distributions of $55,600 until Monday, October 26, 2015.
The money comes from the 26th American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament held in South Lake Tahoe in July.
Sierra Central Credit Union opens in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/10/2015 - 9:03pm
Event Date:
April 17, 2015 - 10:00am
South Lake Tahoe has a new credit union in town. Sierra Central Credit Union has opened their 17th Northern California branch behind the Red Hut Cafe near the corner of Ski Run Blvd and Highway 50. The new location will offer members a full service facility, as well as a walk-up ATM to meet all the financial needs of the local community.
Celebrity Golf Tournament gives over $115,000 to local causes and charities
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/13/2014 - 7:39pm
South Lake Tahoe non-profits were awarded $48,000 during the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority board meeting today. The 22 groups were each given between $1,000 and $3,000. The LTVA, in partnership with NBC Sports and American Century Investments, previously directed an additional $67,200 through on-site volunteer organizations and other efforts during tournament week to area high schools, Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe Booster Club, Boys and Girls Club of South Lake Tahoe, and the Gene Upshaw Scholarship
Gangs are a problem in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/29/2014 - 12:03am
South Lake Tahoe may be a small city of around 23,000 residents but it isn't immune to the big city problems of gangs.
Our mountain hamlet has white gangs, a black gang, hispanic gangs, motorcycle gangs and even white supremacists and sometimes they cross racial lines in order to beef up numbers. The gang names won't be mentioned in this article because of the advertising value it would give them as they try and recruit children and new members.
Last week's arrest of three gang members for a home invasion robbery brought the comment to the forefront..."Tahoe has gangs?"
County Supervisors holding 10/28 meeting in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/23/2014 - 10:34pm
South Lake Tahoe residents will have a chance to see the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors in action on Tuesday, October 28 as they have their meeting on the east slope.
Many topics pertaining to the South SHore will be on the agenda.
The South Lake Tahoe Parks, Trails and Recreation Master Plan will be presented by a consultant team. A vote will then be taken on whether to approve the plan and start the environmental review process. Those costs would be split with the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Agencies and public work together to keep Lake Tahoe beaches clean
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/09/2014 - 9:50pm
The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority would like to thank all of our community members, visitors, businesses and agencies who have helped keep our Lake Tahoe beaches clean throughout a busy summer season. Debris on Lake Tahoe’s beaches affects everyone’s enjoyment of the lake, and trash and debris on the beaches and streets can easily find its way to the lake and adversely impact lake clarity, water quality and wildlife.
Large Mackinaw Caught By Local Fisherman in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/03/2014 - 6:32pm
South Lake Tahoe fishing captain Gene St. Denis has been in search of "the big one" in the waters of Lake Tahoe.
Last week, he caught two big ones, totaling 48 pounds, 10 ounces which is his personal best. The owner of Blue Ribbon Fishing Charters previously caught two totaling 44 pounds about 15 years ago and he's been trying to better that ever since.
One of the Mackinaw weighed in at 29 pounds and the other was 18 pounds. The record for Lake Tahoe was set in 1974 when a 37 pound, 6 ounce Mackinaw was pulled out of the lake.
Operation Sierra Storm Brings Leading Scientists and Meteorologists to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 9:48pm
South Lake Tahoe is home again to "Operation Sierra Storm," a cutting-edge meteorological forum and seminar for network television meteorologists from around that country.
New Way to Predict Weather Now Available
Long range weather forecasting is no longer a thing of the future due to recent developments in weather research. Speaking to participants in "Operation Sierra Storm (OSS)" Dr. Duane Waliser explained the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), a key phenomena for predicting weather around the world.
Halloween Cove Returns to Beach Retreat & Lodge
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/03/2013 - 9:17pm
Event Date:
October 31, 2013 - 4:00pm
Halloween Cove returns to South Lake Tahoe on October 31 at the Tahoe Beach Retreat & Lodge (formerly Timber Cove Lodge) from 4 pm to 8 pm. KTHO Radio is the sponsor of this fun filled evening which includes trick or treating, live music from Jesse Kalin, Boys & Girls Club Bounce House, face painters, balloon artist, children's photos, fire safety by Tahoe Douglas Fire Department and much more....and it's all free!
Arrest made in early morning stabbing death in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/14/2013 - 2:33pm
South Lake Tahoe police have arrested a man they believe stabbed a 57-year-old family member to death early Wednesday morning on Wildwood Avenue.
Sean-Paul Andrew MacIntire, 32, of South Lake Tahoe faces first degree murder charges in the stabbing death of Shirley Gordon, said South Lake Tahoe Police Lt. Brian Williams.
Credit card skimming and identity theft reported in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/13/2013 - 5:20pmSouth Lake Tahoe Police are investigating a fraud report involving stolen credit card information. The victim used a credit card to purchase fuel at the Safeway gas station at the corner of US Highway 50 and Takela Avenue, South Lake Tahoe Police report.
Vigil for Alyssa Byrne next week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/13/2013 - 6:00amSouth Lake Tahoe residents will hold a candlelight vigil for Alyssa Byrne, the 19-year-old Petaluma resident who was found dead after leaving the SnowGlobe Music Festival, next week.
Brush fire knocked down off of Eloise in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/28/2012 - 8:19pmSouth Lake Tahoe fire crews responded Tuesday night to a small brush fire, about quarter acre or less in size off of Eloise and 7th street. It was knocked down at 8:16 p.m. Firefighters who arrived reported smoke billowing with a low rate of spread and were able to get a handle on it with the fire trucks called to it. Firefighters built a "scratch line" ring around the fire and quickly knocked it down. The fire was called in at 8:10 p.m.
A Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidity is in effect for the Sierra and Lake Tahoe Basin through Wednesday.
New adventure-related events highlight summer at Lake Tahoe South
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 06/20/2012 - 5:53pmLake Tahoe South steps into high endurance overdrive this summer with two new outdoor adventure events that celebrate speed, agility and skill — one with feet to the ground and the other rubber to the road.
Sierra Recon, a high-energy, multi-distance obstacle race screaming the amped premise, “Everyone loves carnage” is set for July 14 at Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, while the Lake Tahoe Adventure Motorcycle Ride and Rendezvous celebrates the freedom of the wide open road, Aug. 23-26.
Higher education is at a crossroads
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/01/2012 - 6:00amI have spent the last 10 months talking and listening to the staff and faculty of Lake Tahoe Community College and to the people of South Lake Tahoe. South Lake Tahoe has experienced bad economic t...
World's Longest Bicycle Parade at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 05/20/2012 - 3:17amSouth Lake Tahoe made history on May 17, 2012. In honor of National Bike to Work Day the Slow Rollers organization have, unofficially, and more than likely made the Guinness Book Of World Records for holding the world's longest bicycle parade. There were 1,188 registered participants in the Spirit Bike Parade, and quite a few more in the actual parade itself. Click below to watch the video prepared by Fabulous Lake Tahoe's Jack Durst.
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.”
Opinion: Suggestions for how to fix South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/06/2011 - 9:01amSouth Lake Tahoe should be one of the greatest destinations in the world. Aside from the stunning beauty of the lake, we are blessed with amazing writers, athletes and artists in this community. Meanw...
Opinion Suggestions for how to fix South Lake Tahoe
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Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 10:36pmSouth Lake Tahoe had the highest gas price in California, at $3.99 per gallon, according to AAA's monthly review of prices throughout the state. • The 25th ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/.../snippe...
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 10:45pmSouth Lake Tahoe's 2010-11 budget won an award for how well it was put together from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/.../snippets...
Shoveling in the forecast of Tahoe residents
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 7:21amSend a picture of yourself with the white stuff to info@LakeTahoeNews.net — and feel free to write something about this fall tradition in Lake Tahoe. South Lake Tahoe eight months ago. Photo/LTN file....
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/29/2011 - 8:49pmSouth Lake Tahoe Mayor Hal Cole's state of the city address has been moved to Oct. 18 at 6pm at Lake Tahoe Airport. • Julia Mancuso left Chile for her home at Squaw Valley to shoot a profile piece...
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/01/2011 - 7:16amSouth Lake Tahoe author Todd Borg is conducting a workshop called “The Hook, the Twist, and the Cliffhanger” Oct. 14-16. Go online for more details. ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/.../snippets-abou...
