Nevada
City Council meeting change Tuesday - 2 p.m. start to Budget Workshop
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 11:55am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The time of the Tuesday, August 25 South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting has been moved to start at 2:00 p.m.
Most of the agenda focus is on a budget workshop for fiscal year 2020-21 (FY 20-21) which includes a $2.5 million decrease from last year. A presentation will be made on the $93.7 million total budget of which about $40.5 million is the general fund.
Are you ready in case of a wildfire at Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 7:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With 367 current wildfires in the state of California, fire fighting resources are spread thin. Calfire If there was a fire in South Lake Tahoe, are you prepared?
Tens of thousands of residents are evacuated from their homes in Napa, Sonoma, Santa Cruz, Salinas, Grass Valley, Nevada City and other cities in the state. Most of the fires were started by a massive lightning storm over Northern California Sunday where over 10,800 lightning strikes were observed.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 6:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say there were six new cases of COVID-19 today, one in the Lake Tahoe region, one in El Dorado Hills, Three in 3 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue and one in North County. Of these, one is aged under 18, two are aged 18-49, two aged 50-64 and one aged 65 or older.
An additional 112 people have been tested, 106 negative test results were received and there have been 11 assumed recoveries. That leaves an assumed 143 active cases in El Dorado County.
First-time voter? Register to vote in South Lake Tahoe Thursday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 11:56am
Event Date:
August 20, 2020 - 4:00pm
With about four million 18-year-olds nation-wide able to vote in the November 3 election, local voting advocates are reaching out to first-time voters to help them register in South Lake Tahoe.
On Thursday, August 20 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., a group of volunteers will be at Regan Beach on the lawn to help get those first-time voters registered.
Bring identification and wear a mask.
Coordinator Holly Greenough, former principal at Tallac High School, use to registere students at the high school, but since her retirement and her group of volunteers moving, she changed venues.
Smoke and haze to continue over Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 9:14am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service in Reno issued a special weather statement Wednesday, calling for widespread smoke and haze over the Sierra and northern California and western Nevada.
As of 8:00 a.m. the Air Quality measurement in South Lake Tahoe is 82, the moderate range. Tuesday night at 6:00 p.m. it jumped to 161, in the unhealthy range.
Fires:
Loyalton Fire is now at 46,386 acres and is 35 percent contained
Claremont Fire near Quincy is 450 acres
North Complex Fires are near Quincy and at 5,400 acres, 5 percent contained
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 6:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials have announced an additional 22 cases of COVID-19 since Monday. Sixteen of those cases are in the Lake Tahoe region, three in El Dorado Hills, one each in in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, Greater Placerville and Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue. In the new group of positive cases, four are aged under 18, 13 aged 18-49, three aged 50-64 and two aged 65 and over.
NV Energy and Liberty Utilities ask customers to reduce electricity use
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 3:54pm
NV Energy is urging its electric customers in both northern and southern Nevada to conserve electricity Tuesday and Wednesday between 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. in order to offset energy supply issues caused by record-breaking heat throughout the Western United States. Conservation is the best way to reduce strain on the local power grid.
Liberty Utilities gets some of its power from NV Energy so they too are asking for customers to limit unnecessary power use and stay prepared for potential outage.
Effective measures to conserve energy during this time period include:
Turn off lights
24th annual Lake Tahoe Summit: Resilient Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 1:04pm
Event Date:
August 25, 2020 - 10:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. - The 24th annual Lake Tahoe Summit has moved to a virtual format this year. U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada will be hosting the event that will feature Olympian David Wise as the keynote speaker.
Since the first Lake Tahoe Summit in 1997, the area’s congressional representatives have pledged to keep working together and with local, state, and private sector partners to restore Tahoe’s environment, improve forest health, and confront climate change.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/17/2020 - 7:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials announced another 22 positive cases of COVID-19 in the county since Friday. Eight of those are in El Dorado Hills, seven in the Lake Tahoe region, two in each Pollock Pine/Camin/Kyburz, North County and Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, and one in South County. Of those, four are under the age of 18, nine aged between 18-49, five aged 50-64 and four aged 65 or older.
Smoke filling Lake Tahoe Basin from Loyalton Fire
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/17/2020 - 4:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 36,295 acre Loyalton Fire north of Lake Tahoe is filling the Lake Tahoe Basin with smoke this afternoon.
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department has been fielding several calls from concerned residents.
The National Weather Service in Reno said the smoke from the new fire in Nevada County most likely isn't the culprit due to the amount of smoke. They said thunderstorms are developing outside of the basin and stirring up the smoke.
Illegal campfires an issue in Lake Tahoe area forests and campgrounds
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/16/2020 - 8:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Just as the Eldorado National Forest managers announced last week, the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) of the National Forest Service said they too have seen the same record increase in illegal campfires.
Local Judge Richard Glasson awarded Lifetime Achievement Award
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/15/2020 - 8:13pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Tahoe Township Justice of the Peace Richard Glasson was recently awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Nevada Judge's of Limited Jurisdiction (NJLJ), the first such honor to a judge from the group since 2016.
The ceremony was held on Zoom with a group of judges, politicians and court administrators, all telling funny tales of the longest serving Douglas County judge. He has long been appreciated for his sense of humor and appreciation for family and the law.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 6:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another 25 cases of COVID-19 were confirmed Friday. South Lake Tahoe did not lead the group which is the norm and had five positive cases. El Dorado Hills had 14, Greater Placerville with 3, Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue had two, and one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz. Of the new cases, four are under the age of 18, 15 aged 18-49, three aged 50-64 and three aged 65 and older.
Column: Our fight against aquatic invasive species
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 1:09pm
By motor or by paddle, the experience of boating on Lake Tahoe is like none other. Hovering over its crystal clear shallows and unfathomable depths inspires awe, and the surrounding mountains and forests combine for a breathtaking experience. Given this, it is understandable that boating is both a major part of Tahoe’s culture and its regional economy.
Virtual public workshop on planned restoration of Meeks Bay
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 9:10am
Event Date:
August 19, 2020 - 5:30pm
MEEKS BAY, Calif. - The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is developing a plan to restore Meeks Creek to a more natural condition, while continuing to support sustainable recreation opportunities. The LTBMU, in conjunction with Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, and Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board, will host a virtual public workshop on the project from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on August 19, 2020.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/13/2020 - 6:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another nine positive cases of COVID-19 were documented on Thursday. Of those, five are in the Lake Tahoe region, two in El Dorado Hills, and one each in Greater Placerville and the North County. The new cases are eight people aged 18-49, and one aged 50-64.
Another 382 tests were administered and 373 negative test results were received.
Currently there are 155 assumed active cases and 11 assumed recoveries.
How much are you willing to pay for parking fines around Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/13/2020 - 5:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If you are accustomed to paying premium prices for parking in towns like San Francisco, Los Angeles and Sacramento, how much would you be willing to pay for a parking ticket in Lake Tahoe?
Apprently whatever it costs.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) issued 297 parking citations along SR89 at Emerald Bay in July and 273 during the first 11 days of August. Six vehicles were towed from the area during this time.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 8:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another eight people have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday, bringing the total of 793 cases to date. Of the new cases, four are from the Lake Tahoe region, two from El Dorado Hills, one from Greater Placerville and one from South County. In those counts, four are aged 18-49, three aged 50-64 and one aged 65 or older.
An additional 350 people have been tested for coronavirus. There were 342 negative test results received today and 24 assumed recoveries. The current assume positive case load is 157 in the county.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/11/2020 - 6:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health official have announced another 30 positive cases of COVID-19 since yesterday. Of the new cases, ten are in the Lake Tahoe region, nine in El Dorado Hills, four in Greater Placerville, four in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, two in the North County and one in Diamond Springs, El Dorado. There was one aged under 18, 16 in the age group 18-49, eight aged 50-64 and 5 aged 65 or older.
Another 559 tests were administered. The county was notified of 529 negative results and 17 assumed recoveries. There are 173 assumed active cases.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/10/2020 - 6:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One more person has died of COVID-19 in El Dorado County. A man from Placerville in the 50-64 age group died in an out-of-area hospital, it was confirmed today.
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Sunny with chance of thunderstorms to start off the week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/10/2020 - 12:04am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Thunderstorms are expected to move into western Nevada and northeast California Monday and Tuesday, with increasing breezes bringing fire
concerns Tuesday and Wednesday. Daytime temperatures will be near to just above normal this week, with a period of cooler morning lows mid to late week as drier air moves in. There is another chance of isolated thunder storms moving in Friday-Sunday
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Lake Tahoe, Sierra and El Dorado County roadwork August 9-15
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of the long term and short term projects the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has scheduled for the week around Lake Tahoe, in the Sierra and El Dorado County.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Never Forget, Never Forgotten - Kaleb James Martin Curtzwiler 1/27/82 - 8/9/10
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 12:56am
Kaleb James Martin Curtzwiler died August 9, 2010. He was 28.
Mr. Curtzwiler was born Jan. 27, 1982, at Barton Memorial Hospital in South Lake Tahoe. The 2000 South Tahoe High School graduate was an avid soccer player.
Although he did not ski competitively, it was a sport he participated in with his family and one that he excelled at.
Fire restrictions expanded into Washoe County and Humboldt-Toiyabe Forest
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/08/2020 - 10:07am
Starting August 9, the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is entering Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in response to the current severe risk of wildfire. Nevada is experiencing record dry conditions with much of the state in a severe drought.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/07/2020 - 6:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials have confirmed another 13 positive cases of COVID-19 for the county since yesterday. Of those, two are from the Lake Tahoe region, five in El Dorado Hills, three in the Greater Placerville region and three in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue. Two are under the age of 18, seven aged 18-49, three aged 50-64, one aged 65 or older.
160 more tests were administered. There were 147 negative tests returned, 36 assumed recoveries and currently 169 assumed active cases of COVID-19.
Challenge of accurate Census numbers in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/07/2020 - 12:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Every ten years a Census is taken of all people living in the Unitied States. While the state of California currently has a 64.5 percent response rate, South Lake Tahoe once again is lagging far behind.
As of August 6, 28.1 percent of those living in South Lake Tahoe had turned in answers to the Census Bureau. El Dorado County as a whole, 58.6 percent. Nationally, the Census return rate is 63.2 percent.
Why is it so hard to get South Lake Tahoe residents to participate?
Douglas County officials give update on Saturday's protest
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 11:56pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - In response to the number of people and groups expected at a protest in Minden, Nevada on Saturday, Douglas County officials have expanded traffic controls to keep everyone safe.
Cement walls have alread been installed to block motor vehicle traffic on Water Street to allow participants to move safely and freely on foot in the area. The protest is planned for 11:00 a.m. on August 8 on the steps of the Judicial Law Enforcement Center in Minden. The road is planned to be closed until Monday.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 6:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials said another 14 people have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday. Of the new cases, 11 are from the Lake Tahoe region and three are from the Greater Placerville region, ten are aged 18-49, three are aged 50-64 and one is aged 65 or older.
92 tests were administered since yesterday, 78 tests came back negative and there were 13 assumed recoveries. At this time there are 178 assumed active cases.
John Koster returns to Lake Tahoe to take helm at Harrah's and Harveys
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 2:16pm
STATELINE, Nev. - A familiar face on the South Shore is returning to be the senior vice president and general manager for Harrah’s and Harveys Lake Tahoe properties.
Caesars Entertainment made the announcement today that John Koster will return to the Lake Tahoe gambling scene after the merger of Eldorado Resorts and Caesars Entertainment.
Fatal crash south of Lake Tahoe near Blue Lakes claims life of 74-year-old Dayton man
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 10:28am
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) in South Lake Tahoe is reporting a fatal collision Wednesday on Blue Lakes Road off of SR88 south of Lake Tahoe.
In the early morning hours of August 5, 74-year-old Michael Glenn Pace of Dayton, Nevada was traveling southbound on Blue Lakes Road, north of Sunset Lake Road, when he failed to negotiate a left curve in the road. CHP says Pace went onto the gravel shoulder and attempted to steer back onto the roadway but his vehicle overturned, tumbled 150 feet down a steep embankment and struck a tree.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/05/2020 - 7:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Issues with the state's CalREDIE system is currently impacting the data in California, including El Dorado County. Not all of the negative results are listed so the county positivity rate is showing above the state's eight percent threshold, which is inaccurate.
Additionally, instructions about what residents should do after they've been tested are being emailed to those who tested at the Lake Tahoe Community College site due to delays.
Oregon man dies in motorcycle crash on Kingsbury Grade
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/05/2020 - 2:08pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A Springfield, Oregon man died on Saturday after a crash on Kingsbury Grade/SR207.
At approximately 12:47 p.m. August 1, troopers from the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) responded to a serious injury crash at Douglas County Mile Marker 10.
The NHP preliminary investigation shows that 62-year-old Kurt Kelso was traveling north on Kingsbury Grade on his 2003 Harley Davidson. As Kelso was negotiating a left curve his motorcycle left the roadway and struck a dirt mound. He was ejected and transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
Incline Village and Crystal Bay homeowners to get $56M tax refund
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/05/2020 - 12:55pm
Incline Village and Crystal Bay property owners will be soon getting refunds from Washoe County after the County Commission approved a settlement of an estimated $56M during their meeting Tuesday. Half of those funds will come from Washoe County and the rest will come from the other beneficiaries of those tax payments - Washoe County School District, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, Incline Village Improvement District, and the State of Nevada.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/04/2020 - 6:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials are reporting nine new cases of COVID-19 since yesterday, five in the Lake Tahoe region, two in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, one in El Dorado Hills, and one in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz. One of the cases was under the age of 18, five aged 18-49, one aged 50-64 and two aged 65 and older.
County officials say the statewide reporting system is experiencing processing delays and figures may be undestated.
Nevada drivers can submit ideas for traffic safety messages on electronic signs
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/04/2020 - 9:58am
The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting Nevada drivers to submit contest entries for creative traffic safety messages to be displayed on electronic freeway signs.
Last year, nearly 285 individuals were killed in Nevada traffic crashes. With over 90% of U.S. crashes caused in part by driver behavior, the message boards are an important driving safety reminder.
Four properties face fines from Nevada Gaming Control Board for improper COVID-19 operation
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 7:03pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has completed 10,135 inspections and opened 156 regulatory cases since gaming properties were able to reopen on June 4 after they were closed for over two months. All have been related to non-compliance with the Board’s Health and Safety Policies issued on May 28. To date, they have alleged findings against four licensees
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 6:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say another 22 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the county, five in the Lake Tahoe region, seven in El Dorado Hills, four in Placerville, three in North County, one each in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, and Diamond Springs, El Dorado;. Of the new cases, two are under the age of 18, 16 aged 18-49, three aged 50-64, and one is 65 or older.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue promotes three to position of captain; adds three firefighters
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 4:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue recently held ceremonies for the hiring of three new firefighter/paramedics and the promotion of three to the rank of captain. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, ceremonies were small and held at the fire station during their shifts.
Captain/Paramedic Mike Taormina
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Sunny skies for the week ahead
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 12:22am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Expect warm and dry conditions to start the week off with gusty afternoon winds. There will be a gradual cool down to near normal temps through the week with chances for thunderstorms returning the middle into the end of the week. If the storms do come, they should be very widespread but dry, a definite concern for dry lightning starts.
Rheumatologist Leah Krull, MD joins team at Barton Health
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/01/2020 - 8:49am
Board-certified rheumatologist, Leah Krull, MD, has joined the team of medical experts practicing at Barton Health. A physician skilled at addressing autoimmune and joint diseases such as inflammatory arthritis, vasculitis, gout, and lupus, Dr. Krull is treating patients at the Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness in South Lake Tahoe.
Rheumatology manages conditions that affect joints and the body as a whole due to systemic inflammation.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/31/2020 - 6:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say there are 24 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county, 15 of those in the Lake Tahoe area. The remaining nine new cases are spread out: five in El Dorado Hills, two are in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, one in Placerville, and one in North South County. Of these 24, two are under the age of 18, 20 are aged 18-49, one aged 50-64 and one aged 65 and older.
There were 71 tests for the virus given since yesterday, and 47 negative tests were returned.
New battalion chief and captain on board for Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/31/2020 - 11:18am
STATELINE, Nev. - Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District (TDFPD) Chief Scott Baker has announced the promotion of two in his department - Brandon Brady and Mark Norwood.
Tahoe East Shore Trail to close temporarily for tunnel art project
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/31/2020 - 11:00am
The Tahoe East Shore Trail will be temporarily closed to public access between the Tunnel Creek Café and Sand Harbor on Tuesday, August 4 (all day), and Wednesday, August 5 through Friday, August 7 (after 8:00 p.m.) for the initial phase of a community mural art project.
The Tahoe Fund, Tahoe Public Art and Nevada State Parks collaborated to commission the mural to augment the natural beauty of the Tahoe East Shore Trail and transform a utilitarian tunnel into a community-involved, relevant art experience.
South Lake Tahoe schools to reopen August 31 with distance learning
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/31/2020 - 8:39am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) Board of Trustees voted unanimously to start the school year August 31 in the first of a four phases - Distance Learning.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/30/2020 - 6:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say there are 24 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county, ten of those in the Lake Tahoe area. The remaining 14 new cases are spread out: five are in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, four in El Dorado Hills, two in Placerville, and one each in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, Diamond Springs/El Dorado, and South County. Of these 24, three are under the age of 18, 14 are aged 18-49, two aged 50-64 and five aged 65 and older.
There were 217 tests for the virus given since yesterday, and 193 negative tests were returned.
Warning on unordered packets of seeds being sent to homes in El Dorado County and around the country
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/29/2020 - 9:16pm
People around the country are receiving mysterious seed packets in the mail from China. While the shipping package may be mislabeled as jewelry or other merchandise, the contents are instead unlabeled seeds.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has become aware of a number of reports regarding these seeds.
Some have been mailed to homes in El Dorado County.
El Dorado County Department of Agriculture officials are instructing residents not to open, plant, or dispose of any unsolicited seed packets received, but to contact their office.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/29/2020 - 8:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials today said there have been ten new cases of COVID-19 in the county. Three in Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, three in Placervile, two in the Lake Tahoe region, one in El Dorado Hills and one in Diamond Springs/El Dorado. Of the new cases, five are aged 18-49, four aged 50-64 and one aged 65 or over, and eight of the new positive cases are female, two male.
The county was notified 124 test results came back as negative, and there have been 16 likely recoveries.
Gaming revenues down in state as casinos start back up after closures
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/29/2020 - 8:55am
STATELINE, Nev. - Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $566,806,791 for the month of June 2020, the first month casinos started to reopen in the state after being closed due to the coronavirus. This amounts to a 45.55 percent decrease compared to June 2019, when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,040,978,076 according to the monthly report released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/28/2020 - 6:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County health officials say there were another 24 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county since yesterday. Fifteen of those are in the Lake Tahoe region, four in El Dorado Hills, two both Placerville and Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, and one in the North County. Three are under the age of 18, 14 aged 18-49, five aged 50-64 and two 65 and over.
This brings the total number of cases since the pandemic started to 579, 209 of those most likely still active.
Lane closures over Spooner Summit for NDOT roadside drainage project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/28/2020 - 9:36am
Single lane closures will take place on U.S. 50 between Carson City and Spooner Summit beginning July 30 as the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) wraps up a project to reduce roadside erosion and help preserve water quality.
Between July 30 and Aug. 7, drivers will see single lane closures from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. weekdays on both directions of U.S. 50 in areas between Tahoe Golf Club Drive and Spooner Summit.
