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Drug Take Back Day nets 50 pounds of prescription medication
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/06/2015 - 8:05am
The South Tahoe Drug Free Coalition collaborated with the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office and the South Tahoe Police Department for the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, September 26, 2015, which saw approximately 50 pounds of unwanted prescription medication turned in to authorities. The event gave South Lake Tahoe residents an opportunity to dispose of all unwanted, unused, or expired medications for free with no questions asked. No liquids or needles were accepted and residents were asked to remove all personal information from bottles before dropping off medications.
Reno Gazette Journal files lawsuit against Sparks over pot business licenses
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/19/2015 - 11:05pm
The Reno Gazette-Journal filed a lawsuit Friday against the city of Sparks in an effort to compel them to release the names of medical marijuana business licensees.
As the newspaper expands its coverage of Nevada’s burgeoning medical marijuana industry, the RGJ has requested and collected copies of current business licenses for cultivation centers, dispensaries and production facilities in the area. Reno and Washoe County both have policies to release all of the information that the licenses entail.
What is a Chautauqua?
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/17/2015 - 9:34pm
This is the second year the Lake Tahoe Historical Society has put on a Chautauqua, yet many people are unsure of what one is.
Chautauqua was a very popular adult education movement in the United States during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Named after Chautauqua Lake where the first was held, Chautauqua assemblies expanded and spread throughout rural America until the mid-1920s.
Former US President Theodore Roosevelt was quoted as saying that Chautauqua is "the most American thing in America."
The aftermath of Proposition 47: Property crime up in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/17/2015 - 4:00pm
In November, 2014, 60% of the voters in California approved Proposition 47, the "Safe Neighborhoods and School Act."
Since then, South Lake Tahoe and other cities across the state are seeing a big increase in crime. Prop. 47 reduced the penalties for certain theft and drug crimes in California. Several crimes that were once a felony because a misdemeanor overnight.
Do you have an emergency plan prepared?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/14/2015 - 10:25pm
With the devastating fires currently burning in California it brings to the forefront emergency preparedness.
September happens to be National Preparedness Month and El Dorado County's Public Health Preparedness and Response reminds residents to make an emergency communications plan for themselves and their families. Planning ahead will help protect families, neighborhoods and communities when emergencies and disasters arise.
Butte Fire is 40% contained; 71,780 acres burned
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/09/2015 - 10:48pm
6:15 p.m. update 9/15/15:
New evacuation advisories were put up at the scene of the large Butte Fire on Tuesday.
South Lake Tahoe Rite Aid remodeling, bringing in Thrifty Ice Cream
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/29/2015 - 8:53pm
The South Lake Tahoe Rite Aid store is undergoing a major remodel along with about 450 other locations that will bring in changes, including a Thrifty Ice Cream shop and wellness center.
El Dorado County schools chief apologizes for DUI
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/25/2015 - 10:41pm
El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools Jeremy Meyers was booked and released from El Dorado County Jail on Saturday, a condition of his sentencing for driving under the influence in June.
Meyers’ attorney, Paul Zappettini, said Meyers was cited June 9 for driving under the influence of alcohol. He appeared in court Aug. 10 and received a five-day alternative sentence, which was served as house arrest, Zappettini said. He also was fined and faces suspension of his driver’s license. As a condition of his sentence, Meyers also was required to be booked at the El Dorado County jail.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Log
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/23/2015 - 3:42pm
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 press time and the story will be updated when provided.
8/16
2:21 a.m. - Vacation Rental Noise Disturbance - Crystal Air Drive - DEPUTIES RESPONDED TO NOISE COMPLAINT AT A RENTAL PROPERTY IN THE AREA OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE. AN INFORMATION REPORT WAS GENERATED AND FORWARDED TO DEPUTY ALMOS FOR FURTHER FOLLOW-UP.
Carson City teen dies at Lake Tahoe in water-related accident
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/22/2015 - 8:57pmA Carson City teenager died Saturday after authorities were called to Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe for an accident on the water. Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong confirmed the victim is a 15-year-old Carson High School student.
The teen’s name has not been released. A chaplain from Carson City has notified the parents, said Furlong. The teen died after he was taken to a Reno hospital after emergency crews were called to Sand Harbor at around noon Saturday. Washoe County authorities would not confirm if it was a possible drowning.
Missing Lake Tahoe paddle boarder found in Missouri
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/18/2015 - 1:18pm
The man who gained national attention when he went missing from his paddle board in South Lake Tahoe has turned up in Missouri.
South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) investigators had been working on the case since he disappeared on Wednesday, not knowing if he were dead or alive. The floating paddleboard with GoPro camera was found floating about 1/2 mile off shore by the Timber Cove Marina.
Thrill seekers descend upon South Lake Tahoe for unique race
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/17/2015 - 7:44pm
Thrill seekers, endurance athletes, and medical providers are gearing up for Primal Quest Lake Tahoe, a non-stop, unsupported race that attracts adventurers from Truckee to as far as New Zealand. The multi-sport expedition begins on the South Shore at Lake Tahoe August 19 or 20 and spans more than 450 miles of rugged terrain throughout the Sierra Nevada.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/16/2015 - 10:26am
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 press time and the story will be updated when provided.
8/9
3:30 p.m. - Search and Rescue call to Dardanelles Lake - SEARCH AND RESCUE INITIATED FOR AN INJURED 15-YEAR-OLD-FEMALE HIKER AT DARDANELLES LAKE.
8/10
No reported calls
8/11
Bay Area deputy drowns while helping kayaker in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/14/2015 - 8:07am
A deputy from the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office drowned just off the shore of El Dorado Beach in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday as he tried to save a family friend.
Lake Tahoe concert line-up for August
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/02/2015 - 2:52pm
July 17-Aug 23 Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival: "Romeo and Juliet" @ Sand Harbor
July 29-Aug 02 Shayla Rivera / Pete Banachowski @ Improv at Harvey's
July 31-Aug 16 Lake Tahoe Summerfest classical music series @ Sierra Nevada College
July 31-Aug 01 Lisa Marie Johnston @ Moodys Bistro
Coburn Station @ Bar of America
August 01 Three Dog Night @ Montbleu
Robert Cray @ Harrah's
Forget the Roses @ Hard Rock Hotel
Drought Relief @ Heavenly Village
DJ Rick Gee / DJ Rockwell @ Peek Tahoe
Daze on the Green @ Cabo Wabo
JKC Band @ Steamers
Darren Senn @ 968 Park Hotel
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/26/2015 - 9:04pm
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 press time and the story will be updated when provided.
7/19
1:45 p.m. - Coroner's Investigation - Herbert Ave - A82-YEAR-OLD FEMALE WAS LOCATED DECEASED AT HER RESIDENCE. NO SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES WERE NOTED DURING THE INITIAL INVESTIGATION.
Women as Change Makers : Building community from the ground up
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/25/2015 - 8:39pm
Event Date:
October 2, 2015 (All day)
Join Zawadisha and influential women from around the Tahoe/Truckee/Reno region on October 2 as they cultivate self-reliance, creativity, and collaboration to catalyze intentional change.
This full-day event overlooking Lake Tahoe will provide you with the tools and inspiration to create vibrant and resilient communities on a personal, local, and global level. Through authentic dialogue and meaningful interaction with women who have forged their own paths of change, you will leave with an expanded sense of possibility.
Remains found on Spooner Summit in 2014 identified
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/23/2015 - 10:49pm
The human remains found in King Canyon near Spooner Summit in June of 2014 have been identified as Ryan Wallace Osburn.
At the time of his death, the 32-year-old Osburn was a Reno resident.
The remains had been subjected to heavy animal predation which required the identification of the remains by DNA analysis and comparison to family members.
Beach Wrestling Championships this weekend in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/20/2015 - 9:10pm
Event Date:
July 25, 2015 - 11:00am
Beach wrestling has made it to South Lake Tahoe and everyone is invited to participate. Local wrestling coaches Ryan Wallace and Dave Borges are putting on a first for the area, the Inaugural Beach Wrestling Tournament will be held on the El Dorado Beach at Lakeview Commons on Saturday, July 25, 2015.
South Tahoe Stand Up Paddle and the Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe are sponsoring the event which gets under way at high noon. Registration and weigh-ins begin at 11 a.m.
Officer identified in South Lake Tahoe shooting
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/14/2015 - 9:53pm
The name of the South Lake Tahoe Police Officer involved in the June 15 shooting of 22-year-old Kris Jackson has been released.
Officer Joshua Klinge was the officer who responded to a 2:40 a.m. call about a woman screaming and crying at the Tahoe Hacienda Inn on Lake Tahoe Blvd. The officer shot Jackson in the torso after feeling threatened according to earlier reports. Jackson died shortly afterwards at Barton Memorial Hospital.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/12/2015 - 8:43am
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 press time and the story will be updated when provided.
7/5
10:18 p.m. - Vacation Rental Noise - Cold Creek Trail
10:39 p.m. - Grand Theft - Fallen Leaf Lake Rd - AN UNKNOWN SUSPECT(S) REMOVED THE VICTIM'S PERSONAL PROPERTY FROM HIS VEHICLE. THE VICTIM WAS NOT SURE IF HIS
VEHICLE WAS LOCKED DURING THIS INCIDENT.
Have breakfast with Steve Young and other celebrity golfers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/07/2015 - 6:42pm
Event Date:
July 15, 2015 - 7:30pm
Join Tahoe-Douglas Rotary with Super Bowl MVP and NFL Hall of Famer Steve Young and other celebrity players from the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship for a breakfast buffet and interactive question and answer panel discussion.
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to hear personal insights from the players about their careers and experience playing alongside 80 of the biggest sports and entertainment stars at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.
South Lake Tahoe man arrested on felony drug charges
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 11:57am
An El Dorado County Sheriff (EDSO) Deputy out on patrol in South Lake Tahoe on Friday, July 3 witnessed a man jaywalking across Highway 50 near the intersection of Third and Fourth Streets.
Since the man, 57-year-old Michael Harry Horny, appeared to be under the influence, the deputy followed him into Burrito Brothers where Horny headed to the restroom and stayed for a long period of time. Concerned Horny perhaps had passed out, or was ill, the deputy knocked on the door. Horny and local law enforcement have had a lot of contact over the past several years and he was known to the deputy.
All personal fireworks are banned in the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/02/2015 - 5:36pm
Personal use fireworks are illegal to use or possess in the Lake Tahoe Basin, including sparklers and so-called “safe and sane” fireworks. As you enjoy your holiday, leave fireworks to the professionals by attending one of the many public displays around Lake Tahoe.
Kids get paid for checking in their devices at Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/01/2015 - 6:09pm
Since South Lake Tahoe is the perfect place to get outside and enjoy the fresh air, a local hotel is adding an incentive for guests under the ago of 17 to get out and explore.
Car thefts in South Lake Tahoe rose in 2013, leveled off in 2014
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/01/2015 - 1:28pm
In the State of California, vehicle thefts dropped 7% in 2014, marking the second straight year of decline.
For South Lake Tahoe, it was the first year of decline in three years.
In 2013, vehicle thefts in the city limits jumped 46% from 37 stolen cars to 54. Following in 2014, there was a drop of 7% when 50 cars were stolen according to figures obtained by South Tahoe Now from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department.
To date, 2015 is looking to be a repeat of last year with 25 car thefts through June.
Signs in South Lake Tahoe to start showing travel times
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/30/2015 - 8:39pm
Motorists who have traveled California's highways have noticed signs with travel times posted to them, alerting them with travel times to major destinations.
Just in time for the July 4th holiday weekend, South Lake Tahoe will be getting their own set that will alert drivers the time it will take them for destinations between South Lake Tahoe and Placerville.
Mandatory vaccine bill goes to Governor Brown's desk
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/30/2015 - 12:50am
The controversial bill that would give California one of the country's strictest vaccination laws headed on Monday to Gov. Jerry Brown's desk, with supporters urging him to sign it and opponents promising to stand vigil around the clock to convince him to veto it.
On Monday, a majority of the California state Senate again passed Senate Bill 277, incendiary legislation that would require almost all schoolchildren to be fully vaccinated in order to attend public or private school, regardless of their parents' personal or religious beliefs.
The only exception would be for medical reasons.
Barton Auxiliary giver $13,500 to local students
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/25/2015 - 1:03am
The Barton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary has awarded $13,500 in scholarships to local students. The Barton Auxiliary recognized the eleven recipients from Lake Tahoe and Minden schools at their annual Scholarship Luncheon on Monday, June 8.
Be Fire Safe: Outdoor fire pits, legal or illegal?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/22/2015 - 9:42pm
Fire pits. The outdoor means to a perfect s'more and good conversation around a fire on a cool summer evening. But, in the midst of a drought are they safe? Are they legal when fire restrictions are in place?
There are three fire district jurisdictions just in South Lake Tahoe, along with the U.S. Forest Service, and they all have different rules concerning the backyard fire pit. One thing they all do share is for residents and visitors to be smart about fire and to not be careless.
Join us in biking for a healthier Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/18/2015 - 7:20pm
We face some big, daunting environmental restoration challenges here at Lake Tahoe. But helping our environment every day can be as simple as riding a bike, walking, or taking transit. And the hundreds of people who participated in the Tahoe Bike Challenge this June, including many of our employees at the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, are showing how big of an impact our individual actions can have.
Grand Jury finds Auditor/Controller to be a bully and uncooperative
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/17/2015 - 9:15pm
The Grand Jury investigated several allegations surrounding voter elected El Dorado County Auditor/Controller Joe Harn, including the fact that he lost the county more than $3.5 million due to incomplete paperwork submitted to the State of California.
The Grand Jury also found that Harn is guilty of disrespectful and harassing behavior toward others. One member of the Board of Supervisors told them, "Everybody knows Joe Harn is a bully. They have known it for twenty years.”
Hikers injured at Horsetail Falls and Cascade Falls
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/11/2015 - 11:46pm
Two different backcountry hikers needed to be rescued by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Team on Monday, June 8.
The first incident was at 12:43 p.m. when an adult male hiker fell at Cascade Falls, resulting in traumatic injuries. With the assistance of ground personnel from Lake Valley Fire Department, USFS and Cal Fire, rescuers were able to provide care and get the hiker hoisted out on a California Highway Patrol helicopter. The CHP helicopter transferred the hiker to a CALSTAR medical air ambulance, and then transported to Renown Medical Center in Reno.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/07/2015 - 4:01pm
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 press time and the story will be updated when provided.
5/31
3:35 a.m. - Noise Disturbance - Cold Creek Trail - DEPUTIES WERE DISPATCHED TO A NOISE DISTURBANCE AT A VACATION RENTAL. THE RESPONSIBLE RENTER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED ABOUT THE NOISE.
Lake Tahoe concert line-up for June
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/30/2015 - 9:15pm
May 30-31 Valhalla Renaissance Faire @ Camp Richardson
Wagon Train Rendezvous @ Zephyr Cove / Wagon Train parade
June 01 Phat Caddy Monday @ Fat Cat Cafe
June 02 DJ Dakini, Oneness, Lo-G @ Whisky Dicks
June 03 Chad Bushnell @ Hard Rock Hotel
June 03-07 Heath Hyche @ Improv at Harveys
June 04 Ike and Martin @ Jimmy's at The Landing
Lacey, LaBella, and Richardson @ Cottonwood Bar & Grill
Serina Williams, Lost Whiskey Engine @ Moody's Bistro
June 05-06 Bias and Dunn @ Bar of America
The George Souza Trio @ Moody's Bistro
June 05 Superlicious @ Hard Rock Hotel
Wild Things Inc.
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 05/21/2015 - 2:52pm
Event Date:
July 24, 2015 - 2:00pm Wild Things Inc will bring an exciting mix of wild animals to your library. In their presentations they share with children a message of conservation and appreciation for animals by telling about that animal’s personal history and its importance to the environment.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
United States
See map: Google Maps
How Leadership Lake Tahoe changed my life
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/18/2015 - 11:43am
Since 2003 there has been Leadership Lake Tahoe and a few hundred people can now say they've graduated from this worthwhile program. What started as an annual joint venture between the two Chambers of Commerce that served the South Shore is now a biennial leadership experience.
I was a member of Leadership Lake Tahoe in 2006 and I can say that it changed my life.
Vaccine exemptions: California Senate overwhelmingly passes SB 277
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/17/2015 - 8:28amA controversial bill that abolishes "personal belief exemptions" for vaccinations won overwhelming approval in the California Senate on Thursday, bolstering supporters' hopes that it will also clear the Assembly and be signed into law.
The measure by Democratic Sens. Richard Pan, of Sacramento, and Ben Allen, of Santa Monica -- introduced after a outbreak of measles in December at Disneyland sickened 136 Californians -- passed 25-10 after the two senators agreed to compromises aimed at easing its passage.
Over 300 participate in the South Lake Tahoe Polio Walk
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/16/2015 - 9:46pm
Community members joined Rotarians on Saturday as they walked the streets of South Lake Tahoe to show support and raise awareness of Rotary International’s effort to eradicate polio in the world. Over 300 people joined in the 3k walk which proceeded along Highway 50 in Stateline, past Edgewood Tahoe, by Lakeside Beach and back to the beginning at the corner of Stateline Avenue and Highway 50 at McP's Taphouse.
Police officers honored during South Lake Tahoe ceremony
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/14/2015 - 8:22pm
Rain may have moved the ceremony indoors, but spirits weren't dampened as the South Lake Tahoe Police Department honored some of their own on Thursday in honor of National Peace Officer's Memorial Day.
"We are normal people who are asked to do extraordinary tasks," SLT Police Chief Brian Uhler told the audience of the officer's families, friends, City Council, city staff, community members and other area law enforcement including the El Dorado County Sheriff, CHP and the FBI.
Mental Health Awareness: Law enforcement on front lines with mentally ill
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/12/2015 - 11:21pm
Many times law enforcement officers are the first people a mentally ill person comes in contact with. In South Lake Tahoe, police officers and sheriff's deputies are forced to become front line mental health workers, and since they are on the front lines, Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) is an important part of their job.
El Dorado County received a grant for the Sheriff's Department to receive the training, and, to date, four sergeants and 18 deputies have been trained. While most patrol the west slope, South Lake Tahoe has three CIT officers (two sergeants and one deputy).
Mental Health Awareness: What are the signs of mental illness?
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/10/2015 - 9:11pm
Mental illness affects 1 in 5 children and 1 in 8 adults.
50% of us will experience a mental health challenge in our lifetime.
These are significant numbers, and because of them, May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in South Lake Tahoe, May 10-16 is Mental Health Awareness Week. During a recent City Council meeting, the Mayor signed a proclamation to show the City's support of this significant week.
Countdown to Amgen: Local events embrace women's cycling
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/06/2015 - 8:31pm
As South Lake Tahoe prepares to host Stages 1 & 2 of the AMGEN Tour of California Women's Race on May 8-9, people are working throughout the community, preparing for all of the events surrounding the world class cycling event.
There is a VIP reception and team presentation at Riva Grill on Thursday, May 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Lake Tahoe SummerFest concert schedule released
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/03/2015 - 7:07pm
Event Date:
July 31, 2015 (All day)
Lake Tahoe SummerFest’s fourth season, “Passport to a World of Music,” will bring Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn to audiences July 31 – Aug. 16 (www.TahoeSummerFest.org). The three weekend series of nine different concerts will transport attendees through masterpieces translated by renowned artists and a nationally acclaimed orchestra of 40 players.
Lake Tahoe roadside boat inspection stations open May 1
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/24/2015 - 10:12pmRoadside stations for inspections and decontaminations of motorized boats and watercraft are officially opening for the 2015 boating season. Locations, hours of operation and opening dates are as follows:
Opening Thursday, May 1st:
8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., 7 days a week
• Meyers: at the junction of US 50 and Highway 89
• Spooner Summit: at the junction of US 50 and Highway 28 in Nevada
• Alpine Meadows: Highway 89, off Alpine Meadows Road north of Tahoe City *
*Road construction on Alpine Meadows Road: Go to placerroads.com or call 530-581-0471
John Muir’s Great-great-grandson at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/22/2015 - 3:52pm
Event Date:
May 30, 2015 - 1:00pm John Muir’s Great-great-grandson, Robert Hanna, will share an intimate view of John Muir during a very special presentation. “Growing Up Muir" offers a personal view of Muir from the perspective of his family.
Mr. Hanna will describe and uncover the many sides of Muir through family stories and never before seen photographs and writings.
Presented by the Friends of the Library on May 30 starting at 1 p.m. Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Master mechanics maintain City's aging fleet of vehicles
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/21/2015 - 8:24pm
"You got to do something as doing nothing is costing you money," City of South Lake Tahoe Fleet Manager Ron Corbett told the City Council Tuesday.
The 260 vehicles and equipment maintained by Corbett's tea of master mechanics have a continually rising age. The City's police cars have an average age of 10 years, the Fire Department's vehicles are an average of 11 years old and the rest of the fleet has been around for an average of 17 years. If the fire and police departments hadn't just purchased new vehicles the ages of vehicles would have been much higher.
NAMI Smarts for Advocacy
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 04/19/2015 - 11:32am
Event Date:
April 25, 2015 - 8:00am Free course in advocacy 25-April-2015 8:00a.m. - 12p.m. at the Genoa Volunteer Firestation. This course is taught by volunteers from NAMI, National Alliance on Mental Illness. It is taught at UNR to students majoring in social work in their senior year. Over 4,000 people have taken this course nationally.
Location
Genoa Volunteer Firestation
3450 Jack's Valley Road
Genoa, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Motherhood Out Loud - A Spring Fundraiser at Valhalla
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/18/2015 - 8:23pm
Event Date:
May 9, 2015 - 6:00pm
When entrusting the subject of motherhood to such a dazzling collection of celebrated American writers, what results is a joyous, moving, hilarious, and altogether thrilling theatrical play. Utterly unpredictable, Motherhood Out Loud shatters traditional notions about parenthood, unveils its inherent comedy and celebrates the deeply personal truths that span and unite generations.
Barton Auxiliary donates $230,000 and recognizes volunteers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/14/2015 - 8:08pm
It was a festive and lively event at the Barton Auxiliary’s annual volunteer appreciation luncheon on Monday, April 13. More than 80 volunteers from the hospital, gift shop, and The Attic Thrift Store attended and were recognized for their service and gifts.
