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Douglas ranks healthiest county in Nevada
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/03/2012 - 3:09pmA new study rates Douglas County as Nevada's healthiest county, while Mineral County ranks the least healthy.
The national study released Tuesday was conducted by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.
Vail Resorts to buy Kirkwood in $18 million deal
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 9:06amVail Resorts, Inc. announced Wednesday that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Kirkwood Mountain Resort at Lake Tahoe, Calif., recognized by skiers and snowboarders as offering some of the best high alpine advanced terrain in North America.
Lake Tahoe planning agency announces 2011 Best in The Basin award winners
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/21/2012 - 12:43pmRecognized for stewardship and care taken in the building and construction of developments around Lake Tahoe, the 22nd annual Best in the Basin awards were announced Tuesday by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.
The TRPA, which sets policy for development around Lake Tahoe, will recognize the winners, listed below, during the 2011 Best in the Basin awards presentation during the meeting of its Governing Board on Wednesday, Feb. 22 in Stateline. Go here for the agenda.
Greenhouse Project fundraiser
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 02/19/2012 - 4:29pmAn evening to benefit The Greenhouse Project takes place Wednesday, Feb. 22, beginning at 6 p.m. at Café at Adele’s in Carson City.
The event is limited to 80 attendees. Each will receive a glass of wine and tastings from the three new menus offered by Charlie Abowd, chef and owner of the establishment.
Kirkwood ready for holiday weekend
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 02/18/2012 - 6:58amThe latest from Coop at Kirkwood:
The Force unveiled at Sierra-at-Tahoe with the Burton Star Wars Experience
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 02/18/2012 - 6:47am
What if Yoda could teach your kid to become a Jedi snowboarder? That's the goal of the Star Wars-themed snowboarding school that officially opened at Sierra-at-Tahoe. And folks there say there's nothing else like it in the universe.
The Burton Star Wars Experience Continues
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 12:07pmThe Force is strong at Sierra for Younglings and Padawans this winter in Yoda's Riglet Park at Wild Moutain Children's Center. The Burton Star Wars Experience uses the beloved intergalactic saga to help children ages 3-6 make their first snowboard turns using Burton's innovative Riglet Reel Technology.
Movie Review: 'Chronicle' is above average sci-fi thriller
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Fri, 02/10/2012 - 12:28amThe sci-fi thriller "Chronicle," currently showing at the Horizon Stadium inside the Horizon Casino Resort in Stateline at Lake Tahoe, explores the world of ESP in general and telekinesis in particular. The explorers at three teens, Andrew (Dane DeHaan), Steve (Michael B. Jordan) and Matt (Alex Russell). Most of the movie is composed of film clips from Andrew, a nerd and unpopular at school.
Wednesday Kirkwood Report and weekend happenings planned
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 3:12pmCoop over at Kirkwood Mountain Resort reports the following on Wednesday:
2" to 3" of the fresh here today! Check the footy we aren't lying! So good this morning, Fawn Ridge, Thunder Saddle & yes my friends The Wall was sweet... At this point your think'n marketing? No my friends, 100% open 2300 acres, 3 parks and the best conditions are here at The Wood!
The latest from Sierra-at-Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 02/05/2012 - 11:14amLots of news out of Sierra-at-Tahoe.
British songwriter/artist Kate Bush sings of a woman, a lost dog and Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 2:43pm
New up on NPR's All Songs Considered is a review of "50 Words for Snow" by English singer-songwriter Kate Bush and the release of the song "Eider Falls at Lake Tahoe" a shortened version of an 11-minute song about a woman and a lost dog.
New bus shelters sprout up in South Lake Tahoe area; more on the way
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/13/2012 - 8:18pm
The operator of BlueGo, the South Lake Tahoe area public transportation system, has installed four new bus shelters in the city with plans for three more in early 2012 to provide additional safety, convenience and comfort for riders.
New Life Sprouts from Trees and Skis
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/09/2012 - 12:11pm
At Lake Tahoe where many have more than one job to make ends meet, two women have tied their local businesses and passion for creativity together to build one dynamic company — Forest Furniture Tahoe.
The art of creativity and a belief and respect in what each brings to the table brought Marianne Rosenfeld and Julianne Kohn together six years ago.
These two are a duo of hard work and tenacity, where one complements the other.
Zephyr Lodge — bring an appetite, wallet, camera
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 3:39am“This has a lot of character,” Stewart told Lake Tahoe News as he looked at the reclaimed wood on the exterior. While the interior of the two lodges feels similar, the exterior does not even though th...
Movie Review: 'On Top of the Hood' shows ski filmmaker Sammy Carlson can do it all
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 11:10pm
By Josh Swallow
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev.- As we begin to prepare for this upcoming winter, it is no surprise to any Sierra Nevada College student that the ski and snowboard season is right around the corner. With this time of the year brings the beginning of incredible ski films that keep everyone entertained once off the slopes.
Lakeview Commons Project Update Video
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/04/2011 - 9:35amThe Lakeview Commons Project, a partnership between the California Tahoe Conservancy and the City of South Lake Tahoe, spans the beach area that was once known to locals as El Dorado Beach. Approaching from the western side is the boat ramp, and a newly constructed Boathouse. The downstairs will feature storage lockers for paddle boards and kayaks, restrooms, and a boat rental area. Upstairs will be a concession stand and patio with a gas fire pit and a more commercial size barbeque with a cook top.
Wood stove linked to Meyers house fire
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/28/2011 - 5:08pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Burning embers from an unattended wood stove are believed to be the cause of a house fire in Meyers Wednesday afternoon.Firefighters from the Lake Valley Fire Protecti...
Lakeview Commons Project Nears Completion
Submitted by Li Terrell on Thu, 10/27/2011 - 9:42pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe hosted a special project walk-through at the Lakeview Commons Project Site Thursday afternoon, and revealed the almost-finished product that the city hopes will be a jewel in the recreation crown for the area.
“It’s going to be the Sand Harbor of South Shore” said Jim Marino, Capital Improvement Manager with the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Muscle therapy Sausalito-style — bike, kayak
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 10/09/2011 - 5:58pmBy Susan Wood. SAUSALITO – The term R&R must have been born here. When visitors are ready to venture out of their rooms in this Marin County haven, they'll find plenty to do – activities that ...
9/11: Terrorist attacks just part of Lake Tahoe's economic woes ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 10:28am1-12 about how Lake Tahoe is tied to 9/11. By Susan Wood. A decade after Sept. 11, 2001, the terrorist attack may not turn out to be the Lake Tahoe economy's worst enemy. But it didn't help wi...
