• South Lake Tahoe native Kyle Smaine has joined Sierra-at-Tahoe’s pro team. The Association of Freesking Professionals ranks him in the top 30 for halfpipe skiers in the world. He has his sights set on the Winter Olympics.

• According the Bureau of Land Management, Nevada is the most mountainous state in the union with more than 150 mountain ranges.

• The November issue of Bon Appétit magazine recommends Barbera for Thanksgiving dinner. El Dorado County wineries make excellent Barbera, according to LTN.

• South Lake Tahoe is having an informational meeting Nov. 13 at 5:30pm at Lake Tahoe Airport for businesses affected by the single-use plastic bag ban.

• Tahoe City Public Utility District is having a budget workshop Nov. 5 at 4pm at 221 Fairway Drive, Tahoe City.