• Dennis Walsh has been promoted to captain and has assumed command of the North Lake Tahoe Station of the Placer County Sheriff’s Office.

• El Dorado County’s Sheriff’s Team of Active Retirees is looking for members. For more info, call 530.573.3000.

• The red-legged frog made famous in a tale by Mark Twain is now California’s official state amphibian.

• Here is a video from the State Water Board about disconnecting downspouts.

• Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation’s Taste of Gold is July 12 from 6-9pm. The $75 tickets may be purchased online.