To the community, I’ve been closely involved with Lake Tahoe Community College since its beginning in 1974 when I was elected one of the first LTCC board of trustees members. I’d like you to consider, just for a minute, what would happen if the college’s Measure F bond effort failed to pass this Election Day. […]
Read moreBy Vicki McKenna Barton Health is committed to the safety of our patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. After receiving several confirmed cases of the Ebola virus disease in the United States, Barton Health is prepared to care for and respond to suspected Ebola cases. Though the Ebola virus has not reached California or Nevada and […]
Read moreUpdated 4:45pm: A South Lake Tahoe woman is fighting for her life at an area hospital after being stabbed Wednesday night. The man accused of the stabbing – her husband – fled, but was arrested Thursday afternoon. Thomas Payne, 36, of South Lake Tahoe faces attempted murder charges. Officers are not releasing the name of […]
Read more• Tahoe Rim Trail Association is asking users to take this survey. • Patrick Johnson, biathlete and cross country skier from Truckee, is training to be on the 2018 U.S. Olympic biathlon team. • Lake Tahoe Sustainability Collaborative Community Mobility group is asking people to take a survey about connectivity issues around South Tahoe Middle […]
Read moreThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit started closing recreational facilities around the basin this week. Seasonal closures apply to many recreation sites including beaches, campgrounds, and picnic areas, which traditionally close in mid-October. Forest roads close around mid-November for soil protection and public safety. For specific forest road closing dates, consult the Motor […]
Read moreThe California Department of Fish and Wildlife is conducting an art contest to select the design for the state’s 2014-15 upland game bird stamp. The contest is open to all U.S. residents ages 18 and older. Entries will be accepted through Dec. 12. This year’s stamp will feature the Gambel’s quail, and art contest entries […]
Read moreBy Weather Channel The Weather Channel has issued its winter forecast for 2014-2015, and it looks a bit different from last winter. Compared to 2013-14, which was one of the coldest winters in recent memory in the Upper Midwest, this winter the chill looks to be more focused on the East Coast and Gulf Coast, […]
Read moreThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will begin the fall/winter prescribed fire program this week. Operations may take place today on various urban lots around the Lake Tahoe Basin including Elizabeth Drive on the West Shore, Christmas Valley, Angora Creek, Elks Club Drive, Echo View Estates, and Bakersfield Avenue on the South […]
Read moreTwenty members and friends of Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra recently spent an evening at the Lake Tahoe Paint and Sip Studio at Ski Run Marina. Each month owners Jill and Frank Slipher provide a unique fundraising experience for a different nonprofit. They donate half of the $40 per person fee back to the designated […]
Read morePublisher’s note: This is a version of the Douglas County sheriff’s endorsement that ran before the June primary. On Nov. 4 Douglas County voters will have the opportunity to vote to retain the current sheriff or replace him with someone from the outside. Dave Brady contends morale is not great within the department and a […]
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