· Tahoe kids doing what they love – mountain biking. Video is courtesy of First Tracks Productions. · Animal Coalition of Tahoe’s photos with Santa event is Dec. 7-8 from 3:30-5:30pm each day at Pet Station, 2205 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe. Photographer Jenny Scales will take photos of you, your pet, and your […]
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By Kurtis Alexander, San Francisco Chronicle Californians may have another reason to keep an eye on melting sea ice in the Arctic — at least if they’re concerned about the state’s propensity for plunging into damaging droughts. Alongside the obvious perils for polar bears and other wildlife, as well as the problem of rising ocean […]
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Finding healthy foods on a limited budget can sometimes be challenging. The Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program is a federally funded nutrition program for women and young children. WIC provides nutrition education and health information, breastfeeding support, checks for healthy foods (like fruits and vegetables), and referrals to medical providers and community services. There […]
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Deadlines are approaching for people who are planning to send mail overseas for Christmas. To reach the destination by Dec. 25 the parcels should be sent by: Dec. 11 – Military priority mail and first-class mail Dec. 14 – USPS retail ground Dec. 19 – First-class cards and letters Dec. 20 – Priority mail. The […]
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More than 15 engines, making up three strike teams, have been deployed from the Lake Tahoe Basin area to the Thomas Fire near Ventura County. The Thomas Fire started on Dec. 4 at approximately 6:28pm and has burned 45,000 acres and destroyed more than 150 structures. Engines assigned to the numerous strike teams deployed include: […]
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By Rebecca R. Ruiz and Tariq Panja, New York Times LAUSANNE, Switzerland — Russia’s Olympic team has been barred from the 2018 Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea. The country’s government officials are forbidden to attend, its flag will not be displayed at the opening ceremony and its anthem will not sound. Any athletes from […]
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A man staying at the Ridge Tahoe sustained severe burns to almost 50 percent of his body. According to Tahoe Douglas fire officials, the victim fell asleep by a radiant fireplace in his room and awoke to find himself on fire. Just after midnight Dec. 5 he was flown by CalStar from the resort at […]
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The League to Save Lake Tahoe is hosting a Winter Wonderland: A Holiday Open House on Dec. 14. There will be an opportunity to make a free Lake Tahoe keepsake using reclaimed, lake-shaped wooden pieces. The fire will be going. There will be light appetizers, drinks, and music from violinist Ellen Flanagan. Shop discounted prices […]
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Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association is having a fundraiser Dec. 13 with the goal being to raise enough money to fund the 2018 Bijou Bike Park maintenance and improvements in one night. Here are ways to contribute: Buy a raffle ticket that night to win outdoor gear. Donations to the bike park that evening will […]
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By Kathryn Reed Starting Jan. 1 it is going to cost money to recreate in parts of Hope Valley. The land affected is owned by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. In Alpine County the areas are known as Hope Valley Wildlife Area-North Unit, Hope Valley Wildlife Area-South Unit, and Red Lake Wildlife Area. […]
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