Lake Tahoe bicycling advocate has created a navigational aid designed to make it easier for people in the basin to locate a hike or bike ride that best matches their interest and skill level. It’s called Tahoe’s Ultimate Bicycling Guide. The guide covers five regions: California Alps, South Shore, North Shore, Carson Valley and Truckee. For each region there are […]
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California agencies combatting the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels are reminding boaters to remain cautious over Memorial Day weekend. Quagga and zebra mussels are invasive freshwater mussels native to Eurasia. They multiply quickly, encrust watercraft and infrastructure, alter water quality and the aquatic food web, and ultimately impact native and sport fish communities. […]
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By Marcella Corona, Reno Gazette-Journal Former Nevada state Sen. Coe Swobe had two passions: nature and helping people. He died Thursday morning of liver failure at the age of 87, but left behind two life-long legacies. In 1969, Swobe brokered the first agreement between then Nevada Gov. Paul Laxalt and California Gov. Ronald Reagan and […]
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By Seth A. Richardson, Reno Gazette-Journal Several legislative races in Northern Nevada have hauled in more than $500,000 combined in campaign cash as the June 14 primary nears. Competitive races in and near Washoe County drew large sums of contributions, according to campaign finance filings from the secretary of state’s office. Four seats – three […]
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· Elevated Fitness in South Lake Tahoe is looking to reward a teacher with an annual membership. Nominate an outstanding teacher online. Deadline is June 18. · The funk-jazz-blues group Wesley Orsolic Band will play for free at the Beacon restaurant at Camp Richardson on May 28 starting at 5pm. · According to the U.S. […]
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CalFire is increasing its staffing as windy conditions are predicted to elevate fire danger across many areas of California. With many Californians planning to recreate outdoors for the Memorial Day weekend, CalFire is asking the public to take steps to prevent sparking a wildfire. According to the National Weather Service many parts of California will see […]
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Publisher’s note: This is one of several stories about mental health issues in the Lake Tahoe Basin that will be running through October. By Lake Tahoe News Mental illness is a growing problem throughout the country, and Lake Tahoe is not immune to this trend. Barton Health is taking an active role in bringing help […]
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Publisher’s note: This editorial is from the May 21, 2016, Sacramento Bee. Remember that “historic” drought? The one that erased snow from the Sierra and was turning the Central Valley into a dusty bowl? Remember how it was supposed to be permanent? How all Californians need to forever change the wasteful ways we use water […]
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Crews on the Eldorado National Forest have been busy getting the forest ready for the rush of visitors expected this weekend. Visitors are reminded to check the status of their favorite campgrounds as not all facilities are open. Campground status: Campgrounds expected to be open for Memorial Weekend are Fashoda, Silver Creek, Wolf Creek, Yellowjacket, Ice […]
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Another store is closing at the Y in South Lake Tahoe – Pier 1 Imports. Everything is expected to be gone by the end of June. When Pier 1 opened in fall 2005 the company signed a 10-year lease for the 10,795-square-foot building. Pier 1 sought out South Lake. The company at the time was on […]
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