A summer dog assisted reading reward program for kids ages 6 to 11 years will take place at two locations: the South Lake Tahoe Library and Bona Fide Books in Meyers (next to Angie’s Signs on Magua off Hopi). One of six trained canine listeners, animal related books, plus a tutor are provided free. There […]
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For the two weeks starting June 23, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department deployed officers into the Bijou neighborhood in support of the Residential Neighborhood Traffic Enforcement Program During that time, 73 traffic related traffic stops were made. Officers wrote 30 citations and 58 written warnings were issued. Two vehicles were impounded — one because […]
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July 16-17 is Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Run. The race is 30, 50 and 100 miles. For more information, go online.
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Five people were arrested on driving under the influence charges during the July 4 checkpoint in Incline Village, with South Tahoe officers making a DUI arrest as well that night. On Monday from 1:15-8pm several law enforcement agencies, including the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, Sparks Police Department, Washoe County School Police Department and the Nevada […]
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Meet the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce ambassadors during the Aug. 4 Business After Hours Mixer at Steamers Bar & Grill in South Lake Tahoe. The event is from 5:30-7:30pm. Tickets are $10 for members or $20 for non-members. For more information, email emily@tahoechamber.org or call (775) 588.1728, ext. 303.
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Brian Williams, who has been an officer with the South Lake Tahoe Police Department since 1986, will be promoted to lieutenant July 9. Williams, 46, spent nearly a decade in detectives. He earned certification through California’s Robert Presley Institute of Criminal Investigations in the specialties of homicide and sexual assault investigations. He has been a […]
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Boyo is a sweet long-haired cat who loves to be held. He is a playful boy who just laps up attention. He is an indoor cat who has not been around dogs, but he has lived with small children and other cats. His owner couldn’t look after him any more. Boyo is neutered, microchipped, and […]
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The 2011 Quiksilver Ta-Hoe Nalu Stand-Up Paddle Classic is Aug. 13-14 in Kings Beach. Lake Tahoe is the largest stand up flat-water paddleboard venue in the country, and the sport continues to gain in popularity with a recent increase in Tahoe rental shops and outfitters, as well as festivals taking center stage during the summer […]
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Join Jason Collin, Barton Health physical therapist, certified strength and conditioning specialist and professional bike fitter, as he helps cyclists decrease common injuries and reduce or eliminate back, neck, and knee pain. A precise bike fit is a crucial factor in every rider’s comfort, performance and safety, as they take to the roads and trails […]
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By Ted Gaines As Californians celebrated our nation’s independence and the freedom that we all cherish, we also celebrated another gift of freedom over the holiday weekend – taxes went down. Gov. Jerry Brown at least temporarily abandoned his crusade for increased taxes and agreed to a budget that, while far from perfect, respects the […]
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