The weather forecast is so nasty for the Lake Tahoe Basin that Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Truckee unified school districts canceled classes today with only a dusting of snow on the roads this morning. The National Weather Service says, “Travel not recommended in the Sierra with extended highway closures possible. Zero visibility with blowing and […]
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• California Fish and Game Commission approved an opening day of April 2 for the recreational fishing season. • El Dorado County Supervisor Norma Santiago has a new number in South Lake Tahoe – (530) 573.7918. • South Lake Tahoe’s Rosemary Manning has tips for people who are feeling overwhelmed about the events in Japan. […]
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Douglas County sheriff’s, South Lake Tahoe police and Carson City sheriff’s are offering a free training called Crime Free Multi-Housing Program April 11 from 8am-5pm. It is being offered to all local multi-family housing, manufactured housing, vacation rental owners, managers, and property management companies. It will be at Lakeland Village in South Lake Tahoe. A […]
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Dear Parents: The current financial maelstrom in the state of California continues to force districts to make painful reductions in order to meet their financial obligations. Lake Tahoe Unified School District has made severe budget reductions over the past two years to the tune of $4 million – $1.2 million for 2010-11 alone. The Board […]
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By Benedict Carey, New York Times First, he tore up his dog toys. Then shredded the furniture, clothes, schoolbooks — and, finally, any semblance of family unity. James, a chocolate-brown pointer mix, turned from adorable pet to problem child in a matter of weeks. “The big bone of contention was that my mom and my […]
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By Cheryl Katz, Environmental Health News NORDEN — On a frosty evening in the Sierra Nevada, smoke curling from the chimney of the Clair Tappaan Lodge is a welcome sight for chilly snowshoers and cross-country skiers. Gathering by the massive stone hearth at this landmark Sierra Club mountain hostel, guests relax in the warmth and […]
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By Kathryn Reed Water races from what appears to be another tributary of Lake Tahoe. This wouldn’t be unusual right now based on the amount of snow, rain on snow and snowmelt the Lake Tahoe Basin continues experience. But this area in South Lake Tahoe isn’t a normal outflow. A barrier beach about 45 feet […]
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Tahoe Valley Elementary School is having a family night March 25 at 6pm. The move “How to Train Your Dragon” (rated PG)will be shown. Advanced tickets are $3 at the school office or $5 at that door. It includes one bag of popcorn per person. Bob Dog Pizza will be selling pizza. Sodas, water and […]
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Sierra Nevada Brewery Pairing Dinner at TC’s Pub in the Village at Northstar is April 15 at 6pm. TC’s Pub and Sierra Nevada Brewery will join forces to create a four-course meal paired with some classic and seasonal ales from the Chico based brewery. The menu, prepared by Northstar Resort’s executive banquet chef will be […]
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By Andrea Castillo, Daily Evergreen Washington skiers and snowboarders who choose to cross into clearly marked closed mountain areas could be charged with second-degree trespassing if a bill introduced in the Washington State Senate passes. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5186, sponsored by Sen. Jim Kastama, D-Puyallup, passed its third reading by the Rules Committee […]
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