By Denise Sloan Smart More cases of pertussis — also known as whooping cough –- have popped up statewide this year than in the last 50 years. Health officials across California are seeing a sharp spike in cases of pertussis and are encouraging parents, caregivers and older siblings of infants to seek vaccinations. Pertussis is […]
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By Kathryn Reed Passion and frustration oozed from three Meyers residents while talking about the forest thinning project in their neighborhood. Anger was another emotion. It was all directed at the California Tahoe Conservancy – owners of the 209 acres that are being treated in phases over the course of several years. About 30 acres […]
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Origami will be featured at the Douglas County Public Library in Zephyr Cove on July 29 at 1:30pm. Dennis Little has shared his hobby of Japanese paper folding for many years at the library. He will tell the history of origami and bring examples of his projects. During past programs children made fish, Olympic medals, […]
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International advocate for water quality and policy Alexandra Cousteau, granddaughter of renowned pioneer Jacques-Yves Cousteau, will be the featured speaker at the 2010 Siebens Binz—Tahoe Forum at Sierra Nevada College campus on Aug. 28 at 3pm. Parents are encouraged to bring their kids to this free public event, which will feature an visual and audio […]
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By Kathryn Reed Nepotism, according to the dictionary, is “patronage bestowed or favoritism shown on the basis of family relationship, as in business and politics.” It’s alive and thriving among employees of South Lake Tahoe (full and part time), as well as extending to City Council members and city commissioners. Since June 30, Lake Tahoe […]
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Celebrate 10 years of food, wine, and wildflowers at Kirkwood on July 31. Take a stroll with guided hikes by local wildflower expert Laird Blackwell before savoring flavors of local Amador and El Dorado county wines. Hit the plaza and visit booths filled with the works of local artisans while The Kingtones play. The 10th […]
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By Steve Kanigher, Las Vegas Sun Former Gov. Kenny Guinn, who served during Nevada’s most explosive growth, leading with a pragmatic streak and fierce determination to do what was right rather than what more partisan elements in his party thought, has died. Guinn guided Nevada from January 1999 through the end of his second term […]
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El Dorado County Sheriff’s Department is having a community meeting July 24 at 10am for people to meet Deputy Greg Almos, who is the West Shore contact. The meeting is at Marie Sluchak Park at Wilson and Pine streets in Tahoma. Contact Deputy Greg Almos at (530) 573.3375m ext. 8935 or email wsdeputy@edso.org for information.
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By Cathy Locke, Sacramento Bee At least three groups with long-standing ties to the Eldorado National Forest have canceled recreation events this year, citing steep permit processing fees required by U.S. Forest Service cost recovery regulations. Spokesmen for an equestrian group and two off-road motorcycle clubs say their members over the years have created and […]
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Thirty-seven young South Shore singers, dancers and actors have been hard at work the last two weeks learning their parts for the 1950’s musical “Rock Around the Block”. They are participating in Sierra Tahoe Children’s Theater annual workshop under the direction of Liz Niven and Marcia Sarosik. Some of the participants have been sponsored by […]
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