South Tahoe Association of Realtors Annual Installation & Awards Dinner: Date: Jan. 8 Time: 6pm no host cocktail hour; 7pm buffet dinner Where: Edgewood Tahoe Special guest speaker: Jim Hamilton, C.A.R. Past President Cost: $40 per person if paid by Jan. 5; $55 per person as of Jan. 6
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By Kathryn Reed It took an hour of discussion today before Fred Kollar was appointed interim sheriff of El Dorado County. Kollar, who was appointed undersheriff by Sheriff Neves when he took office, will fill out the rest of Neves’ term. Neves’ resignation is effective Dec. 26. It was a 3-2 vote Dec. 10 to […]
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Nasty air in the Truckee Meadows has prompted Washoe County officials to ban the use of wood stoves and fireplaces. The last time officials issued such a burn ban was in 1994. People with breathing problems are advised to stay indoors. Strenuous outdoor activity is also being frowned upon in that area. More information can […]
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Lake Tahoe Basin Federal Advisory Committee (LTFAC) is scheduled to meet from 1-4pm Dec. 14 at the U.S. Forest Service, Emerald Bay Room, 35 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe. LTFAC will address issues related to federal activities at Lake Tahoe. Items on the agenda include: aquatic invasive species management; environmental improvement plan update; forest management […]
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By Sam Stanton, Sacramento Bee It all began with a couple of slugs of Jack Daniel’s whiskey on a leisurely Friday afternoon. The bar tab at the Cold Springs Golf and Country Club came to $10.50, Gilbert Maines says, and he has sworn statements from the bartender and another club member that he was never […]
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From an avid Lake Tahoe News reader: “For those who want to help the Coats for Kids program, an ad last night on TV – Old Navy is selling fleece jackets for $5 Saturday only. Normally I wouldn’t suggest people go off the hill, but it may boost donations to this program.”
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Technology has impacted tourism marketing in a multitude of ways, inherently changing the marketing landscape. Tourism executives need to stay informed and understand how these changes affect their marketing strategies, and how using technology can positively impact their bottom line. The SMG Tourism,Technology + Marketing Workshop will provide hands-on sessions ranging from social media to […]
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There is no bright spot in the figures released today by the Nevada Gaming Control Board regardng October’s gaming revenue. Stateline casinos saw a drop of 24 percent from October 2008 compared to October 2009. Statewide, casinos won about $800 million from gamblers in October, down 11.6 percent from a year ago. This is the […]
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By Hayley Mick, Globe and Mail Halfpipe snowboarding is not often associated with discretion. The sport’s superstars have a reputation for being highly paid hotdoggers, and there is probably no group of athletes – with the possible exception of skateboarders – that takes more delight in videotaping and broadcasting their tricks. Which is why the […]
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This in from Alpine Meadows: Due to recent snow storms resulting in as much as 5 feet of accumulation, Alpine Meadows Ski Resort will open more terrain and chairlifts to skiers and snowboarders. Summit high speed express chairlift will open today for the season, offering access to the mountain’s summit. Starting Dec. 11, Alpine Meadows […]
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