By Kathryn Reed Winter operations at state parks in the Sierra are being cut back, with a more comprehensive plan for summer to be released in early 2010. For the winter, Grover Hot Springs in Markleeville and Donner Museum in Truckee will be closed Mondays and Tuesdays. No winter camping will be allowed at Sugar […]
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Six groups are about to share $23,000 in health grants from Barton. Barton Health’s Community Advisory Committee, in collaboration with the Barton Foundation, are awarding their the first Barton Health Grants to help address unmet health needs in the South Lake Tahoe areal Of the 16 proposals, six came away winners. They are: • Bijou […]
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Lake Tahoe Community College instructor Chef Steve Fernald and the culinary arts students are preparing an organic vegan Thanksgiving themed feast Nov. 20. This event is sponsored by the Advocates for Wellness, Animal Rights, and the Environment, A.W.A.R.E., a student club. Special guest Hope Bohanec, Grassroots Campaigns Director, IDA, will be speaking about “Eco-Eating: The […]
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U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews will conduct prescribed fire operations in the Rubicon/Tahoe Hills area starting Oct. 28, and will likely continue through the week depending on weather conditions. Residents and travelers can expect to see smoke from prescribed fire project areas. This and other prescribed fire projects are designed to reduce wildfire risks […]
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By Kathryn Reed For the first time in nine years, the 953 Lukins Brothers Water District customers are about to open bills that reflect a general rate hike. Annual water bills for the small water company that serves customers near the Y along Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe will go from $294.84 to […]
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Steve Green, Las Vegas Sun Still struggling with the recession, Harrah’s Entertainment Inc. of Las Vegas today posted a $1.33 billion charge against earnings to write down the value of certain assets around the country, and overall posted a third quarter loss from continuing operations after taxes of $1.621 billion. The loss, compared to a […]
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Letter to the Publisher, My name is Peggy Cocores and I hope to be your candidate for Seat 5 in the STPUD election on Nov. 3. WATER IS THE ISSUE. Safe, clean, and AFFORDABLE. As a business woman, independent voice, and 39-year local, my mission and promise to you is fiscal responsibility,24/7 representation with openness […]
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Letter to the Publisher, Duane Wallace has been a friend of ours for over 20 years. During that time, we have agreed on many different issues and respectfully disagreed on others. However, the one passion we always agree on is the ongoing commitment to serve the children of our community. Duane has devoted much of […]
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By Cathy Locke, Sacramento Bee Regular fish stocking programs will resume at Jenkinson Lake near Pollock Pines. El Dorado Irrigation District officials announced that the lake, the centerpiece of the district’s popular Sly Park Recreation Area, has been removed from the state’s list of lakes and streams where fish stocking was suspended last fall. Read […]
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Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation annual Swap at MontBleu in Stateline. The moonlight madness pre-sale costs $5 and is Nov. 20 from 6-11pm; while the swap on Nov. 21 from 10am-5pm is free. For more information, call (530) 541.7354.
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