Chain controls possible on mountain passes

Caltrans is advising motorists that winter weather with the potential for snow is projected starting May 25.

Caltrans urges motorists traveling over the Interstate 80 and Highway 50 this weekend that chain controls may be in effect due to ice and snow at the summits. Motorists should plan ahead for adverse driving conditions by packing provisions, ensuring the vehicle is in good working order with proper tire tread and to carry chains.

Most traffic interfering work will be suspended for the holiday weekend. However, motorists can expect all lanes on I-80 from Highway 20 to Cisco Grove to be narrowed to 11-feet. There are no scheduled lane restrictions on Highway 50.

 

 




LTUSD warning businesses about scam

A company called “School District Publishing” from Riesel, Texas, has been soliciting advertising from businesses claiming they are representing Lake Tahoe Unified School District.

LTUSD officials are warning that this company does not have the authority or the permission of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District to solicit donations, or to sell or market products in the name of or on behalf of the district.




Spring concert at STMS

Lake Tahoe Unified School District’s elementary and middle school spring concerts are May 23.

The free musical events will be in the multipurpose room of South Tahoe Middle School.

Grades 4-6 start at 6pm, and grades 6-8 are at 7:30pm.

 




Workshop geared toward potential school board members

The El Dorado County School Boards Association and the El Dorado County Office of Education will conduct a workshop for prospective school board members on June 4 at the El Dorado County Office of Education. Registration is at 5pm, with the workshop taking place from 5:30-7pm.

The purpose of this workshop is to inform prospective school board members of the duties and responsibilities of school board members.

Local board members and superintendents from various school districts will be on a panel to discuss topics such as time commitment, the Brown Act, policy development, budget responsibilities, and the general role that school boards have in public education today.

Contact Janet Maruniak at (530)295.2217 or email jmaruniak@edcoe.org by May 31 to register for the workshop.

 




Brotherhood motorcycle group putting on weekly event

Motorcyclists of all types are invited to join the Brotherhood MC for Bike Night every Friday starting June 15.

Dinner is $6 per person. Drinks are extra.

Meet at the American Legion Post 795, 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe at 6pm.

The Bike Nights will run through Aug. 31.

 

 




S. Tahoe library plans non-reading events

The South Lake Tahoe library is not just about books.

Friends of the Library in conjunction with Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe are putting a series of events for youth.

June 16: Henna tattoos, origami and snacks.

June 30: Duct tape crafts, and snacks.

July 7: “Muppets” movie and snacks. Create yarn creatures and Gocks.

July 14: “Hugo” movie, snacks and Cubee creations.

Each program begins at 2pm. All are free.

South Lake Tahoe Branch Library is at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd. For more information, call (530) 573.3185.




STHS, WHS, LTCC students singled out by Soroptimist

Soroptimist International South Lake Tahoe handed out several awards on May 23 to area students.

Honorees from South Tahoe High School include Erica Aquino, Jocelyn DeLeon, Ryan Tepper, Samuel Bray, Jason Reum, Kira Smith, Ana Tikhomirova and Tina Tu.

The three honorees from Whittell High School are Eric Ward, Sabrina Swoger and Jenner Felton.

Also five honorees from Lake Tahoe Community College were recognized — Nina Aegerter, Savannah Amos, Truong An Dao, Anna Jones and Brianne Luce.




Snippets about Lake Tahoe

• The Virginia & Truckee Railroad launches its summer season with round-trip trains between Carson City and Virginia City on Memorial Day Weekend.

• Tahoe Figure Skating Club is having a chili fundraiser at Coyote Grill in Round Hill on May 24 from 5-9pm. For more info, email michaelamorgan@avalex.info.

• Alex Leff is now conservation director for Friends of the West Shore.

• The Bicycle Advisory Committee of the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Facilities Joint Powers Authority will meet June 8 at 9am in the Downstairs Conference Room at Lake Tahoe Airport.

• Squaw Valley’s head men’s FIS coach, Konrad Rickenbach, has been named Alpine Domestic Coach of the year by the United States Ski & Snowboard Association.

 




Event geared toward front line staff learning what businesses have to offer

The North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association is hosting its annual Summer Recreation lunch June 7, noon to 3pm, with registration beginning at 11:30am at West Shore Café and Inn in Homewood.

This event is geared to provide insight about summer happenings, including events, festivals and activities, to front line, front desk and concierge employees, along with business owners and managers. Attendees may give a brief presentation at the event, as well as provide 80 brochures or other pieces of collateral to be distributed during the luncheon. This event sells out with approximately 100 attending, so early sign ups are recommended. Deadline to register is June 4. Cost is $29/person.

For more information about the event, to register or provide collateral, call North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce Manager Deanna Frumenti at (530) 581.8764 or deanna@puretahoenorth.com.

 




Reduced fee for one day to throw away large items

Clean Tahoe’s annual Community Cleanup Day is June 2 from 8am-4pm.

Drop off furniture, tires and appliances at the South Tahoe Refuse transfer station (2140 Ruth Ave.) for a discounted price of $5 per truckload for El Dorado County residents on the South Shore, and for $10 for South Shore Nevada residents.

Free secure document shredding and free e-waste disposal is also being offered.

Refrigerators are accepted at the reduced price of $15 per refrigerator.

Vail Resort’s Echo charitable giving program, Clean Tahoe Program is a partner in the program this year.