Author and local historian Frank Tortorich will share his newest book, “John A. ‘Snowshoe’ Thompson Pioneer Mail Carrier of the Sierra” on June 15 at the South Lake Tahoe Library. It is an account of the legendary life, legacy, and accomplishments of Snowshoe Thompson. The author’s knowledge and understanding of the Sierra emigration era serves […]
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By Zara Kessler, Bloomberg Those basement-dwelling millennials are at it again. In 2014, Americans 18 to 34 years old were a little bit likelier to be living in their parents’ home than with a spouse or partner in their own household, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data, released this […]
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The Broadway smash-hit “Cabaret” is coming to Lake Tahoe Community College June 10-19. “Cabaret” takes place in 1930, with American writer Cliff Bradshaw arriving in Berlin to search for excitement and “something to write about.” He visits the seedy Kit Kat Klub, where the enigmatic emcee, the enticing but self-absorbed singer Sally Bowles, and a […]
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By Larry Weitzman 2016 marks the new Lexus RX 350. And it is almost all new, as about the only carryover is the 3.5L V-6 and even that has changed with more horsepower. Styling has improved in an evolutionary manner. If it looks sleeker, it is as it is 5 inches longer (192.5) and rides […]
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A panel of professionals on June 8 will talk about how to best show and sell art. Panelists include: Dennis Doyle of Fallon, professional photographer; Judith Monroe of Sacramento, mixed media artist; Lee Pollock of South Lake Tahoe, bronze sculptor; Richard Bell Smith of Phoenix, bronze and copper sculptor’ and Tahoe’s Kelly Smith Cassidy, bronze […]
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By Marcella Corona, Reno Gazette-Journal Former Nevada state Sen. Coe Swobe had two passions: nature and helping people. He died Thursday morning of liver failure at the age of 87, but left behind two life-long legacies. In 1969, Swobe brokered the first agreement between then Nevada Gov. Paul Laxalt and California Gov. Ronald Reagan and […]
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Publisher’s note: This is one of several stories about mental health issues in the Lake Tahoe Basin that will be running through October. By Lake Tahoe News Mental illness is a growing problem throughout the country, and Lake Tahoe is not immune to this trend. Barton Health is taking an active role in bringing help […]
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By Melinda Myers No matter your budget, space or gardening experience, you can design an outdoor entertainment area for you, your family and friends to enjoy. Start by gathering ideas from magazines and the Internet for examples of outdoor garden spaces. Next, select an area that is convenient and suitable for your outdoor entertaining. Define […]
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With bears being out in force now, proper food storage and trash disposal is important. There are an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 American black bears living in the Sierra Nevada and sharing habitat with humans. Spring is the time of year when bears emerge from their winter dens in search of food. Bears are attracted to anything […]
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The American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe is hosting a Memorial Day ceremony at 11am May 30 at the Happy Homestead Cemetery, 1261 Johnson Blvd, South Lake Tahoe. After the ceremony, the public is invited to join Legion and Auxiliary members for refreshments at the American Legion Hall, 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Memorial Day honors […]
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