Elton John and Brad Paisley are going to play at Harveys Outdoor Concert Series. This brings the number of summer concerts to 11 at this venue. More concerts are likely. Elton John returns to the South Shore on Aug. 8 at 8pm. Tickets start at $99.50 and top out at $255.50. Paisley will be in Stateline on […]
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Phoenix is a big fluffy boy who likes his tummy tickled. He is a flame point Himalayan with beautiful long hair that has been clipped because of matting. Phoenix is about 5 years old and he would like an owner who will brush him and give him lots of attention. Phoenix is neutered, microchipped, tested […]
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Sierra Nevada College’s next Writers in the Woods event features Gailmarie Pahmeier and David Lee. Pahmeier’s most recent poetry collection, “The Rural Lives of Nice Girls”, was published by Black Rock Press. Other books include “With Respect for Distance”, “Shake It and It Snows”, and “The House on Breakaheart Road”. A Nevadan for nearly 30 […]
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By Kathryn Reed Flying into the middle of a hurricane – on purpose – seems a little nutty. But that is exactly what scientists with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are paid to do. Diane Marie Stanitski and John J. Adler capture their work in a children’s book called “Teacher in the Air: Dr. […]
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The third annual Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival opens the BaseJam Summer 2015 Outdoor Concert Series at Hard Rock Lake Tahoe. The concert series runs from June 27-Labor Day weekend. It starts with the all-day reggae festival includes co-headliners Iration and Matisyahu. Also performing are the Green, Don Carlos, Fortunate Youth, Vokab Kompany and Squarefield Massive. […]
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By Melinda Myers Get a jump on the growing season by starting your favorite or hard to find plants indoors from seeds. Starting hard to find plants, like many of the heirloom or newly introduced varieties, from seed may be the only way you will be able to add these to your garden. Plus, you’ll […]
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By Kristen Moulton, Salt Lake Tribune The loss of oxygen from living at high altitudes or with chronic health issues can lead to depression. A study from the University of Utah found that female rats living for a week at simulated high altitudes of 10,000 feet, 20,000 feet and 4,500 feet showed signs of depression. […]
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By Hilary Stout, New York Times The long line moves slowly. Clutching baskets of detergent, dental floss and such, the errand-running patrons of Walgreens assume their places with resignation, seeking only to pay and get out the door. But when at last they reach the front, a cashier greets each one with a smile and […]
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By Jake Lowrey People pondering their retirement years often conjure images of spending more time on a favorite pastime or traveling around the country or the world. Health concerns can intrude on those idyllic scenes, though, not only affecting enjoyment of life but also punching a heavy dent in retirement savings. As we age, usually […]
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Tahoe Art League is kicking off the plein air painting season with Dave Russo on April 8. At the monthly meeting he will give a presentation and demonstration for the public. It begins at 6pm at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center. Working in oil and watercolor, Russo create landscapes that capture the beauty and essence of the […]
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