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West Shore sage Miller hits 39th year with Meeks Bay Fire
TAHOMA, Calif. — Ed Miller has lived on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore for over 40 years. → Read More
Living with coyotes at Lake Tahoe
Living in a town so intertwined with nature allows residents to hike desolate trails, ski wide open slopes and swim in crystal clear waters. With the privilege to reside in the wilderness comes the responsibility of sharing with non-human inhabitants.Online apps and websites like Nextdoor have become the hotspot for people sharing their likes, dislikes,… → Read More
Bears found with neurological disorders stump researchers
In 2019, a young bear at Northstar California was found fearlessly approaching visitors, acting very “dog-like” and even stepped on the snowboard and curiously sniffed the snowboarder who was filming it on social media.The bear, who had a prominent head tilt, was very friendly towards people and after being picked up by California Department of… → Read More
Tahoe group to host ‘Trash Talk’ webinar, preview lake cleanup
Local environmental nonprofit Clean Up The Lake is hosting a webinar about its discoveries beneath the surface of Lake Tahoe.Starting at 6 p.m., on Thursday, April 15, CUTL team members and environmental scientist Dr. Zoe Harrold will be discussing the trash removed from the lake last year.The webinar will also have a question and answer… → Read More
Sierra snowpack well below average
The fourth snow survey conducted by the Department of Water Resources at the Phillips Station snow course on Thursday showed that the snowpack is way below average.The manual survey showed 49.5 inches in snow depth and snow water equivalent, or how much water is contained in the snowpack showed 21 inches. These measurements are 83%… → Read More
Guided snowshoe trek under a full ‘Worm Moon’ on Sunday
Tahoe Adventure Company has been back in action since June offering guided tours to locals and tourists alike. → Read More
Tahoe fire agencies working to burn hazardous fuels around basin
Wildfires in California made history in 2020 burning over four million acres. In response Lake Tahoe agencies are ramping up their efforts at reducing the risk of these catastrophic fires. → Read More
Local author publishes book about her experiences in nature
Living in the Tahoe Basin, the wilderness begins in many of our backyards. While many people find comfort and ease being in a city surrounded by people, there are a few who find the natural mystery of the wild to feel like home.In Tahoe, nature can be explored on a daily basis whether it’s an… → Read More
Sellers market continues at Tahoe, transplants here to stay
This past year has been a curveball for real estate in the Lake Tahoe Basin. While prices were already steadily increasing, the pandemic and mass exodus from heavily populated areas that followed, blew up the housing market.Online real estate platforms show historically low inventory along with the skyrocketing prices all around the lake.Real estate brokers… → Read More
Historic Tahoma Market reopens after multi-year renovation
TAHOMA, Calif. — Famous for more than just delicious sandwiches and rich in history, the former PDQ Market and Deli, recently reopened after an intensive two-year renovation. → Read More
Meeks Bay Fire looking to fill 2 board seats
Meeks Bay Fire Protection District currently has two vacant seats on its board of directors. The board of three is looking to fill the seats as soon as possible. → Read More
Some Tahoe churches move back to in person services after court ruling
On Friday, Feb. 6, a Supreme Court ruling lifted some restrictions on the way places of worship such as temples, churches, mosques and synagogues in California hold services during the coronavirus pandemic.The ruling went into effect immediately and as of the following Sunday, many places of worship around the state opened their doors to 25%… → Read More
Tiny bubbles saving Lake Tahoe from invasive weeds
Lake Tahoe is known as the “Jewel of the Sierra,” but one of the biggest threats to that infamous title are aquatic invasive plants, which have run rampant in some parts of the lake. → Read More
Valentine’s Day options around Lake Tahoe
Another yearly tradition, Valentine’s Day, will be a bit different this year. → Read More
Super Bowl Sunday around Lake Tahoe
This year’s Super Bowl will be different than any before and will mark the first time that the game has been played during a global pandemic. → Read More
Frustration grows as vaccine supply not meeting demand
El Dorado County residents and health officials alike are frustrated with the vaccination process.The county has no available vaccines to distribute and is not taking appointment reservations.“We simply don't get the supply to meet the demand,” said Carla Hass, county communications director, during a Tuesday supervisors meeting. “The vaccine supply just isn't there.”Hass said she… → Read More
New plan will reduce wildfire risk, improve forest health at Tahoe
2020 was a record wildfire year as thick smoke filled the air throughout the summer as historic, destructive fires ran rampant in California. → Read More
Despite challenges Sierra Nevada Alliance accomplished goals
For many nonprofits, 2020 presented challenges that forced organizations to adapt and even rethink operations. Despite having to cancel or move fundraising, educational and outreach events to a virtual platform, Sierra Nevada Alliance was able to accomplish their goals.“It’s been stressful, not easy by any means,” said Executive Director Jenny Hatch. “Growth is uncomfortable, but… → Read More
6 places to go ice fishing in Lake Tahoe
Our mountain lakes may be frozen, but underneath the ice there is a whole lot of life swimming around. → Read More
Sierra snowpack lagging but surprises at Phillips Station
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The first snowpack survey of the season near South Lake Tahoe surprised state officials.California Department of Water Resources personnel on Wednesday reported the snowpack to be at 93% of normal for the time of year at Phillips Station, near Sierra-at-Tahoe, but the state average is only 52%.Sean de Guzman, chief… → Read More