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08/01/2024

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — The Water Education Foundation's "Sierra Headwaters Tour" concluded on Friday, July 26, wrapping up multiple days of educational seminars about Tahoe Basin water issues.

08/01/2024

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The 21st Annual Downtown Truckee Wine, Walk & Shop is seeking sponsors and participants for this year's event on Oct. 5 from noon to 4 p.m. This premier event attracts nearly 1,000 locals and visitors who enjoy …

08/01/2024

There is no doubt that the crisp mountain air, the smell of pine and views of the lakes and mountains make for a perfect backdrop for live music. All summer long musicians from all genres will be performing in Tahoe …

08/01/2024

To try and decide each week where and what to eat in and around the basin can be a challenge – there are so many amazing choices. In this feature we'll dive into dishes that will surely satisfy those hunger …

07/31/2024

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – Placer County Environmental Health, the California Tahoe Conservancy, and NTPUD are pleased to report that water quality tests taken over recent days at Carnelian West Beach show that bacteria levels have returned to a normal range …

07/31/2024

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Early on the morning of July 31, the Truckee Fire Protection District responded to a residential structure fire in the Tahoe Donner area. Initial reports indicated uncertainty regarding the occupancy status of the home and concerns that …

07/31/2024

Northern Nevada Public Health's (NNPH) Air Quality Management Division (AQMD) has issued a Stage 1 Emergency Episode due to smoke from the Park Fire in Northern California. The air quality index (AQI) for the Reno-Sparks Area is forecasted to be …

07/31/2024

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit announced the selection of Rosalie Herrera as the permanent Deputy Forest Supervisor for the Lake Tahoe Basin.

07/31/2024

After 18 years of service to the North Tahoe area, Tahoe Librarian Anne Greenwood has retired. Greenwood's career with the Placer County Library began in 2006 at the Tahoe City Library where she worked for five years before becoming the …

07/31/2024

TRUCKEE, Calif. – More than 50 people turned out for a special reception to celebrate the winners in the Town of Truckee's first-ever "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" photo contest that was held last Friday, July 26, at the …

07/30/2024

PENN VALLEY, Calif. – A 43-year-old Penn Valley man was arrested late Monday night by a CAL FIRE Law Enforcement Officer, assisted by Nevada County Sheriff's Office. The man was arrested after he was seen fleeing the area of multiple …

07/30/2024

The clarity of Lake Tahoe's famed blue waters in 2023 continued its years-long trend of improving during the winter and deteriorating during the summer. The annual clarity report, released today by the University of California, Davis – Tahoe Environmental Research …

07/30/2024

TRUCKEE, Calif. – For Nevada County to be wildfire resilient and disaster-ready it will take all of us. This is something the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services has recognized, having worked to identify gaps in disaster preparedness with their …

07/30/2024

Living in the beautiful Sierra foothills community of Nevada City for over 40 years has its benefits as an artist. Regularly traveling the west coast and experiencing the diverse landscapes of California are also added fuel to LeeAnn Brook's heart …

07/30/2024

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./ Nev. – The Tahoe Transportation District received $7.9 million in federal funding for six new 35-foot diesel-electric hybrid buses that should be operating around Lake Tahoe in about two years. The additions to the quieter green bus …

07/29/2024

OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. – The Olympic Valley Public Service District Board of Directors will be meeting on Tuesday, July 30 at 8:30 a.m. at 305 Olympic Valley Road. 

07/29/2024

If you lived in or visited the Truckee area at any point since 1974, then chances are you've visited (or at least heard about) the 10 feet wide by 62 feet long experience that is the Squeeze In. Serving up …

07/29/2024

TRUCKEE, Calif. – As the popularity of golf surges, Lake Tahoe's junior golf programs are leading the way, nurturing the next generation of golfers. These initiatives go beyond improving skills on the greens; they instill life lessons that extend into …

07/28/2024

NEVADA CITY, Calif. – Nevada County Public Works invites you to a public meeting about the Local Road Safety Plan on Monday, Aug. 5 at 3 p.m. at the Eric Rood Administrative Center, 950 Maidu Ave, Nevada City. Staff use …

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