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09/07/2023

The Truckee Donner Land Trust is putting nearly $2.5 million in forestry grants to pursue hundreds of acres of forest health projects that will improve wildlife habitat and drought resiliency and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire.

09/07/2023

As part of the North Tahoe Community Alliance’s Community Vitality and Economic Health Investment Program, 17 projects and programs that benefit residents, businesses and visitors in the areas of workforce housing, transportation, trails and tourism mitigation services were selected to …

09/07/2023

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

09/07/2023

Lights in the Sky Drone Show RESCHEDULED Join the North Tahoe Business Association for a special way to kick off Labor Day weekend with the Lights in the Sky Drone Show. This event will also...

09/06/2023

As managing director, Priemer will oversee the daily operations of the 405-room resort, including the on-site spa, more than 47,000 square feet of functional meeting space, championship golf course and multiple on-site restaurants.

09/06/2023

The Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation released a summary of work done over the summer in a quarterly report, which highlights grants, scholarships and community reports.

09/06/2023

Nevada County Public Health Department is seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases as reported by health care providers and congregate care settings. This is mirroring what is reported statewide in wastewater surveillance and hospital reports and is driven by new …

09/05/2023

TRUCKEE, Calif. – In the midst of the traditional wildfire season, the Truckee Fire Protection District has contracted SWCA Environmental Consultants to update and expand the Truckee Fire Community Wildfire Protection Plan, also known as...

09/05/2023

We've written about the Good Samaritan law before primarily because I want to encourage people to help others whenever possible without fear of being successfully sued. Costco Gas Station Fist Fight My only minor beef...

09/05/2023

TART Connect will be operating every day from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., and TART Night Service to Northstar is suspended through fall but will restart with winter service.

09/05/2023

OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. – The ultimate Village battle is back at The Village at Palisades Tahoe, as six restaurants and six bands face off for the ultimate supremacy for "Best Wings" and "Best Band." On September...

09/05/2023

TAHOE VISTA, Calif. – Experience the joy of Sukkot with friends, family, and the community at the North Tahoe Hebrew Congregation's Brisket and Brews Sukkot Fall Festival.  Experience delicious food, beer, a farmer's market, live...

09/04/2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As the popularity of electric bikes continues to skyrocket, the California Highway Patrol is launching an online e-bike safety and training program to help keep commuters and recreational cyclists safe. "With the...

09/03/2023

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – Oktoberfest in Tahoe City is a unique festive fall celebration that welcomes ALL ages. Experience the ultimate lakeside Oktoberfest celebration at Gatekeeper's Museum/ William B. Layton State Park in Tahoe City,...

09/03/2023

The Morales family of Truckee (*names in this story have been changed to protect privacy) became homeless in 2021 due to unemployment. Tom and Cindy worked in the service industry and could not recover from...

09/03/2023

TRUCKEE, Calif. – A Singletack Mind, a local mountain bike organization, has partnered with Sierra College Community Education to host a four week mountain bike skills clinic in Truckee. Each Tuesday, starting September 5, participants...

09/03/2023

Let's face it...Tahoe pets live the best life. Between the lakes, rivers, mountains, hiking trails, and outdoor accessibility, there's nothing to complain about with our dogs and other types of beloved furry friends. Giving them...

09/02/2023

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Join the Truckee Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, for Good Morning Truckee with an update from their Educational Partners. starting at 8 a.m. In September, Good Morning Truckee will...

09/02/2023

When it comes to climate change, sometimes it feels like we can't see the forest for the trees — the smoldering, wildfire-ravaged trees. Public attention has been consumed this summer by shocking climate impacts. Acrid...

09/02/2023

Tahoe is a mountain bikers' paradise. With seemingly endless networks of trails — often just a short ride from your home or hotel — there's always an epic day of riding ahead of you. And...

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