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Delayed Arrival: Folsom Light Rail Project Extends Into November

Service disruptions, bus bridges to continue through Nov. 17 for Folsom area riders

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Tahoe Transportation District Launches Bus in Action Photo Contest

STATELINE, Nev. — The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) announced the launch of the 2024 "Bus in Action" Photo Contest, encouraging riders to share their unique experiences of riding TTD buses. Whether it's a snapshot of your favorite bus stop, your …

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Auto Extrication Training Brings Together Fire Departments From South Lake, Lake Valley, and Cal Fire

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A precarious pile up of vehicles, including a bus donated by Tahoe Transport, was staged by South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue at Welcome's Auto Body and Towing to train fire departments on how to extract …

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Comment on E-Bike Trails in Tahoe National Forest

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The USDA Forest Service, Tahoe National Forest is accepting public comment until Oct. 5 on its proposed Class 1 E-Bike designations on up to 143 miles of Forest Service system trails, according …

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Is There a Solution to Pothole Ridden Roads in Tahoe?

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Whether it's the spilled beverage or a popped tire, residents or those traveling through the Tahoe region have likely encountered pothole and crack ridden roads.

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Folsom to Advance Transit Feasibility Study for Health Services

The Folsom City Council has approved a resolution to advance a study aimed at improving transit connections to health services within the city. During its Aug. 26 meeting, the council authorized the Folsom City Manager to execute agreements with the …

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City Confirms Negotiating Terms for Transit JPA

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The City of South Lake Tahoe has confirmed key negotiation terms at City Council on Aug. 13 regarding a joint powers authority with El Dorado County for transit in South Lake.

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Lake Tahoe Airport’s Next 20 Years Discussed at City Council

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – After differing remarks at City Council on Tuesday, August 13, City of South Lake Tahoe councilmembers approved a recommended Airport Master Plan, sending the plan to environmental review.

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Local Pilots Soar in Air Race Classic, Securing Second Place in First Attempt

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Local pilots Sarah Krammen from Truckee and Raj Karwa from Incline Village secured second place in the 47th annual Air Race Classic (ARC), competing against 48 teams and approximately 125 women pilots. Held from June 18-21, the …

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Weekend Bus Service Begins in Folsom

Starting the Sunday SacRT is making significant improvements to bus service in Folsom to serve the community better.

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Transportation Secretary Gives an ‘Optimistic Outlook’ on the Fight Against Climate Change

ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. – As the keynote speaker at the 28th annual Lake Tahoe Summit on Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg spoke about what the Biden-Harris Administration has done to invest in transit, trails, and technology.

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Tahoe Transportation District Hosts Public Workshop on Short-Range Transit Plan

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) held its first public workshop for the Short-Range Transit Plan (SRTP) on Tuesday, Aug. 6. The session provided insights into the district's plans for 2024-2029 and sought community feedback on future …

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Six New Diesel-Electric Hybrid Buses Coming to Lake Tahoe

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 fleet …

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