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In Memory Of
Helen Stuart August 19, 1926 - February 19, 2024
Contractors Association of Truckee Tahoe
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Another Spectacular Season in Tahoe
The Memorial Day weekend marks the shift from winter sports to summer fun (although you have one final weekend left to ski in Tahoe). Boating season opens, hiking and biking trails are open, days are longer, Lake Tahoe is warming and all that wonderful winter snow is melting to reveal carpets of wildflowers. Bask in the outdoors, enjoy the start of event season (with a lot of free music), and make the most of your time in the Tahoe Sierra. Boating season begins | Check schedules & learn about the new mandatory decontaminations Plan your stay | Visit the Event Calendar for not-to-be-missed festivals, events, music and more.
LTCC Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence, Raises $40,000 for Promise Program at Anniversary Gala
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) celebrated a historic night by raising $40,000 for student success as more than 230 distinguished guests gathered for its 50th Anniversary Gala at the Tahoe Blue Event Center on Saturday, May 10, 2025.
From CalMatters...
California Lets Students Wear Tribal Regalia at Graduations. Why It’s Still Controversial
Many school districts require students to undergo a lengthy process if they want to wear tribal or other cultural regalia at graduation. A new bill would eliminate those obstacles.
Faced With Budget Woes, Gavin Newsom Wants More Tax Credits for Hollywood
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s latest budget proposal lays out deep cuts to public universities and health care. It also seeks to more than double the tax credits for Hollywood studios — an expansion moving smoothly through the state Legislature.
Tahoe Yacht Club Celebrates 100 Years of Tradition and Community
One of Lake Tahoe's oldest institutions is about to turn 100. On July 10, the Tahoe Yacht Club (TYC) will mark a century since its founding with a summer full of events designed to honor its rich legacy, celebrate its vibrant present, and look ahead to its future.
Bread & Broth’s Second Serving Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Inspired by Father John Grace's desire to help the hungry in our community, Bread & Broth began serving hot meals in 1989 to all who came to St. Theresa Church's Grace Hall for a simple meal. As the organization grew and the need to help feed those still struggling with food insecurity increased, Bread & Broth responded in May of 2010 by offering a second weekly meal consisting of a simple entrée and soup.
Democratic Candidates for California Governor Shy Away From State’s Anti-Oil Crusade
The most interesting moment of Monday’s labor union-sponsored interrogation of seven declared Democratic candidates for governor was their response to a question from the union representing oil refinery workers.
From Los Angeles Times...
Yosemite National Park High Sierra Camps Remain Closed
Because of a lack of availability of potable water and toilets, Yosemite National Park's High Sierra Camps won't be opened this year.
Republican Party Launches Petition Drive for Term Limits on Nevada County Supervisors
On Friday, May 9, Nevada County Elections received a notice of intention to circulate a petition for a proposed ballot measure aimed at establishing term limits for the Board of Supervisors.
New Nonprofit Aims to Strengthen Tahoe-Truckee Community Through Simple Acts of Kindness
A newly launched nonprofit is gaining momentum in the Tahoe-Truckee region, offering neighborly support through simple but meaningful services like friendly visits, rides to the store, and help around the home.
From The Sacramento Bee...
CHP Goes Stealth Mode
The California Highway Patrol is introducing "discreet" Dodge Durangos into their fleet of patrol vehicles.
Is the Secret to Housing Affordability in California Buried in the Building Code?
California lawmakers are considering a bill that would pause updates to state housing standards. Is the building code to blame for California’s housing crisis?
Knockro Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in Bonya Yogurt Parfaits
Fresh & Ready Foods Voluntarily Recalls Ready-to-Eat Sandwiches and Snack Items Sold in Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington Due to Possible Listeria monocytogenes Contamination
Advantage Health Matters Inc Recalls "Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds" Because of Possible Health Risk
Part II of our interview with Julia Gitis, working to bring digital community information bulletin boards to neighborhoods in San Francisco.
Municipalities and counties across California are getting their budgets ready for fiscal year 2025-2026.
Even before the Internet, people were finding ways to communicate online.
California is still preparing for fire season as more communities become Firewise.
All across California, people are working together to protect their neighborhoods, communities and each other.
With spring sprung and the last rains fading into memory, it's Bike Month! And (coincidentally) : public transportation construction projects begin in earnest.
We welcome the warm season with stories of community foundations doing good work ... and more!
California prepares for fire season and California Local forks The Newsletter.
Meet the hippie intellectual who changed the world with the first published photograph of our entire planet.
Elon Musk and his cadre of tech leaders might have us believe that embracing cyberculture means abandoning our planet—and humanity. But the giants upon whose shoulders they stand had a much better idea.
In advance of Earth Day, we consider radical changes to the California Environmental Quality Act, and the surprising history of the Coastal Commission.
A radical overhaul of the California Environmental Quality Act appears imminent. And: Is the era of the big NO already ending?
The California Environmental Quality Act, CEQA, is the state’s signature environmental legislation, and is also often named as the villain in the state’s housing shortage. But the story may not be that simple.
In which we focus on California public education.
Measuring performance of the California public school system is a complicated business. We explain.
Michael Lewis's new book celebrates the heroes of the federal bureaucracy currently under attack.
‘Who is Government?’ An army of selfless individuals working on problems the private sector doesn’t care about.
A law from 1962 mandates the improvement of California government. We explain.
An honest call for overhauling our governments—and an intro a couple of institutions that hold governments accountable.
Civil Grand Juries are a powerful means by which ordinary citizens investigate local governments and provide recommendations for improvement.
Gene E. Mellor June 21, 1942 - February 15, 2024
Jimmie Gale Richardson April 17, 1947 - November 17, 2023
New Business
Formerly known as the Beacon Bar & Grill, The Grove at Camp Richardson Resort opens for lakeside dining March 3.
Mexican-American fusion restaurant, Elements Eatery and Bar opens for dinner service at 3310 Lake Tahoe Blvd in South Lake Tahoe.
Scott Frank Michal was born on January 6, 1976 in Canoga Park, CA, and passed away on February 7, 2024, in South Lake Tahoe, CA.
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