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LTUSD Responds to Post-Election Threats

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – School districts across the country have been receiving reports of potential threats following the election.

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Soroptimist International Now Accepting Applications for Two Grant/Scholarship Programs to Empower Women

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Soroptimist International announced that applications are now open for two impactful grant and scholarship programs aimed at supporting women in their pursuit of education and training.

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Truckee Chamber of Commerce Hosts November Lunch & Learn: Maximize Your Chamber Membership Benefits

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Truckee Chamber of Commerce announced its November Lunch & Learn, a valuable opportunity for members to explore all the benefits available through their Truckee Chamber membership. This informative session is perfect for new members, those looking …

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Applications Now Open for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District Hall of Distinction

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Lake Tahoe Unified School District is accepting applications for inductees to the prestigious LTUSD District Hall of Distinction. This esteemed award honors former students, employees, and major contributors/volunteers who have made significant contributions in areas …

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Tahoe Youth Action Team Holds Second Voter Registration Drive at Truckee High School

TRUCKEE, Calif., – With 20 days to go until election day, the Tahoe Youth Action Team (TYAT) made an effort to ensure that as many eligible Truckee High students as possible were ready to vote. Dedicated to climate action through …

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Voters to Decide on a Local Ballot Measure to Repair Schools

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. – Much of the election talk this season in South Lake Tahoe has surrounded Measure N, the controversial vacancy tax measure, but there is another measure on the ballot that some are hoping everyone can agree …

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Nevada County Supervisors Uphold Planning Commission Decision on Mixed-Use Development

NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. – The Nevada County Board of Supervisors met on Oct. 8 to discuss significant developments, including the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) for the new Truckee Library and an appeal regarding a proposed mixed-use development.

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Sierra College Fall 2024 Semester Begins With Largest Enrollment in Five Years

ROCKLIN, Calif. – Sierra College announced the start of the Fall 2024 semester, which began on August 19, with an impressive enrollment of over 19,000 students – an 11% increase from Fall 2023 and the highest enrollment since 2018.

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Tahoe Expedition Academy Gear Market Is Back

TRUCKEE, Calif. —Tahoe Expedition Academy announced the return of its annual Gear Market fundraiser event to celebrate the start of the new school year and give families a chance to purchase everything they'd need at low costs—from camping gear and …

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Gateway Mountain Center’s 4Roots Youth Wellness Center in Full Swing for the School Year

TRUCKEE, Calif. — School is back in session and Gateway Mountain Center's 4Roots Youth Wellness Center is ready to welcome students for the 2024/25 school year! Whether it's at lunch, during a free period, or after school, 4Roots is steps …

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Bread & Broth 4 Kids Resumes School Year Weekend Food Program

On Friday, September 6th, Bread & Broth resumes their B&B 4 Kids School Year Weekend Food Bag program. Weekend food bags are distributed every Friday at all five pre-K through 8th grade schools in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District …

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New Restaurants Added to Dining for Schools Program

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Tahoe Truckee Excellence in Education Foundation's popular fundraising program, Dining for Schools, returns on Sept. 22 with the addition of two new participating restaurants—Wild Pine at Northstar California Resort and Best Pies Pizzeria & Restaurant. Additionally, …

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El Dorado Community Foundation Opens Its Fall Consolidated Grant Cycle

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – On August 30, nonprofit organizations and public school programs are welcome to apply to the following grants so long as:

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Excellence in Education Foundation Honors Outstanding Teachers and Staff

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Excellence in Education Foundation proudly announced the recipients of the 2024-2025 Linda Brown Fellows and Star Awards at the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District (TTUSD) Back to School Convocation held on Aug. 23. The event, which …

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Lake Tahoe Unified School District Will Be Serving Free Meals for All Students at Some Schools

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Lake Tahoe Unified School District announced its policy for serving meals to students under the Provision 2 / Universal Meals program for the 2024-2025 school year.

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School Board Approves Emergency Resolution for North Tahoe High Repairs

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – During the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District's Aug. 14 board meeting, an emergency resolution was approved to repair water damages to the roof and parts of the building at North Tahoe High School.

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Building Together: Community Feedback Inspires Truckee Regional Library Design

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Core Partners (Nevada County, Town of Truckee, and Friends of the Truckee Library) announced the successful completion of the first round of community input for the new Truckee Regional Library design. The remarkable turnout, with approximately …

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Truckee Gears Up for First Annual ‘Stuff the Bus’ Event to Support Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District Students

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Truckee is set to launch its first "Stuff the Bus" event, a collaborative effort spearheaded by the Rotary Club of Truckee, Truckee Sunrise Rotary, and Sierra Community House. This community-driven initiative will take place on Friday, Aug. …

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Nevada County Office of Emergency Services Kicks-Off Youth Emergency Preparedness Week

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 …

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Art Club’s Mural Celebrates Donner Lake and Changing Seasons at Truckee High

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Over the last few weeks of school, the halls of Truckee High School have been buzzing with excitement as students waited for the Art Club to unveil their latest masterpiece. The piece was officially unveiled on Thursday, …

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