Sonora runner wins age group in marathon Oct 3, 2008
Sonora resident Mike Miller finished second in his age group and eighth overall in the annual Lake Tahoe Marathon ... 2 miles between South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe City. (The Union Democrat)
Budget mess no match for GOP golf tournament Sep 21, 2008
While legislators were trying to work out a budget deal in Sacramento last week, some bigwig Republican lawmakers were hosting a lobster barbecue and golf tournament for lobbyists, lawyers and friends on the shores of Lake Tahoe. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Golf managers part of Chinese delegation touring Nevada Sep 19, 2008
The weeklong trip to Nevada that was wrapping up Friday included stops at Lake Tahoe, Reno, Virginia City, West Wendover, Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon. "This is a historic tourism visit that heralds great potential economic benefits for Nevada," Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki said. (Fresno Bee -- State)
New Geomorphological Index Created For Studying Active Tectonics Of Mountains Sep 16, 2008
11, 2004) University of Nevada, Reno researchers have for the first time recorded a cluster of nearly 1,600 small earthquakes 20 miles beneath Lake Tahoe -- the world's second-largest alpine. (Sep. (Science Daily)
"Palin pandemonium" in Nevada Sep 15, 2008
Yet he had to come out to see Palin from his vacation home in nearby South Lake Tahoe, since she's the first "common person" he's seen rise to this level in politics. "I love her. Everyone can identify with her -- a working person.". (Salon)
Locals mourn loss of tanker crew Sep 13, 2008
Shortly after its return to Reno-Stead from fighting the Hope Fire, near Lake Tahoe, Air Tanker 09 was dispatched to drop fire retardant on the Smitty Fire in Westpoint, Calif. The mission was canceled soon after takeoff, officials said, but it s unclear whether the crew of the 09 ever got word of the cancellation. (Santa Maria Times)
Bear Complaints Down At Lake Tahoe Sep 8, 2008
-- Complaints about bears are sharply down at Lake Tahoe this year, and experts think it's because of wetter weather that produced more of the bruins' natural food sources. Nevada Department of Wildlife biologist Carl Lackey said his agency is expected to log a few hundred complaints all year compared with several hundred a month last year. (KCRA 3, CA)
Lakes brace for mussel invasion Sep 8, 2008
Adult quaggas have been found in reservoirs near San Diego, in central Colorado and, in August on a boat about to be hoisted into Lake Tahoe in northern Nevada. Once established, quaggas do two things: eat and make more quaggas. (AZCentral -- News)
Prepared Remarks of Assistant Attorney General Ronald J. Tenpas at Historic Water Rights Signing Ceremony Sep 7, 2008
This agreement is historic because it will bring to a close the often-contentious litigation that has long divided these waters, and those of Lake Tahoe, and will promote future cooperation in the use of this precious natural resource ... The Water Rights Settlement Act puts the implementation of TROA squarely on the path to Congress's approval of the interstate allocation of the waters of the Truckee and Carson Rivers, and of Lake Tahoe. (PR Newswire)
Assistant Attorney General Ronald J. Tenpas to Participate in Historic Signing Ceremony with Secretary of the Interior Kempthorne, Sen. Harry Reid and Other Dignitaries Sep 6, 2008
The implementation of the agreement is also an essential step to final congressional approval of the interstate allocation of the Truckee River, Carson River and Lake Tahoe between the states of California and Nevada, and fulfills the requirements of the Settlement Act for the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe of Indians. The Truckee River Operating Agreement removes no water rights and benefits all users by ensuring efficient coordination of the operation of the reservoirs for the purposes of storage,... (PR Newswire)
'Holidays (Are) on Us' This Winter from Vail Resorts Sep 6, 2008
The Company's subsidiaries operate the mountain resort properties at the Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone mountain resorts in Colorado, the Heavenly Ski Resort in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada and the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyo. The Company's subsidiary RockResorts, a luxury resort hotel company, manages properties across the United States and the Caribbean. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tanker call canceled around time of fatal takeoff Sep 3, 2008
It had made one flight over a different fire in California's Hope Valley south of Lake Tahoe on Monday morning and then returned to the Stead airport, where it remained until the fatal crash. "They were fully fueled and did have a full load of retardant as well," Bonesteel said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Firefighting plane crashes, killing 3 Sep 2, 2008
Witnesses say plane lost part of engine or wing near Lake Tahoe ... The twin-engine tanker had been fighting a wildfire earlier in the day that had forced evacuations over the weekend south of Lake Tahoe. (MSNBC -- Race)
3 killed in firefighting plane crash Sep 2, 2008
was being used Monday to fight a wildfire that had forced evacuations during the weekend in California's Alpine County near Hope Valley south of Lake Tahoe, Frady said ... The fire south of Lake Tahoe had covered about 150 acres and was estimated to be 30% contained late Monday. (USA Today -- News)
Welcome To Camp Rich Aug 31, 2008
Step back in time at Lake Tahoe's 'Camp Rich. Article:Step back in time at Lake Tahoe's 'Camp Rich':/c/a/2008/08/29/TRP11233OJ.DTL Article:Step back in time at Lake Tahoe's 'Camp Rich':/c/a/2008/08/29/TRP11233OJ.DTL ... Step back in time at Lake Tahoe's 'Camp Rich. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Rainwater Collectors Work To Ease Shortages Aug 31, 2008
Te 2007 idea houses in San Francisco and Lake Tahoe collected rainwater, as will this year's idea house in Monterey. "We're going to see a lot more design features for recycled water and rainwater catchment," said Dave Walls, executive director of the California Building Standards Commission, which in July adopted new building codes for the state requiring new buildings to strictly conserve water. (CBS News -- US)
Yellowstone Club Divorcee Entangled in Terrorist Software Suits Using FBI Aug 30, 2008
Drexel paid a $650 million penalty for securities law violations and went bankrupt in 1990, and Trepp left for Lake Tahoe ... In September 2003, Gibbons was shown a demonstration of eTreppid's technology at the Lake Tahoe home of a member of the Yellowstone Club, according to Flynn. (Bloomberg)
William Bill’ Tisher Aug 27, 2008
Bill s love of Lake Tahoe, gave him the desire to share the physical beauty of the lake and surrounding mountains. The high Sierra peaks, valleys, meadows, streams and small lakes were made more accessible through Bill s knowledge of the Tahoe Basin and his willingness to devote his time to develop the Tahoe Rim Trail. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Choosing a Chapel & Getting Married... Aug 23, 2008
Choose a wedding chapel, get your license at the Washoe County courthouse, and then get married in Reno, Sparks, or Lake Tahoe. Valentine's Day, the most romantic day of the year, is the most popular day to get married in Reno, Sparks, and Lake Tahoe ... Several different, unique chapels throughout the Reno, Lake Tahoe area ensure the perfect wedding for any taste and budget. (Suite101.com)
Sports Fodder: Lippincott deserves more national recognition Aug 23, 2008
Gene Upshaw, who died at his home in Lake Tahoe this week after suffering from pancreatic cancer, was truly one of the greatest men that the NFL has even known. As a Raider, Upshaw was one of the best offensive linemen in the history of the game. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
WWU picked third in GNAC coaches poll Aug 20, 2008
Lorenzo Arenas (6-2, 265, Sr., Medford, OR - C. of the Siskiyous) has been moved from the defensive side and will join returning starter Adam Fountain (6-3, 289, Sr., S. Lake Tahoe, CA) at tackle. At center, redshirt Taylor Boggs (6-3, 275, So. (Wwuvikings.com)
Schwarzenegger injures knee Aug 17, 2008
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif ... The governor had been scheduled to co-host a climate change summit in South Lake Tahoe, but Sen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Feds authorize $54M for Lake Tahoe restoration Aug 17, 2008
Dianne Feinstein said Saturday she will seek an extension of a decade-old program to preserve Lake Tahoe's cobalt blue waters, while Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne authorized another $54 million in funding for conservation projects. Feinstein said she will seek a second phase of the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act, a $1 billion program launched in 1997 that she credited with making the lake clearer, reducing sediment, restoring streams and cutting pollution ... told more than 100 people gathered... (Fresno Bee -- State)
California: Schwarzenegger injures knee, skips summit Aug 17, 2008
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is having one knee examined at a hospital after apparently suffering a torn meniscus in his knee. He had been scheduled to attend a summit on climate change in South Lake Tahoe but pulled out at the last minute Saturday. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Lindsey Buckingham Announces Fall Tour to Begin Aug 14, 2008
Source: Reprise Records. Singer-Songwriter/Guitarist Touring in Support of New Solo Album Gift of Screws, Due Out September 16th, 2008 on Reprise Records. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Palo Alto resident identified as Nevada plane crash victim Aug 13, 2008
The Washoe County coroner's office today identified Doyle John Borchers III, a 41-year-old Stanford neurosurgeon, as the man who was killed last week in a small plane crash near Lake Tahoe. The aircraft, a Cessna 172, left the Palo Alto Airport at about 8:10 p.m. Thursday and was heading to Reno, Nev. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Lake Tahoe is almost a surreal experience Aug 12, 2008
Add Lake Tahoe to list of places to see before you die ... But if you happen to be drifting in a sea kayak on mirror-smooth Lake Tahoe, there are no solid objects ... Mountains across Lake Tahoe are in the Desolation Wilderness Area. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Labor Day air and lodging packages Aug 9, 2008
First-time visitors will soon discover what enthusiasts already know: The Biggest Little City in the World, with its proximity to the Sierra Nevada mountains, historic mining towns and sapphire waters of alpine Lake Tahoe, not to mention the burgeoning downtown arts district, delivers entertainment in spades. You can stay in the heart of the action with this Labor Day package through Expedia: roundtrip air from Los Angeles plus three nights at Siena Hotel Spa Casino priced from $373. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Harrah's Entertainment Reports 2008 Second-Quarter Global Results Aug 9, 2008
8)% Other Nevada properties include Harrah's Reno, Harrah's Lake Tahoe, Harveys Lake Tahoe, Bill's Casino and Harrah's Laughlin ... 3)% Other Nevada properties include Harrah's Reno, Harrah's Lake Tahoe, Harveys Lake Tahoe and Bill's Casino ... As of the Merger date, the CMBS properties were Harrah's Las Vegas, Rio, Flamingo Las Vegas, Harrah's Atlantic City, Showboat Atlantic City, Harrah's Lake Tahoe, Harveys Lake Tahoe and Bill's Lake Tahoe. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Web Watch: Find fishing spots, the best hotel rooms Aug 8, 2008
Searches are intrastate only, so a query for Lake Tahoe, for instance, only shows facilities on the California or Nevada side, but not both. Ben Abramson. (USA Today -- Travel)
Ex-managing e00004000ditor of Reno newspapers Delaplane dies at 79 Aug 6, 2008
An avid golfer and duplicate bridge player, he once scored a hole in one in a Harrah's Lake Tahoe golf tournament. (Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. (KRNV.com, NV)
Sierra Pacific Resources' Board of Directors Declares Quarterly Dividend Aug 5, 2008
Headquartered in Nevada, Sierra Pacific Resources is a holding company whose principal subsidiaries are Nevada Power Company, the electric utility for most of southern Nevada, and Sierra Pacific Power Company, the electric utility for most of northern Nevada and the Lake Tahoe area of California. Sierra Pacific Power Company also distributes natural gas in the Reno-Sparks area of northern Nevada. (PR Newswire)
* Singh wins his first World Golf Championship Aug 5, 2008
The 29-year-old tied the course record with a 10-under 62 on Friday and set a 54-hole record at 20-under at the 6,832m Montreux Golf ry Club near Lake Tahoe. But he had to scramble his way to the US$540,000 winners check after hitting only four greens in regulation for the day. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Sexiest places to elope Aug 2, 2008
The myriad ski resorts and public parks perched over crystal-clear Lake Tahoe mean scenic views are standard with any Reno marriage ceremony. And getting a license is as easy as popping into the Reno courthouse, which conveniently stays open from 8 a.m. until midnight every day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Scenic Tahoe Enclave Becomes Public Land Aug 2, 2008
-- A scenic 750-acre enclave in the Lake Tahoe Basin, once a Nevada version of California's Bohemian Club for the rich and powerful, is now in the public's hands. U.S. Forest Service officials said the government assumed ownership Wednesday of Incline Lake and surrounding forest land after paying $46 million to the Incline Lake Corp.. (KCRA 3, CA)
McCain raises about $500,000 at Tahoe Jul 31, 2008
INCLINE VILLAGE (AP) -- A fundraiser at Lake Tahoe attended by Republican presidential candidate John McCain has netted about $500,000. More than 100 people attended the private event Tuesday afternoon at the Incline Village home of Jan and Bob Davidson, a pioneering couple in the children's computer software industry. (KRNV.com, NV)
Long Haul - Law student specializes in ultramarathons Jul 30, 2008
The two-loop, 100-mile course situated along Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada features 22,000 feet of cumulative elevation change ranging from 6,800 feet to 9,214 feet. When the starting gun sounded, Wolfe began casually with a group of six or seven other headlamp-sporting runners. (Missoulian, MT)
Nevada Supreme Court ruling favors Tahoe taxpayers Jul 28, 2008
A lower court ruling was upheld Friday that rolled back taxes for a group of Lake Tahoe residents involved in a six-year battle over their land and property values. The Nevada Supreme Court decision favors dozens of Incline Village and Crystal Bay homeowners stating their assessments were determined in an unconstitutional manner. (KRNV.com, NV)
Bright Tahoe Nights Jul 27, 2008
The view from the setting - 2,000 feet above Lake Tahoe - is nearly as spectacular as the celestial sights. At least it was until the sun went down and it got very, very dark. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Anita Isabella D. Stancil Jul 27, 2008
In Oakland, she worked at Cardinet Candy Co. At Lake Tahoe, she worked in a laundry. During her stay at Lake Tahoe, her uncle and father were captains of the steamers Tahoe and Nevada. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
7 Sierra lakes to remove fish to save frogs Jul 25, 2008
The frog, a candidate for listing under the Endangered Species Act, is no longer found at Tamarack, Cagwin, Ralston, Lucille, Margery, Jabu and LeConte lakes in the wilderness area west of Lake Tahoe. Biologists hope getting rid of nonnative trout will restore the waters' once frog-friendly habitat, and the amphibians will make the leap from other areas in the nearby Eldorado National Forest. (KRNV.com, NV)
FDNY Firefighter Drowns Jul 25, 2008
FDNY firefighter Martin Simmons, 41, died in Lake Tahoe trying to save his 10-year-old son from drowning. FDNY Firefighter Drowns In Lake Tahoe, Nevada. (WNBC.com, NY)
Local hero rescues bear cub Jul 23, 2008
It was just as a precaution, he said, even though no documented cases of humans getting rabies from bears exist, according to staff at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, where the six-month-old cub now resides. "It's okay, (rabies treatment) is not as painful as it used to be," Deem said. (The Union Democrat)
Northern Nevada under flash flood watch Jul 22, 2008
(AP) -- Flash flood watches are in effect for all of northern Nevada and the Lake Tahoe region. The National Weather Service says daytime heating Monday combined with moisture from the southwest could create thunderstorms and possibly heavy rainfall. (KRNV.com, NV)
Killings in 'the biggest little city' Jul 19, 2008
The following summer the couple got married in an intimate ceremony in nearby Lake Tahoe. Chris Broughton: It was very obvious that they were deeply in love. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Condominium Resorts Now Available Worldwide for Pennies on the Dollar Jul 19, 2008
This program allows non timeshare owners the opportunity to stay at resorts worldwide including the Hawaiian Islands, Mexican resorts in Cabo San Lucas, Cancun, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta; ski resorts in Lake Tahoe, the Canadian Rockies, and the Utah and Colorado mountains; villas in Spain, Italy, France, and England; destination resorts in Southern California, Arizona, Branson, Dallas, Orlando, and Daytona Beach; picturesque locations in Massachusetts, New York, and the upper east coast.... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Heavy rains complicate firefighting efforts Jul 15, 2008
Just to the south, a pair of blazes burning in the foothills west of Lake Tahoe were sending plumes of smoke toward the alpine resort area. The soot was sporadic, but air quality was so bad it prompted the cancellation of the annual Donner Lake Triathlon. (Montana Standard, MT)
Theyre out! The first iPhone 3G reviews Jul 15, 2008
Posted By Rob, Lake Tahoe, NV : July 10, 2008 11:23 am. While the iPhone is slick and finally catching up. (CNNMoney.com)
MLB All-Star Kenny Lofton Unleashes 335-Yard Drive to Win Korbel Long Drive Competition at Lake Tahoe Jul 14, 2008
The competition was held on July 11, 2008 as part of the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship in Lake Tahoe, NV. (PRNewsFoto/Korbel) GUERNEVILLE, CA UNITED STATES ... The competition is a featured event at the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship, currently being played at the Edgewood Golf Course in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. (PR Newswire)
Canadians take up search for Steve Fossett Jul 14, 2008
They are all set to scour a 38-square- mile sector of rugged terrain on the eastern flank of the Sierra, halfway between Yosemite and the Lake Tahoe region ... The search area radiated from Hilton's remote Flying M Ranch - about 50 miles due east of Lake Tahoe in the Nevada desert - a private playground for wealthy aviators. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Michael Jordan, Tony Romo, John Elway and Other Superstars Show Off Celebratory Skills Jul 13, 2008
Michael Jordan, surrounded by hundreds of fans gave them something to cheer about with his stylish champagne spray during the first-ever "Korbel Champagne Celebrity Spray-Off" in Lake Tahoe where he played in the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship. (PRNewsFoto/Korbel) LAKE TAHOE, NV UNITED STATES ... Two-time Super Bowl Champion, John Elway showed off his celebratory champagne spray when he participated in the "Korbel Champagne Celebrity Spray-Off" as part of the American Century... (PR Newswire)
Free Tourist Attractions Jul 13, 2008
I'd add Lake Tahoe, the Amalfi Drive in Italy and the Mosel Valley. -- Urban parks and districts: Again, by their nature, they're free. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Missing Pilot Remembered By Family Jul 7, 2008
KOLO Featured Events. Veterinarians, a Pet's Best Friend. (KOLO)
Senator Reid met with officials to discuss this year's fire season Jul 4, 2008
From the Lake Tahoe basin to Nevada's vast rangelands, Reid was told that agencies and communities are joining together in a collaborative effort to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildland fires ... Reid, who helped bring national attention to Lake Tahoe by orchestrating the first presidential forum on the basin's fragile ecosystem in 1997, says Tahoe remains one of his biggest concerns. (KRNV.com, NV)
Haysbert: Prez role on `24' may have helped Obama Jul 3, 2008
Haysbert, who now stars on "The Unit" on CBS, made his comments to reporters during a teleconference call promoting the upcoming American Century Celebrity Golf Championship at Lake Tahoe. Haysbert, who also played Nelson Mandela in the 2007 film "Goodbye Bafana," said his role as President Palmer seemed to "confuse people" who would approach him on the street "every day, almost every hour, and ask me to run.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Health alert issued over wildfire smoke Jun 30, 2008
The decision disappointed 370 runners who had traveled from as far away as Africa for the annual race from Squaw Valley at Lake Tahoe to Auburn in the Sierra foothills. In Sonoma County, the limited visibility kept the Energizer Bunny and dozens of other colorful hot air balloons from lifting off during Saturday's Hot Air Balloon Classic in Windsor. (CNN -- US)
Farmers' Markets in No. Nevada Jun 25, 2008
Shop for the Freshest Produce Around Reno, Sparks, and Lake Tahoe ... Lake Tahoe residents can also shop at their own market, located on the SouthShore in Stateline at the American Legion Hall Parking Lot, located at 2732 South Lake Tahoe Blvd. (Hwy 50). (Suite101.com)
Lightning sparks wildfires in Calif. Jun 23, 2008
Tomorrow will mark the one-year anniversary of the catastrophic Lake Tahoe wildfire near California's border with Nevada. The fire destroyed 254 homes, caused $140 million in property damage, and scorched nearly 5 square miles. (Boston Globe)
California firefighters battle hundreds of blazes Jun 23, 2008
Near the Nevada border, authorities said Sunday that they are studying a "person of interest" in last summer's catastrophic Lake Tahoe wildfire but lack enough evidence to make an arrest. Tuesday will mark the one-year anniversary of the blaze, which destroyed 254 homes, caused $140 million in property damage and scorched nearly 5 square miles. (Albany Times Union)
Nevada Beats California In Tahoe Boat Race Jun 23, 2008
Nevada edged California on Sunday in an annual sternwheeler race that helps kick off the summer tourist season at Lake Tahoe ... The Dixie now enjoys an 8-5 series lead in the competition over a six-mile course off South Lake Tahoe that's billed as the only sternwheeler race west of the Mississippi River ... The race capped the fourth annual Opening Days Lake Tahoe celebration over the weekend. (KCRA 3, CA)
Deals on Independence Day family getaways Jun 21, 2008
Where: Lake Tahoe, Calif. Why: Because colorful fireworks are even more spectacular against the stunning backdrop of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountains. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Lake in the Sky Airshow at Tahoe Jun 20, 2008
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Lake Tahoe Airport with an Airshow ... The , a 19-year tradition at South Lake Tahoe, happens June 28, 2008, offering everything from aerobatics to a chili cook-off ... The event takes place at the Lake Tahoe Airport, just on the outskirts of South Lake Tahoe. (Suite101.com)
Hikers Died In Wilderness Before Search Began Jun 11, 2008
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif ... It was the first day that he and 78-year-old Jerome Smith set out for a four-day backpacking trip in Desolation Wilderness just west of Lake Tahoe. (KSBW 8, CA)
Second Camper Found Dead Near Eagle Lake Jun 8, 2008
Hylton was found dead of natural causes Friday at a campsite in the Desolation Wilderness, about a mile south of Eagle Lake and just west of Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay. The two men from Lincoln were reported overdue Thursday from a trip along the crest of the Sierra Nevada. (KCRA 3, CA)
July is Artown in Reno Nevada Jun 7, 2008
Celebrate the arts in Reno, Sparks and Lake Tahoe with many events. Every July, Reno, Sparks, and Lake Tahoe celebrate everything "arty" with the Reno is Artown Festival. (Suite101.com)
