Sierra Sun News
Tilly Mezger Lake Tahoe Truckee Realtor Serving Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Northstar, Lahontan, Old Greenwood, Grays Crossing, Tahoe Donner, Donner Lake & Donner Summit neighborhoodsStudy: make a home for artMake space for art.Open water feverPhoenix the dog paced the beach at the east end of Donner Lake in anxious anticipation, darting between the eight young swimmers as they reluctantly peeled off hooded sweatshirts in the biting morning shade.Rahlves goes to camp - in DubaiThree-time Olympian Daron Rahlves of Truckee has skied all around the world, but he's about to mark a new destination off his list as he departs to assist with a ski camp in Dubai.Rafting WrapsBig blue rafts packed with happy people going down the Truckee River from Tahoe to River Ranch are as sure a sign of summer in the area as tourists on the road.Reid plans to sign Truckee River water planU.S. Sen. Harry Reid says he will attend a September signing of a water-sharing agreement aimed at settling a century of disputes over Truckee River water use between Nevada and California.Tick fever infects Truckee residentsPeople who have a recurring fever should contact their doctors: A tick-borne fever has been diagnosed in eastern Nevada County.Truckee's town attorney announces retirementSitting in his office, reflecting on 13 years as Truckee town attorney, Dennis Crab speaks with unabashed pride Monday.No fire weather for Truckee TahoeWhile a fire watch has been issued on the western slope, meteorologists predict quiet weather in the Truckee Tahoe area.Truckee's Sierra College set to open doors earlyWith construction on schedule and a curriculum boasting a variety of new classes, doors may open early at the Sierra College campus in Truckee and enrollment is filling up fast.Flood in the driest stateLast week heavy monsoon moisture pounded parts of Arizona near the Grand Canyon. The rapid water runoff breached an earthen dam and released a rampaging flood into a canyon occupied by about 400 Havasupai Indians.Bar fight adds to Downieville loreI have to hand it to Sierra County. They may be in the middle of nowhere, but they know how to party.Volunteer Corner: Captain KirbyWhat is your volunteer position at the Tahoe Maritime Museum?New Magazines You'll LikeHow many magazines arrive in your mailbox each month?Recipients of the 2008-2009 Linda Brown Fellows and Star Support AwardsThe Tahoe Truckee Excellence in Education Foundation announced the recipients of the 2008-2009 Linda Brown Fellows and Star Support Awards at the District Convocation event on Monday, Aug. 25 at Alder Creek Middle School.My Turn: League supports congestion, gridlockThe League to Save Lake Tahoe has been venerated as one of the premier environmental groups watching out for degradations to Lake Tahoe's environment, including water quality.My Turn: North Shore becomes South ShoreUnhappily the jewel of the Sierra has become an economic opportunity.Other voices: Incline town plan needs informationAbout 200 people showed up to the Independent Incline forum Wednesday night at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, sponsored by the North Lake Tahoe Bonanza and the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce.Offshore drilling is no price panaceaOpen the California coast and the offshore waters of Florida and the Carolinas to new oil drilling and prices at the pump will drop, contends Republican presidential candidate John McCain.Full contact tune-upThe unmistakable sounds of pads crunching, coaches barking and whistles chirping signaled yet another fresh start for the North Tahoe and Truckee high school football programs.Olympics shed light on local sportsWith the intensity of the Olympics Games reaching its end, many of us may lose sight of the athletic accomplishments the world has offered us over recent days and nights.
Tahoe World News
Movie review: Tropic ThunderNew DVD Releases: Aug. 19TOCCATA's 9/11 Memorial concertHomewood Mountain Resort Plays Host to Arts and CraftsNew DVD Releases: Aug. 11, 2008Movie Review: Pineapple ExpressTahoe Chamber Music Society presents Richard CioncoThe Tahoe Chamber Music Society closes its 2008 Summer Concert Series this coming Sunday, Aug. 17, with pianist Richard Cionco.Artists At Lake Tahoe Gallery introduces silk art by Louise HowesLocal art gallery, Artists At Lake Tahoe, welcomes the work of silk artist Louise Noel Howes.Concours D' Elegance: Photo Contest WinnerThe Tahoe World hosted a photo contest in celebration of the 36th annual Concours d’ Elegance Aug. 7-9 at Sierra Boat Co. Also check out the schedule of events for wooden boat week...Lake of the Sky Music, Arts, & Eco Festival
Tahoe Bonanza News
Going green: EcoBrokering gains popularityJust six months into her new profession as a Realtor, Michelle Bater decided to bring along her personal interests of an environmentally-friendly lifestyle.Quagga mussel found on Lake Tahoe boatA 32-foot cabin cruiser is in quarantine after Tahoe Keys Marina employees spotted a quagga mussel on the boat's engine Friday.Incline Village Justice Court from Aug. 20 appearancesThe following are dispositions and convictions submitted by the Incline Village Justice Court from Aug. 20 court appearances. Criminal court takes place Wednesdays.Incline Village crime log for Aug. 19-25The following are incident reports submitted by the Washoe County Sheriff's Office Incline Village Substation for Aug. 19-25.Incline Village graduate works Democratic National ConventionAmid the 21,000 people who signed up to volunteer at the Democratic National Convention in Denver, there is at least one whose roots reach back to Incline Village.IVGID meeting today; Independent Incline town idea on agendaWhile Independent Incline enthusiasts continue their drive to educate Incline Village and Crystal Bay residents before Election Day, the local government body may begin its own legwork in preparation for a potential switch to the Town of Incline...Gene Brockman receives state political honorFor six years Gene Brockman has represented Incline Village and Crystal Bay as a member of the Nevada League of Cities and Municipalities. Now the Incline resident finally has something to share with his community besides verbal reports and updates.XML error: Invalid character at line 67
