Stateline, Nev. — A outdoor feast with the main course arriving straight out of Lake Tahoe and an indoor muscle and fitness protein fest will be the ultimate flex and fry events of the summer, Aug. 23 at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa. (http://www.montbleuresort.com) The second annual Boil ‘n Fry Day Festival is Lake Tahoe’s version of an […]
South Lake Tahoe, CA – Barton Memorial Hospital has received notification from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that it will receive an additional .5 percent in Medicare reimbursement for its high performance scores in patient care. Barton Hospital was compared to other hospitals nationally for its work in quality outcomes, patient safety and […]
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. —On Pioneer Trail near the intersection with U.S. Highway 50 in Meyers, some Jeffrey pine trees appear to be dying. In fact, the yellowing of the needles is due to the work of a native insect species known as a “needleminer” that feeds on the needles of pine trees. While this particular […]
Lake Tahoe – Over 120 volunteers for the League to Save Lake Tahoe removed 2,260 pounds of trash from six of Tahoe’s most popular beaches on July 5, the day after tens of thousands of people flocked to the lake to enjoy the July 4th festivities. The debris represented almost 10 cubic yards, or a dump […]
South Lake Tahoe, CA – The threat of wildfire is extremely high this fire season due to record drought conditions in the West. Local agencies are coming together and hosting a Wildfire Safety Expo on Saturday, June 21st from noon to 3pm at the TJ Maxx parking lot located at the “Y” where Highways 50 and 89 intersect. […]
South Lake Tahoe, CA – Tahoe’s rugged landscape and mild summer temperatures attract a mountain of sports events. From large events such as America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride and the Lake Tahoe Marathon to local favorites like the Tahoe Kids Triathlon, there is sports event for every ability and age group. Barton Health’s medical staff is […]
Death by drug overdose has tripled from 1990 to 2008. In 2008, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 36,450 people died from a drug overdose and 75% of overdoses were prescription drug related. Of the prescription drug-related deaths in 2008, the CDC reports 74% were opiate prescription drugs. Opiate pain […]
Incline Village, Ca…The Tennis Center is now open! Located next to the Recreation Center, the Incline Village Tennis Center offers eleven pristine courts in a picturesque alpine setting along a flowing creek. The Tennis Center is available on a first come, first serve basis. The Tennis Center Pro Shop offers a full line of Babolat and […]
South Lake Tahoe, CA – The City of South Lake Tahoe’s Engineering Division received confirmation that the City is a recipient of a Round 2 Proposition 84 grant in the amount of $2.8M for Sierra Tract neighborhood. Investing in our infrastructure is a key priority to the City,” said City Manager Nancy Kerry. “This is evident […]
South Lake Tahoe, Ca…How can you live a longer, healthier life? The answer is complicated and simple. “Experts” claim every conceivable option: cleanses, hormones, pills, exercises, diets, the list goes on. The options are dizzying, even to healthcare professionals. As a physician, I understand people want quick and easy answers. To be frank, consider the […]
