Forest Service to Start Fall Prescribed Fire Operations

Forest Service to Start Fall Prescribed Fire Operations

South Lake Tahoe, Calif. –The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will begin the fall/winter prescribed fire program next week in areas throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin. The first operation will take place on Monday, September 30, 2013, near Pioneer Trail and Al Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe. Approximately nine acres will […]

Cyclists Get Three Foot Buffer on CA Roads

Cyclists Get Three Foot Buffer on CA Roads

Sacramento, CA…Governor Jerry Brown signed into law Monday a measure aimed at protecting cyclists on California’s public roads by creating a three foot buffer between bicycles and vehicles. AB 1371, by Assembly Member Steven Bradford (D-Gardena), amends the vehicle code to explicitly define a safe passing distance as a minimum of three feet. “I sincerely […]

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to Celebrate Grand Opening of Bijou Dog Agility Park

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to Celebrate Grand Opening of  Bijou Dog Agility Park

South Lake Tahoe, CA (September 24, 2013) – The City of South Lake Tahoe and the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) worked in partnership to install several pieces of custom dog agility equipment at Bijou Park.  A Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held on Sunday, September 22nd to celebrate the opening of the Bijou […]

Governor Signs Bill Protecting Minors’ Privacy on the Internet

Governor Signs Bill Protecting Minors’ Privacy on the Internet

Sacramento, CA…California has taken a major step today to protect our children with the Governor’s signing of SB 568, a measure that increases privacy protections for minors on the internet. Senate President pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg’s measure will allow children and adolescents under the age of 18 to remove their postings on internet and social […]

ORACLE TEAM USA takes another step towards defending the America’s Cup

ORACLE TEAM USA takes another step towards defending the America’s Cup

ORACLE TEAM USA’s improbable comeback is alive and well in the 34th America’s Cup. Skipper Jimmy Spithill led the defender to another wire-to-wire victory in Race 16 and now needs just three more victories to successfully defend the America’s Cup. Challenger Emirates Team New Zealand finished 33 seconds in arrears, but still leads on the […]

HoneyFlow FarmFest brings foodies, yogis and farmers together for a day of inspiration, heirloom feast, swimming, and camping on a permaculture farm in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains.

HoneyFlow FarmFest brings foodies, yogis and farmers together for a day of inspiration, heirloom feast, swimming, and camping on a permaculture farm in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains.

Jackson, CA..Paloma Pollinators and Wild Culture announce the HoneyFlow FarmFest, a one-of-a-kind daylong food and wellness event set within a spectacular scenic garden and farm between Tahoe and Yosemite. Chef Peter Rogmark is preparing a menu, which includes Heritage Turkeys and heirloom veggies raised on the farm. Musician and sound healer Emily Lewis will share […]

Forest Service To Lift Fire Restrictions

Forest Service To Lift Fire Restrictions

South Lake Tahoe, Calif. –The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will lift fire restrictions on National Forest System lands beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, September 24, 2013.  “The arrival of cooler, wetter weather brings safer conditions and has allowed us to lift restrictions on Forest Service managed lands,” said Forest Service fire chief Kit […]