Snowmelt Flooding Possible During Next Two Weeks

Snowmelt Flooding Possible During Next Two Weeks

Reno, NV….The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Hydrologic Outlook warning for the next two weeks of possible localised flooding around streams and trails because of high run off from snowmelt. Hydrologic Outlook HYDROLOGIC OUTLOOK CAC003-017-051-057-061-091-NVC005-019-021-031-510-140000- HYDROLOGIC OUTLOOK NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE RENO NV 130 PM PDT SUN JUN 12 2011 …SNOWMELT FLOODING OF […]

It’s Feeling A Lot Like Summer in Kings Beach

It’s Feeling A Lot Like Summer in Kings Beach

Lake Tahoe, CA/NV…We were out and about in the North Lake Area near Kings Beach today. It definitely had a summer feel this afternoon. They were Para Sailing, Paddle Boarding, Suntanning, Beach Volleyballing, Swimming, Boating, Jet Skiing and much more. The beaches are starting to fill up and people seemed to be soaking up the […]

TRAFFIC ALERT…SIG Alert at Hwy 267 at Northstar

TRAFFIC ALERT…SIG Alert at Hwy 267 at Northstar

Update 11:15am: SIG Alert Canceled……Truckee, CA….Emergency crews are on scene of a motorcycle vs. truck at Hwy 267 and Northstar. A SIG Alert has been issued to hold traffic 5 miles west of accident. Unknown time of clearing. One patient was transported via careflight. SR 267 [IN THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED 5 MI […]

Smooth Start to Carson Valley Days ~By Sgt Jim Halsey

Smooth Start to Carson Valley Days ~By Sgt Jim Halsey

Gardnerville, NV…The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office reports that the 2011 Carson Valley Days Friday Night celebration in downtown Gardnerville was well attended and relatively peaceful. The celebratory crowd seemed no larger than in past years, and the warm weather made for a nice evening. U.S. Hwy 395 did not have to be closed for the […]

Sheriff’s Office Releases 2011 Click It or Ticket Stats

Sheriff’s Office Releases 2011 Click It or Ticket Stats

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office joined the Nevada Highway Patrol, and the Reno and Sparks Police Departments in the 2011 national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement campaign from May 23 to June 5, 2011. During this two-week time period, law enforcement personnel cracked down on motorists who failed to wear their seat belts […]

Washoe County Looking for Companionship Volunteers

Washoe County Looking for Companionship Volunteers

Washoe County is pleased to provide a new opportunity for citizens to get involved in their community. The Public Guardian Department, which cares for individuals deemed as wards of the County by a court, is looking for compassionate, dedicated volunteers to assist them by becoming Companionship Volunteers. A Companionship Volunteer is someone who provides visits […]

South Lake Tahoe Filled To the Brim With Summer Activities

South Lake Tahoe Filled To the Brim With Summer Activities

South Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – What do six months of record snowfall mean for South Lake Tahoe (http://www.TahoeSouth.com) this summer? It translates to pure blue energy on and off the water. Here are five reasons to make Lake Tahoe Californian’s top destination for a convenient, memorable and value-packed summer vacation: See It, Bike It, Hike […]

Tahoe’s Granlibakken…Base Camp for Summer Traditions

Tahoe’s Granlibakken…Base Camp for Summer Traditions

Tahoe City, CA… – Memories of July 4th family weekends and summer camp — simpler times at the Lake with biking, swimming, rafting and fireworks — are an ongoing family tradition at Granlibakken Resort (http://www.Granlibakken.com) on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore. The sunny 74-acre resort offers summer-long activities on and off site, including a new day […]

Great Mild Weather Week Ahead

Great Mild Weather Week Ahead

[nggallery id=20] South Lake Tahoe, CA…It looks like summer is finally here. We are looking at highs in the 60’s and 70’s all week long. It’s time for everyone to go outside and play. Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 66. South wind between 5 and 15 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low […]