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Thursday, June 12, 2008
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Congratulations Class of 2008
It's that time of year again. Time to release this year's Tahoe/Truckee Grads into the wild!
Tickets in July
The cost of one bicycle-tire tube: about four dollars.
The cost of one gallon of gasoline: (for the time being at least) about $4. Price of your first seat belt ticket in Placer County: $101.50. Your second seat belt violation will cost $206.75. Yikes, seat belt violations can add substantially to the cost of driving.
On the Spot
Test Driving the TRPA's Preferred Alternative
For almost as many years as the TRPA has existed, so has the debate about appropriate development in the backshore, nearshore and foreshore of Lake Tahoe, which together comprise the Shorezone. Let’s start with a little history.
Out & About: Multicultural Extravaganza at
Truckee High School hosted a school-wide event on May 30 to elevate the cultural awareness of students, unify the school and create a healthy campus climate.
Out & About: Kinetic Sculpture Races
A couple of Truckee residents headed north for the Memorial Day weekend to compete in the 40th annual Grand Championship Kinetic Sculpture Races held in Arcada, Calif.
Out & About: Don't Be A Jackass, Don't Dump Trash
Respect the Land. Don’t Dump Trash. Don’t Let Friends Dump Trash. And Help Clean Up.
Goodbye to a Truckee Tradition, OB's Pub & Restaurant
The town of Truckee says a sorrowful goodbye to OB's Pub & Restaurant
Traditional Mexican Charreada
Ready your adventurous spirit and step into history as Truckee’s first Charreada comes to town.
Facing the Issues
Conference brings youth and leaders together to find solutions to community issues
"A Dog's Prayer" and "Everyone has a clown story"
"A Dog's Prayer," and "Everyone has a clown story;" pieces by Karen Terrey.
Out & About: Fantastic Turnout
Lake Tahoe Water Trail Paddle Event a success! Save the date for a combined North/South paddle event being planned for September 6.
The Balancing Act in Crystal Bay
Boulder Bay plans to redevelop Tahoe Biltmore; local residents concerned about traffic and scale of project
More Development Planned for Tahoe Vista
A new column about development on the North Shore -- Keep up with what's going on.The Spout
James Fredrick Taylor
Jim Taylor, 52, owner of Jet Lites died in a skiing accident on the slopes of Squaw Valley February 25, 2008 while trying to avoid a snowboarder on a popular run. He received massive internal injuries after hitting a tree, despite wearing a helmet and being an expert skier.Oakley Hall, Author Of "The Downhill Racers"
Oakley Hall, author of the novel “The Downhill Racers” passed away on May 12 at age 87.Nick Badami, Key Figure in Alpine Skiing
Nick Badami, a visionary leader who helped make Park City Mountain Resort a world-class resort, died June 4 at his house in Tucson, Ariz., surrounded by family. He was 87.Utah Phillips, Folksinger, Storyteller, Railroad Tramp
Utah Phillips, a seminal figure in American folk music who performed extensively and tirelessly for audiences on two continents for 38 years, died May 15 of congestive heart failure in Nevada City, California the small town in the Sierra Nevada mountains where he lived for the last 21 years with his wife, Joanna Robinson, a freelance editor.Mountain Life
My Father Is The Funniest Because...
For our Father’s Day Special Section Moonshine Ink asked local 5th grade students to tell us why“My Father is the Funniest...” Here are a few unedited examples:
Wellness & Learning
Wellness & Learning Announcements (June 12 - July 9)
Announcements for Kids, Classes and the Outdoors!
Celebrate Summer Solstice
Summer in the Sierra is heaven, a glorious time of year that rewards us for being patient through winter and spring. On June 20, the longest day and the shortest night of the year, the Sun enters into Cancer, marking the solstice and the beginning of the summer season.
Mountain Bike Life
Pedaling down the bike path between Squaw Valley and Tahoe City, I thought to myself, ‘What’s new with local mountain biking?’
A Distinguished Gentleman
Meet Toby, a wonderful dog that is up for adoption through the Humane Society. Plus great Pet Announcements for this month!Rocking Stone
Expose Yourself to Art: Tahoe ARTour 2008
Celebrating its 15th year, the Tahoe ARTour is an opportunity to ‘expose yourself to art’
Art Rocks at The Rock in Truckee
Sponsored by The Rock and Pogan Gallery, this Arts For the Schools fundraiser features local and regional artists' artwork, wine and beer tastings, appetizers and classic rock with Connie Bryan on Tuesday, June 24 from 4 to 7 p.m.
