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North Tahoe High School’s biology teacher, Dr. David Steakley, is known for his challenging classes. Yet his passion for science and hands-on approach inspires his students. Enews excerpt: North Tahoe High School’s biology teacher, Dr. David Steakley, is known for his challenging classes. Yet his passion for science and hands-on approach inspires his students.

Truckee’s Threshold Choir sings to human beings who are dying, who are suffering, or who are in grief — the power of their music gifting serenity and peace during difficult times. Enews excerpt: Truckee’s Threshold Choir members use the power and peace of music to soothe the dying, the suffering, the grieving — as well as themselves.

A ski photographer who chronicled the Tahoe scene of the ’70s and ’80s, Tom Lippert was a local who lived and breathed good vibes.

Truckee Tahoe Airport’s Fly Safe program offers free seminars, flight clinics, and incentives to help pilots handle the region’s tough mountain conditions. A Moonshine reporter takes flight to learn more.

Truckee Tahoe Airport’s Fly Safe program offers free seminars, flight clinics, and incentives to help pilots handle the region’s tough mountain conditions. A Moonshine reporter takes flight to learn more.

A new organization provides disabled dogs with free wheelchairs.

Fifteen-year-old Fia Trombetta and her 21-year-old former ranch horse, Shiloh, are headed to the National High School Finals Rodeo. It's a dream come true for this Truckee duo.

Diana Turnbloom leads Sonik Rewind — Tahoe’s classic rock band composed of 60- and 70-somethings — to rockstar status.

Read the true life story of Eric T. Brandt, a North Lake Tahoe cultural icon who’s overcoming blindness and Alzheimer’s through love, music, and self-reliance.

Almost everyone is familiar with the High Street House near downtown Truckee that has been in a constant state of repair for half a century. But do you know the story of its owner and the generous contractor who has offered to help?