My Shot

My Shots are essentially our version of an Op-ed. These opinion pieces are either submitted to the paper, then vetted and edited by the opinion editor, or solicited based on our desires for hitting certain topics. My Shots are Moonshine Ink opinion pieces that must take a stance on an issue — typically starting with a problem, establishing an argument for your stance, then answering with a call to action.

Word limit for a traditional My Shot is 600 words, and as of 2021 we are accepting longer (1,000 word count limit) submissions on a case-by-case basis. Email editors@moonshineink.com to submit yours!

Protecting Lake Tahoe, Improving Communities Remain TRPA’s Guiding Stars

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The TRPA looks to the future and how it can help the region deal with some of its most pressing issues, like affordable housing, while continuing to protect the environment.

Will Palisades Follow Through on Its Commitment to Inclusivity and Diversity?

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A mother hopes that a Palisades discrimination incident will help make the ski resort become more inclusive going forward.

The TRPA Needs to Take Into Consideration Cumulative Impacts

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Rick Cooper worries that the TRPA is approving too many redevelopment projects without considering the cumulative impacts.

Carrying Capacity Should Determine Environmental Action

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In this April My Shot, retired attorney Ron Grassi contends that Lake Tahoe’s regulators should use the determined carrying capacity of the Basin when it approves developments and other projects.

TRPA No Longer Serves the Environment or “Us”

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In her April My Shot, Kristina Hill urges locals to pay attention to TRPA Governing Board actions. She maintains that TRPA no longer works for the environment or the individual homeowner, but rather is too focused on big developers and money.

Let My People Go to School

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In her My Shot opinion piece, Carolyn Highland shares how difficult a constant barrage of downhill ski resort traffic makes life for teachers, students, and other community members.

Traffic’s Imperfect Storm

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Truckee-based photographer Court Leve witnessed ski traffic congestion from a crows-eye view recently when he captured video and photos of the long lines with his drone. Then he attended meetings to find solutions. Here are his thoughts in this month’s My Shot.

Truckee Post Office Needs Your Help

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This My Shot opinion writer worked at the Truckee post office for a few weeks. She shares the chaos she saw and urges action.

Join the Fight to Protect our Community

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In this February My Shot, TCPUD general manager Sean Barclay outlines why it’s important for ratepayers to invest in water distribution infrastructure.

Homewood’s Bait and Switch

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Kathleen Annice argues that visitors and locals should make sure Homewood Mountain Resorts gets more public review for its current changes, including its stated hope to turn the area into a luxury lifestyle club.