Tag: safety
Living Under the Flight Path
Truckee resident Megan Butcher says it’s time to stop using taxpayer money to subsidize the airport. The millions of dollars saved can provide much-needed benefits for the whole community.
Tahoe resorts announce reopening plans
Episode 74 | September 22, 2020
How will ski resorts be different this season with the continuing pandemic? Reporting by Juliana Demarest and broadcasting by Becca Loux.August 20, 2020 Moonshine Minutes
Is 5G dangerous?
Questions have long swirled about 5G networks, and the combination of a study that was proven false and general increased paranoia during the pandemic have caused further concern over lack of testing. Reporting and broadcasting by Becca LouxJuly 25-26, 2020 Moonshine Minutes
Fire bans across jurisdictional lines
Local fire districts give an overview of the bans on open fire throughout the North Shore region, with a special look at the Truckee Fire Protection District’s inaugural campfire fire ban last year. This piece stemmed from our monthly question-answer section, You Asked. They Answered. Reporting and broadcasting by Becca LouxCommunal Cravings
People near and far are taking it to the streets to spend time with loved ones while maintaining physical distance. Here are some tasty ideas to get the party started without spreading disease.
Springtime Home Maintenance
Doors, roofs, decks, critter damage: We all know spring is the time for important repairs in case next winter is … well, winter. Contractor Steven Torres takes you on a cheeky ride for the important prep you must do to avoid house calamity before next year’s season.
Go-To Gear for Snow Removal
Two employee-owners of Truckee’s Mountain Hardware and Sports compiled a guide for snow removal equipment this winter season.
To Snow or Not to Snow, that is the Question
Shredding the gnar sure is fun … as long as you can get there. Winter conditions cause multiple California agencies and ski resorts to put safety first.
Slediquette
Whether you’re an avid sledder or a first-time thrill-seeker on a plastic portal to that speedy snow slope adventure of your dreams, you need to know these tips to improve your “slediquette.”