The Only Race on the School Board Ballot

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While two other TTUSD trustees are running unopposed, Pat Mooney faces student parent and business owner Craig Shaffer. They weigh in on teacher pay, school-choice lotteries, and AI in the classroom.

Water Costs and a Possible Rec Center on the Ballot for TCPUD Candidates

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With issues like the $85 million Tahoe Cedars rebuild and the future of its community center, TCPUD incumbents John Pang and Gail Scoville face challenger Matthew Plunkett.

Green Light Pending

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The beleaguered three-way stop at Donner Pass Road and Bridge Street is slated to become a signalized intersection, with construction targeted for 2027, though railroad approvals could delay it.

North Tahoe Fire Board Race: Continuity or Shake-Up?

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With the Meeks Bay absorption complete and an Olympic Valley annexation on the table, North Tahoe Fire’s board race pits three incumbents against two challengers, and we asked each how the district can grow without stretching service thin.

Two Public Land Projects Face a New Chapter

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Two long-debated public properties — Olympic Valley Park and Tahoe City’s former fire station — may finally have found new purpose.

Informed Voters Don’t Happen by Accident

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After 20 years teaching government, a political science instructor finds that facts rarely change minds. Polarization, limited time, and complex ballots hinder informed voting. Better civic knowledge starts with researching issues and candidates.

Wanted: Historical Landmarks Commissioner to Represent Truckee

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Truckee needs a history champion! Join the Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission, uncover fascinating stories, preserve local treasures, and give Truckee a voice in protecting its past.

Flock Cameras Under Scrutiny: How Local Law Enforcement Uses License Plate Readers

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As Flock cameras draw national scrutiny over privacy, local police and sheriffs defend the technology’s role in solving crimes and planning wildfire evacuations.

Parked in Place

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In 2024, an estimated 970 cars a day parked on the SR 28 shoulder, a huge safety risk. Tahoe agencies are trying to fix that and more when it comes to parking around the Basin. Here’s where things stand.

New Truckee Pregnancy Center Opens Amid Questions

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A faith-based pregnancy center opening in Truckee is drawing attention for what it offers — and what it doesn’t — as supporters and critics debate its role in reproductive healthcare.