Hoss Keeps it Local
Local radio station owner JD Hoss has been vocal about keeping dollars here in the community in these times, saying, “Exhaust every local resource, before going online.”
Forward, Onward
Tahoe’s economy exist, even thrive, without relying so heavily on tourism? It’s possible, says Lift Workspace operator Jan Holan. We could become a tech economy if we focused-in on housing, transit, and nature.
The Power of the Local Dollar
A study shows 52 cents of every dollar spent at a local retailer recirculated to the community; yet a dollar spent at a national chain establishment retains only roughly 14 cents in the local economy.
Our Community Survives Together
Small businesses are the heart and soul of our community, and now it’s more important than ever to support them.
Think Local | October 10 – November 13, 2019
We delve into the dollars raised to support residents with large medical bills; take you on a local journey through transit, dentistry, and food; and provide a locals-only showcase ad space.
Think Local | July 11 – August 7, 2019
Think Local is about fostering a community-oriented business culture in Tahoe/Truckee that strives for a close-to-home exchange between employees, businesses, and consumers. The Truckee...
Community Corkboard | May 14 – June 10, 2020
Messages of gratitude and hope from and to our community during the time of COVID-19.
Think Local: What Does it Mean to be a Tahoe/Truckee Local?
We asked community members. Here are their answers.
Truckee Chamber Seeks to be the Rising Tide to Lift All...
The Truckee Chamber of Commerce released a comprehensive set of socioeconomic indicators for the area, which show that in 2018, 35.4% of locals (defined as year-round residents) live and work locally, 18.6% of locals live in Truckee and work virtually, and 24.8% live in Truckee and work out of town.
Community Corkboard | July 9 – August 12, 2020
Messages of gratitude and hope from and to our community during the time of COVID-19.
