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Aaron Rodgers donates money to help Northern California evacuees in his home county
NFL star Aaron Rodgers is stepping up to help Thompson Fire evacuees in Northern California. The New York Jets quarterback, who is from Chico in Butte County, together with the North Valley Community Foundation awarded $100,000 in grants on Wednesday to organizations that are helping some of the tens of thousands of people impacted by the wildfire burning near Oroville.
Supreme Court gives cities in California and beyond more power to crack down on homeless camps
The U.S. Supreme Court in June granted cities more power to arrest, cite and fine people who sleep outside in public places — overturning six years of legal protections for homeless residents in California and other western states. In Grants Pass v. Johnson, the court sided with Grants Pass...
IID approves potential hefty payments for farmers to not grow hay in hot months
Farmers could be paid not to make hay while the sun shines, per a new Imperial Irrigation District payment schedule and other actions authorized Tuesday aimed at shoring up the Colorado River's dwindling reservoirs and coping with low forage prices. If all goes as planned, growers and owners of farm...
Burt’s Bees data privacy class action lawsuit investigation
Burt’s Bees data privacy violations: Who’s affected?. Have you purchased products from www.burtsbees.com? Do you live in California, Washington, Pennsylvania, Florida or Massachusetts? An investigation has been launched into allegations that the personal care company risked consumers’ data privacy by improperly tracking their browsing activity with PayPal cookies. Fill out the form on this page to see if you qualify to join this class action lawsuit investigation.
New restaurant Bruschetta serves up authentic Italian cuisine in Stateline
The story behind the new fine Italian cuisine restaurant, Bruschetta, started growing roots pre-pandemic in the Bay Area. Erik Rhoades had owned and operated a restaurant for about four years before he brought in chef Victor Guerrero. After a successful run at that location, Rhoades ultimately sold the restaurant right before COVID hit, then moved to Lake Tahoe.
Crystal Bay Casino ups the ante with 2nd annual Gambler’s Run Music Festival
CRYSTAL BAY, Nev. – The Crystal Bay Casino is doubling down on entertainment this summer, pairing its state-of-the-art gaming floor with the second year of a high-stakes music event. From July 26 to 28, the lakeside gambling haven will host its 2nd annual Gambler’s Run Music Festival with a...
Entertainment in Tahoe: Latitude 39 Music Festival; Beach Cleanup; Summer Concert on the Green
Reno Tahoe Comedy is thrilled to present Craig Shoemaker, an acclaimed comedian and actor. With over forty years in comedy, Shoemaker was named Comedian of the Year at the American Comedy Awards and has won two NATAS Emmy Awards. His stand-up special “Daditude” premiered on SHOWTIME and was featured on Netflix. Shoemaker has entertained four U.S. presidents and created four solo specials. He is also an author, with a novel and children’s books to his name. As the creator of “Winning With Humor,” Shoemaker teaches others to find joy through laughter. He stars in Amazon Prime’s “The Wolf Pac” and “Comedy Kitchen,” and ranks in IMDB’s “Top 100 Stand-Up Comics.” Additionally, Shoemaker founded the nonprofit “Laughter Heals” and delivered a renowned TED Talk in Ojai, CA.
My Hometown Heroes teams up with Barracuda Championship for 2024 fundraiser
TRUCKEE, Calif. – My Hometown Heroes is partnering with the Barracuda Championship for the 2024 Chip for Charity program. From July 18 to 21, supporters can help young adult cancer survivors pursue higher education by purchasing tickets to the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR Golf Tournament. Half of each ticket purchase will be donated to My Hometown Heroes, and children under 15 get in free with a ticketed adult. Every ticket purchase also enters buyers into a drawing for exciting prizes, including a foursome at Old Greenwood Golf Course. Tickets are available at barracudachampionship.ticketspice.com/barracuda-championship-chip-in-for-charity.
TAMBA to host building connections annual fundraiser
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association, is hosting its annual fundraising event, Building Connections: A TAMBA Fundraiser for Tahoe Trails, on Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 12-4 p.m. at the stunning Valhalla Tahoe venue. The event will feature a gourmet menu, beverages, lawn games,...
New medical practice offering preventative, accessible healthcare to local communities
ROUND HILL, Nev. – In 2024, the emphasis on personal health and wellness has never been more pronounced. Yet, for those residing in the serene confines of a mountain town, accessing essential healthcare services can oftentimes pose significant challenges. From commonplace mishaps like a fractured wrist to life-altering emergencies such as a heart attack, the options for healthcare in South Lake Tahoe have always existed, albeit often out of reach. However, a transformative solution has emerged, bridging the gap between necessity and accessibility.
DMV suspending its “Walk-In Wednesday” service due to excessive heat
- The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles is temporarily suspending “Walk-In Wednesday” services at its Decatur, Flamingo, Sahara, and Henderson, and locations due to intense summertime heat. The move also includes the main DMV office in Reno.
Grande Fire in Stanislaus County near Patterson grows to 323 acres
STANISLAUS COUNTY – Firefighters say the forward progress of a wildfire in rural Stanislaus County near Patterson has been stopped.The incident has been named by Cal Fire as the Grande Fire. It's burning west of Patterson, across from Interstate 5, near Del Puerto Canyon Road and Diablo Grande Parkway.As of 11:30 a.m., Cal Fire numbers show that the wildfire has grown to 323 acres with 30% containment. No evacuation orders or warnings are in effect at this time. Exactly what started the fire is under investigation.
Jeremy Renner Took a Week Off ‘Knives Out’ to Open a Camp for Kids
Tucked away in the wilderness of Lake Tahoe is Jeremy Renner's inaugural camp for foster kids, Camp RennerVation. There, you'll find the Marvel star casually walking and riding a scooter around the campsite, generating fun for 100-plus campers, all children from disadvantaged backgrounds. He's still approached for autographs and asked what it was like to be in the Avengers ("It's like playing with your friends," he tells one child). But as far as he's concerned, he's not the hero on the campgrounds-the kids are.
Car crash reported on Auburn Folsom Road in Granite Bay
GRANITE BAY, Calif. — A car crash was reported Thursday morning on Auburn Folsom Road near Lake View Drive in Granite Bay. The crash was reported around 7:35 a.m. over dispatcher radio communications. It was unclear what caused the crash, but at least two vehicles were involved and possible...
Rocklin State of the City highlights success stories
The community gathered at Sierra College on June 28 to attend the Rocklin Area Chamber of Commerce’s State of the City event. Instead of just hearing from the city’s mayor this year, Rocklin's mayor and city council, fire chief and police chief all gathered to share the city’s five strategic pillars – resilient, vibrant, livable, sustainable and safe.
Northern California city cancels July Fourth fireworks as wildfire grows
Officials in a Northern California community canceled an annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration as an estimated 26,000 residents remained displaced by a growing wildfire, while hundreds of firefighters toiled under extreme heat to keep flames from reaching more homes. The Thompson fire broke out before noon Tuesday about 70...
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