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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 22h

As part of California’s excess sites designation, Pacific Crest Commons represents another critical affordable housing project for the town of Truckee. It also will mark the second project with supportive housing in the region, and the first for Truckee.

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Pacific Crest Commons will open fall 2026

TRUCKEE, Calif. – As part of California’s excess sites designation, Pacific Crest Commons represents another critical affordable housing project for the town of Truckee. It also will mark the second p...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 3d

The Tahoe Truckee Homeless Action Coalition or TTHAC has made major strides in trying to get the pilot navigation center up and running this winter. While a final decision hasn’t been made, the TTHAC is eyeing a property and made recommendations to start requesting funding from major players.

Tahoe Truckee Homeless Action Coalition eyes property for pilot navigation center

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Tahoe Truckee Homeless Action Coalition or TTHAC has made major strides in trying to get the pilot navigation center up and running this winter. While a final decision hasn’t bee...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 4d

Mind Over Mountain is a Truckee-North Tahoe based year around program for teens 12-18 years old that offers one-on-one and groups coaching sessions.

New teen resource melds adventure with life coaching for resilience beyond the trail

TRUCKEE-NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Whether it’s floating on fresh powder or conquering heights rock climbing, a new resource for teens is combining adventure with life coaching to break down barr...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 5d

OpenSnow, a trusted source for the most accurate U.S. weather forecasts, snow reports, and AI-powered weather maps, is launching first-of-their-kind new tools this winter that leverage AI machine learning to transform how everyone plans around weather.

OpenSnow unveils AI-powered real-time forecasting technology

BOULDER, Colo. – OpenSnow, a trusted source for the most accurate U.S. weather forecasts, snow reports, and AI-powered weather maps, is launching first-of-their-kind new tools this winter that leverag...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 7d

Residents and visitors can groove into fall with the Tahoe Truckee School of Music at the Made in Tahoe Festival Oct. 11-12 at the Village at Palisades. Proceeds from event bars will benefit the musical nonprofit, which aims to cultivate life skills and community through music.

Made in Tahoe Festival supports Tahoe Truckee School of Music

OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. – Residents and visitors can groove into fall with the Tahoe Truckee School of Music (TTSM) at the Made in Tahoe Festival Oct. 11-12 at the Village at Palisades. Proceeds from e...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 10d

Lake Tahoe Travel is a DMO encompassing both the California and Nevada sides of the region and is operated through a cooperative of two organizations: North Tahoe Community Alliance and Travel North Tahoe Nevada.

Lake Tahoe Travel announced as new brand for North Lake Tahoe

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., – Lake Tahoe Travel has been unveiled as the new brand for the region’s destination management organization (DMO), formerly known as North Lake Tahoe. The new identity r...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 11d

This winter, Tahoe resorts are celebrating milestone anniversaries, unveiling new programs, investing in upgrades and expanding activities. Whether you’re planning to race, explore cross-country trails or take your first lesson, there’s something new at every corner.

Fresh powder, fresh perks: What’s new at Tahoe resorts this winter

TRUCKEE, Calif. — The days are growing shorter, evenings bring a sharper chill, and morning coffee tastes better with a sweater. Fall has arrived in the Sierra, and for many in Truckee and around Lake...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 12d

The nighttime photography competition, co-hosted by the Town of Truckee, the City of Nevada City, the Truckee Cultural District, and the Nevada County Arts Council, invited residents across Nevada County to capture the beauty of dark skies.

2025 Dark Skies Photo Contest winners celebrated across Nevada County

More than 60 people gathered to celebrate the winners of the second “Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark” photo contest at a special reception held on September 12th at Tahoe Forest Hospital’s Medical Office ...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 13d

The High Fives Foundation has brought a new kind of inclusivity to Tahoe’s waters. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit, dedicated to preventing life-changing injuries and offering resources and hope if they happen, hosted a series of adaptive wakesurf clinics across the summer and fall.

High Fives Foundation is making waves — literally

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The sun lit up Lake Tahoe’s blue waters as a MasterCraft boat rumbled across the lake. Onboard, athletes slipped into wetsuits, tightened life jackets and prepared to ride th...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 14d

A special election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 4, giving Truckee-area voters the opportunity to decide whether to approve up to $25 million in bonds to help finance the facility.

Truckee voters to consider up to $25 million library bond in November special election

TRUCKEE, Calif. — After the Friends of the Truckee Library determined in 2018 that the existing library no longer meets the community’s needs, plans for a new facility began. Now, as the project moves...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 19d

In a meeting marked by recognition and gratitude, the Truckee Town Council issued three proclamations Tuesday, honoring advocates for domestic violence survivors, translation services that bridge language barriers, and a tourism leader whose vision reshaped the way visitors experience Truckee.

Truckee Town Council honors domestic violence advocates, language access, and tourism leader

TRUCKEE, Calif. — In a meeting marked by recognition and gratitude, the Truckee Town Council issued three proclamations Tuesday, September 24, honoring advocates for domestic violence survivors, trans...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 20d

The Lakers boys placed second in the varsity 3-mile despite missing key runners. The girls dominated the junior varsity 3-mile.

The Lakers now turn their focus to the Truckee Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 27, as they continue to build momentum.

North Tahoe Cross Country impresses at Frogtown Invitational

ANGELS CAMP, Calif. – The North Tahoe High School cross country team participated in the Bret Harte Frogtown Invitational at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds on Saturday, Sept. 20. The Lakers boys pla...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 21d

CDPH’s recommended vaccines will continue to be covered by health care insurers regulated by the State of California and can be received at your local pharmacy, from your health care provider, or through other authorized vaccine providers at no cost.

California issues respiratory virus immunization guidance

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is announcing official immunization recommendations in accordance with West Coast Health Alliance partners Oregon, Washington and...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 24d

The California Poppies — the only all-female U-19 rafting team in Tahoe — train for their biggest test yet: the 2025 World Rafting Championship in Malaysia.

The California Poppies are students at Truckee High School and North Tahoe High School.

Tahoe teens take rafting to the world stage

On the churning waters of the American River, a raft surges through the rapids. Paddles rise and fall as the California Poppies — the only all-female U-19 rafting team in Tahoe — train for their...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 25d

The property on 1250 and 1254 West Lake Boulevard is a gated estate that Tosh originally bought for roughly $7 million back in 2018. The 1.6-acre property has 93 feet of Lake Tahoe shoreline, and was Tosh’s go-to place for vacations for years.

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Tosh.0 star’s Tahoe house goes on the market for $11.9 million

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – Daniel Tosh of Tosh.0 fame put his Tahoe property up for sale last week, selling for $11.9 million. The lakefront property on the west shore has three distinct homes and is...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 26d

Join for this fun and delicious Community Connections event on Thursday, October 9, 2025.

Don’t miss this great evening with drinks, oysters, and you’ll even go home with a shucking knife. The cost is $30 and all are welcome, but space is limited, so please register to reserve your spot.

Truckee Chamber to host Community Connections: Oyster Shuck and Eat event

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Truckee Chamber of Commerce announced its October Community Connections Event: Oyster Shuck and Eat with Buoy & Trap Seafood Market. Join for this fun and delicious Community Con...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 27d

The Heinz Awards recognize outstanding contributions to arts, the economy and environment, in honor of U.S. Senator John Heinz. There are six recipients annually who each receive an unrestricted monetary award of $250,000 and a Heinz Awards medallion.

Dana Gunders, Truckee resident, receives Heinz Award for work in food waste

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Often called “the woman who helped start the waste-free movement,” Dana Gunders is one of the recipients for the 30th Anniversary Heinz Awards. Gunders’ work as president of ReFED an...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · 28d

A year earlier, Truckee Firewise leader and KNOW Wildfire founder Heather Dawson had introduced N5SHIELD, a wildfire and smoke detection system paired with a community app, tools that proved crucial in the swift response.

Truckee leader brings early wildfire detection to Nevada County

TRUCKEE, Calif. — In the early hours of July 16, 2025, smoke drifted quietly down the Bear River drainage near Grass Valley. Before fire crews were even dispatched, the community was already taking ac...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · Sep 12

The Tahoe City Public Utility District on Wednesday, Sept. 10, celebrated the grand opening of its new $30 million West Lake Tahoe Regional Water Treatment Plant.

Previously, TCPUD relied on groundwater and a seasonal, temporary treatment plant.

Tahoe City celebrates new $30 million water treatment plant

TAHOE CITY, Calif. — The Tahoe City Public Utility District on Wednesday, Sept. 10, celebrated the grand opening of its new $30 million West Lake Tahoe Regional Water Treatment Plant. The one-million-...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · Sep 11

The council voted to amend the municipal code to include a sidewalk vending ordinance — framed by staff as a matter of public safety and order, but criticized by Zabriskie as overly broad and potentially harmful.

Truckee Council approves Sidewalk Vending Ordinance; Mayor warns it threatens small businesses

TRUCKEE, Calif. — The Truckee Town Council opened its Tuesday, Sept. 9 meeting by celebrating the value of small businesses. Hours later, it approved new regulations that some say could make it harder...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · Sep 10

“More than 1000 members of our community provided input into what needs to be improved for recreation and parks,” said TDRPD General Manager Sven Leff.

That input, in collaboration with Design Workshops consulting firm, was used to shape the Comprehensive Master Plan draft now available for review.

TDRPD seeks community input on Comprehensive Master Plan

TRUCKEE, Calif. — The Truckee Donner Recreation & Parks District (TDRPD) is asking residents to weigh in on its Comprehensive Master Plan draft, which outlines future improvements to local parks and r...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · Sep 9

Its newest addition is a youth outpatient program designed for adolescents ages 12 – 17 who are struggling with substance use, behavioral health challenges or co-occurring issues. The program combines individual and group therapy, experiential activities and family support.

Truckee program helps teens fight substance abuse

TRUCKEE, Calif. – “I started heavily drinking at the age of 12,” said Jordan Brandt, the Executive Director of Crow’s Nest Ranch, a substance abuse and behavioral health outpatient program in Truckee....

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · Sep 8

The North Tahoe community is mourning the loss of a local resident who was struck and killed late Friday night in a suspected DUI crash on State Route 28.

The victim, in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene by the Truckee Fire Department.

Community mourns victim of fatal Tahoe City crash

TAHOE CITY, Calif. — The North Tahoe community is mourning the loss of a local resident who was struck and killed late Friday night in a suspected DUI crash on State Route 28. The crash occurred...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · Sep 5

A key aspect of each project is the creation of strategic operations areas where firefighters and other emergency responders can safely set up and operate while defending local communities in the event of a wildfire.

TFPD boosts wildfire prevention through Measure T funds and Partnership Reimbursement Agreements

TRUCKEE, Calif. — Truckee Fire Protection District has stretched local tax dollars further this summer by using Measure T funds to leverage hundreds of thousands of dollars in outside support for wild...

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Sierra Sun @sierrasunnews.bsky.social · Sep 4

On Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, the Tahoe Fund and Restoring the Lake Depths Foundation will livestream an ROV’s journey to the bottom of Lake Tahoe, giving everyone the opportunity to watch in real time as it reaches a depth of 1,570 feet.

Join livestream of journey to the bottom of Lake Tahoe on September 5

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – On Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, the Tahoe Fund and Restoring the Lake Depths Foundation will livestream an ROV’s journey to the bottom of Lake Tahoe, giving everyone the opportunity ...

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