Local Politics · El Dorado County
A county-by-county guide lists early voting locations, vote centers, and ballot drop box information for voters across multiple counties in California and Nevada in the Tahoe region ahead of the November 3 General Election. Lake Tahoe Community College, Truckee Tahoe Airport, Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District, Fairway Community Center, Incline Village Library, and Incline Middle School are listed as polling sites with varying early-voting hours beginning Oct. 17 through Nov. 2. On Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, most locations operate from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., while Douglas County voters cast ballots in person from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Officials state that mail ballots must be postmarked by Election Day and received by the Elections Office no later than seven days after Election Day.
Public Safety · El Dorado County
The National Weather Service in Reno issued an updated lake wind advisory for Lake Tahoe on Thursday afternoon. The advisory is valid from Friday at 8 p.m. until Saturday at 8 a.m., warning of east winds between 10 and 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Waves are expected to reach heights of 2 to 4 feet, creating hazardous conditions for small craft. Residents are advised to check lake conditions before boating or consider postponing activities.
Community News · South Lake Tahoe, CA
Gates and facilities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park will close for the season on Monday, November 2, 2026, announced the California Tahoe Conservancy and Nevada Division of State Parks. All park roads and parking lots will close to vehicular access, restrooms will shut down, and drinking fountains will be turned off, with no trash collection during winter. The 725-acre bi-state park's grounds remain open for hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing on the California side and much of the Nevada side, though a portion of the Nevada side is temporarily closed for construction projects. Winter visitors may access the park via the main entrance at Heavenly Village Way and Montreal Road in South Lake Tahoe.
Community brief · Stateline, NV
Lake Tahoe Epic Curling Club is hosting beginner-friendly curling programs for kids, teens, and adults at its facility in Stateline, Nevada. The "Lil’ Rockers" program for grades 2–6 runs on Tuesdays from Nov. 3 to Dec. 8, costing $50 per child. Adult and teen lessons are scheduled for Mondays, Nov. 9 and 16, from 6–8 p.m., with a fee of $70 per person. No prior experience is required, and registration is available online.
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