Winter in Truckee Tahoe, California, is nothing short of a winter wonderland. With pristine snow-covered landscapes and crisp mountain air, the region is a haven for winter sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. However, as picturesque as it may be, the harsh winter conditions demand that homeowners take proactive steps to winterize their homes. Proper […]

With winter and the holidays upon us, the picturesque towns in the Tahoe region undergo a stunning transformation, blanketed in snow and draped in the magic of the holiday season. It’s a time when the already breathtaking landscape becomes even more enchanting, and the communities come together to create a tapestry of festive joy. In […]

In anticipation of winter coming and snow blanketing the stunning Sierra Nevada region, ski enthusiasts and snowboarders eagerly anticipate the opening of Truckee Tahoe’s renowned ski resorts. Nestled in the heart of California’s winter wonderland, these ski destinations are a paradise for snow sports enthusiasts. or those who live and breathe the thrill of carving […]

When it comes to Halloween, one of the first images that pops into our minds is the cheerful glow of carved pumpkins, or as we affectionately call them, Jack-o’-Lanterns. But how did these vibrant orange gourds become such an iconic part of Halloween? Let’s take a journey through history to uncover the roots of this […]

The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution–which banned the manufacture, transportation and sale of intoxicating liquors–ushered in a period in American history known as Prohibition.  Prohibition officially went into effect on January 17, 1920, with the passage of the Volstead Act. The Movement In the 1820’s and ’30’s, a wave of religious revivalism swept the […]

Arguably, Donner Pass is the most important square mile in California with many firsts: •The first wagon trains to California •The first transcontinental railroad •The first transcontinental highway •The first transcontinental air route. Even with all these firsts for California and the west, the tragic journey of the Donner Wagon Party is probably the most […]

Are you concerned about what’s going on with the McIver Dairy Project? Is it another housing development? Grocery store? Parking lot? None of the above. Concerns over the current ecological state of the McIver Dairy property has prompted the Truckee Town Council to move forward with plans to restore the land. That’s right, it’s a […]

We are all curious what is going on with the Truckee Railyard Project. Ground has obviously been broken; but no buildings? What’s going on? Since November 2016, a significant amount of work has been completed at the site, including infrastructure improvements and the relocation of Union Pacific facilities last summer. This is an 11,000 square […]