Spring Arrives Early, KidZone Breaks Ground
Truckee/North Tahoe This Week: March 9-15, 2026
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This Week at a Glance
Temperatures this week will run 5–10 degrees above average, with valley highs near the 60s and a brief wind event Monday–Tuesday from a dry frontal passage. No snow in the forecast. Source: NOAA Truckee Forecast
KidZone Museum is breaking ground this spring on its new permanent home at Truckee River Regional Park, funded by a multi-million-dollar anonymous gift. Source: Moonshine Ink
Placer County Public Health is reporting three confirmed measles cases in a single family in the county. No school or public exposures have been identified. Source: Placer County Public Health
The Truckee Chamber’s 2025 Business Listening Tour found local businesses are getting by but “few feel truly stable,” with volatility, rising costs, and burnout as dominant themes. Source: Sierra Sun
The 2026-27 Epic Pass is now on sale, starting at $1,089 for adults, with a new 20% discount for skiers and riders under 30. Source: Sierra Sun
Weather Outlook
A warm, dry stretch continues in Truckee and North Tahoe this week. Highs start in the mid to upper 50s early in the week, then climb into the mid to upper 60s by Thursday and continue through the weekend. Expect sunny skies most days, light afternoon breezes, and chilly overnight lows in the mid 20s to mid 30s. No storms are currently in the forecast.
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Local News and Community Updates
Local News
KidZone Museum Breaking Ground This Spring: The Truckee children’s museum is moving forward on its new permanent home at Truckee River Regional Park, with a building permit in hand and phase one construction funded by a multi-million-dollar anonymous gift. The first phase includes a 6,500-square-foot museum and science center plus 9,000 square feet of outdoor space. A ribbon-cutting is expected later this year. Source: Moonshine Ink
Measles Alert in Placer County: Placer County Public Health confirmed three measles cases in a single family, all teenagers, linked through household exposure. A fourth suspected case is also a family member. No school or public exposures were identified. All are recovering at home. Measles is highly contagious and can linger in shared spaces for up to two hours. Check your vaccination status. Source: Placer County Public Health
Martis Valley Trail Segment 3F Complete: Placer County and the Northstar Community Services District completed the 1.23-mile Segment 3F of the Martis Valley Trail, closing the gap between Northstar’s Castle Peak parking lots and Northstar Village. Four bridges, a 50-foot boardwalk, and ADA-accessible paving were installed in a single construction season. A ribbon-cutting is planned for June. When fully complete, the trail will span approximately 10 miles. Source: Moonshine Ink
Youth Climate Protest in Downtown Truckee: The Tahoe Youth Action Team, the local chapter of Citizen’s Climate Lobby, staged a “snowman protest” in downtown Truckee last week, placing approximately 100 snowmen with signs calling for climate action. The group has been active in local advocacy, including meetings with Congressional offices and TTUSD staff. Source: Sierra Sun
Epic Pass 2026-27 Now on Sale: Vail Resorts launched the 2026-27 Epic Pass at $1,089 for adults, a 3.6% increase from last year. A new 20% discount for skiers and riders under 30 brings the price to $869. The Epic Local Pass starts at $809. Northstar, Heavenly, and Kirkwood are all included. Ikon Pass pricing has not yet been announced. Source: Sierra Sun
Business Updates
North Tahoe Chamber Awards $660,000 to 48 Local Events: Tourism-generated funds from the North Lake Tahoe Tourism Business Improvement District are supporting 48 events in 2026, including the Made in Tahoe Festival, Alpenglow Sports Winter Speaker Series, Tahoe City Food and Wine Classic, Tahoe Film Fest, and more. Source: Sierra Sun
Truckee Business Climate Report: The Truckee Chamber of Commerce released its 2025 Business Listening Tour findings, based on confidential conversations with local employers. The central takeaway: most businesses are getting by, but “few feel truly stable.” Rising costs, staffing pressures, burnout, and difficulty planning amid volatility were recurring themes. The Chamber plans to launch a Truckee-specific economic data platform and a “How to Do Business in Truckee” guide in response. Source: Sierra Sun
Local Events This Week
Tuesday, March 10
Truckee Trivia Tuesdays at Alibi
Time: 6–8PM
Location: Alibi Ale Works, Downtown Truckee
Price: Free
Tickets / Info: Alibi Ale Works
Wednesday, March 11
Truckee Chamber Lunch and Learn: Tax Planning and Cash Flow Forecasting
Time: 12–1PM
Location: Truckee Town Hall
Price: Free to members/$20 for future members
Tickets / Info: Truckee Chamber Events
Boots ‘n’ Besties Line Dance Nights at Alibi
Time: 8–10PM
Location: Alibi Ale Works, Downtown Truckee
Price: $10 cover
Tickets / Info: Alibi Ale Works
Thursday, March 12
Open Mic at Cottonwood Restaurant
Time: 6–9 PM
Location: Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, Truckee
Price: Free
Tickets / Info: Truckee Chamber Events
Trivia Night at Tremigo
Time: 7:30–9:30PM
Location: Tremigo Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar, The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Price: Free
Tickets / Info: Palisades Tahoe Events Calendar
Friday, March 13
Retro 80s Ski Day
Time: All Day
Location: West Shore, Tahoe City, Alpine Meadows
Price: Free
Tickets / Info: Visit Tahoe City
Pi Day at Wildflour
Time: 3:14–4PM
Location: Wildflour Baking Company, Palisades Tahoe
Price: Free
Tickets / Info: Palisades Tahoe Events Calendar
Saturday, March 14
Peak to Peak Family Fun Ski Race & Apres
Time: All Day
Location: Palisades Tahoe
Price: $100 - $200
Tickets / Info: Palisades Tahoe Community Foundation
Open to Shred at Sugar Bowl
Time: All Day
Location: Sugar Bowl Resort
Price: Free w/ lift ticket
Tickets / Info: Sugar Bowl
Truckee Lions St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser
Time: 5 PM
Location: Community Arts Center, 10046 Church St., Truckee
Price: $45
Tickets / Info: Truckee Chamber Events
Sunday, March 15
Mogul Magic Clinic at Palisades
Time: 1–3:30PM
Location: Palisades Tahoe
Price: $130
Tickets / Info: Palisades Tahoe Event Calendar
Ski Report
Palisades Tahoe - Conditions are machine-groomed with variable conditions off-piste. Season snowpack stands at 278 inches total. No new snow in the last 7 days. 32 of 39 lifts open, 162 of 296 trails open, 84% of terrain accessible. The mountain is running well into spring conditions. Parking reservations are required prior to 1 PM on weekends. Consider the TART bus or rideshare as alternatives.
Source: Palisades Tahoe Mountain Report
Avalanche Forecast
With the current warm, dry pattern and no new snow in the forecast, avalanche danger is expected to remain low to moderate, but spring warming cycles can create wet avalanche conditions during afternoon hours. Check the daily forecast before heading into the backcountry.
Source: Sierra Avalanche Center
Community Alerts and Reminders
Palisades Tahoe Parking Reservations Required: Parking reservations are required prior to 1 PM on weekends and holidays. Limited free and paid reservations remain. Plan ahead or use alternative transportation including the TART bus. Source: Palisades Tahoe Parking
Measles Vaccination Reminder: With three confirmed measles cases in Placer County, now is a good time to confirm your MMR vaccination status, especially for children and teens. No public exposure sites were identified in this outbreak, but measles spreads easily. Source: Placer County Public Health
June 2 Election Ballot Order Set: A randomized alphabet drawing has set the ballot order for the June 2 election. Candidates and local measures will appear in a non-alphabetical order determined by the drawing. Source: Sierra Sun
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