It's Snowing!
TNT This Week: February 16 - February 22, 2026
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This Week at a Glance
Winter Storm Warning in effect through Tuesday night - 3-5 feet of snow expected by the next TNT This Week!
Truckee Navigation Center opens February 25 - New facility unveiled ahead of opening to support local homeless services and community stability.
Alessandro Barbieri advances to Olympic halfpipe finals - Local Tahoe athlete competing in Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics representing Team Italy.
Washoe Tribe acquires over 10,000 acres of ancestral land - Historic land return includes significant acreage around Lake Tahoe region.
Fanny Bridge reopens in Tahoe City – The iconic Tahoe City bridge (finally) completed a $10.7M rebuild adding bike lanes and safety improvements.
Skier fatality at Northstar – 26-year-old skier dies on advanced terrain earlier this week.
Safeway crash suspect charged – Driver accused in Truckee Little League fundraiser crash now faces eight counts of attempted murder.
Weather Outlook
A significant winter storm system is approaching, bringing the first major snowfall since… well a long time. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from Saturday 10pm through Tuesday 10pm.
Expect difficult travel conditions, especially Monday night through Tuesday.
Monday (Presidents Day)
Heavy snow. High 36°F. 10–14”. Gusts up to 30 mph.
Monday Night
Heavy snow continues. Low 16°F. 9–13”. Gusts up to 45 mph.
Tuesday
Major storm day. High 27°F. 18–24”. Gusts up to 45 mph.
Tuesday Night
Heavy snow. Low 12°F. 10–14”. Gusts up to 45 mph.
Wednesday
Snow showers. High 24°F. 2–4”. Breezy.
Wednesday Night
Snow likely. Low 12°F. 4–8”.
Thursday
Snow continues. High 26°F. Additional accumulation likely.
Thursday Night
Snow tapering. Low 10°F.
Friday
Chance of snow. High 32°F.
Friday Night
Chance of snow. Low 13°F.
Saturday
Slight chance of snow. High 36°F.
Saturday Night
Chance of snow. Low 19°F.
Sunday
Slight chance of snow. High 40°F.
Local News and Community Updates
Navigation Center Prepares for Opening - The Truckee Navigation Center unveiled its facility this week ahead of its February 25 opening. The center will provide temporary housing, case management, and connections to permanent housing solutions. This marks a major step forward in addressing housing instability in the region.
Historic Land Return - The Washoe Tribe has successfully acquired over 10,000 acres of ancestral land in one of the largest tribal land returns in California history. The land sits within traditional territories in the Lake Tahoe region and restores stewardship to the Tribe.
Fanny Bridge Reopens - Tahoe City’s Fanny Bridge reopened after a $10.7 million reconstruction project that added modern safety features, wider sidewalks, and bike lanes.
Northstar Incident - A 26-year-old skier died this week following an accident on advanced terrain at Northstar California Resort.
Safeway Crash Update - The suspect accused of intentionally driving into a Little League fundraiser outside the Truckee Safeway now faces eight counts of attempted murder. Community support efforts for victims are ongoing.
Upcoming Events (This Week)
Monday, Feb 17 (Presidents Day)
Integration Circle with Tahoe Psychedelic Society - The Alchemy Space, 5:30 PM
Tuesday, Feb 18
CANCELLED: Good Morning Truckee “The Future of Snow” - Event cancelled due to anticipated weather conditions
Planning Commission Meeting - Town of Truckee, 6:00 PM in Council Chambers
Alibi Trivia Night Benefiting Mountain Area Preservation Rescheduled to 2/24
Wednesday, Feb 19
Community Day at Palisades Tahoe - Discounted lift tickets for locals. Storm conditions likely. Check for wind holds.
Thursday, Feb 20
Truckee Chamber Lunch & Learn: Google Workspace & AI - Midday professional development session. Hosted by Truckee Chamber.
Tahoe XC Full Moon Snowshoe (Weather Permitting) - Evening guided snowshoe experience. Advance registration required.
Truckee Donner Library Storytime -Morning session for toddlers and preschoolers. Free.
Friday, Feb 21
Live Music at Moody’s Bistro - Evening performance. Reservations recommended.
Family Open Gym at Truckee Community Rec Center - Indoor play session. Great storm-day option.
Saturday, Feb 22
Tahoe Donner Snowshoe Tour - Guided snowshoe tour through fresh snow conditions.
Truckee Roundhouse Open Maker Hours - Community workshop access. Check hours due to storm impacts.
Sunday, Feb 23
Sunday Brunch at Cottonwood Restaurant - Classic brunch with views over historic downtown.
Avalanche Forecast
With significant new snow loading expected from this storm system, avalanche danger will likely increase substantially. Check current forecasts before any backcountry travel.
Local Olympics Watch
A quick look at how our Tahoe/Truckee athletes are performing in Milano-Cortina 2026.
Results
Keely Cashman and AJ Hurt (Team Palisades Tahoe) represented Team USA in the debut of the Olympic Team Combined alpine skiing event, a new format designed to showcase both speed and technical skill in a single competition. They finished 7th overall in the event.
Hanna Percy finished third in her 1/8 final and did not advance in Women’s Snowboard Cross.
JC Schoonmaker made the semifinals in the Mens Sprint before being eliminated.
Still to Compete
Feb 16
Hahna Norman – Snowboard Slopestyle
Feb 18
AJ Hurt & Nina O’Brien – Slalom
Feb 19
Abby Winterberger – Ski Halfpipe