by n Staff Reportn editor@tahoedailytribune.comn | Jan 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
STATELINE, Nev. – Guests at Heavenly Mountain Resort were rope evacuated from a broken lift on Sunday, Jan. 11, after spending more than an hour on the chair.
At around 1:30 p.m., the Boulder Lift stopped operating. The lift maintenance team responded immediately but was unable to get the lift running again. At 2:50 p.m., the decision was made to have Ski Patrol rope evacuate the guests on the chair.
“Heavenly Ski Patrol evacuated 55 guests, with no reported injuries, and the evacuation was safely completed at approximately 5 p.m.,” said Shaydar Edelmann, VP and GM of Heavenly Mountain Resort, in a statement to the Tribune.
“We apologize to our skiers and riders who were inconvenienced by this event and greatly appreciate the efforts of our team members who safely took care of our guests,” Edelmann continued. “We place the highest value on the safety of our guests and will resolve the issue before re-opening the Boulder Lift to the public.”
Boulder Lift remains closed until further notice.
by n Staff Reportn editor@tahoedailytribune.comn | Jan 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — The Rotary Club of Tahoe-Incline, in partnership with the Incline Village Interact Club, made up of local youth leaders, is hosting a community-wide mobility equipment collection to support Crutches 4 Africa, a nonprofit organization that provides life-changing mobility aids to people in underserved nations across Africa.
The program collects gently used mobility equipment and redistributes it to individuals who otherwise would have no access to medical mobility support. These donations help restore independence, dignity, and opportunity while also reducing waste by keeping usable equipment out of local landfills.
The Rotary and Interact Clubs are encouraging residents to clean out garages and storage spaces and donate items such as crutches, elbow crutches, wheelchairs, walkers, rollators, leg braces, prosthetic limbs, aircast walker boots, and ski poles.
All donated items may be dropped off at Tahoe Family Solutions Thrift Shop, located at 797 Southwood Blvd in Incline Village, through March.
“This project reflects the very heart of Rotary,” said Pam Sheldon, President of the Incline Village Rotary Club. “Our community has an incredible opportunity to support our local youth leaders while making a meaningful global impact. Something no longer needed here can completely change someone’s life elsewhere.”
The project highlights Rotary’s commitment to service above self and provides hands-on leadership experience for Interact Club members, reinforcing the importance of compassion, sustainability, and global citizenship.
Community members interested in learning more about how donated equipment is refurbished and distributed can visit crutches4africa.org.
The Incline Village Rotary Club and Interact Club extend their sincere thanks to the community for supporting this effort and helping make a lasting difference.
For additional information, visit www.crutches4africa.org or www. tahoeinclinerotary.org
by n Staff Reportn editor@tahoedailytribune.comn | Jan 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
STATELINE, Nev. – The Tahoe Knight Monsters announced the signing of goaltender Jacob Mucitelli.
Mucitelli joins the Knight Monsters from the Birmingham Bulls of the SPHL, where he posted a 7-5-2 record in 14 starts this season.
Mucitelli split his time in college among three different schools, starting his career at Clarkson University, then transferring to the University of Maine, and concluding his career at Aurora University.
This will be Mucitelli’s second stint in the ECHL this season, as he previously signed as an Emergency Backup Goalie (EBUG) with the Wheeling Nailers.
The Knight Monsters return home on Sunday, January 11, 2026, to take on the Utah Grizzlies at Tahoe Blue Event Center. Puck drop is at 3:00 pm, with pregame coverage on the Knight Monsters broadcast network beginning at 2:50 pm. Ticket packages for the 2025-26 season are now available. For more information, visit www.knightmonstershockey.com
by n Staff Reportn editor@tahoedailytribune.comn | Jan 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
STATELINE, Nev. – The Tahoe Knight Monsters defeated the Utah Grizzlies 3-2 on Sunday to earn themselves a three-game sweep.
In a low-scoring first period, Grizzlies defenseman Noah Ganske found the back of the net to give Utah a 1-0 lead headed into the second period. In the period, Tahoe goaltender Jacob Mucitelli exited the game after the goal was scored, and Jordan Papirny entered in relief.
In the middle frame, Tahoe found its stride offensively. Samuel Mayer extended his league lead in goals amongst defensemen with his ninth to make it 1-1. Later in the period, Captain Luke Adam found the back of the net to give the Knight Monsters a 2-1 lead headed into the third.
In the third and final period, Utah tied the game thanks to a goal by Evan Friesen to level the score at 2. Finally, with just over three minutes left in regulation, Mayer scored again, giving him an even 10 goals on the season, and lifting Tahoe to a 3-2 home win.
After entering in relief, Papirny stopped 25 of 26 Utah shots and earned himself the win, his 10th of the season.
Tahoe hits the road next week as they travel to take on the Wichita Thunder on Friday, January 16. Puck drop is at 5:05 pm PT, with pregame coverage beginning on the Knight Monsters broadcast network at 4:55 pm PT.
The Knight Monsters return home on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, to take on the Utah Grizzlies at Tahoe Blue Event Center. Puck drop is at 7:00 pm, with pregame coverage on the Knight Monsters broadcast network beginning at 6:50 pm. Ticket packages for the 2025-26 season are now available. For more information, visit www.knightmonstershockey.com
