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Everline Resort & Spa Debuts Monthly Wine Maker Dinner Series

March 29, 2024 | Kristin Derrin

Everline Resort & Spa Welcomes Wagner Family of Wine for Pairing Dinner for First Event

Olympic Valley, Calif. (March 27, 2024) – Everline Resort & Spa, a spacious mountain resort in North Lake Tahoe, introduces a monthly wine maker dinner series at Six Peaks Grille. For the first event, the resort has partnered with the Wagner Family of Wine, producers of Mer Soleil, Caymus, and several other labels. The dining experience will feature a five-course menu expertly paired with premier selections from the premier Napa Valley estate. 

“We are thrilled to welcome our guests and local community for an incredible dining experience backdropped by our stunning mountain valley setting,” said Steve Uricchio, Director of Food & Beverage at Everline Resort & Spa. “The delicious menu has been specially curated by our talented culinary team to showcase the incredible selections from the Wagner Family of Wines which features some of Napa’s most popular names.”


The five-course menu will begin with a serving of roasted and fermented asparagus with smoked char roe and a brown butter hollandaise paired with the Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay. The meal continues with a second course of charred Brussel leaves and baby kale salad with a toasted miso Caesar dressing paired with the winery’s The Walking Fool Red Blend. The third course features crispy skin black cod with black trumpet mushrooms paired with the Sea Sun Pinot, followed by a fourth course of a grilled ribeye served with broccolini and a roasted garlic potato pave paired with the Caymus Napa Cabernet. The meal concludes with a dessert of whipped cheesecake with caramel, Meyer lemon, toasted graham cracker, and fresh berries paired with the Conundrum white.

The event will take place on Wednesday, April 3 between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. It is $125 per person. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (530) 581-6621 or by visiting Lake Tahoe Fine Dining | Everline Resort & Spa – Six Peaks Grille (destinationhotels.com).

The Wagner Family of Wine was started by Chuck Wagner and his late parents, Lorna and Charlie in 1972. With roots in the Napa Valley region dating back to the 1850s, the Wagner family has worked with the soils and climate of the region to produce fine wine. The wine company produces two world-renowned cabernet sauvignons, the Caymus Napa Valley and Caymus Special Selection. It also produces several other labels including Mer Soleil, Conundrum, Emmolo, Red Schooner, Sea Sun, and Bonanza. 

In addition to Six Peaks Grille, the resort features Asian-inspired comfort food at Iron Road Noodle House, a casual pub atmosphere at Sandy’s Pub, delicious breakfast fare at Cascades, and convenient grab-and-go selections at Bearshine Café. 

For more information or to book a getaway to Everline Resort & Spa, please visit everlineresort.com, or call (530) 412-7034. 

About Everline Resort & Spa

Located in California’s Olympic Valley, Everline Resort & Spa (formerly Resort at Squaw Creek) provides a premier mountain getaway to North Lake Tahoe. The resort offers a year-round destination with ski-in/ski-out access to Palisades Tahoe, championship golf, and relaxing treatments. Travelers can select from the resort’s 405 spacious rooms and suites that reflect a “mountain meets modern” ambience and features grand picture windows with views of the Sierra Nevada scenery. Room options range from resort-style deluxe rooms and residential-style fire place suites to bi-level penthouses. The resort also provides a premier meeting experience with 33,000 square feet of indoor and 14,780 square feet of outdoor event space, including an outdoor pavilion backdropped by a 250-foot cascading waterfall.  

On-site restaurant options include casual dining at Sandy’s Pub, breakfast cuisine at Cascades, a cozy coffeehouse and marketplace at Bearshine Café, delicious ramen selections at the Iron Road Noodle House, and fine dining at Six Peaks Grille. Additional resort amenities include heated swimming pools open year-round, a 150-foot water slide, scenic hiking and biking trails, a fly-fishing center, a cross country ski center, and a private ice-skating rink that is available to guests throughout the winter season.  

The resort is located at 400 Resort Road in Olympic Valley, Calif. For more information on Everline Resort & Spa, please visit EverlineResort.com, or call (530) 412-7034.  Follow the resort on Facebook at @everlineresort, on Instagram at @everlineresort, and on Twitter at @everlineresort.

About Destination by Hyatt

The Destination by Hyatt brand is a diverse collection of independent hotels, resorts and residences that are individual at heart yet connected by a commitment to embody the true spirit of each location. Ranging from upper-upscale to luxury, each property is purposefully crafted to be a place of immersive discoveries, authentic design, and warm and welcoming service. As an honored host, each Destination by Hyatt location connects guests to both people and place—offering a sense of belonging that invites all to make our destination yours. For more information, visit destinationbyhyatt.com. Follow the Destination by Hyatt brand on Instagram: @destinationhotels, Twitter: @Destination, and Facebook: Destination Hotels.

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Mr. Putin, Draw Down That Weapon 

March 28, 2024 | McAvoy Lane

To begin, let us call nuclear weapons what they are, “Weapons of Mass Annihilation.” Call them what we will, their very name strikes terror into our hearts as their presence presupposes an unleashing of enough radiation to poison our air, our soil and our seas…

Those of us who might be vaporized in a nuclear blast will be the lucky ones,

as those who survive will face an ignoble end. So let me be the first on my block to shout out, “DRAW DOWN NOW GOTDAMMIT!” The United Nations will follow, including the United States and Russia, also the seven remaining nuclear armed countries, totaling 13,000 nuclear weapons gone forevermore.

We the people are not warring tribesmen in this 21st century, it is only the politicos who threaten to use nuclear weapons. We can no longer allow politics of power and military technocrats to jeopardize our very existence. We either DRAW DOWN NOW or face the possibility that next month, or perhaps next winter, there very well could be nothing left alive on Earth but cockroaches, and maybe one final performance of Beach Blanket Babylon. Let us make our shout heard loud and clear: “DRAW DOWN NOW GOTDAMMIT!”

When we shout this mantra to guilty parties, and this means you, Mr. Putin, they will hear it coming from every direction, and well, please do accept my congratulations in advance for ridding the earth of this nightmarish threat.

As is our custom, we shall leave the last word to Mr. Twain: “There has never been a just war, never an honorable war -on the part of the instigator of the war. I can see a million years ahead, and this rule will never change.  The loud little handful, as usual, will shout for the war. The pulpit will, warily and cautiously, object -at first; the great big, dull bulk of the nation will rub its sleepy eyes and try to make out why there should be a war, and will say, earnestly and indignantly, ‘It is unjust and dishonorable, and there is not necessity for it,’ then the handful will shout louder.
             Statesmen will invent cheap lies, putting blame upon the nation that is attacked and every man will be glad of those conscience-soothing falsities; thus he will by and by convince himself the war is just, and will thank God for the better sleep he enjoys after this process of grotesque self-deception. There are no holy wars, only alleged holy wars, and I have noticed, God is on both sides in this war, so history repeats itself. All war must be the killing of strangers against whom you feel no personal animosity; strangers whom, in other circumstances, you would help if you found them in trouble, and who would help you if you needed it.

Well, before I had chance to be in another war, the desire to kill people to whom I had not been introduced had passed away.”

Audio: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Fhv4PrH1UuwlhbnTT23zO

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Join the Conversation on Workforce Housing in Incline Village and Crystal Bay

March 27, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by IVCBA Community Engagement Liaison, Jonathon Gardner

The Incline Village Crystal Bay Community & Business Association (IVCBA) and United for Action invite you to engage in shaping Washoe Tahoe workforce housing solutions in 2024. 

We are creating a speaker series that will discuss vital topics like ADUs, financing, and public-private partnerships to address our housing needs.  Your input is crucial to identify preferred topics, meeting durations, and times.  This collaborative effort aims to explore and implement effective housing strategies for our community that were developed by our community.  Join us by sharing your perspectives through our survey, and help us create inclusive solutions for all residents.  Your participation is key to our success.  

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Get ready to Savor the Flavor of Incline Village and Crystal Bay during IVCB Restaurant Week. 

March 27, 2024 | Julie Malkin-Manning

Indulge your palate and immerse yourself in the culinary delights of Incline Village and Crystal Bay as we proudly present the inaugural IVCB Restaurant Week. From April 15 to 21, our community comes together to celebrate the diverse flavors and vibrant dining scene that make our region truly exceptional. Join us for a week-long extravaganza, where every meal is an opportunity to savor the essence of our local eateries and beverage artisans. It’s more than just a celebration; it’s a delicious journey through our community’s culinary landscape.

John Cheney’s Big Water Grille and Gus’ Open Pit Barbecue will both offer IVCB Restaurant Week specials. Big Water Grille presents a $55 Tasting Menu including a starter choice of Korean Fried Chicken, Ahi Tuna Poke, or Caesar Salad; Main Course choice of Miso Glazed Pan Salmon, Braised Beef Short Ribs, or Grilled Chicken Risotto; and a choice of Desserts: Warm Blondie a la Mode or Flourless Chocolate Torte. Over at the always tasty Gus’ Open Pit Barbecue, all diners who purchase a plate entrée will enjoy a bonus three-piece order of Gus’ Signature LATS (iykyk). 

At Alibi Ale’s Incline Public House you’ll find a special $35 dinner menu designed to highlight their inventive and accessible menu including an Alibi Ale (over 21), a choice of Mustache Pretzel or Bean Salad as appetizer, entrée selections of Wagyu Birra Street Taco or Pesto Chicken Sandwich, or if you’re the sharing type, you can select an Italian Sub or Forger Mushroom entrée pizza for two, and Bella’s Carrot Cake for dessert. “Alibi prides itself in being a true Public House, anything we can do to be more involved in our community is welcome here. We are so excited to be part of the first IVCB Restaurant Week to show off our culinary abilities!”, shares manager Sophia Guglin. 

Alibi Ale, Azzara’s, The Soule Domain, Happy Tiers Bakery, Sunshine Deli & Catering, Big Water Grille, Bowl Incline, Gus’ Open Pit Barbecue, Crystal Bay Steak & Lobster House, Osteria Sierra (Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe), Rookies Sports Bar & Grill, Susie Scoops, and Glasses Wine Bar have signed on. 

All IVCB Restaurant Week participants and their specials/promotions are listed at IVCBA.org, and new venues and details are being added regularly. Keep coming back to plan your IVCB Restaurant Week itinerary and consider making reservations! 

IVCB Restaurant Week is presented by IVCBA and supported by Inside Incline. 

If you are a restaurant, bar, or coffee shop interested in participating in IVCB Restaurant Week please email Julie.

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In The News – Women’s history month: Incline Village Patrol Division Capt. Amelia Galicia on being a female leader

March 27, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune on 03/26/2024, Written by Brenna O’Boyle

In honor of March being Women’s History month, Tahoe Daily Tribune has chosen to spotlight Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, Incline Village Patrol Division, Capt. Amelia Galicia. Here’s what Galicia said about being a female leader, her role models and mentors, and what advice she gives women following in her footsteps.

In your career, what signified success?

As a law enforcement professional and division captain, success can be described in many ways. The accolade of being promoted and becoming a leader within a police agency is often one of the most recognizable measures of success.

Attaining a promotion within my field requires an exceptional understanding of the law and the application of the law, intense preparation, determination, hard work, and putting yourself through a grueling testing process. The testing process is often enough to dissuade potential candidates from attempting. Individuals who step outside their comfort zone and do well achieve success.

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The Local Lens – Easter Sunday

March 27, 2024 | Linda Offerdahl

Easter was an important holiday for the Christian community where I grew up in Minnesota. The fifties and sixties were times of Easter bonnets and new dresses, uncomfortable patent leather shoes, and pull-apart beads we called pearls. Sunrise church services and pancake breakfasts served by the youth group were all part of it.  The Easter bunny came; there were Easter egg hunts galore. Some things have changed over the decades. 

Our small town’s churches remain ecumenically open to all as they appeal to those looking for a faith-based family.  Web services are available to enjoy a service from the comfort of your home, especially for those unable to attend or not feeling well. We are still likely to get a snowstorm on Easter Sunday! 

The Snapshot and IVCBA Event Calendar has flyers for the myriad celebrations, but I want to point out a few:

Maundy Thursday services at St. Patrick’s are held at St. John in the Wilderness (Chapel at Camp Galilee) in Zephyr Cove. Carpooling from the church at 6:15.

Sunday Mass at St. Francis of Assisi with Easter Egg hunt for the kids. 

A Community Good Friday service at Cornerstone Church, a collaboration with The Village Church and Four Square Church, includes a separate children’s program.

Easter Sunday services at all churches, with Easter egg hunts either before or after.

The Village Church has Maundy Thursday Service at 7pm at The Village Church, and Sunday – Easter Service at 10am and a brunch following at The Village Church

Sunrise Service with at Burnt Cedar with Pastor Jeff Ogden at 7:15 am.

TAHOE TOCCATA performance TONIGHT at St. Francis!

ALSO TO BE ENJOYED EASTER WEEKEND!

Easter Brunch and Easter Bunny at Bowl Incline

Easter brunch at the Hyatt

“Easter” lemon with lavender icing cupcakes at Sunshine Deli

What would Sunday morning be without cinnamon rolls from Happy Tiers! They are serving up hot cross buns, and all the Easter themed goodies.

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School Update with Incline Education Fund

March 26, 2024 | Mary Danahey

Submitted by Incline Education Fund 03/25/2024, Written by Mary Danahey

Congratulations to the recent IMS Spelling Bee winners:

8th gr: Aspen Reichert 

7th gr: DJ Galloway 

6th gr: Isabella Bascunan Fernandez

STEM EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD

Huge Congratulations to both IES Makerspace Teacher, Trina Kleinhenz for receiving the Northwest Nevada STEM Educator of the Year Award and to Incline Middle School for becoming a STEM Designated School !  

We are very proud of their hard work and dedication in preparing ALL of our students for the rigor of Incline High School and are excited to have the first and only K12 STEM pathway in Nevada!

-Principal Tierney Cahill

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Articles this week were submitted by IHS Principal, Tierney Cahill

Incline High’s Lemelson-MIT InvenTeam Shines at Mid-Grant Review

In an impressive showcase of innovation and teamwork, Incline High School’s Lemelson-MIT InvenTeam, under the guidance of their standout teacher Mr. Shoda, recently held their Mid-Grant Review, drawing experts from various fields to offer feedback on their pioneering project. The event was a crucial milestone in their journey to EurekaFest at MIT this June, where they will present their invention, Snowsense.

Donning their light blue Lemelson-MIT polos, the team embodied unity and professionalism as they presented their work to date before breaking into groups to dive deeper into their data, design, and the challenges they face. This interactive session allowed experts to offer targeted advice and troubleshooting tips, a process mandated by MIT to ensure teams are on the right track. The oversight and participation of the professor overseeing the grant via Zoom underscored the importance of this review in the overall project timeline.

The InvenTeam’s project, Snowsense, aims to revolutionize how snow load on structures is measured and reported. By developing a device and accompanying smartphone app to alert property owners of potential snow overload in real time, the team is addressing a significant concern for regions prone to heavy snowfall.

The rigorous questioning by guests in attendance highlighted the depth of their research and the progress they’ve made in developing their invention. Feedback from the session was overwhelmingly positive, with experts contributing valuable insights, potential solutions, and considerations to further refine Snowsense.

The involvement of professionals, including engineers, architects, and patent lawyers, provided the team with a wealth of knowledge, helping them identify areas for improvement and refinement. This interaction was not only a testament to the team’s hard work but also an invaluable opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals.

As the Incline High InvenTeam heads into the final stretch before EurekaFest, the enthusiasm and commitment to their project are more palpable than ever. Their journey is a remarkable example of what young minds can achieve with the right guidance, support, and opportunity to innovate.

The Incline community eagerly awaits their presentation at EurekaFest, where they will stand as one of only eight schools nationwide selected for this prestigious opportunity to showcase their invention to a panel of MIT engineers. With the progress they’ve shown and the feedback incorporated, there’s little doubt that the Incline High InvenTeam will leave a lasting impression on the world of STEM.

Highlanders Impress at the Rotary International Club Talent Contest

The Incline Rotary Clubs provided a magnificent platform this Thursday for a display of exceptional talents, as our own Highlanders took the stage to compete in vocal, instrumental, and speech contests. Hosted with grace by both local Rotary International Clubs, the event saw an unprecedented number of participants, each bringing their unique flair and dedication to the fore.

The competition was stiff, with performances that spoke volumes of the hard work and passion invested by the students. Judges were met with the challenging task of determining winners amidst a sea of talent, particularly when it came to resolving ties in several categories.

Sequoia Denton emerged as the star of the vocal competition, enchanting everyone with her superior vocal performance. The instrumental category witnessed a tie, a testament to the exceptional skills of Keenan Artle and Abby Duckworth, who both stood out with their musical mastery.

In the speech competition, Lainey Lowden distinguished herself with a compelling speech about her transformative experience volunteering as a medical assistant in the Dominican Republic. Her poignant reflections and the impact of her journey resonated deeply, earning her the top spot.

The competition also highlighted the significant potential of upcoming talent, notably sophomore Jesus Aguirre Gomez, who, as one of three tying for second place, signaled his promise as a contender in next year’s competition.

Other remarkable performances deserving of mention include vocalist Isabelle Avenier, whose melodious voice captivated all; orator Emily Suarez-Moises, who demonstrated exceptional eloquence of kindness; drummer Willemina Dukes, who impressed with her rhythmic prowess; and vocalist Zane Richards, whose performance was both powerful and he totally rocked the house.

This event’s success is greatly attributed to the unwavering support and organization by Incline’s two Rotary International clubs, champions of fostering artistic and expressive skills among our youth. Their efforts in creating such a platform are invaluable, ensuring our students have the opportunity to excel, compete, and showcase their talents.

Reflecting on the evening’s array of talents, it’s evident that our Highlanders not only participated but truly impressed, setting a high bar for future competitions. Congratulations to all who took part and to the winners for making the Highlander community immensely proud. A special note of gratitude goes to Denise Menzies, Leslie Herrmann, and all of the Rotarians who attended and judged the event, their support and expertise are invaluable in nurturing our students’ growth and success.

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Washoe County Manager Eric Brown Annual Meeting Presentation

March 25, 2024 | Member Submitted

Here is the slideshow presentation from Washoe County Manager Eric Brown from the IVCBA Annual Meeting last Wednesday at the Chateau.

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Attention Business Owners: FinCEN Reporting Requirements

March 25, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted 3/25/2024, Written by Jeremy Krenek, Lakeside Lawyers

If you own a business (corporations, LLCs, etc.) you are now subject to new reporting requirements or you could be subject to substantial monetary fines and/or jail time.

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”), a bureau of the United States Department of Treasury, exchanges information with foreign financial intelligence units around the world in support of U.S. and foreign financial crime investigations.  Put simply, they investigate and prosecute money launderers.  You may be familiar with the form that you have to fill out at the bank if you deposit more than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000) cash at a time.  FinCEN has now implemented a new Reporting Rule for companies which became effective January 1, 2024.

The Reporting Rule requires certain entities to file beneficial ownership information (“BOI”) reports to FinCEN.  Reports contain information about the entity itself and two categories of individuals: (1) beneficial owners; and (2) company applicants.  A beneficial owner is an individual who controls at least Twenty-Five Percent (25%) of a company or has substantial control over the company.  A company applicant is an individual who directly files or is primarily responsible for the filing of the document that creates or registers the company.

Starting on January 1, 2024, BOI reports must be filed electronically using FinCEN’s secure filing system.  According to FinCEN, “FinCEN will store BOI reports in a centralized database and only share this information with authorized users for purposes specified by law.  The database will use rigorous information security methods and controls typically used in the Federal government to protect non-classified yet sensitive information systems at the highest security level.”

Deadline to File

Reporting companies created or registered to do business before January 1, 2024, will have until January 1, 2025, to file their initial BOI reports.

Reporting companies created or registered on or after January 1, 2024, and before January 1, 2025, have 90 calendar days after receiving actual or public notice that their company’s creation or registration is effective to file their initial BOI reports.  Specifically, this 90-calendar day deadline runs from the time the company receives actual notice that its creation or registration is effective, or after a secretary of state or similar office provides public notice of its creation or registration, whichever is earlier.

Reporting companies created or registered on or after January 1, 2025, will have 30 calendar days from actual or public notice that the company’s creation or registration is effective to file their initial BOI reports.


1 An individual exercises substantial control over a reporting company if the individual meets any of the following criteria: (1) the individual is a senior officer; (2) the individual has authority to appoint or remove certain officers or a majority of directors of the reporting company; (3) the individual is an important decision-maker; or (4) the individual has any other form of substantial control over the reporting company.

2 A reporting company is not required to report its company applicants if it is a domestic company reporting a company created before January 1, 2024.

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Give to charities, save on taxes

March 25, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted on 3/25/2024, written By David Vomund

I’m not a CPA, nor do I want to be.  I’m an investment adviser who doesn’t pretend to be a tax expert.  But I do know that many retirees want to save on taxes and also help charities.  Here are two methods:  

Donate Stock – If you own stock with big long-term profits but don’t want to sell and pay the tax then consider donating all or part of the position to a charity.  You’ll avoid a capital gains tax and if you pass that savings along to the charity then they’ll receive more than if you gave them cash.  

Most people don’t itemize deductions.  In fact, about 90 percent of taxpayers take advantage of today’s large standard deduction.  For 2024 the standard deduction is $14,600 for single taxpayers and $29,200 for married taxpayers that file jointly.  A gifted stock is tax deductible, but avoiding the capital gains tax makes this approach worthwhile even if you don’t itemize.  

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) – If you are over the age of 72 and have a traditional IRA, then you are required to take annual distributions.  Those distributions are taxes as ordinary income.  Instead of directly donating to a charity, a better method is a “qualified charitable distribution.”  Under a QCD the account owner instructs the custodian to send the distribution directly from the IRA to the qualified charity.  The donation counts toward the required minimum distribution but isn’t taxed as income.  

Alternatively, you can pay tax on the IRA withdrawals and then write off the charitable donation, but as stated earlier most people don’t itemize.  For most retirees, it’s best to do a QCD and take the standard deduction when filing taxes.  

Qualified Charitable Distributions lower your reported taxable income, which in turn lowers your state taxes.  That’s inconsequential in Nevada but in high tax states like California a QCD will lower state taxes.  

Keep in mind the distribution needs to go to a qualified 501(c)3 charity.  Sorry, it doesn’t work to send money to your beneficiaries.  

It’s too late to donate stock or make a QCD for 2023 but taxes are on peoples’ mind now so plan now and act before year end.  The two methods I’ve highlighted will reduce your tax burden and help your favorite charities.  Best of all, charitable distributions can be made year after year.  Consult a tax professional before making a donation.

David Vomund is an Incline Village-based Independent Investment Advisor.  Information is found at www.VomundInvestments.com or by calling 775-832-8555.  Clients hold the positions mentioned in this article.  Past performance does not guarantee future results.  Consult your financial advisor before purchasing any security.

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