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In The News – Alibi Ale Works: Still pouring pints after 10 years

November 1, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 10/31/2024, Written by Robert Galloway

With an initial vision of a brewery focused on packaging beer and selling it regionally, co-founders Kevin Drake and Rich Romo opened Alibi Ale Works in Incline Village in December of 2014. After about a year, Alibi began wholesaling their beer and quickly realized they might be outgrowing their space.

“This staff room was busy. We went from limited hours, five days a week, to more broad hours, seven days a week,” said Drake. “We were starting to host events and were pretty busy. We already felt like we were partly outgrowing this space, just given its size, limited parking, and all those things.”

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Giving Thanks by Giving Back: A Community Thanksgiving

October 31, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church “Community Thanksgiving” 

VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS NEEDED

Now entering its 15th year, Community Thanksgiving is a popular and successful annual community event in North Tahoe, beloved by volunteer hosts, cooks, and guests alike. The model is not a “charity” meal, but a gathering of all who wish a festive, delicious, FREE communal feast–locals and visitors alike.

Held at the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach, Community Thanksgiving serves not only those present in a decorated dining room, but also those who receive deliveries of warm meals–from Crystal Bay to Tahoma, Incline to Truckee, and to our seniors and unhoused neighbors. Last year, over 700 people enjoyed a delicious meal on our well-managed budget!

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Deborah Hakam is the Event Coordinator who organizes donations of food from restaurants and businesses; purchases needed grocery and service items; recruits volunteer chefs, servers, and drivers; and manages food preparation and service from the kitchen. Clare Novak and Michelle Okashima assist with community publicity and volunteer packets.

Our goal this year is to raise $2500 to cover our costs. WILL YOU PLEASE HELP US?

Your check may be made payable to St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church with “Community Thanksgiving” in the Memo line. Please mail to: St. Patrick’s, 341 Village Blvd., Incline Village, NV 89451. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church is a 501(c)(3) organization, so donations are tax deductible. Acknowledgement of donations will be by receipt from St. Patrick’s.

Thank you for your generosity!

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In The News – How Sierra Nevada’s newest sawmill advances Tahoe’s forest health

October 30, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 10/25/2024, Katelyn Welsh

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Drivers heading up or down Highway 50 as it opens up into Carson City may have noticed stacks of logs piled to the south. The 40 acres where those logs reside is Washoe Tribe land and now the location of Tahoe Forest Products, the first new industrial-scale sawmill in the Sierra Nevada in several decades.

“The question of why get into the sawmill business,” company chairman Kevin Leary says, “when most of the industry is currently losing money is a very good one.”

The answer highlights a shift forest management and its urgency. Leary explains after fires like Caldor, Tamarack and others that have burned millions of acres in California, it’s ignited a political and public push to get a handle on the unhealthy and overstocked forests that have lead up to this mega-fire crisis.

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Wildwood Open Lands Foundation 2024: A Year of Growth and Impact

October 29, 2024 | Member Submitted

Member News Brief; Submitted by Wildwood Open Lands Foundation

As 2024 draws to a close, we at the Wildwood Open Lands Foundation are proud to share the progress we’ve made in supporting responsible recreation and open lands preservation. Here’s a snapshot of what we’ve been up to this year:

  • Stewardship Events: We hosted four stewardship events, bringing together community members passionate about caring for our shared spaces.
  • Training Sessions on Responsible Recreation: To support responsible outdoor activity, we delivered six hands-on training sessions, equipping participants with knowledge to recreate responsibly and protect natural resources.
  • Leave-No-Trace Education: In collaboration with Sierra Watershed Education Partners, we conducted twelve sessions on Leave-No-Trace principles, empowering individuals to make sustainable choices in nature.
  • Backcountry Experiences: Leading two immersive backcountry events into public lands, we focused on outdoor ethics and sustainable off-road travel, providing participants a deeper connection with our local wilderness.
  • Community Engagement: We had the honor of presenting Wildwood’s work at several Nevada community events, emphasizing the power of partnerships in preserving our region’s beautiful open lands.

Looking ahead to 2025, we’re eager to explore new opportunities for engaging with the Incline Village community. Whether through partnerships or championing community-led initiatives, we see great potential for extending our mission and fostering an even greater connection with our shared environment.

Stay tuned for updates—

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KUNR Public Radio to open studio at University of Nevada, Reno Lake Tahoe

October 29, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally published by KUNR Public Radio, 10/24/2024, by KUNR Staff

KUNR Public Radio, a unit under the Reynolds School of Journalism, has announced its plans to build a new studio at the University of Nevada, Reno Lake Tahoe campus.

Support from the University will help to build a new studio and office space, allowing KUNR to broadcast live from the lake by summer 2025. In addition to the station, the University will fund a dedicated Lake Tahoe reporter for the first two years.

“The University is proud to support local journalism at the lake through this new role at our University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe campus and we’re excited to create a space for student journalists to practice their craft, to learn alongside KUNR,” said Provost Jeff Thompson.

With the addition of the new studio, the Reynolds School and KUNR plan to expand their internship program, the Lake Tahoe News Project, allowing more students to learn and report from the Lake. 

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Photo: from the KUNR at Lake Tahoe event on October 23, 2024 at Prim Library on the UNR at Lake Tahoe campus.

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Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Debuts Special Day of the Dead Menu and Live Music at Cutthroat’s Saloon

October 29, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, a spacious resort nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and on the shore of Lake Tahoe, will debut a special menu and live music for Dia de los Muertos. The holiday-themed menu will be served at the Cutthroat’s Saloon between October 28 and November 2. El Trio de Dos, a local mariachi band will perform in celebration of the holiday on both November 1 and 2 between 6 and 8 p.m.

“We’re thrilled to celebrate the rich traditions of Dia de los Muertos by offering these special experiences at Cutthroat’s Saloon,” said Andrew De Lapp, resort manager at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino. “This culinary experience not only honors the vibrant flavors of Mexican culture, but also invites our guests to join in a meaningful celebration of life and remembrance.”

The special menu consists of green pozole and house-made tamales. Diners can also enjoy dulce de calabaza, and a traditional Mexican sweet bread filled with custard, called pan de muerto. There will also be two cocktails on the menu, a ‘cinnamon sugar skull,’ and a ‘pumpkin spice martini.” 

To read more about Cutthroat’s Saloon and the other dining options at Lake Tahoe, please visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com/Dining

To preview the music of El Trio de Dos, please visit https://www.facebook.com/ElTrioDeDos/ 

For more information or to book a getaway to Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, please visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com, or call (775) 832-1234.

About Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino

Ideally situated on the pristine shores of North Lake Tahoe, the AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino offers majestic lake and mountain views from its 422 guest rooms, including 32 suites and 24 lakeside cottages. The resort epitomizes modern alpine luxury with its exposed wood beams, rich leathers, and granite accents. Guests can enjoy premium amenities such as a private beach with a 275-foot floating pier, a year-round heated lagoon-style pool, two hot tubs, a 25,000 square-foot Grand Lodge Casino, and 65,000 square feet of flexible indoor/outdoor meeting and event space, including the picturesque Lakeside Ballroom, Tahoe’s premier lakeside venue. Additional features include a 20,000 square-foot Stillwater Spa with 16 treatment rooms, multiple restaurants and bars, pet-friendly accommodations, a fully-equipped Hyatt StayFit gym with Peloton bikes, and an on-site Adventure program offering guided activities. Recognized for excellence, the resort has garnered numerous awards including Travel + Leisure’s 500 Best Hotels in the World, Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best in the West Smart Meetings Smart Stars Awards, and U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotel Awards.

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino is located on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe, at 111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV, 89451. For more information, visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com or follow the resort on Facebook or Instagram.

About Hyatt Regency hotels 

The Hyatt Regency brand is a global collection of hotels and resorts found in more than 200 locations in over 40 countries around the world. The depth and breadth of this diverse portfolio, from expansive resorts to urban city centers, is a testament to the brand’s evolutionary spirit. For more than 50 years, the Hyatt Regency brand has championed fresh perspectives and enriching experiences, while its forward-thinking philosophy provides guests with inviting spaces that bring people together and foster a spirit of community. As a hospitality original, Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts are founded on openness—our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration. The brand prides itself on an everlasting reputation for insightful care—one that welcomes all people across all countries and cultures, generation after generation.
For more information, please visit hyatt.com

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In The News – Art detectives hunt for Jackson Pollock paintings at Lake Tahoe

October 29, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 10/29/2024, Written by Brenna O’Boyle

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – Art forgery expert, Curtis Dowling, has authenticated priceless works across the globe. On Sunday, Oct. 27, his team may have found their most intriguing find yet on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. 

“London, Paris have these big art collections. People owning massive collections of really famous paintings,” Dowling said. “Then you come somewhere like this and all of a sudden you meet somebody in a normal house that could have 40 Jackson Pollock (paintings) worth a billion quid (about $1,297,000,000). That’s the exciting thing about it. We don’t come anywhere unless we’re pretty certain that we’re not looking at the washroom door, and that it’s going to be good.” 

Dowling was elated at the possibility. He spent more than three decades in the fine art world, with 15 years exposing fakes. Beyond his work as an art detective, Dowling has built a career as a lecturer, author, and television personality, investigating art fraud cases worldwide.

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TRPA Board Welcomes New General Counsel

October 25, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by TRPA

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board today voted unanimously to offer the position of TRPA General Counsel to attorney Graham St. Michel to oversee compliance cases, violation settlements, and other legal issues for the bi-state agency. He will fill the position held by John L. Marshall, who served as TRPA counsel for a total of 25 years.

St. Michel, who is a graduate of South Tahoe High School, has served as TRPA’s associate counsel since February of this year. He holds a bachelor’s degree in public policy from the University of Southern California and a juris doctorate from Lewis & Clark Law School. St. Michel has practiced law for 16 years, including private practice, and has served as in-house counsel with the California Department of Conservation and the California Tahoe Conservancy.

“I have dedicated my professional life to environmental law and public service, and TRPA’s mission has been a guiding inspiration for me from the start,” St. Michel said.

“The board welcomes Graham, and I am confident he will continue to safeguard the public’s interest in protecting and restoring Lake Tahoe,” TRPA Governing Board Chair and Placer County Supervisor Cindy Gustafson said. “We thank John Marshall for his years of service and for helping to build the legal underpinnings of this unique agency.”

Marshall was a key member of the legal team which successfully defended Regional Plan policies protecting sensitive stream environment zones in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. The case, Tahoe Sierra Preservation Council v. Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, is often cited in environmental law and public policy literature.

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency leads the cooperative effort to preserve, restore, and enhance the unique natural and human environment of the Lake Tahoe Region, while improving local communities, and people’s interactions with our irreplaceable environment. For additional information, contact Jeff Cowen, Public Information Officer, at (775) 589-5278 or jcowen@trpa.gov.

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In The News – Incline High ranks 14th out of 75+ high schools in Nevada

October 24, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 10/18/2024, Written by Brenna O’Boyle

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – Incline High ranked No. 14 out of more than 75 schools statewide and No. 2,114 out of almost 18,000 public high schools nationally, according to a recent best high school rankings report by U.S. News and World Report. 

The Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology (AACT) ranked No. 3, Galena High School ranked No. 8 and Reno High School earned the No. 12 slot in Nevada. 

“I am incredibly proud of our school community for being ranked 14th in the state by U.S. News and World Report,” said Principal Tierney Cahill. “As a five-star school, this recognition highlights the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, and families, especially the progress we’ve made in key areas like supporting our multilingual learners in achieving language proficiency.” 

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In The News – Local ski resorts gear up for winter season with exciting updates

October 23, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 10/18/2024, Written by Zoe Meyer

LAKE TAHOE – As winter approaches, local ski resorts are making headlines with fresh developments and events aimed at enhancing the skiing experience. Here’s a look at what’s new at some of the area’s favorite destinations.

Mt. Rose

As Mt. Rose prepares for its 60th anniversary season, $2.2 million in renovations are underway, including a complete dining area overhaul with a new Taco Bar, snowmaking enhancements, and trail improvements. The resort’s popular ‘Open Late’ schedule will now include Fridays and Saturdays starting in Feb. 2025.

Mt. Rose has also formed a partnership with Snowball Effect to engage local youth in winter sports and combat declining participation rates. This collaboration aims to bring snowboarding to schools and develop a comprehensive curriculum for young athletes.

Opening Day: Nov. 8.

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