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Congratulations
Christine Perry of Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, an affiliate of the global luxury real estate network, has been named to the Christie's International Real Estate 2023 Masters Circle.
Rocklin Area Chamber of Commerce
Listed under: Economy & Jobs Neighborhoods
A milestone from Sierra Sun
Gratitude
When skiers and snowboarders purchase discounted lift tickets through the Skiing for Schools program, all proceeds benefit the Excellence in Education Foundation.
In Memory Of
Beloved South Lake Tahoe professional skier Kyle Smaine reportedly died in an avalanche in Japan. Smaine, 31, was skiing on a marketing trip to promote the Ikon Pass and Nagano tourism.
A milestone from Tahoe Daily Tribune
Margaret "Maggie" Vieira, registered nurse with Bartonβs Intensive Care Unit, was selected as a recipient of the DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses.
Dr. Helen Henry Smith, who was instrumental in preserving the Vikingsholm Castle at Lake Tahoe, has been recognized for her efforts with the Golden Bear Award.
Anniversary
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe on Jan. 28 will celebrate eight years since it opened its doors and became a part of the Lake Tahoe community.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Cristi Creegan declared Jan. 20 as Miss Marcia Day in honor of Marcia Sarosik, founder of Lake Tahoeβs Shining Stars.
On Dec. 22, 2022, the family of Michael βMikeyβ Costello said goodbye to the longtime Lake Tahoe resident after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Local teenager Frida Quintero got the opportunity to design a custom limited-edition ski in partnership with Nordica.
New Job
The Eldorado National Forest welcomes Joe Stout as the new forest Supervisor beginning Jan. 17.
Dr. Frederick βFritzβ Wenck Jr, 83, passed peacefully after a long illness on Jan. 5, 2023.
William Joseph Keane III, age 77, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Jan. 6, 2023. He is survived by his two daughters and five grandchildren.
Born on June 21, 1949, Cathy Bixler, a longtime Truckee resident, passed away Oct. 19, 2022, at her home on the Clark Fork River in Idaho.
A milestone from Moonshine Ink
John Hassenplug, community champion and the former general manager of North Tahoe Public Utility District, has died at the age of 82.
Rex and Pat Patterson are celebrating their 50th wedding Anniversary on Jan. 4. The couple were longtime employees of Harrah's.
Beverly Anderson Bev was born in Orange County in 1952 and died on Dec. 21, 2022, in Gardnerville. She moved to Tahoe in 1989.
Born on Feb. 6, 1986, in South Lake Tahoe, Thomas Warren Schwinderman passed away on Dec. 25, 2022.
Birth
Tahoe Forest Health System announced the arrival of the first baby of the New Year, born at 6:58 a.m. Jan. 1.
From Tahoe Daily Tribune
New Research Suggests Increase in βSocial Cost of Carbonβ
In an opinion piece, Sam Ruderman of the Sierra Business Council writes about a powerful tool to help evaluate decisions that impact greenhouse gas emissions.
Jim βMumboβ Mumbert passed away at age 81 on Dec. 14 in Stockton, surrounded by his family.
Rubicon Pizza Co., located in the Village at Northstar, recently awarded a check for $25,000 to the Friends of the Truckee Library.
Larry Kushner, a coach for the Palisades Mighty Mites childrenβs ski program, has passeed away at the age of 76.
The Katz Amsterdam Charitable Trust and Foundation announced $2.46 million in mental and behavioral health grants to be awarded to organizations in nine mountain communities.
The Rotary Club of South Lake Tahoe recently donated $1,500.45 to Live Violence Free's Christmas Wish List. The extra 0.45 cents was a nod to Live Violence Free's 45th year.
From π California Local Editors
The Placer County Board of Supervisors welcomes Placer Countyβs new veterans service officer, Matthew Galvin.
Birthday
Florence Huebner celebrated her 105th birthday on Nov. 27 with two daughters, Denise and Mollie, and sons-in-laws Jeff and Barry, at Solstice Senior Living in Auburn.
Retirement
Officer Mitch Bates retires after 23 years of service. He worked as a school resource officer, serving the Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
Bread & Broth hosted its annual Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 21 at St. Theresa Catholic Church, Grace Hall and over 200 meals meals were served.
Villager Candle Shop, located in the village at Northstar California Resort, marks its 15-year anniversary.
Alfred Joseph Banford, Jr. was born in Salem County, New Jersey, on June 16, 1940, and died peacefully on Nov. 2, 2022.
Hildegard Zellner Albrecht passed away at the age of 95 on Nov. 11, 2022, after having a stroke.
Barton Health is welcoming Dr. S. Bret Chipman, board certified family medicine physician, to its network of primary care providers. Chipman will see adult and pediatric patients at Barton Primary..
Christy Yetter, a registered nurse with Bartonβs Family Birthing Center, was recently selected as a recipient of the DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses.
The Western Placer Unified School Board has accepted a $5,000 donation to Lincoln High School Drama Club from Jan Bedwell of the Lincoln Hills Players.
Azul Latin Kitchen, located in the Heavenly Village, recently gave $25,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
Traceyβs Place of Hope, a shelter for at-risk youth, celebrated its renovation with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 14. It is named after Fred and Angela Biletnikoffβs daughter.
The South Tahoe boysβ tennis team captured its third straight regional championship, topping Truckee 11-7 in the finals to remain unbeaten in league play.
Placer County welcomes Matthew Galvin as its new veterans service officer.
After almost a decade without a new hire, Lincoln Fire Department will welcome nine new firefighters to its team. Funding came from the American Rescue Plan Act, a federal stimulus bill.
On Oct. 22, Placer Nature Center marks 30 years of exposing Sierra foothills residents to the joys of local wildlife and ecosystems, and the lifestyle of Native Americans.
In its heydayβfrom the 1960s through the 1980sβBacchiβs Inn would serve an average of 375 meals a day. After 90 years, the famed Tahoe City locale served its final meal on Sept. 11.
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