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Free firewood gathering for the public at Wrights Lake
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/20/2014 - 10:15pmThe public can get free firewood at the Wrights Lake Recreation Area on October 25-26 and November 1-2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Portions of the area inside the El Dorado National Forest will be open to the public for woodcutting on both weekends. Woodcutters will be issued a free permit on site.
“The Forest Service is looking forward to a safe and successful wood cutting event. Please help us clean up this popular recreation area,” stated Richard Thornburgh, Pacific Ranger District Ranger.
Nineteen positions open on City of South Lake Tahoe Commissions
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/15/2014 - 11:07pmIf you are a South Lake Tahoe area resident and want to be involved in your community, the City Council is looking for you!
They are now collecting applications for two-year appointments to the Airport Land Use Commission, Building/ADA Board of Appeals, Parks & Recreation Commission and the Planning Commission. Some of the openings are for City residents only while others just need to live in the Lake Tahoe basin portion of El Dorado County.
Op/Ed: People need to come out for the Meyers Area Plan meeting on Thursday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/15/2014 - 10:23pmMost of us moved to Meyers because it's a rural community, away from the City & tourist congestion. I am pro-growth, most locals are, as long as it's appropriately sized growth for our community. The proposed Meyer's Plan however, opens the door to a Mega Resort, with incentives for large development and in my mind, lacks long range planning.
I started going to planning meetings last summer, just to listen, but it wasn't until December that I got really concerned. Here's a timeline of events, from my perspective:
Edward Joseph McCarthy 1921 - 2014
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 10:36amWe just wanted to let those that knew our father, Edward Joseph McCarthy, that our father passed away at 10:25pm Thursday night, October 2, 2014, in his Lake Tahoe home at the age of 93. He was surrounded by family members as he slipped away from us.
Sign ups being taken for 11 week Master Gardener training session
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/08/2014 - 10:13pmThe University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) invites adults interested in helping others learn about gardening and landscaping to apply to train as a Lake Tahoe Master Gardener volunteer. UCCE Master Gardener volunteers learn University-based scientific information and then share that knowledge with the gardening community. Master Gardener volunteers are people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Changes on the South Shore: Alta Mira building torn down to improve scenery
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/20/2014 - 9:38pmEarlier this year the California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) purchased three properties in order to provide open space, improve water quality and remove blight.
The first of these properties, the Alta Mira Building, was demolished this week.
"We hope these acquisitions will be just the first wave of our renewed
efforts to partner with the City in helping to revitalize South Lake Tahoe," Tom Davis said in May when the Conservancy Board voted to purchase the building for $2.5 million. He sits on both the Conservancy Board and South Lake Tahoe City Council.
Op/Ed: With a common vision, working for a breakthrough on funding
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/19/2014 - 9:00pm“A breakdown can pave the way for a breakthrough,” California Governor Jerry Brown said at the Lake Tahoe Summit on August 19.
The governor was speaking about the challenges people face in looking beyond their differences for common ground, whether that’s working to craft the $7.5 billion water bond California voters will consider in November or working across state lines to protect and restore Lake Tahoe.
Vail Resorts buys Park City Mountain Resort
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 12:20amVail Resorts, the parent company of South Lake Tahoe's Heavenly Mountain Resort, announced Thursday that they are purchasing Park City Mountain Resort for $183M.
The agreement includes the Park City resort's base area—which include property zoned for residential and commercial development—as well as parking, lower ski terrain and lifts.
Police Chief’s Monthly Report to the South Lake Tahoe Community
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/05/2014 - 10:12pmProperty Crime: Several South Lake Tahoe businesses were disrupted over the past three months (June/July/August) by 19 different smash and grab commercial burglaries. Typically, these burglaries are occurring in the early morning hours (between 3am-9am. The offender(s) have broken windows or glass doors to gain access to these businesses across town. The crimes have not been centralized in any one particular area, although several have occurred in the area of the Y and some of the same businesses have been victimized more than once.
LTCC to receive $17,085.85 check from Liberty Utilities
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/03/2014 - 9:22pmEnergy saving improvements at the Lake Tahoe Community College will soon pay off financially when Liberty Utilities presents a check for $17.085.85 to the LTCC board of directors on September 9.
The check represents all of the rebates the college was eligible for after the improvements were used on campus starting in 2013.
Full day of South Lake Tahoe activities on tap for Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/30/2014 - 11:53pmVisitors and locals alike will find a variety of activities to enjoy in South Lake Tahoe on Sunday, August 31.
The highlight of the day will be the Annual Labor Day Fireworks show. The show features a simultaneous music broadcast that can be heard on local stations KRLT-FM 93.9 and KOWL - AM 1490. Show begins at 8:30 p.m. The fireworks are visible from all over town.
Plastic Bag Ban headed to the Governor Brown's desk
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/30/2014 - 9:30amCalifornia may soon be the first state to have a ban on single use plastic bags.
A ban on single use plastic bags is already in place in South Lake Tahoe and 90 other cities and counties in the state of California, but that may soon change. If Governor Brown signs the bill that was sent to him on Friday, the whole state will have a ban on plastic bags for grocery stores and large pharmacies in 2015 and convenience stores in 2016.
Two new board members for Tahoe Prosperity Center
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/26/2014 - 10:03pmNot only has the Tahoe Prosperity Center has been working on issues to create healthier communities around the lake, they have also been welcoming new members to their Board of Directors.
New to the board are locals John McLaughlin, Chief Financial Officer of Edgewood Companies and Ken Riley, Senior Vice President, Kiewit Infrastructure Group, Inc. They join 24 other community members on the board whose goal is to also promote regional sustainability through economic vitality and by being environmental stewards.
Crawfish and muscles take center stage at MontBleu Resort
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/09/2014 - 10:59pmEvent Date:
August 23, 2014 (All day)
A outdoor feast with the main course arriving straight out of Lake Tahoe and an indoor muscle and fitness protein fest will be the ultimate flex and fry events of the summer, Aug. 23 at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa.
The second annual Boil 'n Fry Day Festival is Lake Tahoe's version of an old fashioned New Orleans crawdad feed, complete with live music at the MontBleu Outdoor Event Center, carnival games, hot wings, barbecue, cold crafted beer and all the fried, boiled or barbecued fresh water crustaceans festival goers can eat.
Update on the BIjou Area Erosion Control Project
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/09/2014 - 12:20amCrews have been working on an underground stormwater system in the Bijou area of South Lake Tahoe. The work is causing both Fairway Drive and Bal Bijou Road to have detours during the week but open and no controls on weekends.
Work is wrapping up with the installation of a box culvert for Bijou Creek and work is now focused on new curbing and inlets. The Bal Bijou storm drain system will be connected at US 50 next week, with curb installation to follow.
Firefighters gain ground on Northern California fires
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/07/2014 - 9:49pmOver 4,016 firefighters have been gaining ground on three major Northern California fires burning in the Sierra.
The Bald Fire is now 91% contained. It had burned 39,926 acres as of 7 p.m. Thursday. According to incident command, there was mostly minimal fire behavior today as smoldering stumpholes and 1,000 hour fuels continue to consume. Isolated interior islands showed moderate rates of spread and some individual torching.The fire is expected to be contained by Friday.
Hit and Run in Carson City leads to high speed chase; Driver arrested in California
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/05/2014 - 7:52pmA 53 year old Reno woman was arrested Tuesday on charges of suspected DUI and eluding officers after she led Nevada Highway Patrol troopers on a high speed chase into California.
Melanie Marnne-Lawson is suspected of rear ending a car in Carson City near the intersection of US 395 and Eastlake, then taking off towards Reno where the NHP spotted her. As they attempted to pull her over in South Reno, Marnne-Lawson failed to pull over for officers and took off reaching speeds in excess of 85 miles per hour along US 395.
Bijou Area Erosion Control Project providing environmental and appearance improvements
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/16/2014 - 12:22amA unanimous vote by the South Lake Tahoe City Council on Tuesday paved the way for the formation of a Community Facilities District (CFD) in the Bijou area which will have a major impact on Lake Tahoe's water quality.
The $18M water project improvements include replacement of the failing Bijou Creek storm drainage culvert and construction of a regional storm water treatment system for the 42-acre Bijou commercial core project area. It will provide a third of the pollutant load reduction in the City's municipal stormwater system.
California DMV crackdown on fraudulent handicapped placards
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/14/2014 - 11:49pmFraudulent Disabled Person Placards (DPP) are on the rise in California and the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is cracking down those people applying for and using them.
Revised Meyers Area Plan Revealed; Community Workshop on June 26th
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/12/2014 - 10:51pmEvent Date:
June 26, 2014 - 6:00pm
The Meyers Area Plan is a long term land use and zoning plan for the Meyers Community that will realize the Meyers Community Vision, assist in achieving and maintaining TRPA’s Environmental Threshold Carrying Capacities, implement the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Sustainable Communities Strategy, and implement the policy direction of both the Regional Plan and General Plan.
El Dorado County Fair Opens in Placerville
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/12/2014 - 10:00pmIt's that time of year again. The county fair, full of funnel cakes, carnival rides, animals, music, exhibits, wheelbarrow races, wine and beer competition and good old fashioned fun.
The El Dorado County Fair opened on Thursday and runs through Sunday, Father's Day at the fairgrounds in Placerville. The theme this year is "Photos, Fathers and Fairs."
The County Sheriff's Office invites community members to stop by their booth and see the brand new state of art patrol vehicles. They'll have a new SUV and sedan on display so people can see inside and check out their new features.
South Lake Tahoe's Loop Road Project Update
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/08/2014 - 11:31pmThe US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project, also known as the Loop Road Project, is halfway through an Environmental Impact Study which should be released in about nine months.
Draft Tahoe Valley Area Plan Ready for Public Review
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/04/2014 - 11:04pmEvent Date:
June 19, 2014 - 6:00pm
The Draft Tahoe Valley Area Plan and accompanying documents were released Wednesday, paving the way for finalization after agency and public review and upcoming comment periods. After community meetings and months of review and planning, the "Town Center" concept has been adopted along with "Greenbelt" portions.
The plan reflects the City of South Lake Tahoe's effort to rekindle the economic vitality and spirit of the Tahoe Valley Community. The plan outlines the community's strategy for resurrection.
Tahoe Area REALTOR® And His Team Raise Over $2,700 For Local Community Causes
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/28/2014 - 9:44amThis spring, local REALTOR® Gregory Cremeans has been actively raising funds for the Reno/Sparks Relay for Life and the Tahoe Pride Equality Scholarship program, which he founded.
In the past month, Gregory hosted a scholarship fundraiser and client appreciation party at TOAST, a locally owned restaurant in Zephyr Cove, NV. This event raised over $700 benefiting Lake Tahoe Community College students.
Highway 50 Car Accident Claims Life of Dayton Teenager
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/23/2014 - 4:50pm4:55 pm update - It has just been reported by the Washoe County Coroner's Office that a second victim in the accident has died. Munoz passed away Wednesday afternoon.
An accident on Tuesday between a car and a big rig on Highway 50 near Dayton, NV has claimed the life of 18 year old David Arroyo Lamas.
Human Trafficking in El Dorado County on the Rise; Presentation at County Supervisor's Meeting Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/19/2014 - 11:34pmIncidents of human trafficking and the commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) are becoming more prevalent in the County of El Dorado and more and more common throughout the country.
From 2010 to 2012, the El Dorado County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) was aware of 3 CSEC cases. From 2013 to present, HHSA is aware of 15 additional CSEC cases, most of which are children in the foster care and/or probation system.
Too Early to Tell Success of New Trash Pick Up Times in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/21/2014 - 4:13pmSince March 3rd, trash pick up times in South Lake Tahoe have been moved to two hours later in an effort to reduce wildlife problems and clean up, according to South Tahoe Refuse, protect our unique environment.
While it's too early to tell if the later times will keep bears out of local trash, both Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care and the Bear League say they feel it will make a big difference.
Community Workshop on Meyers Area Plan to be Held Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/18/2014 - 9:12pmEvent Date:
March 19, 2014 - 6:00pm
Residents of Meyers and the surrounding South Lake Tahoe community have been actively participating in what is called the "Meyers Area Plan." During the last community meeting on February 26 several concerned citizens spoke about what they wanted, and didn't want, to see their in their town.
El Dorado County officials took the numerous public comments made both at the meeting and on-line and have created potential revisions to the Draft Meyers Area Plan.
The City of South Lake Tahoe Asks: What Do You Want to See at the Y?
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/01/2014 - 10:55amSeveral South Lake Tahoe residents showed up at the presentation of the Tahoe Area Plan at the airport on Thursday. Most agreed that the area known as the "Y" needs to be changed with an area plan, but which direction to a take to a final plan is where people differ.
The evening consisted of a presentation by John Hitchcock, who is on loan to the city from the TRPA for this project as Planning Project Manager. After he spoke the group broke out into three breakout sessions, each focuses on one of three choices presented as the future concept for "Y" area.
City of South Lake Tahoe Hires New Administrative Services Director
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 6:39pmCity Manager Nancy Kerry today announced the selection of Mark Carlson as Administrative Services Director. Mr. Carlson is anticipated to begin his service with the City in early April.
Op/Ed: Meyers Area Plan Clarifications
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/21/2014 - 11:12pmThe following is an opinion article and does not necessarily reflect the views of South Tahoe Now:
South Tahoe High Alum Performs with UCLA Band on Premier of Amazing Race
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/16/2014 - 1:15pmThe UCLA Bruin Marching Band will open up the 24th Season of The Amazing Race on Sunday, February 23 and a local young man will be part of it. South Tahoe High Graduate Thomas Smith, son of Michael and Madonna Doyle and Tom Smith, plays the trumpet with the Bruins. The Biology major is a Freshman at UCLA.
While at South Tahoe High, Thomas was involved in theater, music and dance.
You can see him on the very opening of this clip. Smith is the 2nd one in, near the 20 yard line, in the diagonal leg of "R."
South Lake Tahoe Residents Have Many Upcoming Opportunities to be Involved in the Future of the City
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/07/2014 - 9:02pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe is encouraging residents to be informed and engaged in the community and is offering several opportunities in the coming weeks to do just that.
"In an engaged community, every person has the information, the opportunities and the support needed to take action and lead change throughout their lives," according to the Knight Foundation. "When people become involved, and exercise their full democratic rights, they make their lives and those of others better."
Coldwell Banker Select Agent Jamie Baines Earns Previews Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/05/2014 - 12:56pmJamie Baines is known for her great work ethic and strives for excellence when working in the real estate industry, and now her hard work has paid off. Jamie recently earned her Previews Certification in the company, opening her up to a brand new customer base and extending her knowledge to a new audience. Jamie built her career selling Lake Tahoe lakefronts and luxury lake view properties and is excited to have this designation to accompany her already impressive line of work.
City of South Lake Tahoe Holding a Community Workshop on Business Displays
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/23/2014 - 11:21pmEvent Date:
January 30, 2014 - 5:30pm
Outdoor displays in front of South Lake Tahoe businesses will be the topic of a workshop on January 30 at 5:30 pm in the City Council Chambers at the airport.
Should additional commercial area be allowed in front of businesses? If so, how much? Should any types of commercial retail products be allowed? Should the products be related to the business or ancillary to the business?
Your input is needed to help formulate recommendations to the City Council for changes to the City's Code. Come and voice your opinion!
Holiday Pet Food Drive at Coldwell Banker Select in Zephyr Cove A Huge Success
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 12:16pmOn December 28th, Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate in Zephyr Cove decided to give back to the pets in the community by hosting a Holiday Pet Food Drive, yielding big results. Leading up to the 28th, close to 600 lbs of dog and cat food were donated to pets in need. In addition, many pet toys and other items were donated, on top of $170 in check donation.
Coldwell Banker Select Agent Ned Stock Earns Previews Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/27/2013 - 10:09amColdwell Banker Select in Incline Village, Nevada has added another real estate agent to their elite group of luxury trained agents. Ned Stock has earned the impressive title of Previews Property Specialist for the Coldwell Banker Previews International® division, an enormous milestone in the world of real estate. To become Previews Certified, Ned had to show top-notch experience and service in helping his clients buy and sell luxury properties, as well as attend luxury training.
Coldwell Banker Select to Contribute to Barton Festival of Trees and Lights
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/05/2013 - 10:56amThe Barton Foundation has been a cornerstone for The Barton Health Group for more than 20 years by providing excellent healthcare service to customers and also have been big players during the holiday season. This year’s Barton Festival of Trees and Lights will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Barton Health and Coldwell Banker Select will be contributing to the event in a major way. The franchise will be donating a gorgeous “sports themed” Christmas tree to the event, which will be auctioned off at the black tie gala event on December 7th.
Gregory Cremeans Earns CARTUS Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/21/2013 - 9:34amGregory Cremeans recently joined the Coldwell Banker Select office in Zephyr Cove and is already off to a great start. Gregory has achieved the Cartus Network Affinity Specialist (CNAS) certification. The certification recognizes top performance and service to clients, as well as meeting goals within the organization. Pat McCulloch, Broker Manager for Coldwell Banker Select, is incredibly proud of her agent’s new designation. “As members of the Cartus Broker Network, our agents strive to deliver excellent service to every client,” she states.
TRPA Approves the South Lake Tahoe Tourist Core Area Plan
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/20/2013 - 3:31pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe's vision to recreate a community that encourages revitalizing commercial and residential areas got one step closer today with the TRPA's adoption of the South Lake Tahoe Tourist Core Area Plan. The area involved is the Highway 50 corridor from Fairway Ave at Bijou, up and down Ski Run Boulevard, and up to the Stateline.
Outdated development and pollution in the core of South Lake Tahoe could be on their way out with the adoption today of the City of South Lake Tahoe Tourist Core Area Plan by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board.
Big Turnout Expected for Third Thursday this month for Coldwell Banker Select and Stanford Mortgage
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/14/2013 - 10:26am
Event Date:
November 21, 2013 - 4:00pm “Third Thursday” has been the number one networking event for the Nevada real estate scene and November’s edition of the event looks to be the biggest event in company history. Dan Jacuzzi, the owner and president of The Select Group and Ron Hoy, Chief Operating Officer for Coldwell Banker Select will be in attendance. Like previous events, this month’s Third Thursday networking event will take place at the L’uva Bella Wine Gallery. Please join us at 13925 S. Virginia Street in Reno on Thursday, November 21st, starting at 4:00pm until 7:00pm.
Revitalized Chateau Project Bringing in Change to the South Lake Tahoe Tourist Core
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/11/2013 - 11:35pmThere has finally been a lot of construction action at the site of The Chateau Project in South Lake Tahoe over the last couple of months. Many locals have called this area "The Hole" since construction stalled in 2008 but they are now seeing life being put into one of the cornerstones of the South Lake Tahoe Tourist Core.
Coldwell Banker Select Agent Earns CIPS designation
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/08/2013 - 10:46amCharlyn Enstad of Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate, already a Previews Property International Specialist, now has more to celebrate in her already successful real estate career. She has earned the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation, a course developed by the Global Business and Alliances of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and taught by Jeni Temen of Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate.
Coldwell Banker Select Welcomes Gregory Cremeans to the Team
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/31/2013 - 9:51amColdwell Banker Select in Zephyr Cove will have an agent rejoining their organization with over 13 years of experience. Gregory Cremeans holds licenses in both California and Nevada and has achieved many accomplishments during his career. Gregory has a Graduate REALTOR® Institute designation, as well as e-PRO certification and is recognized in the Coldwell Banker Multi-Million Dollar Club. He has also achieved Top Producer honors throughout his years as an agent. He is incredibly passionate about real estate and getting the best deal for his clients.
Coldwell Banker Select Agent Kathy Williams Earns Previews Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/29/2013 - 3:54pmColdwell Banker Select in Reno has more recognition under its belt with one of their agents earning a very prestigious designation in the real estate industry. Kathy Williams, of the McCarran office, has earned the impressive title of Previews Property Specialist for the Coldwell Banker Previews International® division, an enormous milestone in the world of real estate. To become Previews Certified Kathy had to show top-notch experience and service in helping her clients buy and sell luxury properties, as well as attend luxury training.
Two Coldwell Banker Select REALTORS® in Nevada receive Previews Property Trainer Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/22/2013 - 10:13amColdwell Banker Previews International is the quintessential organization involving all aspects in luxury real estate both stateside and internationally and now they have two new Luxury Trainers to add to their short list. Dena Hospodka, Managing Broker and Melanie Stewart, Director of Luxury Marketing service the Northern Nevada Coldwell Bankers and are now recognized in the company as Previews Luxury Properties Trainers. Credit for their new Luxury Trainers status is due to extra training, tremendous work in the company and extensive background in marketing and selling Luxury Homes.
October Luxury Home Tour Receives Big Turnout and High Praise
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/18/2013 - 12:41pmColdwell Banker Select Real Estate in conjunction with Stanford Mortgage and First American Title Company had a tremendous turnout for their recent Luxury Home Tour event in the Reno area. REALTORS® and other Real Estate Professionals were invited to go on a tour of four luxury Coldwell Banker listings and to gain insight into the world of luxury home sales. The tour was organized by Melanie Stewart, Director of Luxury Marketing and spearheaded by Dena Hospodka, Managing Broker for Coldwell Banker Select.
Harrison Avenue Project and Final Adoption of Plastic Bag Ban Ordinance on Tuesday's City Council Agenda
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 7:54pmCreating street improvements in the Harrison Avenue area sits atop the list of the City of South Lake Tahoe's Capital Improvement Project priorities. Better stormwater treatment, a bike path, lighting, safer pedestrian walkways and ADA improvements are coming to Harrison Avenue in 2014 and the city will vote Tuesday to ratify agreements between TRPA, the state and the city to move the project forward. The project is funded through several federal and local transportation fund sources.
Joint City of South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County and Douglas County Meeting Comes to the Lake
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 9:50pmEvent Date:
October 7, 2013 - 1:30pm
Once a year the City Council of South Lake Tahoe has a joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors from both El Dorado and Douglas Counties. This year's meeting will be held on Monday, October 7 at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel (formerly Embassy Suites) beginning at 1:30 pm.
The agenda for the afternoon includes discussion of the Regional and Area Plans, the South Shore Recreation Plan, transportation and housing issues on the South Shore and will wrap up with discussion on shared resource opportunities in the area.
Three Coldwell Banker Select Agents Make Big Impact at the North Tahoe Ironman Event
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 8:35amThe Coldwell Banker Select office in Zephyr Cove is known for pushing it to the limit when securing great deals for their clients. However, the hard work of three agents also translates outside of the office. Last weekend, Pike Reardon, Jim Kilen and Penny Echan all participated in the North Tahoe/Truckee Ironman event, with Reardon and Kilen having big finishes, with Pike finishing 9th in his age group and 84th overall. Echan woke up at 2AM Sunday morning to get her kayak in the lake prior to the 5AM start time of the event.