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Edgewood Tahoe gives $60,000 to South Lake Tahoe nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:32pm
STATELINE, Nev. - During the 2019 American Century Golf Championship, Edgewood Tahoe teamed up with three South Lake Tahoe are nonprofits teamed in providing food to the over 60,000 attendees to the tournament. The three groups volunteered their time in staffing food tents for the popular July 9-14 event, and, as a thank you, Edgewood Tahoe presented each with a $20,000 check.
On August 27, 2019, Edgewood honored Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation, Lake Tahoe Community College, and Rotary Club of Tahoe-Douglas in an intimate ceremony where the groups received their checks.
Stateline redevelopment area remains intact after Douglas County Commissioners' decision
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 11:52pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Douglas County Redevelopment Area No. 2 (RDA2) at Stateline is moving forward despite a move to have it dissolved by Douglas County Commissioner Dave Nelson.
There was an overflow crowd at the commissioner's June 20 meeting at Lake Tahoe. Many of those who could not fit in the meeting room were accommodated with audio feed in the judges' chambers and the bottom floor of the parking garage.
US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project approved by TRPA
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/15/2018 - 7:09pm
LAKE TAHOE, CA/NV - It's been 38 years in the making. On Thursday, November 15, 2018, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Board of Directors unanimously approved the final joint environmental document for the US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project, also known as the "Loop Road."
Last week, the board of the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) unanimously approved the same document, the final Environmental Impact Statement (EIR/EIS/EIS).
Business Expo fills with 85 vendors - Early bird tickets still available
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 11:28pm
A wide variety of local businesses will fill Harveys Tahoe on Friday, March 30 for the 2018 GO Local: Business EXPO from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This annual event is a community favorite that aims to showcase the most cutting-edge businesses on the South Shore. This year 85 exhibitors will feature their latest and greatest products, services and promotions. All members of the community are encouraged to attend and can expect a fun night of food tasting, beer and wine sampling, live music and vendor giveaways.
Edgewood promotes their hotel director to general manager
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/29/2018 - 1:55pm
Edgewood Companies has announced that Corinna Osborne will be Edgewood Tahoe’s new general manager.
The Massachusetts native has more than 15 years of experience in the local hospitality industry. Prior to joining Edgewood Tahoe, Osborne has worked at MontBleu, served as general manager of Horizon Resort and was part of the rebranding and opening for the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe where she was the director of non-gaming operations.
Public input sought on new Tahoe South Events Center
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/05/2018 - 10:56pm
Could there soon be a publicly-owned events center on the corner of Highway 50 and Lake Parkway on the MontBleu parking lot in Stateline, Nevada?
The plan to build the 88,420 square foot Tahoe South Events Center is now in the scoping stage where the public can weigh in and provide comments on the Tahoe Douglas Visitor's Authority (TDVA) proposal to construct the assembly, event and entertainment venue.
South Lake Tahoe nonprofits benefit from STAR; $15,000 given away
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/27/2017 - 7:18pm
The South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) donated $15,000 this holiday season to three community organizations, with Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe, Christmas Cheer, and Live Violence Free each receiving $5,000.
STAR is comprised of Edgewood Companies, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe, Harrah’s/Harveys Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel, Lakeside Inn and Casino, MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa, and Vail Resorts. The companies work collaboratively on community economic and sustainability issues, including a charity component.
The three recipients:
TRPA announces top 15 Best in the Basin awards
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2017 - 5:16pm
he Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) on Wednesday recognized 15 exceptional projects completed in 2016 with Best in Basin awards.
Now in its 27th year, TRPA’s Best in Basin awards program each year showcases projects around the lake that demonstrate exceptional planning, implementation, and compatibility with Tahoe’s natural environment and communities.
Whittel grad Nic Buccholz awarded Gene Upshaw award
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/12/2017 - 11:02pm
Nic Buccholz, a 2017 Whittell High school graduate and stand-out student athlete, was awarded the 8th annual Gene Upshaw Scholarship award.
Buccholz was honored during the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe on Tuesday. The $5,000 college scholarship is funded equally by NBC Sports and Edgewood Companies.
The scholarship was started in honor of the former Oakland Raider, NFL Hall of Famer and executive director of the NFL Players Association who played during the South Lake Tahoe golf tournament for several years.
Weidinger PR wins three Silver Spike awards
Submitted by admin on Mon, 11/21/2016 - 7:40pm
Lake Tahoe-based Weidinger Public Relations was recognized with three awards for various campaigns at the Public Relations Society of America, Sierra Nevada Chapter Silver Spikes Awards, Nov. 17 at the Whitney Peak Hotel in Reno.
Weidinger PR received awards for each of its three entries: one Silver Spike and two Awards of Excellence.
The firm won the Silver Spike award in the category, Special Events and Observances, 1 or 2 Days, for their planning of the Edgewood Tahoe Lodge groundbreaking.
Blue Ribbon Awards presented on Thursday during ceremony and dinner
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 5:13pm
Event Date:
November 10, 2016 - 5:30pm
From quality shopping, accommodations, recreation and dining options to the myriad service providers and businesses, the Blue Ribbon Awards honor all that business should be. This important awards program salutes those businesses that are making significant contributions to the South Shore economy.
Nominations revealed for Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/19/2016 - 12:42pm
The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominees for their annual Blue Ribbon Awards with 80 nominations from the community. The program recognizes businesses and individuals who excel in working as one in an effort to improve the quality of life on the South Shore.
South Lake Tahoe community takes care of each other during holidays
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/19/2015 - 11:29pm
The Christmas spirit has been evident all through the South Shore over the past few weeks as many people and non-profit agencies have been blessed with donations of money, food and gifts to help make the holidays a bit brighter.
Here are some of the many Santas who've been busy at work:
The South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge and Women of the Moose filled up 40 boxes with hams and food for families at Tahoe Valley Elementary school. The students decorated the boxes.
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New HR director at Hard Rock brings years of local experience
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/30/2015 - 7:16pm
Jan Garcia has been hired as the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe’s director of human resources.
Prior to joining the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe, Garcia served as human resources manager for Edgewood Companies. She has fourteen years of experience in the gaming industry, having served as regional director of human resources for Herbst Gaming, Inc., and director of human resources for both Caesars Lake Tahoe and the Reno Hilton.
Kudos: South Tahoe Sober Grad night thanks supporters
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/27/2015 - 1:11pm
The South Tahoe High Sober Grad Night Task Force would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who helped make our annual event for the graduating seniors such a success! The kids loved the evening and it couldn't have been made possible if you weren't a part of it.
Lodge at Edgewood Tahoe breaks ground on South Shore
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/01/2015 - 11:29pm
A ground breaking ceremony at Edgewood Tahoe brought out community and political leaders, all wanting the celebrate their new project, the Lodge at Edgewood Tahoe.
Rain brought the ceremony indoors, but spirits weren't dampened as people speaking at the ceremony highlighted the major impacts the new project on the state line will make on South Shore's economic and community revitalization, as well as important environmental and recreational enhancements in the area.
Whittell senior wins Gene Upshaw Memorial Scholarhip
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/19/2015 - 7:40pm
Whittell High School senior Daria Sharon was announced as the recipient for the seventh annual Gene Upshaw Scholarship Award at this year’s American Century Championship.
Her academic achievements and dedication to sports and community service made her the premier candidate to earn this scholarship, valued at $5,000.
STAR donates to South Lake Tahoe non-profits this winter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/23/2015 - 12:32am
The South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) gave a total of $15,000 to three area non-profits this holiday season to feed families as well as secure essential upgrades to community centers/programs.
STAR gifted $5,000 to Christmas Cheer All Year’s Food for Families, which resulted in $11,400 worth of fresh food from Raleys supermarket. Through this initiative Raleys was able to purchase items at wholesale while selecting various items that were in more demand. For every $1 donated to Christmas Cheer results in more than $2 worth of food.
21st Annual Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 9:26pm
Event Date:
October 13, 2014 (All day)
A $2,500, one week vacation at any Resorts West property in the world. $10,000 for a hole-in-one on all par 3s. 18 holes at Edgewood. Flat screen TV. Closest to the pin awards. Sports memorabilia. Golf trips. Dozens of raffle prizes. Two meals and beverages. Titleist Pro V1 balls. And every dime benefits South Tahoe kids. The 21st annual Boys and Girls Club tournament is October 13 with playing spots as well as sponsorship options now available.
The value exceeds $500, but the fee is just $225 to play with all monies going to help local kids with educational and recreational programs.
Changes on the South Shore: Edgewood's new lodge, new look
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/11/2014 - 11:29pm
Editor's note: This is part of a series on all of the change going on in South Lake Tahoe. We'll be updating you with photos and news.
Ground won't break until May on the new Edgewood Tahoe Resort but the golf course is already undergoing major changes to prepare for the big project. Trees have been cleared, the 9th hole has been reconfigured and made into a par 3, and a 10 foot tall fence is being erected around the construction site.
The new pier has already been constructed and will allow guests to boat to the resort.
Two new board members for Tahoe Prosperity Center
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/26/2014 - 10:03pm
Not 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.
2014 Gene Upshaw Scholarship awarded to Whittell High student Melissa Petty
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/28/2014 - 6:27pm
George Whittell High School student Melissa Petty of Stateline, NV. was announced as the recipient for the sixth annual Gene Upshaw Scholarship Award at this year’s American Century Championship. Petty’s essay about her hard work in the classroom, her sports, her faith and goodwill helped secure the scholarship valued at $5,000. Petty plans to attend the University of Nevada, Reno and pursue a bachelor’s degree in science.
South Shore's Horizon Casino Resort to Close April 1
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/05/2014 - 9:20pm
An era comes to an end on April 1 when the Horizon Casino Resort on the south shore of Lake Tahoe closes for renovations.
The resort was the one time local showcase of Elvis Presley and Liberace when the casino operated as Del Webb's Sahara Tahoe. In 1990 Del Webb sold the property to Kentucky based Columbia Sussex Corporation for $19 million.
Columbia Sussex owners, the Yung family, are the current operators under the corporate name, LV Casino LLC. Their lease ran out and long time Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley ranchers, the Park family, will take control after March 31.
A Time of Giving: STAR Spreads Good Cheer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/26/2013 - 10:17am
The South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) has spent the last several months spreading good cheer to local non-profits. They gave Christmas Cheer All Year $5,000 prior to the holidays and have now given both Tahoe Youth and Family Services and Live Violence Free $5,000.
Tahoe Chamber Announces New Board
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2013 - 9:17pm
A new Board of Directors was elected at the TahoeChamber ’s October 15 board meeting. The board reflects the local business community in that it is comprised of small businesses, professionals, healthcare, gaming and resort representatives. Their diverse business expertise partnered with their enthusiasm ensures that our membership is well served.
South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts keeps Christmas Cheer doors open with $5k donation
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/19/2013 - 6:01pm
Christmas Cheer, one of South Lake Tahoe’s local food banks, could not open its doors on some Sundays this fall from lack of available funds and contributions. The South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts (STAR) came to the rescue with a $5,000 donation that will significantly replenish the shelves at the food bank for the 400 households it serves.
Edgewood donates to local nonprofits
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/20/2012 - 6:00amEdgewood Companies, owner of Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course & Restaurant, has donated a total of $22,000 to local nonprofits.The donations were part of the company's 2012 holiday giving campaign, which...
Edgewood Lake Tahoe resort project approved by TRPA board
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/23/2012 - 9:55pm
Lake Tahoe planning leaders gave their approval Thursday to a paradigm changing project at the South Shore, which would allow for a high-end resort complex at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, the site of the American Century Championship.
The governing board of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency unanimously approved the Edgewood Tahoe Lodge and Golf Course realignment project that will make way for the 154-room lodge. Construction could begin in 2014, according to the Tahoe Daily Tribune.
Tahoe Project interview with Chuck Scharer, Edgewood Companies
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 7:28pm
The latest podcast interview from Tahoe Project's Michelle Sweeney is with Chuck Scharer, Edgewood Companies chief executive officer.
AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP | ACC contract extended through 2015
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:00amNBC Sports, American Century Investments, Edgewood Companies and the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority announced on Thursday that the companies will extend their partnership though 2015, bringing the L...
Bonanza Park at South Lake Tahoe celebrates grand opening
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/14/2012 - 2:53pm
UPDATE MONDAY: Saturday's grand opening of Bonanza Park brought community members of all ages to hear the dedication from Chuck Scharer, President and CEO of Edgewood Companies and South Lake Tahoe Mayor Claire Fortier.
Youth immediately began playing on the park equipment and the basketball court was ready to host its first game while hot dogs and hamburgers were grilled for the crowd of families and dignitaries to enjoy.
Edgewood Lodge wants to be driver in high-end market
Submitted by admin on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 1:59am
STATELINE – With a history in Lake Tahoe that dates to 1896, the Park family’s Edgewood Companies is poised to build the first high-end lodging establishment on the South Shore.
Thursday marked the final day people could comment on the draft environmental impact statement for the Edgewood Lodge. Testimony was taken during the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s Governing Board meeting, to which only people in support of the 15-room hotel spoke.
Lake Tahoe leaders tour California communities
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 06/12/2012 - 6:16am
A seventeen-member team of Lake Tahoe area leaders from across the business spectrum were on the road earlier this month to learn from other California communities about how to implement innovative solutions to overcome economic and environmental decline in their communities. Trekkers represent a diverse group of Lake Tahoe Basin leaders across various sectors including tourism, health, recreation, public and private.
Tahoe Yellow Cress planted in partnership with high school, private business and conservation groups
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 05/27/2012 - 11:11am
A group of South Tahoe High School students joined Edgewood employees, conservation experts and officials on May 19 to plant new nursery grown stems of the threatened plant, Tahoe yellow cress on the beach at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. Edgewood Companies is participating in a volunteer program called the Tahoe Yellow Cress Stewardship Program and has been assisting with inventory surveys as far back as 1979.
Tahoe Yellow Cress Planting at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 05/19/2012 - 7:03amSaturday from 10am to noon, a group of students from South Tahoe High School will join Edgewood employees, conservation experts and officials to plant new nursery grown stems of the threatened plant, Tahoe yellow cress on the beach at the Edgewood Tahoe golf course. Edgewood Companies is participating in a volunteer program called the Tahoe Yellow Cress Stewardship Program and has been assisting with inventory surveys as far back as 1979.
Bonanza Neighborhood Park under construction
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/02/2012 - 9:44amOfficials from Edgewood Companies officially broke ground on the Bonanza Neighborhood Park Monday.The company bought the Bonanza Avenue property, formally C&M Lodge, and tore down the old hotel....
Bonanza Park to break ground next week
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 12:00pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - From 5:30 to 6 p.m. April 30, Edgewood Companies will join South Lake Tahoe officials, neighbors and community members at a groundbreaking ceremony for Bonanza Park, acco...
Bonanza Park to break ground next week
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 12:00pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - From 5:30 to 6 p.m. April 30, Edgewood Companies will join South Lake Tahoe officials, neighbors and community members at a groundbreaking ceremony for Bonanza Park, acco...
Edgewood Companies, City of South Lake Tahoe to break ground on Bonanza Park
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 8:59am
Event Date:
April 30, 2012 - 5:30pm
A local South Lake Tahoe neighborhood will soon have something to cheer about because on Monday, April 30 from 5:30pm to 6 pm Edgewood Companies will join City officials, families, neighbors and community members at a celebratory groundbreaking ceremony. The groundbreaking will mark the start of construction on Bonanza Park, located at 1209 Bonanza Street.
With construction equipment ready to go at the Bonanza neighborhood site of the former C&M Lodge,
Edgewood Tahoe Lodge Project Open House Event Well-Attended
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/03/2012 - 10:19am
More than 100 people attended the March 29 Open House event to learn about the Edgewood Tahoe Lodge Project, a 194-room LEED-designed hotel with significant environmental improvements located adjacent to the Edgewood Clubhouse. The project will help boost the local economy and include a bistro-style restaurant, large conference meeting space, a spa, lakefront recreation, and links to nearby bike and walking trails.
Edgewood Tahoe Lodge Project to be discussed at open house
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 03/27/2012 - 3:25pmEdgewood Companies will host an open house Thursday for community members to learn more about the proposed Edgewood Tahoe Lodge Project.The Edgewood Tahoe Lodge Project includes a LEED-designed hot...
Edgewood Tahoe Lodge Project Open House
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/26/2012 - 3:43amEdgewood Companies is inviting community members to learn more about the proposed Edgewood Tahoe Lodge Project at an Open House event on March 29 from 5:30pm to 7pm at the Edgewood Tahoe Clubhouse.
“We welcome community members to get involved by coming to our open house,” stated Patrick Rhamey, Vice President of Real Estate for Edgewood Companies. “Our team will be on hand to answer questions about the approval process plus share information about our vision, innovative design, amenities and golf course improvements.”
Edgewood Tahoe Lodge project Open House set for Thursday
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 03/24/2012 - 2:13pmEdgewood Companies is inviting community members to learn more about the proposed Edgewood Tahoe Lodge Project at an Open House event on March 29 from 5:30pm to 7pm at the Edgewood Tahoe Clubhouse.
“We welcome community members to get involved by coming to our open house,” stated Patrick Rhamey, Vice President of Real Estate for Edgewood Companies. “Our team will be on hand to answer questions about the approval process plus share information about our vision, innovative design, amenities and golf course improvements.”
Douglas County OKs master plan that takes
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/07/2012 - 8:15pmWith Douglas County taking more control of permitting in the Lake Tahoe Basin, it may have more of a say of what Edgewood Companies does with its land in ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../douglas-county-ok...
Bonanza Park expected to be built in 2012 in S. Lake
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/05/2011 - 1:42amBrandon Hill with Edgewood Companies told Lake Tahoe News a decision should be made this month regarding who the contractor will be. Two finalists are in the running. Originally the company had expect...
Edgewood Companies plans summer opening of Bonanza Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/04/2011 - 10:16amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Edgewood Companies is moving forward with construction contract negotiations in hopes of building a neighborhood Bonanza Park in spring 2012."Originally, there was opt...
Edgewood Companies plans summer opening of Bonanza Park
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 11:50amThe tired old C&M Lodge, located at 1209 Bonanza Avenue, was completely removed this last summer with more than 50 percent of building materials recycled in the sustainable deconstruction effort by Edgewood Companies. Edgewood acquired the C&M Lodge in order to reuse the associated Transient Occupancy Units (TAUs) on its new Lodge Project at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, according to a news release.
Edgewood Tahoe Lodge plans unveiled (WITH SLIDESHOW)
Submitted by Li Terrell on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 6:19pm
Reinvention: We're all in this together.
This is the vision of the proposed Edgewood Tahoe Lodge at Stateline.
The plan by Edgewood Companies is to create a unique world-class destination that delivers significant economic, environmental and community benefits to South Shore Lake Tahoe.
“That is one of the things that investment can bring to the community, said Patrick Rhamey, vice president of Real Estate for Edgewood Companies. “We have continued to re-invest our property over the years and hope to be a pathway for others to follow.”
Edgewood Tahoe recognized among ‘Most Scenic Restaurants' in U.S.
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 2:55am
PRESS RELEASE — Lake Tahoe's Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course & Restaurant management announced this week that its Edgewood Restaurant has been named a winner of OpenTable Diners’ Choice Awards for Most Scenic Restaurant in the United States.
Blight in Bonanza neighborhood gets recycled
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 2:16pm
Often it’s the quick demolition route developers will take to get rid of one project to build another. Materials are thrown in the trash with no consideration for their reuse potential. This is not the case with Edgewood Companies and the sustainable deconstruction effort at 1209 Bonanza Avenue, the site of the former C&M Lodge in South Lake Tahoe.
