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Kudos: Thank you Barton healthcare workers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/21/2020 - 11:55am
We would like to express our sincerest appreciation and deepest thanks to the Barton Health team for their efforts to address the coronavirus COVID-19 crisis. This is an unprecedented time to work in health care, and the staff, physicians, and administration have risen to this challenge while showing perseverance, nimbleness, and strategic creativity. The dedication to their job and the brave face they don each day while arriving at work is humbling. As Board members and community members we are deeply moved by this courage.
Fundraising campaign started to keep Emerald Bay Bar & Grill in business
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/18/2020 - 1:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Times are tough for many during the coronavirus pandemic with small businesses struggling to make ends meet when unable to have their doors open.
One of those businesses is Emerald Bay Bar & Grill at 888 SR89 in South Lake Tahoe.
Formerly known at Brother's Place, owner Spencer Weiss and his family and friends have turned to GoFundMe as a way to get donations and save the business.
USFS closures at spots around Lake Tahoe, not just SR89 corridor
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/17/2020 - 11:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Earlier this week the USFS Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit announced all national forest recreation areas and sites in the South Shore Recreation Corridors were closed to the public with fines for individuals or groups disobeying the order.
They said the closures were to keep in alignment with current federal, state and local guidance for social distancing and to ensure the health and safety of its employees, visitors, and volunteers.
Events Center approved by Douglas County Commissioners
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/16/2020 - 9:44pm
STATELINE, Nev. - In what has been a hotly debated topic for months between the five Douglas County Board of Commissioners and members of the public, the Tahoe South Events Center passed the final hurdle Thursday. In a 3-2 vote, the commissioners approved bond issuance, the final step in the approval process. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) had previously unanimously approved it.
Barton Health community update: Patient surge planning almost complete
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/16/2020 - 1:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - While determining the exact timing and scope of coronavirus’ peak in the Lake Tahoe region is difficult, Barton Health is working diligently to be prepared to respond accordingly and address the needs of patients in the community. Surge planning is almost complete including more than doubling hospital bed capacity and expanding facilities to accommodate those who may be infected by the virus.
USFS closes South Shore Recreation areas: Up to $10,000 fine for violation of order
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/15/2020 - 4:37pm
(Since publishing, LTBMU has corrected the date their order expires.)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - All national forest recreation areas and sites in the South Shore Recreation Corridors are now closed. In an announcement Wednesday, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) said the closures are to keep in alignment with current federal, state and local guidance for social distancing and to ensure health and safety of its employees, visitors and volunteers.
End of an era: Lakeside Inn to close permanently
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 5:13pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Lakeside Inn and Casino on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe will not be reopening its doors after the coronavirus concerns are over. They were the first Lake Tahoe gaming property to close, even before Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak ordered all casinos to close in order to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Poor response rate and COVID-19 concerns prompt extension of Census deadlines
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 1:19pm
The 2020 Census is underway and while more households across America are responding every day, there are still many that have not been heard from. Over 70 million households have responded to date, representing over 48 percent of all households in America.
The California response rate is a bit higher at 49.2 percent and 48.3 perfect of Nevadans have replied.
South Lake Tahoe is lower than most, with 20.9 percent of the population replying so far.
Other area results:
44.3 percent El Dorado County
47.9 percent Douglas County
51 percent City of Reno
Heavenly staff drop off another truck load of food to South Lake Tahoe nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 5:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Heavenly Mountain Resort staff delivered ten pallets full of food and beverage items to Bread & Broth on Friday and pallets of soup Monday, with pallets of granola bars and soup going to the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
Since closing, Vail Resorts in the area, Kirkwood and Heavenly, have delivered food to South Lake Tahoe non-profits, at least 25,000 pounds worth (or 12.5 tons). Previous trips to Bread & Broth included fresh fruits and vegetables.
They are also supplying staff to help with the Bread & Broth 4 Kids program, when possible.
New fire chief selected for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 2:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The new fire chief hired for South Lake Tahoe is no stranger to the Sierra Nevada and El Dorado County.
Clive Savacool, the former chief of the Garden Valley Fire Protection District, will be taking the helm at South Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, a position vacated when Jeff Meston retired in February 2019.
Tahoe Transportation District rolls out fare-free transit
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/10/2020 - 1:02pm
STATELINE, Nev. - The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is rolling out zero-fare bus service on the South Shore starting Sunday, April 12.
While they already had plans in place for a free system to help eliminate traffic, the rollout is sooner than expected in order to make travel safer in response to COVID-19 by eliminating fare exchanges between drivers and riders.
South Lake Tahoe COVID-19 cases remain at 9; Washoe County sees two more deaths
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/09/2020 - 4:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The has been one more El Dorado County resident to test positive for COVID-19, bringing the total cases in the county to 30.
El Dorado Hills - 11
East Slopt (Including South Lake Tahoe, Meyers) - 9
Placeville - 5
Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, Rescue - 3
North County - 2
To date, approximately 1,070 tests have been given with 1,040 of those negative or pending.
Washoe County
Washoe County had two more residents die from COVID-19 today:
A female in her 60s who had underlying health conditions
TRPA ramps up their online permitting process
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/09/2020 - 1:59pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Since there is no such thing as "business as usual" in the world today, businesses and agencies continue to change how they help customers and the public in a virtual world in order to protect all during the COVID-19 crisis.
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) is one that is expanding virtual services with the building season ahead to protect both staff and customers.
Agency employees have been working around the clock to move permitting, planning, and document request services to online operations since stay-at-home orders went into effect.
Barton Health community update: Medical Corps needed, 1300 masks made
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/08/2020 - 6:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Working closely with state and county health agencies in a regional response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Barton Health is preparing for an anticipated patient surge by more than doubling its hospital bed capacity as well as expanding its facilities to accommodate patients who may be infected by the virus.
Some second homeowners to provide housing for those affected by coronavirus
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/08/2020 - 2:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In a time when many in the community are upset with the second homers or their renters who came to "shelter in place" in South Lake Tahoe, many of homeowners have come together to provide needed housing to agencies bringing in the essential workforce.
"VHRs for Essential Service Workforce" will be providing housing for 7-29 days for those needed in the community during the coronavirus pandemic, those who need to quarantine for themselves or are in town to assist, and not for any other purpose by owners or guests.
Woman arrested after allegedly licking items at South Lake Tahoe grocery store
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/08/2020 - 11:01am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A South Lake Tahoe woman was arrested on Tuesday, April 7 after store employees allegedly found her licking items, and licking her fingers before putting things into her shopping cart.
The mid-town Safeway at the corner of Johnson and Lake Tahoe Boulevards called the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) after an employee said they spotted 53-year-old Jennifer Walker putting pieces of jewelry from the store on her hands and licking them.
According to SLTPD, Walker began to load her cart with merchandise from the store after licking her hands.
Important service update from South Tahoe Refuse
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/06/2020 - 12:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe Refuse is continuing to provide essential health and safety services to the community with regular trash pickup and they are notifying customers of some changes they have implemented to minimize the spread of coronavirus and protect their employees.
Effective immediately:
Garbage collectors will not pick up any loose garbage. All trash must be contained in bags within trash cans and secured with a lid, or in a secured dumpster.
Fundraiser set up for those out of work due to business closures in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/06/2020 - 12:05am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With a large number of South Lake Tahoe employees currently out of work due to closures mandated by the fight against the coronavirus, a South Lake Tahoe woman has set up a fundraiser to help those financially hurt the most.
Roberta Hainline, housekeeping manager with Vacasa, was concerned after she had to lay off her entire staff of 22.
"I know that all of those people that lost their jobs live paycheck to paycheck. Even though they are eligible for unemployment, the need is immediate," said Hainline, who was also furloughed.
Barton Health's community updates and advisories on coronavirus COVID-19
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/03/2020 - 1:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health continues to adapt and respond to the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 in the community. The health and safety of patients and care providers is the top priority, and operational changes continue to evolve at Barton Memorial Hospital and across Barton’s coordinated network of medical offices in preparation for any potential surge in patient care.
FBI warns of possible cyber crimes during coronavirus pandemic
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 11:26am
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The FBI anticipates cyber actors will exploit increased use of virtual environments by government agencies, the private sector, private organizations, and individuals as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Computer systems and virtual environments provide essential communication services for telework and education, in addition to conducting regular business. The criminal, or cyber actor, will exploit vulnerabilities in these systems to steal sensitive information, target individuals and businesses performing financial transactions, and engage in extortion.
South Lake Tahoe City Council does not approve eviction protection action for businesses
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/01/2020 - 2:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During their special meeting Wednesday, the South Lake Tahoe City Council discussed three topics related to the current COVID-19 pandemic crisis.
One of their action items was to vote on an urgency ordinance that would establish a moratorium on commercial evictions due to COVID-19. During their emergency meeting on March 20, 2020, the Council unanimously supported a provision to put a temporary moratorium on residential evictions.
Census Day: Use time at home to help shape the future of the community
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/01/2020 - 10:14am
Today is Census Day, the day that determines who is counted in the 2020 Census and where they are counted.
Tahoe Transportation District providing bus service during pandemic; Changes possible
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/31/2020 - 2:47pm
STATELINE, Nev. – As the COVID-19 pandemic rapidly evolves, Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) continues to operate regular transit services for essential workers and services during the shelter-in-place order. TTD understands that public transportation is part of the community’s critical infrastructure and is committed to ensuring that transit services remain safe and reliable.
Vail CEO and his wife donate $2.5M to communities their resorts are located
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/30/2020 - 4:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Once again, Vail Resorts' CEO Rob Katz and his wife Elana Amsterdam are giving back to the communities where their employees live and where their company operates.
Today, they announced a donation of more than $2.5 million to provide immediate support to those areas as all contend with the severe impacts of COVID-19.
Immediate emergency relief grants will total $1.5 million and will be distributed to communities including South Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue reopens midtown station
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/27/2020 - 4:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) once again has three fire stations operating in the city limits. Their Station #2 on Lake Tahoe Boulevard in the Al Tahoe neighborhood reopened at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
In 2015 the City had let Cal Tahoe JPA move the ambulance service into the station when SLTFR restructured and moved all ambulance duties over to the JPA. In return they gave up their fire station for five years.
Is South Lake Tahoe prepared for the coronavirus?
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/26/2020 - 1:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many have asked, what if our community starts getting COVID-19 cases, are we prepared? Many different groups, agencies, and the government have been working diligently and collaboratively on emergency plans to prepare.
TRPA approves 6,000 seat Tahoe South Event Center
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 6:28pm
STATELINE, Nev. - The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) board today unanimously approved the Tahoe Douglas Visitor’s Authority Tahoe South Event Center planned for the parking lot area of Montbleu Casino Resort in Stateline. Edgewood Tahoe has donated the 13.3 acres at the corner of Lake Parkway and Highway 50 needed for the center.
Jury trials in South Lake Tahoe and California suspended for two months
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 11:25am
California Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye on Monday issued a statewide order suspending all jury trials in California's superior courts for 60 days and allowing courts to immediately adopt new rules to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In South Lake Tahoe, Judge Suzanne Kingsbury had previously announced new practices in the El Dorado County courtrooms and suspension of the use of juries until April 16.
Lake Tahoe bus schedules may change due to conoravirus; Input sought
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/21/2020 - 6:11pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Rider input is needed by the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) in order to best determine their bus routes during the unprecedented outbreak of COVID-19.
TTD is asking riders to contact them with what routes and runs are most important. In the meantime, they have implemented safety measures for both riders and employees to minimize the spread of COVID-19.
When times are tough, South Lake Tahoe volunteers and businesses step up
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 2:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As one would expect in South Lake Tahoe, the community has been coming together to help others during these trying times and uncertainty.
Base Camp Pizza has been one of those businesses that have helped out the community. On Friday they dropped off 120 pizzas, 75 salads and 100 pasta dishes to Bijou Community School for families there who were picking up kids' homework and other supplies to use for at-home study. Local girl scouts donated boxes of cookies to hand out.
Lake Tahoe Community College to close campus Friday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 12:20am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif, - The entire campus of Lake Tahoe Community College will be closed to students, the public and most employees starting Friday, March 20 due to the quickly evolving COVID-19 situation.
On Thursday, both California Governor Gavin Newsom and El Dorado County issued shelter-in-place orders, the state's order beginning Thursday and the County's Friday night.
The South Lake Tahoe campus was nearing the end of the winter quarter when the announcement was made.
City of South Lake Tahoe declares local emergency
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 11:44am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe has this morning declared a local emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and is taking extra precautions to keep the public and our employees safe during this time.
The local emergency proclamation means we can provide or receive mutual aid from other jurisdictions and helps us secure resources, funding and staffing. In accordance with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N28-20, the local emergency proclamation also includes a moratorium on some residential evictions until the
City of South Lake Tahoe: Stay home, maintain social distancing, follow CDC guidelines
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 12:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many resort towns are dealing with results of parents out of work and students out of school due to the coronavirus - increased visitation. Officials are reminding all that shelters in place and advisements to stay home are serious and not a reason to go on vacation, and South Lake Tahoe is no different.
Bread & Broth adjusts services but still feeding the hungry in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 12:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Due to the COVID-19 emergency, Bread & Broth has made changes to their normal procedures in helping food insecure residents of South Lake Tahoe.
As an all-volunteer organization, they have been proudly serving the community since 1989 and will continue to do so as long as possible through these uncertain times due to the coronavirus COVID-19 health issues.
Starting immediately, the following schedule is in place:
Governor orders all Nevada casinos and non-essential businesses to close
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 11:35pm
During a Tuesday evening press conference, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak ordered a statewide closure of all nonessential businesses in the state, including casinos.
The Stateline, Nevada casinos not already closed will close March 17 at midnight. The nonessential businesses in the state must close by noon on Wednesday, March 18.
Lakeside Inn first Lake Tahoe casino to close
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 3:57pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Lakeside Inn in Stateline, Nevada became the first South Shore casino to close due to coronavirus COVID-19 concerns.
"This decision was based on concern for the health of our community and of our staff members," said Lakeside Inn President Stacy Noyes. "We decided to take the lead and help our family. It's the responsible thing to do."
All employees not working will get two weeks of pay. Noyes said the situation and decisions are evolving daily and the initial plan is to close for two weeks.
Sierra-at-Tahoe to close "indefinitely" - still chance of Spring reopening
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 2:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. -Sierra-at-Tahoe has announced they will be continuing to suspend their operations for the 2019/20 season indefinitely due to the COVID-19 health issue.
"The health and safety of our guests and employees is our primary concern. During this time of uncertainty, we will do our part to help stop the spread of this virus," the resort spokesperson Sarah Sherman said in a statement.
Vail Resorts announces closures now for season with chance of Heavenly opening for Spring skiing
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 9:57am
Following their earlier announcement of temporarily closing all ski resorts due to the coronavirus COVID-19, Vail Resorts today announced all of its North American resorts and retail stores will remain closed for the 2019-20 winter ski season. These closures are amidst the continued challenges associated with the spread of virus across the globe.
Dependent on the COVID-19 situation and weather conditions, Heavenly may reopen in late April/early May. The company may also consider reopening Breckenridge Ski Resort in Colorado and Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia.
More closures announced in South Lake Tahoe due to coronavirus concerns
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 5:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a rapidly changing response to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, with businesses, nonprofits, and agencies having to change procedures and policies often.
At this time, the following closures or change to business practices have been announced:
LTCC on snow delay; School lays out its response to COVID-19
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 8:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is on a delayed start of 10:00 a.m. this morning to allow time for snow removal operations to catch up around town.
LTCC plans on being open this coming week with staff on hand to assist students. They have moved face-to-face Winter quarter final exams to March 16-20 and have put social distancing measures into place on campus to help curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
Diamond Peak in Incline Village to suspend operations for one week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/15/2020 - 2:31pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Diamond Peak Ski Resort will suspend operations starting the morning of Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20. All lift operations, food and beverage, and rental services will be closed during this time.
Ongoing updates can be found at DiamondPeak.com.
Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Sugar Bowl also closing due to coronavirus concerns
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/14/2020 - 6:01pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - On the heels of the Vail Resorts announcement, Squaw Alpine and Sugar Bowl will be suspending operations until further notice.
"We believe this is in the best interest of our guests, employees, & local community," said Squaw Valley in a release.
Sugar Bowl has suspended operations until further notice due to the impacts of the coronavirus.
Other resorts will most likely be making similar announcements.
The Squaw Alpine release:
Vail Resorts shutting down all North American operations, including those in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/14/2020 - 4:11pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. Vail Resorts announced Saturday that they are suspending the operations of all of their North American mountain resorts, retail stores and corporate offices beginning tomorrow, March 15, 2020, for at least one week (through March 22) to assess the rest of the season.
This includes Heavenly Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Resort and Northstar in the Lake Tahoe area.
South Lake Tahoe Senior and Recreation Centers closing in response to COVID-19
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/13/2020 - 11:22am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - All public activities at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center and Senior Center have been suspended for the time being. The City of South Lake Tahoe is closing those activities per recommendations from Governor Newson's response to the threat of coronavirus-COVID 19.
At this time, the County Meals on Wheels program that operates out of the Senior Center will continue but the senior's in-person lunch program will cease for the time being.
The City of South Lake Tahoe has partnered with Barton Hospital, El Dorado County
LTCC to cancel outside use of facilities and implements policies to limit COVID-19 spread
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/13/2020 - 8:28am
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is committed to helping mitigate the spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and to take measures to keep staff and students safe. With that in mind, effective immediately LTCC is canceling all community events and outside group meetings planned for on campus to help reduce the chance of exposure and spread. Furthermore, LTCC is canceling all non-essential travel for LTCC employees. These are measures designed to reduce (but not eliminate) the risk of exponential community spread of COVID-19. These measures will be in effect until further notice.
Pink Heavenly event canceled to limit chance of spread of coronavirus COVID-19
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 3:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Pink Heavenly, the annual fundraising event at Heavenly Mountain Resort to raise funds for Barton Health's cancer support services, has been canceled.
Originally planned for March 21, 2020, organizers with the Barton Foundation canceled the event to "protect community members, employees and care providers in the spread of novel coronavirus COVID-19."
South Lake Tahoe Police Chief Brian Uhler says goodbye; March retirement date set
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 6:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In just two weeks the City of South Lake Tahoe will be saying goodbye to its sixth police chief since becoming incorporated in 1965.
Chief Brian Uhler will be wrapping up a 40-year career in law enforcement when he retires from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) on March 12, 2020. He has been the second-longest serving chief, coming within a couple of months of the City's second police chief, John Crow.
Letter: Why we are still voting No on Measure B
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/19/2020 - 1:49pm
We would like to respond to a recent "Letter to the Editor" on 2/17/20 in which the author infers that we may not have reached out to Lake Valley Fire for information. We have had multiple conversations with LVFPD Board Member, Leona Allen. Ms. Hall sent a letter seeking information and clarification to Chief Alameda which was published in a local newspaper and went unanswered.
Vail awards $2.8 million in grant support to 76 Lake Tahoe area nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/18/2020 - 3:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Vail Resorts EpicPromise has selected 76 local nonprofits in the Lake Tahoe area to receive one of their 2019-20 community grants, totaling $2.8 million in grant support.
Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood recently held a breakfast to honor the recipients. The followed with a similar celebration at Northstar, the third area Vail resort.
Letter: No on Measure M because of VHR and GPS road issues
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/17/2020 - 11:03am
NO on Measure M. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has repeatedly told us they are willing to engage us with our GPS and to a lesser degree the VHR's. They told me to my face at the wed meeting that have contacted us and were working with us. Nothing could be further from the truth.
