Jesse Kalin
Krista Kline Carson ~ 1971 - 2019
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/16/2019 - 6:04pmKrista Kline Carson passed away peacefully on July 9, 2019 surrounded by family and friends after a 3½ year battle with cancer. Always positive, always upbeat she would constantly describe her life as AWSOME! She was a positive force for everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her husband Jesse Kalin (Philip) Carson, daughter Trella Ruth Carson, parents Don and Gwen Kline, brother and sister-in-law Scott and Jen Kline, step-daughter Madison Merz, step-son Travis Steidle and uncles, cousins and other relatives too numerous to mention.
4,000 people pack streets to watch South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/04/2018 - 11:52pmThe streets were full of residents and visitors in the holiday spirit Wednesday, waving flags and dressed in red, white and blue as the annual 4th of July Parade made its way through South Lake Tahoe. Led by the Marine Band San Diego, the over 200 entries in the parade included children, dancers, cyclists, classic cars and floats delighted those along the route.
An estimaed 4,000 people watched the show, an estimate provided to the City from the Marines as they have to document attendence at events they participate in.
Enjoy the 4th of July celebrations around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 11:33pmIt was July 4, 1776 when we first celebrated independence, and now 242 years later, we continue to do so. Lake Tahoe is one of those special place to enjoy the holiday and here are a few things offered:
8:00 a.m. - Kiva Beach Community Yoga
Rolling road closure for South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 10:21amEvent Date:
July 4, 2018 - 10:00am
The annual 4th of July Parade in South Lake Tahoe will go from Ski Run Boulevard to Bijou Community Park starting at 10:00 a.m Wednesday, and motorists need to be aware of some changes and possible delays.
14th annual South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club "Day in Paradise"
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 6:31pmEvent Date:
June 17, 2017 - 8:00am
Day in Paradise, a fun-filled event for the whole family sponsored by the South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club, will be on Saturday, June 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tahoe Paradise Park.
The day starts off with a pancake breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Then, stating at 10:00 a.m. are the famous Duck Races, kids games with prizes, Car & Truck Show and Shine, a Luau with roasted pig, beer and wine garden, and a silent auction.
Free live music for the day will be provided by two local favorites: Jesse Kalin Carson 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. / Trey Stone Band 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fundraiser for South Lake Tahoe woman fighting brain cancer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/03/2016 - 7:12pmEvent Date:
March 19, 2016 - 6:30pm
South Lake Tahoe's Krista Kline Carson is battling cancer after a tumor removed from her brain was found to be Stage IV Glioblastoma Multiforme, one of the fastest growing brain cancers.
She has been an inspiration to many, and to support her a group of friends has put together a fundraiser on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in South Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe woman facing brain cancer with friends, family and hugs
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/15/2016 - 8:35pm"I will not let cancer define who I am. Cancer is not going to be my story."
Those powerful words come from South Lake Tahoe local Krista Kline Carson.
The 1989 South Tahoe High graduate, wife, mother and wellness coordinator for Barton University, is battling cancer after a tumor removed from her brain was found to be Stage IV Glioblastoma Multiforme, one of the fastest growing brain cancers. On Monday, January 18 she begins a six week regime of radiation and chemotherapy.
Barton's Festival of the Trees and Lights opens; Winners announced
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/02/2015 - 9:46pmThe annual Barton Foundation Festival of Trees and Lights opened Wednesday at MontBleu with tree judging and the Senior Stroll.
The winners of the designer and school trees and wreath contests:
Designer Tree Category
Best Interpretation of Theme: No Place Like Home, by Cyndy Brown – Carlton
Most Elegant: Tantalizing Tango, by Belen Urrutia
Most “Out of the Box” (Creative): Steampunk Christmas, by Jeri Oishi & Enchanted Florist team
Best of Show: Tantalizing Tango, by Belen Urrutia
LTUSD Trees:
Lake Tahoe businesses and employees honored at Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/13/2015 - 2:05pmThe winners for the 8th annual Blue Ribbon Awards were announced Thursday night to a sold out dinner and ceremony at Montbleu Resort Casino and Spa. 300 community members attended to celebrate the winners of seven awards that honor exceptional South Shore businesses for their excellence in service, entrepreneurship, tourism and experience.
Riva Grill cocktail wins Barton Hospital's "Best Cocktail" contest
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/25/2015 - 9:51pmMore than 250 people packed the Riva Grill Thursday night for Barton Foundation's 6th Annual Signature Cocktail Contest.
The winner of the event, Riva Grill's Erick Martinez, is no stranger to the podium. Attendees voted his Blue Linen “Best Cocktail.” The drink combined Tahoe Blue Vodka with lavender, mint, cucumber, and St. Germain. Martinez, who also received the most tips and was voted “Most Congenial Bartender.” Erick received “Most Congenial Bartender” in 2014 and “Best Cocktail” in 2013.
Local bartenders to mix up specialties for Barton fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/24/2015 - 8:41pmEvent Date:
September 23, 2015 - 5:30pm
Sample Tahoe’s newest cocktail creations at the sixth annual Signature Cocktail Contest. Hosted by the Barton Foundation, the community event will take place Wednesday, September 23 at the Riva Grill at 5:30 p.m.
Contest attendees can sample an assortment of cocktails created by Tahoe mixologists who are comprised of bartenders from local establishments, each showcase a unique concoction with Tahoe Blue Vodka and have been known to add less traditional ingredients like cotton candy or potato chips.
Lake Tahoe concert line-up for August
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/02/2015 - 1:52pmJuly 17-Aug 23 Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival: "Romeo and Juliet" @ Sand Harbor
July 29-Aug 02 Shayla Rivera / Pete Banachowski @ Improv at Harvey's
July 31-Aug 16 Lake Tahoe Summerfest classical music series @ Sierra Nevada College
July 31-Aug 01 Lisa Marie Johnston @ Moodys Bistro
Coburn Station @ Bar of America
August 01 Three Dog Night @ Montbleu
Robert Cray @ Harrah's
Forget the Roses @ Hard Rock Hotel
Drought Relief @ Heavenly Village
DJ Rick Gee / DJ Rockwell @ Peek Tahoe
Daze on the Green @ Cabo Wabo
JKC Band @ Steamers
Darren Senn @ 968 Park Hotel
Free concerts every Friday and Saturday at Heavenly Village
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/03/2015 - 5:13pmThe Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series got underway last weekend. This annual series of live music takes place every Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. The stage rotates around the village from in front of Starbucks and Basecamp Pizza, to the fountain and in front along Highway 50.
Here is the lineup:
Friday, 5/29 - Liquid Cactus | Funk/Rock
Saturday, 5/30 - Paige & Fearless Kin | Bluegrass/Acoustic
Friday, 6/5 - Electric Jimmys | Classic Rock/Grateful Dead Trib
Saturday, 6/6 - Tracorum | Classic/Jam Rock
Full entertainment schedule in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/02/2015 - 9:36pmMay 1-3 Mark Pitta / Jack Coen @ Improv at Harveys
Genoa Cowboy Festival feat. Lacy J Dalton and the Dalton Gang, The Western Flyers, Richard Elloyan, Steve Wade, Larry Maurice, Mike Beck, Gary Allegretto, Walt Cheney, Belinda Gail, All Hat No Cattle, Sourdough Slim, Tony Argento, Ken Gardner, John and Betsie Elliott, Ed and Connie Kretschmer, The Mountain Girls, Cowboys By Night, McAboy Lane, CW & Mr. Spoons, Don S. Thompson, Michael Fischer, Dianna Borges, Kim Copel @ Genoa, NV
Live music w/ Steve & Tom @ Gar Woods
May 01 1 year anniversary party w/ DJ Trek @ Xhale
February Music Scene: Jefferson Starship, Lewis Black, Winstrong, Love and Light, ALO
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/07/2015 - 12:31amFebruary 01 Unkle Funkle @ McP's
Super Bowl Party @ Himmel Haus
Seraphin @ Northstar
February 02 Mark Wilson @ McP's
Ben Fuller @ West Shore Cafe
DJ Lambchop @ Fat Cat Cafe
February 03 Coop Da Loop, Dub Coling, Resonant Language @ Whisky Dick's
Buddy Emmer Blues Band @ Harrah's
Open Mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
February 4-8 Alan Havey / Joe Dosch @ Improv at Harveys
February 04 Zebuel, Haylestorm, IJV @ The Grid
Chris Emmington @ fat Cat Cafe
February 05 The Saddle Tramps @ Hard Rock Hotel
Taking Root @ Rojo's
Lake Tahoe music, events and concerts for January 2015
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/05/2015 - 7:31pmJanuary 2015 in Tahoe: Kool and the Gang, G. Love and Special Sauce, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, The Guess Who
January 1-4 John Henton / Sean Kent @ Improv at Harveys
January 01 Rustler's Moon @ Bar of America
George Souza Trio @ Moodys Bistro
January 02-03 National Soul @ Bar of America
Steve & Tom @ Gar Woods
January 02 Jesse Kalin @ The Beacon
Crystal Basin Wine Tasting @ 968 Park Hotel
The Novelists @ Moodys Bistro
January 03 Mark Hummel, Elvin Bishop, Rick Estrin, Little Charly Baty @ Harrahs
Tom Dickson @ The Beacon
Bison @ Sierra at Tahoe
December 2014 Concert Report for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/05/2014 - 11:42pmDecember 02 Eklektik / TYMK / IJV @ Whisky Dick's
Open Mic Night w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
Jeremy Jones w/ clips from "Higher", "Further", and "Deeper" @ Tahoe Aty Haus
Cinema
December 03-07 Tom Rhodes / Ahmed Baroocha @ Improv at Harveys
December 03 Steve Wozniak @ Hard Rock Cafe
Light up a life @ Barton festival of trees and lights
Brennan Lagasse on skiing greenland @ Tahoe Art Haus Cinema
Lambchop, Gurbtron, Clutch, Bassment-ality @ The Grid
December 3-7 Barton Festival of Trees and Lights @ Harrah's
December 04 Inner Rythims @ Northstar
Lake Tahoe November Concert Scene
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/08/2014 - 7:35pmFabulous Lake Tahoe's concert report for November 2014.
http://fabulouslaketahoe.blogspot.com/2014/11/november-2014-in-tahoe-bassnectar.html
November 01 Drought Relief @ Cabo Wabo
The Blokes @ 968 Park Hotel
Live Music w/ Steve and Tom @ Gar Woods
November 02 DJ Chris English @ Cabo Wabo
November 03 Cash Only Band @ Cabo Wabo
November 04 The Connor Party @ Cabo Wabo
Open mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
Ken Newbold of MontBleu wins People's Choice at Barton Cocktail Contest
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/25/2014 - 8:12pmMore than 200 people enjoyed the unique cocktail creations served up at the 5th Annual Barton Foundation Signature Cocktail contest held at the Riva Grill on Wednesday evening.
The festive and lively evening featured nine bartenders who were challenged to create a drink that featured Tahoe Blue Vodka. Contestants included Stephen Camp (Heavenly), Gary Gramprie (LewMarNel’s), Ian Sievwright (MacDuff’s ), Alice Schmalenberger (Mc P’s Pub ), Ken Newbold (MontBleu), Josh Thompson (Nepheles ), Erick Martinez (Riva Grill), Mara Milich (Sonney’s BBQ ), and Rob Morse (The Boathouse).
September 2014 in Tahoe: The Verve Pipe, Air Supply
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/07/2014 - 6:21pmSept. 1-4 Burning Man decompression w/ Bhudda Lounge & Bhudda Bass @ 968 park Hotel
September 01 Cash Only Band @ Cabo Wabo
DJ Lambchop / Daytxna @ Fat Cat Cafe
September 02 Jesse Kalin @ Cabo Wabo
Open Mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
Sept. 3-7 Will Durst / David Gee @ Improv at Harvey's
September 03 Open Mic w/ Jesse Kalin @ Cabo Wabo
Hypha, Professor Stone, DJ So freaky, IJV @ The Grid
Sept. 4-6 Dyer Maker @ Cabo Wabo
September 04 Kylan Johnson @ Cottonwood Bar & Grill
Graham Marshall Group @ Moody's Bistro
Sept. 5-7 Autumn Food and Wine Festival @ Northstar
Local mixologists complete in 5th Annual Signature Cocktail Contest
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/01/2014 - 8:22pmEvent Date:
September 24, 2014 - 5:30pm
Local bartenders will be competing for top honors on September 24 at the popular Cocktail Contest put on by the Barton Foundation.
Attendees will be tasting a variety of creations while enjoying a raffle, music by Jesse Kalin and heavy appetizers, The annual event is at the Riva Grill from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
All proceeds benefit community health and wellness.
Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door until sold out.
Lake Tahoe concert line-up for August
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/03/2014 - 9:44pmAugust 01 Leche De Tigre / Connor Party @ Heavenly Village
Young Shakespeare: "As You Like It" @ Valhalla Boathouse
Theater
The Novelists @ The Beacon
Straight Jacket @ Himmel Haus
DJ Enfo @ Peek Tahoe
Tressa Bell @ 968 Park
the Wrinkle @ King's Beach
Lisa Marie Johnston @ Cottonwood bar and grill
Ana Popovitch w/ The Steepwater Band @ Crystal Bay Club
August 1-2 Ashley Red @ Cabo Wabo
August 02 LADY GAGA Artpop Ball w/ Lady Starlight @ Harvey's Outdoor
Amphitheatre
Naive Melodies / Patrick Walsch @ heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe 4th of July Fireworks 2014
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/05/2014 - 6:45pmSouth Lake Tahoe's 2014 fireworks display included this song performed by local Jesse Kalin Carson. The spectacular show is synchronized to music so no better way to show the visitors what Lake Tahoe is all about than to use a local artist's music.
July 2014 in Tahoe: Billy Ray Cyrus, Sinbad, Carrie Underwood, Train
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/02/2014 - 8:37pmWOW! This is probably the busiest concert month since I've been keeping a blog.
#4thofJuly events include parades and fireworks on both ends of the lake in #LakeTahoe plus Billy Ray Cyrus in Incline Village and Sinbad at the Montbleu on July 5th, Black Star Safari, 4-piece puzzle, and Groovebox at the American legion July 4th, Red White & Bass feat. Love and Light, Muppet Punk, Gurbtron, Trevor Selby, Tre Tuna, DJ Chango at Lakeside at Night and Stylust Beats, Subtropixx, Aux, IJV at Tahoe...
July 01 Unauthorized Rolling Stones @ Harrah's
El Dorado County Fair Opens in Placerville
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/12/2014 - 9:00pmIt'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.
June Activities in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/10/2014 - 8:01pmJune 04-08 Bret Ernst / Gilbert Lawand @ Improv @ Harvey's
June 05-07 Dyer Maker @ Cabo Wabo
June 05 Kelly Anne Miller @ Cottonwood Bar and Grill
The Steve Labella group @ Moody's Bistro
Stan Charles / Ryan Davis (Scarecrow Project) @ The Passtime Club
June 06 Merry Gold / Connor Party @ Heavenly Village
The Prophets of Addiction, Judas Thieves @ Whisky Dick's
The Deckheads @ Bar of America
Bonfire: a tribute to AC/DC / Coop da Loop, Zach Rawlinson @ Crystal Bay Club
June 07-08 Valhalla Renaissance Faire
June 07 Neil Sedaka @ Harrah's
June in South Lake Tahoe: Sarah McLaughlin,Three Dog Night, Joan Osborne, Neil Sedaka
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/31/2014 - 6:37pmLots to do in South Lake Tahoe during the month of June!
June 01 America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride @ Montbleu
Wagon train parade
Family Bike Day @ Truckee Regional Park
Rock River Band @ The Beacon
Dimitri Mathemey group @ Moody's Bistro
Mike Kise Memorial charity fishing derby @ Jakes on the Lake
June 02 Rise Up @ Rojo's
June 03 LunarBurn fundraiser w/ GmD, Highbreed, Monophorix @ Whisky Dick's
Halloween Cove Returns to Beach Retreat & Lodge
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/03/2013 - 8:17pmEvent Date:
October 31, 2013 - 4:00pm
Halloween Cove returns to South Lake Tahoe on October 31 at the Tahoe Beach Retreat & Lodge (formerly Timber Cove Lodge) from 4 pm to 8 pm. KTHO Radio is the sponsor of this fun filled evening which includes trick or treating, live music from Jesse Kalin, Boys & Girls Club Bounce House, face painters, balloon artist, children's photos, fire safety by Tahoe Douglas Fire Department and much more....and it's all free!
Barton Foundation Signature Cocktail Contest
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/02/2013 - 7:12amEvent Date:
September 12, 2013 - 5:30pm
Barton Foundation Signature Cocktail Contest returns Sept. 12, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Riva Grill.
This year, the Barton Health Festival of Trees and Lights annual Signature Cocktail Contest will feature unique and tasty drinks created by bartenders from Chart House, Heavenly, Kalani’s, LewMarNel’s, MontBleu, Naked Fish and Riva Grill.
Grand 'Re Re' Opening at the Coyote Grill Saturday
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/13/2013 - 8:18am
Event Date:
July 13, 2013 - 4:00pm The Coyote Grill has announced their entertainment line-up for the Grand 'Re Re' Opening beginning this afternoon at 4:00 PM, with the live broadcast of Captain Tom 'Buzz' Conley's 'Blues Cruise' program originating from their broadcast facility in 'The Den' of the Coyote Grill and continuing throughout the evening on 96.1 FM and AM 590, KTHO; and streaming on the World Wide Web at www.kthoradio.com.
Location
The Coyote Grill
212 Elks Point Road, Suite 101
Zephyr Cove, Nevada
United States
See map: Google Maps
Halloween Cove 2012!
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 11:33am
Event Date:
October 31, 2012 - 4:00pm The party of all Halloween parties...Halloween Cove at Timber Cove Lodge brought to you by your friends at K-TAHOE Radio!
Be a part of this year’s NEW South Lake Tahoe Halloween tradition, K-Tahoe’s “Halloween Cove” from 4PM-8PM! We are creating a safe trick-or-treat environment for local children this year with a great central location & tons of parking! And there will be plenty of events & entertainment for older kids & mom & dad, too! Best of all...it's FREE!!
Great events like:
Location
Timber Cove Lodge
3411 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
38° 56' 47.1696" N, 119° 58' 1.0524" W
See map: Google Maps
Jesse Kalin using Kickstarter to make a new album
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/07/2012 - 9:57amJesse Kalin always has lofty goals.His latest is to raise enough money to make an album with an accomplished Bay Area producer."I've done hundreds of fundraisers, but this is the first one for m...
Jesse Kalin, Cool Black Kettle at Fresh Ketch to drum up kickstarter.com campaign
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/04/2012 - 12:52amEvent Date:
September 11, 2012 - 6:00pm
Three weeks away from hitting a target goal to produce his first solo CD, veteran South Lake Tahoe musician Jesse Kalin is inviting the community to special night gathering of music and friends at the Fresh Ketch, from 6 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012.
Kalin will be performing with his band Cool Black Kettle during the special night appearance. A raffle, and plenty of music are in store. The Fresh Ketch is located at 2435 Venice Dr., South Lake Tahoe in the Tahoe Keys Marina.
Barton Foundation’s Third Annual 'Signature' Cocktail Contest
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/30/2012 - 2:55amEvent Date:
September 13, 2012 - 5:30pm
Mixologists, also known as bartenders, will create delicious winter cocktail concoctions, while adding their own enticing flare during the third annual Barton Foundation “Signature” Cocktail Contest, Thursday, Sept. 13 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Riva Grill.
The contest, sponsored by Riva Grill and Tahoe Blue Vodka, is the official “kick off” to the annual Festival of Trees & Lights, held November 29 – December 2, at Montbleu Resort Casino & Spa.
The metamorphosis of Jesse Kalin; singer-songwriter to play Valhalla's Boathouse Theater
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/09/2012 - 11:32amYou've changed, Jesse Kalin.The longtime Cool Black Kettle bandleader has been South Shore's ubiquitous ambassador of the party for a decade and a half. And he still is, but anybody who knows hi...
Help South Lake Tahoe musician Jesse Kalin fulfill a dream
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/03/2012 - 10:11amHello family, fans and Facebook friends, I hope your summer is shining brightly on you all.
I'm excited to tell you about my newest music project that I just launched with Kickstarter. With two records behind me and many years living, playing cover/original music on the road and at home, I'm finally ready to record my first SOLO CD. For the last two years I've been putting my heart and soul into writing my original music and now have so much material that I need to make a record.
Jesse Kalin to showcase his original music at the historic Valhalla Boathouse Theatre
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 07/16/2012 - 2:46amEvent Date:
August 13, 2012 - 7:00pm
On Monday August 13, 2012 at the Valhalla Boathouse Theatre in South Lake Tahoe, Jesse Kalin will take center stage performing his original music in an intimate concert setting. With over 20 original songs written, Jesse will share material that has not been heard before.
Jesse Kalin 'Lonesome Highway'
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:11pmVideo location in Lake Tahoe. Filmed and co produced by Jackie Dauzat. Music and lyrics by Jesse Kalin. For more go to www.jessekalin.com and follow him on Facebook here.
Here is the official release:
Local singer and songwriter Jesse Kalin has just released a new single. Yet another great original song, it’s called, Lonesome Highway.
Local musician Jesse Kalin announces the hiring of new personal manager
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/14/2012 - 11:04amRefining his sound by ‘going solo’ local singer and songwriter Jesse Kalin is pleased to announce the hiring of personal manager, Karen Estes of Estes Management Company.
Jesse and Karen first worked together when she worked at Caesars Tahoe and Jesse was getting started with his career. Their hope is to bring the best of Jesse’s music to every one , performing in Lake Tahoe and in cities such as Reno, Sacramento, San Francisco and beyond! “The sky is the limit with the passion and talent that Jesse beholds.” Says Estes.