Lake Tahoe

High Fives Foundation Announces "Access to My" Monthly Giving Campaign with New ADA-Accessible Website

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Monday, September 28, 2020
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Starting in September 2020 and running through February 2021, the Foundation will run the "Access to My" video campaign.

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  • Starting in September 2020 and running through February 2021, the Foundation will run the "Access to My" video campaign.
  • Each video will describe how High Fives donations, collectively over $125,000, allow them access to accessibility, independence, and freedom.
  • A $20.00 monthly donation will give five High Fives Athletes a ski, bike, or fishing lesson with a family member once a year.
  • The High Fives Foundation wants "Access to My" donors to become the safety net of the outdoor sports community.

Granite Wins 2020 Build America Award for Iconic Lake Tahoe Trail

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Monday, September 21, 2020
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Granites (NYSE:GVA) SR-28 Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail (SR-28 Trail) project in Incline Village, Nevada has received the 2020 Construction Risk Partners Build America Award in Construction Management from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

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  • Granites (NYSE:GVA) SR-28 Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail (SR-28 Trail) project in Incline Village, Nevada has received the 2020 Construction Risk Partners Build America Award in Construction Management from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
  • The AGC Build America Award honors AGC members who build the nation's most impressive construction projects across the building, highway and transportation, utility infrastructure, and federal and heavy divisions.
  • This award recognizes Granites integrated partnerships and collaborative approach to improving safety, mobility, water quality, and recreational access along Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America.
  • For more information on the SR-28 Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail, visit the Nevada Department of Transportation website .

A New President Takes the Helm at Sierra Nevada University

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Wednesday, September 2, 2020
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INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev., Sept. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --After an extensive search, Sierra Nevada University has secured a new president for the institution as of August 31, 2020.

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  • INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev., Sept. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --After an extensive search, Sierra Nevada University has secured a new president for the institution as of August 31, 2020.
  • Interdisciplinarity, teamwork, and collaboration are central to Dr. Valli's vision, as they are central to Sierra Nevada University and the College of Entrepreneurial Leadership campus in Incline Village.
  • "I am grateful and excited to welcome Dr. Valli's energy and extensive experience to the Sierra Nevada University team.
  • Sierra Nevada University is Nevada's only accredited private non-profit four-year university.

FTC Approves Final Order Imposing Conditions on Casino Operators Eldorado Resorts, Inc. and Caesars Entertainment Corporation

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020
States of the United States, Geography of California, Geography of the United States, Bossier City, Louisiana, Shreveport, Louisiana, Twin River Worldwide Holdings, Federal Trade Commission, Lake Tahoe, Eldorado Resorts, Caesars Entertainment Corporation

Following a public comment period, the Federal Trade Commission has approved a final ordersettling charges that Eldorados $17.3 billion agreement to acquire Caesars likely would violate federal antitrust law.

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  • Following a public comment period, the Federal Trade Commission has approved a final ordersettling charges that Eldorados $17.3 billion agreement to acquire Caesars likely would violate federal antitrust law.
  • According to the complaint, which was first announced in June, the proposed acquisition would likely harm competition for casino services in the South Lake Tahoe area of Nevada and the Bossier City-Shreveport area of Louisiana.
  • The final order requires the parties to divest casino-related assets to Twin River Worldwide Holdings, Inc. in both markets.
  • The Commission vote to approve the final order was 3-1-1.

FTC Approves Final Order Imposing Conditions on Casino Operators Eldorado Resorts, Inc. and Caesars Entertainment Corporation

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020
States of the United States, Geography of California, Geography of the United States, Bossier City, Louisiana, Shreveport, Louisiana, Twin River Worldwide Holdings, Federal Trade Commission, Lake Tahoe, Eldorado Resorts, Caesars Entertainment Corporation

Following a public comment period, the Federal Trade Commission has approved a final ordersettling charges that Eldorados $17.3 billion agreement to acquire Caesars likely would violate federal antitrust law.

Key Points: 
  • Following a public comment period, the Federal Trade Commission has approved a final ordersettling charges that Eldorados $17.3 billion agreement to acquire Caesars likely would violate federal antitrust law.
  • According to the complaint, which was first announced in June, the proposed acquisition would likely harm competition for casino services in the South Lake Tahoe area of Nevada and the Bossier City-Shreveport area of Louisiana.
  • The final order requires the parties to divest casino-related assets to Twin River Worldwide Holdings, Inc. in both markets.
  • The Commission vote to approve the final order was 3-1-1.

Granite Team Installs Log Jam at Derby Dam Fish Screen

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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It is an important project component of the new fish screen structure built at Derby Dam to support safe fish passage for the LCT along the Truckee River between Pyramid Lake and Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

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  • It is an important project component of the new fish screen structure built at Derby Dam to support safe fish passage for the LCT along the Truckee River between Pyramid Lake and Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
  • Working in waterways is always challenging, explains Cody Cummings, Granites project manager for the Derby Dam Horizontal Fish Screen Project.
  • The ELJ plays an important role in the Derby Dam Fish Screen Project.
  • The Derby Dam Fish Screen Project is scheduled for completion in fall 2020.

Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos® Implements Worldwide SAFE + SOUND Program, Including 262-Point Inspection, As Properties Reopen In Time For Summer Travel

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Monday, July 6, 2020
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Additional North American Hard Rock Hotel locations open to guests include Daytona Beach, Orlando, San Diego and Guadalajara.

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  • Additional North American Hard Rock Hotel locations open to guests include Daytona Beach, Orlando, San Diego and Guadalajara.
  • The game is on at the Future Home of Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, as well as Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos in Tampa, Hollywood (Fla.), Lake Tahoe, Sacramento, Sioux City, Biloxi, Tulsa and Atlantic City.
  • Additional Hard Rock Hotels open around the globe include iconic European destinations such as Dublin, Davos and the new waterside hotel in Amsterdam.
  • Additional Hard Rock Hotels including Ibiza, Tenerife and Bali are scheduled to welcome guests back by Aug. 1.

Melissa Joan Hart Joins Musicians, Chefs, to Help Children's Gardening Nonprofit Survive Pandemic

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
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The global pandemic caused the organization to cancel its spring and summer camps for students, a primary source of revenue.

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  • The global pandemic caused the organization to cancel its spring and summer camps for students, a primary source of revenue.
  • Hart lives in Lake Tahoe and was introduced to the nonprofit in 2019.
  • "With Melissa's help, we can reach more homes and share our mission with individuals across the nation.
  • Urban Roots is a Reno-based nonprofit that strives to improve the way children learn and eat through garden-based education.

Aramark Welcomes Back Visitors to National Parks and Public Lands

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Monday, June 15, 2020
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Zephyr Cove Marina offers powerboats, pontoon boats, personal watercraft, water toy rentals and parasailing.

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  • Zephyr Cove Marina offers powerboats, pontoon boats, personal watercraft, water toy rentals and parasailing.
  • Other ways to enjoy this region include Lake Tahoe Adventures , offering a variety of ways to explore the backcountry on ATVs, Razor (RZR) tours and guided horseback rides.
  • Aramark EverSafe is the Companys platform that supports the safe reopening and sustainable management of client locations.
  • Aramark is recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Human Rights Campaign (LGBTQ+), DiversityInc, Equal Employment Publications and the Disability Equality Index.

LAURA KIMPTON’S MONUMENTAL BURNING MAN LOVE SCULPTURE COMES TO RENOWN HEALTH HOSPITAL IN RENO, NEVADA

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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Reno, Nev., April 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LOVE, a monumental word sculpture by artist Laura Kimpton , has been installed at Renown Healths Regional Medical Center in downtown Reno.

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  • Reno, Nev., April 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LOVE, a monumental word sculpture by artist Laura Kimpton , has been installed at Renown Healths Regional Medical Center in downtown Reno.
  • On view until July 16, 2020, LOVE was lent to Renown by Kimpton and its installation was funded by Artown and the Renown Health Foundation.
  • First seen at Burning Man in 2019, the overall footprint of the one-ton welded aluminum LOVE is 40-feet long by 4-feet deep.
  • Renown Health is a locally governed and locally owned, not-for-profit integrated healthcare network serving northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe and northeast California.