Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 02/24/2026, Written by Petra Molina

From high-speed downhill runs to technical slalom turns and gravity-defying snowboard tricks, Truckee – Tahoe athletes delivered strong performances across disciplines at the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Here’s a look at how local competitors fared on the world’s biggest winter sports stage.

Alpine Skiing

Olympic Valley skier Bryce Bennett competed in the men’s downhill, one of alpine skiing’s fastest events. Known for long courses and high speeds, downhill races often stretch beyond a minute and a half with wide gate spacing that allows athletes to reach top velocity. Bennett finished 13th with a time of 1:53.45, just 1.84 seconds off the podium.

In the women’s giant slalom, Team USA Nina O’Brien placed 20th, clocking a combined time of 2:15.31, 1.81 seconds behind the leader in the technical two-run event.

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Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, an award-winning year-round resort nestled in the stunning natural beauty of North Lake Tahoe’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, announces Find Your Flow and Sauna & Soul, two moon-based wellness experiences at Stillwater Spa that invite guests to pause, reconnect, and embrace mindful practices aligned with the natural rhythms of the lunar cycle.

“We’re creating a unique space for guests to explore reflection and movement, whether they are seeking renewal or a deeper connection to themselves and their community,” said Julie Orblych, director of spa and wellness at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. “Each session is designed to honor the energy of the moon while providing practical tools for relaxation, intention setting, and holistic wellness.”

Sauna & Soul is centered around the New Moon each month and helps participants harness the energy of new beginnings. The two-hour experience includes gentle movement, mindful breathing, and meditation, followed by guided journaling paired with soothing sound vibrations. Guests conclude the session with a sauna and steam ritual to restore balance and leave feeling renewed. Upcoming sessions are on February 17, March 18, and April 17, and the experience is $45 per person.

Find Your Flow is a three-part journey designed to release tension, restore balance, and deepen connection to self and community. Each session is distinct, offering different wellness practices each month. Participants start with restorative stretching and breathing exercises, move into self-myofascial release techniques to ease tightness and increase mobility, and conclude the series with a community discussion plus a sauna and steam ritual. The first flow takes place on February 10, the second on March 24, and the third on April 7, with each session priced at $35 per person.

Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle, journal, and an open mind and heart. Both experiences are led by wellness professionals Jessica Hillman, a 200-hour certified yoga teacher, reiki practitioner, and certified sound healer, and Ashley Ray, a 500-hour certified yoga teacher and certified breathwork instructor. 

Space is limited and advanced reservations are required. For more information or to reserve a spot, call Stillwater Spa at (775) 886-6745. 

For more information or to book a getaway to Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, please visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com, or call (775) 832-1234.

About Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino

Situated among the towering peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the award-winning Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino offers a premier destination based in  the nature-infused setting of North Lake Tahoe. The resort is home to an on-site Adventure program offering daily guided activities to help guests explore the Tahoe outdoors with everything from group hikes and archery classes to meditation sessions. Guests can enjoy premium amenities such as a year-round heated lagoon-style pool, two hot tubs, and a 25,000 square-foot Grand Lodge Casino. The resort also boasts the 20,000 square-foot Stillwater Spa featuring a variety of relaxing massages, facials and body treatments as well as state-of-the-art touchless therapies including the Cryobuilt Cryochamber, “Pearl” a revolutionary float orb, and the “Harmony” bioacoustic mat. The property showcases premier dining opportunities at the brand-new Osteria Sierra offering elevated Italian cuisine, pub-style fare at Cutthroat’s Saloon, and grab-and-go selections at Tahoe Provisions. Additional culinary delights include afternoon tea service on the weekends and a selection world-class pastries created by the resort’s renowned team of pastry chefs. Recognized for excellence, the resort has garnered numerous awards including Travel + Leisure’s 500 Best Hotels in the World, Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best, Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Smart Meetings Smart Stars Awards, and U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotel Awards.

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino is located on the Nevada
side of Lake Tahoe, at 111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV, 89451.Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino is located on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe, at 111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV, 89451. For more information, visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com or follow the resort on Facebook or Instagram.

About Hyatt Regency hotels 

The Hyatt Regency brand is a global collection of hotels and resorts found in more than 200 locations in over 40 countries around the world. The depth and breadth of this diverse portfolio, from expansive resorts to urban city centers, is a testament to the brand’s evolutionary spirit. For more than 50 years, the Hyatt Regency brand has championed fresh perspectives and enriching experiences, while its forward-thinking philosophy provides guests with inviting spaces that bring people together and foster a spirit of community. As a hospitality original, Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts are founded on openness—our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration. The brand prides itself on an everlasting reputation for insightful care—one that welcomes all people across all countries and cultures, generation after generation.
For more information, please visit hyatt.com

Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 2/21/2026, Julie Regan of TRPA

There’s nowhere on Earth like Lake Tahoe, and the public lands that surround Big Blue are the heart and soul of life in our community. They are also integral to the plan to protect and restore the Tahoe Basin. Measurable progress is being made on environmental goals that were set at a time when many of these open spaces were still privately owned and subject to development.

Last week, I had the honor of testifying in Washington, D.C. before a congressional committee on preserving Lake Tahoe’s public lands at the invitation of U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto. As a leader in the partnership known as Team Tahoe, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and many partners, including the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, have been working for years on legislation to modernize a law called the Santini-Burton Act. Since its enactment in 1980, the law has provided funds for the USDA Forest Service (USFS) to acquire more than 16,000 acres of sensitive lands in the Tahoe Basin.

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