Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, an award-winning year-round resort nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, is recognized in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. The annual awards honor travelers’ favorite hotels, resorts, and destinations around the world. 

“We are incredible honored to be recognized by Conde Nast Traveler readers in this year’s Reader’ Choice Awards,” said Pascal Dupuis, General Manager of Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our exceptional team and the memorable experiences they create for our guests. We are grateful to the travelers who voted for us and continue to make our resort part of their Lake Tahoe getaways.”

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe is recognized in the category of “Top Resorts in the Mountain West,” making it the only Lake Tahoe hotel featured in this year’s Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards. Each year, the awards celebrate excellence in the travel industry based on ratings submitted by the publication’s readers. Participants evaluate hotels, resorts, destinations, airlines, and more using criteria relevant to each category. Final scores reflect the average of those ratings, with candidates required to meet minimum response and overall thresholds to qualify. The list of the top resorts in the Mountain West can be found by visiting https://www.cntraveler.com/gallery/top-mountain-west-resorts. 

Situated in Incline Village, on the shore of North America’s largest alpine lake, Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe provides a mountain getaway that pairs outdoor exploration with distinctive dining and relaxation. Guests can discover the region through the resort’s Adventure program, featuring guided hikes, seasonal excursions, and experiences that showcase Tahoe’s natural beauty. 

After exploring North Lake Tahoe, guests can enjoy the resort’s Osteria Sierra, which features a modern take on Italian cuisine, offering house-made pasta and family-style dishes. The experience continues outdoors, where guests can gather around the resort’s firepits and enjoy S’mores while taking in the surrounding mountain scenery.

Guests can also relax and recharge at Stillwater Spa, which provides a tranquil retreat with rejuvenating treatments and distinctive wellness experiences, including the Lake Tahoe area’s only whole-body cryotherapy chamber, a sensory deprivation float tank and bioacoustics therapy. 

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 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 Cryo Chamber, “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 of 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. 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

Submitted by Dani Arneson, Director of Program Services for BGCNLT

We are currently looking for local businesses and community partners who are interested in helping our teens explore career opportunities right here in North Lake Tahoe.

We are seeking businesses willing to welcome a small group of our Teen Center members for a few hours to job shadow, learn about different careers, and get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to work in your industry.

This is a relatively small time commitment for a business, but it can have a lasting impact on a young person. These experiences help teens:Explore careers they may not have considered, understand the skills and education needed for different careers,ask questions and connect with local professionals,build confidence and workplace readiness,see real opportunities available within our community

For local businesses, this is also an opportunity to connect with the next generation of our workforce and begin building relationships with young people who may eventually become employees, interns, or future professionals in our community.

We greatly appreciate any business or organization willing to participate. Below is additional information attached regarding what this opportunity could look like for you, your business, and our teens.

If this is something you would be interested in, please reach out to me directly. I would love to connect, answer any questions, and discuss how we can create an experience that works well for your business.

Thank you for supporting the young people of North Lake Tahoe and for investing in the future of our community!

There’s more great news to celebrate in Incline Village! 

Incline High School has officially earned a 5-Star rating (the highest possible rating) on the 2025-26 Nevada School Performance Framework. The achievement reflects strong performance across academics, graduation rates, and college and career readiness. Nevada’s 5-Star designation is reserved for schools demonstrating exceptional overall performance. Nevada Department of Education

Even more impressive, IHS has shown five consecutive years of growth, culminating in a 94-point performance score, and the Class of 2026 also achieved a 100% graduation rate. It’s an accomplishment that reflects the hard work of IHS students, teachers, staff, families, and the broader Incline community.

Congratulations, Highlanders!  You’ve given us another great reason to be proud of our local schools!

Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 9/18/2026, Staff Report

The Board of Directors of Pet Network Humane Society in Incline Village, Nevada, met earlier this week in an emergency session to address and take further action on newly discovered information related to apparent fraudulent bookkeeping and missing funds.

Initial discovery of the suspected fraud was triggered by an IRS status discrepancy. Once made aware of the unexpected IRS change, the board and executive director quickly began investigating other suspicious activities.

As a result of these efforts, the board and executive director uncovered what they believe to be substantial fraud, including falsification of financial records, accounting irregularities, and potential missing funds in excess of $2.5 million over a period of several years.

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Originally Published in The Tahoe Daily Tribune, 6/08/2026, Written by Victoria Mastrocola

There’s a new pickleball pro in town. Troy Akin, PPA Tour two-time gold medalist and a top 100 professional pickleball player, is bringing his skill and passion to Incline Village.

While playing and coaching tennis for 10-plus years, Akin fell in love with pickleball just before it became one of the most talked-about sports in the nation. 

“I got in right before the pandemic boom of pickleball hit,” said Akin. “So I had a little advantage getting in early.”

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Incline Village and Crystal Bay Restaurant Week is back for its third year, bringing a ten-day celebration of local flavor, creativity, and community to North Lake Tahoe.

Kicking off May 16 and running through Memorial Day, participating restaurants across Incline Village and Crystal Bay will feature curated menus, special pricing, and unique dining experiences that highlight the best of our local food scene. Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting for the holiday weekend, it’s the perfect time to explore new spots or return to your favorites.

A Week to Explore Local Flavor

Restaurant Week showcases the diversity and talent of our local culinary community. From casual bites to elevated dining, each restaurant offers something a little different, giving you a reason to try somewhere new throughout the week.

Expect thoughtfully crafted menus, seasonal ingredients, and special offerings you won’t typically find on a regular night out.

Support Local, Dine Local

Beyond great food, Restaurant Week is about supporting the businesses that make Incline Village and Crystal Bay such a vibrant place to live, work, and visit. Every reservation, takeout order, and shared meal helps strengthen our local economy and celebrate the people behind it.

Plan Your Week

Browse participating restaurants, explore menus, and map out your week of dining. Some restaurants are still finalizing their specials, so be sure to check back regularly for updates and new offerings at https://www.ivcba.org/ivcb-restaurant-week/.

Whether you’re planning a date night, a family dinner, or gathering with friends over Memorial Day weekend, Restaurant Week makes it easy to experience more of what our community has to offer.

Join the Celebration

Mark your calendar and come hungry. Restaurant Week is your invitation to discover, connect, and celebrate the local dining scene in Incline Village and Crystal Bay.

To see the list of participating res

Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 1/22/2026, Written by Victoria Mastrocola

Outside Interactive, previous network owner of Lake Tahoe Television, has transferred its ownership to former General Manager, Peter Loughlin along with several other local owners and will relaunch as Adventure Outdoors Network – Lake Tahoe. 

In the process of transitioning out of an ownership role, the Outside Interactive network has been selling all operations for each of its TV stations with goals of converting the stations into affiliate programs that are locally owned and operated. 

Loughlin, who is now CEO, established the station and has been in the Tahoe market since 1993. He was offered the chance to purchase the station from the previous ownership group, but was outbid. 

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Photo: Tahoe Daily Tribune

With a nod to Anne Sullivan, who Mark Twain dubbed “The Miracle Worker” for her wonderous work with Helen Keller away back in the 19^th century, I nominate my chiropractor, Dr. Jon, as The Miracle Worker of the 21^st century.

Granted, he did not have sight and hearing issues to deal with like Anne did with Helen, but I brought Dr. Jon a pain in my back that would make a cow bellow.

I have felt bone pain before, and I have felt muscle pain before, but my introduction to nerve pain commanded my total attention, and dropped me to the floor like a stone. Yes, the Sciatic Nerve carries with it all the high-voltage and fire power of the third rail in a New York City subway, and when it comes to surprises there is nothing quite like the Sciatica. 

Where muscle pain will elicit a cry of, “Ouch!” Bone pain will call for a stronger word like, “Damn!” But Sciatic pain is guaranteed to sally forth a laundry list of tightly knitted expletives, as in, “@#$%&*!” (I cleaned that up for the benefit of this fine family journal, but you get the idea.)

So, enter Dr. Jon, who regards the Sciatic Nerve as a member of his family, a member that needs to be cared for and invited to Christmas dinner. He showed me with a model how nerves weave in and out of the spine, and get easily pinched, which hurts like H.E. Double Hockey Sticks, if you know what I mean…

Then he pulled and pried me until I was as flexible as a circus performer, and I’ve never been quite so tall in my long life. But the real miracle came with the exercises Dr. Jon gifted me to take home. I did not take much stock in them at first, but they have earned my endearing respect. 

My favorite, and last to come to the table, is the Sciatic Nerve Floss, where you stretch your extended leg out and about like doing the Hokey Pokey, but different. This procedure flosses the Sciatic Nerve and allows one to slow dance with a minimum of sporadic cries of pain, which comes as a pleasant relief to your dance partner.

There is more good news to share, but the bottom line is I believe I could run the high hurdles tomorrow morning, or perhaps the low hurdles, and finish in the top three.

One of my chief pleasures in life is to witness people at work who are really good at what they do, and Dr. Jon is one of those who commands respect and admiration in his chiropractic practice. I might add, it brings even more pleasure yet to witness a dedicated professional while the pain in your back that is running down your leg, is slowly ebbing away.

In case Mr. Sciatica should ever come calling on you, Dr. Jon’s practice is called Backcountry. And to bring a smile, you might mention that you were referred by one of Dr. Jon’s contented backalaureates…

Audio: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Fhv4PrH1UuwlhbnTT23zO

Originally Published in the Sierra Sun, 10/24/2025, Staff Report

Get ready for a night of delicious discovery and community connection at the 18th annual Passport to Dining, taking place Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach. This year’s event invites foodies on a culinary journey featuring nearly 25 tasting stations that highlight local restaurants, caterers, breweries, and wineries. Guests will enjoy unlimited tastings, live music, a silent auction, and raffle opportunities.

“Passport to Dining reflects the vibrant culinary scene, entrepreneurial spirit, and community-oriented ethos of North Lake Tahoe,” said Kerry Andras, Kings Beach District events manager. “From artisan bites and craft beers to fine wines and creative cocktails, the breadth of offerings promises an engaging experience for every palate, and a fantastic opportunity to connect with friends and neighbors.”

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