·       Barton Memorial Hospital was one of 798 hospitals to receive an A ranking from the Leapfrog Group, making one of the safest hospitals in the United States.

·       Doug Pierini is now general manager of Kirkwood Mountain Resort. He comes from Breckenridge.

·       Lionel Richie has been added to the Harveys Outdoor Concert Series on Aug. 13 at 8pm.

·       June 11 is Discover Nevada State Parks Day, which means free fishing and entrance to state parks.

·       The 7th annual Lake Tahoe Bird Festival is June 11 from 10am-3:30pm at Taylor Creek Visitor Center on the South Shore. For more info, go online.