Wise began ski racing at age 8. By 11, he was ranked among the top five in the state in both slalom and giant slalom as a member of the Alpine Meadows race team. David became the first Olympic gold medalist in men’s halfpipe skiing in Sochi in 2014. In an effort to defend that gold medal, Wise will be competing at the Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang 2018.

Maddie Bowman – South Lake Tahoe Native

With an Olympic gold medal and seven X Games medals, including four gold, Bowman is one of the most decorated female freeskiers in history. After winning her Olympic gold medal in 2014, Maddie knows a repeat performance in the women’s ski halfpipe will be challenging at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Games.

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Squaw Valley – Things to Do!

$99 Learn to Ski & Ride Special at Alpine Meadows – Learn how to ski or snowboard for just $99 at Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows! Book your lessons in advance today! Package includes: beginner lift ticket, equipment rentals and 2.25 hour lesson.

Winter Fireworks at Squaw Valley – Enjoy Saturday night fireworks every weekend through March 31^st. Plaza Bar will be open with a complimentary hot cocoa bar for the kids and full food and beverage menu for the whole family!

Dawn Patrol – How would you like to ski the fresh, corduroy tracks first thing in the morning before everybody else? Space is limited and reservations are highly recommended! Book your session today: 800-403-0206.

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What to Expect from the Housing Market in 2018

The 2018 real estate market is a tight seller’s market and the 63.9% home-ownership rate will continue in a slight upward trend. Here’s what you should know about the housing market in 2018.

Buyers in 2018 should remain diligent and look out for new properties on the market, have financing in order, and work with attentive real estate agents who will help make an appealing offer on a house as there will more than likely be multiple offers.

Sellers in 2018 should remain enthusiastic about selling their property as home prices have continued to rise in recent years. The lack of new inventory spells opportunity for those who choose to sell, but will keep many would-be first-time buyers from jumping into homeownership due to stiff competition.

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