the good life, north reno, april 2014

Serving the Neighbors of Somersett and Caughlin Ranch

April 2014

Cover photo by Marcello Rostagni

Live, and On the Air in Reno! The Frankmore Family Story

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Greetings, Residents!They say April showers bring May flowers. Here in Reno, showers are generally

few and far between in April, but the sage is already blooming in the Biggest Little City. The neighborhoods are busy as bees with students preparing for the last months of the school year and with families doing spring cleaning and making summer plans.

As you clean out the house, maybe you have some household items, furniture, toys or sports equipment you are ready to sell or give away. Feel free to submit your ad and we’ll post it in the free classifieds section, which runs like a year-round, neighborhood-wide rummage sale!

In this issue, we meet the Frankmore family of Somersett; Shelby and Bill are well known as Reno TV news anchors, and in this feature story we get a peek into the story of how Reno became their beloved family home. You’ll also find a calendar of events that showcases family-friendly, springtime fun!

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Before they were married, Shelby and Bill Frankmore had both started careers in reporting that led them to Reno.

In 1998, they were both new-hires at KNRV News 4 in Reno, embarking on their professional paths. Their paths crossed when they became coworkers and friends. It was the beginning of a story in which they would fall in love with each other, and eventually with their jobs and lives in Reno. Bill started at the station just a month after Shelby did, and the rest is history—some of their life’s key moments even chronicled on memorable live, local newscasts.

Shelby, known to viewers as Shelby Sheehan, was doing a live newscast on the Friday after Thanksgiving in 1999, covering the Black Friday shopping rush outside of Toys R Us with two other news anchors on the air. “The other anchors were interviewing me about the scene, and when I thought the story was over, they said they had another question for me. All of a sudden I heard Bill’s voice in my hear saying ‘and it’s coming from me!’” she says. “It wasn’t even Bill’s day to work, so I was confused. He proposed to me then and there, on the air. I had to hug my camera man, because Bill wasn’t even there in person. Of course I said yes, and rushed back to the studio!”Professional Paths Lead to a Life in Reno

The couple married in October of 2000, and became husband and wife as well as co-anchors. “While we were still engaged, we began co-anchoring the morning show together,” starting a schedule that would have them spending 24 hours a day together, often in intensive work situations. “We had both planned on finishing out our contracts in Reno and then possibly moving on to bigger markets,” explains bill, “but we were in love, and

also falling in love with Reno and the quality of life here. In our business, the goal is often to jump from the smaller market to end up in the hustle and bustle of the big city.” Bill shares that his own career took him from small-town Nebraska, then to Wisconsin, and finally to Reno. “I really thought I’d move on from Reno, but eventually it came down to quality of life—being content with what we have and living in a place where our family could truly thrive.”

In 2004, before starting their family, they realized it was a good time to commit to Reno and buy a house, choosing to move to Somersett. “What’s funny is that just five months after moving in, we got a phone call from a CBS affiliate station in Minneapolis—a big market station that wanted to hire Shebly to be a main anchor

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there. It would have been a huge career jump.” The Frankmores chose to stay in Somersett. “The neighborhood was a huge influence on our choice to stay in Reno,” says Shelby. “It was a new community; everyone was new to the block. We met an incredible group of friends at similar stages in their lives. There were lots of young working families, and we just made some good, good friendships that weighed on our decision. We simply had to stay.”Busy Lives in the Biggest Little City

Their family grew, and they are now parents of three boys. Their sons are Ryan, 8, Jack, 7 and Luke, 7 months. The Frankmore family has had fun being in the public eye in Reno and one of their most memorable “on the air” TV moments was New Year’s Eve nine years ago. “We were broadcasting the countdown to the new year live, from the top of the Circus Circus, in the middle of a blizzard,” says Bill. “We were both shivering, sitting with the Mayor, and I ended up revealing that Shelby was expecting our first child! I said something like, ‘We’ve got to get her inside; she’s five months pregnant!” Shelby says that it’s been a privilege to share their lives with others. “They’ve seen our family grow. For the community to share our lives like that, it’s so special. We so frequently see people out in public who will tell us how much they loved seeing when Bill proposed or remember that New Year ’s Eve moment! It’s part of our deep connection to Reno, because we share these important events of our lives with people who we don’t know personally.”

On the other end of the spectrum, Shelby and Bill have also shared so many other moments together as co-anchors. When they were married just about a year, they were live and on the air when the first plane flew into the World Trade Center.

“We were both together on the set, and we ended up staying at the station for the next four days straight, covering that story that changed our country. We shared in the sadness of that historic moment and saw how the community came together at the time,” says Bill.

The Frankmores currently have an intensive, around-the-clock family schedule due to their working hours. Bill leaves the house by 4am for the morning show and gets off work by 1pm, right about the time Shelby leaves for her work day. “The schedule is crazy, but it allows me to have incredible one-on-one time with my boys,” says Bill. “I feel fortunate and blessed that the schedule allows me to spend time with my children.” Life with their two older boys and with a new baby can be incredibly tiring. “Life is about living and taking chances,” says Shelby. “We decided to have a third child

and knew that it would be a very full house. Yes, we’re tired—but we’re happy. When Bill gets home from his day, I hand the baby off, go to work while Bill takes the older boys to their activities—it’s a constantly rotating wheel of a schedule. It can be tricky. We often get a little help from our wonderful friends and neighbors in Somersett. It’s just a place I’ve fallen in love with,” Shelby smiles.

“Reno is essentially an amazing place for raising a family, and it’s big enough to be a community where something is always happening,” says Bill. “When we’ve had opportunities to leave Reno, it always comes down to a question. Where could we replicate this lifestyle, this quality of life, this beauty of environment?” The Frankmores echo many of Reno’s families who feel similarly about the gem of a little city they inhabit.


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Properly insulating your home is one of the most effective steps you can take to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. There are several types of insulation - e.g., fiberglass, cellulose, recycled cotton batts, rigid foam board, and spray foam. Reflective insulation (or radiant barrier) is another insulating product which can help save energy in hot, sunny climates. When correctly installed, each type of insulation can deliver comfort and lower energy bills during the hottest and coldest times of the year.

Windows, skylights, and exterior doors can be some of your home’s most attractive features. They provide views, daylighting, ventilation, and solar heating in the winter. Windows, doors, and skylights can also account for a significant percentage of your heating bill in the winter, as cold air can infiltrate into the home through leaky windows and warm air escapes, making your heat-ing system run more. And during the summer, your air condition-er must work harder to cool hot air from sunny windows. If you are replacing or installing windows, doors or skylights, you can reduce energy costs by installing energy-efficient windows, doors, and skylights in your home. When purchasing new windows, doors, or skylights, look for the ENERGY STAR label.

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Treasure includes elements to enthrall visitors of all ages. The Museum’s garden court introduces guests to the Golden Age of Piracy. Giant animatronic squid, shark, and sea monsters move and hiss, revealing the myths and mysteries of the ocean. Realistic mannequins fill out the room and explain the difference between pirates and privateers. Visitors can stand next to

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Peering inside an Aztec temple reveals a holographic transformation of a man into Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent deity of ancient Mesoamerica. Here visitors transition to exploring the treasures of ancient civilization. More than 100 beautiful artifacts from the dawn of civilization are on display, including pottery, cuneiform tablets, bronze and metal sculpture, currency, and weapons. The breathtaking timeline of objects, on loan from the Origins Museum Institute, traces the appearance and progression of ancient cultures. There is also a rare cast of the famous Lucy skeleton.

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Another room is dedicated solely to treasures of Nevada, including dozens of authentic gem and mineral specimens. Visitors can get up close to stunning pieces of obsidian, turquoise, amethyst, sulfur, and even a real chunk of gold ore. Native American treasures on display include duck decoys made out of reeds, a stone mano and metate, and illustrations by renowned artist Robert Cole Caples. Other local treasures include a beautifully preserved bighorn sheep and bobcat.

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is blooming with programs and activities in April. National Library Week runs from April 13-10, but we are celebrating all month long. Come join us!

What happens in a single day in the library? How many books are checked out? How many people receive help finding a job, doing homework or taxes? Snapshot Day helps us collect statistics photos and stories to prove the value of libraries. Come in any library on Tuesday April 1 for Snapshot Day.

Wally’s World: The Loneliest Art Collection in Nevada will be featured in the Northwest Reno library gallery from March 10-May 2, 2014. This exhibit is a part of the Nevada Touring Initiative Traveling Exhibition Program. The exhibit features 35 pieces of art from Wally Cuchine’s collection, which is located in Eureka, Nevada, on Hwy 50’s

“Loneliest Road.” For more than two decades, residents in this part of rural Nevada have experienced a breadth of quality cultural events, thanks to Wally Cuchine’s personal passion for the arts. As director of the Eureka Opera House for over 18 years, Cuchine consistently presented first-class entertainment to residents and visitors.

Teens & Money: How do savings accounts and credit cards work and why is it important to have them? How do you build a credit history without getting overloaded with debt? Presented by the Washoe County 4-H Program and the Cooperative Extension, this workshop is geared towards middle school students through young adults; although all ages are welcome. This program will be featured at the Spanish Springs Library on April 15 at 6pm and the South Valleys Library on April 16 at 6pm.

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program for children presented by Paws4Love. Friendly dogs lend a loving, non-judgmental ear to beginning readers. After reading to a gentle dog, children receive a free book. The Northwest Reno Library hosts this program on Saturday April 12 at 11:30am. This program is a monthly program in six local libraries. Please visit us online for information on additional dates and locations.

In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week in April, the Washoe County Library System would like to acknowledge the 446 volunteers who donated over 13,000 hours in 2013! We are so grateful for all of your dedication and support!

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CURRENT HOMES FOR SALE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

SOLD HOMES IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

ADDRESS SQ FT DOM LIST PRICE 1875 Scott Valley 3764 6 $519,000 8517 Timaru Trail 3168 87 $525,000 7075 Aspen Glen 3198 160 $549,900 1790 Laurel Ridge Drive 3267 115 $555,500 3381 Cheechako Drive 3061 130 $599,000 3205 Sierra Crest Way 2727 17 $619,000 8507 Gypsy Hill 3928 216 $655,500 1830 Dakota Ridge Trl 3380 150 $675,000 8625 Eagle Chase 3050 144 $675,500 1940 Champion Hills Drive 4898 25 $699,500 4170 Longknife Road 3022 89 $725,000 1795 Dakota Ridge Trail 4608 204 $759,000 4415 Juniper Trail 3370 40 $775,000 2460 Mountain Spirit Trail 4608 66 $849,500 8320 Twin Rock Trail 3556 20 $899,000 50 Francovich Court 4170 4 $949,000 8115 Twin Eagles Court 3706 111 $988,888 20 Sharps Circle 4648 321 $999,000 8140 Twin Eagles Court 3928 144 $1,010,000 4845 Buckhaven 5921 96 $1,050,000 66 Promontory Pointe 5283 790 $1,290,000 6965 Eagle Creek Court 5086 269 $1,295,000 55 Sharps Circle 6391 5 $1,435,000 25 Greybull Court 6905 254 $1,499,000 5020 River Lane 5274 282 $1,500,000 35 Greybull Court 7468 844 $1,695,000 40 Promontory Pointe 5744 193 $1,700,000 5000 Latigo Ct. 4890 3 $1,750,000 4375 Sharps 5345 124 $1,795,000 4325 Caughlin Parkway 5850 61 $1,890,000 550 Juniper Hill Road 2839 188 $1,900,000 4854 Buckhaven Road 7306 40 $2,350,000 570 Juniper Hill Road 5564 239 $2,500,000 4135 Basque Lane 3504 198 $2,700,000 680 Juniper Hill Road 5495 23 $2,900,000 90 Hawken Road 7363 520 $2,995,000

ADDRESS SQ FT DOM LIST PRICE SOLD PRICE 2385 Maple Leaf Trail/ Lot #18 2202 161 $350,910 $360,910 8710 Oak Hollow Way 2472 70 $364,400 $364,400 1074 Waverly Drive 2096 38 $374,900 $365,000 1105 Greenwich Way 2230 58 $374,900 $369,000 2390 Maple Leaf Trail/ Lot #17 2324 173 $374,340 $374,340 8700 Oak Hollow Way 2472 71 $362,450 $375,329 4210 BOND CREEK CT 2502 35 $399,000 $387,200 8998 Beacon Ridge Trail 2346 56 $389,000 $389,000 1830 Sun Shadow Ct. 2904 31 $420,000 $420,000 2375 Peavine Valley Road 3209 93 $420,000 $426,000 8855 Scott Valley Court 3432 122 $459,500 $455,000 2315 Ridge Field Trail 4430 405 $474,000 $455,000 8684 Gypsy Hill Trail 2650 87 $469,000 $465,000 1650 Woodcrest Court 3095 169 $484,900 $484,900 1861 Laurel Ridge Drive 4678 898 $565,000 $520,000 4425 Dant Boulevard 4142 141 $599,900 $539,500 1730 Laurel Ridge Ct 3723 228 $576,471 $576,471 1915 Dakota Ridge Trail 3443 151 $619,500 $585,000 2495 Mountain Spirit 4015 87 $925,000 $870,000 8220 Standing Stone 3160 365 $1,000,000 $970,000 2195 Candle Rock Court 5657 207 $1,095,000 $1,050,000 8680 Eagle Chase 4895 373 $1,070,000 $1,070,000 4440 Mountaingate Drive 7046 62 $1,188,000 $1,125,000 70 Hawken Road 7675 356 $1,835,000 $1,800,000

$415,000 3 Beds • 3 Baths •2 Car Garage • Built in 2009 •2,431 Sq Ft.

Within one of the nicest gated communities in Somersett. Well established, quiet and a low fence away from one of the nicest golf courses in Northern Nevada. Enjoy all that

Somersett has to offer from miles of hiking trails, full work out facilities, workout classes, 2 pools with hot tubs, indoor basketball court, tennis courts, access to the driving range

and the Canyon Nine par 3 course for less than $10. All of this and minutes to the California state line or South Reno. Somersett, It’s good to be home.

Master and second bedroom (with it’s own bath) are on main level along with kitchen, laundry, formal dining and great room. Upstairs is the 3rd bedroom with it’s full bath and

a large loft that overlooks the great room. Fantastic mountain views from the backyard, nice patio for entertaining or relaxing. Neighborhood is friendly and quiet. You can step over the back fence and walk to the country club for a round of golf or a great meal and a

drink while you enjoy their great view of the Sierras and the 9th green. Call me to schedule your showing today!

8612 18th Hole Trail • Reno NV 89523

ADDRESS SQ FT DOM LIST PRICE 1607 Lone Oak Trail 2034 16 $249,500 1668 Spicewood Circle 2034 17 $250,000 1668 Lone Oak Trail 2034 18 $254,500 9047 Cabin Creek Trail 1440 62 $257,500 2010 Heavenly View Trail/ Lot #121 2252 39 $258,990 1465 Orchard Park 1440 64 $259,000 2210 Heavenly View Trail 2567 41 $277,000 1664 Sawtooth Trail 2368 25 $277,900 1652 Sawtooth Trail 2403 31 $284,950 3338 Current Court 2274 64 $294,900 1240 Cliff Park Way 1644 62 $312,000 855 Caughlin Crossing 1881 35 $315,000 8157 Sierra Ridge Ct. 1676 324 $324,000 2360 Hickory Hill Way 2360 219 $325,000 8722 River Front Ct. 2832 135 $342,500 3640 Brighton Way 2366 16 $349,000 2120 Peavine Creek Rd. 2432 25 $354,900 4739 Cedarhill Lane 2320 6 $374,500 1540 Cricketwood Cir 2043 40 $375,000 4010 S Westpoint Drive 2272 249 $375,000 4055 San Donato Loop 2699 55 $389,000 7631 Autumn Ridge 2690 135 $399,000 8845 Scott Valley 2379 173 $399,000 8732 Spinner Court 2583 5 $399,900 8612 18th Hole Trail 2431 58 $405,000 4846 Ramcreek Trail 3199 56 $423,000 7610 Autumn Ridge Circle 2480 59 $438,000 3865 Chinook Creek Road 2768 4 $449,000 4800 W Creek Ridge 2488 24 $449,000 4742 Village Green Pkwy 3605 146 $475,000 9170 Heritage Ridge Court 2478 64 $489,000 1845 Caughlin Creek 2691 2 $499,900 8425 Castlehawk Crt 3164 119 $499,950 1910 Champion Hills Drive 3170 180 $510,995 1785 Laurel Ridge 3050 204 $518,250

ADDRESS SQ FT DOM LIST PRICE SOLD PRICE 1678 Lone Oak Trail 1526 18 $190,000 $190,000 1250 Firefly Court 1440 187 $209,000 $220,000 2450 Glen Eagles Drive 1410 40 $229,900 $229,900 9275 Palmetto Court 1440 142 $234,000 $230,000 1624 Spicewood Circle 1851 46 $239,000 $239,000 2230 Peavine Valley Road 1576 165 $254,000 $254,000 7720 Peavine Creek Court 1576 111 $257,000 $257,000 1455 Orchard Park Trail 1440 119 $269,900 $265,000 9095 Cabin Creek Trail 1644 100 $274,900 $270,000 2035 Heavenly View Trail 2843 129 $269,000 $270,000 1645 Painted Rock Trail 2368 103 $279,000 $274,000 8720 Rainbow Trout Court 1650 48 $280,000 $280,000 4743 Bradford Lane 1911 212 $260,000 $282,000 2725 Peavine Creek Rd. 2086 183 $297,900 $287,000 9375 Copper Mountain Circle 1440 38 $290,000 $290,000 9380 Wrenwood Court 1598 98 $299,900 $299,900 1395 Tarleton Way 1644 62 $329,900 $320,000 215 Falling Water Court 1985 112 $339,000 $325,000 1395 Winterchase Way 1644 34 $326,000 $326,000 4631 Olmsted 2468 156 $349,800 $340,000 2650 Peavine Valley 2247 56 $340,222 $340,222 2365 Maple Leaf Trail/ Lot #20 2324 180 $351,820 $351,820 3830 Chinook Creek 2001 19 $360,000 $355,000

REAL ESTATE UPdATE

What I want to write about today is something that doesn’t get talked about much, and I think it

should be. Of the two certainties in life – death and taxes – taxes we can manage, see coming and plan for. We don’t always see death coming, but we can plan for it.

I say this because I have experienced friends, a lot of them over the last two years face death, and I have seen the effects of not being prepared for it. Most of the losses were unexpected. Some happened suddenly, others were over the course of months.

The feelings of loss and the sadness for losing someone that others and I loved aside, there remains a constant. The family members of someone that passes are left with responsibilities that should be dealt with before that time to lessen their burdens.

These include burial/cremation, passing of assets, closing of accounts, taxes (or avoidance of), etc. These can be

directed through wills, trusts, insurance and conversations with heirs.

Don’t let the state take control of your assets and leave your family burdened with the cost of burying you while they are mourning you. Take control and provide peace of mind for your loved ones. Have a will at least and let the executor of that will know what your expectations are. Have a life insurance policy that at minimum pays the cost for your burial/cremation. Write a letter to your loved ones with the will that expresses your feelings towards them, especially if you can’t bring yourself to tell them while you’re living. Keep a list of all of your accounts with the will and update both on a regular basis.

I wish you all the happiest of lives. I hope you each live long and enjoy great health. I also wish that when you pass, your loved ones will celebrate your life and nobody will feel burdened by your passing.

Planning for the InevitableBy Mike Wood

April 13Reno’s Downtown River Run@Downtown RenoJoin thousands of other runners under the iconic and famous Reno Arch for this Inaugural Reno Running and Fitness Downtown River Run Marathon! This event is 26.2 miles starting from the iconic arch and then heading along Truckee River to Washoe County’s Crystal Peak Regional Park and back. You choose: full or half marathon, 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk or Junior 1 Mile. All participants receive finisher awards, race shirt, food, drinks, ability to win raffle items and enjoy an amazing sponsor expo. Event benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows.Time: 7am-2pmRegister online at www.reno5000.com.

April 27Reno Earth Day@Idlewild ParkReno Earth Day is a free community gathering promoting healthy, earth-friendly habits, technologies and philosophies in a festival atmosphere. There will be live entertainment, animals, workshops and games, fascinating exhibits and educational activities for all ages.Time: 10am-5pmCost: Freewww.renoearthday.com

City News: Download Community AppsDid you know that the City of Reno now has two mobile apps, Crime Report and The Official City of Reno, for your use? The City’s goal through the Crime Report App is to promote communication and engagement with community members to prevent and reduce crime. You can view recent neighborhood level crimes on the map or in a list, as well as sign up for automated crime alerts. The Official City of Reno App gives you quick

access to all the local information you need, from determining which ward your neighborhood is in, who your representing City Council member is for your ward, your voting jurisdiction, and much more. Both apps are available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

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April 2014

the good life, north reno, april 2014

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