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Sun Valley Scolari’s Store Closing Soon

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Van Fire Threatening Northern Sun Valley

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Pet of the Week: Chloe

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Happy Independence Day 2025

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The Case of the Disappearing ATM

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Pet of the Week: Sosa

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Sun Valley Shopping Center Gets New Sign

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Fire: Parts of Sun Valley Being Evacuated

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Missing Dog: Fat Boy

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Class of 2025 High School Graduation Ceremonies

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Sun Valley ‘Dive Into Summer’ Event 2025

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Highland Ranch Community Garage Sale 2025

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Rollins Stallworth: A Hug High School Legend

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Sun Valley Tires & TVs Drop Off Event 2025

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Pyramid/Highland Ranch Intersection Improvements

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Pet of the Week: Gustavo

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Happy Mother’s Day 2025!

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Final Countdown for Hug Class of 2025 Seniors

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Community Field Day: You Are Invited!

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Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in Reno, Sparks, and Sun Valley, Nevada

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April 22nd: Earth Day, in a Nutshell

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Sparks Community Clothing Fair 2025

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Sun Valley Scolari’s Store Closing Soon

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Photo of the Week: Sun vs. Shade

Richard Barnet - Rainbow Umbrellas

Thank you, Pris, for introducing me to the flavorful world of vendor cart food. I've tried 2 different carts now, and had some amazingly wonderful corn in a cup, and strawberry shaved ice. So delish!

Sheryl Hanalee Valerio - Who was Procter Hug, Sr.?

Great article! Shine bright, beautiful! As you reach for the stars, remember that your family is always silently cheering you on, proud of every step you take towards your dreams.

Ms. Guzman - Community Easter Egg Hunt Brings Joy to Local Kids!

Great job bringing awareness to this fun community event, Joselyn :)

Month: July 2025

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Sparks Community Clothing Fair 2025

Richard BarnetJuly 17, 2025July 17, 202502 mins

You are invited to a Free Clothing Fair at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, located on the corner of N McCarran Blvd and Rock Blvd in Sparks.

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Sun Valley Scolari’s Store Closing Soon

Richard BarnetJuly 17, 2025July 17, 202502 mins

The decision marks the end of a long and proud era for a family-owned business that has been part of the retail landscape since 1947.

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Shade vs. Sun at Sun Valley Regional Park in Sun Valley, NV
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Photo of the Week: Sun vs. Shade

Misti BarnetJuly 16, 2025July 16, 202501 mins

Since the park is elevated in the hills, you can see over the valley, and the park is refreshingly shaded approaching sunset, while the rest of the valley still bakes in the sun.

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Van Fire Threatening Northern Sun Valley

Richard BarnetJuly 14, 2025July 17, 202501 mins

Follow the updates on the Van Fire north of Sun Valley, NV.

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Business Spotlight: Tropical House

Richard BarnetJuly 12, 2025July 12, 2025016 mins

In a mystical atrium filled with exotic plants of every kind, a magical plantswoman can be observed in her natural habitat, masterfully tending to the lush greenery surrounding her.

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Photo of the Week: Sun Valley Painted Sky

Misti BarnetJuly 9, 2025July 16, 202501 mins

This beautifully striking, sunset scene was captured on July 3, 2025 at dusk in Sun Valley, Nevada.

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Pet of the Week: Chloe

Richard BarnetJuly 8, 2025July 9, 202502 mins

Chloe is an 8-year-old, female Pit Bull who loves greeting customers at the pawn shop in Sun Valley, NV.

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Lost Dog: Choco
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Lost Chocolate Lab + Reward

Richard BarnetJuly 5, 2025July 5, 202502 mins

If you have any information about Choco, please call or text 775-440-4290 or 725-777-8392. Wendy is offering a reward for anyone who can help him come home. Any tips help!

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Happy Independence Day 2025

Richard BarnetJuly 4, 2025July 4, 202509 mins

Today is a day to celebrate our freedoms to pursue our passions and strive for a better future—not just for ourselves, but for our entire Sun Valley community.

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The Case of the Disappearing ATM

Richard BarnetJuly 2, 2025July 5, 202502 mins

In a saddening turn of events, the Wells Fargo ATM, that has resided—until very recently—in the Sun Valley Shopping Center, has gone missing.

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Sun Valley ‘Dive Into Summer’ Event 2025

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Community Field Day: You Are Invited!

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Community Easter Egg Hunt Brings Joy to Local Kids!

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April 22nd: Earth Day, in a Nutshell

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Sun Valley Easter Egg Hunt 2025

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Highland Ranch Park (Review)

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Lizard Peak Disc Golf Course (Review)

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Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth Youth Baseball 2025 Calendar

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Happy Juneteenth 2025!

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Business Spotlight: Sun Valley Appliance Center

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Rollins Stallworth: A Hug High School Legend

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The Washoe Tribe History with Sun Valley

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Who was Procter Hug, Sr.?

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