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The Metamorphosis of 5440 Sun Valley Blvd
We've all seen it. There's something definitely going on at 5440 Sun Valley Blvd. Can you guess what it's becoming?
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Meet The Candidates: Rob Pierce
When I’m elected to the Washoe County Commission, I promise to be guided by common sense. I’ll be transparent, and I’ll listen to you, the County’s residents.
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Meet The Candidates: Tammy Holt-Still
Raised in Carson City, Tammy Holt-Still has lived in Reno since 2011 and has become a trusted voice for neighborhoods
across Washoe County.
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Shouldn’t the Midwest be called the Mideast?
The U.S. Census Bureau officially categorizes 12 states as the Midwest: Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas...
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Teacher Appreciation: The Eyes That Care
Esther Valdez demonstrates her willingness & dedication to go beyond what is expected—always watching, guiding and helping her students when they need it most.
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Ms. Rowe Row Row Back to Class
Ms. Rowe is a biology teacher at Hug High School, loved by many students and staff members. Her top priority is to see good work come out of her students.
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Teacher Appreciation: Calculating Goals
Mr. Campmany always tries to build connections with everyone, through math or the love of sports. He has a big impact and is respected at Hug High School.
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More Than Weights: Inspiration to Be Our Best
Justin Brown is a teacher that students can count on to be there when they’re feeling down, or if they need help. He is a very easy person to talk to.

Month: May 2026

Hug High School
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Teacher Appreciation: The Wise Warren

Aaliyah De La CruzApril 30, 2026May 5, 202605 mins

Teacher Appreciation Week: Do you know the ‘mom’ of Hug High School? Her name is Ann Warren, and she is an English language coach.

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Hobey's Casino in Sun Valley, NV, home of the Sun Valley CAB meetings.
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Sun Valley CAB Meeting, May 4, 2026

Richard BarnetApril 29, 2026May 3, 202603 mins

Join us at Hobey’s Casino in the upstairs banquet room at 6 p.m. on Monday, May 4, 2026 for our next Sun Valley Citizen Advisory Board (CAB) meeting.

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Highland Ranch Spring 2026 Community Yard Sale
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Highland Ranch Spring ’26 Community Yard Sale

Richard BarnetApril 24, 2026April 24, 202601 mins

Mark your calendar! The Highland Ranch spring community yard sale is scheduled for Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2026.

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2026 Election: Meet the Candidates

Richard BarnetApril 17, 2026June 6, 202608 mins

‘Meet the Candidates’ will provide links to Sun Valley Insider articles introducing local candidates in the 2026 Primary Election in Washoe County, Nevada.

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Katherine Yriarte for Washoe County Commissioner, District 5
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Meet the Candidates: Katherine Yriarte

Richard BarnetApril 17, 2026June 10, 202608 mins

Endorsed by the Public Safety Alliance of Nevada, Katherine Yriarte is a moderate, conservative Christian who leads with compassion, humility, and integrity.

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Game: Train Racing

Richard BarnetApril 15, 2026April 15, 202602 mins

Be a courageous locomotive conductor and take command of the world’s fastest and most potent trains as you fight against rough roads with steep ups and downs.

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Sun Valley Welcomes Reno City Guide

Reno City GuideApril 14, 2026April 15, 202602 mins

I’m proud to collaborate with Sun Valley Insider to highlight video reviews of my visits to Sun Valley food trucks, restaurants, and small businesses.

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Neighborhood Family Fiesta

Richard BarnetApril 11, 2026April 11, 202601 mins

Please join us for a Neighborhood Family Fiesta! We’re celebrating Hispanic culture with an evening of delicious food, music, dancing, and more.

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Sun Valley 80 Years
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SV Birthday Planning Group Forming

Richard BarnetApril 10, 2026April 15, 202602 mins

Sun Valley’s CAB is forming a Community Action Group dedicated to finding community sponsors and planning a party for the 80th birthday of Sun Valley, NV.

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Hobey's Casino in Sun Valley, NV, home of the Sun Valley CAB meetings.
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Sun Valley CAB Meeting, April 6, 2026

Richard BarnetApril 2, 2026May 1, 202623 mins

Join us at Hobey’s Casino in the upstairs banquet room at 6 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2026 for our next Sun Valley Citizen Advisory Board (CAB) meeting.

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Sun Valley, NV Parks & Rec

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Senior Activities in Sun Valley, NV
Free activities for senior citizens happen weekly at the Sun Valley Community Center (115 W 6th Ave). View the calendar here.
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Free Swim Day at Sun Valley Pool
Beat the heat and make a splash with us at the Sun Valley Robert & Norma Fink Pool Complex on Saturday, June 20, 2026!
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2026 Dive Into Summer Event in Sun Valley
Join the community tonight, June 5, 2026, between the hours of 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Sun Valley Community Park for the 2026 Dive Into Summer event.
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Sun Valley Easter Egg Hunt 2026
Bring the kids out to Sun Valley Community Park (at the soccer field) this Saturday, March 28th for the annual Sun Valley, NV Easter egg hunt.

Sun Valley, Nevada History

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Do You Know Sun Valley? Part 4.
In July 1948, all 40 residents signed a petition to create a power district. Two and a half years later they were approached by Sierra Pacific Power...
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Do You Know Sun Valley? Part 3.
Lois Allen carried in a stack of comic books and a box of Tootsie Rolls. But she ran the school with a firm hand and a large paddle labeled “Heat for the Seat.”
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Shouldn’t the Midwest be called the Mideast?
The U.S. Census Bureau officially categorizes 12 states as the Midwest: Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas...
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Do You Know Sun Valley? Part 2.
After WWII ended, soldiers returned home and many moved west to Reno and Sparks, where land was inexpensive. Prosser Valley then became Sun Valley in 1947.
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