Category: Arts & Culture

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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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.

Game: Block Blast

Richard BarnetSeptember 10, 2025September 10, 202501 mins

Tetris is all fun and games, but the pressure of dropping blocks quickly? That’s no fun. So Block Blast offers endless Tetris fun without any time limits.

The sun arises on an African Daisy (Treasure Flower) in Sun Valley, Nevada.

Photo of the Week: Sunrise on African Daisy

Misti BarnetSeptember 8, 2025September 16, 202501 mins

As the sun rises and starts to caress this wonderful little plant, the flower heads open to welcome its lovely warmth and energy.

Tom and Bandit's Magical Sun Valley Adventure

Bandit and Tom’s Magical Sun Valley Adventure

Richard BarnetAugust 28, 2025September 1, 202504 mins

Deep in the heart of Sun Valley, Nevada, lived a curious raccoon named Bandit. He loved to explore, peeking into every bush and under every rock…

Photo of the Week: Dividing Line

Misti BarnetAugust 15, 2025September 16, 202511 mins

This interesting scene was captured in early July, while taking a walk up the sidewalk in the Highland Ranch community in Sun Valley, NV.

Library patron visiting the Sun Valley library kiosk

Sun Valley Library Kiosk (Review)

Richard BarnetAugust 13, 2025March 21, 202606 mins

The Sun Valley Library Kiosk features books in English & Spanish for all reading levels, with convenient, self-serve access to anyone with a Washoe County Library card.

Vast and Proper

Sierra Nevada AllyAugust 10, 2025September 1, 202502 mins

Vast and Proper: An original poem by Scott Neuffer, courtesy of the Sierra Nevada Ally.

Game: Geometry Dash FreezeNova

Richard BarnetAugust 9, 2025August 28, 202502 mins

Give yourself over to the beat of the song! In Geometry Dash FreezeNova, the challenging arcade game, your goal is to keep the cube clear of every obstacle on the flowing surface.

Stone Marker at the Biggest Little Bike Park in Sun Valley, Nevada.

Photo of the Week: Biggest Little Bike Park

Misti BarnetAugust 8, 2025September 16, 202501 mins

These interesting stone markers were captured on July 19, 2025 at 9:27 p.m. at the Biggest Little Bike Park at Sun Valley Regional Park in Sun Valley, Nevada.