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Hug HS Hosts Varsity Volleyball Invitational

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Back to School Supplies Giveaway is a Huge Success!

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Radon: Silent but Deadly Gas

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Pet of the Week: Spotamus

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Sun Valley Back To School Giveaway 2025

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Alzheimer’s Disease: Hope On The Horizon

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Sun Valley Scolari’s Store Closing Soon

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The Case of the Disappearing ATM

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Youth Ride Free on RTC

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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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Sun Valley Blvd or Sun Valley Dr?

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Photo of the Week: Dividing Line

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 :)

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Scolari's Food and Drug Company: Store Closing - 50% Off
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Sun Valley Scolari’s Store Closing Soon

Richard BarnetJuly 17, 2025August 18, 202503 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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A small waterfall creates a beautiful ambiance in the atrium
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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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The missing Wells Fargo ATM in Sun Valley, Nevada
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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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New sign for Sun Valley Shopping Center in Sun Valley, Nevada
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Sun Valley Shopping Center Gets New Sign

Richard BarnetJune 24, 2025June 25, 202501 mins

The sign at the Sun Valley Shopping Center has changed again recently, which prompted a look back at prior versions of the sign.

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Exterior view of Sun Valley Appliance Center in Sun Valley, Nevada
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Business Spotlight: Sun Valley Appliance Center

Richard BarnetJune 9, 2025August 10, 2025023 mins

Nicole Ellsworth, owner of Sun Valley Appliance Center in Sun Valley, Nevada, talks shop and history of this Sun Valley staple business.

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WCSD/RTC Youth Ride Free Program
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Youth Ride Free on RTC

Richard BarnetJune 5, 2025June 6, 202502 mins

The Youth Ride Free program allows WCSD students to access RTC transportation free of charge. Learn more here.

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Rainbow Umbrella Food Cart
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Rainbow Umbrellas

Pris GarciaApril 16, 2025April 23, 202533 mins

You might have wondered, why do you see golf carts with rainbow umbrellas in them around Sun Valley? Well, believe it or not, people are selling food in them. Seems a little strange, but these people try to make their own money by being independent by selling food favorites.

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Welcome to Sun Valley Insider

Richard BarnetApril 2, 2025April 28, 202501 mins

The aim of Sun Valley Insider is to promote positive stories and voices within the Sun Valley, Nevada community—by residents, for residents.

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Richard BarnetFebruary 5, 2025August 17, 202501 mins

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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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About Sun Valley, Nevada

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Happy Juneteenth 2025!

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Business Spotlight: Sun Valley Appliance Center

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Memorial Day Activities 2025

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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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