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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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Happy Juneteenth 2025!

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A Heartfelt Hug for Every Father

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Fire: Parts of Sun Valley Being Evacuated

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Youth Ride Free on RTC

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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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Sun Valley Uplifting Stories

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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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Rainbow Umbrellas

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How to Report Abandoned Vehicles

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Welcome to Sun Valley Insider

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Is Rapunzel Entangled with Rampion Way?

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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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Sun Valley Blvd or Sun Valley Dr?

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What is the Speed Limit on Sun Valley Blvd?

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Sparks Community Clothing Fair 2025

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July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Sun Valley Scolari’s Store Closing Soon

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July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

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 :)

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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Sun Valley Missing Pets
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Missing Dog: Fat Boy

Richard BarnetJune 5, 2025June 24, 202502 mins

Two years ago, Fat Boy went missing in Sun Valley, Nevada in the area of 8th Ave and Lupin Dr. We miss him and want him to come home.

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Sun Valley Insider: Anecdotes
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Sun Valley Historical Anecdotes

Richard BarnetJune 4, 2025June 24, 202504 mins

Lots of people lived in tents and depended on that cow for whatever milk Uncle Earl’s family didn’t use, so they’d help him catch her and get her back. I’d never thought about how many little hills there are here in Sun Valley.

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Lawlor Events Center at UNR (University of Nevada Reno) in Reno, Nevada
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Class of 2025 High School Graduation Ceremonies

Richard BarnetJune 3, 2025June 24, 202502 mins

Since Sun Valley students attend several nearby high schools, here are the 2025 commencement ceremony details for each.

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Sun Valley Robert & Norma Fink Community Pool
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Sun Valley ‘Dive Into Summer’ Event 2025

Richard BarnetMay 30, 2025June 9, 202502 mins

Join SVGID (Sun Valley General Improvement District) for this year’s Dive Into Summer community event on Friday, June 6, 2025 from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Sun Valley Community Park (115 W 6th Ave, Sun Valley, NV, 89433). The event is open to the public.

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Highland Ranch Community Garage Sale 2025
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Highland Ranch Community Garage Sale 2025

Richard BarnetMay 30, 2025June 24, 202501 mins

The annual Highland Ranch community garage sale is scheduled for June 7-8, 2025. Residents from all over Sun Valley, Nevada are invited to come find your next treasure!

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Memorial Day Activities 2025

Richard BarnetMay 23, 2025May 29, 202504 mins

Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, is a solemn federal holiday dedicated to honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. It’s a day of remembrance for all those who made the ultimate sacrifice, both in times of peace and during war.

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Rollins Stallworth seated at the top of the bleachers in his own stadium at Hug HS
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Rollins Stallworth: A Hug High School Legend

Gabbi AnchoMay 22, 2025June 9, 202505 mins

The stadium and the football field were more than just things to Rollins Stallworth. Football was a guide in Stallworth’s life, much like it is for a lot of students today. Sports are everything.

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Old TVs and discarded tires
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Sun Valley Tires & TVs Drop Off Event 2025

Richard BarnetMay 19, 2025May 31, 202502 mins

Join us for a special Tires & TVs event where you can safely dispose of tires and e-waste (TVs, monitors, and more) on Saturday, May 31st in the Scolari’s parking lot.

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Pyramid/Highland Ranch Intersection Improvements

Richard BarnetMay 18, 2025May 18, 202503 mins

This summer, the developer of the Five Ridges Project will be widening Highland Ranch Parkway from Five Ridges Parkway to Pyramid Way. Construction is expected to be completed by late fall.

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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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Sun Valley Historical Anecdotes

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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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