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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.

Katherine Yriarte for Washoe County Commissioner, District 5

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.

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.

AI-generated image of the Reno, NV cityscape.

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.

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.

Hobey's Casino in Sun Valley, NV, home of the Sun Valley CAB meetings.

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.

Do You Know Sun Valley? Pt. 1.

Gary MooreApril 1, 2026June 2, 202605 mins

In 1870, John C. Prosser filed a claim for 40 acres of land intended for agricultural and grazing use. This parcel included a natural spring for irrigation.

Drop off your unwanted TVs and tires in Sun Valley on Saturday, April 25, 2026.

Sun Valley Tires & TVs Drop Off Event 2026

Richard BarnetMarch 26, 2026April 28, 202672 mins

Join us for a Tires & TVs drop off event where you can safely dispose of tires and e-waste (TVs, monitors, computers, and more) on Saturday, April 25, 2026.