From the RN&R: A worm’s eye view (yes, mine) of how ignorant we are...
In 2016, I was getting ready to interview Adam Fortunate Eagle, a resident of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Reservation who’s best known for having led the Native American occupation of Alcatraz Island from 1969-’71. I picked up his autobiography, titled Pipestone: My Life in an Indian Boarding School. Embarrassingly,...
Reno Tackles Wildfire Risks with Eco-Friendly Goat Grazing Initiative
In a bid to actively manage wildfire risks, the Reno Fire Department has turned to a herd of goats for vegetation control around the Evans Creek area. These 250 Spanish goats, provided by High Desert Graziers, began their munching duties on City-owned land on July 18, aiming to clear out cheatgrass and other dry...
Reno first responders hold realistic active shooter drills at North Valley High School
RENO, Nev. — North Valley High School recently hosted a series of active shooter scenario trainings, bringing together multiple first responder agencies to ensure coordinated efforts in the event of a real-life crisis. The training sessions, which began on Wednesday, involved the Reno Police Department, Reno Fire...
Nevada Home Catches Fire Overnight; Cause Still Under Review
Nevada Fire Department Investigates Overnight House Fire I’ll be honest—waking up to the news of a house fire just south […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Reno Fire urges water safety on World Drowning Prevention Day
RENO, Nev. — World Drowning Prevention Day is July 25, and the Reno Fire Department is urging the public to prioritize safety when engaging in water activities. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 236,000 people drown annually worldwide. Captain Greg Garman of the Reno Fire Department's Water...
Gensler architects move forward with ‘Reno Revival’ project to transform former Harrah’s site
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - A global design team is helping reshape the heart of downtown Reno, turning the shuttered Harrah’s Casino into a vibrant, multi-use destination. The project, now dubbed “Reno Revival,” spans six acres and two full city blocks at 219 North Center Street. It’s being led by Ahlquist Development in...
Young Driver’s get real-world experience with Driver’s Edge program
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Motor vehicle crashes are the number one killer of America’s teens…and Nevada’s teens, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Nevada based Driver’s Edge, with its innovative and potentially life-saving instructional program, made its return to Reno, for their annual July...
Tahoe Biltmore ownership changes hands
The Tahoe property was sold to Utah-based Lake Tahoe Partners, LLC.
Open for Business: Wing’s Korean Chicken makes Yelp’s Top 20 list for Korean restaurants
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Wing’s Korean Fried Chicken was just named one of Yelp’s Top 20 Hot & New Korean Eateries, according to Yelp Elites. Their food is not only delicious, but they’re the originator of Korean fried chicken in our community, which is so good because of the double frying technique that keeps the chicken...
Gold Fire hits 95% containment
The Biggest Little City Wing Fest is back in Downtown Reno and Paul's Pizza joins Good Morning Reno for a delicious preview.
