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Pieces of Nevada’s history are endangered. Historians are raising awareness to help save them.

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Every other year, Preserve Nevada lists 11 of the state’s most threatened sites. Sometimes the sites are saved. Other times, they disappear. Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Environment newsletter. I’m Amy Alonzo, the environment reporter for The Indy. What makes something worth saving? Is it age? Sentimental value? Cultural significance? Everyone has something that… [Read More]

City of Reno launches a virtual map of areas where sidewalk vending is prohibited

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The City of Reno launched a virtual map of areas where street vendors cannot operate. On Jan. 17, the city of Reno approved new regulations for sidewalk vendors. The updated ordinance decriminalizes street vendors in residential areas. However, it prohibits vendors from operating within 1,500 feet of resort hotels and convention facilities. According to the map, sidewalk vendors… [Read More]

FAQ: Nevada 2024 presidential preference primaries and caucus

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Ahead of the 2024 presidential preference primaries and caucus in Nevada, KUNR answers four key questions about voting. 1. What are the Nevada 2024 presidential preference primaries and caucus?  The Democratic and Republican presidential preference primaries will be held on Feb. 6, 2024. A 2021 Nevada law requires that a presidential primary election be held for every… [Read More]

Nevada polls on working class, Hispanic voters highlight 2024 battlefield

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In 2016, Donald Trump’s presidential victory was powered by the support of a constituency historically aligned with the Democratic Party — the working class. In 2020, Joe Biden defeated Trump through an electoral coalition that despite attempted Republican inroads relied heavily on Latino support — particularly in Nevada, where he won 60 percent of the Latino vote.  Since that… [Read More]

Local nonprofit uses horses to provide therapy to kids

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A mental health nonprofit based in South Reno provides therapy to local kids and young adults with some special help: a herd of horses and miniature donkeys. Jeane Spada-Allgood, executive director of LEAD with Horses, walked through the nonprofit’s arena, barn, and pasture. She pointed out where and how LEAD with Horses hosts group educational… [Read More]

All about KUNR: Who are they and what topics do they report on?

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Our partners over at KUNR just recently published two articles that were the result of wonderful community outreach and engagement. They’ve been collecting responses at community events as well as conducting surveys about what the people want to know about them. They’ve also been finding out what people are interested in them reporting. This article… [Read More]