‘El Mago de Oz’ Returns to Reno
“El Mago de Oz,” a bilingual version of the classic Wizard of Oz story produced by local organization Latino Arte and Culture, returns to Reno...
Reno-based college student turns spicy candy into sweet success
For most college students, candy is just a snack or a treat. But for Julissa Garcia, candy is also a source of income. Julissa’s Pica Pica...
“Fools Rush In:” Matthew Perry, Movie Criticism, and Mexicans in the Media
Just a year before his death, actor Matthew Perry said that he wanted to be remembered not only for playing Chandler Bing on “Friends,” but...
How does the Latino community in Reno celebrate this holiday season?
The month of December gives us the opportunity to celebrate some old and some new traditions locally with our family, friends and neighbors. With Reno’s...
Is it necessary to speak Spanish to identify as Latino in the U.S.?
A recent report indicates that 24% of Latino adults in the U.S. can only carry on a conversation in Spanish a little or not at...
How to celebrate and recognize the Day of the Dead, around Reno Nevada 2023
With the Day of the Dead approaching, you may be wondering what’s happening in Reno and the surrounding areas in terms of festivities. For those...
Muralists take over Carson City for a weekend
International and regional muralists painted all over Carson City as a part of the first Carson City Murals and Music Festival. Edwin Martinez Escobar has...
EmpaNash: Handcrafted Argentine empanadas in South Lake Tahoe
On a late September morning, Martín Mariani worked in the kitchen of his Argentine restaurant, EmpaNash, to fill an empanada order for a waiting customer....
Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 events to enjoy in Reno, Truckee, and more
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15 nationally. In Reno and the surrounding areas, there are many events that occur...
‘Gang Affiliation’ Cited as Reason for Cancellation of Latin Cultural Festival
What promised to be one of the first events of the sort in Reno, Fuego Latin Cultural Fest was suddenly cancelled by J Resort, KOLO...
