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]
Local nonprofit uses horses to provide therapy to kids
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?
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]
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 all. This story explores Latinos’ experiences with the Spanish language. Roberto Ortiz began his Monday afternoon Spanish class greeting his students and asking them how they are. But he was… [Read More]
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. The South Lake Tahoe establishment sits tucked away in Ski Marina Run, known for its boating facilities, food and shopping. He began by putting a big scoop of ground beef,… [Read More]
Reno Resident Helps Improve Downtown as An Ambassador
A Reno resident born in Guadalajara is helping to keep Downtown Reno clean and safe. José Manzo-Rodríguez, an ambassador for Downtown Reno, does what he can to help others feel supported, whether they’re visitors who need directions or homeless people who need assistance for more serious issues. His favorite part of the job is making… [Read More]
Community orgs help teachers, families get school supplies
With school starting in the Washoe County School District, parents and teachers have been getting the school supplies they need for the year. Several community organizations are stepping up to help families and teachers keep their costs down. Maria Aguayo estimates she spends between $150-$175 on back-to-school shopping for each of her kids. As a… [Read More]
Kantu Inka: Teaching Peruvian culture through music
For more than 20 years, a Peruvian-American couple has been teaching Peruvian culture in northern Nevada through a collection of Andean string, wind and percussion instruments. On July 13, the Andean folk duo Kantu Inka performed at the McKinley Arts and Culture Center in Reno as part of this year’s Artown programming. People of all… [Read More]
Addressing mental health challenges for Latino communities
Editor’s note: This is the second installment of the KUNR series Mental Health in the Silver State. In the coming months, we’ll continue to explore how mental health impacts the lives of Nevadans. Jaime Gonzalez-Aguirre started working when he was very young, either helping his immigrant father with a taco truck or mowing lawns. When… [Read More]
Latin American baseball players feel welcomed by Reno Aces and fans
About a third of Minor League Baseball players were born in Latin American countries, and it is no surprise that the Reno Aces have a few Latino players of their own, with players from countries like the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Mexico. However, these players often face challenges when they arrive in the States. Despite their prevalence… [Read More]
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