Reno Blog

Reno isn't called the Biggest Little City for nothing. While it's true that you can get to the airport in less than a half-hour from just about any place in town, it's also true that there is more going on here than you can imagine, let alone keep track of.  So in order to stay up on all of the latest events and activities, don't miss our timely and informative Reno blog. On a weekly basis, a Truckee Meadows insider will give you the background information on all your favorite goings-on and clue you in to new opportunities to get out and about. Forget about the Reno of yesteryear, when gambling was the main focus of the area and people came here in order to get a divorce. These days, participation opportunities abound whether you are a footloose and fancy-free Millennial, a parent trying to find something to catch the interest of kids or teens or someone just coming into the prime of your life. In fact, as you become a steady reader of the blog, you'll be amazed at how diversified the community has become over the past years, with something to offer all ages and all interests whether you've lived here forever or are visiting for the first time.

Reno Blog Posts

From Downtown to Midtown and from Boomtown to Victorian Square, we know you want to dive into Reno and Sparks, you want to hear about the latest festival down on the Truckee River or find out what celebrities are playing the showrooms! You need to hear about the outdoor activities that make our area a world-class destination area, each and every season of the year. And the only way to keep up with it all is to read the Reno blog!

Pile of books with top one open

Back to Books in Reno

By Keith Rugg | Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Bookworms like me have been very lucky during the past few months in that so much reading material exists online as e-books or even available for purchase to have hard copies delivered to your home. But there's still no real substitute for browsing through stacks and shelves, coming across a book you didn't know was... Read More
Nightime on I-80 through Reno

Nevada's Road to Recovery Begins Phase One

By Keith Rugg | Friday, May 15, 2020
Nevada has entered into Phase 1 of the Roadmap to Recovery, a set of protocols for the reopening of the state in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. On May 7, Governor Sisolak announced that the process would begin on May 9. For individuals, this means that masks are still strongly encouraged while in public, and state... Read More

Community Resources During the Pandemic

By Keith Rugg | Monday, April 27, 2020
We all know that “home means Nevada,” and one thing about home is that’s where people pull together in times of need. So many community leaders are working very hard to provide a helping hand during these trying times that it’s hard to keep up with them all. But here are just a couple of the groups that are leading... Read More

Carson and Reno Restaurant Updates During COVID-19

By Beth P. Storie | Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Updates and Additions to Carson/Reno Restaurants as of April 1, 2020   El Charro Avitia https://everythingcarson.com/el-charro-avitia Located in Carson City, we're accepting to-go orders, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 775-883-6261.   Louie’s Mandarin Gourmet  https://everythingcarson.com/louies-gourmet We will remain... Read More

Go Fly a Kite!

By Keith Rugg | Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Last week I made a reference to the type of weather that is typical for the month of March. "In like a lion, out like a lamb," which usually means that we can expect some strong breezes as the season officially changes over from winter to spring. Or so they say. I suspect it's true of other neighborhoods as well, but... Read More