Sierra Arts Foundation, a nonprofit organization advocating for art and those artists who create it, is bringing the third annual Sierra Arts Fest to Sparks, Nevada on August 12. Sierra Arts Fest is a celebration of local and regional arts that enables attendees to shop for and experience art while enjoying music, food, and a variety of performers from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the … [Read more...]
Book review: The maturation of medicine in Nevada
Nevada native, long-time newspaper columnist and author John L. Smith has just published the final volume in his series of thin paperbacks devoted to recounting the exploits and discoveries of some of the most colorful characters who shaped Nevada and the West — especially suited for younger readers wanting a taste of their home state’s history.Smith’s 69-page “Pioneering … [Read more...]
For Nevada music therapist, rhythm and melody are tools of healing
By Tim LenardThe Nevada Independent Elizabeth Lenz has been working at the pediatric ICU of Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno since she started working for Note-Able Music Therapy Services three years ago. For two hours, three days a week, she brings her Radio Flyer wagon full of musical instruments into patients’ rooms and offers them a chance to bang a drum or sing … [Read more...]
Meeting ‘cowboys’ at the Reno Rodeo
By Harry Spencer Of all the events canceled by COVID-19 the one that I miss the most is the annual Reno Rodeo, Reno’s original Special Event. As a director emeritus of the rodeo association, I still remember the professional bronc busters who attended during Reno’s golden era. In addition to the pros, I recall the numerous film wranglers who I encountered over the … [Read more...]
Nevada tourism economy hurt during shutdown
Declining American travel threatens to wipe out 5.9 million jobs by the end of April. WalletHub today released its report on the States Hit Hardest by COVID-19’s Impact on Tourism, along with accompanying videos.To identify the states where tourism is most affected by COVID-19, WalletHub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 10 key metrics. The data set … [Read more...]
Amodei hammers SBA’s anti-gaming decision
Congressman Mark Amodei criticized the Small Business Administration for internal rules that prohibit small gaming businesses and their employees to be treated like businesses of similar sizes. “It appears that a 25-year-old Small Business Administration internal regulation will replace congressional intent of the CARES Act relating to participation in the Paycheck Protection … [Read more...]
Nevada’s oldest restaurant continues to serve Sparks amid pandemic – to go
By Kayla AndersonSparks TribuneDue to the COVID-19 pandemic many Sparks restaurants have experienced a drop in business or have had to change course completely to comply with Governor Steve Sisolak’s orders. While some have been forced to shutter their doors for the time being, others continue to serve customers with curbside delivery and takeout options.One such restaurant … [Read more...]
Update on Willow Springs Center
The Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance is actively investigating Willow Springs Center, a licensed hospital serving children with behavioral health needs in Reno. As of today, 24 youth and 11 staff have tested positive for COVID-19 and others are still awaiting test results. The Division is coordinating with the Washoe … [Read more...]