Fitness

From Nevada’s Capitol to Canada

Brave hikers inspire history and adventure Article by Erin Hanna-Butros Meyering When Julianne Mahoney stepped off the front steps of Nevada’s State Capitol in late June, she didn’t just take the first steps of a hike. She began a journey of grit, resilience, and beauty—1,600 miles north, all the way to the U.S.-Canada border. Fifty-nine days later, she stood at the Northern Terminus monument, having averaged 27 miles a day and becoming the very first hiker to complete the Carson City to...

Life + Culture

What Are You Grateful For?

Britton Griffith asks locals to share their thoughts. Article by Britton Griffith As the leaves change colors and the temperatures drop, we feel that cozy feel of the ‘ber months. Entering the holiday season and remembering the year we’ve had it is a wonderful time to reflect on what we are grateful for. “The Reno region is so active in fundraising, outdoor recreation, and our love of animals! Washoe County treats their pets like family like I do, and I am thankful to have like-minded humans...

Life + Culture

Skateboarding for a Cause

Trevor Parker is on a cross-country mission to raise funds Article by Liza Belka | Photography by Trevor Parker For most people, skateboarding is a pastime to get outside and decompress. For Trevor Parker, it has become something much bigger: a cross-country odyssey fueled by grit, generosity, and a mission to give back. He set out from the Peace Arch at the Canadian border above Blaine, Wash., with his sights loosely set on Tijuana. “I had mapped out a couple routes with daily plans,” he...

Life + Culture

A Path Forward

The Reality of Homelessness in Reno Article by Liza Belka | Photography by Willis Bretz In Reno, homelessness is a constant and visible part of downtown life. For residents, business owners, and city leaders, it’s a crisis that touches on both compassion and safety while also directly impacting the city’s vitality. The most recent Point-in-Time (PIT) count, conducted in early 2025, shows a complicated picture. The opening of the Nevada Cares Campus in 2021 initially brought real progress...

Travel

Travel in Style

Kim Burns makes luxury travel more accessible with curated boutique services Article by Nora Heston Tarte Kim Burns loves to travel. And her passion for seeing the world—inspired by her grandparents' adventurous stories from exotic lands—led her to a career in travel advisory. After more than ten years in medical sales and entrepreneurship, she found herself vying for a different life for herself, one that involved more exploration. And so, when a friend posted online looking for a college...

Arts + Culture

An Artful Expansion

The Nevada Museum of Art unveils its largest expansion and remodel in 94 years Article by Nora Heston Tarte | Photography by Select Images by Asa Gilmore and David Calvert The Nevada Museum of Art completed a $60 million expansion and renovation in August, nearly doubling the museum’s overall footprint; adding important exhibitions, artwork, and educational resources; and expanding to fill one city block in the California Avenue neighborhood. The expansion also created more space to showcase...

Life + Culture

Inheriting Cancer

Mara Langer's grandmother and mother had it, she beat it twice Article by Dan Eckles | Photography by Amber Ezell, Ezell Images For Mara Langer, breast cancer was a family story — but she was determined to change the ending. Mara lost her grandmother to breast cancer. Then, at age 16, after watching her mother fight it for years too, she saw her mom lose that same battle. Given her family history, Langer, now 57, knew a breast cancer diagnosis could very well be in her future. She knew the...

Wellness

Stop Scrolling, Start Living

Tips from ADHD Life Coach Christine Kaplan on staying focused Article and Photography by Angela Rudolph Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the U.S. is on the rise.  According to the Centers for Disease and Control and prevention (CDC), about 7 million or 11.4% of U.S. children, and 15.5 million adults were diagnosed with ADHD in 2022. Christine Kaplan, MSW, is an ADHD and Anxiety Life Coach and former therapist who uses goal-focused strategies to help her clients with...

Food + Beverage

Eggs Benedict Bliss

Eight Spots Serving (And Slaying) the Beloved Brunch Classic Article by Erin Hanna-Butros Meyering | Photography by Eric Marks Eggs Benedict might just be the pinnacle of brunch excellence. A perfectly poached egg perched on a toasted base, smothered in decadent hollandaise—it’s rich, balanced, and deeply satisfying. If you’re a stranger to the bene… know that while the typical hollandaise is an emulsion of egg yolks, butter, and lemon juice, its bases are endless. And the iconic dish has...

Food + Beverage

Introducing The Mexican Steakhouse

TORO BRAVO serves a creative menu Article by Erin Hanna-Butros Meyering | Photography by Eric Marks There aren’t many places in Reno that can boast a juicy burger, slow-braised pork, a tiger prawn tamale, and romesco-smothered, roasted cauliflower. Add a beautiful dining room, kind and knowledgeable waitstaff, and a patio overlooking the Truckee River? Nothing competes. TORO BRAVO recently took over the old Smith and River spot on 1st Street, and before that the space was filled by Campo, a...