Life + Culture

Finding Nevada's Wild

It's Sydney Martinez's mission to explore every nook and cranny of the Silver State Article by Dan Eckles | Photography by Sydney Martinez By foot, car, and sheer curiosity, one local woman is crisscrossing the rugged terrain of Nevada to uncover the stories hidden in its deserts, mountains, and other remote outposts. With a deep love for the Silver State, she’s turning those journeys into epic stories, and her work doesn’t just map the land — it captures the heart of Nevada, one conversation...

Travel

Discover Whitefish

Your summer and fall escape to northwest Montana Article by By Kristin Zuckerman | Photography by Dalon Pobran Tucked away in Northwest Montana, Whitefish is a charming small town with a population of fewer than 10,000 full time residents. Despite its size, it draws over a million visitors annually, captivated by world-class skiing and the awe-inspiring beauty of Glacier National Park. Much like Reno, it’s a city experiencing massive growth and offering outdoor wonder year round. Though the...

Arts + Culture

Music, Kinship, and Memories

Classical Tahoe returns for the 14th season in the stunning landscape of North Lake Tahoe Article by Angela Rudolph | Photography by Supplied by Classical Tahoe The anticipatory hum of the audience lulls to silence as the conductor begins and the outdoor amphitheater is suddenly filled with chords that you can feel as much as you can hear. Nestled into one of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in the forest of Lake Tahoe is the Ricardi Pavilion at the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe...

Arts + Culture

A Tale of Two Shows

The White Rabbit Theater brings dual magic to Reno Article by Erin Hanna-Butros Meyering This spring, the White Rabbit Theater and Lounge emerged as a fresh beacon of wonder. Nestled within the Grand Sierra Resort, this 300-seat venue that once served as the downstairs movie theater, offers not one, but two distinct magic experiences, captivating audiences of all ages. A Magical Duo's New Chapter Kaileigh and Chase Hasty, internationally acclaimed husband-and-wife illusionists have...

Life + Culture

Where is Your Favorite Vacation Destination?

We asked three locals where they like to vacation most Article by Britton Griffith Summer is here! It's impossible not to get the vacation bug to seek out sunshine, adventure, and time together with those we love. We asked our local travel enthusiasts where their best vacation destinations are to get away. To the beaches, secret hideaways, or glamorous cities, there are so many choices whether you love traveling abroad, enjoying history, or finding there is no place like home, even when you...

Travel

Hey Dude!

Revel in the family summer camp charm of an authentic guest ranch in Quincy Article by Nora Heston Tarte | Photography by Supplied by Greenhorn Ranch Western television may be responsible for the rise of cowboy core themed travel. Whether you fell in love with Rip Wheeler on “Yellowstone,” got sucked into its spinoff “1923,” or found yourself a fan of the book-to-screen adaptation of the Walt Longmire stories, it’s impossible to ignore that western culture has influenced modern travel. And...

Arts + Culture

Unveiling The Virgil

Colin and MaryBeth Smith are redoing The Virgil without undoing its legacy Article by Liza Belka For over a century, a brick building at the heart of Reno’s Wells Avenue neighborhood has had a quiet but long-time presence. Once a military chapel, later the Little Flower Church, and over the decades a restaurant, a bank, and even a bar — today, it’s known as The Virgil. But the Virgil has always been more than just walls and a roof. It’s been growing and evolving alongside our city while...

Arts + Culture

Broadway is Back

Dennyse Sewell talks the 2025-2026 Pioneer Center season schedule Article by Nora Heston Tarte The Pioneer Center has released its 2025-2026 schedule for the Broadway Comes to Reno Series, celebrating its 31st year. The lineup begins with a high-energy and modern take on “Romeo and Juliet” called “&Juliet” and ends with a revival of “The Sound of Music” before it hits the New York stage. All of the shows are national first runs meaning these productions are in their first touring season. ...

Health + Wellness

Age Like a Man

Aging gracefully isn't just for women, and it's about more than how you look Article by Dan Eckles The mirror is a little less forgiving and birthdays continue to tick by. That’s no different from years gone by but in 2025 it is leaving more and more men confronting middle age with a new kind of urgency — not necessarily to outrun it, but to meet it with intention. Healthy diets and embracing a regular fitness routine are important but so are scheduling long-overdue checkups. Some subtle...

Fitness

Strike a Pose!

Support and strengthen your spine and core with five at-home Pilates exercises Article by Angela Rudolph | Photography by Melody Ricketts Pilates uses mindful, structured movements to improve strength, mobility, and flexibility through conditioning. Whether you’re using equipment or just a mat, Pilates supports lifelong fitness and balance, allowing you to enjoy the activities you love with more ease. Gretchen LaWall, founder of Your Body Pilates®, a boutique Pilates studio located in the...