Autumn is the best time of the year. I love everything about it—the fall decorations, the cooler temperatures, leaves changing colors, grape harvests and Halloween, a magical time with all […]
Read MorePersonal, solo rock: Samuel Spivey launches A Desolate Light after 15 years of being in Authmentis
For 15 years, Samuel Spivey and his band Authmentis were active in the Reno scene. Then the pandemic hit. “We were around for a really long time,” Spivey said. Most […]
Read MoreSurvival in postapocalyptic Las Vegas: Jarret Keene’s ‘Hammer of the Dogs’ explores a fierce new world
Set in the wasteland of post-apocalyptic Las Vegas, Hammer of the Dogs is a literary dystopian adventure filled with high-octane fun starring 21-year-old Lash. With her high-tech skill set and warrior mentality, […]
Read MoreOn Nevada Business: Intellectual property—it’s for every business, including yours
As we move into autumn in the Sierra, there are a number of things to consider. It’s a good time to work on our businesses instead of in them. As […]
Read MoreReturn to basics: Curation is at its finest at the new Cosmo’s Snack Bar
In my travels, people often present me with cocktail menus and offerings that are a universe of complexity, showcasing tons of ingredients and techniques. While there is nothing inherently wrong […]
Read MoreA horror travesty: Everyone involved with ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ should be deeply ashamed
Director David Gordon Green was a reliable auteur through his 2018 Halloween reboot. I liked that first chapter of his Halloween revamp—but the final two chapters of his trilogy kind […]
Read MorePrepare for a scare: A sneak peek into Dark Corner Haunted House
RN&R Photo Editor David Robert went behind the scenes of Dark Corner Haunted House and found a team of local actors and artists with opulently detailed makeup, props and costumes, […]
Read MoreTacos, pizza, eggplant! Our humble food scribe discusses three restaurant dishes she can’t stop thinking about
As summer comes to a close, I’ve been preparing myself for the sleepy coziness of fall and reaching for creature comforts. These are three of the best dishes I ate […]
Read MoreYour move: Rogue Worx’s ‘The Game’ brings a bit of philosophy and a lavish amount of fun
“This is the real secret of life,” said the English writer, speaker and philosopher Alan Watts, “to be completely engaged with what you are doing in the here and now. […]
Read MoreJinkies! Reno pop-punk legends Zoinks! return for a 30th anniversary reunion show
When pop-punk band Zoinks! was founded in 1993, the young musicians quickly became outliers in a Reno music scene that’s nearly unrecognizable today. They pressed three full albums, toured America […]
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