Sparks Correspondence – May 2019
The weather is finally starting to warm up in Sparks, as we go from bone-dry cold to sweltering heat. However, it’s certainly a nice change from the crazy winter we just had. So, if...
Laughlin Correspondence – December 2019
Anaheim Ballet continues "Nutcracker" tradition at Riverside
The family tradition of “The Nutcracker Ballet” will be presented by the Anaheim Ballet Thursday-Saturday, Dec. 5-7 in Don’s Celebrity Theatre at the Riverside. Tickets to the 7...
Reno Correspondence – October 2017
Hike of the Month:
Fall is in the air, and a must-do hike for October is Thomas Creek, out the Mount Rose Highway just 20 minutes south of downtown. Starting at the Thomas Creek Trailhead...
Sparks Correspondence – October 2017
After coming off yet another successful Best in the West Rib Cook-off, Sparks is embracing the beginning of fall with fun outdoor events, including Riding on the River family bike riding event on October...
Sparks Correspondence – February 2019
February is all about the Big Game, brain boosting, beer, and making beautiful cards in Sparks this month, as we celebrate Super Bowl LIII, Valentine’s Day trivia nights, punk rock flea markets, and creative...
South Lake Tahoe Correspondence – December 2018
The storm door swung open and in came the snow, just in time for the Thanksgiving weekend. Could this mark the start of a big winter? We’ll just have to wait and see if...
Laughlin Correspondence – October 2017
Deana Carter Graces the Stage at the Riverside
Music country staple Deana Carter will appear at the Riverside in Don’s Celebrity Theater Thursday, Saturday, Oct.19-21 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30.
The natural beauty caught the...
Baker Correspondence – January 2017
Cross-country Skiing
January is a great time to head out cross-country skiing, especially with the snow we’re hoping to get soon in and around Baker. A good place to go is the Baker Creek area...
South Lake Tahoe Correspondence – December 2016
The wait is over .... The temperatures dropped and the snow started falling the weekend before Thanksgiving. Artificial snowmaking efforts had begun when Mother Nature decided to give us a taste of real snow...
Elko Correspondence – January 2019
Happy New Year from Elko.
The National Cowboy Poetry Gathering
The "Gathering" is less than a month away. If you have not gotten your tickets, do not wait...
Mineral County Correspondence – April 2017
An Amazing Patriotic Experience
There is no denying that the feeling of patriotism is alive and well in Mineral County. Hearts fill with pride upon seeing and hearing the U.S. military jets present their formal...
Baker Correspondence – April 2016
Baker
"April showers bring May flowers"
We’re hoping for more rain in April, as it’s been a dry February and March in eastern Nevada. Fortunately, we already have some spring flowers appearing at the lower elevations,...
Baker Correspondence – October 2019
Changing Colors
Fall colors have been delayed this year, which means October will likely be brilliant! There's a whole mountain, from Baker at 5,300 feet to Wheeler Peak at 13,063 feet, to change. The Wheeler...
Laughlin Correspondence – January 2019
On the Road from Las Vegas to Laughlin: Laughlin
This is Part 13 of a series. Read Part 1 (Searchlight), Part 2 (Cal-Nev-Ari), Part 3 (Laughlin), Part 4 (Laughlin), Part 5 (Laughlin), Part 6 (Laughlin),...
Elko Correspondence – August 2018
Summer Greetings from Elko! There is plenty going in the area, and here are a few activities to check out.
Jarbidge Days
Head to Jarbidge for good old fashioned fun in August. The Annual Jarbidge...
Nevada Correspondence – November 2016
In this edition:
Baker, Ely, Las Vegas, Lincoln County, Mesquite, South Lake Tahoe
Baker
November is a rather quiet month for the Baker area. Many of the local businesses close or reduce hours, but the Border Inn...
Reno Correspondence – April 2016
Reno
If you are planning to travel to Reno in the month of April, you picked the right month! There are many exciting opportunities and events, including the Reno Ukulele festival, the Reno Earth Day...
Nevada Correspondence – January 2016
In this edition:
Baker, Carson Valley, Ely, Las Vegas (3), Mesquite, Silver City, Tuscarora, Railfanning
Carson Valley Correspondence – January 2016
Carson Valley
Bighorn Sheep Outing at Walker Lake
As enamored as we are with the Carson Valley, we looove us a good field trip! And I'll just have to admit that I am crazy about sheep! Bighorns, that...
Winnemucca Valley Road Trip, Sutro Tunnel Update, & More
Winnemucca Valley Road Trip
A Sutro Tunnel Update
Jeff Nicholson Art Show in Elko
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Winnemucca Valley Road Trip
This road trip was inspired by the book Twenty Miles from a Match by Sarah Olds. It tells the story...
Lincoln County Correspondence – June 2019
Mountain Biking in Lincoln County
Mountain biking is becoming quite the individual or family recreational sport in Lincoln County. That is due primarily to the new trails that have been and those still being constructed...
Carson Valley Correspondence – January 2018
January has arrived at last. And with it come the gift returns, New Year’s resolutions, resuming our day-to-day routines, and the “after Holiday blues”. Admit it; you miss all of the activities that surround...
North Lake Tahoe Correspondence – October 2018
This season of harvest is all about pumpkins, pumpkins, and more pumpkins. Although we’ve been blessed with sunny skies, the days are getting shorter and the temperatures are starting to drop fast. Fortunately, there’s...
Las Vegas Correspondence – March 2019
March is the month to combine your activities to get the most out of Las Vegas!
While the 10th Anniversary of the HSBC Sevens World Series of Rugby tournament is going on at Sam Boyd...
Baker Correspondence – April 2019
Spring Awakening in Baker
Baker is coming back to life with businesses reopening, more cave tours offered, snow melting, and wildflowers emerging. T&D's restaurant, lounge, and convenience store is now open for lunch and dinner....
Reno – Correspondence – September 2015
Reno
The Last 7-Card Stud Game in Nevada
The Eldorado has had a poker room for more than 25 years, although it has been moved around the growing casino, the room is now quite permanent, and...
South Lake Tahoe Correspondence – October 2019
It’s the fall shoulder season at Lake Tahoe and the temperatures are cooler, days are shorter, but the time to visit couldn’t be better. Some consider fall to be the best time of year...
Las Vegas Correspondence – January 2016
Las Vegas
In Las Vegas, It's That Time of Year for ... Exercise!
Sure, you could go to the fitness centers in Las Vegas in January and do the normal treadmill, step-walker, row-boat, jog around the...
Nevada Correspondence – March 2017
In this edition:
Ely, Las Vegas, Laughlin, Lincoln County, Mineral County, South Lake Tahoe
Ely
Ely and White Pine County: Full of History
During its past, Ely was a mining town. In the 1870’s and '80s, White Pine...
Las Vegas Correspondence – July 2017
The iconic PAC-MAN character is one of the most recognizable figures in video game history and was the basis for the most successful arcade game of all time. Diamond Jack remembers losing game after game while playing...
Pahrump Correspondence – February 2019
Pahrump has its share of Spirits
If you are looking for places to go ghost hunting, then Nevada is the place to go. One can start in Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, visiting the haunted...
Lincoln County Correspondence – March 2018
Pioche Fire House added to National Register of Historic Places
Add another building to the National Register of Historic Places in the town of Pioche.
The National Park Service announced new listings in February, including the...
Lincoln County Correspondence – October 2018
Annual Dutch oven cook-off pleases crowd
Some of the over 200 people who attended the Dutch Oven Cook-Off at Cathedral Gorge State Park on Sept. 15 came from far away, without even knowing the event...
South Lake Tahoe Correspondence – July 2019
Every year, the same thing happens: the summer hits like a ton of bricks. You look at the calendar and realize that it’s already Independence Day and summertime is here in all its glory....
Lincoln County Correspondence – August 2018
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Fast Guns in Pioche
Do you recall ever seeing Ben Cartwright, Hoss, or Little Joe get into a middle-of-the-street gunfight with anybody on the famous Bonanza TV program? Maybe Lil’ Joe or Adam, but never...
Sparks Correspondence – October 2019
Autumn is my favorite time of the year because I love when the temperatures gradually get cooler, pumpkins are in season, and there are lots of fun and friendly events going on in Sparks...
Laughlin Correspondence – March 2017
E Center Attracts Headliners Loggins, Mandel and Robinson
The E Center at the Edgewater has a “fab” lineup in March with Kenny Loggins, Howie Mandel and Smokey Robinson.
American singer-songwriter and guitarist Kenny Loggins leads the...
South Lake Tahoe Correspondence – April 2017
Spring is in the air, and there is snow everywhere. But the big thaw is underway, while the days get longer and the temperatures start to rise. All the creeks and streams are swollen,...
Tonopah Correspondence – September 2017
Working Together: Tonopah High School and the Town of Tonopah
Every day and each night there are visitors and locals alike exploring the Old Tonopah Cemetery, made famous by its proximity to the Clown Motel...
Nevada Correspondence – July 2017
In this edition:
Baker, Boulder City, Elko, Ely, Gerlach, Las Vegas, Laughlin, Lincoln County, Mineral County, Reno, South Lake Tahoe
Baker
Nevada's Last Glacier
July is one of the busiest months in Baker, with hotel rooms, cave tours,...
