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So let’s clear this up. I’m being told the Republicans aren’t supporting me because I print articles calling them out. Correction: the real Republicans ar e . The ones who open their homes, host fundraisers, knock on doors, make calls, and grind through campaign season without a title or a Facebo
Read the articleWelcome to Reno, where even the charities that pick up the slack for the city might soon pay for the privilege. The latest target: local nonprofits — you know, the ones filling the gaps that government can’t manage, the ones feeding seniors, sheltering people, and fighting fires in the social safety
Read the articleOnce upon a time in Reno, there was a community rallying to “Save Lakeridge.” Lawn signs sprouted, neighbors united, and for a moment, it looked like the little people might actually hold their ground against big development. Fast-forward to today — and the movement that once had fire in its belly n
Read the articleIt’s that time again — Reno City Hall’s annual game of “Who Wants to Be Vice Mayor ?” The suspense is thick enough to cut with a council agenda. The November 12th meeting promises interesting ‘deals’ that may have been crafted behind the scenes. Rumors are flying around town faster than free-range
Read the articleToday, Picon witnessed what could only be described as a televised bromance between Nevada Newsmakers’ own Sam Shad and Reno City Councilmember Devon Reese — and let’s just say, if there was a candlelit dinner involved, we wouldn’t be surprised. From the opening minute, it was clear this wasn’t an
Read the articleAh yes, another City of Reno survey — because when in doubt, survey it out. The city’s population has climbed to roughly 281,537 residents, up from 264,165 in 2020 — a 6.25% jump. So with nearly 280,000 people calling Reno home, one might think the city would listen to them without another taxpayer
Read the articleSo, Devon Reese accidentally let it slip – by listing the wrong office on an amended Nevada Secretary of State contribution and expense report – that he’s running for mayor. But while the ink is still wet on that paperwork, Reese is already using his platform to peddle feel-good talking points about
Read the articleWard 2 residents are once again being asked to swallow a vague development proposal—this time called the Mount Rose Junction Specific Plan District (LDC25-00018). The site sits on the west side of Plumas Street, about 145 feet south of Mount Rose Street. The developer’s wish list is ambitious:
Read the articleIs it appropriate for media to laugh themselves silly at a Reno City Councilmember’s social media post? We don’t know. But we did. After nine long months of blissful indifference, Ward 5’s very own Devon Reese has suddenly fallen head over heels for his Neighborhood Advisory Board. The same board h
Read the articleRichard Jay—board‑hopper, Downtown Reno Partnership booster and social‑media hype man for Mayor Hillary Schieve—recently gushed that Reno is “doing a good job” downtown.¹ For residents staring at boarded‑up buildings, police lights and fresh pink slips, that appraisal lands about as well as a neon a
Read the articlePicon had been told by an employee inside City of Reno Government the announcement there would be employee layoffs would be coming in early July 2025 - sure enough our intel was correct and the press release was issued yesterday regarding eight city employees positions being cut. Our inside intel sa
Read the articleRecently, Reno’s Ward 1 and Ward 3 councilmembers held community forums—but don’t bother asking for a recording or meeting notes. There aren’t any. That’s right: no recordings, no transcripts, no official records. These forums are pitched as chances for residents to connect directly with their el
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