Issue: April 19, 2007

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House of the rising sun
Solar power is on the rise in Northern Nevada. It’s still mighty expensive, but there’s enough concern for the environment and a little government help that makes the investment worth it for an increasing number of people.
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Proclamation disorder
Gov. Gibbons recognizes “parental alienation syndrome”
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Our mercury problem
Two scientists have been hired to survey Nevada’s mercury problem.
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Failure to communicate
The RN&R debuts a new column to foster peace, love and understanding between the Anglo and Latino cultures.
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Glossary to Ask a Mexican
Get stumped by a Spanish word? Check out the Ask a Mexican glossary.
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Tragic omission
The tragedy at Virginia Tech should not create an opportunity for people with hidden agendas to take political advantage.
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Letters for April 19, 2007
Love, hate, or indifference—readers express their opinions—sometimes about each other.
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World class
UNESCO supports the achievements of Mother Nature and humanity.
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In defense of the conservative mind
Right Hook continues his dialogue with a fan.
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Gibbons: Rumors versus reality
Call me an idealist, but seems like our nation could use more solid muckraking—and fewer reporters engaged in public relations on behalf of politicians.
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Check-in time
Three weeks before the fatal Mizpah fire on Halloween, Reno filmmaker Jamie Heinrich shot the thriller film short 1408 at the doomed hotel.
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Poetry’s Month
Salty assesments, meditations on the color blue, and a fugue of spirits are found in seven poetry books reviewed for National Poetry Month.
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Doubting Thomas
St. Thomas Aquinas offers large helpings of tradition, ritual and Catholic constancy.
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Danse Macabre
Nevada’s Danse Macabre is a new online literary journal.
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Young revolutionaries
Damonte Ranch students take on a well-loved musical that includes some very adult issues.
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Bored by brilliance
Ever hear that a movie is never as good as the book it’s based on? Think: Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Film for Theaters.
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Russel Simmons Presents Def Poetry Season 4
Def Poetry Jam Season 4: You’re about to get slammed.
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Rory Block
Rory Block downright channels the ghost of Robert Johnson in The Lady and Mr. Johnson.
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Super sonic
Grab your earplugs kids, hardcore band Words is talented—and loud.
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Thai with wings
Pork-stuffed chicken wings and other stimulating Thai dishes are served at Isan in Sparks.
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Good and green
Reno’s urban foresters protect the city’s arboreal legacy.
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