Issue: June 26, 2008
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Bull’s eye
RN&R photographer Nick Higman gets up close and personal with the bulls of the Reno Rodeo.
This article was published on 06.26.08
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A local group cut deals with health care providers to get care to the uninsured
People who can’t get health insurance are still getting care, thanks to an innovative program.
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Coal resists cleanliness
In a setback for Gov. Jim Gibbons, “clean” coal projects are being shut down.
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Pelosi zapped in Reno
Nancy Pelosi is the victim of an online myth being circulated in Reno.
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Getting involved in the system
A bake sale for Obama didn’t have the required permit and health certificate.
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The new leader of Nevada Senate Democrats talks about his plans
With Steve Horsford about to act as Democratic floor leader for the first time, he looks at how to do the job.
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Cortez Masto’s dam support
Nevada should support destruction of Glen Canyon Dam.
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Protect our shores
It would be a serious error to let George W. Bush open up the offshore oil fields..
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We have oil, let’s get it
The United States should start pumping crude from our coastlines.
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The bright side to four bucks a gallon
Is it possible Americans will finally slow down their consumption?
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Letters for June 26, 2008
Love, hate, or indifference—readers express their opinions—sometimes about each other.
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Bruce plugs for solar power and population control
Our columnist imagines two essential changes in society that will never happen.
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Much ado about Nada
Nada Motel, spawn of Dada Motel, comes to Reno. In keeping with its spirit, no one knows what’s going to happen.
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A great fall
A depressing slice of realism from Philip K. Dick, the master of paranoid science fiction.
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Martina full of grace
L. Martina Young is a dancer inspired by classical mythology.
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Sucky Swami
This new Mike Myers comedy is not a path to enlightenment.
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The Incredible Hulk
Short review of the film The Incredible Hulk.
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The Cheesiest
The sandwiches aren’t that special, but the pickles are amazing.
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Green acres
More people looking to buy or sell a “green” home are looking to EcoBrokers.
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They really said that
The Las Vegas Review-Journal likens getting energy from renewable sources to getting it from “elves” and “fairies.”
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Who’s really winning the war?
A timeline of the Iraq war and oil industry smells fishier than a Sushi Pier dumpster.
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Welcome to the next 31 days
Don’t forget to put the art in Artown.
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How do you make over 1,000 events in 31 days manageable? Get a routine.
Routine maintenance—explaining the many series of Artown.
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Choose your own adventure with one of our Artown avatars.
There are more than 1,300 events during Artown. We’ve picked 10 for you.
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Well-preserved
Preservation Hall Jazz Band has survived hurricanes, floods and the test of time to keep old New Orleans jazz alive.
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Peter and the Wolf told with larger-than-life puppets.
Puppeteers who tour like rock stars? Meet the Hudson Vagabond Puppets.
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The Hubbard Street Dance Company makes its Artown debut.
The Hubbard Street Dance Company brings a modern intensity to the stage.
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Cheating the cheater
You may catch more flies with honey, but as actor/playwright Dean Cameron proves, the ones who fall for the vinegar are far more entertaining.
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Ancient heavy metal
Artist Vic Chevillon’s metal works gain inspiration from regional petroglyphs.
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Youth meet Youth
Young local filmmakers document Sonic Youth in Reno.
This article was published on 06.26.08