Hi, Nevadans!
According to the forecast, Las Vegas will be seeing slightly warmer days this week. And while a sunny 68-degree day doesn’t sound like winter, the vibes lately have been unquestionably holiday-ee—for me, at least. Anyone else?
Below, you’ll find five day trips from Reno and highlights from some of Nevada’s most unique historic towns. Plus, a new report suggests pesticide levels in our groundwater are declining—but is that the full story, or are officials missing key chemicals in their testing?
And as always, so many things to do this week out in the community. Share with me which ones you’ve attended or that interest you.
Have a great week!
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🎷 Jazz duet concert: Timeless holiday classics — Tuesday, Dec. 9, 4-5 p.m. at Incline Village Library (845 Alder Ave., Incline Village). Enjoy a musical journey from heartfelt ballads to upbeat fun. This free concert celebrates the joy and special meaning of the holiday season.
🎨 Holiday Art Bazaar — Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Arts Factory (107 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas). Stroll through the Arts Factory and soak in the holiday cheer with local art, creative surprises, holiday activities, pop-ups, and special deals. Shop one-of-a-kind creations and support local small businesses this season!
🎀 Pink Christmas Market — Sunday, Dec. 14, from 1-5 p.m. at Ferguson’s Downtown (1028 Fremont St., Las Vegas). Get ready for the cutest and pinkest holiday market of the season, featuring over 60 local businesses to shop small, Christmas photo ops, coffee, and warm festive treats. Entrance is free, and the first 50 women will receive an exclusive Pinkmas tote.
💫 Laser Shows at the Planetarium — Running weekends through Dec. 28 at the UNR Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center (1664 N. Virginia St., Reno). Choose from more than twenty musical artists and themes, from ‘80s Michael Jackson and the Beatles, to The Wizard of Oz and The Nutcracker soundtracks. Find tickets online ranging between $10-$20.
🗓 Next week: Sagebrush to Sandstone: Winter Poetry Readings and Paper Bird Workshop — Monday, Dec. 15, from 1-4 p.m. at the Nevada Humanities Program Gallery (1017 S. First St., Unit 190, Las Vegas). Welcome the winter and holiday season with readings from local poets and writers and a paper bird workshop. Registration is not required; just drop right in. Supplies will be provided.
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From snowy Genoa to historic Carson City, these five small towns make great day trips from Reno. (Dana Keith/Shutterstock)
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By Aleza Freeman
There’s always plenty to do in Reno, but sometimes it’s nice to try something different. Whether it’s a day trip or a weekend getaway, Nevada’s small towns provide an array of options for entertaining the whole family, and some are a short drive from the Biggest Little City.
Underrated gems: Gardnerville and Minden
Dating back to 1879, Gardnerville draws visitors for its Basque dining, sports parks, and welcoming farms. Minden is home to the up-and-coming Minden Mill Distillery, an art center, casinos, and unique local shops like Eddy Street Vintage Market, Especially for You, and Fresh Ideas. DST Coffee on Gardnerville’s Main Street overflows with handcrafted coffee, kitsch, and Nevada pride.
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Environmental groups argue that a clean water supply would require alternative farming methods that eliminate the use of pesticides. (Lovelyday12/Adobe Stock)
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By Suzanne Potter, Public News Service
A new report from the U.S. Geological Survey finds that levels of 22 toxic chemicals in groundwater have declined significantly over the past 30 years, but environmental groups say the data is misleading.
Why it matters: Most of those pesticides have simply been replaced with new ones, according to Jay Feldman, executive director of the group Beyond Pesticides. The latest study also shows that one pesticide, called DBCP, has persisted for decades.
Context: Common pesticides like Roundup that contain glyphosate, 2,4-D, dicamba, or paraquat were not part of the study. A 2009 report from the U.S. Geological Survey found that 182,000 people in Nevada get their drinking water from private wells, most commonly in rural areas.
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Nevada governor signs sweeping crime bill as state looks to boost tourism: “Known as the Safe Streets and Neighborhoods Act, the law paves the way for the reinstitution of the controversial Resort Corridor Court to penalize crimes such as petty theft, assault, drug offenses and loitering originating on the Las Vegas Strip and coinciding with orders banning people from the tourist area for a year.” (The Associated Press)
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Democratic senators raise concerns about drop in forest service wildfire fuels reduction work: “The 12 senators – all Democrats – are from Nevada, Colorado, New Mexico and other wildfire-impacted states. They’re concerned about agency staffing and “a significant decline in planned wildfire prevention work in high-risk, fire-prone areas,” according to a letter they wrote this week to Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz. The letter comes on the heels of an analysis by the advocacy group Grassroots Wildland Firefighters, which found a nearly 40% drop in fuel reduction projects compared to several previous years.“ (KUNR)
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