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Washoe LifeTalking About Trails with Christina ThayerFor the first time in many years, Washoe County has opened a new recreation site, and Trails Coordinator Christina Thayer explains how and why a new recreation site comes to be. Join us on the banks of the Truckee River for a first look at the new Riverbend Trailhead, a brand-new access point to the river and portage area for rafters. 2025-06-0419 min
Washoe LifeBuilding Better Days at Washoe's Senior CenterThe Washoe County Senior Center has been a cornerstone of our community since 1978—and now, it’s getting a much-needed refresh. In the latest Washoe Life podcast, we take you inside the $2.8 million renovation that’s transforming this vital space. Hear from Washoe County Human Services leaders about what’s changing, why it matters, and how it supports the seniors who rely on it every day. Listen now to learn how Washoe County is building a stronger, more connected community—one upgrade at a time. 2025-05-2122 min
Washoe LifeThe Life-Saving Recipe for Success at CrossroadsIn part one of this two-part Washoe Life podcast, we’re on site at the Men’s Crossroads facility, where up to 70 residents live in a structured, sober community while receiving case management, life skills training, and health care support. During this powerful sit-down with residents – some of whom are now staff members—find out what led them to Crossroads, how the program has shaped their recovery, and why it continues to change lives through structure, accountability and connection. 2025-04-2443 min
Washoe LifeSpring is in the Air at the May ArboretumThe Washoe Life podcast is on location at the May Arboretum Greenhouse as we talk all things plants with Washoe County Horticulturist Luke Sorenson and Parks Superintendent Stephanie D’Arcy. Learn what you can do for your garden to encourage a burst of spring and summer blooms, and join us as we talk about what we can look forward to at Regional Parks this summer. You can watch the video version of this podcast at www.YouTube.com/WashoeCountyTV. 2025-03-2721 min
Washoe LifeHonoring a Legacy of Leadership and Community ImpactMeet Lynn Atcheson, a native Nevadan whose leadership and advocacy have left a lasting mark on Reno and Washoe County as we commemorate Women’s History Month. Lynn has played pivotal roles in some of Nevada’s most influential organizations, including Sierra Pacific Power Co., Harrah’s, and Washoe Health System—now Renown Health. She is also a founding member of the Nevada Women’s Fund, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women through education and philanthropy. Through her work, she has championed initiatives that uplift women, strengthen communities, and create opportunities for future generations. During our conversat...2025-03-1228 min
Washoe LifeEmpowering Others and Building Confidence with Emily JaensonDuring this episode of Washoe Life, we sit down with Emily Jaenson, a trailblazing sports executive, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and advocate for women's leadership. As the first female general manager in Triple-A baseball and a champion for confidence-building, Jaenson reflects on her journey to Northern Nevada, her career milestones, and the challenges women face in the workforce. She also shares her work with the Nevada Women’s Fund and the significance of International Women’s Day on Saturday, March 8th. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a leader dedicated to empowering women and breaking barriers. 2025-02-2627 min
Washoe LifeA Nevada Love Story from Assemblyman and Author, Pat HickeyPat Hickey is a natural storyteller and has entertained and informed Reno Gazette-Journal readers with his opinion column for the last five years. But his favorite story to tell is his own love story with his wife of 50 years, Myung-hee. He is taking a break from his column to pen this very special story for his beloved, and he shares this project and his most recent book, Here and the Hereafter, on this special episode of “Washoe Life.” 2025-02-1225 min
Talking Strange Paranormal ShowWashoe Guide's Scariest GhostsHost Aaron Sagers is on the road in the Reno Tahoe Territory in Nevada, and returns once again to the Old Washoe Club in Virginia City. While sitting in the back room of the old saloon, he speaks with tour guides and paranormal investigators Kimi Good and Justin Seagraves about their freakiest moments at the Washoe, and how they'd define the paranormal reputation of the famous site that began as a lavish "Millionaires Club" of the elite in the 1860s during the silver mining boom of the Comstock Lode — and is now one of the most popular paranormal landmarks ar...2025-01-3032 min
Washoe LifeCalm in the Midst of Crisis: Meet the Chaplains Who Serve the Washoe County Sheriff’s OfficeOn any given day, this small group of dedicated of chaplains are working alongside our Washoe County Sheriff’s deputies offering their services following an unexpected trauma or crisis situation. What is it like to reach out to our community members during what is most likely one of the darkest days of their lives? Two of the chaplains joined us to share those experiences. 2025-01-2926 min
Washoe LifeA New Year, a New Look, Same Great Washoe LifeJoin us as we kick off 2025 and the new season of the “Washoe Life” podcast Listeners can now watch new episodes on YouTube with our added video option, and we will spend time this year in the field, gathering stories of life in Washoe County right where it happens. And as a treat for this first episode, we are joined by Jim Redding, better known to our foster families and parks staff as Santa Claus at the annual foster family tree give-away at Rancho San Rafael Park. 2025-01-1526 min
Harris 2024 News and Info TrackerKamala Harris Edges Out Trump in Crucial Washoe County, NevadaIn a significant political development, Vice President Kamala Harris has edged out former President Donald Trump in Washoe County, according to the latest updates reported by the Reno Gazette Journal. This marks a noteworthy shift as Nevada had previously been called for Trump last week, contributing to his overall decisive victory against Harris.The shift in Washoe County's results highlights the evolving political landscape in Nevada, a state known for its unpredictable voting patterns and status as a swing state during elections. Harris's edge in this key county underscores the Vice President's growing influence and the complexity of...2024-11-1403 min
Ballot Battleground: NevadaEarly voting begins, Washoe GOP’s unproven claims, and polling on how Nevadans feel about the biggest issues of the 2024 electionEarly voting has begun in the Silver State and already over 320,000 Nevadans have voted. This week, we have the sounds from the first days of early voting, a quick glance at early voting turnout numbers and an update on Washoe GOP's unproven claims of voting irregularities with the machines. Plus, host Ben Margiott interviews pollster Dr. Steven Kull, who has done 10 issue surveys in Nevada and several other swing states. How do Nevadans feel about the most critical election issues, including economic policies, immigration and border policy, reproductive rights and more? And do the results portend anything for the...2024-10-2321 min
Washoe LifeEpisode 16 - Myths and Facts about Homeless Shelters (Part 2)In this final episode of season 3 of “Washoe Life,” Grant Denton of Karma Box and Monica DuPea of the Nevada Youth Empowerment Project discuss the misconceptions and criticisms often heard about homeless shelters. 2024-10-1828 min
Washoe LifeWashoe County welcomes the worldThere are roughly 300 million refugees in the world today and only about 1 percent will be resettled to a new home country. The Northern Nevada International Center is the conduit for refugees coming to northern Nevada, and Executive Director Dr. Carina Black shares with us the organization’s mission, while Erasme shares her story of resettlement in Reno from Kenya. 2024-08-1527 min
Washoe LifeDonate Life Month and Hunter’s gift of sightHunter Weiss was only 20 when he tragically passed away, but he had already decided to be an organ and tissue donor. His mom shares the story of his gift of sight through cornea donation as we celebrate National Donate Life Month in April. Register to be a donor at www.nvdonor.org/washoe. 2024-04-1823 min
Haunted or Hoax109. Washoe ClubHey, we're the worst, sorry! But hopefully you'll like this episode, it's about a social club in Nevada and was suggested by listener Adam. The Washoe club boasts escort ghosts, prospector poltergeists, and a lot of old timey charm. But...is any of that legit or is it just a way to rope in tourism? Also, where the heck did the Ghost Adventures episode go? Find out and listen!We'd appreciate it if you took a moment to help our podcast by rating and reviewing on apple and NOW on Spotify! Don't forget to check our show...2024-04-1656 min
Washoe LifeThe fears, hurdles, and hope of foster careThere are more than 600 youth in foster care in Washoe County, but only about 250 foster families to take them. This is Mariah’s story, a young woman who spent most of her childhood and teen years in foster care and is now building a new life for herself and her own children. It only takes one caring and willing adult to change a life. Listen and learn how you can help. 2024-03-2843 min
Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaJosh Hartzog on Career and Technical Education in Washoe County SchoolsCareer education in Washoe County Schools isn't just "shop class" like it was when I was in high school. Across the country and here in Northern Nevada, rebranding vocational education to "career and technical education" has brought about a lot of changes including programs focused on business, culinary arts, medical professions, and much more. Here in Washoe County, some of those programs are housed in "Signature Academy" schools with a special focus, but every high school has CTE opportunities of some kind.
On this episode of Renoites, I welcomed Josh Hartzog, the Director of Career and Technical...2024-03-051h 04
Washoe LifeThe robes and badges behind Specialty CourtsIn this Part 2 of our conversation about Washoe County’s Specialty Courts, we talk with Judge Scott Pearson and Probation Officer Mark Wickman about the legal and law enforcement sides of addiction, recovery and rehabilitation. Learn how drug court has evolved to provide a support system for those who need it most, how it can be a liability to others, and how Judge Pearson navigates the difference.2024-02-2337 minBallot Battleground: NevadaCaucus recap and Washoe County registrar of voters Cari-Ann BurgessThe busiest week in Nevada elections in a long time is in the rearview mirror. In the end, Donald Trump and Joe Biden won all of Nevada's delegates from the caucus and primary, respectively. Host Ben Margiott interviews reporter Audrey Mayer about her experience covering the caucus at a Reno-area elementary school. Plus, an extended interview with interim Washoe County registrar of voters Cari-Ann Burgess about why she came back to elections after experiencing burnout in a previous role, lessons learned running an ice cream shop in between jobs and how the primary went for a largely new elections...2024-02-1436 min
Paranormal PunchersEp. 170 - Old Washoe ClubVirginia City, NV rose as the center for silver mining with the discovery of the Comstock Lode in 1859 & became the nation’s 1st industrial city. It was a bustling city that had cultural institutions like the opera & famous residents like Mark Twain. The Washoe Club opened its doors on B Street in the Reynolds Building on June 1, 1875. It was a luxurious space filled with giant plate glass windows & bronze statuettes & was nicknamed “The Millionaire’s Club” because it was where the rich & newly rich would drink, play games, & visit with prostitutes. Less than 5 months after opening, a fire burned through...2024-02-0633 min
Washoe LifeFentanyl in our community with John FirestoneDrug use disorder has taken a particularly dark turn with the rise of fentanyl in Washoe County and across the country. Life Change Center Executive Director John Firestone brings the issue to light and discusses how we, as a community, can save lives through treatment and prevention. 2024-01-1227 min
Nevada Real Estate RadioKalie Work, Washoe County Recorder and Cheri Hill, Sage InternationalKalie M. Work, Washoe County Recorder talks with Peter and Cheri Hill from Sage International about the operations at Washoe County Recorder's office. Is it an elected position? Yes. What types of recording is done at the Recorder's Office besides Real Estate? Can people monitor activity at the Recorder's Office that involves their real estate? It's all there!
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GraveYard TalesThe Washoe ClubThis week we take a look at The Washoe Club in Virginia City, NV. There is a ton of history here and a bunch of reported ghosts.
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Washoe LifeBonus episode: 100 Things to do in Reno Before You DieWe’re closing season 2 of “Washoe Life” with a conversation with Mikalee Byerman, author of the book “100 Things to do in Reno Before You Die.” Celebrate the best of Washoe County including tips on local trails and restaurants with this bonus episode. 2023-10-0530 min
Washoe LifeA new life for West Hills HospitalWhen West Hills Hospital closed just over two years ago, the community was left with no other resource for in-patient therapy, psychiatry and rehab for adults. In August, the Washoe County Board of County Commissioners approved the purchase of the shuttered hospital and the county plans to bring it back to life to fit the growing need for behavioral health care in our community. We are joined by County Manager Eric Brown and Interim Human Services Agency Director Ryan Gustafson to discuss future plans.2023-09-2220 min
Washoe LifeThe final flag for the National Championship Air RacesAfter nearly 60 years of air racing in Northern Nevada, this year brings the last National Championship Air Races to the Reno-Stead Airport. The 2023 event will be held Sept. 13-17 and will feature more than 150 planes and pilots, hands-on experiences, displays and thrills in the skies over Washoe County. Listen in on a behind-the-scenes conversation with the Reno Air Races Chief Operating Officer Tony Logoteta, as they take the final flag in Reno. 2023-09-0819 min