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Robin Holabird reviews the latest films showing in the Biggest Little City. Catch this commentary Fridays during Fresh Air, between 2:37 and 2:47 p.m.
Home and rental prices continue to soar in Northern Nevada and Northeastern California, leaving more working families and individuals on the brink. Seniors, college students, single parents, immigrants, and the working poor are particularly vulnerable. Some must choose to pay rent over buying food or securing healthcare. The lack of affordable housing in urban and rural areas alike is changing the identity of this region. In response, the KUNR newsroom is examining housing through many lense ...
Dr. Jankovich has been working as a psychologist since 1974. She works with a range of problems including relationships, depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, grief, trauma, and struggles with life transitions. Rebecca practices what she preaches to not burn out by leaving the office to ride equine races with her horses, and travel the world.
We are shaped in large part by when and where we live, and every combination of locale and era sets the stage for a new story. In this regular segment, professional historian Alicia Barber presents an engaging array of narratives and voices from the past, focusing on the rich and diverse heritage of Northern Nevada and the Eastern Sierra. In the process, she brings historical perspective to our own time and place, shedding light on who we are as a community, how we got here, and where we mig ...
Alaye ni ?kunr?r? waye ninu idanil?k? yii lori ?k? ti o r? m? gbogbo ?ni ti n se is? sin eniyan.
Cheryl Erwin is a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 25 years of experience in working with parents and children. She is the author or co-author of several books on parenting, including “Positive Discipline: the First Three Years,” “Positive Discipline for Preschoolers,” and “Positive Discipline for Single Parents.” Cheryl provides professional development training and workshops for teachers and early childhood educators, and is available for personal, online parent coaching.
Eyi ni ?kunr?r? alaye lori bi Ojise Olohun- ike ati ola Olohun ki o maa ba a- se maa n ki Irun It?r? Ojo p?lu sise afihan aw?n orisirisi ?na ti o gba se adua lati t?r? ojo nigba aye r?.
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Audio Diary: Reminiscing On Family Traditions As Thanksgiving Plans Go Astray
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Some families, like KUNR Youth Media reporter Isabella Wolf’s family, are making the difficult decision to stay home this Thanksgiving. In this audio diary, Wolf shares the family traditions that she’ll miss this year and what the holiday means to her.By Isabella Wolf
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Health Officials Concerned About Preserving Hospital Capacity
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As COVID-19 cases continue to surge in Nevada, state leaders are concerned about preserving health care capacity. KUNR’s Jayden Perez reports that while new restrictions help safeguard the health care system, it can be hard on the business community.By Jayden Perez
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Commentary: Local High School Student Shares Fears About Returning To Class After Thanksgiving Break
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On Tuesday night, the Washoe County School Board is considering moving all students to full distance learning starting Dec. 7, which is about a week after Thanksgiving. In this commentary, KUNR Youth Media reporter Hudson Heimerman says that with cases increasing in Washoe County, he's nervous going to school in person these days.…
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Audio Diary: Reminiscing On Family Traditions As Thanksgiving Plans Go Astray
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Some families, like KUNR Youth Media reporter Isabella Wolf’s family, are making the difficult decision to stay home this Thanksgiving. In this audio diary, Wolf shares the family traditions that she’ll miss this year and what the holiday means to her.By Isabella Wolf
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Election Reflection: A Young Liberal's Hope For A New Pandemic Approach
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Even though she was too young to vote in this election, local high school student Avery Thunder shares this commentary for KUNR’s Youth Media program on how she feels about former Vice President Joe Biden being declared the winner. She also explores what she hopes his presidency will bring during the pandemic.…
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Election Reflection: A Young Liberal's Hope For A New Pandemic Approach
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Even though she was too young to vote in this election, local high school student Avery Thunder shares this commentary for KUNR’s Youth Media program on how she feels about former Vice President Joe Biden being declared the winner. She also explores what she hopes his presidency will bring during the pandemic.…
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Searching For 'The Last Vermeer': Robin's Movie Review
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Appreciating works by an all-time great artist took an extra hit when the COVID-19 pandemic closed most museums and delayed the release of a film called The Last Vermeer . Many museums remain shuttered, but local theaters started screening The Last Vermeer in November, providing the chance to once again appreciate the genius of the man whose Girl W…
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Searching For 'The Last Vermeer': Robin's Movie Review
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Appreciating works by an all-time great artist took an extra hit when the COVID-19 pandemic closed most museums and delayed the release of a film called The Last Vermeer . Many museums remain shuttered, but local theaters started screening The Last Vermeer in November, providing the chance to once again appreciate the genius of the man whose Girl W…
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Whether to Bail Out: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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It is a wrenching decision whether you bail your child out of jail.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Whether to Bail Out: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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It is a wrenching decision whether you bail your child out of jail.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Gov. Sisolak Warns Of Increasing COVID-19 Cases
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Governor Steve Sisolak announced that he is doing well despite contracting COVID-19; however, he warned Nevadans of the dangers that the coronavirus imposes on the state.By Jayden Perez
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Gov. Sisolak Warns Of Increasing COVID-19 Cases
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Governor Steve Sisolak announced that he is doing well despite contracting COVID-19; however, he warned Nevadans of the dangers that the coronavirus imposes on the state.By Jayden Perez
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Examining How Social Gatherings Off-Campus Led To The Closure Of A Private High School In Reno
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Limiting social gatherings has been challenging as COVID fatigue and social isolation set in during the pandemic. As KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck reports, public health measures aren’t being followed by everyone.By Lucia Starbuck
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Examining How Social Gatherings Off-Campus Led To The Closure Of A Private High School In Reno
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Limiting social gatherings has been challenging as COVID fatigue and social isolation set in during the pandemic. As KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck reports, public health measures aren’t being followed by everyone.By Lucia Starbuck
With Thanksgiving around the corner, the Washoe County Health District is urging residents not to gather with people outside of their household. Hudson Heimerman is a student at Reno High School and a reporter for the KUNR Youth Media Program. In this audio postcard, he reflects on how this fall feels different and what he misses the most.…
With Thanksgiving around the corner, the Washoe County Health District is urging residents not to gather with people outside of their household. Hudson Heimerman is a student at Reno High School and a reporter for the KUNR Youth Media Program. In this audio postcard, he reflects on how this fall feels different and what he misses the most.…
As of Nov. 17, this blog will no longer be updated. For related articles, please visit our 2020 election webpage . KUNR’s 2020 Election Blog is a space for updates throughout Election Day and night, as well as short articles based on conversations our reporters have had with community members and local stakeholders to provide greater context to the…
As of Nov. 17, this blog will no longer be updated. For related articles, please visit our 2020 election webpage . KUNR’s 2020 Election Blog is a space for updates throughout Election Day and night, as well as short articles based on conversations our reporters have had with community members and local stakeholders to provide greater context to the…
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Taking 'The Climb' With Michael Angelo Covino And Kyle Marvin: Robin's Movie Review
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The Climb takes an amusing look at the ups and downs of friendship. Director Michael Angelo Covino shares writing and acting duties with his real-life buddy Kyle Marvin, exploring the dynamics of a relationship that survives many years, despite the two men's hugely different approaches to life.By Robin Holabird
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Taking 'The Climb' With Michael Angelo Covino And Kyle Marvin: Robin's Movie Review
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The Climb takes an amusing look at the ups and downs of friendship. Director Michael Angelo Covino shares writing and acting duties with his real-life buddy Kyle Marvin, exploring the dynamics of a relationship that survives many years, despite the two men's hugely different approaches to life.By Robin Holabird
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Director Tsanavi Spoonhunter On Documenting Food Insecurity On The Crow Indian Reservation
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Tsanavi Spoonhunter is an award-winning film director. Her documentary Crow Country: Our Right To Food Sovereignty was recently awarded best documentary short by the American Indian Film Festival. The film profiles tribal members of the Crow Indian Reservation in Montana and their struggles to retain food security.…
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Director Tsanavi Spoonhunter On Documenting Food Insecurity On The Crow Indian Reservation
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Tsanavi Spoonhunter is an award-winning film director. Her documentary Crow Country: Our Right To Food Sovereignty was recently awarded best documentary short by the American Indian Film Festival. The film profiles tribal members of the Crow Indian Reservation in Montana and their struggles to retain food security.…
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Knowing Your Child Is Anxious: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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It’s hard to know when your child’s behavior is out of the ordinary.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Knowing Your Child Is Anxious: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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It’s hard to know when your child’s behavior is out of the ordinary.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Renown Reopens Emergency COVID-19 Care Facility In Parking Garage
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Update, published Friday, Nov. 13, at 5:52 p.m. PT. Several COVID-19 patients are already receiving treatment at the Renown alternative care site located in the hospital’s parking garage. Amid the surge in cases, the site opened up earlier this week to keep hospital beds available for other medical emergencies.…
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Update, published Friday, Nov. 13, at 5:52 p.m. PT. Several COVID-19 patients are already receiving treatment at the Renown alternative care site located in the hospital’s parking garage. Amid the surge in cases, the site opened up earlier this week to keep hospital beds available for other medical emergencies.…
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Reno 1868 FC cesa sus operaciones debido a la pandemia
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Read in English. El equipo de la United Soccer League de Reno, Reno 1868 FC, anunció el viernes 5 de noviembre que dejaría de operar después de la temporada 2020.By Stephanie Serrano
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With COVID-19 Vaccine Hopes High, Obstacles Remain For Rural Areas
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The news of a promising COVID-19 vaccine from pharmaceutical giant Pfizer and the German company BioNTech is generating optimism this week. But in the Mountain West, there will be significant challenges in storing and distributing this type of vaccine in rural areas.By Beau Baker
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With COVID-19 Vaccine Hopes High, Obstacles Remain For Rural Areas
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The news of a promising COVID-19 vaccine from pharmaceutical giant Pfizer and the German company BioNTech is generating optimism this week. But in the Mountain West, there will be significant challenges in storing and distributing this type of vaccine in rural areas.By Beau Baker
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States, Utilities Step Up As U.S. Leaves Paris Climate Accord
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The U.S. is now officially out of the Paris climate accord . Climate policy is mixed around the Mountain West, but many states are seeing action and a transition to renewable energy regardless of federal leadership.By Beau Baker
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States, Utilities Step Up As U.S. Leaves Paris Climate Accord
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The U.S. is now officially out of the Paris climate accord . Climate policy is mixed around the Mountain West, but many states are seeing action and a transition to renewable energy regardless of federal leadership.By Beau Baker
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Officials Wrestle With Surge Of COVID-19 Cases, Sisolak Reiterates Plea To Wear Masks
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As Nevada experiences a surge of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, Gov. Steve Sisolak and City of Reno officials are doubling down on their public health messaging. And as KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck reports, officials are wrestling with how to control the spread of infections.By Lucia Starbuck
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Officials Wrestle With Surge Of COVID-19 Cases, Sisolak Reiterates Plea To Wear Masks
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As Nevada experiences a surge of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, Gov. Steve Sisolak and City of Reno officials are doubling down on their public health messaging. And as KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck reports, officials are wrestling with how to control the spread of infections.By Lucia Starbuck
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Breaking Down What We Know About Nevada Election Results
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More than 1.3 million people in Nevada voted in the 2020 general election. That's roughly 200,000 more ballots cast this year than in 2016. While results from across the state have continued to trickle in over the weekend, it appears most races are nearing their conclusion. KUNR's Michelle Billman spoke with political editor, Paul Boger who's been …
