Secret Witness watches UNR - Police say citizen participation in crime prevention is crucial. posted 3/30/99

TV veteran sees new 'dawn' for Reno development - Chuck Alvey, new director of EDAWN, is spearheading Northern Nevada's economic development in an effort to uplift the standard of living in the area. posted 3/12/99

The two faces of Reno - Two strong currents run through Reno: Sin and conservatism. This photo essay explores the dichotomy that is Reno. posted 2/12/99

Prostitution pumps millions into Nevada's economy -The world's oldest profession may have a bad reputation, but any vice that brings in money is OK with Nevada. posted 12/11/98

SHARE talks about sex and consequences - The Washoe County School District's sex-ed program tries to combat the rise of STDs among teenagers. posted 11/12/98

Vacant hotels hold keys to Reno's heritage - Downtown Reno has changed, but its history is stored in boarded-up hotels. posted 10/19/98

Animal Ark readies for hibernation - Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Reno's animal sancuary has it all. posted 10/17/98

Does culture live in Reno - Does the Great Basin know, or care, how much it has to offer? posted 10/3/98

Weavers of tradition-The Great Basin Basketweavers bring local women together to find inner creativity and tranquility. posted 3/10/98

Checkmate! - a loal couple takes chess to the classroom to teach kids how to think. posted 5/10/98

The late shift - When your day is ending, hers just begins. Join Jamie Gentner as she follows the steps of a casino cocktail waitress.posted date 3/10/98

Gambling from anywhere - Online gambling is a booming business, but not in Nevada. Nevada's Senator Bryan is working hard to make gambling over the Net illegal. posted 11/15/97

Ranchers+Poets= Environmental Awareness - University of Nevada-Reno hosts an environmental education conference, bringing together an eclectic group of voices. posted 3/5/98

Slimed! - A terminally-ill Reno boy gets a slimy wish thanks to the local Make A Wish Founcation chapter. posted 3/5/98

Reno employers scramble for workers - Local employment agencies say their offices have been relatively slow because just about everyone who wants to work has a job. As testiment Jess Lugan, a Reno man, says one local employment agency has helped him find a job and lift his spirits. posted 11/15/97

Citizen Legislators shun politician label-What do legislators do when not in session? Mark La Pointe looks at how citizen legislators balance work, family and campaigning. posted date 11/15/97

Three guys find their way "In" in Reno - A guitarist, a radio personality and a new TV guy find their place in Reno's competitive entertainment world.posted date 11/15/97

Reno Basques cope with culture gap - Reno is home to the largest Basque community in Nevada. Sumita Louis takes a look at how the community is trying to bridge the gap between the old and the new generations. posted date 11/15/97

Rural towns support Yucca Mountain plan - Who wants nuclear waste in their backyard? Outpost contributors talk to various Nevada communities about storing nuclear waste in Yucca Mountain and shipping nuclear waste through Reno. And not all Nevadans oppose nuclear waste. posted date 12/16/96

Buckaroos tie hard and fast to tradition - Cowboys come to Nevada to experience ranching the old-fashioned way. posted date 12/11/98

One century's junk is another's treasure - Bottle diggers of Austin, Nev., uncover buried trash to find modern treasures. posted date 11/24/98

Center helps budding businesses bloom - A University of Nevada program offers opinion and guidance to help self-starters take off. posted date 11/11/98

Hotels have rich past, uncertain futures - Nevada's Basque hotels, once guardians of an ancient culture, are the latest victims of changing times. posted date 12/4/98

Posted April 29, 1999
Copyright 1998 Nevada Oupost

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