Nevada Outlook

How much do you know about poetry? Want to learn more? Reno's new Poet Laureate Elisa Garcia will show you how. Listen as she talks about her background, what she's doing to expand the poetic culture in the Biggest Little City, and even a sample of some of her work.

The Nevada Women's Fund has a jam-packed lineup of events for Women's History Month, hoping to grow leadership across the region. Listen as President/CEO Ila Friedenthal and board member Valerie Hahn break down the significance of Women's History Month and what they have planned. 

The annual Mardi Gras Celebration and Silent Auction returns to the National Automobile Museum February 21st, and it will be something you won't want to miss. Hear from Reno Blues Society Corrin Keck about the festivities and musical lineup.

The annual Fire Adapted Nevada Summit is once again coming to UNR. Jenni Burr with the Living with Fire Program joins the show to preview this year's summit and why it's important for everyone - young and old - to attend.

It's fundraising season and Junior Achievement of Northern Nevada is gearing up for three headlining events throughout 2026. Find out more about the organization and the events themselves with President Len Stevens.

The City of Reno unveiled its new artist for 2026. Joanna Drakos, a resident since the early 2000s, stops by to talk about her plans for the role and how you can help support the art community.

The need for blood donations continues to climb as we enter a new year. Jackie Grams with Vitalant stops by to discuss the need for blood, plasma and platelet donations in Northern Nevada, as well as how to easily schedule your next appointment.

In the final episode of 2025, Chris Connelly joins the show to talk about how the use of blood and organ donations saved his life while battling end-stage liver failure. Sign up to donate at Vitalant.org.

Have you ever wondered what the process is of bringing a juicy steak or chicken breast from a local farm to your table? Nevada Department of Agriculture Project Manager Shayda Sanjideh joins the show to talk about the state's acceptance into a new meat and poultry processing program and what the means for increasing safety standards for local processors.

Nevadans continue to see healthcare costs skyrocket and things aren't looking any better in the near future. Beth Keyser, Senior Vice President with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, joins the show to talk about how residents can ease the stress of the increasing costs, as well as trends among healthcare in the Silver State.

Want to avoid a catastrophe this Christmas? Reno Fire Marshal John Beck tells you all you need to know when it comes to preventing house fires this holiday season.

The 2024-25 fundraising season wrapped up for the Wolf Pack Miracle Network and it raised more than $18,000 for Renown Children's Hospital. Hear about the fundraising efforts and some new things coming in 2026 from President Reagan Curtis and Vice President of Communications Meha Banga.

Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno are experimenting with virtual boundaries on Nevada rangelands. The effort is viewed as an opportunity for keeping cattle away from invasive species, monitoring grazing habits and keeping out unwanted wild animals. Dr. Paul Meiman and Tracy Shane with the UNR Extension are leading the charge, and they share their findings so far in the trial run. 

You can now learn more about vegetation at Valley Wood Park in west Reno, thanks to six new signs that were purchased and installed through community support. Hear more from Reno City Council members Naomi Duerr and Devon Reese, as well as project lead Ray Hopper.

The Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows recently kicked off a new initiative called "Up Next Nevada," which aims to help young adults aged 18 to 24 get into college or the workforce. CEO Mike Wurm joins the show to talk about the collaboration with DETR and Nevada Works.

How can you keep first responders safe when they're at a crash site? Hear from NDOT's Adam Northrup and NHP Colonel Mike Edgel as they share some statistics regarding crash scenes and how you can do your part.

November is National Caregivers Month and officials with AARP are fighting for more perks for those taking care of loved ones. Hear AARP Nevada Director Tod Story talk about what Nevadans currently experience and their efforts to make their lives easier.

Hear from Judge Shelley O'Neill and CAMO-RNO graduate Matthew Cox as they talk about the program and how convicted military members get back on the right path.

Reno Fire Marshal John Beck talks about the importance of checking your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, as well as fire activity in the winter months.

Hear from Mayor Hillary Schieve and RPD Chief Katheryn Nance as they discuss getting fentanyl and other narcotics off Reno's streets, as well as an update on a fatal hit-and-run at a sideshow last week.

Panther Valley resident Danie Wilkins got some much-needed help thanks to Rebuilding Together Northern Nevada and Lowe's in Sparks. Hear how they turned her yard and home around, as well as the mission of RBTNN.

Victims of sex trafficking now have a safe haven in Washoe County. Hear from Jenny Williamson, Founder and CEO of Courage Worldwide, as she talks about how these victims will get the help they need.

How does the Reno Police Department move forward after a retired deputy chief was arrested in a child sex sting? Chief Kathryn Nance talks about how an investigation like this is done and how she plans to keep transparency paramount when interacting with the public. 

A friendly competition aimed at raising money for the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign. Hear from Reno police officer Hunter Mercurio and Washoe County Deputy Lars Christiansen as they talk about where to donate, what the competition does to drive donations, and more.

The St. Mary's Art Reception honors local artists and the great Mark Twain in the 2025 circuit. Arika Perry joins the show to talk about what visitors can expect at this year's show as well as other events happening at St. Mary's.