Week of June 1, 2022
From the editor’s desk
As the Truckee Meadows runs out of buildable land, local governments and developers support plans to convert large tracts of federal public land into private parcels. This week, we take a look at the debate surrounding land, water, growth and the choices being made now that will set the course of local development for generations.
Reno-Sparks’ “infill” development also comes at a price. Former RN&R editor Brad Bynum’s first The City of Trembling Peeves column is about the “progress” that erased some memorable music venues to make way for townhomes.
Alicia Barber’s guest opinion piece discusses the ways in which local governments have cut down on the review processes for new developments—and how that’s a bad thing for the public good.
Stargazer Robert Victor gives readers a guide to June’s celestial choreography, as all the planets come out early to celebrate in advance of this summer’s “super moon.”
Bob Grimm, meanwhile, was impressed by “Top Gun: Maverick,” a high-flying flick that delivers high-octane thrills and, unlike the original Tom Cruise vehicle from 1986, also has some emotional depth. Bob gives high marks to the fourth season of “Stanger Things,” the Netflix series that continues to deliver a reliable mix of comedy and horror, but he reports that the first two episodes of “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” the latest offering in the Star Wars universe, is a galactic fail.
Back on terra firma, new hiking/outdoors columnist Maggie Nichols tracks down National Trails Day celebrations scheduled from the Sierra Nevada to the Black Rock Desert this coming weekend.
In our latest mailbag, readers sound off about gun-happy GOP candidates who proudly wave their pieces in TV ads airing in the wake of the Texas school massacre, Reno’s predatory rents, the threat to Roe v. Wade, e-scooters and Tucker Carlson’s baked huevos.
And in this week’s Streetalk, photo editor Dave Robert spoke to folks who pined for the RN&R’s print edition during the pandemic. They welcomed our return to the ink-and-dead-tree business.
I’ll see you in the funny papers,
—Frank X. Mullen, Editor
From the RN&R
Growing pains, future shock: Today’s choices about the pace of development will resonate for generations
By Frank X. Mullen
May 27, 2022
Some folks predict a prosperous future for the Truckee Meadows, where residents have high-paying jobs, and our quality of life is maintained. Others warn that choices made for short-term economic gains will create a sprawling city and county where only the wealthy can afford to live.
Reno Van Winkle: When a city becomes a money machine, things are lost
By Brad Bynum
May 26, 2022
Former RN&R editor Brad Bynum returns to our pages with his new column, The City of Trembling Peeves.
Guest opinion: Thorough development review safeguards the public good
By Alicia Barber
June 1, 2022
To support responsible levels of review isn’t to oppose development; it’s a critical step to ensure that what gets built in Reno truly benefits those who live here.
Nostalgia blinds: The first two episodes of ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ are flawed, sloppy messes
By Bob Grimm
May 30, 2022
The first two episodes of Obi-Wan Kenobi are painful to watch—and that’s coming from a diehard fan who is doing his darnedest to enjoy himself.
Streetalk: So … did you miss us?
By David Robert
May 26, 2022
We asked people in the Midtown District about our return to print.
Top ‘Top Gun’: The much-delayed ‘Maverick’ offers masterful action—with surprising depth
By Bob Grimm
May 30, 2022
Top Gun: Maverick is an all-around good time at the movie theater.
Better than ever: Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’ reaches new heights in its fourth season
By Bob Grimm
May 30, 2022
If these seven episodes of Season Four are any indication, the show is heading toward a solid and memorable finale.
May letters
May 28, 2022
Sounding off on predatory rents, GOP gun-happy TV ads, scooter vandals and Tucker’s huevos.
To trails! How to celebrate National Trails Day
By Maggie Nichols
May 30, 2022
For the backcountry enthusiast and the outdoor appreciator, National Trails Day, the first Saturday in June, is a real reason to celebrate.
June astronomy: As summer begins, the morning offers a rare view of all the bright planets—in proper order
By Robert Victor
May 31, 2022
Cooler mornings and a rare lineup of four to all five bright planets in “correct” order across the sky before dawn are rich rewards for June early risers.
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