tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63566298389818925472012-01-23T21:46:34.920-08:00The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.comBlogger571100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-17555386576428184952011-08-11T09:58:00.000-07:002011-08-11T22:05:30.508-07:00

As Craigslist and the internet slowly kill the printed classified ad, I sometimes think the only thing keeping The Big Nickel afloat is the plethora of weekend auctions and the auction houses that host them. Take away those guys and Twin City Surplus's full-page spot and the Sparks Tribune freebie becomes even more exceedingly slim. And while Lightning Auctions and Anchor Auctions have been

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-46539895866007703662011-08-09T12:05:00.000-07:002011-08-09T12:05:01.664-07:00

It pains me to say this, as I am always championing WinCo as the best grocery store in town (price-wise), but their produce section is middling at best. Of course, considering shopping at WinCo is like possessing an invisible 30-40% off everything discount card, that is to be expected. You can't have Whole Food's veggies at, well, WinCo prices. But I have to draw the line at their strawberries.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-86559493166108719292011-08-08T19:45:00.000-07:002011-08-08T19:45:37.992-07:00

Although there is currently a squawk over how many candidates to invite to a certain Channel 4 debate, the fact remains that the once threatened "Ballot Royale" has shrunk to a more manageable four candidates. Plus, don't forget, we get to do this all again next year. That said, here's who is running in Nevada's Congressional District-2 special election slated for September 13, 2011. If you are

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-17225801884618765492011-08-07T15:22:00.000-07:002011-08-07T15:22:12.258-07:00

I've never really understood Nevada's car smog laws. For one thing it only applies to the metro counties, which is where the cars are I guess, and has to be done on a yearly basis (as opposed to, say, California's every-other-year requirement). The problem, though, is if you look at the allowed emissions on a Nevada test you will see they are far greater than what is allowed in California. So

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-63574045621678258952011-08-05T13:44:00.000-07:002011-08-05T13:44:52.739-07:00

For people craving fried Oreos, a spin on the Scream Machine or the chance to watch oversized trucks crunch undersized beaters, August was their Woodstock. And while the Nevada State Fair has been in serious decline for years, it still provided the basics. But that ended this year with an unprecedented cancellation (once again falling to the bottom of the barrel in a U.S. state list). However,

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-3366698740619092362011-08-03T21:22:00.000-07:002011-08-06T15:12:27.822-07:00

That's the guess from Fiserv Case Shiller, with Eeno sporting a 9.3% annual growth and Carson a robust 11.9%. Of course that doesn't seem to gibe with the report that Reno will be the last metro center to recover (in 2021!). The best and worst house markets in the country – which list did Reno make? | RRB Home

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-30621504392791811182011-05-01T18:37:00.000-07:002011-05-01T18:37:40.461-07:00

Reno hosts the 2011 American International Choral Festival this week, May 4-8.  See some of the world's best choirs compete in a series of concerts and competitions. Tickets for the opening concert, Wednesday May 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Center, are free and still available (Saturday's Grand Prix concert has sold out).  For tickets just stop by the Pioneer Center Box Office (100 S. Virginia

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-38437347995261937452011-03-08T17:59:00.000-08:002011-03-08T17:59:01.074-08:00

Not only did The Vitamin Connection misuse "loose" twice, but it apparently slipped by the ad department and editors of the Reno magazine it appeared in (Healthy Beginnings).  Granted the products in question are scientific hooey, but wouldn't you still question the credentials of a firm that can't tell the difference between "loose" and "lose?" Embarrassing for all concerned.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-7821008894646737802010-11-16T18:51:00.000-08:002010-11-16T18:51:24.104-08:00

 Considering the inevitable creep of inflation one had to figure the end of Dollar Tree's "everything only a dollar" price strategy would come to an end.  I mean, one can only apply the Grocery Shrink Ray so many times before the product disappears. But it appears Dollar Tree has solved the problem.  They just charge $2.50 for random items in the store. Who knew their registers were even

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-21501579438126826962009-09-08T12:59:00.000-07:002009-09-08T12:59:31.682-07:00

While it still may be early in the political season, some mistakes can say a lot about your whole campaign. For Example #1, see what happened to Nevada State Senate candidate Ben Kieckhefer.  That's gotta hurt.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-20441181483930160932009-08-29T16:36:00.000-07:002009-08-29T16:36:52.755-07:00

Just back from the 2009 Nevada State Fair and while it continues its downward drift in size, the carnival was pretty nice.  Paul Maurer Shows has that concession and did a good job. I always thought one way to judge the quality of a carnival was how many burnt light bulbs were on the rides.  If there are a lot, it makes you wonder what else they skimp on or overlook -- like safety.  But glad to

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-80103011789419789072009-08-23T22:53:00.000-07:002010-11-27T13:37:04.081-08:00

The internet is a great thing for finding those little bits of info that automobile owner manuals tend to leave out.  Case in point, changing the rear wiper blade on a 2004 Nissan Xterra.  You'll notice it isn't connected the same way as the front windshield wipers are.  But a quick perusal of the Xterra manual's (.pdf ) page 8-27 shows a very detailed description (unlike the great mystery of

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-20277789555821046532009-08-22T22:33:00.000-07:002009-08-22T22:33:15.085-07:00

Why should something so simple be made so difficult?  After having my oil changed, the shop mentioned one of the three bulbs in my 2004 Nissan Xterra's third brake light (or, officially, the high-mounted stop light) wasn't working.  Naturally I figured I could at least do that myself.  After all, the designers at Nissan had included a handy pop-out door for easy access.  Unfortunately the same

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-63607044289576134852009-03-27T20:21:00.000-07:002009-03-27T20:21:19.508-07:00

The Kerak Shrine Circus hits Reno this weekend, March 27-29, at the Livestock Event Center.  It's the local Shriners big fundraiser for the year and if you know even a little about what this organization does (think Shriners Hospitals for Children) go out there and support a great group.  Tickets range from $12 to $18, with performances at 7 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday; and 1 and

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-19116557836277881042009-03-14T17:41:00.000-07:002009-03-14T17:41:57.152-07:00

Well, in size anyway. Stopped by the Nugget last week for the first time in quite awhile and was a little surprised at the price of the Reno tradition (the perennial "Best Burger in Reno" winner).  It seemed like it was $3.50 not too long ago.  In fact there is a press clipping on the wall with a quote from the owner saying it would stay $3.50 until he dies.  Of course that was 2003.  Apparently

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-60624645767890853292008-11-14T17:39:00.000-08:002008-11-14T17:39:00.572-08:00

Considered the "God of Song" in Hong Kong, Sam Hui brings his style of Cantopop to the Reno Events Center Thanksgiving evening. A star of numerous comedy blockbusters in the 70s, Hui also specialized in light-hearted pop that blended traditional Cantonese music with western-style music. Tickets for the November 27 show range from $78 to $168.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-3086793952034123502008-11-14T05:08:00.000-08:002008-11-14T05:08:00.722-08:00

You don't need the 2008 RNR reader poll to tell you Toucan Charlie's Buffet and Grille is the hands-down best buffet in Reno (though they did it again this year).  This Atlantis Casino Resort buffet in south Reno is like a trip around the world.  From it's Mexican, Asian, American and carving stations, to its made-on-the-spot Caesar salads, to its Mongolian BBQ, to piles of shrimp in the salad

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-10516116308909672492008-11-13T16:59:00.000-08:002008-11-13T17:33:09.458-08:00

Reno News & Review readers named the Peppermill Hotel casino the best in northern Nevada in their 2008 poll. And it wasn't just the casino that grabbed top honors this year.  The Peppermill was also named best hotel, edging the Grand Sierra Resort and Silver Legacy Resort Casino.  They also had the best "color scheme" and carpet (yes, those were actually categories) as well as being named, along

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-65708996653419223462008-11-13T16:36:00.000-08:002008-11-13T16:55:58.426-08:00

Has there ever been a "Best of Reno" survey that didn't name the Downtown Nugget's Awful Awful the best damn burger in town?  I don't think so and with good reason.  The perennial favorite won again in the Reno News and Review's 2008 Best of Northern Nevada guide. For pure size, taste and value there is no comparison.  It's a monster plopped onto a massive pile of fries.  French fries that were

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-72595994225441517972008-08-27T20:43:00.000-07:002008-08-27T20:47:36.478-07:00

If you don't mind giving MoveOn.org your address and email they will send you a free Barack Obama and Joe Biden sticker.  They'll probably also send you emails and such, but free is free.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-67376122959367608612008-07-27T17:22:00.000-07:002008-07-27T17:24:50.870-07:00

If you are one of those folks with a soon-to-expire $40 TV Converter Box Coupon and who have been nervously waiting for your local Wal-Mart to actually stock those $49.87 Magnavox or RCA devices, we suggest you head over to Circuit City or Radio Shack.While Wal-Mart allegedly has them on order, but can never tell you when or how many, Reno's Circuit City not only has them, but have stacks of them

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-38415261668567501632008-07-27T16:05:00.000-07:002008-07-27T16:26:19.097-07:00

The Reno News & Review had a blurb about how Nevadans can finally recycle those compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs). Waste Management launched ThinkGreenFromHome.com where you can receive a prepaid-postage box for mailing those bulbs in for proper recycling.Unfortunately, the RNR left out the part where the "pre-paid postage" is footed by the consumer and not Waste Management. For a box that will

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-73534840546000684482008-06-03T21:39:00.000-07:002008-06-03T21:39:00.747-07:00

There is something inherently cool about a radio station that will play a Ratt song, followed by Sinead O'Connor, then Duran Duran followed by Iggy Pop. You could honestly say you never know what is going to play next on Reno's 97.3 Bob FM. That is until you are laid up and listen to them for a couple hours.Since they claim to have a 4,000 song library, why the hell do we hear Beck's "Loser,"

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-51178552887466558532008-06-01T21:23:00.000-07:002008-06-01T21:34:28.784-07:00

Can't think of anything to do this summer in Reno? Then check out the Reno News & Review's list of 100 things to do in the Biggest Little City (well, Tahoe and Sparks too).Some of the highlights: Go to the El Rancho Drive-In, eat at Scooper's, listen to a concert at Bartley Ranch, drive "The Loneliest Road in America," skip stones in the Truckeee, make lemonade, take a nap in a hammock, etc.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-45246357691733475612008-05-23T19:39:00.000-07:002008-05-23T19:55:58.897-07:00

One of the bright spots on KOLO Channel 8's news team in Reno has been Kendra Kostelecky. Like others at the station, she has a blog and recently asked for money-saving tips. The biggest one given? Winco for groceries.We might add if her car insurance is with anybody but State Farm or Progressive then there is a pretty good chance she is throwing away a good chunk of money every year. From

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-66845460574281662202008-05-17T21:45:00.000-07:002008-05-17T21:45:00.952-07:00

Want first-hand knowledge of some of Nevada's attractions written by an actual Nevadan?Launched late last year, the Nevada Commission on Tourism's Traveling Nevada blog covers everything from Lake Tahoe golfing vacations, to recent Vegas airfare deals, to even Virginia City's annual Mountain Oyster Fry.Never miss an update by signing up for their RSS feed.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-35856735652209872862008-05-16T18:55:00.000-07:002008-05-16T19:11:35.718-07:00

And it's kind of sad. With La Vecchia, Zozo's, Lulou's, Casale's or, if you're simply craving a chain restaurant, Romano's Macaroni Grill in town one has to do better than the Olive Garden. Dullard Mush has the scoop in "Is Reno Really That Hard Up for Decent Italian Food."

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-37030241832879404602008-04-16T21:00:00.001-07:002008-04-16T21:12:27.259-07:00

Is it a sign of the times that a pair of specialty food, baked bread and ice cream, outlets in Reno are up for sale?Great Harvest Bread Co., on Plumb and Arlington, is currently listed on Ebay for $250,000 (franchise fee not included).Perhaps a better buy is Carvel Ice Cream on Steamboat Parkway in South Reno. Posted on Craigslist for just $30,000, it apparently includes everything, including a

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-80656975581035698362008-04-11T07:10:00.000-07:002008-04-10T19:25:13.554-07:00

February was rough for Nevada sports books, as the New York Giants' upset led to a $6.8 million loss for the month. It's estimated that the Super Bowl itself cost casinos $12 million alone.Fueling the loss was the popularity of the straight money bet, where no point spread is used, that tends to flow to underdogs late.The overall win rate for Nevada casinos was $1.01 billion for February, with

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-45870851384616017462008-04-10T20:25:00.000-07:002008-04-10T20:32:30.499-07:00

Although not all of these cheap living ideas are entirely practical, with prices on virtually everything skyrocketing even utilizing a couple can put money back into your wallet.It can work, though, as the couple in this Mother Earth News article got by on just $4,304 in 2005!

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-67197165154289908972008-04-10T18:44:00.000-07:002008-04-10T18:53:57.725-07:00

In celebration of their 35th anniversary, Northstar at Tahoe is offering $35 ski lift tickets from April 14th to the close of the season. Children (5-12) and seniors (70+) are only $15.Northstar is also running a special Tax Relief Lift Ticket for April 15. When ordered online the cost is just $15.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-57488860576778806462008-03-20T19:13:00.000-07:002008-03-20T19:45:52.131-07:00

Remember when AT&T Yahoo had DSL for $12.95 a month? And not the sub-768 Kbps crud either.Well that's just a distant memory as AT&T stuck it to the consumer once again, raising its Express DSL from $19.95 to a nice even $25 a month last month. When we called to complain, their response was to upgrade to Pro DSL for $30! I asked about a downgrade and was told Basic DSL (which was now at my

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-73026266848802884932008-03-19T18:50:00.000-07:002008-03-19T19:07:48.286-07:00

For those following the Terri Patraw vs. UNR lawsuit, the fired women's soccer coach was recently given the opportunity to make her case on a local blog, MrJerz.org. Patraw's letter, discussing her motives, was posted today.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-67894285779740076332008-02-26T15:38:00.000-08:002008-02-26T18:44:00.109-08:00

Virginia City's oldest saloon, the Millionaire's Club of the Washoe, is holding its 6th Annual Beach Party this Saturday, March 1, starting at 6 p.m.Featuring Cliff's World Famous Beach BBQ (roast pig, oysters, shrimp, etc.), music from Road Daddy and a variety of contests (Ugly Hawaiian Shirt Clash, Hula Hoop Off, Bikini Extravaganza and a Sexy Men's Leg Contest) the party is one of the biggest

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-31194947787097082642008-02-11T21:10:00.000-08:002008-02-11T21:12:35.168-08:00

When it comes to holidays, none have locked in a specific gift menu like Valentine's Day. It's heart shapes, chocolates and the main course -- flowers.While it's true a guy can always pick up some roses at the grocery store along with the card and Whitman Sampler, it's probably best to turn to the more professional florists. At least for one day a year, right?So where do you go? How about the

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-60574092749575836882008-01-26T21:30:00.001-08:002008-01-26T21:42:36.065-08:00

Want to trade the glimmering Reno casino lights for stars?Then head over to NevadaTrailMaps.com for the most comprehensive list of hiking and biking trails in Nevada. With downloadable topographical maps, GPS coordinates, driving directions and more, this site has everything the outdoor adventurer needs to explore Nevada's mountains, valleys and deserts and more.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-39003313109738226862008-01-22T07:41:00.000-08:002008-01-21T19:56:26.244-08:00

One of the bigger renovations in Reno history is almost complete as the Peppermill Hotel Casino's $400 million update continues on schedule.The biggest addition, the 600 room all-suite Luxury Tower (17 stories in all), is now open. The Tuscan-themed rooms feature views of the Sierra Nevada mountains and the Reno skyline as well as "ultra-luxury amenities" like plasma TVs.Also debuting is the new

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-63360662178190643902008-01-21T19:27:00.000-08:002008-01-21T19:38:44.831-08:00

Barack Obama's wife Michelle made the cardinal sin, at least around here, of pronouncing the Silver State as Ne-VAH-Da instead of Ne-VAD-a during a recent rally in Reno. Obama still won in Reno, but lost the state overall to Hillary Clinton.The pronunciation of Nevada can be a little touchy for longtime residents. While most people in the West call it by the preferred method, most East Coast

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-31620014434721116982007-12-28T19:21:00.000-08:002007-12-28T19:27:34.493-08:00

For a film based on the Mustang Ranch's owners, curiously there are only three days of shooting scheduled for Reno.Nevertheless, Love Ranch (to star Helen Mirren and Joe Pesci) will shoot March 18-20 in Reno. Extras, 1955-1976 cars and a few speaking roles are currently being sought by Integrity Casting. Auditions are Mondays and Thursdays, 2-4 p.m., until positions are filled.

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-18541281246305634622007-12-23T18:04:00.001-08:002007-12-23T18:11:05.620-08:00

With snow in the Sierra Nevada mountains it's time to look at Tahoe area ski resorts and their 2007-2008 lift ticket prices.Prices are for one full day at the gate. Listed are tickets for adults, teens (usually 13-19) and kids (mostly 5-12). As always check for specials and coupons.Alpine Meadows -- $58 (adult), $49 (teens), $10 (kids)Bear Valley -- $49, $39, $16Boreal Mountain Playground -- $44,

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-73174721512824180832007-12-09T00:04:00.000-08:002007-12-08T21:04:47.135-08:00

Normally this would be the Cal-Neva, which is probably the best pure gambling spot in downtown Reno. But thanks to some rule changes, the Sienna Hotel Spa Casino heads to the top of the pack for dice.With a whopping 10x odds on craps, the Sienna has the best player bet in Reno. Unless you are counting cards, and the Sienna does have single-deck blackjack for those so inclined, you won't find a

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-67318491460908906562007-12-07T19:48:00.000-08:002007-12-07T20:10:25.468-08:00

It took a few weeks, but the first decent snow storm of the season finally hit and provided a boost for Tahoe ski resorts.Squaw Valley is reporting two feet of fresh powder and will have 10 lifts open this weekend. They are currently running a two-day Ski In Ski Out early season special starting at just over $100.Heavenly Mountain Resort received over a foot of powder and is open. They are also

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-66441266771769285602007-11-19T20:27:00.000-08:002007-11-19T22:07:38.587-08:00

So what will Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Sears and Target offer as doorbusters this Black Friday?In a tradition almost as popular as Thanksgiving itself, retailers pull out all the stops for the official opening of the Christmas shopping season. Named for the day when retailers finally hit the black in their ledgers, the Friday after Thanksgiving is usually the busiest shopping day of the year.Driving

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-79607938877049797062007-11-13T17:37:00.000-08:002008-11-13T16:57:33.180-08:00

They might as well just retire this category as the legendary "Awful Awful" was once again chosen as Reno's best hamburger in the Reno News and Review's annual "Best of ..." issue.Situated in the back of The Little Nugget, downtown on North Virginia St., this classic hamburger is only dwarfed by one thing, the humongous pile of french fries that accompany the $3.99 combo. Besides being the best

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-59368325454766883362007-11-12T17:47:00.000-08:002007-11-13T17:57:30.621-08:00

Actually the Peppermill Hotel Casino was voted virtually best in everything by Reno News and Review readers this year.Besides best casino in Reno, the recently expanded property also took top honors for best poker room, security (for all your winnings!), customer service, place to cash your paycheck, color scheme and, in the oddest category, best carpet. The Peppermill also won best casino bar,

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-76775706159796546922007-10-25T21:47:00.000-07:002007-10-25T22:00:32.698-07:00

Locals once again named the Atlantis Casino Resort's Toucan Charlie's the best buffet in Reno.And while the days of the $5 all-you-can eat line have long since passed, so have the heating trays of instant mashed potatoes and mystery meat in gravy.Nowadays it is hand-carved roasts, specialty desserts and seafood. All of which the Atlantis buffet has in abundance, plus about the only Mongolian

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-20611340918295984442007-10-13T19:26:00.000-07:002007-10-13T19:40:31.969-07:00

The first Conservative Leadership Conference wrapped up its three-day stay in Sparks with a straw poll that gave Ron Paul the victory.Other highlights from the event can be found on the RGJ's Inside Nevada Politics blog. Grover Norquist's speech, Mitt Romney's tangle with medical marijuana supporters and Richard Viguerie saying the Republican party has abandoned conservatives are some of the

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-20021460409157293622007-10-07T21:48:00.000-07:002007-10-07T22:06:54.309-07:00

The 2007 Conservative Leadership Conference, dubbed Rightoberfest, is set to debut at John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks this week, October 11-13.With workshops for political operatives, candidates, bloggers, etc., the conference has over 60 speakers on tap, including GOP presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Duncan Hunter. Also featured during the weekend are three parties, an "Alcohol, Tobacco

The Anon Guynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6356629838981892547.post-64915401836262488752007-09-25T17:16:00.000-07:002007-09-25T17:40:53.398-07:00

Although the Reno Gazette Journal declared "Rain Doesn't Wash Out Street Vibrations" the word from Virginia City was just the opposite. A few bar owners said they did only 10% of the business they did last year, blaming the inclement weather for keeping bikers from going up the hill.But then the RGJ had fun with the event all week with articles on how to be a biker, how to talk like a biker and

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I think one of the dirty little secrets in Reno's tourism trade is the fact that the much heralded Hot August Nights car show isn't the event the actual workers look forward to most. Hands down, it seems, is Street Vibrations and the thousands of motorcycles that rumble into town.Whether it's Virginia City's Washoe Club bar or some of our favorite restaurants in Reno, they all agree

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Mott's Accelerade is joining the crowded sports drink market with a bang. They were offering our readers a coupon for a free sample while they last. Unfortunately the referral spot tends to come and go, so you may have to search for it a little. Basically it is a 2-for-1 special.Accelerade is trying to distinguish themselves from the rest on two fronts -- protein and high fructose corn syrup.

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In honor of his wedding anniversary, yes it's been two years, Dennis Kucinich taps one of his best assets, Elizabeth, to raise a little cash in this campaign email.He may not win the nomination, but Kucinich has obviously hit the jackpot in other areas of his life.

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The guy who exposed Mark Foley, has set his sites on Fred Thompson.Lane Hudson filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission over Thompson's approach to his presidential "campaign.""It is my contention that he has violated the 'testing the waters' exemption of election law. He has been presenting himself as a candidate for President, he has been raising large sums of money beyond what

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With the annual influx of '57 Chevies, poodle skirts and wealthy doctors reliving their youth for a week in Reno, I was wondering if any last-minute hotel rooms were available for Hot August Nights. Surprisingly, at this late hour, noon on Sunday the 5th, there were a few left if you were willing to pay.A quick check on Travelworm showed rooms available even on Friday and Saturday nights. They

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Yes, she has breasts people. Ok, so they're not the bodacious set of ta-tas photoshopped here by some obvious right wing pervert, but she does have a pair. Women do. Even the powerful.So why is this news? Why are people Googling "clinton cleavage" instead of "hillary's iraq vote" or "clinton schools obama on iran"? So we see a teeny bit of female flesh and suddenly we revert into drooling

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Only Elizabeth Edwards and a rep from the Hillary Clinton campaign showed up at the nation's biggest blogging conference for women, despite invites to all candidates.What made the attendance even more galling for some was that it was being held on Barack Obama's turf, Chicago. Edwards, though, made a splash.

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Bill Richardson's response to a gun control question has the RGJ talking about weapons in the West and the ABQJ calling him a flipflopper.So what if said he didn't support background checks at gun shows when running for New Mexico governor in 2006, but now says he does.Things change. People change. Politicians always change.

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