Work. Live. Play. Blog
Welcome to the Work. Live. Play. Blog. Here, locals offer insights about our friendly community and why they love living in Reno, Nevada.
The 7 Best Restaurants in Reno for Farm-to-Table Cuisine
The farm-to-table movement has reshaped Reno’s dining landscape in exciting ways. Spearheaded by 4th Street Bistro, a tasty collection of downtown Reno restaurants have emerged. They emphasize food production ethics and have contributed to the four pillars of the farm-to-table movement. These pillars include enhancing food security, proximity, self-reliance, and sustainability. In the process, they’ve also crafted [...]
From Reno Startups to Engineering Jobs in Nevada: Britton Griffith Celebrates Life in Reno
Britton Griffith A fifth-generation Nevadan, Britton Griffith knows firsthand how much Reno has evolved in recent years. Strong economic growth has led to a welcome transformation of the built landscape. As Vice President of Operations at Reno Engineering, she remains dedicated to developing the “Biggest Little City in the World.” Her vision? A diverse, sophisticated [...]
“The Biggest Little Artown in the World”: Things to Do in Reno This Summer
Looking for unique things to do in Reno? Although many people think of casinos or cowboys when they hear “Reno,” the area enjoys a vibrant arts scene. From ballet to theater, diverse musical groups to mural painting, the city devotes an entire month to celebrating creativity, Artown. In its 24th season, this summer arts festival brings together [...]
A Refreshing Scene: 5 Hotspots of the Booming Reno Craft Beer Industry
In recent years, the Reno-Sparks area has enjoyed healthy growth, a thriving economy, and a booming tech sector. Companies such as Apple, Switch, Google, and Tesla continue to make major investments in the area. This has attracted a wide assortment of smaller tech companies, too. The result? A happening local scene enriched by a fresh influx of [...]
The Village on Sage Street: A New Take on Low-Income Housing in Reno, NV
Western Nevada’s impressive, recent economic expansion has come with its share of growing pains. Especially when it comes to the housing sector. The dynamics of supply and demand have led to increased rental rates, and have made home ownership a stretch for many. And, while rents and home prices are still lower than many major metros, local [...]
Reno City Manager Discusses Economic Growth and the Best Place to Raise Kids
As Reno’s City Manager, Sabra Newby has a unique perspective when it comes to discussing how the “Biggest Little City in the World” has evolved in recent years. From expansive economic growth to bountiful entrepreneurial opportunities, career-related reasons to move to Reno abound. But Sabra’s also a mom of two boys, aged seven and nine, which means [...]