Ted Moore, host of “Paranormal NV,” returns for a bonus episode to talk about his favorite haunts in Washoe County. This special Halloween episode is the season finale of the first season of Washoe Life.  

Teresa Aquila has served Washoe County as a sworn deputy for 45 years and continues to work for the Sheriff’s Office. She’s a mechanic, author, radio host, lifelong volunteer for numerous community programs and she is chair of her neighborhood Citizen Advisory Board. Prepare to be inspired to step up and serve as Theresa shares what motivates her to give back to her community.  

University of Nevada Reno President Brian Sandoval has dedicated his career to public service as a legislator, attorney general, federal judge, governor, and now university president. Once a student at UNR, he now has big plans for his alma mater, including a prestigious ranking in the Association of American Universities.  

The Great Reno Balloon Race takes to the skies above Rancho San Rafael Regional Park this weekend, but did you know that it takes hundreds of volunteers and even the federal government to pull this event off? Executive Director Pete Copeland and Flight Director Katie Griggs share what goes into planning an event that welcomes 120,000 people every year, and why they keep coming back.  

Washoe County has a very special relationship with Burning Man, as Matthew “Chef” Kwatinetz explains in this episode of “Washoe Life.” Chef is on the Board of Directors for Burning Man Project and Senior Director of Nevada Operations, and he is an advocate for ensuring that the community of Gerlach benefits from the annual city built on the neighboring playa.  

Jessica Locke is a local mom of four whose life took a turn when she was faced with a threat and decided to learn self-defense. She now competes in and teaches martial arts, and shares her story about learning new things, testing one’s limits, and making the whole experience a family affair. Oh, and on top of that, she is an author who just released an e-book on dispelling myths about homeschooling.

Guy Clifton is about as Nevadan as it gets. He literally wrote the book “You Know You’re a Nevadan If...” and the longtime newsman shares stories from his life growing up in Gabbs, Nevada, and covering decades of news at the Reno Gazette-Journal.

The Dragon Lights festival lights up the night sky at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park through Aug. 12. Wander through the exhibits of larger-than-life lantern sculptures and interactive displays. Washoe County Parks Superintendent Colleen Wallace-Barnum and Huiyuan Liu with Tianyu Arts & Culture Inc. Talk about the festival, the beautiful park venue, and how to enjoy this immersive cultural experience.  

Artown, the 31-day celebration of all things arts and culture, sweeps into town on July 1, and we are joined by the talented vocalist Khalilah Cage. Cage is featured in the song “Heartbeat to Heartbeat, Eye to Eye (From Reno With Love)” and shares her experience recording that song with other local musical powerhouses. Sit back and enjoy the musical peek into this year’s Artown celebration.  

He’s known around the world for his athleticism and mad skills on the half-pipe, and he has the medals to prove it, but David Wise isn’t resting anytime soon. Learn what keeps him grounded, what inspires him, and what’s next for this Reno Olympian.