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Kristen Hackbarth

Kristen Hackbarth

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Editor, This is Reno

Reno

Biography

Kristen Hackbarth is a freelance editor and communications professional with more than 20 years of experience working in marketing, public relations and communications in northern Nevada. Kristen graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a degree in photography and minor in journalism and has a Master of Science in Management and Leadership. She also serves as director of communications for Nevada Cancer Coalition, a statewide nonprofit. Though she now lives in Atlanta, she is a Nevadan for life and uses her three-hour time advantage to get a jump on the morning’s news.

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elections higher education and business. housing and homelessness Nevada with a focus on local and state governmentNews and events in and around Reno

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health care, women's issues

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Content

Total articles 395

  • ‘All belts need to be tightened’: County budget projected to have $8 million deficit next year

    By Kristen Hackbarth Verified, has a Master

    Apr. 16, 2025

  • Dozens protest tariffs outside federal building in downtown Reno

    By Kristen Hackbarth Verified

    Apr. 08, 2025

  • Legislative bill aims to protect access to books in libraries

    By Kristen Hackbarth Verified

    Apr. 08, 2025

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Company Info

This is Reno

This Is Reno is a digital news platform founded in 2009, focused on delivering independent journalism for the Reno, Nevada community. As a locally owned and operated organization, it emphasizes hyperlocal coverage of cultural, historical, and civic developments. The platform is driven by volunteers and aims to inform and connect the community through its reporting. The services offered include in-depth news reporting on local government, education, and cultural events, as well as community engagement features that highlight student perspectives and significant local happenings. This Is Reno also documents regional history through articles and maintains a searchable archive of historical and cultural content. Its primary audience consists of local residents, community organizations, and civic stakeholders, all seeking relevant news and updates about Reno.

Reno, , United States

+1 775-391-5252

Founded: 2009