KUNR’s fall 2025 cohort included three students from the Washoe County School District: Anthony Angelopoulos, Addison Gwin, and Lela Lennon.
Over the semester, students produced interviews and news stories as part of a class led by WCSD teacher Brian La Torre and KUNR reporter Maria Palma.
“Their growth as storytellers shows how much talent and potential exists in our local youth. Watching them experiment with new ideas, learn to shape their own narratives, and gain confidence in their voices has been incredibly rewarding,” explained Palma, who mentored the students throughout the semester.
“Every week, they brought fresh perspectives and a real commitment to understanding their community. Supporting them as they discovered what journalism can mean in their own lives has been one of the most meaningful parts of my semester,” Palma continued.
Explore stories produced by the students for Youth Media below, airing on KUNR FM in Jan. 2026.
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Since 2011, Ceol Irish Pub in midtown Reno has been a gathering place for musicians and community members looking to share culture, music, and connection through traditional Irish sessions. -
The local family-run restaurant, Pinocchio’s, is known for more than just their food, but also for the many ways they give back to the community. -
While choir programs are valued in the Washoe County School District (WCSD), especially at Damonte Ranch High School, they are suffering from a lack of funding. But, this problem is nothing new.
