Sparks (Nevada)

Iraq 2003-2006

Finding the Sweet Spot in Sparks

I got (soft) served.​Forget ribs. I was on a serious hunt for all things sugar the day I arrived in Sparks, NV for the Best in the West rib cook-off last week (we've got this awesome slideshow to prove it). Besides the dozens of rib shacks, there were sno-cones, chocolate-dipped this-and-thats ... More >>

Best in the West Rib Cook-Off 2010: It Was the Meat of the Moment

Is that Kim Kardashian?​Please indulge me for a second. I just returned from judging the Best in the West rib cook-off hosted by The Nugget casino in Sparks, NV. I realize taking a trip to this wonderland of bad hair and even worse judgement may not seem like a prize for everyone, but I absolu ... More >>

Ribs With Night Ranger

Is that Kim Kardashian?​Please indulge me for a second. I just returned from judging the Best in the West rib cook-off hosted by The Nugget casino in Sparks, NV. I realize taking a trip to this wonderland of bad hair and even worse judgement may not seem like a prize for everyone, but I absolu ... More >>

Facing Our Losses - Iraq 2005

Washington's toll in Iraq in 2005.

Messin' with Texas

A glimpse at the Lone Star songwriters behind Lyle Lovett's new record.