Renner Named Grand Marshal for 30th Anniversary Vegas to RenoActor and Reno resident Jeremy Renner will serve as grand marshal and compete in the 30th anniversary of the Casey Folks Vegas to Reno race. Unlimited Off-Road Racing CEO Matt Martelli praised the choice. “We couldn’t imagine a better grand marshal for the 30th anniversary of Vegas to Reno,” he said in a statement. Best in the Desert, founded in 1984 by legendary racer Casey Folks, is the longest-running off-road racing series in the United States. Spectator information, race schedules, and further details are available on the Unlimited Off-Road Racing website.