Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizers have opened applications for Kids Day Mutton Busting, an event where children (aged five to seven) ride a sheep across an arena to see who lasts the longest. The contest will test riding skills and is set to offer a playful challenge for local families. 2NEWS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Boomer's Sportsbook held its grand opening at Bonanza Casino on Monday, following delays from winter storms — renovations are still underway. It now offers in-person and mobile betting and plans to expand its statewide network. 2NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Reno offers a full week of events from concerts and art shows to sports games and outdoor expos. The Wolf Pack will face Air Force on March 7 at Lawlor while North Lake Tahoe’s Snowfest will wrap up this week & a total lunar eclipse was visible early Tuesday. Reno Gazette Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Employees at the Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows (partnered with Desert Research Institute) are learning drone flying and coding skills today to prepare them for sharing STEM lessons. The training will help staff pass on new career skills as the drone industry expands in the Mountain West. KUNR
- ➤ A national report by the Lumina Foundation shows just 44.7% of Nevada adults hold a credential beyond high school and only 36% of workers earn at or above the national median — state education officials are boosting CTE programs to help more adults finish credentials and improve job prospects. KRNV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Skywatchers in Reno can see a total lunar eclipse today as the moon glows red during totality from 3:04 a.m. to 4:02 a.m. Residents are advised to find an open area free from city lights for the best view & safety. KRNV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reno officials are tackling a housing shortage as nearly 15,500 new units and more than 10,000 rehabilitations are needed to serve lower-income residents. The city has outlined subsidized and affordable housing options and urged residents to join waitlists and access assistance at the Housing Authority. Reno Gazette Journal
- ➤ Property owners are reminded that the final property tax payment for this tax year is due today + check your local tax office for any specific instructions. 2NEWS
- ➤ NDOT is set to resurface and improve Pyramid Way in Sparks with new sidewalks and pedestrian-activated flashing beacons; drivers face overnight lane reductions from 7 p.m.-5 a.m. through Spring 2027 as work begins in March. 2NEWS
- ➤ RTC Washoe broke ground on the 4th Street Safety Project yesterday in west Reno. The project will narrow the road between McCarran Blvd and Keystone Ave — a measure aimed at slowing traffic and adding roundabouts plus a new multi-use path until November. 2NEWS
- ➤ The Truckee Meadows Water Authority spends $30-40 million each year on repairs, including $7-8 million on water mains that average 60 years of age. Homeowners are responsible for lines after the meter and may face repair bills of $5,000 to $10,000, so they should check their insurance or consider optional coverage. KRNV
- ➤ Crews are installing sidewalks, trees, and landscaping along the Arlington Bridges project in Washoe County — work includes a mid-March concrete pour for the south bridge and adding 32 new trees as the project is set to complete in summer. 2NEWS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno are running the Healthy Nevada Project to screen adults for inherited conditions like Familial Hypercholesterolemia+Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome+Lynch Syndrome. The free testing, which has reached 65,000 participants, will continue until 100,000 sign-ups are reached. 2NEWS
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City officials are converting the former Hi-Way 40 Motel at 1750 E. Fourth St. into 28 affordable apartments for low-income residents; construction is set to finish by the end of March and leasing will begin in April. Reno Gazette Journal
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The Tempest
7:30 PM — Brüka Theatre — Ticket prices may vary — Experience Shakespeare’s classic tale of magic, betrayal, and redemption.
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Poetry Out Loud 2026 – Nevada State Finals
1-3 p.m. — Joe Crowley Student Union — Free entry — Witness high school students showcase their poetry recitations as they compete for a chance to represent Nevada at the national finals.
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Más Vivo Que Nunca Tour 2026
7-10 p.m. — Grand Theater — Experience the heartfelt tribute to Juan Gabriel with a live Mariachi ensemble.
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Nevada Premier Sportsman Expo
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Reno-Sparks Convention Center — Admission details TBA — Explore the latest in outdoor gear and activities at this premiere expo in Reno.
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Little Shop of Horrors Musical
Tickets for Galena High School's spring musical, Little Shop of Horrors, are on sale now for performances from 3/12 - 3/14. Don't miss this hilariously creepy show about an alien plant's quest for world domination!
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SHADED Concert
10 PM – 1 AM — Dead Ringer Analog Bar — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant sounds of SHADED in an intimate setting.
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Nevada State Jiu Jitsu Spring Games
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Virginia Street Gym — Early registration $74 — Compete in this exciting Jiu Jitsu event in Reno.
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Leprechaun Race
9:30 AM – 1:00 PM — City Plaza — Registration required — A family-friendly 5K run and walk through Reno's vibrant Midtown and Wells Avenue districts.
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Sierra Highland Pipers Live Performance
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Reno Public Market — Free entry — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the lively sounds of the Sierra Highlanders Pipe Band.
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Annual Senior Art Show 2026
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate the creativity of senior artists from Reno at this vibrant community exhibition.
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