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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An off-duty operator with the Reno Fire Department, Shawn C. Price, was arrested on DUI and lane maintenance charges after crashing into a brick wall on March 17 in northwest Reno—he was briefly hospitalized and booked into Washoe County jail before his release. KRNV
- ➤ Reno fire department recovered a body today near the water’s edge of Truckee River on Riverside Drive—firefighters reached the scene via a nearby walking path as Reno Police began investigating with the Washoe County Medical Examiner set to determine the cause of death. KRNV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Waste Management announced that it will raise Reno trash collection rates by 6% starting April 1 — residential customers using 96 gallon containers will pay $1.37 more per month and $4.11 more per quarter — citing rising gas prices, employee pay and environmental fees. KRNV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers are proposing Assembly Bill 398 to address teacher shortages and hard-to-fill positions by offering extra pay to teachers in needed classrooms — an effort to ensure every class has qualified educators. Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro said the bill, which will raise school standards, will be heard next Friday afternoon — setting the stage for further discussions on classroom improvements. 2NEWS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reno and the Reno Fire Department will host an emergency preparedness open house on April 5 at Damonte Ranch High School in Ward 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will show residents how to plan evacuations, build a go-bag, create defensible space, and prepare for power outages — with a kids area for fire awareness activities. KRNV
- ➤ A veterans town hall will be held Thursday at the Reno Town Mall to offer local veterans a forum for discussion. 2NEWS
- ➤ Waste Management will increase rates for Reno residents starting April 1 by 4.4% so that homes with a 96 gallon trash cart and a 96 gallon recycle cart will pay $25.20 instead of $24.13 a month. The city voted last year to end its contract with Waste Management—an agreement that will last until November 7, 2029. Reno Gazette Journal
- ➤ Gov. Lombardo and Rep. Amodei toured a workforce housing project in Winnemucca Tuesday that will house workers at the Thacker Pass Lithium Mine — which started construction after Lithium Americas and General Motors finalized an agreement late last year — marking a key step in the mine’s development. KRNV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Reno residents may face seasonal allergies as March 20th arrives, with trees—especially juniper, elm, and cottonwood—triggering symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, and congestion. Dr. Jeffery Nugent recommends staying hydrated and using over-the-counter treatments so locals can better manage their allergies and enjoy outdoor activities. 2NEWS
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wild River Grille will host 'Dinner with Your Dog' events every Monday in April at 17 S. Virginia Street and will donate a percentage of its proceeds to the Shakespeare Animal Fund—an organization that has helped pay vet bills for local elderly, disabled, low-income individuals and returning veterans since 2004. 2NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
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Thursday Night DJ Trivia at Reno Public Market
Enjoy a team-based trivia night at Reno Public Market, featuring drinks from Honey Bar and 16 food vendors, with prizes for the top four teams.
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Gimme Gimme Disco - ABBA and 70s/80s Dance Party
A lively dance party featuring ABBA hits and disco classics from the 70s and 80s, encouraging disco attire and offering a fun night out.
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MCDA West Coast Championships 2025 Cheerleading Competition
The MCDA West Coast Championships 2025 is an in-person cheerleading competition taking place in Reno, Nevada, offering bids for prestigious events like The Open Championship and All Star Worlds.
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Killer Queen Concert
Killer Queen, a tribute band, will perform at the Grand Sierra Theatre in Reno, showcasing their iconic sound.
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The Amity Affliction Concert
The Amity Affliction, a renowned Australian band, will perform live at Virginia Street Brewhouse, showcasing their heavy sound and celebrated discography.
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Truckee Meadows Community College Spring Break
Spring Break at TMCC offers a week without classes from March 23 to March 29, 2025, with limited services available during this time.
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Red NOT Chili Peppers Tribute Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Cypress Music Venue & Restaurant — Tickets available now — Experience the music of RHCP with Red Not Chili Peppers live in Reno.
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Hawthorne Heights Live Performance
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Virginia Street Brewhouse — $25.00 — Experience the emotive sounds of Hawthorne Heights with songs from their latest album.
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Worry Club Live
7-10:30 p.m. — The Holland Project — Check the event page for ticket prices — Experience the energetic performance of the Chicago-based indie-punk band Worry Club.
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Underoath Concert
7:00-11:00 p.m. — Virginia Street Brewhouse — $25.00 — Experience the electrifying sound of Underoath alongside A Static Lullaby and We Predict a Riot.
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