Good morning, Reno.

On April 4, 1957—68 years ago—short-statured people met downtown Reno and formed Little People of America to offer grants, job information, scholarships, and advocacy programs for people with dwarfism.

Local organization My Hometown Heroes will host its second annual Breakfast of Champions on April 12 at South 40 in Reno to honor unsung heroes who help college-bound cancer survivors reach their dreams.

Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and a buffet starts at 9:45 a.m.—tickets cost $125 and include a copy of founder Danny Heinsohn’s book For A Reason documenting his journey through brain cancer.

The City of Reno and Reno Fire Department invite community members to an Emergency Preparedness Open House held today at Damonte Ranch High School from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Experts will teach fire safety skills including planning an evacuation route, assembling a go bag, creating defensible space, and preparing for power outages while children enjoy special activities.

PBS Reno will host the inaugural What's It Worth?

PBS Antique Valuation Day on Saturday, April 12 at the California Building at Idlewild Park, where appointments and a donation are required for antiques inspection by experts from AnnexAuctions by Witherell—evaluating items such as fine art, jewelry, coins and collectibles.

Reno officials said the city still owes about $212 million on the train trench project that has stretched over 20 years with payments scheduled until 2058.

Stable sales tax revenue and fixed interest rates may allow earlier payoff—10 to 12 years sooner than planned.

The Nevada Department of Corrections faces a staffing shortage that cost $60 million in overtime and left a $50 million gap as NDOC Director James Dzurenda testified at a hearing Thursday that a staffing study set for June will show even larger deficits.

Lawmakers have criticized the plan and noted that one officer has already worked 1,600 overtime hours—raising concerns about safety and budget management.

EmployNV is inviting northern Nevada job seekers to attend multiple hiring events starting April 7—job seekers can interview for security guard roles virtually in Reno, for mail carrier positions in Sparks on April 8, and attend a Healthcare Career Fair at Reno Town Mall on April 23. Pre-registration is encouraged though walk-ins are welcome.

The USPS began changes on April 1 in Nevada that may cause mail delivery to slow by a day in some areas—while packages and certain mail classes will see more reliable service.

More changes will come on July 1 as the agency works to cut costs and adjust service standards, and local operations remain unchanged.

Max Minardi Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Peppermill Resort Spa Casino — Ticket info not provided — Experience an enchanting evening of storytelling and acoustic melodies from renowned singer-songwriter Max Minardi.

Reno Career Fair

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel & Spa — Free entry — Connect with top employers across various fields to find your ideal job opportunity.

Father-Daughter Day & Dance

11:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Piper's Opera House — All-inclusive package — Experience a unique day of fun and a charming dance in historic Virginia City.

Family Soup Mutual Aid

5-6 p.m. — Believe Sculpture — Free — Distributing essential supplies and hot meals to those in need every Tuesday.

NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience

7-10 p.m. — Grand Theater — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in a live concert experience featuring your favorite Naruto themes.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

9-10 p.m. — The Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a mesmerizing candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in an enchanting setting.

Outlaw Ridge Band Performance

7-10 p.m. — Reno Public Market — Free entry — Experience the electrifying sounds of Outlaw Ridge, the beloved country band taking Reno by storm.

Easter Dining Celebration

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Peppermill Resort Spa Casino — $45-$90 per guest — Enjoy a variety of specially curated holiday menus to celebrate Easter dining.

Reno Aces vs. Albuquerque Isotopes

6:05 p.m. — Greater Nevada Field — No fees on tickets — Experience an exciting evening of minor league baseball action between the Aces and Isotopes.

US Postal Service Hiring Event in Reno

9-11 a.m. — EmployNV Business Hub — Free entry — Explore various carrier positions and apply on-site at this public hiring event.