Good morning, Reno.

Volunteers are invited to help repair bikes for children at FreeWheels 4 Kids this Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Reno Bike Project Production Center, 635 E.

4th St. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome + no signup is required.

Reno Dispatch and Sparks communications are marking National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week from April 12 to April 18, honoring dispatchers who answered over 179,000 and 163,000 calls respectively last year + events and proclamations offer public thanks for their vital service.

A magnitude 5.41 earthquake struck about 17 miles southwest of Fallon Monday evening, briefly halting a local 6:30 p.m. newscast according to the Nevada Seismological Laboratory.

International Dark Sky Week runs April 13-20 in Nevada with Fort Churchill State Park near Silver Springs hosting a skywatching event on Saturday, Apr.

18, showcasing constellation bingo and stellar s'mores; nearby spots like Pyramid Lake and Lake Tahoe offer views of Venus + Jupiter and the Lyrid meteor shower.

Free summer camps for students with disabilities will be offered June through August across Nevada, including Reno—these camps help build skills and explore career paths as students prepare for college or work.

Registration closes one month before each week-long camp starts.

UNR placed Dean Donald Easton-Brooks on leave following a no-confidence vote last month after allegations of bullying and unprofessional conduct.

Dr. Jannet Vreeland (with over 30 years of service) will serve as Acting Dean to keep the College of Education and Human Development running smoothly.

Reno Police are warning drivers to put down their cell phones during Distracted Driving Awareness Month, urging focused driving today.

The Reno-Tahoe International Airport is asking travelers to share their parking experiences via an online survey open through May 31st.

Participants will enter a drawing to win five free days of parking in the Long-Term Garage — check details on the RNO website.

Washoe County, the Bureau of Land Management, the Sheriff's HOPE team, and Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful will clean up a growing encampment along westbound I-80 between mile markers 21 and 20 on Saturday, June 13, aiming to remove hazards and connect campers with services.

A 615-acre desert property near Burning Man will be auctioned starting April 16 in Gerlach—featuring geothermal hot springs and water sources available as one block or in three parcels.

Buyers are expected to preserve the land’s unique natural and cultural value.

Annual Senior Art Show 2026

9 AM – 4 PM — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate senior creativity with diverse artworks from local artists aged 60 and older.

Annual Senior Art Show 2026

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate the creative talents of senior artists from Reno with a diverse array of artworks on display.

Wet Leg Live in Concert

8-11 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying indie-rock magic of Wet Leg with special guest Ian Sweet.

Arizona Jones LIVE

7-10 p.m. — Reno Public Market — Free entry — Experience a lively performance blending classic R&B hits from the 60's and 70's with audience participation.

Annual Senior Art Show

9 AM – 4 PM — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate the creativity of local seniors with diverse artistic expressions.

3rd Tuesday Networking Event

5-7 p.m. — Polecat Tavern — Free entry — Network with top professionals from Reno and surrounding areas in a lively atmosphere.

Mike Sherm Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Check for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying West Coast sound of Mike Sherm as he delivers high-energy performances.

Senior Art Show 2026

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate senior creativity with a diverse exhibit featuring local artists aged 60 and older.

Irreplaceable Beings Record Release Party

8-11 p.m. — The Alpine — $19.05 — Celebrate the debut of Irreplaceable Beings with live music from Asphalt Socialites.

Black Veil Brides Concert

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Ticket purchase required — Immerse yourself in a powerful night of modern hard rock with Black Veil Brides.