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Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Truckee Meadows Water Authority hosts its Smart About Water Day on Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the California Building (Idlewild Park) to showcase 25 years of water management, interactive science displays for children, and presentations on future purification plans. 2NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, an NHP trooper rescued two adult geese and three goslings stranded on I-580 northbound near 5th Street by closing a lane + guiding them to safety. 2NEWS
- ➤ The Nevada Department of Wildlife is seeking donations to reopen its youth license fund, which has paused free hunting and fishing licenses since August 2025. Every $15 raised covers one license for youths aged 12 to 17 to enjoy outdoor time away from screens. 2NEWS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A proposed uranium project near McDermitt is starting studies for the next 12 to 18 months + a limited drilling program is expected later this year. Eagle Nuclear Energy plans to open an office in Reno and could create hundreds of local jobs if permits are secured. KRNV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Nevada, Reno is hosting Spring into Science on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as part of Earth Month, where families can tour the Planetarium, Keck, and Natural History museums to enjoy hands-on exhibits and special displays before renovations begin in May. 2NEWS
- ➤ Driver’s Edge will return to Reno on May 16 and 17 as a free hands-on program hosted by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office that helps teen drivers build critical skills in emergency avoidance, response techniques, and overall safety — register early as spots fill quickly. 2NEWS
- ➤ Bernice Mathews Elementary School STEM students built 88 birdhouses as a project and had them hung at Teglia's Paradise Park on Wednesday morning with support from city parks staff—enhancing their hands-on learning in design and math. 2NEWS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two 4.0-plus earthquakes struck Nevada Wednesday morning. A 4.73 quake hit southwestern Churchill County near Lahontan State Recreational Area at 10:23 a.m. PDT, and a 3.98 quake occurred near Tonopah a minute later. Reno Gazette Journal
- ➤ A magnitude 4.8 earthquake shook Silver Springs yesterday morning — the Nevada Seismological Laboratory reported hundreds of quakes in the past ten days and is monitoring the activity closely. 2NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a year of planning, the Nevada softball team lit up its stadium yesterday — a milestone moment in Reno that energizes local sports. 2NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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 with various mediums on display.
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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 with diverse artworks on display.
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Surfer Girl Concert
8-10 p.m. — Crystal Bay Casino — Ticket prices vary — Catch Surfer Girl, fronted by Carter Reeves, as they bring their unique blend of indie pop and reggae to the stage.
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Annual Senior Art Show
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate senior creativity with a diverse showcase of art from Reno's talented seniors.
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Jo Koy Live Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the laughs and relatable storytelling of Jo Koy in his latest tour, Just Being Koy.
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Project Rehab - Talib Kweli's Reno Residency
7-11 p.m. — Club Underground — GA tickets available — Experience a year-long celebration of hip hop with Talib Kweli in the heart of Reno.
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Popovich Comedy Pet Theater
5-8 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Limited seating — Experience a joyful tribute to rescued animals filled with laughter and heartfelt storytelling.
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Annual Senior Art Show
9 AM – 4 PM — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate Senior creativity at this diverse art exhibit showcasing local talents aged 60 and older.
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