Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
Good morning, Reno.
Amid rising food prices, The Food Bank of Northern Nevada worked to fill local food gaps by adjusting its outreach and services.
Jocelyn Lantrip provided details to Alin Dangerfield on Apr. 23 to help community members understand the changes.
Reno is celebrating Older Americans Month with a series of events designed to help seniors connect with peers — city officials say the activities will boost local community engagement.
A wrecking ball painted like a soccer ball demolished the former Jones West Ford dealership on Apr.
23, making way for the Reno Pro Soccer project.
Amazon opened its first same-day delivery facility in south Reno yesterday, where one building stores, sorts, and ships products + aims to speed up service for local customers.
The company expects the new setup to enhance delivery efficiency.
Reno gas prices remained flat at $5.12 per gallon on Apr.
23, while the statewide average rose three cents to $4.96. The update shows stable fuel costs for local drivers + sets a benchmark for monitoring future changes.
Damonte Ranch High School’s principal locked himself in a corral for 24 hours on April 23 to raise funds for the school, drawing community support for this unique challenge.
The event highlighted local efforts to boost education.
Prater Way has reopened to traffic after a water leak between Lillard Drive and Vista Boulevard forced one-lane eastbound travel — Truckee Meadows Water Authority crews continue repairs to restore normal flow.
The Reno City Council voted 6-1 for the first reading on annexing 54 acres for Trego Grid, a battery storage project near South Meadows Parkway in south Reno — the project will connect to NV Energy’s Mira Loma substation and awaits a second review.
Marvel actor Jeremy Renner (after his near-fatal snowplow accident) has partnered with local safety tech firm RapidSOS to debut a documentary film.
The film will stream on April 29 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and feature a panel with public safety leaders, highlighting enhanced emergency communications.
Truckee Meadows Water Authority reported a water leak on Prater Way between Lillard Drive & Vista Boulevard on Thursday afternoon, which reduced eastbound traffic to one lane until about 10 p.m.; TMWA crews are working to repair the leak as soon as possible.
The Nevada men’s baseball team leads the Mountain West standings and will face UNLV today.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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