Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
Good morning, Reno.
Drivers in Reno should plan for up to 30-minute delays on Kingsbury Grade due to ongoing work today.
NBC News 4 + FOX 11 restored over the air service on Peavine Peak yesterday after a months-long outage due to transmitter issues on Peavine Mountain; viewers should rescan their TVs to access broadcasts.
Washoe County School District celebrates National Educator Appreciation Week from May 4 to May 8 as local leaders such as Superintendent Joe Ernst and Gov. Joe Lombardo praise educators while schools host Spirit Week events + local businesses offer teacher discounts.
The EPA proposes to roll back cleanup rules for coal ash at waste sites in the Mountain West (including four in Nevada), a change that may increase groundwater risks and will allow public comments until June 12 before an online hearing on May 28.
Residents in Silver Springs felt weeks of trembling after a magnitude 5.7 quake hit on April 13, triggering aftershocks that rattled homes and cracked surfaces.
Experts say the active fault remains active and advise people to secure heavy items.
Today a single lane on Kingsbury Grade near Carson Valley is closed from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. as NDOT finalizes drainage repairs and applies final paving near Foothill Road — drivers may experience up to 30-minute delays.
Officials warned local hikers on May 5 that rising temperatures could increase snake activity on Reno trails—urging all visitors to stay alert during outdoor adventures.
A new blood test called Shield offers an easier method for colorectal cancer screening for adults 45+ now available at Quest Diagnostics centers in Reno, Carson City and Southern Nevada.
The FDA-approved test is available by prescription only so check with your doctor to see if it suits you.
Annual Senior Art Show 2026
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate the creativity of local senior artists in this diverse exhibition featuring various mediums.
Los Huracanes Del Norte Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience legendary Norteño music with Los Huracanes del Norte in an electrifying concert.
Annual Senior Art Show 2026
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate the creativity of seniors with a diverse showcase of art at the gallery.
Annual Senior Art Show 2026
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate creativity in the fourth annual showcase of senior artists from Reno.
Annual Senior Art Show 2026
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Celebrate the creativity of senior artists with diverse artworks in this vibrant exhibit.
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 an exhibition of diverse art forms.
Yachtley Crew Concert
8 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Benefit concert — Enjoy a night of Yacht Rock classics performed by the energetic Yachtley Crew.
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
8:45-10:00 p.m. — Celebrity Showroom — Tickets available — Experience Fleetwood Mac's music illuminated by candlelight in a stunning venue.
Ron White Live
8-11 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Check venue for pricing — Experience an evening of laughter with legendary storyteller Ron White.
Charley Crockett Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Support a good cause while enjoying the unique Gulf and Western sound of Charley Crockett.
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