Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
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💼 Business
Reno residents might see an unusual white oval in the sky from a SpaceX Starlink rocket launch scheduled for Friday, May 9 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. PT at Vandenberg Space Force Base—another Northrop Grumman launch for a weather satellite is planned for later this month.
🚨 Crime
Oscar Henderson, 34, was fatally shot near Silver Legacy in downtown Reno on May 1 — the Washoe County medical examiner said his death was caused by a gunshot to the torso and police connected the homicide to a juvenile suspect arrested in California.
Authorities identified Oscar Henderson, a 34-year-old Sparks resident, as the man fatally shot by a bullet to the torso near 4th and Virginia in downtown Reno on May 1, and a juvenile suspect was arrested in Santa Cruz— the police investigation is ongoing.
A suspect was arrested after a fatal altercation in Sun Valley on April 28—Nathan Krall was booked and faces a charge of Open Murder with a Deadly Weapon while the investigation continues and authorities say the public is no longer at risk.
A man was arrested in connection with a fight in a Sun Valley home that left one person dead on April 28 as detectives booked Nathan Krall on an open murder charge (weapon enhancement likely involved an edged weapon and two people were taken to hospital with one later dying).
🌲 Environment
Reno saw smoky air on May 7 from a prescribed burn near Verdi, with AQI readings (151–200) staying below the 301 level that would force Washoe County schools to close.
The district said that if similar conditions continue today, recess and after-school sports may be affected while classes remain in session.
🎉 Reno Events
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Jerry Gerardo Coronel Concert
10 p.m. — Millennium Night Club — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying night of live regional music with Jerry Gerardo Coronel.
Mother's Day Boutique & Dining
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Idlewild Park — Free entry — Celebrate Mother's Day with local foods, artisan crafts, and community spirit at this vibrant event.
In Person Support Meeting
6 p.m. — Thurman Hall — Free entry — Connect with others facing similar challenges in a supportive environment.
Joey Alioto Golf Tournament
Various times — Lakeridge & Toiyabe Golf Courses — Registration required — Enjoy a day on the greens while supporting the Salesian Boys’ & Girls’ Club.
Marbs & DJ Minx Live at Dead Ringer
9-10:30 p.m. — Dead Ringer Analog Bar — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Marbs and DJ Minx in a night of electrifying music at Dead Ringer.
George Clanton Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Virginia Street Brewhouse — $25.00 — Experience the nostalgic electronic pop sounds of Los Angeles artist George Clanton.
Plein Air Convention and Outdoor Exhibition
11 AM-4 PM — Nugget Casino Resort — Check website for costs — Immerse yourself in five days of art instruction from top painters around the world.
Portrait Society of Reno
10 AM – 2 PM — Nevada Fine Arts — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with fellow enthusiasts at this engaging community gathering.
Lord Huron Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Grand Theater — Ticket prices start at $213 — Experience the captivating sounds of Lord Huron live in Reno.
12th Annual Plein Air Convention & Expo
8:00 AM – 3:45 PM — Nugget Casino Resort — Varies — Experience the world's largest gathering of outdoor painters in picturesque Lake Tahoe and Reno.
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