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Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sparks Fire Department continues its green waste dumpster program to help residents safely dispose of organic waste + lower fire risk. Four locations will soon be available in Sparks for convenient drop-off. 2NEWS
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At Reno-Tahoe International Airport, a small aircraft lost engine power just before noon Thursday, May 7, 2026, forcing the pilot to make an emergency landing in a field near South McCarran Boulevard with no reported injuries while officials confirmed that airport operations remained unaffected. KRNV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country star Dylan Scott will headline the Reno Rodeo Kickoff Concert at the Reno Rodeo Outdoor Arena on Wednesday, June 17 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Advanced tickets start at $65 (military tickets cost $55 and day-of-show tickets are $75) with VIP packages available through official channels. 2NEWS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nevada added 28,700 jobs (a 1.8% increase) from March 2025 to March 2026, making the state the leader in job growth across industries including manufacturing, business services, and education. 2NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Reno held at $5.46 per gallon today while the state average edged up one cent to $5.24, showing a slight local difference in rates. 2NEWS
- ➤ Job seekers gathered at the Reno Sparks Convention Center on May 7 for the Biggest Business Expo & Career Fair, where local employers offered various opportunities. 2NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority shows that increased tourism drove taxable room revenue to a record high of $106,790,461 in Q1 — up 3.3% from last year — with cash-occupied room nights rising 6.5% and Reno-Tahoe International Airport passenger traffic increasing 1.5%. Reno Gazette Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Valleys High School ended its lockdown on May 7 (after an off-campus disturbance), and a backup formed on Golden Valley Road as parents picked up their children later than usual. 2NEWS
- ➤ North Valleys High School was placed on lockdown Thursday, May 7 because of an off-campus disturbance and resumed normal operations nearly two hours later; school officials confirmed all students and staff were safe (investigation ongoing). 2NEWS
- ➤ Community leaders rode their bikes to Florence Drake Elementary school on May 7 to join Washoe County School District’s Ride for Reading event aimed at encouraging literacy among students. The gathering promoted strong local engagement with education. 2NEWS
- ➤ Wooster High School will no longer get a new $210 million building and instead will receive a modernization plan as officials cite funding limits and declining enrollment. School board trustees will choose among options on Tuesday, May 12 — a shift that has raised concerns in the community. Reno Gazette Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NNPH opened a new air monitoring station near Verdi Elementary to expand real-time air monitoring and improve the region’s ability to respond to wildfire smoke and pollution events. The station enhances environmental safety for local residents. 2NEWS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Reno Fire Department urges older residents to test smoke alarms monthly + change batteries every six months to ensure every bedroom has a working alarm during Older Americans Month. 2NEWS
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Reno City Council approved a master plan and zoning changes for a 712-unit housing project in north Reno on Wednesday, May 6. The Clear Acre Commons plan on 27 acres between Clear Acre Lane and Scottsdale Road now moves to the Truckee Meadows Regional Planning Commission before it applies for building permits. Reno Gazette Journal
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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 seniors with a diverse showcase of art at the gallery.
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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.
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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 diverse artworks in this vibrant exhibit.
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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 an exhibition of diverse art forms.
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Yachtley Crew Concert
8 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Benefit concert — Enjoy a night of Yacht Rock classics performed by the energetic Yachtley Crew.
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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.
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Ron White Live
8-11 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Check venue for pricing — Experience an evening of laughter with legendary storyteller Ron White.
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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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The Exploited Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Alpine — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic Scottish punk rock band performing live in Reno.
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Alabama Shakes Concert
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the soulful comeback of Alabama Shakes with their powerful performances and new music.
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