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Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters battled a brush fire in Sun Valley on May 19 & the team contained the flames with no injuries reported. 2NEWS
- ➤ A 50-acre brush fire is burning near West 7th Avenue and Flynn Drive in Golden Valley, and TMFPD with the Sheriff's Office are working to contain it while residents are asked to avoid the area. Reno Gazette Journal
- ➤ Firefighters contained a fire that burned less than an acre in Cold Springs on Sunday+ the team quickly managed the incident. 2NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters contained the brush fire near Sun Valley on Tuesday afternoon after stopping its forward progress near W. 7th and Opal Station; roadside fires covering about 4 acres caused no structure damage (and no injuries reported) while drivers were urged to avoid the area. 2NEWS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fleet Data Centers broke ground on its new data center at TRIC along US Hwy 395 — Governor Joe Lombardo attended the ceremony. The project has received over $1 billion in investment and is set to be the largest infrastructure deployment in the nation. 2NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jacobs Entertainment released new renderings on Tuesday, May 19 of the next phase of the Reno Neon Line entertainment district in downtown Reno — the images detail the planned expansion of local entertainment spaces. Reno Gazette Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eleventh graders at the Academy of Arts, Careers, and Technology shared their service-learning projects yesterday in Reno. The presentations highlighted the students' hands-on approach to addressing local issues at their school. 2NEWS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nevada Treasury will mark 529 Day with free community events and gift baskets including a $529 certificate for newborns on May 29. It will host a booth (at the Reno Aces game at 6:35 p.m.) for families to learn how to start saving for college. 2NEWS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Reno pediatrician warned that many teens who drink energy drinks for schoolwork risk fast heartbeats and sleep troubles — the doctor urged students to get more rest and stay hydrated to avoid energy crashes. KUNR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Young baseball players can join the Northern Nevada Baseball Club Camp at Greater Nevada Field from July 27-29. Children ages 9 to 13 will train with former MLB players + lunch and a Reno Aces ticket for the July 24 game; registration costs $325 and is due by July 20. 2NEWS
- ➤ The Wolf Pack baseball team is heading to the Mountain West tournament in Arizona. The Reno team will face top conference opponents in the upcoming event, with details reported on May 19. 2NEWS
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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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Northern Nevada Night Skies 2026 Featuring Colt Ford
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of music under the stars with Colt Ford.
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Shucked: A Musical Comedy
6-10 p.m. — Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices TBD — Enjoy the Tony Award-winning musical comedy that's sure to tickle your funny bone with its corny humor.
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Messer Chups Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Club Underground — Tickets available via Ticketmaster — Enjoy a night of music with Messer Chups and special guests.
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The HU & Apocalyptica Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre, Reno — Ticket prices TBA — Experience the electrifying fusion of Mongolian rock and symphonic metal with The HU and Apocalyptica.
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Reno Card & Collectible Show
June 5th-7th — Reno-Sparks Convention Center — Cost varies — A vibrant marketplace for buying, selling, and trading sports cards and collectibles.
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Spring Outdoor Game Market
12-4 p.m. — The Glass Die — Free entry — Join a vibrant community of board gamers to explore a variety of games in a welcoming environment.
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