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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation will hold the 4th Annual Carpe Diem Fishing Derby on June 28 at Rosewood Nature Study Area at 6800 Pembroke Drive—this family-friendly event will offer prizes and free fishing poles for children, with online registration starting May 26 and walk-up registrations beginning at 7:30 a.m. before fishing starts at 8 a.m. 2NEWS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ NV Energy announced on May 20 that CEO Doug Cannon left his post after an investigation found the company overcharged more than 60,000 residential and 20,000 multifamily customers by over $17M; now, Brandon Barkhuff has taken over as president and CEO as regulators push for full refunds. This leadership change comes while NV Energy deals with fallout from using the wrong customer classification over several years. Reno Gazette Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Washoe County man was convicted of child sex crimes after messaging an undercover detective he believed was a teenager — his sentencing is set for August 21. KRNV
- ➤ Reno High School had a trespasser on campus Tuesday morning and school police detained the individual while the district confirmed that no students were involved—classes continued as usual. 2NEWS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Incline High School completed a $35 million expansion that added a new three-story building with 12,000 square feet of modern classrooms and learning spaces. The project, funded by a donation from the Dave and Cheryl Duffield Foundation and approved by the Washoe County School District Board, enhanced campus safety—by creating a single secure entry—while featuring specialized facilities such as a JROTC space, dance studio, and culinary kitchen that impressed students. KUNR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Nevada senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen passed a bipartisan bill that exempts cash tips from federal tax by allowing a 100% deduction—helping working families keep more of their earnings. They urged House colleagues to move forward with a clean version of the bill. 2NEWS
- ➤ Senator Jacky Rosen passed the bipartisan No Tax on Tips Act in the Senate by unanimous consent and the bill now moves to the House for review — the law will let workers keep more of their tip money. It is expected to help many tipped workers in Nevada. KRNV
- ➤ The Nevada Department of Wildlife is joining a national campaign to boost boating safety by urging boaters to wear life jackets and take education courses. The campaign coincides with National Safe Boating Week and a forecast of warm yet windy weather later this week—part of an effort to reduce boating-related deaths. 2NEWS
- ➤ The City of Reno and the Reno Fire Department will host a community meeting on May 29 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall council chambers to collect public input on a new Wildfire Protection Plan that updates the 2005 plan—an online survey will remain open until June 30. 2NEWS
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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.
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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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Summer Salute Car Show
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Rancho San Rafael Regional Park — Entry fee applies — Celebrate classic cars and support veterans with food and music.
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39th Annual RMHCNN Golf Tournament
6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Red Hawk Golf and Resort — Supportive entry — Play golf to help keep families close in a fun charitable event.
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May Public Bowling
12:00 – 1:30 PM — National Bowling Stadium — $50 per lane (admit up to 5 people) — Enjoy a fun bowling session in Reno's historic venue.
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Heroes & Villains: Good & Evil
3 – 5 p.m. — Nightingale Concert Hall — General Admission — Experience epic clashes between beloved superheroes and their foes through cinematic-inspired wind ensemble music.
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Mamma Mia!
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Enjoy a delightful musical journey filled with love, friendship, and identity on a sun-kissed Greek island.
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Art Battle Reno
6-10 p.m. — The Generator Community Maker Space — Auction available — Experience a thrilling live art competition as artists create masterpieces in rapid rounds.
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Reno Rodeo Charitable Golf Tournament
8 a.m. — Lakeridge Golf Course — Breakfast and lunch provided — Enjoy a friendly round of golf while supporting families in the community.
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Sports Fest ’25
12-5 p.m. — Rancho San Rafael Regional Park — Ticketed event — A showcase of competitions in various sports including archery and community programs.
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