Good morning, Reno.

Nevada Athletics and Truckee Hot Sauce teamed up to launch Pack Attack, the Wolf Pack's first branded hot sauce made with sweet red bell peppers and fiery habaneros.

The sauce is available at local retailers and online for $8.99 (additional Reno-Sparks and Truckee stores will offer it soon).

Volunteers led a five-day cattle drive from Winnemucca Ranch — guiding the herd through Reno streets on Thursday — to mark the official start of the 2026 Reno Rodeo.

Washoe County School District is hosting a recruitment fair for open positions at local schools and sites.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect today from noon to 9 p.m. for thunderstorms and strong winds that may spark fires.

Reno Fire Marshal John Beck warns residents to secure trailer chains and inspect vehicle lights as red-flag conditions, low humidity and strong winds raise the wildfire risk this summer travel weekend.

Air travelers may face more turbulence in Nevada as a recent report ranks Reno-Tahoe International among North America’s most turbulent airports (Reno came in at ninth).

Experts cite heat and wind as key factors and advise booking early-to-mid morning flights to avoid the bumps.

Red Flag warnings were issued yesterday for parts of western Nevada and northeastern California as thunderstorms and lightning increased fire risk.

A warning remains in effect today across Nevada with gusts up to 50+ mph and dry conditions that could quickly grow fires, urging residents to follow local fire restrictions.

Twenty law enforcement officers graduated Wednesday from the Northern Nevada Law Enforcement Academy as part of Class 2026-01.

They earned awards for leadership and academic excellence and now will serve Reno, Sparks and Washoe County agencies (Chief Solferino attended the ceremony).

Wide fire restrictions take effect in Western Nevada on Monday, June 22 as government agencies address rising wildfire risks.

The rules ban all open fires on public lands—except for permitted portable stoves and approved campfires—to keep the summer season safe.

The RTC announced overnight closures on Sparks Boulevard between Baring Boulevard and Prater Way starting Sunday, June 21 for a capacity project.

Motorists should plan to use Vista Boulevard and McCarran Boulevard as alternate routes (detour signage will guide traffic).

Kaiser Permanente filed for a new outpatient clinic permit at 803 W.

Fifth St. near Keystone Avenue in Reno while Renown Health submitted a permit for a 127,000-sqft medical office in Sparks, with both projects pending review.

Officials from the Nevada Department of Wildlife and the Reno Fire Department urge visitors to local lakes and the Truckee River to wear life jackets to prevent cold water shock this summer.

Life jacket stations are available along the river — and at selected Tahoe beaches.

The Reno Rodeo hosted an Xtreme Bull Riding event featuring 40 top bull riders competing in four rounds and a final short go last Thursday at the Reno Rodeo Arena.

The show also offered carnival rides, food, and local vendors for a complete rodeo experience.

Reno Rodeo - Special Kids’ Rodeo

1-3:15 p.m. — Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center — Registration full — A heartwarming event pairing special needs children with rodeo cowboys for a unique experience.

KALEO Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sound of Icelandic rock sensation KALEO as they perform raw emotional music and unforgettable hits.

An Evening with Wynton Marsalis

8:00 p.m. — Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater — $75; $170 — Experience the brilliance of Wynton Marsalis and his septet in a night of unforgettable jazz.

Nation of Language Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Alpine — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of music with Nation of Language in Reno.

Brüka's 16th Annual Youth Performing Arts Summer Workshop: The Magic Garden

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Brüka Theatre — $300 by July 1, 2026 — A week-long creative workshop for youth ages 11-17 culminating in a public performance.

58th Annual Reno Basque Festival

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Free entry — Experience traditional Basque food, folk dancing, and lively competitions with community participation.

Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Celebrity Showroom — Ticket prices vary — Experience a mesmerizing candlelight concert featuring Vivaldi's timeless classics performed by Listeso String Quartet.