Good morning, Reno.

Skydance Helicopters, a business in Minden, was called to help fight the Conner Fire as crews work to contain its spread.

Owner Jason Legge said the team—who normally works in other states—will use their Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter to support local firefighting efforts.

Galena High graduate Jaxon Carpenter won a free Honda Civic from Bill Pearce Courtesy Honda after recording a perfect-attendance record during his senior year, and he earned the win by entering a drawing.

Reno teen Jaxon Carpenter, one of 57 graduates with perfect attendance, won a free 2025 Honda Civic from Bill Pearce Honda on Saturday—part of a 17-year program aimed at boosting graduation rates in Washoe County.

He said he was thrilled by the win and plans to use his car for his new job.

The Conner Fire in Gardnerville has burned 14,000 acres since it started on June 20 and hundreds of firefighters continue to battle the blaze + its size surpasses the combined acres of three notable region fires.

The nearly 14,000-acre Conner Fire near Gardnerville remains 0% contained as nearly 500 firefighters build containment lines and protect homes while evacuation orders are in place.

Topaz Lake is closed to public access to let firefighting aircraft use the lake for water—though high winds have grounded most aerial efforts.

Marilyn Newton shared photos from the first two nights of the Reno Rodeo that show events like steer wrestling, bronc riding and bull riding from Friday June 20 + more images capturing the live rodeo action.

Basketball Camp: Point Guard Prep

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Sage Ridge School — $795 — Enhance your child's basketball skills and mindset at this intensive summer camp designed for aspiring players.

Reno Rodeo

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center — Ticket purchase required — Experience the excitement of the 'Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West' with thrilling competitions and over 140,000 fans.

Laugh Factory Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Silver Legacy Resort Hotel & Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience laughter and entertainment at Reno's celebrated comedy venue.

Ladybug Release Event 2025

4-6 p.m. — Moana Nursery — Free entry — Celebrate the local ecosystem by releasing over 100,000 ladybugs and enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with free t-shirts for kids.

Ekin Cheng Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Reno Events Center — Ticketed — Enjoy a night of music with Ekin Cheng and other talented artists.

Coffee Clutch for Women Entrepreneurs

10 AM – 12 PM — Coffeebar — Free entry — Connect with dynamic women entrepreneurs to market your business and share ideas.

Portrait Society of Reno Gathering

10 AM – 2 PM — Nevada Fine Arts — Free entry — Celebrate art with local portrait artists at this engaging community event.

+LIVE+ Concert

+LIVE+ — 7:00 – 9:30 PM — Silver Legacy Resort Casino — Tickets vary — Catch this iconic band rocking the Biggest Little City for one night only.

Silver Age Comic Con - Sunday

10:00-11:30 a.m. — Reno-Sparks Convention Center — Check for entry details — Celebrate your favorite comics and connect with fellow enthusiasts at this engaging convention.

Brüka's 15th Annual Youth Performing Arts Summer Workshop

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Brüka Theatre — Registration required — Explore creative expression through performing arts in a vibrant, youth-focused setting.