Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of June.
Good morning, Reno.
After 22 years apart, siblings reunited when a Carson City outreach team helped locate their unhoused sister after a family call in late May.
They flew from New York (nearly 2,800 miles away) to northern Nevada, found her in about an hour, and now help her get needed care.
Sinclair has partnered with Feeding America to launch its Sinclair Cares: Summer Hunger Relief campaign that runs until July 12 to ease food insecurity among children by donating $25,000 to local Food Bank of Northern Nevada and airing special programming + hosting a national day of giving on June 25.
A Hidden Valley home in Reno experienced flash flooding that filled its interior with mud, prompting local residents to inspect the damage.
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidity that may fuel wildfires from Friday, 11 a.m. to Saturday, 11 p.m., along with a Lake Wind Advisory for Washoe Lake urging boaters to delay activities.
Pollen levels are high along Lake Tahoe’s north and south shores as pine pollen turns the water yellow while the middle of the lake stays clear.
Local allergist Dr. Reece Jones expects the levels to drop soon and advises visitors to bring allergy medicine.
Washoe County School District leaders discussed a possible increase in employee insurance rates at a Wednesday meeting.
A Red Flag Warning for gusty winds (up to 45 mph) along the Northern Sierra Front and a Lake wind advisory for Washoe Lake will affect conditions starting Friday, urging residents to avoid spark-prone activities.
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.
Leader’s Edge Leadership Development Program
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce — $397 per person — Enhance your leadership skills with practical tools and insights from top resources.
KC & the Sunshine Band Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a lively performance from the iconic disco and funk band that will get you dancing.
Jake Owen Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a summer night filled with heartfelt country music and soul-stirring stories from Jake Owen.
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