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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two survivors of a boat that capsized in Lake Tahoe on Saturday were saved because they wore life jackets + emergency crews rescued them amid a sudden storm that overturned a 10-passenger vessel and drowned eight people. KRNV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lithium Americas is ensuring that construction at the Thacker Pass mine continues amid a water usage investigation—state officials issued a cease and desist order for Lithium Nevada Corporation and have told the company to stop pumping water until the matter is resolved. 2NEWS
- ➤ Officials at RTC will show the new design for the Sierra Street Bridge at a public meeting in Reno. Local residents will learn details about the project and its possible impact on local traffic. 2NEWS
- ➤ Today, a new traffic signal will be activated at McCarran Boulevard and Keystone Avenue in northwest Reno. The Nevada Department of Transportation and the Regional Transportation Commission installed the signal after intermittent closures since February, and drivers should expect brief delays as traffic patterns change—watch for updated crosswalks and lane markings. 2NEWS
- ➤ Heidi Anderson, the director of the Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation, was fired on June 24 over allegations of financial mismanagement and the board is reviewing the organization’s financial systems with legal and financial experts. The foundation removed its donation page and local governments will review agreements to ensure accountability — officials stress a commitment to transparency in projects supporting local parks. Reno Gazette Journal
- ➤ NDOT held a public meeting on Wednesday about its I-80 widening project east of Sparks. The plan will add two lanes and safety features along the highway between Vista Boulevard and U.S.A. Parkway — a key route for locals — with construction set to begin in late 2027 and no long-term closures expected. KRNV
- ➤ The Sierra Street Bridge replacement design is 60 percent complete and a public meeting is held today at the McKinley Arts and Culture Center from 4 to 7 p.m. The meeting will let residents preview the design—spanning the Truckee River between West First Street and Island Avenue. 2NEWS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Life Is Worth It, a Reno nonprofit focused on youth mental wellness, is offering free L.I.V.E. Model Workshops to organizations serving youth aged 10 to 24 in Northern Nevada. The interactive program (covering topics such as anxiety, depression, and coping strategies) will be held from July until June 2026 (supported by Renown Health, the Reno Aces Foundation, the Hot August Nights Foundation, and Ideal Medical) and has limited space so groups should email [email protected] for details. 2NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ RGJ photojournalist Jason Bean—riding the Pair A Dice stagecoach driven by Mark Drummond—covered the Reno Rodeo on June 24th, giving him a firsthand look at the event. Reno Gazette Journal
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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.
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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.
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Ekin Cheng Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Reno Events Center — Ticketed — Enjoy a night of music with Ekin Cheng and other talented artists.
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Coffee Clutch for Women Entrepreneurs
10 AM – 12 PM — Coffeebar — Free entry — Connect with dynamic women entrepreneurs to market your business and share ideas.
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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.
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+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.
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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.
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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.
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Brit Floyd Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theater — Tickets available — Experience a spectacular night of music with Brit Floyd and Alan Parsons.
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Food Truck Wednesdays
4-8 p.m. — Cyan Park — Free entry — Feast on delicious food truck offerings and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with friends and live music.
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