Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of July.
Good morning, Reno.
SSGT Thomas Martin received a long-awaited Purple Heart at the Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza on Friday, July 10, nearly 59 years after he was wounded during the Vietnam War on Sept.
16, 1967 — his ceremony closed a story featured by Honor Flight Nevada.
NDOW staff responded to reports that a bear was hit by a car near Big Tex Trailers in Pleasant Valley on July 9 at 9:30 p.m. but using a Karelian Bear Dog for help in the thick brush, they could not find the animal + residents said it was limping.
Scott Allison drove nearly 50 extra miles from Las Vegas to Reno via California’s Highway 395 to find reliable EV chargers — his detour underscored challenges with limited charging infrastructure in rural areas.
Washoe County officials plan to reopen Davis Creek Campground by the end of the year as they work on rebuilding underground utilities & the ranger residence damaged by the 2024 fire.
The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is now using a new 35-foot marine rescue boat (Marine 9) on Lake Tahoe to boost water safety.
The boat, powered by three engines and funded entirely by donations from the Honorary Deputy Sheriff's Association, will enhance rapid response and search efforts.
Lanes on I-580 south of Reno will be reduced from July 13—16 for routine bridge inspections by the Nevada Department of Transportation—drivers should allow extra travel time due to a 55 mph speed limit.
The Truckee Meadows Water Authority completed overnight water main repairs near downtown Reno + Ryland Street and East Liberty Street reopened at 2:23 a.m. Friday between Holcomb Avenue and High Street.
Backyard chicks can grow into noisy roosters that face legal limits and become hard to keep for homeowners, so local experts advise checking regulations and exploring care tips for raising these birds.
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.
Edge of Paradise Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Club Underground — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling performance by Starkill at a popular local venue.
Simple Plan Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience pop-punk legends Simple Plan during their Bigger Than You Think Tour with special guests Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3.
Mersiv Live Concert
9 p.m.-2 a.m. — Cargo Concert Hall — 18+ Event | Full Bar for 21+ — Experience the electrifying performance of Mersiv along with special guests.
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