Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Reno.
Reno is launching its own Breakfast Club at Barbara Bennett Park (a popular local spot) on Island Avenue every Saturday through August, offering residents a fresh start to their weekends with free community breakfasts.
NV Energy is refunding customers in multi-family homes who were overcharged due to a misclassification+ refunds will be processed promptly.
Reno-area diners will soon have the chance to get Olive Garden’s $100 Never-Ending Pasta Pass (available online today at 11 a.m. PT), offering 13 weeks of unlimited pasta, soup or salad and breadsticks.
The promotion, returning after a six-year pause, is limited to 10,000 nationwide passes.
Artown Passport invites families to explore local arts in July by collecting stamps from venues like the Wilbur D.
May Museum and Story Time at the arboretum (created with the Washoe County Library). For $10, collecting 31 stamps earns a limited-edition T-shirt while supplies last.
The National Automobile Museum now presents an exhibit on Jack Johnson — the first African American World Heavyweight Champion and an avid automobile enthusiast — that showcases his influential legacy for visitors.
Reno officials are addressing concerns about plans to build a new elementary school on the site of the former Pine Middle School as community input is sought for future construction details.
Updated mapping shows containment on the Elephant Fire near Loyalton has decreased while firefighting teams continue to work and secure lines, with 500+ personnel active and smoke expected to drift toward Reno; full containment is projected for July 22.
Mayor Ed Lawson and RTC updated on the Sparks Boulevard Project Wednesday between Greg Street and Baring Boulevard.
The project was 40% complete + aims to improve traffic operations and safety with a six-lane roadway and shared-use path while local businesses face temporary disruptions, and completion is scheduled for next summer.
Lake Tahoe’s Shakespeare Ranch has been relisted at $125 million after failing to sell for more than a year — its price was reduced by $63 million from the original $188 million listing.
The 130-acre estate is on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe at 1949 Glenbrook Road.
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.
Mike Epps Live Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with the celebrated comedian Mike Epps at the Grand Theatre.
Trace Adkins Concert
4-7 p.m. — Club Underground — Tickets from $68 — Experience the powerhouse voice of Trace Adkins live in an intimate concert setting.
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