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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Reno firefighters put out a small brush fire on Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. on Gold Ranch Road in Verdi that damaged a power pole while the cause remains under investigation. 2NEWS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Scolari’s Food and Drug Company, a family-owned grocery chain in Sun Valley and Sparks, is preparing to close its remaining stores after failing to secure a lease extension or property purchase agreement — details on closing dates and employee support will be shared soon. 2NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sparks police arrested three juveniles aged 13, 14, and 17 on July 16 after an armed robbery at a 7-Eleven on 600 15th St—officers said the suspects stole beer, brandished a gun at a customer, fled briefly, and were later caught with a recovered firearm. KRNV
- ➤ Reno High vandalism suspects will appear in court soon—investigators said hate symbols were spray-painted and property damage occurred. 2NEWS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials announced the launch of AI-powered translation and transcription services next week — a move to help residents access city information. 2NEWS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Northern Nevada HOPES opened a Behavioral Health Clinic in Reno at 1905 E. 4th St. to offer walk-in mental health screenings without a referral. The clinic provides services from brief to ongoing therapy and accepts Medicaid and other insurances — it is not meant for crisis care. 2NEWS
- ➤ Community Health Alliance is partnering with Washoe County School District to host free back-to-school vaccine clinics in late July and early August at several schools and pharmacy locations in Sparks and Reno—uninsured children can receive vaccines like Tdap, MCV4, HPV and Hep A with a parent or legal guardian present. 2NEWS
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Photos taken July 16 show that the former Harrah’s Reno hotel-casino is undergoing a major mixed-use remodel as part of the Reno Revival project—updating Sammy’s Showroom, the former Steakhouse, and Bill Harrah’s office while Fine Entertainment will soon occupy the lower floor with PKWY Tavern. Reno Gazette Journal
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Reno Basque Festival
10 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. — McKinley Arts & Culture Center — Various costs — Celebrate Basque culture with food, dance, and lively competitions in the heart of Reno.
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Portrait Society of Reno
10 AM – 2 PM — Nevada Fine Arts — Free and paid options available — Engage with the local art community through exhibitions and workshops.
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Railroad Earth and Yonder Mountain String Band Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Blue Bird — Tickets $58.66-$111.16 — Enjoy a night of bluegrass with Railroad Earth and Yonder Mountain String Band plus a special guest.
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Space Laces Concert
9 PM – 2 AM — Cargo Concert Hall — 18+ Event, Full Bar for 21+ — Experience a night of electrifying music with Space Laces live in Reno.
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Annual Wing Fest
1-2:30 p.m. — Silver Legacy Resort Casino — Enjoy a wing-tasting extravaganza with award-winning chefs serving over 20,000 pounds of wings.
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Summer Camp for Kids: Gamer Week
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Playful Potter — Weekly rate $275 or daily rate $65 — A creative art camp for kids aged 5-13 featuring engaging themes and activities.
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The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John
8-9 p.m. — Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Experience the greatest hits of piano-rock legends Billy Joel and Elton John featuring Michael Cavanaugh.
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Portrait Society of Reno
10 AM – 2 PM — Nevada Fine Arts — Free and paid options available — Celebrate local art and community creativity at this vibrant event.
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Hot August Nights Classic Car Festival
Evening hours — Reno-Sparks Convention Center — Check website for details — Experience the vibrant atmosphere filled with classic cars and cruise the iconic strip.
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Julian Marley & The Uprising Live
7-10:30 p.m. — The Alpine — Ticketed event — Experience reggae royalty Julian Marley and his band for a night of vibrant music in Reno.
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