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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 44th Great Reno Balloon Race is set for early September and will feature competitive events along with festive activities. On July 25, journalist Jason Bean enjoyed a hot air balloon ride with pilot Sheldon Grauberger of Balloon Nevada — an experience that showcased the event's preparations. Reno Gazette Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yerington police arrested Travis Bullington on July 24 for being a wanted fugitive from Colorado during a routine stop for an off-road vehicle without headlights near Raley's—officers found meth, equipment for making narcotics, and psilocybin mushroom materials in his truck and trailer. KRNV
- ➤ The Washoe County District Attorney's Office said a suspect charged as an adult for vandalism at Reno High School was actually a minor who turned 18 the day after the incident and will have the case transferred to Juvenile Court. 2NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A restored 1926 Ford Model T now greets travelers at Reno-Tahoe International Airport’s main terminal near baggage claim—framed by the iconic Reno Arch. The National Automobile Museum partnered with the airport for a ribbon-cutting ceremony held this morning at 10:30 a.m., where guests were invited to wear 1920s style clothing and take photos for a chance to win a complimentary family museum membership. 2NEWS
- ➤ At Hot August Nights, classic car enthusiasts in the Reno and Sparks area will see Chevrolet lead registrations with 2,406 entries while Ford's Mustang will edge out the Chevrolet Camaro with 295 registrations. The event will run from Aug. 1 to 10 with only 750 spots remaining and its weekend kickoff scheduled from Aug. 1 to 3 — promising an anticipated automotive showcase. Reno Gazette Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Gold Fire was reported to be 95% contained—firefighters said the blaze burned mostly grass and sagebrush, and officials continued to monitor the area for any further spread. 2NEWS
- ➤ After early reports said the 1,226-acre Gold Fire near Golden Eagle Regional Park was 98% contained—updated details from July 20 at 11:09 p.m. showed BLM had it at 0% containment as fire crews used air support and urged people to stay away. 2NEWS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After restoring access to registration data with a system update on June 10, Reno collected payments on 2,157 overdue parking tickets totaling $67,890.97, a success confirmed in a memo dated July 24—officials expect more upgrades to the parking system in the coming months. 2NEWS
- ➤ Reno City Council approved a resolution on July 23 that lets the city manager lay off more workers to address a $25M deficit after eight employees were already cut, saving about $1.6M in expenses—city officials said further reductions may occur if revenue does not improve. Reno Gazette Journal
- ➤ NDOT crews completed overnight updates to road markings at the Reno spaghetti bowl on July 25th. The crews replaced worn directional shields and installed eight logos and 15 merge arrows using reflective thermoplastic material—improving traffic guidance through the busy interchange. 2NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Hot August Nights 2025
Noon – 10 p.m. — Peppermill Resort Spa Casino — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars with cruises, live music, and cash prizes at Reno's iconic automotive festival.
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Hot August Nights Featuring John Waite
8:15 p.m.–2:15 a.m. — Nugget Casino Resort — Check event page for costs — Enjoy a vibrant car culture showcase paired with live music by John Waite.
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Cowboy Bigfoot and Asphalt Socialites Concert
8 PM — Club Underground — Tickets starting at $5.15 — Experience a night of rock and pop music from local talents.
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Sip and Crunch
1-4 p.m. — Nevada Sunset Winery — All proceeds support cleft lip and palate awareness — Indulge in a delightful evening of freeze dried candy and wine pairings.
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Picnic in the Park
5-7 p.m. — Bartley Ranch Regional Park — Free entry — Enjoy a wholesome plant-based potluck picnic with community discussions on a plant-based lifestyle.
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