Good morning, Reno.

Thousands of NV Energy customers in south Reno lost power Thursday as temperatures climbed into the 90s, and by early evening the utility restored service for all homes (a separate outage affecting about 400 customers was also resolved) while forecasts show temperatures remaining above 80°F past 9 p.m.

Investigators from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office updated a poisoning case after 28 pine trees were affected at Burnt Cedar Beach—six in 2022, six in 2024, and 16 this year—resulting in an estimated $300,000 loss, with soil samples tested to identify the substance used and potential felony charges pending.

A law passed during the 2025 legislative session will enforce active school zones as students return to class Monday in Washoe County.

A heat advisory will be in effect in northern Washoe and the Greater Reno area until 8 a.m. Monday so residents should drink plenty of fluids + stay in cool spaces.

Lyon County commissioners approved a zoning change for the Monarch Data Center planned development north of Yerington in a 3-1 vote & one commissioner abstained from voting.

Sparks Police remind riders and parents that not all battery-powered two-wheelers meet Nevada’s e‑bike or e‑scooter standards (devices exceeding limits are treated as motor vehicles and must be registered, insured, and operated safely).

Restriping is underway at Incline Village school crosswalks ahead of the new school year to improve pedestrian safety.

The RTC is working with Sierra Nevada Construction on a pavement preservation contract + planned roadway updates across the area.

NV Energy will begin an overhead electric infrastructure project in the Chimney Peak area on Aug.

10 to reduce wildfire risk and strengthen the electric grid, and drivers should expect construction vehicles + occasional traffic delays as crews work until October.

A heat advisory is in effect until 8 AM PDT Monday in Northern Washoe County and nearby areas as temperatures reach 97 to 103 degrees with overnight lows of 55 to 70 degrees; residents should drink fluids+stay in air-conditioned spaces to avoid heat illness.

The 580 South industrial project in south Reno finished construction of its new Building 3—a 196,560 sqft, Class A, LEED-certified facility—on Aug.

6 at 600 Herz Blvd. Amazon runs a same-day delivery site on the property and plans three more buildings + additional expansion work.

George Thorogood Live in Concert

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets available — Get ready to rock with George Thorogood and enjoy classic vibes and epic blues-rock anthems.