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Monday, August 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday night, a man died after being stabbed at John Champion Park at 957 Kuenzli Street in Reno—police responded at 10:50 p.m., provided emergency treatment until REMSA arrived, and the suspect remains at large. KRNV
- ➤ The Washoe County Sheriff's Office reported a new phone scam in which fraudsters pose as mortgage lenders or government agencies and pressure people into taking urgent action on their home loans—residents are advised to verify calls by contacting their mortgage providers directly. 2NEWS
- ➤ A runaway teenager missing since mid-July was found safe on August 10 after she was last seen near Silverada Boulevard, according to the Washoe County Sheriff's Office (WCSO). 2NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, the final day of Hot August Nights at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, vintage vehicles competed for awards including a $5,000 grand prize—highlighted by a 1966 Volkswagen restored over 15 years by its owner Alex Hernandez and his family. Executive Director Deny Dotson said he will begin planning next summer's event after a brief rest. KRNV
- ➤ Local officials and business representatives announced their award-winning picks yesterday—part of the Grand Finale parade and awards ceremony of Hot August Nights at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. 2NEWS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new Climate Central report revealed that extreme heat streaks had become more frequent in Mountain West cities, with places like Denver and Colorado Springs facing several more streaks than in the 1970s. Experts in Reno warned that older homes built without air conditioning now face higher cooling demands and stressed power grids (which could increase blackout risks) as temperatures rise. KUNR
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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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Portrait Society of Reno
10 AM – 2 PM — Nevada Fine Arts — Free and paid options available — Celebrate the vibrant art scene with local artists in Reno.
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Annual Invitational Golf Tournament
8:00 AM shotgun start — Lakeridge Golf Course — Registration opens at 7:00 AM — A competitive day of golf benefiting Family Respite Care of Nevada.
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The Emo Night Tour
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Virginia Street Brewhouse — Ticketed event — Experience the best emo songs from bands like My Chemical Romance and Fall Out Boy in a nostalgic dance atmosphere.
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Joe Samba with Wheeland Brothers
8-9:30 p.m. — The Alpine — Tickets from $25.15 — Enjoy a night of great music with Joe Samba and Wheeland Brothers in Reno.
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Building Confidence Workshop with Emily Jaenson
3:30-6 p.m. — Zephyr Wine Bar + Bottle — Free entry — Empower yourself with practical tips and leave with a best-selling book on confidence.
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Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off
9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Victorian Square — Free entry — Celebrate barbecue culture with top pitmasters and free concerts at this annual rib competition.
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Off the Rails Summer Concert Series
6-10 p.m. — Locomotion Plaza — Free entry — Experience an eclectic mix of local and regional musical talents under the stars in a laid-back atmosphere.
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