Good morning, Reno.

First responders in Fernley are facing off in a friendly competition — they are raising money for breast cancer research, a contest that will support upcoming efforts to fund treatment and prevention programs.

Reno's Honey Bakery was opened in 2007 by immigrant Dennis Lei, who learned Cantonese baking in China and studied at Truckee Meadows to bring unique flavors to locals.

He wakes up early to bake buns, cakes and dim sum—ensuring his shop offers a rare taste of traditional Cantonese goods.

At the Reno City Council meeting, the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority presented its study that projects a 3% rise in tourists for fiscal year 26 and found hotel inventory is growing—despite an expected 1.5% drop in average room revenue.

The study also noted that more sports events will boost room nights as Reno’s reputation continues to grow.

Traner Middle School launched its Walking School Bus today — an initiative set up to help students walk safely from Pat Baker Park to school after families raised concerns about the walking zone.

Attendance has already risen 10% from last year and staff expect more students to join the walk.

On August 13th, University of Nevada, Reno launched Pack AI, a student-driven initiative designed to equip students & faculty with skills, resources and tools to integrate AI into academics and research.

Reno City Council approved the Reno Housing Authority’s request to abandon an alley in old Southwest for a two-story affordable housing project—targeting 40–45 units for residents earning less than 60% of the area's median income—even though nearby residents raised concerns about parking, density, and traffic. The agency will now move into the design phase with detailed plans due by year end and hopes to break ground in early 2027.

On Wednesday, Reno City Council heard financial analyst Jeremy Aguero explain Nevada's C-Tax, which takes money from liquor tax, car registration fees, and sales tax and gives it to local services—such as police and parks.

City Manager Jackie Bryant said the city will study budget details and invite Aguero back later to talk about property and fuel taxes.

The Reno City Council is reviewing an updated C-Tax report to show how funds are used for services like police, fire, and parks.

City Manager Jackie Bryant said this review will help shape a tighter city budget and Analyst Jeremy Aguero noted further tax discussions will continue next month.

The Washoe County Sheriff's Office will use $400k from a Homeland Security Grant to convert a storage room into an ICE interview room and fix the inmate release corridor at the jail—with 10% of the funds required for border security.

Sheriff Darin Balaam said the upgrades are needed while State Senator Fabian Donate warned that the money might be better used for other safety measures.

The American College of Sports Medicine released its list of the 100 fittest cities and Reno earned the top spot in Nevada when it placed 54th nationally - edging out Henderson, Las Vegas and North Las Vegas.

Four Nevada cities made the list and Arlington was named the fittest city in the nation for the second year in a row.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Thievery Corporation Live

7-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theater — Check local listings for prices — Experience a vibrant live performance that blends global influences and genres in a unique musical journey.

Anthony Green in Concert

7:30-9:00 PM — Virginia Street Brewhouse — $30.00 – $41.23 — Experience the emotive sounds of Anthony Green and his fellow artists live on stage.