Good morning, Reno.

The Rancho Fire north of Cold Springs burned 1,400 acres and remains uncontrolled as 175 firefighters work to secure control lines and mop up hotspots while gusty winds delay progress — evacuations were lifted early Friday but authorities still advise residents to avoid the area.

A University of Nevada, Reno study found that the 2018 wildfire in Lamoille Canyon caused lasting water quality challenges by leaving nitrogen-rich ash and reduced plant growth in its wake.

The research warns that more severe fires and drier conditions in Nevada will further harm streams—insights that could guide future fire management measures.

Basque cheesecake—recognized as Nevada's iconic dessert by Conde Nast Traveler—was featured as a top sweet in Reno, and readers are asked to email their favorite treat by Tuesday, Aug.

19. The responses will be compiled to crown the city's ultimate dessert.

The Reno Silver Sox will face El Paso tonight—reviving the historic team that played here from 1947 to 1992.

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.

Great Reno Balloon Race

3:30 AM - 12:00 AM — Rancho San Rafael Regional Park — Free entry — Experience the world's largest free hot-air ballooning festival illuminating the skies over Reno.