Good morning, Reno.

Residents can join a free forum today at the Nevada Department of Human Services on Professional Circle from 4 to 6 p.m. to discuss safer, healthier, and more accessible ways to get around Reno.

Lyon County animal shelter is nearly full — officials warned yesterday that without new capacity measures, they will have to start euthanizing dogs for the first time in over a decade.

John Parsons of the North Valleys lost many cherished dogs when the Bug Fire swept through his 55-acre property on Aug.

17, with photos he shared capturing the heartbreaking losses.

Gas prices in Reno increased by 14 cents a gallon compared to last month — a rise that may affect local drivers' fuel budgets.

Uline will host a hiring event on Thursday, Aug.

20 in Reno from 4 to 6 p.m. for warehouse positions paying $26 to $34 per hour and offering health coverage, training and on-site perks, while two managers will be available for interviews by appointment.

Davidson Academy in Reno is ranked fourth in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for the 2026–2027 school year, making it one of the top ten high schools for the second consecutive year.

On Monday, Aug. 17, firefighters reported the Bug Fire was 87% contained and the Stallion Fire 85% contained north of Reno, and all evacuations were lifted, allowing residents (Rancho Haven, Red Rock, and Antelope Valley) to return home.

Crews continued to battle remaining hot spots as weather conditions changed.

After the Stallion Fire burned close to communities on the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation on Aug.

17, firefighters contained the blaze to the hills (south of Nixon). The tribe is now exploring better ways to communicate with other agencies.

NDOT construction projects led to lane reductions and road closures in Reno on Aug.

17. Commuters should plan alternate routes as the work continues.

On Saturday, Aug. 15, candidate Teresa Benitez-Thompson and former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg met with about 100 veterans at Craft Wine and Beer in Reno to discuss faster access to care and benefits — both stressed the need for quicker veteran services.