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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue said the Rancho Fire north of Cold Springs was 25% contained on about 1,400 acres after metal grinding sparked the blaze and triggered evacuations that were later lifted while firefighters worked to secure control lines despite gusty winds. 2NEWS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Malaya, once a pop-up tent selling only a tapa sandwich, is now a food truck and regular vendor at Reno’s year-round farmer’s market—owned by Filipino couple Aren and Therese Reynormal who serve traditional dishes like lumpia, adobo, and tapsilog as they work toward opening a brick-and-mortar restaurant in the future. The business reflects their commitment to sharing authentic Filipino flavors with the community. KUNR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Washoe County Sheriff's Office fined 12 people this weekend for illegally shooting targets near Golden Eagle Regional Park in Sparks—deputies said the groups violated safety rules in a restricted area where shooting near homes and kids is dangerous. KRNV
- ➤ Reno police arrested suspect Maria Rangel-Martinez on August 16 in connection with the January 23 shooting at El Tavern Motel that left 38-year-old Anthony Jimenez dead, and she faces charges of murder with a deadly weapon+residential burglary as the investigation continues. KRNV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Reno-Tahoe hosts the final shows of the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival on Aug. 19, 20, 22 and 23 while many music, food and art events are set up throughout the week. Burning Man begins at one minute after midnight on Sunday—launching the global celebration as local road projects continue. Reno Gazette Journal
- ➤ Tickets for this year's Dragon Lights Festival went on sale online on Monday—this event is set to run nightly from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Gardens in Rancho San Rafael Park from September 26 through November 30. The festival features 40 new lantern sculptures and early bird discounts are available from August 18 to September 25 with the promo code DRAGON2025. 2NEWS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kindergarten students at Hunsberger Elementary began school on August 18th—meeting new friends and receiving first day bracelets as they entered their classrooms with the support of their families. Teachers and staff marked the occasion with a morning breakfast for parents after the children started class. Reno Gazette Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Reno City Council approved transferring an alley near Mount Rose Elementary School to the Reno Housing Authority for up to 45 affordable housing units—public commenters raised concerns about neighborhood changes and the authority will host a meeting later this year to share more details. Reno Gazette Journal
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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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