Good morning, Reno.

Engines revved and chrome shone yesterday as classic cars gathered at 1565 Virginia Ranch Rd for The Chateau’s Cruise for a Cause Show and Shine event—this fundraiser supported the Northern Nevada Alzheimer’s Association with live entertainment, raffles, and a Best in Show vote.

Starbucks will cut nearly 900 non-retail jobs and close about 1% of its North American coffee houses—around 150 to 200 locations—as part of its Back to Starbucks strategy to boost in-store service, CEO Brian Niccol announced on Sept.

25. In Reno, three stores closed in the past year while new ones opened as the company upgrades coffeehouse features, and affected employees will be notified Friday with generous support packages offered.

In Lovelock, Uprise Fiber owner Stephen Kromer pleaded not guilty to 31 felony theft charges after allegedly diverting millions of dollars from a $9.125 million fiber optic project; he was placed under house arrest on May 19 and his trial will begin in June 2027—federal investigators and the USDA have taken further action.

Nearly 100 volunteers gathered at Lam Watah Trailhead in Stateline over the weekend to restore Rabe Meadow and Burke Creek by removing 500 invasive plants, planting 1,000 native seedlings, reseeding 3,000 square feet, and building three beaver dam analogs—efforts organized by Keep Tahoe Blue and the Nevada Tahoe Conservation District during the 28th Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day.

Northern Nevada law enforcement agencies have launched the Joining Forces campaign— an effort aimed at reducing impaired driving during the Street Vibrations Rally in Reno running from September 25 to 28.

High-visibility patrols will enforce safety laws as the event continues.

Twilight in Concert

8-10 p.m. — Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts — Celebrate romance — Enjoy a magical film-to-concert experience featuring live music with a candlelit ambiance.

Bachata Brunch

12-3 p.m. — Reno Public Market — Free community dance lesson — Spice up your Sunday brunch with Bachata dancing and delightful drinks.

Training Firefighters to Win on the Fireground

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Grand Sierra Resort and Casino — $425 — Transform firefighter training with innovative strategies to enhance performance on the fireground.

World Championship Outhouse Races

12-4 p.m. — ATM (Visitors Center) — Free entry — Enjoy a day of laughter as teams race quirky outhouses down historic C Street.

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Tribute Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Grand Theater — Tickets available — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac's music performed by the acclaimed tribute band.

Lakeview Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Virginia Street Brewhouse — $20.00 – $86.03 — Experience the breakout Nashville country duo Lakeview in an evening of blue-collar charm and music.

Russell Dickerson Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theater — Tickets available — Experience the infectious energy and chart-topping hits of this country music superstar.

American Masters - Reno

2:30-4 p.m. — Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket packages available — Experience a musical journey featuring iconic American composers Gershwin, Copland, and the rediscovered works of Florence Price.

Dragon Lights Reno 2025

5-10 p.m. — Wilbur D. May Arboretum — Tickets starting at $76 — Explore an unforgettable display of vibrant dragon lights in a beautiful park setting.

Smerz Live in Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Holland Project — Tickets vary — Experience the captivating sound of Smerz as they blend piano riffs, strings, and vocals in a storytelling performance.