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Reno
Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Reno. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Sierra Resort is undergoing a $1B upgrade that will add an arena, ice rink, parking garage, and workforce housing while removing Grand Adventure Land and the RV park, which closes Oct. 25 to become parking. Players bar will remain and the Grand Bay driving range will stay until a three-story golf center is built—changes that realign the property's features. Reno Gazette Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reno will host a free Fall Tree Walk on October 19 at Virginia Lake Park—starting at 11 a.m.—where tree expert Rod Haulenbeek and meteorologist Angela Schilling will explain how weather influences fall colors. Ward 2 Councilmember Naomi Duerr invites community members to explore tree species and seasonal changes during the walk. 2NEWS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada suspended its Women, Infants, and Children Program on October 9 due to a federal government shutdown that left funds exhausted for services like breastfeeding support, food packages, and nutritional education. The program redirected 531 families to the state WIC program—employees were laid off and offices closed as ITCN hoped for a quick funding solution. KUNR
- ➤ Reno officials approved a new ordinance that permits the construction of granny flats—small accessory dwellings designed to ease the housing crisis for local residents. Reno Gazette Journal
- ➤ At the Reno City Council meeting on Oct 9, city leaders discussed many topics that affect local government and community issues—officials said they will share more details later. 2NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, October 9th, the City of Reno and Rebuilding Together Northern Nevada launched applications for an Older Adults Home Modification Program to help homeowners aged 62 and older stay safely in their homes. The program requires meeting income and homeownership criteria and may assist up to 115 households with modifications such as carpet shifts—raised toilet seats and roll-in showers. 2NEWS
- ➤ Officials in Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County imposed bans on camping and sleeping in vehicles last year to move unhoused people toward services, yet jail records show that detentions of unhoused individuals have already increased. Rising rents and limited affordable housing appear to be worsening the issue—prompting concerns that the bans may discourage residents from seeking help. KUNR
- ➤ Today in Reno, Councilmember Devon Reese said the City is reviewing a state law that allows to-go cocktails in sealed containers—an approach used during the COVID pandemic—and the council will soon decide whether to adopt this rule again. This discussion follows the law passed during this year’s legislative session. 2NEWS
- ➤ Today the Truckee Meadows Regional Planning Governing Board rejected an appeal on the Stonegate Heinz Ranch Development Project re-zoning in Cold Springs, confirming plans for industrial build-up and about 1,300 apartments. Community members voiced concerns over rising energy rates, increased water use, and reduced first responder services—citing the impact on local infrastructure. 2NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Adventure Club Concert
8:00 – 10:30 PM — Virginia Street Brewhouse — $25.00 – $34.61 — Experience the electrifying beats of the renowned Canadian EDM duo, Adventure Club.
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Daryl Hall Live in Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Grand Theater — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of legendary music with Daryl Hall and special guest Glenn Tilbrook.
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Current Joys Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Alpine — $25 – $30 — Experience a night of captivating music from Current Joys and Lala Lala in a vibrant venue.
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Geothermal Discovery Day
Come explore the potential how geothermal can power our world — and why Reno is at the center of it all — at this free, hands-on event for families and curious minds of all ages. The adventure begins at The Discovery, enjoy snacks and drinks, explore interactive exhibits, and catch a live science demonstration; next we’ll head across the street to the Downtown Reno Public Library for a geothermal-themed scavenger hunt with prizes for finishers, a renewable energy story time, face painting and coloring stations.
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