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Reno Punk Rock Flea Market
The Reno Punk Rock Flea Market took place Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21 in Sparks at the El Sol de Nevada Soccer Club. The event featured 14 bands, including Dwarves, The Copyrights, The Atom Age, Zoinks!, Boss' Daughter, and Heterophobia. Attendees were able to shop from over 150...
RPD names new assistant police chiefs
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Reno Police Department announced two new assistant police chiefs. Oliver Miller and Chris Jacobsen were named to those positions Thursday. Miller and Jacobsen replace Deputy Chief positions. Miller started his career in law enforcement in 2000 and now oversees the Support Services Division which includes...
North Valleys Fitness hosts fundraising event called Row4Recovery
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) -Join North Valleys Fitness at the Reno Public Market this Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. for their row marathon relay called Row4Recovery. Teams of 6 will compete in a marathon relay row, going a total of 42,195 meters, to raise funds for local nonprofits and bring awareness for Reps4Recovery, a non-profit initiative that provides coaching certifications, job opportunities, and access to free fitness resources for members of our community in recovery.
Celebrating Passover with Jewish Nevada’s Northern Nevada Council
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) -Starting from April 22 until April 30, a week-long Passover celebration will take place. This is one of the most widely observed holidays in Judaism. Passover is known for its rich traditions and historical significance, and it is celebrated in our community with a range of events, gatherings, and observances.
Man Sentenced to Life for Intentional Fatal Crash Along Battle Born Way
A man has been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after intentionally running down five people with their car in 2020. According to a release from the Sparks Police Department Luis Antonio Guerrero was sentenced on March 25th for the crimes of 2nd-degree murder, use of a deadly weapon enhancement, and four counts of battery with a deadly weapon.
Dairy Queen making a comeback in Reno with new store on Mt. Rose Highway
Blizzards will be blended in the Biggest Little City once more. A new Dairy Queen is being constructed on the corner of Mount Rose Highway and Wedge Parkway, according to a permit issued by the city of Reno. The Dairy Queen will be on a half-acre parcel at the Galena Junction shopping center. Current...
Black Jacket Symphony coming to the GSR to perform Purple Rain this July
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Black Jacket Symphony will be coming to GSR this July to perform Prince’s Purple Rain. They will be making their Reno debut at the Grand Theatre on July 7 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets will go on sale this Friday at 10:00 a.m., and will start...
10 arrested, rooms condemned over fentanyl exposure at Vagabond Inn
Police returned to the Vagabond Inn in Reno on Thursday for the second sweep for wanted suspects within a month, netting over a dozen arrests and citations. The special operation by the Reno Police Department's Community Action Office, in coordination with other law enforcement units and agencies, led to six misdemeanor and four felony arrests, with five misdemeanor citations issued, police said. ...
'Sustainability Engine' aims to tackle climate challenges in the Southwest
To help confront challenges like drought and extreme temperatures, the National Science Foundation has granted $15 million to Desert Research Institute, University of Las Vegas and more.
WCSD invites community to meet superintendent finalists
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Washoe County School District is inviting people to an event where they can meet the finalists for their superintendent position. Families, students, and district employees are invited to Wooster High School at 5:00 p.m. on April 25 to meet the five candidates. The event will end at 8:15 p.m.
Reno woman dies after fire at Lakemill Lodge apartments in downtown Reno
The victim in a Tuesday morning fire at the Lakemill Lodge apartments in downtown Reno has died. The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner's Office identified Doni J. Rogers, 57, as the victim. ...
Support quality of education, support transparency | Jeff Church
I am Watchdog Jeff Church and I am running for re-election to the WCSD School Board District A, serving south Reno and Incline Village. If the opposition gets in, a curtain of secrecy will descend on the school district. The district is awash in dysfunction and declines in quality of education across the...
Northern Nevada is lacking Sign Language Interpreters
The northern Nevada region is currently facing a challenge with finding more sign language interpreters. According one professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, when you don't have enough sign language interpreters, that can limit communication and accessibility for the deaf community. That's why in the 2023 fall semester she...
Earth Day celebration at Idlewild Park
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Many locals have spent Saturday celebrating the upcoming Earth Day at the annual celebration at Idlewild Park. The event featured many local vendors who were able to display their businesses and programs to the community. Two participants we spoke to say that this event if fun...
Coffee Shops Celebrating Earth Day
Some coffee shops in the northern Nevada area are celebrating Earth Day with special deals and events. The Human Bean is partnering with Trees for the Future, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to fighting hunger, poverty and environmental issues. Each drink sold on Monday, April 22, will help plant...
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