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Depoali Middle School student wins Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest
The Reno Fire Department is proud to announce that the Middle School first-place winner of the 2017 Nevada Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest is Chase Carpenter of Depoali Middle School in Reno. Carpenter is one of three Nevada students to be recognized.
10/18/2017 10:34 a.m.
City of Reno responds to safety concerns related to horse activity in south Reno
Since October 1, 2017, four horses have been struck by vehicles and killed in the area of Veterans Parkway and Rio Wrangler Parkway. To address public safety concerns, in the last week the City of Reno has set up four mobile message boards in the area advising motorists to travel 35 MPH.
10/17/2017 3:55 p.m.
ReEnergize Reno seeks to improve efficiency of commercial buildings 20 percent by 2025
The City of Reno is launching an ambitious program, Reenergize Reno, to improve the energy and water efficiency of commercial, industrial and multifamily buildings 20 percent by 2025. The City of Reno will formally launch ReEnergize Reno during an event on October 18, 2017 at 5 p.m.
10/17/2017 10:29 a.m.
October is Arts and Humanities Month in the Reno region
October 2017 is Arts and Humanities Month in the Reno region. The Arts, Culture and Special Events Department at the City of Reno, the Events Department at the City of Sparks and the University of Nevada, Reno School of the Arts would like to invite the media and public to help spread the word.
10/16/2017 9:29 a.m.
Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center pool reopens to the public
The Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center pool, complete with a new roof overhead, will reopen to the public on Monday, October 16, 2017. Reno City Council Members and staff will hold a short ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. prior to the planned lap swim from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
10/13/2017 4:24 p.m.
October 11, 2017 Reno City Council Highlights
In our ongoing commitment to keep citizens and media informed, we’ve summarized the outcomes of a few key agenda items from today’s Regular Meeting of the Reno City Council.
10/11/2017 7:50 p.m.
City of Reno names new Director of Communications
The City of Reno has announced the hire of Rebecca Venis as the new Director of the Office of Communications and Community Engagement (OCCE). Venis will begin her employment with the City on Monday, October 23, 2017.
10/09/2017 3:30 p.m.
October 2017 is Fire Prevention Month in the City of Reno
October 2017 is Fire Prevention Month in the City of Reno. The Reno Fire Department (RFD) would like to invite the media and public to help spread the word as part of the City’s effort to educate the public on the importance of fire safety.
10/09/2017 3:16 p.m.
Advisory: Work to begin Monday at Truckee River Whitewater Park at Wingfield Park
Media and the public are advised that the City of Reno Public Works department will begin a sediment-removal project at the Truckee River Whitewater Park at Wingfield Park on Monday, October 9, 2017 at 7 a.m.
10/06/2017 4:21 p.m.
Home in Ward 3 revitalized as part of City of Reno’s blight initiative
The City of Reno is excited to unveil the first renovated home as part of the Neighborhood Renewal Program. A ribbon cutting will take place on Monday, October 9, 2017 at 10 a.m. at 1411 E. 10th St. in Reno.
10/06/2017 1:08 p.m.
October 11 City Council meeting start time has changed to 9 a.m.
Media and the public are advised that the start time of the Wednesday, October 11, 2017 regular meeting of the Reno City Council has changed to 9 a.m.
10/05/2017 12:52 p.m.
City of Reno statement regarding the passing of Don Carano
On behalf of the Reno City Council, Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve has issued the following statement regarding the passing of Don Carano.
10/04/2017 12:52 p.m.
Reno Fire and Police go pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Reno Fire Department (RFD) and Reno Police Department (RPD) will again be supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October 2017. RFD and RPD are selling custom pink shirts to the public, with the proceeds benefiting Moms on the Run.
10/03/2017 11:27 a.m.
City of Reno statement regarding Las Vegas shooting
On behalf of the Reno City Council, Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve has issued the following statement regarding the Las Vegas shooting. The Reno Police Department has also issued a statement, with updated information. The Reno Arch will go dark tonight, October 2, 2017, to honor the victims.
10/02/2017 11:45 a.m.
Statement about release of investigative report regarding adult businesses
City Manager Sabra Newby has issued the following statement about the release of an investigative report regarding adult businesses in Reno.
09/22/2017 4:08 p.m.
City of Reno celebrates Fiesta Latin@ and recognizes Reno People Project honorees
As part of Reno’s year-long 150th birthday celebration, the City of Reno will host the inaugural Fiesta Latin@ on Saturday, September 23, 2017 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Reno City Plaza. The next 15 recipients of the Reno People Project will be announced during Fiesta Latin@ at 5:30 p.m. Ultimately, 150 people will be recognized by May 9, 2018.
09/20/2017 3:03 p.m.
Mayor Schieve hosts public Conversation on Mental Health and Addiction
Working to change the tide when it comes to mental health and addiction in our region, Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve is inviting Nevada residents and business and community leaders to a two-day summit with local behavioral health experts. The goal is an open and honest conversation about our residents’ needs and the resources available in the Truckee Meadows.
09/19/2017 12:54 p.m.
No residential structures lost in Woodchuck Fire
The Reno Fire Department (RFD) responded today at 1:30 p.m. to a fire in west Reno on the west side of Plateau Road. Forward progress on the 62-acre Woodchuck Fire (#WoodchuckFire) was stopped at approximately 5:30 p.m. No residential structures were lost, and no damage to residential structures occurred. There were no injuries to people or to any animals.
09/18/2017 9:00 p.m.
Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve appointed Committee Chair at U.S. Conference of Mayors
Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve was selected as Chair of the United States Conference of Mayors Standing Committee on Tourism, Arts, Parks, Entertainment, and Sports (TAPES) this week. Mayor Schieve will be the first woman to Chair the committee in over 25 years.
09/15/2017 12:21 p.m.
September 13, 2017 Reno City Council Highlights
In our ongoing commitment to keep citizens and media informed, we’ve summarized the outcomes of a few key agenda items from today’s Regular Meeting of the Reno City Council.
09/13/2017 11:17 p.m.