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NNPH Offers Updated COVID-19 Vaccines for Free

This Is Reno @thisisreno.bsky.social · 7h

NNPH is offering updated COVID-19 vaccines for children and uninsured residents. The new version protects against newer variants. Call 775-328-2402 for appointments.

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Northern Nevada Public Health offers updated COVID-19 vaccines for children and uninsured individuals. Appointments available for those 6 months and older.

Fire Aid Agreement Delay Puts Reno at Risk

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Opinion: Thomas Daly says Reno Fire and Truckee Meadows Fire need an automatic aid agreement to prevent delayed fire response and greater risk to homes.

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Delay in approving automatic aid agreements for fire response between Reno and Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District puts residents at risk.

Nevada's $7M Insurance to Cover Cyber Attack Impact

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Nevada’s $7M insurance policy is expected to cover costs from the Aug. 24 cyber attack. Lawmakers are considering next steps to strengthen cybersecurity.

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Nevada's $7 million insurance policy is expected to cover the fiscal impact of a recent cyber attack. Details about the attack will be released.

Historic Wendover Airfield: A Look Back in Time

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Wendover Airfield trained WWII bomber crews and now stands as a preserved piece of military history. Restoration work continues on hangars and the Enola Gay’s bomb-loading pit.

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Discover the fascinating history of Wendover Airfield, a former WWII base that served as a secret training ground for bomber groups and top-secret missions.

Shutdown Threatens Veterans' Healthcare: Sen. Rosen

This Is Reno @thisisreno.bsky.social · 14h

Nevada leaders push Congress to end the shutdown and protect health care, workers and funding for key programs.

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As the federal government shutdown continues, Nevada Sen. Jacky Rosen pushes for extension of Affordable Care Act to prevent loss of healthcare coverage.

Trump Administration Cuts Diversity Programs at HSIs

This Is Reno @thisisreno.bsky.social · 19h

The Trump administration has frozen $350M in grants for Hispanic-Serving Institutions, affecting Nevada colleges that support Hispanic and low-income students.

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The Trump administration's efforts to end diversity programs threaten Hispanic-Serving Institutions, risking federal funding and student success.

Thousands Join 'No Kings' Protest in Downtown Reno

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Thousands joined the second “No Kings” rally in downtown Reno, protesting President Trump’s policies and calling for unity and democracy.
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The latest news in Reno, Nevada, including local business, government, education, music and arts. Updated daily.

Washoe County Board to Discuss Funding, Projects, and Policies

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Washoe County commissioners will review fire preparedness, transportation and major Tahoe-area developments at Tuesday’s meeting.

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Washoe County Board of Commissioners to review fire safety, transportation, development proposals, and more on Oct. 21.

Nevada to Expand Wildfire Detection with 53 Cameras

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NV Energy and UNR will install 53 new wildfire cameras by 2026, expanding the ALERTWildfire network to improve fire detection and response.

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NV Energy expands wildfire detection with 53 new cameras in Nevada, enhancing response and mitigation efforts through partnership with ALERTWildfire.

Mining Project Near Ash Meadows Faces Lawsuit

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Conservation groups plan to sue the feds over approval of a mining project near Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, alleging Endangered Species Act violations.

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Environmental groups plan to sue the federal government over a mining project near Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, alleging Endangered Species Act violations.

Reno City Council to Discuss Budget, Sewer Fees and Jacobs Entertainment

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The Reno City Council will meet Wednesday to review a packed agenda that includes updates on Jacobs Entertainment’s development projects, sewer rate discussions and city budget revisions.

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Reno City Council to discuss business licenses, infrastructure projects, budget revisions and Jacobs Entertainment at next meeting.

Nevadans Face Healthcare Crisis as Tax Credits Expire

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The University of Nevada Wolf Pack hosted the San Francisco State Golden Gators at Mackay Stadium on Oct 20, 1962. UNR Digital Collections has the program cover for the game. It ended in a 14-14 tie; their only tie in 25 meetings between the schools. unr.dgicloud.com/node/37672

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This Is Reno @thisisreno.bsky.social · 2d

Nevadans fear losing health coverage as ACA subsidies near expiration. Rising premiums and the loss of tax credits could leave many uninsured, residents told Sen. Jacky Rosen.

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Rising healthcare costs and expiring tax credits threaten affordable healthcare for Nevadans. Premiums may increase drastically, impacting families and individuals.

Complaints Pour in for Nevada DMV's New Vehicle Portal

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Nevada DMV got nearly 2,000 unregistered vehicle complaints in under a week, but none have gone to police. Reno PD is working with DMV to figure out next steps.

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Nevada DMV receives 1,900 complaints about unregistered vehicles, but none have been forwarded to local law enforcement agencies.

Approved Washoe County Library Budget: $17.6 Million

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The second national “No Kings” protest against President Donald Trump and his administration’s policies drew thousands to downtown Reno on Saturday. A similar protest in June drew record crowds.

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Washoe County Library Board approved a $17.6M budget that avoids layoffs and closures while maintaining services. The plan now goes to county commissioners.

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The Washoe County Library Board of Trustees approves next fiscal year's budget, maintaining operations and employees. Budget relies on library expansion fund.

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Ethics Complaint Against Joseph Rodriguez Dismissed

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Sparks Council member Joseph Rodriguez was cleared in a Nevada ethics probe after a deferral and dismissal agreement. The commission found no ethics violations.

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Nevada Commission on Ethics approves agreement dismissing ethics complaint against Sparks City Council member Joseph Rodriguez.

New School of Rock Location Opens in Reno, NV

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#NoKings protesters take over city plaza in downtown Reno.

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Reno’s first School of Rock opens Oct. 18 with a free event 2–4 p.m. at 5890 S. Virginia St., featuring live music and a guitar smash.

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School of Rock franchise opens in Reno, offering music education through lessons, rehearsals, and live performances. Grand opening on Oct. 18.

Study Links Late Frosts to Increased Bear Encounters

This Is Reno @thisisreno.bsky.social · 4d

UNR study finds late-spring frosts destroy bear food sources, driving Nevada’s bears into neighborhoods and increasing conflicts.

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Late-spring frosts in western Nevada's Sierra Nevada range lead to increased human-bear conflicts as bears seek food in human areas, study finds.

Reno Community Survey Reveals Mixed City Perceptions

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Public pushback delays Reno’s sewer-rate hike. Hear more on This Is Reno’s latest podcast covering city and county news.

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Get the latest Reno news headlines on the dissolution of the Department of Alternative Sentencing, survey results, sewer rate debate and more.

Nevada Educators Warn of SNAP Cuts' Impact on Students

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Nevada educators warn SNAP cuts will worsen student hunger and strain school food programs.

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Nevada educators warn that cuts to SNAP will harm school food programs, leading to more hungry students and lower academic performance.

NNPH Launches Dashboard for Flu, RSV and COVID-19 Tracking

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NNPH launched a new dashboard to track flu, RSV and COVID-19 in Washoe County. Updated weekly at nnph.org/respiratory.

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Northern Nevada Public Health launches a dashboard to track flu, RSV, and COVID-19 activity in Washoe County, providing weekly updates and public health alerts.