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Upcoming Events and News for Nevada Veterans and Armed Forces

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Steve Ranson

Armed Forces DayFallon — The fifth annual Fallon Armed Forces Day is slated for May 17 at the Rafter 3C Complex, 255 Sheckler Road. The event’s hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A free lunch will be provided to U.S. military members, veterans and first responders. Armed Forces Day will also feature crafters, vendors, food, live music and more. Register for a booth or become a sponsor. Contact nevadacommunityalliance.com or call 775-315-6571.
City Council upholds conditional use permit for the J Resort, outdoor entertainment

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Kelsey Penrose

The Reno City Council on Wednesday upheld the city Planning Commission’s approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) that allows Jacobs Entertainment to host outdoor live entertainment until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The permit also allows live entertainment for two events per year until 12:15 a.m.This article requires a paid subscription to read. Please Sign In or subscribe here. Your subscription goes directly to paying our journalists to report local news.
Easter celebration, boot scootin' brunch among top Reno events this week

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Darcy Lenardson

This week in Reno offers everything Easter, a chance to scoot your boots and a whole lot more. Check out our picks of this week’s recommended events below from all over the region. To read this article for FREE, please sign in to your account or sign up for a free account.
Andelin Family Farm hosts 'Baby Animal Days' for a month of family activities

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Nora Heston Tarte

Watching a baby goat being birthed was not on my bingo card for 2025, but thanks to Baby Animal Days at Andelin Family Farm, it’s an unknown bucket list item realized. To read this article for FREE, please sign in to your account or sign up for a free account.
More than 2,100 attend world's largest whiskey tasting and sports event at Reno-Sparks Livestock Center

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Nora Heston Tarte

More than 2,100 people showed up for what organizers are calling the largest whiskey tasting and outdoor sports event in the world on April 5, 2025. Held at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Center, Team Whiskey Bonanza featured local distillers, a mechanical bull, a surfing simulator and more. This article requires a paid subscription to read. Please Sign In or subscribe here. Your subscription goes directly to paying our journalists to report local news. Paying subscribers also see far fewer ads. Thank you.
Lombardo disses Democratic voters, and has a raunchy message for detractors

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Dana Gentry

by Dana Gentry, Nevada CurrentSounding more like Rodney Dangerfield than the chief executive of Nevada, Gov. Joe Lombardo complained last weekend to a Republican gathering that he’s getting no respect in the Democratically-controlled Nevada Legislature, which he says has left him impotent to chart a course for the state. “Unless you have that majority, you can’t make this difference.
Washoe County school trustees hear proposals to cut millions from budget deficit

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Kelsey Penrose

The Washoe County School District faces a multi-million dollar deficit, and staff are working to identify areas to cut or reduce spending to close the gap. This article requires a paid subscription to read. Please Sign In or subscribe here. Your subscription goes directly to paying our journalists to report local news. Paying subscribers also see far fewer ads. Thank you.
Need for eviction assistance ‘is only going to get greater,’ state lawmaker warns

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Michael Lyle

By Michael Lyle, Nevada CurrentAnticipating growing economic hardship, state lawmakers are considering appropriating an additional $25 million in eviction diversion funds to prevent tenants who fall behind on rent from being locked out of their homes. Assembly Bill 475, heard Friday in the Assembly Ways and Means Committee, would appropriate $18 million to Clark County and $7 million to Reno to continue their ongoing eviction diversion programs.
Reno events to check out this week (4/7/25): Hang in a hammock, support the arts and punk out while you shop

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Darcy Lenardson

Darcy Lenardson is an editor and actor who has enjoyed living in the Reno area since 1995. She previously worked in public relations and marketing as Special Projects Manager/Head Newsletter Editor for the Nevada Mining Association for over 13 years. Darcy is a proud graduate of the University of Arizona where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.
Easter in Reno: Buffets, brunches and festive events

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Nora Heston Tarte

Easter falls among those occasions in Reno that seem to call for themed buffets and prix fixe menus. So, if you’re looking for a place to gather with friends and family in your Sunday best, look no further than the local hotspots listed below. Plus, we’ve rounded up some other themed events around Reno. This article requires a paid subscription to read. Please Sign In or subscribe here. Your subscription goes directly to paying our journalists to report local news.