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Court mandates Nevada Department of Education to cover costs for student's residential program

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Kristen Hackbarth

A Washoe County judge has ordered the Nevada Department of Education to fund residential placement for a Washoe County student with a disability, siding with the Washoe County School District after months of legal back-and-forth. To read this article, please sign in to your account or sign up for a free account, which gets you access to even more articles and our daily newsletter.
Carson City marks Flag Day and Army's 250th birthday with dual events

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Steve Ranson

CARSON CITY — On one side of the Nevada State Capitol grounds, Carson City residents on Saturday morning expressed their rights against the federal government. On the other side at Veterans Plaza, several hundred people honored both the evolution of the U.S. flag and the Army’s 250th birthday. That fact wasn’t lost on Flag Day’s speaker, Brig. Gen. D. Rodger Waters, the state’s adjutant general, who talked about the historical significance of honoring both national institutions.
Reno events to check out this week (6/16/25): Are you into goth? Reggae? Punk? We have you covered.

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Darcy Lenardson

The Reno-Tahoe area this week has music galore. Check out our picks for recommended events below from all over the region. Besides the highlights below, more listings are available on our full calendar. More details are provided below. Are you hosting an event? Get it published here (free and paid options are available) to be considered for next week’s events preview column. Please confirm event details with venues before attending, as schedules may change or events may be canceled.
City council approves $700,000 demolition contract for community assistance center

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Kelsey Penrose

Kelsey PenroseKelsey Penrose is a proud Native Nevadan whose work in journalism and publishing can be found throughout the Sierra region. She received degrees in English Literature and Anthropology from Arizona State University and is currently pursuing a Masters in Creative Writing with the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe. She is an avid supporter of high desert agriculture and rescue dogs.
Nevada's Solar Savings Threatened by Congressional Cuts

1 week ago | thisisreno.com

Nevada retirees benefit from solar energy tax credits, urging lawmakers to support them. Solar saves money and supports local clean energy.
Noise and safety concerns prompt council debate on downtown ordinances

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Kelsey Penrose

Noise concerns were on the table at Wednesday’s Reno City Council meeting—again—concerning Reno’s downtown, along with issues of safety and security at nightclubs and bars. For years, downtown residents have been complaining of noise—specifically bass—which they have said rattles windows and keeps them awake at all hours of the night. To read this article, please sign in to your account or sign up for a free account, which gets you access to even more articles and our daily newsletter.
Circus Circus gets a new fast-casual restaurant with French flair

1 week ago | thisisreno.com | Nora Heston Tarte

Right on theme, Madame Butterwork’s La Crêperie is a whimsical restaurant specializing in breakfast and lunch crêpes and waffles. The ultra-fun and casual sit-down experience is the perfect addition to a day at the circus—or Circus Circus, rather. 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.
Women Veterans Day honors service and sacrifice

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Steve Ranson

Women Veterans Recognition Day on June 12 honored the service, sacrifice and bravery of women who have served in the military. The day recognizes the 1948 Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, which secured a place for women in the U.S. military and offered them opportunities for long-term careers.
Wins and losses during legislative session for Washoe Schools

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Kelsey Penrose

During this year’s legislative session, Washoe County School District prioritized ensuring fair and competitive pay for district staff, providing pre-k and lunch for students, properly funding mandated class sizes, ensuring classrooms are safe, and advocating for less time spent testing and more time learning. To read this article, please sign in to your account or sign up for a free account, which gets you access to even more articles and our daily newsletter.
Trustees approve Marce Herz bathroom repairs, district capital improvement plan

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Kelsey Penrose

Washoe County School District’s Board of Trustees this week approved more than a half million dollars in repairs at Marce Herz Middle School along with the five-year capital improvement plan (CIP) for district building and facility improvements, which will amount to $1.61 billion by the end of 2030. 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.