🌱 Autonomous Robots On UNR Campus + Moana Lane Neighborhood Center

Hello, everybody! I'm here with your Thursday edition of the Reno Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

A shower and thunderstorm. High: 73 Low: 52.

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Here are the top three stories in Reno today:

1. Knightscope, a developer of security robots, has entered into an agreement with the University of Nevada, Reno, to deploy autonomous robots on campus for enhanced security measures. The K5 ASR robots, equipped with advanced robotics and AI technology, will conduct round-the-clock patrols, working in collaboration with the University of Nevada Police Department-Northern Command. Their primary area of operation will be the parking garage adjacent to the student center, reinforcing safety and providing peace of mind to students and faculty. (KOLO)
2. On Tuesday, a ribbon-cutting was held at a new Neighborhood Center on Moana Lane. The ribbon-cutting was held by Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada, SilverSummit Healthplan, and the Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce, bringing pantry services and comprehensive support to central Reno residents and offering them increased accessibility to Catholic Charities' resources. The center features a Client Choice Pantry, resembling a grocery store, where clients can select culturally specific food items that cater to their preferences, and case workers provide a range of services, including health screenings, vaccinations, housing assistance, and parenting classes. (KTVN)
3. A woman was hospitalized on Tuesday night in Reno after being hit by a car on South Virginia Street near Gentry Way at approximately 9:15 p.m. The woman was not in a crosswalk at the time of the incident and was struck by the car and trapped underneath it until she was rescued. She was then taken to Renown Hospital with undisclosed injuries, while the driver remained at the scene. Reno police are currently conducting an investigation, but impairment is not believed to be a factor in the accident. (KTVN)

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Today in and around Reno:

• Tequila & Tapas Tour At Forest St. Station (12:00 PM)
• Maker Family Meetup At The Generator Community Makerspace, Sparks (4:00 PM)
• Alpha Rhythm Kings At Terrace Lounge (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a way to celebrate the upcoming holiday? Here are some of the events, concerts, and parades taking place this Memorial Day weekend. (Subscription: Reno Gazette Journal)
• In need of a new job or looking to switch careers? The Discovery is hiring for multiple positions! To learn more about the available positions, click here. (The Discovery via Instagram)
• It's not too late to apply for an opening on the Washoe County Planning Commission! Applicants must live within Commission District 5 of unincorporated Washoe County and be a registered voter. The deadline to apply is Jun. 5. Click here to learn more and apply. (Washoe County, Nevada - Government via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.