🌱 Bonanza Casino Shooting + Reno Shelter Capacity + 'Train For Tacos'

Hello, hello. It's me, Miranda Fraraccio, your host of the Reno Patch newsletter — here to impart all the most important things happening in our community.

But first, today's weather:

Sunshine; breezy in the p.m. High: 90 Low: 60.

Here are the top three stories today in Reno:

1. In the early hours of Tuesday, a domestic dispute at the Bonanza Casino escalated into a shooting incident, leading to the arrest of Joshua Slater-King, a 36-year-old man. Allegedly targeting his ex-partner's current boyfriend, Slater-King shot the victim before fleeing from the scene. However, he was swiftly apprehended by the Reno Police Department. The injured individual received medical treatment for non-life-threatening wounds, while Slater-King now faces charges of attempted murder, battery with a deadly weapon, and assault with a deadly weapon. (KTVN)
2. The Washoe County Animal Shelter is currently operating at 70 percent capacity, which is an improvement from its previous state of overcrowding. It has been facing a capacity crisis for several months, struggling to accommodate the increasing number of dogs coming in. To address the situation, they are collaborating closely with adoption partners such as the Humane Society and SPCA of Northern Nevada, encouraging people to adopt from these organizations. If the shelter fails to free up space, they may have to resort to euthanizing dogs for the first time in 15 years. (KTVN)
3. The Karma Box Project and Redirect Athletics have partnered to organize a free fitness event called "Train for Tacos," which aims to support individuals in recovery. This transformative community event, taking place on Jul. 9 and following Sundays throughout the summer, combines High-Intensity Interval Training, boxing, and community engagement to address the challenges of mental illness. Participants can experience the positive impact of physical exercise while fostering personal growth and resilience in a safe and inclusive environment. After the workout session, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious taco lunch and connect with others in the community. For more details, interested individuals can contact Grant Denton at grantadenton@gmail.com. (KOLO)

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Today in Reno:

Thursday, July 6

• Dancing In The Streets At Pueblo Street Between Wells Ave & Holcomb Ave (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• On Jul. 8, the May Arboretum Society will be hosting its annual Lavender Day event, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The ninth annual event at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum is free for all ages. (This Is Reno)
• Are you in the market for a new home? There are numerous open houses taking place soon in the Reno area. Click the link to view available properties and their scheduled open houses. (Reno Patch)
• On Tuesday night, a five-acre brush fire broke out in nearby Sparks close to the Los Altos Parkway in the area of Culpepper Drive. The fire was believed to be caused by fireworks. (KTVN)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday. 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.