🌱 Peavine Fire Contained On Monday + Fill The Bus School Supply Drive

Hello again, hello! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Reno Patch newsletter. Let's get this Tuesday started off right with a quick review of the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny; breezy in the p.m. High: 92 Low: 56.

Here are the top three stories in Reno today:

1. The Peavine Fire, initially reported on Jul. 8 in nearby Dog Valley, is now completely contained and remains at eight acres. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire. Despite difficulties in accessing the area due to disrupted road systems caused by winter's snow and rain, crews continued to monitor the fire on Monday. (FoxReno.com)
2. Communities In Schools of Western Nevada is organizing the seventh annual Fill the Bus School Supply Drive, which runs now through Jul. 28. The initiative aims to support almost 9,000 students in 13 K-12 schools in Washoe County by collecting donations such as school supplies, hygiene products, and clothing/uniforms. Various drop-off locations, including Nevada State Bank branches, Great Basin Federal Credit Union branches, and Reno Fire Department stations, are available from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays for people to contribute to the cause. Click the link for a full list of drop-off sites. (KTVN)
3. The Punk Rock Flea Market, previously held in Sparks, will make its debut in Reno as part of Artown. Taking place on Jul. 16 and 17 at Great Basin Brewing, the event will showcase 14 bands, over 100 local vendors, food trucks, kids crafts, and a car smash. With a circus theme, attendees can expect carnival games, circus performers, mermaids, clowns, and face painters. (KTVN)

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Today in Reno:

Tuesday, July 11

• Shuffleboard At West Street Plaza (10:00 AM)
• Line Dancing At West Street Plaza (6:00 PM)
• Downtown Tuesday Music Event Partnership Plaza (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Last weekend, the circus came to town! Click the link to view photos of Circus Bella at Reno Public Market. (This Is Reno)
• Next week, join the Reno Little Theater for Sunday Jazz! Tickets for the event, featuring Susan Mazer and Aditi Bhagwan, are pay what you wish with a suggested $20 donation. (Reno Little Theater via Facebook)
• The SPCA of Northern Nevada is seeking volunteers for its thrift store! Today (Jul. 11) at 1:00 p.m., head to the store (located at 75 E Moana Lane) for a volunteer meet and greet to learn how you can help. (SPCA of Northern Nevada via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— 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.