🌱 Drug Trafficking Arrests + Reno International Art Show Begins

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Smoky with increasing clouds. High: 92 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories in Reno today:

1. The Regional Narcotics Unit has arrested Kerry "Fab" Williams, 34, and James Plummer, 40, for allegedly trafficking illegal drugs in Reno. The two individuals were arrested near the Atlantis Hotel Casino Resort with 5.15 pounds of meth and 11.8 ounces of heroin. The Regional Narcotics Unit is a coalition of the Reno Police Department, the Sparks Police Department, and various local law enforcement agencies. (KOLO)
2. The Reno Tahoe International Art Show has officially begun at the Reno Sparks Convention Center. The event will run through this Sunday. Watch a video interview with Briana Dolan of the Reno Fine Arts Collective on Fox 11 about the show, or visit rtiashow.com for ticketing information. (FoxReno.com)
3. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is warning the community about individuals impersonating law enforcement officials. The two individuals allegedly approached homes in Washoe Valley and introduced themselves as detectives with the department. Residents are reminded that law enforcement will not fail to provide names, badges, or commission numbers. Anyone suspecting an individual of impersonating law enforcement can call the department at 775-328-3001. (Press Release Desk)

Today in Reno:

• Reno Tahoe International Art Show At Reno-Sparks Convention Center (10:00 AM)
• Jackpot Of Gems Show At Reno-Sparks Convention Center (Noon)
• The Great Reno Balloon Race 2022 At Rancho San Rafael Regional Park (All Day)

From my notebook:

• Check out the latest list of adoption-ready pets in the Reno area searching for a forever home. (Reno Patch)
• Reno Little Theater will be presenting "Into the Woods" this weekend. Click to get tickets! (Reno Little Theater via Facebook)
• The North Valleys Citizen Advisory Board meeting is scheduled for Sep. 12 at 6:00 p.m. Click for the full agenda. (Washoe County)

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— Helen Eckhard

About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing assistant at Lightning Media Partners. She is a self-professed logophile who is currently pursuing her master’s degree in library science. Outside of work, you can find Helen constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.