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Hello Reno! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why a Reno firefighter’s DUI charge was dropped after a serious crash
  • Which Reno schools are closing and rezoning after the board’s vote?
  • Thinking of tackling Washoe Lake’s dunes? Read this first

Also on today's calendar: Truckee Meadows Community College Concert Winds Performance and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in Renofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Terri M.!

Today's riddle: What did the alien say to the puzzle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Find out what's happening in Renofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, nice and warm, with a high of 62 and low of 29 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunshine and nice, temps: high: 60, low: 25.
  • Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 57 and low of 27 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Reno firefighter pleads guilty to reckless driving from head-on crash while off-duty (mynews4.com) — A Reno firefighter has pleaded guilty to felony reckless driving causing substantial bodily harm after a head-on crash in northwest Reno, and will be sentenced in March. The original DUI charge was dropped because blood was drawn too late under Nevada law, frustrating the injured driver, who continues medical treatment. Reno Fire officials have not yet said whether the firefighter remains employed.
   

2. Washoe County School Board approves bargaining agreement, school zoning changes (foxreno.com) — Washoe County school trustees in Reno have approved a new two-year contract with the teachers union and signed off on major school zoning changes tied to a new elementary campus at Pine Middle School. Several Reno-area schools will be closed, modernized, or rezoned, with the changes taking effect in the 2028–29 school year and affecting families across multiple neighborhoods.
   

3. Unusual terrain: The Dune Trek at Washoe Lake State Park is otherworldly, ever-shifting and right in our backyard (renonr.com) — If you’re itching for a nearby adventure, the Dune Trek at Washoe Lake State Park offers shifting sand, big views and a navigation challenge just a short drive from Reno. A local guidebook author explains why this ever-changing route can be confusing, but also rewarding, and shares practical tips on access, wayfinding and what to expect under different conditions.
   

4. Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue mourns unexpected loss of off-duty battalion chief (mynews4.com) — Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue is mourning the sudden off-duty death of Battalion Chief Ryan Rizzuto and has activated critical incident support for its crews. Reno and Sparks fire departments briefly handled calls Sunday night so TMFPD personnel could gather, while the district asks the community to give the family privacy and keep them in their thoughts.
   

5. Cal Poly indoor track and field sets school records in Reno (fresnobee.com) — Reno hosted a strong start to Cal Poly Humboldt’s indoor track season, with athletes setting eight new school records at the Silver State Invitational at the University of Nevada, Reno. Local fans saw standout performances in pole vault, middle distance, sprints, and throws, with several marks likely to qualify for nationals and more big meets ahead in Spokane this winter.
   

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