🌱 Police Traffic Section Honored + Free Kids Dental Care Nov. 5

Hey, neighbors! It's Friday in Reno and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 64 Low: 32.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Reno today:

1. The Reno Police Department's Traffic Section and four of its officers were recently recognized for their outstanding contributions to traffic safety during the 2022 Nevada Traffic Safety Summit. The department's Traffic Section was awarded the title of Program of the Year for its Regional School Safety Zone Initiative, which worked to reduce student-involved crashes in Washoe County. Sergeant Alan Hollingsworth and Officers Michael Lawton, Paul Riedel, and Matthew Moore were also independently recognized for their contributions. (Press Release Desk)
2. Local dentists and hygienists will provide free dental care to kids on Nov. 5 as part of the American Dental Association's Give Kids A Smile program. From 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the TMCC Dental Clinic will offer dental screenings, treatment, emergency care, and oral health education to at-risk and uninsured children under 18. Appointments are required and can be made via email or by calling 775-982-7989. (KOLO)
3. The Reno Fire Department responded to a structure fire at the Park Villa Apartments on Wednesday afternoon. The blaze occurred in a wall between two apartment units and was able to be contained before spreading further. One worker was evaluated for smoke inhalation, but no other injuries were reported. (KOLO)

Today in Reno:

• Passengers: Harvest Moon Festival At Curly Wolf (11:00 AM)
• 3rd Annual Nevada Day Art Sale At Pioneer Center For The Performing Arts (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Heads up, house hunters! Here are the latest homes to hit the market in the Reno area. (Reno Patch)
• Washoe County officials are reminding voters to be aware of potential ballot scams. Do not give your ballot to someone you don't know and trust, and do not allow anyone to pressure you to vote in a particular manner. (Washoe County, Nevada - Government via Facebook)
• The Reno Police Department invites community members to the 2022 Symposium on Community and Policing. Head to Facebook to RSVP. (Reno Police Department via Facebook)

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— Helen Eckhard

About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing associate at Lightning Media Partners. Outside of work, she enjoys constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.