🌱 Reno Aces Opening Weekend + National Donate Life Month

Good morning, everybody. It's me, Miranda Fraraccio, your host of the Reno Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in our community.

But first, today's weather:

Clouds and sun; windy, colder. High: 35 Low: 19.

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Here are the top three stories in Reno today:

1. During this year's legislative session, various bills were introduced in support of undoing the way the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) manages itself. A bill that will remove certain parts of the state constitution related to the Nevada Board of Regents is currently up for the second session of consideration within the legislature. The legislature is determined to gain more control over the NSHE in the wake of a failed ballot initiative that would have also changed NSHE's governance structure. (This Is Reno)
2. On Saturday, Apr. 1, the Reno Aces celebrate opening weekend with a 15-10 win over the Las Vegas Aviators. The win comes after Ali Sanchez's four hits and Buddy Kennedy's three base knocks at the Greater Nevada Field. (Our Sports Central)
3. The City of Reno officially declared on Saturday that April is National Donate Life Month. The day was commemorated at a ceremony where Donor Network West helped to turn the Reno Arch blue and green which will remain for the entire month. This initiative is meant to raise awareness for organ, eye, and tissue donation, and encourage more northern Nevadans to register as organ donors, as well as honor donors and their families. (2News)

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Today in Reno:

• Art Exhibition at McKinley Arts & Culture Center (9:00 AM)
• Networking Workshop at Truckee Meadows Community College (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• On Saturday, Apr. 29, join the National Automobile Museum for a Cars party and movie night. The even is completely free to all paid visitors and Museum members, and guests will have the chance to get their picture taken with some cool cars, enjoy treats and activities, then watch the Disney classic, Cars, in the Museum Theatre. All pre-registered party attendees will be entered for a chance to win one of three amazing raffle prizes. (National Automobile Museum)
• The Reno Little Theater's production of "Small Mouth Sounds" by Bess Wohl officially opens in less than two weeks. The show will run from Friday, Apr. 14 to Sunday, Apt. 30, as well as pack up its zafus and yoga mats for additional performances at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City at the beginning of May. If you're interested, visit here for ticket information. (Reno Little Theater)
• After a 30+ year long career, the Reno Firefighters Association is celebrating the retirement of Darren Nevada Swinney. He began his career in 1990 as a wildland firefighter and went full-time with Truckee Meadows in 1996, then eventually merged with Reno Fire Department in 2000. The department is extremely grateful for Swinney's service and hard work on Truck 1 for the last 17 years. (Reno Fire Association)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. 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.