🌱 Vaccination Event + Grand Theft Auto Suspect Arrested

Hello again, friends. It's Wednesday in Reno and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Let's do this.

First, today's weather:

A stray afternoon thunderstorm. High: 90 Low: 64.

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Here are the top three stories today in Reno:

1. Washoe County Health District is hosting a vaccination event on Saturday for the back-to-school season. The event will be held at 1001 East 9th Street, Building B between 8:00 a.m. and noon. Appointments are not required but they are encouraged. Click to schedule an appointment. (KOLO)
2. The Reno Fire Department is investigating an apartment fire that occurred on Tuesday morning. The fire was quickly contained by crews on Cannan Street. The roadway was closed for several hours due to the incident. The cause of the fire is under investigation. (KOLO)
3. The Reno Police Department has arrested a suspect that allegedly stole a car with two small children inside. Jason Day, 48, was arrested in Carson City. The vehicle was stolen when the mother went into a pharmacy on South Virginia St. Day has been charged with grand theft auto, kidnapping, and child endangerment. (KRNV)

Today in Reno:

• Feed The Camel At The McKinley Arts and Culture Center (5:00 PM)
• Planning Commission Meeting At The City of Reno (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• US National Weather Service Reno Nevada reports that a Fire Weather Watch is in effect through tonight. There will be an abundant amount of lightning occurring. Click for the full report. (US National Weather Service Reno Nevada via Facebook)
• The Nevada Humane Society has created a Summer Pet Safety website. Click to view safety tips and resources. (Nevada Humane Society via Facebook)
• Want to get involved in your community? The City of Reno has multiple board openings. Click to apply. (City of Reno)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a born and raised Rhode Islander, now living in New York. She works as a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and is a graduate of The University of Rhode Island, where she earned a degree in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or photographing her neighborhood as a street photographer.