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🌱 Patch AM: Heading home from Burning Man? See where to unload gear in Reno
And on the Reno Patch calendar - The Black Feathers in Reno!
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In today's newsletter:
- Heading home from Burning Man? See where to unload gear in Reno
- How a 20% claims spike could reshape Reno's employee health coverage.
- Raggio Parkway shut down: what we know about the Reno rollover
Also on today's calendar: The Black Feathers in Reno! and 7 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Terri M.!
Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Warmer; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 85 and low of 51 degrees.
- Sunday: Beautiful with plenty of sun, temps: high: 83, low: 55.
- Monday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 87 and low of 54 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
1. After Burn Collection returns to Reno (foxreno.com) — Burning Man travelers heading back through Reno will again have a convenient After Burn Collection site to unload trash, unopened food, water and reusable camping gear. Drop-offs run Sept. 5–7 at 5125 Mill St., with small donations supporting Scout Troop 1847's environmental and community programs while keeping usable items out of local landfills. 
2. Reno employee health plan faces rising costs as claims jump 20% (thisisreno.com) — Reno City Council members are weighing possible changes to the city's self-funded employee health insurance plan after medical claims jumped 20% in the last fiscal year, draining reserves. The brief also invites residents to sign up for free access and daily Reno-focused headlines, underscoring how this financial pressure could shape future city spending and worker benefits.
3. Raggio Parkway closed after vehicle rolls onto its side in Reno crash (foxreno.com) — Raggio Parkway in Reno is closed after a vehicle rolled onto its side Friday afternoon, and police are still on scene. Authorities haven't released details on injuries or how long the closure will last, so drivers should avoid the area and watch for updates as investigators piece together what caused the crash.
4. Local public health emergency declared over ash danger in Reno fires (rgj.com subscription) — Reno-area residents are being urged not to disturb ash or debris from recent wildfires after Northern Nevada's health department declared a local public health emergency. Washoe County, the city of Reno and FEMA are coordinating safe cleanup plans, stressing that fire-damaged properties may contain toxic, cancer-causing or corrosive materials that pose serious long-term health risks.
5. Meet the Reno Fire Department's newest graduating class (2news.com) — Reno residents will see 15 newly graduated firefighters joining local crews as soon as this morning, bringing the Reno Fire Department back to full staffing after weeks of intense wildfire activity. The new hires say they're eager to relieve exhausted firefighters, lean on the tight bonds formed during 20 weeks of training, and honor the sacrifices their families made to support them.
📸 Around Reno
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Reno
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★ Featured events ★
- The Black Feathers in Reno! →
MOUNTAIN MUSIC PARLOR, 735 S Center St, Reno
7:00 pm
Saturday August 29
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Other local events
- Riverside Farmers Market →
Riverside Farmers' Market, 2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV, 89509
8:00 am - Milk & Honey Jewish Cultural Festival →
McKinley Arts & Culture Center, 925 Riverside Dr, Reno
11:00 am - Intro to Leatherworking with Landmark Leather Co. →
Wyld Market Collective, 1640 S Wells Ave, Reno
6:00 pm - Vitalant Bloodmobile is here! See flyer attached to register
Brown Reno, NV 89511
7:15 am - She-Rock: Ladies of the 80's at Reno Public Market →
Reno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Ln, Reno
7:00 pm - Riverside Farmers Market →
Riverside Farmers' Market, 2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV, 89509
8:00 am - Handcrafted Beeswax Candles with Silver Apothecary Co. →
Wyld Market Collective, 1640 S Wells Ave, Reno
6:00 pm - RnB Bingo with Mo Ayala at Reno Public Market →
Reno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Ln, Reno
6:00 pm - Biggest Little Mess Fest Adoption Pop-Up →
The Discovery, 490 S Center St, Reno
10:00 am
Sunday August 30
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
Sunday September 6
Wednesday September 9
Saturday September 12
🗓 Events Nearby
- Brighter Daze - Day 1 →
J Resort, 345 N Arlington Ave, Reno
12:00 pm - Brighter Daze Festival 2026 →
J Resort, 345 N Arlington Ave, Reno
2:00 pm - APEX Fundraising Event
Sepulveda Sparks, NV 89436 - Student Leadership Meeting
Sepulveda Q1
3:00 pm
Saturday August 29
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Not sure if this will reach the intended individual, but I wanted to thank the person who found my lost debit card (last used at Smith's on South Meadows).
Instead of turning it in to the store, or wherever found, they took the extraordinarily big step of contacting the bank to let them know so a hold… (Nextdoor Steamboat) - I just love living here.
It truly is beautiful. I feel just blessed and super grateful for EVERYTHING we have! Mostly for the bond between my son and I . I am so proud of the… (Nextdoor Dickerson)
- Propark Mobility posted a job opening for Bell / Valet Attendant - Hotel (Shuttle Driving Support) in Reno. Apply here.
- Universal Health Services posted a job opening for ADMITTING CLERK, FT Evenings in Reno. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Reno here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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