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- 1University launches animal science program to build livestock workforce●Animal Science Program to develop workforce for animal-related industries and livestock production
The University of Nevada, Reno has announced an Animal Science Program aimed at developing a skilled workforce for animal-related industries and livestock production. The initiative is designed to train students for careers across the livestock and agricultural sectors. The announcement is drawing attention from those following agricultural education and rural workforce development efforts in the region.
- 2Reno Startup Week returns for its fourth year▼Reno Startup Week returns for its fourth year, connecting local entrepreneurs
Reno Startup Week has returned for its fourth year, bringing together local entrepreneurs for networking, panels and resources aimed at strengthening the region's startup community. Local news coverage highlights the event's role in connecting founders and supporting Reno's growing business ecosystem.
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A candidate in the Reno mayoral race is facing a campaign finance complaint, according to local reporting from KOLO 8 News Now. Details of who filed the complaint and what specific violations are alleged have not been made widely available yet, but the filing lands during an active mayoral campaign and could complicate the candidate's run.
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Reno Startup Week is taking place, with coverage referencing GMR. The event brings together entrepreneurs, investors and community organizers for sessions on building companies in northern Nevada. Details about specific speakers, schedules or GMR's exact role have not been widely reported, and reaction so far appears limited to local coverage.
- 5Truckee Meadows Fire restores curbside chipping program●Truckee Meadows Fire brings back curbside chipping program
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District has brought back its curbside chipping program, allowing residents to have wildfire-prone brush and yard debris chipped at no cost. The service, aimed at reducing fire risk around homes in the Reno-Tahoe area, was a popular defensible-space measure before being paused. Local coverage highlights its return as good news for neighborhoods in fire-prone Washoe County.
- 6Washoe County lays out key dates for 2026 elections▼Washoe County 2026 election: Key dates for mail ballots, early voting and Election Day
Washoe County, Nevada, has published the key dates for the 2026 election cycle, covering when mail ballots go out, the early voting window, and Election Day. The county registrar's guidance helps voters plan ahead for the primaries and general election. Local outlet This Is Reno highlighted the schedule, giving residents in Reno and surrounding areas a single reference point for voting deadlines.