Reno, NV News Roundup (7/27/25)

Hamilton Zanze’s Nevada takeover: San Francisco–based Hamilton Zanze has snapped up 1,048 apartments across three Reno and Sparks complexes, closing on two and set to close on the third in mid-August with plans for extensive value-add upgrades from pool renovations to new fitness centers — find out.

Nevada kids get backpacks: Richard Harris Law Firm handed out 15,000 free, fully stocked backpacks in its fifth annual Project Backpack event, with drop-offs at more than 130 schools statewide — find out how the community joined in.

44th Great Reno Balloon Race: The world’s largest free hot air balloon event returns to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park on Sept. 5 with over 100 balloons, special shapes like Darth Vader and Smokey Bear, a remote-controlled exhibition and the Super Glow Show — find out what’s in store.

Innevation Center marks a decade: The University of Nevada, Reno shines a light on the entrepreneurs, alumni and partners who’ve driven a vibrant hub of innovation over the past ten years — find out how.

Vintage Ford Model T welcome: The iconic Ford Model T is now stationed inside the Reno-Tahoe International Airport main terminal near baggage claim, greeting travelers with a piece of automotive history — check out the full story.

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