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Rise and shine, Reno! In today’s edition: New ER opens, Dutch Bros opening soon, win a pinball machine, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Health system expands emergency coverage: Northern Nevada Health System’s North Valleys freestanding ER opened January 5, offering 24/7 care for all ages. It treats common emergencies and is an extension of Northern Nevada Medical Center — get details on care and locations.
Preparing for emergencies together: Reno Fire Department is urging residents to join Community Connect, a voluntary program that helps crews respond faster. Since 2020, 1,567 locals have enrolled, and officials say data stays secure — learn what you can share.
Coffee buzz builds nearby: Dutch Bros is set to open a new north Reno shop off U.S. 395 between North Valleys and Golden Valley, near Smith’s and Bank of America. The business license has been submitted — get all the details.
Are you overpaying? The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. I was paying over $300 for ONE car until I checked out various quotes, switched providers, and ultimately cut my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably losing money too — this free comparison tool makes it easy.
Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had it’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
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🫶 We got your back
Quarterly guidance for property transactions: Northern Nevada Public Health is hosting a presentation today, Jan. 12, from 3 to 4 p.m. at its main location on septic systems and private wells for real estate professionals and residents. NNPH regulates sewage, wastewater disposal, and well construction in Washoe County. Another session is scheduled for April 13, 2026. Get all the details.
Spark your curiosity: Reno’s hands-on science hub, The Discovery, offers make-it stations, tinkering in The Shop, and exhibits like Energy/Energía and a full-scale Allosaurus. A smart midweek reset when you want fresh, family-friendly inspiration beyond another streaming queue.
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📆 Around town this week
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♻ Clothing Swap @ Wildflower on 7th | Tuesday (1/13) at 5:30 PM – Closet purge time, then hit a clothing swap to trade gently loved threads for new-to-you treasures at Wildflower on 7th, the cozy, women-owned co-op. All sizes welcome, snacks and sips included, humblebrags inevitable. Bring a bag, clean items only, shoes and accessories too.
🕹 Pinball Party and Pinball Machine Drawing @ Press Start Bar & Arcade | Tuesday (1/13) at 6:00 PM – Skip the slots and come flip out at a pinball party with free play, good grub, and that big moment when they draw a name for a pinball machine. Bring your inner arcade kid, your reading glasses, and your lucky socks. No quarters, all nostalgia.
🔮 Introduction to Tarot @ Wandering Wyld | Wednesday (1/14) at 6:00 PM – Curious about tarot without the crystal ball? Barbara Wilson of Little Sage Tarot keeps it beginner friendly with basics, interactive exercises, and peer readings if time allows. Two ticket options send you home with a deck, or the full box, journal, and stickers.
🖌 Silk Painting @ Copper Cat Studio | Thursday (1/15) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats making something you’ll wear. Spend a day with artist Louise Noel, choose a long or square scarf, play with resists, alcohol, salt, then take home frame, inks, and extra scarf to keep going. $175 cash if you like dodging fees, $185 otherwise.
🥃 Heaven Hill Tasting @ Whisky Lounge Reno | Thursday (1/15) at 7:00 PM – Trade your bar night for a seated Heaven Hill tasting at Whisky Lounge Reno, led by Ashly Tate, with thoughtful bites to match. This is grown-up sipping, not shots, with stories, flavor notes, and a lineup worth lingering over. Your palate will thank you.
✈ The Truth about Travel Adventures @ Reno-Sparks Convention Center | Friday (1/16) at 10:00 AM – If your suitcase is retired but you are not, this candid session demystifies senior-friendly travel on any budget and ability. From local day trips to cruises abroad, learn real-world tips on discounts, accessibility, insurance, and scam avoidance, plus resources to go confidently.
🖖 Capt. Kirk @ Engine 8 Urban Winery | Friday (1/16) at 6:00 PM – Wine night calls for a rare solo from Capt. Kirk at Engine 8 Urban Winery, where Sparks secretly goes to feel cool again. Expect classic rock and soul, blues, and a little country. Not Starfleet, just smooth pours, tight grooves, and grown-up fun.
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📻 Reno report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 48°F – Low: 25°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 48. Southeast wind around 0 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 25. Southeast wind around 0 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 52°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 52. Southeast wind around 0 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 28. South wind around 0 mph.
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