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Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? π€ (Answer below!)
1. Bear killed after being hit by car near South McCarran and West Plumb in Reno (mynews4.com) β A young bear was killed after being hit by a car near South McCarran Boulevard and West Plumb Lane in Reno Thursday night, prompting a warning from state wildlife officials. NDOW urges drivers to be extra cautious as bears roam more widely for food before winter and reminds residents it's illegal to remove claws or other parts from a bear carcass.
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2. UNR Hosts a Remembrance Ceremony to Honor 9/11 Victims and Veterans (nevadasagebrush.com) β A 9/11 remembrance at the University of Nevada, Reno brought students, staff, and veterans together on the Quad to plant 2,977 flags and honor lives lost. Speakers, including a Reno-born Army veteran who enlisted after the attacks, reflected on the tragedy's lasting impact and the sacrifices of veterans and first responders connected to the community.
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3. Climate Change is adding warmer days to fall in Reno and beyond (kunr.org) β Fall in Reno is getting noticeably warmer, with a new analysis finding the city leads the Southwest in fall temperature increases, nearly 8 degrees since 1970. Researchers warn that more hot autumn days could raise energy costs and heighten health risks for children, seniors, and outdoor workers, making heat awareness increasingly important for local residents.
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4. Vigil Held for Charlie Kirk's One-Year Death Anniversary (nevadasagebrush.com) β A student chapter of Turning Point USA at the University of Nevada, Reno hosted a quiet vigil at Dick Taylor Memorial Park to mark one year since conservative activist Charlie Kirk's death. Reno police briefly monitored the peaceful gathering, which drew both supporters and curious onlookers from campus, and ended with shared memories, a moment of silence, and prayer.
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5. Bishop Manogue gets past Reno for first football win of the season (rgj.com subscription) β Reno High's football team fell 31-23 to Bishop Manogue at Foster Field, despite a strong rushing performance from Jackson Mathews and a late rally that pulled Reno within one point. The story also recaps other Northern Nevada high school games, including Damonte Ranch's rivalry win in South Reno and upcoming Week 5 matchups that local fans may want to catch.
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