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Hello, Reno! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Reno Daily. Let's get this day started off right, with a quick guide to the most important things happening these days in town.

First, today's weather:

Breezy in the afternoon. High: 71 Low: 42.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Reno:

  1. Although there is still an ongoing meltdown with cryptocurrency at the moment, there may be some good news on the way. The underlying technology is still marching forward with many practical applications for local governments. The most recent development actually took place in Reno. The Biggest Little Blockchain, a resident-run blockchain app, was launched with the intent to create "a single ledger, documenting consecutive transactions in a designated process." (American City & County)
  2. This year, World Refugee Day lands on Jun. 20. It is a day dedicated to celebrating the strength and courage of people who have had to flee their home country to escape conflict and/or persecution. According to the UN Refugee Agency, "World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honor refugees around the globe." The Northern Nevada International Center is participating in honoring refugees around the world by hosting a community celebration at Miguel Ribera Park on Jun. 18. For more details, please check out the article. (KOLO)
  3. Are you looking to find a new home in the Reno area? Patch and Redfin have got you covered. They have compiled a list of the best new homes on the market so you don't have to! There is a beautiful 1,040-square-foot home with three beds and one bath that you have to check out. For the full list, please read the full article. (Reno Patch)

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Today in Reno:

  • Movie In The Park at Sun Valley Community Park (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The Nevada Humane Society is looking for more volunteer photographers to help capture their pets' true personalities. If you are interested, please visit this site for more information! (Nevada Humane Society via Facebook)
  • The Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets of Reno is asking for your help in spreading the word for Blue. Blue was lost on Jun. 1 near Scolaries Grocery Store. Please reach out if you have any further information. (Reno, NV - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
  • Reno Food Tours encourages you to "drink, dance, and be merry!" Click here for more information on available guided food tours downtown and midtown. (Reno Food Tours via Instagram)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Dominique-Noelle Rafael

About me: Dominique is a self taught UX/UI designer based in Princeton, NJ. She recently graduated from the University of Maryland last spring with a bachelor's degree in Information Science. She is excited to begin working on the Patch newsletter project this year!

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