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🌱 Patch AM: Lost SNAP-purchased food in recent fires? Your replacement deadline just moved.

Coming up on the Reno Patch calendar: The Black Feathers in Reno!

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Good morning to you Reno! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Lost SNAP-purchased food in recent fires? Your replacement deadline just moved.
  • South Reno bakery reopens after second car crash through its storefront.
  • How close did wildfire come to shutting down Courage House Nevada?

Also on today's calendar: The Black Feathers in Reno! and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Kay S.!

Today's riddle: What is the longest word in the dictionary? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 92 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 93, low: 63.
  • Monday: Partly sunny, with a high of 90 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Nevada extends SNAP replacement benefits deadline for wildfire losses to August 28 (mynews4.com) — If you're a SNAP recipient in Washoe County or the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony who lost food in the Bug or Stallion fires or related outages, you now have until August 28 to request replacement benefits. The state secured a federal extension, and affected residents can report losses by visiting a Division of Social Services office or calling 775-684-7200.
   

2. South Reno bakery's front window crashed into by cars twice in just over two years (2news.com) — A south Reno bakery, Haven on Earth off Double R Boulevard, has now had cars crash through its front windows twice in just over two years, most recently nearly hitting a mom, child, and staff. With help from the City of Reno, firefighters, and health officials, the gluten-free shop quickly reopened using a makeshift door and is asking residents to support them by stopping in.
   

3. Courage House Nevada saved from Bug Fire just 6 months after opening (kolotv.com) — A Reno-area home for trafficked girls, Courage House Nevada, narrowly escaped the Bug Fire as flames reached its front door before firefighters saved the property. Staff, girls, and animals had to evacuate, and now the nonprofit faces uncertainty over renewing costly fire insurance that's essential to keeping its state license and continuing services.
   

4. Fallon downs Reed; Galena, Damonte Ranch roll to victories (rgj.com subscription) — High school football fans in Reno have plenty to talk about after Fallon edged Reed and Bullard slipped past Reno High 34-33 in a controversial finish. The roundup also highlights upcoming games involving Reno-area schools at Mackay Stadium and across Northern Nevada, giving local fans a clear look at who's playing where next weekend.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Charter and Cox Communications Complete Transaction —Danielle Dunn Read on Patch
  • My sister moved to Reno yesterday and her cat, Milo, got out.
    He is a tabby cat with has white-tipped front paws and white back legs. His chest is white. They live in the Altitude Apartments on Summit Ridge in… (Nextdoor N McCarran)
  • Hello Stead/ Sierra Sage area!
    Emergency my daughters Tan chihuahua is missing. She was last at the Sierra sage golf course with daughters boy friend. She goes in the cart with him… (Nextdoor Reno Vista)
  • WinCo Foods, Inc. posted a job opening for Overnight Stocker in Reno. Apply here.
  • WinCo Foods posted a job opening for Pricing Clerk in Reno. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Reno here.

Ok Reno! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Smiles, because it has a mile between "s". (Thank you Sharon M. for sending it in!)
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