• May 25, 2013

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Ashlee's Toy Closet

Date: May 24, 2013
Drop new and almost new toys off for children left with nothing after the Oklahoma tornadoes at: Almost Home Day Care – 3345 Pyramid Way – Sparks, NV 89434 Adam’s High Rollin Customs – 855 Bergin Way – Sparks, NV 89434 The Spoke Bar&Grill– 3198 N. Deer Run Road – Carson City, NV
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Local Teen Collects Teddy Bears, other items for Tornado Victims

Current drop off locations are: Advanced Pediatric Therapies at 1025 Roberta Lane in Sparks (Open M-F, 7:30 am - 6 pm) Closed Memorial Day In Motion Studio of Dance at 9410 Prototype Dr, Suite 20 in South Reno (Open M-F, 3:30 pm - 7 pm) Closed Fri-Mon for Memorial Day Integrity Casting, 111 Washington St in Reno Closed Memorial Day Shear Bliss Salon, 5270 Longley Ln Ste 106, Reno (Open T-F, 9 am - 8 pm, Sa & Mo, 9-6. Closed Memorial Day) Aevos, 10775 Double R Blvd, South Reno (Open M-F, 8 am - 5 pm) Closed Memorial Day
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Pape Memorial Fund

The family has set up a Pape Memorial Fund at Wells Fargo Bank. Donations will be accepted at any branch. The account number is 8892062913. Proceeds will help cover funeral costs and repairs to the home.
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2013 Hurricane Names

Date: May 15, 2013
The National Hurricane Center has released its annual list of storm names. This list alternates between boy and girl names. It kicks off with "Andrea," followed by "Barry," "Chantal," "Dorian," "Erin" and "Fernand." Hurricane season begins June 1st.
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GSR Job Fair: More than 100 Positions Available

Date: May 13, 2013
The job fair is on Tuesday, May 14 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. in the Crystal Ballroom. Applicants should bring multiple résumés to the job fair and dress for success in business professional clothing. It is also recommended you fill out an application online before the job fair.
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SPCA Needs Foster Volunteers

If you are interested in fostering, please contact our Foster Coordinator, Sue Hosking at 775-324-7773 x230, SPCA of Northern Nevada, 4950 Spectrum Blvd, Reno, NV 89512.
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Eldorado Job Fair

Eldorado Hotel Casino will hold a job fair on Wednesday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Eldorado Convention Center.
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VA Car Show Volunteers & Donations Needed

Date: May 05, 1213
4th Annual Spring show-n-shine May 11, 2013 11am – 1pm at the Community Living Center at the Reno VA Hospital Volunteers Needed for: 1. a group to volunteer for the BBQ to do the cooking, 2. a group to do the serving, 3. a group to take the veterans outside for the show n shine, 4. A group to supply hamburgers, hot dogs and buns for them, 5. A group to supply drinks such as soda, water, and juice and any side dishes that they would like to bring. If you have any questions please give Grace Tooker-Bird or Kathleen Frank a call at: Grace Tooker-Bird 775-301-0133 Kathleen Frank 775-826-9038 Please leave a message and we will call you back.
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Prescription Drug Collections

The public will have an opportunity to dispose of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs during a Prescription Drug Roundup. Roundup Locations April 27, 2013 10:00am – 2:00pm: •Walgreens, 10370 N. McCarran Blvd. •Save Mart, 565 East Prater Way •Walmart, 4855 Kietzke Lane •Walmart, 5065 Pyramid Way •Raley's, 18144 Wedge Pkwy •Raley's, 930 Tahoe Blvd, Incline Village •Scolari's, 8165 S. Virginia Street •Smith's, 750 S. Meadows Pkwy
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Senate Bill 377

Date: Apr 04, 2013
Proposal to increase fuel taxes in Nevada by 2 cents per year for 10 years in order to fund road improvement projects.
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Committee to Aid Abused Women (CAAW)

Date: Apr 05, 2013
CAAW’s mission, Changing Lives – Ending Family Violence, guides the work of the organization and unites its endeavors. Reno Wired rebranding of this website goes live at 8:00 AM, Saturday April 6th.
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Rainshadow Community Charter High Play

"Charter School - The Play" to raise awareness and some much needed funding. "Charter School" is based on a series of monologues written by students and staff in an attempt to save the school from being shut down due to lack of funds. Opening night is 3/21 at 7pm. The show will run 3/21, 3/22, 3/28, 3/29 at 7pm and 3/24, 3/31 at 2pm. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at
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Nevada Supreme Court Mobile App

The Supreme Court of Nevada app gives you on the go access to the latest case information, decisions, and news. You can also access past oral argument recordings and watch live streaming of oral arguments from the Courtroom
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Megabus

Date: Mar 14, 2013
Daily arrivals and departures from downtown Reno and downtown Sparks to San Francisco and Sacramento. Fares as low as $1.
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Diamond Naturals Cat Food Recall

A voluntary recall of limited production codes of Diamond Naturals Kitten Formula dry cat food, manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods, recently was issued due to the potential for the products to have low levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1). There have been no complaints regarding thiamine levels, or any other health issues, related to these products.
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Purchase Reno Aces Student Pass

RENO, Nev.-Full-time students again will have the opportunity to see every game at Aces Ballpark this season for just $72, as the Reno Aces have returned their popular Student Pass, the organization announced.
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Description of Dumped Dogs in Fallon

Case from March 2, 2013: 1 tan-colored Pitbull-Bull Mastiff mix, 1 black-colored Pitbull-Labrador mix, 2 black-colored longhair Daschunds, 1 black-colored Chow, 1 black and white-colored Border Collie, 1 golden-colored Pomeranian Case from February 9, 2013: 1 brown and white older bird dog 1 tan and white Jack Russell Terrier 1 older Golden Retriever 1 black Pomeranian mix
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"The Business of the Business" Acting Workshop

Date: Feb 24, 2013
WHAT: Actress Lee Garlington will offer a four-hour workshop on how to get started—and keep going—as an actor in Hollywood. The workshop is presented by Sierra School of Performing Arts in conjunction with the E. L. Wiegand Performing Arts Collaborative and Bishop Manogue Catholic High School. The workshop is a “know before you go” opportunity for those planning to major in theater, audition for colleges, agents, or plays, or move to New York or Los Angeles. Anyone considering a show business career can gain valuable knowledge from Garlington, who conducts regular workshops for the SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Conservatory, has appeared in more than 60 films, and been a regular on six TV series. The workshop’s first hour will be an informative and entertaining presentation on the fundamentals of how to succeed in show business. The remainder of the workshop will be open to what the audience wants: an audition workshop with coaching and feedback; question and answer; monologue or scene work. If you have a monologue prepared, Garlington will be able to work with a few one on one. Cost is $40, or $25 for students with ID. Catholic school student with ID are free Space is limited. To reserve a spot call 530-400-4472. For questions or more information, contact Janet Lazarus at janetlazarus@att.net Made possible by a generous grant from the E. L. Wiegand Foundation WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 11 am to 2 pm (Please arrive no later than 10:45.) WHERE Church Fine Arts Building, Room 19, University of Nevada Reno
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Home Again Nevada

Date: Mar 04, 2013
Nevada Homeowner Relief Program is designed for: Homeowners seeking loan modification Borrowers who are current, but "underwater" Those who have lost their homes to foreclosure Households working toward home ownership The no-fee service is available for all Nevadans simply by calling toll-free 1-855-HLP-4-NEV (1-855-457-4638) with both English and Spanish-speaking assistance available. The call center is open 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Startup Weekend

Reno will offer local entrepreneurs an opportunity to start a business in 54 hours in a room of designers, developers, and enthusiasts during the inaugural Startup Weekend Reno February 22-24.
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List of Questionable Medical Procedures

Date: Feb 22, 2013
Don't be afraid to ask your doctor, "Do I really need that?" As medical costs soar, that's the advice from leading medical groups who came up with dozens of tests and treatments that physicians too often prescribe when they shouldn't.
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Debt Deception Information

Date: Feb 14, 2013
Here is some more information regarding our story on Debt Deception. If you think you are being scammed...you should contact your local police or sheriffs department. But if you do have an outstanding debt, and you feel you are being harassed you can contact the Nevada Department of Business and Industry: Nevada Department of Business and Industry P.O. Box 3239 Carson City, NV 89702 775-687-5522 or 702-486-4120 You should also file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission. They are responsible for enforcing what is called the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The FTC looks at patterns of complaints and holds debt collection agencies accountable both by suing them, and fining them.
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Be in Savvy's New Music Video

Date: Feb 13, 2013
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 21 at noon WHERE: John Ascuaga's Nugget - Celebrity Showroom SEEKING: Teens and young adults, ages 14-21 to be in the audience SIGN UP: Send an email with your name, age, and, if possible, a photo to nuggetmusicvideo@gmail.com
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Name a Moon of Pluto

The SETI Institute is asking for the public's help to name two recently discovered moons orbiting the dwarf planet Pluto. So far, astronomers have been using the names "P-4" and "P-5" to identify the tiny moons. The scientists who first spotted the moons are asking us to submit ideas for names, which will then be offered to the International Astronomic Union. That's the worldwide group of astronomers who make final decisions on naming stars, planets and other extra-terrestrial objects. You can participate by going to the website "pluto rocks dot com". (plutorocks.com)
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Frozen Chicked Fried Steak Recall: Contains Pieces of Plastic

Date: Jan 08, 2013
AdvancePierre Foods is recalling approximately 15,328 pounds of frozen, fully cooked country fried steak products because they may contain foreign materials—pieces of plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The recalled product has been sold exclusively at Raley's Supermarkets in Northern Nevada.
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Children Killed by Dressers: Recall

Date: Jan 30, 2013
Million Dollar Baby Dressers Recalled by Bexco Due to Tip-Over Hazards; Two Toddler Deaths Reported Natart Chelsea Dressers Recalled By Gemme Juvenile To Reduce Tip-Over Hazard; Death of Toddler Reported
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Sheep Dip Show 49

In the many years of the show's history, over $350,000 has been donated to advertising education, community charitable and arts organizations. This annual fundraiser show, dedicated to exposing the follies and foibles of the Truckee Meadows in an evening of skits, songs and dance, is performed by area locals (your neighbors) along with members of the media and even a few of our famous (and infamous) politicians. Together efforts go to raise funds that support charitable activities in the Reno/Sparks and Greater Northern Nevada Area.
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VFMC Operation Valentine Drop-off Locations

Valentine cards may be dropped off now through January 25, at any Walton's location: Walton's Sierra Chapel, 875 W. Second Street, Reno, NV 89503 Walton's Sparks, 1745 Sullivan Lane, Sparks, NV 89431 Walton's Gardnerville, 1521 Church St., Gardnerville, NV 89410 Walton's Chapel of the Valley, 1281 North Roop St., Carson City, NV 89706 Walton's Colonial Mortuary, 115 South Lassen Street, Susanville, CA 96103 Ross, Burke & Knobel, 1538 C Street, Sparks, NV 89431 Ross, Burke & Knobel, 2155 Kietzke Lane, Reno, NV 89502 O'Brien-Rogers & Crosby, Reno 600 West Second Street, Reno, NV 89503
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Nevada Homeowner Help

Date: Jan 15, 2013
Deadline to apply for a one-time payment under the $25 billion national foreclosure settlement is Friday, December 18th.
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Reno Direct

A non-emergency call center, to assist you with City government service requests and general information. Contacting Reno Direct will ensure that your request, suggestion or issue will get routed to the appropriate department.
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Home Again - Homeowner Relief Program

Date: Jan 07, 2013
Free resource for Nevada homeowners: - Seeking loan modification - Borrowers who are current, but “underwater” - Those who lost their homes to foreclosure - Households working toward homeownership 1-855-HLP-4-NEV (1-855-457-4638)
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Volunteers Needed for Christmas Tree Recycling

What: Volunteers needed for Christmas Tree Recycling When: Everyday from December 26-Jan 13 Shifts: 9am-1pm, 1pm-5pm or all day! Where: Bartley Ranch, Rancho San Rafael, and Shadow Mountain Sports Complex To Volunteer: call 851-5185, or email staff@ktmb.org
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Roderick Clifton Memorial Fund

Roderick Clifton Memorial Fund at Safe Credit Union account # 560649. Donations can also be mail to Safe Credit Union P.O. box 1057, North Highlands Ca. 95660. Make checks payable to the Roderick Clifton Memorial Fund and they need to put the account # in the memo area.
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Jamie's Dream Team

Date: Dec 10, 2012
A non-profit organization dedicated to lifting the spirits of those suffering from serious illness, injury, disability or trauma
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A Song for the Food Bank

Original Christmas song 'Santa Gonna Be Happy', written by Reno local Chance Geving. The song is available on iTunes and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Northern Nevada Food Bank.
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USPS Holiday Shipping Deadlines

Date: Dec 08, 2012
Mailing Deadlines coming – Don’t delay. Dec. 10 -- Priority and First-Class APO/FPO Military Mail (not Afghanistan) Dec. 14 -- U.S. Parcel Post (ground) packages Dec. 17 -- Express Overseas Military Mail Dec. 10 -- International First-Class and Priority Mail (*) Dec. 19 -- Global Express Mail (*) Dec. 20 – Cards and Letters. Dec. 21 – Priority Mail Dec. 22 – Express Mail.
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Reno Sandbag Location

Sandbags and sand will be available for the public at three locations: Idlewild Park (located at 1900 Idlewild Drive); First Street at Riverside Drive; and the parking lot of the Governor’s Bowl Park (located at the end of Line Drive which is off of East Fourth Street). The sites and materials will be available Friday between 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., including Saturday and Sunday. Residents will need to bring a shovel to fill the sandbags. Should the potential for flooding and the need for sandbags increase, additional sandbag sites will be announced.
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Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair

Date: Nov 28, 2012
American Legion Post #30 730 4th St. Sparks, NV 89431 Thursday, November 28 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Interested applicants are encouraged to register online first
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Thanksgiving Day Grocery Store Hours

Date: Nov 21, 2012
Scolaris- Open until 3pm except Tonopah and Yerington...close at 2pm Smiths-Closing at 4pm Raleys-6am-3pm Winco-Close at 3pm Safeway-Close at 6pm Whole Foods- open 8am-2pm Trader Joes-Closed!! Walmart- Open Target-9pm-11pm Savemart-6am-6pm
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Peapod and Peapod Plus Recall

220-thousand portable sleep tents for infants and small children are being voluntarily recalled because of a safety hazard. The recall of the PeaPod and PeaPod Plus Travel beds took place in part, after a 5-month old boy was found dead last year with his face pressed against the wall of the tent. There are other reports of children who had problems with the tent's mattress. The travel tents were made in China and sold at independent juvenile specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from January 2005 until now. They cost between $70 and $100. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the tents have a zippered side and an inflatable air mattress that fits into a zippered pocket. Consumers are being warned to stop using the tents immediately.. and contact KidCo Inc.
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Oregon Green Gear Cycling Incorporated

A voluntary recall has been issued for 38-hundred "tikit" brand folding bicycles. This, after reports of handlebar stems breaking and injuring riders. The bikes are manufactured by Oregon based Green Gear Cycling Incorporated. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the company received a half-dozen product faulty reports. Two people suffered scrapes, bruises and head lacerations that required stitches. Consumers are urged to contact the bike company to schedule a free repair.
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Squaw & Alpine Food & Beverage Job Fair

Date: Nov 07, 2012
Olypmic House at Squaw Valley Saturday, November 10 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Positions open include cooks, prep cooks, cashiers, line servers, bussers, assistant managers, supervisors and more. Opportunities include full-time as well as part time positions. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online before attending the job fair.
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Your Public Voter Information

Date: Oct 25, 2012
This voter information is public to campaigns or anyone else. Additionally,use this link to request to not be called by campaigns using this public information.
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Dine The District

Find information, or purchase tickets, to Saturday's Riverwalk event where 18 restaurants are providing a taste of their menu.
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Fake Airbag Warning

Date: Oct 11, 2012
THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION ISSUED A WARNING THIS WEEK THAT COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS POSE A DANGER TO DRIVERS.
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Foreclosure Review

Date: Oct 04, 2012
The Nevada foreclosure review deadline has been pushed back to December 31st. Anyone who lost their homes to foreclosure in 2009 or 2010 can apply. Eligible participants may qualify for lump-sum payments of up to $125,000 plus equity.
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JetBlue Election Ticket

Date: Oct 04, 2012
JetBlue Airine is offering one-thousand-and-six people a free round-trip ticket to one of more than a dozen countries, including jamaica and the bahamas. First you have to pick your candidate on jet-blue's website before election day. Then you have be on the losing side to be entered into the sweepstakes to win.
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County Clerk or Voter Registrar

Date: Sep 19, 2012
A written, signed statement to the County Clerk or Voter Registrar requesting you be considered a "confidential voter." Send to: Washoe Co. Voter Registrar P.O. Box 11130 Reno, Nevada 89520 or fax: 328-3747 Note: This will get you off lists for future election cycles. It's likely they already have this information this time around.
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Bed Bugs

Date: Sep 12, 2012
Bed bugs don't discriminate. Anyone's homes can be infested with bed bugs. Learn how to protect your home from bed bugs.
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