Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 11:35 AM PST
|By Denise Wong
Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 11:20 AM PST
|By Denise Wong
Dress for Success Reno - Northern Nevada launches annual fundraising campaign and March activities.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 9:16 AM PST
|By Denise Wong
The mobile auction is now live for the 43rd Annual Jack T. Reviglio Cioppino Feed which is a critical fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows
Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 9:55 AM PST
|By Denise Wong
Student artists from around Northern Nevada are being recognized in this year's Scholastic Art Awards. This week, they will be celebrated at a special ceremony at the University of Nevada.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 9:08 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
Families can enjoy interactive stations as they learn more about dinosaurs that once roamed the earth.
Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 6:36 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
Steve Schroeder visited KOLO 8 to talk about what makes the food hall unique and the different locally-operated vendors serving up their specialties.
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 11:48 PM PST
|By Crystal Garcia and Denise Wong
“The Sheep Show” is back and organizers, the Wild Sheep Foundation, is expecting a record turnout this year at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. This year is the first time in two years that all events will be held 100% in person.
Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 12:18 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The Health District continues to monitor as BQ.1 and BQ.1.1 account for the majority of COVID-19 cases in the county. Health experts say the COVID-19 Bivalent booster can protect against these new variants.
Updated: Dec. 29, 2022 at 9:59 AM PST
|By Denise Wong
Families can sign up and lock in today's rates for just a penny through Dec. 31
Updated: Dec. 16, 2022 at 1:55 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The program would allow people with disabilities to access Reno's adaptive bikes and go directly on the trail
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 8:32 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
This week's Third Thursday event will have a seasonal spin
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 3:00 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The Washoe County Health District says the rate of RSV infection in the county is nearly three times as high a the rate for the rest of the state.
Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 10:00 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
Paper is available to middle and high school students
Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 7:20 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The event returns to Dickerson Road
Updated: Dec. 6, 2022 at 9:42 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The student housing project is taking shape
Updated: Dec. 5, 2022 at 6:12 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
Families an enjoy the free, holiday themed hands on event
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 6:21 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The family favorite event in downtown Sparks will light up the holiday season
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 1:31 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The University of Nevada seeks donations for student food insecurity as part of Giving Tuesday
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 6:47 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
Shopping for that perfect gift can be a unique experience at a local antique store.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 7:30 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The Red Kettle Campaign is the Salvation Army's most visible fundraising event of the year and its proceeds support The Salvation Army's work in the community at Christmastime and throughout the year.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 7:19 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
A look at some of the new options and trends this holiday season
Updated: Nov. 17, 2022 at 8:32 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
The annual run kicks off at Reno City Plaza on Thanksgiving morning and takes participants through nearby parks
Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 at 6:13 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
A closer loook at Chemigram Landscapes: The West Reimagined
Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 9:03 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
A new exhibition highlights the work of a local artist who uses an innovative technique
Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 7:02 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
Arts for All Nevada is kicking off the holiday season with the Lake Mansion Holiday Arts Festival. It's free and family friendly.
Updated: Nov. 9, 2022 at 8:36 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
Local volunteers have been cycling in and out of Florida for weeks and the Red Cross will operate shelters in the area into next year.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 9:31 PM PST
|By Denise Wong
Drivers and pedestrians should be aware of the increased dangers that come with the time change as it is getting darker earlier.
Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 11:12 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Respiratory illnesses are more common in colder months and with flu season, COVID and an uptick in RSV cases, health experts are concerned.
Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 2:42 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
There have been outbreaks at local child care centers
Updated: Nov. 1, 2022 at 6:13 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Dr. Josh Bonde sat down with KOLO 8 to talk about upcoming events. He also discussed his connection to Nevada's first dinosaur.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 11:23 AM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Tickets are on sale now for an event featuring a panel of women real estate investors who will share insight into how to get started
Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 9:43 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
The annual Halloween tradition continues in downtown Reno
Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 7:05 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
STWN's Kids to Kids program provides books for students in need to build home libraries
Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 6:13 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
The family friendly event is a chance to support local artists ahead of the holiday season
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 8:50 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
There's a lot going on leading up to Halloween in downtown Reno
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 7:01 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
There's lots to celebrate in downtown Reno
Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 6:10 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Come out for the parade and stay for more fun. Celebrate Nevada's statehood with a flurry of events this weekend in Carson City
Updated: Oct. 24, 2022 at 6:13 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
The event attracts over 2,000 kids and their families each year and is a safe way to celebrate Halloween
Updated: Oct. 21, 2022 at 9:29 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
There are just a few more days to catch the exhibit while it's in Reno and try to get in on a special Halloween-themed special
Updated: Oct. 20, 2022 at 6:44 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Watch the classic film with the score performed live by the Reno Phil Orchestra
Updated: Oct. 19, 2022 at 6:59 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada
Updated: Oct. 18, 2022 at 6:49 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Enjoy a special themed and spirited ghost tour this weekend in the light of day
Updated: Oct. 18, 2022 at 7:17 AM PDT
|By Denise Wong
From a pumpkin patch to hay rides, ziplines and more, there's so much to do at this year's fall festival.
Updated: Oct. 13, 2022 at 4:23 AM PDT
|By Denise Wong
The new client choice food pantry is open Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Updated: Oct. 12, 2022 at 6:19 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Firefighters and city officials will serve up another helping of food and fire safety education
Updated: Oct. 10, 2022 at 6:17 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
All aboard for a family friendly tradition in Carson City
Updated: Oct. 6, 2022 at 9:03 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Get your taste buds ready as the yearly festival takes over the streets in the Biggest Little City
Updated: Oct. 4, 2022 at 10:57 AM PDT
|By Denise Wong
Dozens of exhibitors will be on hand for this year's event that is free to attend and kid friendly
Updated: Oct. 3, 2022 at 2:11 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
The Food Bank of Northern Nevada launches its Fall Break Kids Cafe Program
Updated: Sep. 29, 2022 at 6:13 PM PDT
|By Denise Wong
The annual event features more beers, brats, and bands