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Nevada track team opens new $5M RSCVA state-of-art track; 7 more events this winter

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December 6, 2024

Nevada track team opens new M RSCVA state-of-art track; 7 more events this winter

Reno is now a track and field destination with a state-of-the art track up and running at the Reno Sparks Convention Center.

The new $5.2 million track hosted its first meet Thursday, along with a grand opening ceremony and ribbon-cutting.

The Mondo-manufactured track, made in Italy, meets World Athletics certification standards and should yield some fast times.

It will be home to the Nevada women’s track and field team for indoor meets as well as practices and will also host high school, middle school and adult track and field meets. The Wolf Pack is hosting this week’s Silver State Invitational on the track.

8 meets scheduled for new RSCVA track’s first season

The track is the third of its kind on the West Coast capable of hosting high-level events.

RSCVA President and CEO Mike Larragueta said the process of approving, buying and installing the track was about two and a half years. Larragueta said it is expected to last about 10 years and will easily pay for itself in that time. He said the $5.2 million cost will be recouped within the next two and a half years.

There are three Mondo tracks in the western United States, in addition to Reno, with tracks in Spokane, Washington, and in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

There are eight meets scheduled for the RSCVA track this winter.

“We think that after this first season, the demand is going to be through the roof to come to Reno and experience this newer track,” Larragueta said.

He said the track will generate revenue through room nights, food and beverage spending and other activities. It will help tourism efforts in the usually slower winter months.

The track in Albuquerque has hosted NCAA Indoor Championship meets and U.S. Indoor national meets.

‘Major things’ ahead for Reno-Sparks

Nevada runner Valeria Paez-Rueda raved about the track, saying it provides a cushioned feel along with propelling the runners, which aids their confidence.

Four-time Olympic medalist and NBC Sports Group lead track and field analyst Ato Boldon was on hand Thursday night to emcee the opening ceremony, and he raved about the track. Boldon represented Trinidad and Tobago, earning bronze medals in the 100m and 200m at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, as well as silver and bronze in the same events at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

He said the new track is among the best he has seen in his travels around the country.

“I can see a lot of major things coming here. I think it’s a great idea,” Boldon said of the track.

He said not all fast tracks are the same, and that Mondo is constantly refining its building process and the compounds used to make tracks.

“I’ve already had some of my track coach friends remark that it’s very fast and it feels very good,” Boldon said of the RSCVA track. “I expect you’ll hear the same from athletes.”

He said the 4,500-foot elevation — and thinner air — in Northern Nevada will also help runners post fast times on the track.

The track has a 12-degree fixed-bank oval and six 42-inch-wide lanes, as well as an eight-lane sprint track for sprints and hurdles.

The track is designed to meet World Athletics certification, and will be eligible to host a range of competitions, including NCAA, USA Track & Field, AAU and youth meets.

It will be used from December-March each year, then taken apart and stored nearby in the spring and summer.

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Murder suspect from Montana takes own life when surrounded by police in Nevada

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July 10, 2026

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Murder suspect from Montana takes own life when surrounded by police in Nevada

RENO, Nev. – A homicide suspect from Montana took their own life on Thursday night after police surrounded their car in northwest Reno, reports KTVN 2 News Nevada.

The incident happened in the area of Sharlands Avenue around 9 p.m., according to a spokesperson for the Reno Police Department.

Officers located the suspect and surrounded their car, blocking them in. They then heard a single gunshot and backed away.

Reinforcements were called, and a drone was brought in by UNRPD. It was then confirmed the suspect was in their car, dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, the news agency reports.

The suspect has not been identified pending the notification of next of kin, and no additional information has been released at this time.

In addition to the Reno Police Department, the Regional Narcotics Unit and Washoe County Sheriff’s Office also responded.

The investigation is ongoing.

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Nevada bystanders pull crash victim from burning motorhome on I-15 near Mesquite

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July 10, 2026

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Nevada bystanders pull crash victim from burning motorhome on I-15 near Mesquite

MESQUITE (KTNV) — A deadly crash on Interstate 15 near Mesquite prompted a group of bystanders to spring into action before first responders could arrive, pulling a man from a burning motor home after a collision with a semi-truck.

Steven Grossman, a retired Army National Guard veteran, said he was driving northbound on I-15 after a Fourth of July camping trip with his family when he saw a motor home cross the center median from the southbound lanes.

“It was like a pile of dust, it was going across the center medium and down that big hill,” Grossman said.

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Nevada bystanders pull crash victim from burning motorhome on I-15 near Mesquite

Nevada State Police Highway Patrol said the motor home had a blown tire. When it crossed the median, it crashed into a semi-truck and burst into flames.

Grossman said he immediately pulled over and ran toward the fire.

“I seen it on fire and, you know, we just, I just got out of the truck and just ran over there,” Grossman said.

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Several other drivers also pulled over. Together, they worked to pull the motor home’s driver to safety.

“Let’s grab him and get him out of here. So we just grabbed him and just tugged him into the gutter right there, into the center medium,” Grossman said.

A propane tank exploded shortly after.

Grossman used his military medical training to keep the man still, while another bystander helped stabilize the victim’s neck until paramedics arrived.

The driver of the motor home, 62-year-old Gregory Louis Painter, later died at the hospital. Fire officials said 3 other people were taken to the hospital for injuries sustained in the crash.

Grossman said he does not consider himself a hero and that stopping to help was simply the right thing to do.

“We were just the first ones there that if the next people that were the first ones there would have done the same thing,” Grossman said. “Same thing with behind them if it was 10 cars behind me, the cars behind them would have taken care of it. It’s just I think it’s just our human nature. People just want to help.”

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Local artists on Northern Nevada stages, now through Labor Day weekend

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July 9, 2026

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Local artists on Northern Nevada stages, now through Labor Day weekend

Mark Earnest
| Special to the RGJ

You love to see it: local artists on local stages. Here are 12 shows featuring local artists between now and Labor Day, including rock, metal, punk, folk, jazz, hip-hop and more.

Bark Hardly

This indie-folk group from Reno headlines an all-local bill with Glitter Bats, Sad Giants and Anabelle and the Desert Scrubs. It starts at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St.

The show is July 10. Tickets are $12. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

Thrashmob

It’s an all-local hip-hop night featuring this artist as headliner. They perform at 7 p.m. at Club Underground, 555 E. 4th St.

The show is July 11. Tickets are $20-$25. Details at clubundergroundreno.com.

Shared Scars

This Reno metal band celebrates the release of its new EP with a show that also features area metal bands Emberwake, Desolist, Titvn and Everglade. It all begins at 7 p.m. at The Alpine, 324 E. 4th St.

The show is July 11. Tickets are $20-$25. Details at thealpine-reno.com.

Cruz Control featuring Bree Rose

Rock, soul and hip-hop mix with this group from Reno. They play at 7 p.m. the first night and 8 p.m. subsequent nights at Terrace Lounge, Peppermill Resort Casino, 2707 S. Virginia St.

Free shows are July 16-18. Details at peppermillreno.com.

Next Question

The popular indie-punk group from Reno kicks off its tour at this show, which also features locals Blackstallion and Ring Pop Wedding. It begins at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St.

The show is July 17. Tickets are $10-$12. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

Vampirates

The longtime local progressive-punk/noise band performs with Sacramento ska punks Lesdystics and local hardcore punk band The Scattering. It all begins at 7:30 p.m. at Lost Highway, 1526 S. Wells Ave.

The show is July 17 and there is a $10 suggested donation. Details at instagram.com/corrigans_losthighway.

Fireman’s Ball Reignited

A benefit for the Silver City Volunteer Fire Department, this show features some big northern Nevada and regional names including former Tahoe resident and country-rock singer/songwriter Matt Axton. Also on the bill are Darren Senn, Charity Kiss and Next Question, among others. It all starts at 1 p.m. at Silver City Park, 385 High St., Silver City.

This free show, with donations accepted, is July 18. Details at instagram.com/silvercityvfd_nv.

Everything Sucks Fest 2026

The annual punk-band event returns, this time with locals Hired Fun, Irreplaceable Beings, Flicker And Fade and Cold Amber Medicine. It begins at 4 p.m. at Shoe Tree Brewing Co., 1496 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City.

This free show is July 25. Details at instagram.com/shoetreebrewing.

Reno Jazz Orchestra with Matt Mauser

For their Artown show, this local group will be joined by Mauser, an “America’s Got Talent” finalist who specializes in pop and jazz standards. The show starts at 7 p.m. at Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road.

This show is July 29. Tickets are $35. Details at artown.org.

Reno Devilles

Rockabilly meets surf-rock with this local band. They play at 8 p.m. at Pele Utu, 1275 Stardust St.

This free show is Aug. 1. Details at instagram.com/peleutureno.

Jakota Wass

A country singer/songwriter from Gardnerville, Wass plays at 7 p.m. at the Outdoor Stage, Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St., Carson City.

The free show is Aug. 8. Details at breweryarts.org.

The Electric

A straight-ahead alternative rock band from Reno, the Electric headline an all-local bill that also features Sad Giants and The Jackeyes. They play at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St.

The show is Aug. 15. Tickets are $8-$10. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

Cape Fear Quartet

This swing-jazz quartet from Reno performs at 8 p.m. at Pele Utu, 1275 Stardust St.

This free show is Aug. 15. Details at instagram.com/peleutureno.

Jelly Bread

Soul music meets alternative rock with this Reno group. They perform at 7 p.m. at the Outdoor Stage, Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St., Carson City.

The free show is Aug. 15. Details at breweryarts.org.

Band Wars Music Festival

An extension of the contest at Club Underground earlier this year, the participants now get to play at Bartley Ranch. Contest winners No One Good are joined by Split Persona, Interstate, Giant Skunk and Quitter, among others. It all begins at 2 p.m. at Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road.

The show is Sept. 5. Tickets are $25-$35. Details at clubundergroundreno.com.

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