DOWNTOWN RENO

Jun 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Wonderland-style hangout spot is coming to Downtown Atlanta

Downtown Atlanta is getting a new spot that feels like stepping into a storybook. A team known for mixing food, drinks, and games is turning part of the old CNN Center into an Alice in Wonderland-themed venue called The Looking Glass. Construction starts after the 2026 World Cup, with plans to open

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May 22 2026BUSINESS

Smoother Path for Reno Bars to Host Late-Night Shows

Reno is testing a new rule that could let new bars in downtown and Midtown play live music late without jumping through old hoops. Instead of paying five grand and waiting months for a special permit, these businesses might get a faster track to keep the music going past 11 p. m. inside their doors.

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May 20 2026WEATHER

Heat Is on: Reno and Tahoe Warm Up Before Memorial Day

Reno is turning up the heat as the week goes on, with temperatures expected to climb into the mid‑to‑upper 80s by the time Memorial Day rolls around. The National Weather Service says a ridge of high pressure will settle over the area by mid‑week, bringing sunny skies and drier air across Western

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Reno’s Changing Downtown: Building a New Future

Downtown Reno is getting a major glow-up. Plans are in motion to turn a stretch of West Fourth Street into a lively entertainment zone with housing, stages, and even a towering hotel. The project began years ago when old motels got torn down, clearing space for something fresh. Now, developers are a

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May 12 2026BUSINESS

When water vanishes: How a break left a town high and dry

Downtown Lake Orion turned eerily quiet after a big pipe cracked early Sunday morning. On Monday, most shops stayed shut while crews worked to fix the damage. The loss of water hit restaurants hardest, especially since Sunday was Mother’s Day—a day usually packed with families dining out. One local

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May 11 2026BUSINESS

Making Bangor Better: How a New YMCA Hub Could Change the Region

Downtown Bangor is getting a big upgrade with a $57. 8 million project to build a fresh YMCA center. Older buildings can’t always keep up with modern needs, so replacing the current 45, 000-square-foot space with a newer 82, 000-square-foot building makes sense. This isn’t just about bigger rooms—it

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May 09 2026POLITICS

City Cuts Permitting Rules to Boost New Music Spots

Reno’s planning board decided on Thursday to try a new rule that makes it easier for fresh music venues to open in downtown and Midtown. The plan removes the need for a conditional‑use permit when a new business wants to host indoor live shows after 11 p. m. The city still requires permits for outdo

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May 06 2026OPINION

Reviving Akron’s Downtown: A Fresh Look at New Plans

Downtown Akron Partnership, founded over three decades ago, has kept its promise to build a lively city center. In 2018 it released a Vision + Redevelopment Plan that set clear goals for the next few years. The plan was built from community interviews, public meetings and online surveys, giving resi

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May 04 2026CRIME

Roanoke’s Nightlife Under Spotlight After Recent Concerns

Downtown Roanoke’s nightlife scene has faced fresh scrutiny after police reports tied a popular club to rising crime rates. Authorities acknowledge the venue as a recurring location in local public safety logs, though they haven’t labeled it a primary crime hotspot. The club, known for its high-ener

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Apr 30 2026SPORTS

Reno’s soccer team faces a year-long wait for its new home

Reno’s upcoming professional soccer team won’t step onto the field until 2028, pushing back its first season by a full year. The delay comes as the stadium and surrounding entertainment district slowly take shape in South Reno. Work begins this fall after permits are approved, but the original 2027

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