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Step 1 provides hope for those in recovery
Step 1 is a hidden gem of the Reno non-profit community offering support for men in recovery from drug and alcohol abuse. [More.]
Health
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Great American Smokeout today, free resources available to quit smoking
The Washoe County Health District is encouraging tobacco users to participate in the Great American Smokeout today, which is an opportunity for smokers and vapers to pledge to go smoke-free. [More.]
Business
CDC: Lung injuries associated with vaping additive (updated)
The federal government is still recommending that people avoid vaping and using e-cigarettes. [More.]
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Behavioral health forum focuses on community solutions (subscriber content)
More than 100 community members, mental health professionals and government officials gathered last week at the Washoe County Commission chambers for a behavioral health round-table forum. [More.]
Events
“Breast Cancer Warriors” compete in body-building, fitness competition
More than a dozen local women who have fought — or are fighting — breast cancer are competing Saturday in a body-building and fitness competition. The women have been working out at Evoke Fitness as [More.]
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Public forum on behavioral health scheduled for Wednesday
The Washoe County Health District is among local agencies hosting a forum on behavioral health from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on October 2. [More.]
Cannabis Connection
Health Authorities: Stop Vaping
State health authorities, including the Washoe County Health District, are warning people to stop vaping. Three deaths around the country prompted the alert. [More.]
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Annual Senior Fest Scheduled Next Week at Reno Town Mall
Senior Spectrum is scheduled to hold its 24th annual Senior Fest from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 3 at Reno Town Mall, 4001 S. Virginia St. Admission is free. [More.]
Business
State Joins Cities, Counties in Opiate Lawsuit
The State of Nevada has joined in litigation filed by Reno and Clark County against opioid manufacturers. Attorney General Aaron Ford announced today that the state filed an expanded complaint against more than 40 defendants. [More.]
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Low-Income Dorms Set To Open on Sage Street
The Village on Sage Street is set to open in July. More than 200 single-occupancy units are available to prospective renters who make between $1,330 and $2,680 per month. [More.]