Vandalism at Our Center and Rainbow Bridge raises alarms over anti-LGBTQ+ bigotry in Reno
The newly painted "rainbow bridge" at Crissie Caughlin Park was vandalized in what most considered an attack on Reno's LGBTQ+ community. The bridge was painted by Girl Scouts to honor pets that died. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
Dec. 18th, 2025
Nicole Fernandez, Published with This is Reno.
In a city long considered by many as one of Nevada’s more open and accepting communities, two recent acts of vandalism have shaken the sense of safety for many residents who are members of the LGBTQ+ community. Vandalism bearing Nazi symbols in November targeted Our Center, a cornerstone resource for queer and trans individuals and families in the region.