2001 Gas explosions impacted local businesses for months, revitalized downtown
A gas explosion destroyed Decor Wedding & Party Supplies and Woody’s Furniture & Appliance at 20 and 28 W. First Ave. on Jan. 17, 2001. The bottom photo shows the location as of Dec. 30, 2025. CREDIT RENO COUNTY MUSEUM ARCHIVE (top), MICHAEL GLENN | THE HUTCHINSON TRIBUNE
