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Sparks
Tuesday, January 14th, 2025
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hot August Nights main event will shift from Grand Sierra Resort to the University of Nevada, Reno in 2025, incorporating a new route and expanded activities, aiming to boost the local economy with an estimated $100 million. KTVN
- ➤ Noble Pie Parlor selected the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows as recipients for their 'Pie It Forward' initiative during National Pizza Week. KTVN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man in Sparks was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after being attacked with a hammer and machete, leading to the arrest of 29-year-old Alexis Mallory. News4
- ➤ One person was critically injured in a shooting on C Street in Sparks, with authorities deeming it an isolated incident and seeking public assistance for information. KTVN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Reno-Sparks region features 'The Book of Mormon' among several live theater productions and diverse events, including Nevada men's basketball games and music concerts scheduled for Jan. 13-19, 2024. Reno Gazette-Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The median home sale price in Reno-Sparks hit $602,250 in December 2024, underscoring the region's ongoing housing affordability issues. Reno Gazette-Journal
- ➤ IMBĪB Custom Brews in Reno-Sparks announces closure by end of February due to unsustainable business model, offering significant discounts and a farewell party. News4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Sparks City Council meeting on January 13, 2025, included the announcement of a vacancy on the Charter Committee, proclamation of Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and approval of various grants and projects enhancing city services and safety. City of Sparks
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Nevada, Reno, highlights heat as Nevada's deadliest weather condition, revealing nearly 500 heat-related fatalities last year and detailing regional heat impacts through the Reno-Sparks Heat Mapping Project. KTVN
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Banda Carnaval Live at Millennium Night Club
Enjoy a live performance by Banda Carnaval at Millennium Night Club in Sparks.
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Sparks' Sizzling Scavenger Hunt
This self-guided scavenger hunt in downtown Sparks offers participants an engaging exploration of local history, landmarks, and interactive challenges via a mobile app.
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Minerals & Mine Water Management Symposium
The NVWRA 2025 Annual Conference will bring together mining and environmental specialists to discuss industry trends and innovations in Sparks, Nevada.
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Terry Fator Live at Nugget Casino Resort
Terry Fator will perform an evening of entertainment at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nevada.
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Spark the Imagination Workshop for Kids
A free workshop designed to ignite creativity in children aged 6-12 through presentations and hands-on activities.
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Couples Paint and Sip Night at Final Draught
This event offers couples a chance to unleash their creativity with guided painting sessions while enjoying food and drinks at Final Draught in Sparks.
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