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Sparks
Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross of Northern Nevada emphasizes the critical role of functional smoke alarms in home fire safety as daylight saving time starts, urging residents to test and replace batteries. News4
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Sparks man was sentenced to up to 48 months in prison for battery by strangulation after a jury conviction. KTVN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ EmployNV is hosting hiring events in Reno, Sparks, and Carson City to connect job seekers with employment opportunities. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Public Utilities Commission of Nevada is set to hear public opinions on Southwest Gas Corporation's proposal to increase monthly bills for residential customers. KTVN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The 20th annual 'Shave for the Brave' event in Northern Nevada raised funds and awareness for childhood cancer research, encouraging community members to shave their heads or donate, aiming for a $200,000 goal. KTVN
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Aspire Women's Event - Sparks, NV
Aspire is an engaging one-night event for women featuring a combination of laughter, learning, and music with performances by a Bible teacher, comedian, and musician.
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13th Annual Leprechaun Race - Family Friendly 5K
The Leprechaun Race is a family-friendly 5K event taking place in the Midtown and Wells Avenue districts, making it suitable for both new and experienced runners.
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Free App Development Workshop for Children in Sparks, NV
A hands-on workshop aimed at educating children aged 7-14 about app development, featuring interactive activities and sessions for parents.
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Narcotics Anonymous Meeting
7-8 p.m. — American Legion Post 1 — Free entry — Attend this open meeting for those seeking help with drug addiction through discussion and support.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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