Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Sparks informs the public of the final opportunity to collect bricks from the demolished 120-year-old railroad machine shop, with the last delivery by Union Pacific scheduled for Friday. KTVN
- ➤ The Spring Break Kids Cafe program offers meals to school-aged children during their vacation period. KTVN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Washoe County School District is updating its vaping policies due to increased accessibility and a mixed trend in usage among students, as observed in recent surveys and incidents. KTVN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nevada Department of Wildlife will stock the Sparks Marina with 3,000 brown trout to kickstart the fish stocking season in western Nevada. News4
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Yard House, renowned for its extensive draft beer selection, plans to open a new location in Sparks, Nevada, at The Outlets at Legends in spring 2026. Reno Gazette-Journal
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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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Lit Thursdays at the Depot Gallery
6-8 p.m. — The Depot Gallery & Bookstore — Free entry — Connect with fellow writers in a supportive environment for creative collaboration and feedback.
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