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Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thousands of trout were stocked in Sparks Marina Wednesday morning (a boon for local anglers) and fishing began shortly after the event. KTVN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washoe County School District Superintendent Joe Ernst announced his retirement on March 11; his final day will be July 7 after 32+ years in education. He was hired in 2024 to lead the district. Reno Gazette-Journal
- ➤ The student-led robotics team tested a new robot for a competition on Mar. 11 at a local school — a project boosted by a donation from the Gillemot Foundation. The team aims to refine its skills for upcoming contests. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washoe County Commissioners voted three to two on Mar. 11 to reverse the planning commission’s denial of the Sierra Reflections project in Pleasant Valley, letting it move forward (despite community pushback). KTVN
- ➤ Crews worked overnight to repair a water main break along USA Parkway and are now fixing the asphalt on the travel lanes north of Innovation Drive – work aimed at restoring smooth traffic flow. The project is ongoing and may affect local travel. KTVN
- ➤ Overnight road work blocked all lanes on the West Golden Valley Road on-ramp to U.S. 395 starting Wednesday night and will conclude March 16 at 5 a.m.—motorists are advised to take alternate routes. KTVN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball team beat Air Force on Wednesday in the Mountain West Tournament+ the win pushed them ahead in the competition. KTVN
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Funkytown LIVE at RPM
7-10 p.m. — Reno Public Market — Free entry — Experience a night of high-energy disco and funk grooves with the vibrant sounds of Funkytown.
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Zen Zone Painting Party
1-4 p.m. — CaiE Oriental Asian Bistro — Open for all — Enjoy a creative afternoon of painting while savoring delicious Asian cuisine.
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Julio Preciado and Kanales Concert
9 PM — Millennium Night Club — Tickets available — Experience a night filled with live regional music and unmatched talent from Julio Preciado and Kanales.
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IDN Foundation Course – Reno (Sparks), NV
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. — ChiroFIT — Cost varies — Enhance your skills in Neurologic Dry Needling for effective pain management and sports rehabilitation.
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