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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new report released by the Nevada Women's Fund reveals challenges faced by Nevada women, including wage gaps, legislative representation and housing costs (a comprehensive first-of-its-kind analysis). Alina Dangerfield interviewed a study pioneer to share these key findings with the local community. KTVN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nevada's unemployment rate increased by a tenth of a percent to 5.3 percent in January, according to the Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation. KTVN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local fire experts report that record-high temperatures and early snowmelt in Reno have shifted fire season nearly six weeks earlier than normal, urging residents to clear defensible space as fire risks increase this summer. Reno Gazette-Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Truckee Meadows Water Authority said water supplies remain stable today because reservoirs hold 85% capacity & Lake Tahoe storage prevents the need to release drought reserves. The agency urges customers to follow assigned watering days and no watering on Mondays to conserve water. KTVN
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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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In-Person Meet & Greet for FTD in Sparks
1-3 p.m. — Grimaldi's Pizzeria — Free entry — Connect with others affected by FTD and share your experiences over pizza.
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Popovich Comedy Pet Theater
5-8 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a unique blend of comedy and compassion featuring rescued animals in a family-friendly performance.
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CDL DRIVER CLASS B
CLASS B LICENSE NEEDED, PHYSICALLY FIT , LOCAL SPECIALTY LUMBER YARD DELIVERY DRIVER. PAY DEPENDENT ON EXPERIENCE, M-F SCHEDULE.
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