Good morning, Sparks.

Jacob, a local boy who battled brain cancer, will soon travel to Australia after Make-A-Wish granted his wish with help from northern Nevadans.

Volunteers renovated the Gallimore home by clearing the yard, repairing a damaged door and rebuilding the deck to help the retired couple move safely.

The project—led by Rebuilding Together Northern Nevada partnering with the Home Depot Foundation—also added extra security with a new screen door.

Sparks Fire Department crews are responding to an exterior structure fire at a residential building near Prater Way and Marian Way with westbound Prater Way closed while firefighters conduct mop-up operations and begin investigating the cause.

EmployNV is hosting several hiring events for northern Nevada job seekers.

A virtual interview for security guard positions will be held in Reno on April 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., while on April 8 the U.S. Postal Service will interview mail carrier candidates at the EmployNV hub in Sparks at 2281 Pyramid Way from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and a healthcare career fair will take place in Reno on April 23 at the Reno Town Mall at 4001 S. Virginia Street from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The Truckee Meadows Water Authority reported that as of April 2 the Tahoe Basin snowpack reached 109% of average, keeping the region drought-free.

Senior hydrologist Kara Steeland said late March storms improved water runoff and advised residents to conserve water as summer approaches — a positive sign for future supplies.

USPS began adjusting mail delivery on April 1 to save costs and improve service—some Nevada areas may see slower or faster mail delivery.

The postal service plans to cut 10,000 jobs and will make additional changes on July 1 to refine its delivery standards.

NDOC Director James Dzurenda testified before lawmakers on Thursday that Nevada spends $60 million a year in overtime due to officer shortages, which created a $50 million budget gap.

He said a staffing study started in 2024 and due in June will likely reveal a shortfall of over $100 million — a gap that may force program cuts like in-person education.

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.

EggFest 2025

10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Shadow Mountain Sports Complex — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled outdoor event for kids with opportunities to volunteer.

Science Distilled: Drive-in for Science

8:30-10:00 p.m. — West Wind El Rancho 4 Drive-In Theater — Members: $5/$10, Nonmembers: $7/$12 — Experience the thrilling journey of NASA astronaut Scott Kelly on a monumental space mission.

Whiff of Spring Fundraising Painting Event

1-4 p.m. — CaiE Oriental Asian Bistro — $39.00 — Enjoy a cheerful painting party while supporting a good cause at a local bistro.

LPGA Amateur Golf Association Scramble Open

May 2-3 — Red Hawk Golf and Resort — Registration required — Compete in a fun Net Scramble event with teams of four women using the Ambrose handicap method.