Good morning, Sparks.

Sparks Police arrested Alejandro Ayala this afternoon near North McCarran Boulevard after officers responded at 3:00 p.m. to a call reporting that a woman was hit in the head with a metal chain and nearly strangled—he faces charges of domestic battery, domestic battery by strangulation, battery with a deadly weapon, obstructing justice and property damage.

Waste Management will offer free dump days at the Lockwood Landfill from April 17-19 and April 21-26 in celebration of Earth Day.

Residents can drop off bulky items while appliances with coolant, electronics, construction debris, hazardous waste, engines + transmissions will not be accepted.

TMCC Nurses' Association held a 5K fundraiser at Virginia Lake on Apr 6—raising funds to support the next generation of health care professionals—and the race boosted support for future training.

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.