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Sparks
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local agencies including the Reno Aces and HSA are joining forces to mark National Child Abuse Prevention Month and will plant over 1,000 blue pinwheels in Washoe County on April 10 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Greater Nevada Field—residents are encouraged to learn how to spot and report signs of abuse and neglect. KTVN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ryley Coker, a former Hug High School teacher accused of trying to pay a 16-year-old for sex, was sentenced to 16—48 months in prison — credit for 118 days served was applied. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Nevada assembly bill that would stop book bans in public and school libraries had its first hearing Tuesday—lawmakers debated measures to keep texts accessible. The bill would prevent school boards and others from removing or moving books and would require a court review for any challenge to library materials. Reno Gazette-Journal
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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