Good morning, Sparks.

Join Together Northern Nevada has partnered with local law enforcement for a drug take-back event on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. PDT at nine Washoe County sites—covering areas in Reno, Sparks, Spanish Springs, and Cold Springs, where residents can safely drop off unused prescription medications while law enforcement and the DEA ensure proper disposal; sharps are accepted at separate locations.

Gasoline prices in Nevada dropped to $3.87 per gallon today, down four cents from last week and much lower than last year's average of $4.60.

Crude oil is currently $62 a barrel — down from $82 — while local prices vary, with Las Vegas at $3.87 and Reno at $4.16.

The Nevada Department of Education said Washoe County School District did not follow the proper process to apply for funds for a residential treatment program for a deaf student with significant behavioral needs.

The school board voted on April 22 to take legal action against the state—planning to use $50,000 from general funds for legal fees—despite the state stating that funds from the Contingency Account for Special Education cover such placements.

Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District will break ground on Station 35 on Monday, April 28, at 11 a.m. The new station — built with support from Apple and located off Interstate 80 and Waltham Way — will ease the load on Station 37 and improve emergency response along the corridor.

Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District will break ground on its new Station 35 on April 28 at 11:00 a.m. near Interstate 80 and Waltham Way, where Apple has donated land and funds—supporting expanded fire coverage along the I-80 corridor.

The Sparks Marina northwest parking lot will be closed on April 30 for maintenance—affecting the area south of the roundabout on the west side while Western Village Casino reseals the asphalt.

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.

Mom’s on the Run 2025

7-11 a.m. — Procter R Hug High School — Registration required — Celebrate Mother's Day with a community 5K run and walk supporting local women battling cancer.

Jaywalkers Weekly Meeting

5:30-6:30 p.m. — 1640 Prater Way, Sparks, NV — Free entry — Engage in supportive discussions on addiction recovery in a welcoming environment.