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Saturday, April 25th, 2026
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kitten season is here and Nevada Humane Society is asking residents to donate essential supplies as its stock runs low. The nonprofit encourages community help to care for the rising number of kittens and ensure they get proper treatment + care. KTVN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kate Smith Elementary was on secure campus for about 30 minutes after police investigated a potential standoff — officials confirmed there is no threat and school operations resumed. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Washoe County reported two new mpox cases on Friday, the first since October 2022. Public health officials advise residents at higher risk to watch for symptoms like rash and fever and to consider the free vaccine available from local providers. News4
- ➤ RSV and flu cases are down and COVID remains low in northern Nevada as of Apr. 24, with health officials monitoring the trends closely - aiming to keep the community informed. KTVN
- ➤ Northern Nevada Public Health reported two mpox cases in Washoe County on Friday, Apr. 24 (the first since Oct. 2022) and noted the virus spreads through close skin-to-skin contact rather than as an STI. Officials urged at-risk residents to monitor symptoms and consider vaccination. FOX Reno
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