Good morning, Sparks.

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.

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.

Firefighters and construction teams held a rescue exercise on Friday in Sparks—practicing techniques to safely extract victims from an overturned car.

The intersection of Mill Street and Kietzke Lane is closed to through traffic since Friday night and will reopen at 7 a.m. on Sunday.

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.

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.

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.

Popovich Comedy Pet Theater

5-8 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a unique blend of comedy and compassion featuring rescued animals in a family-friendly performance.