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Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fuel prices spiked yesterday as the war with Iran drove statewide gas costs above average — local stations in Sparks charged about $4.97 per gallon for cash, prompting drivers to adjust their budgets. KTVN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Valleys High School was placed on a secured campus on Wednesday morning due to a possible threat + school officials later lifted the status after determining no credible threat, allowing classes to continue normally. FOX Reno
- ➤ WCSD will interview Deputy Superintendent Tiffany McMaster on May 12 at its board meeting and may appoint her immediately as the new superintendent. Board members will consider public survey questions (collected from families, students, and staff) during the interview as the district seeks stable leadership. Reno Gazette-Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local fire crews are asking for community feedback on a study of regional fire & EMS services; the survey closes today for residents to share their thoughts. KTVN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Care Flight launched its new blood transfusion program on Apr. 29 to help patients receive blood transfusions faster and easier, reducing wait times for critical care. KTVN
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