Good morning, Sparks.

Sparks community remembers L.

David Kiley, a WWII veteran and ranch owner who played a key role in local growth by developing Kiley Ranch, after he died April 22 at age 99 (just weeks shy of his 100th birthday).

Kristen Remington highlighted creative designs at this year’s CANstruction event as community members can view the artistic structures at Meadowood Mall.

The event celebrates food art and local creativity.

Gas prices reached a four-year high on Apr.

30 as they continued to climb amid the Iran war, raising fuel costs for Sparks drivers.

Washoe County School District officials said graduation rates should improve year over year, offering promising news for the class of 2026 *as local schools focus on student support*.

The Washoe County School District reported gastrointestinal illness outbreaks at five elementary schools (Libby Booth, Rita Cannan, Caughlin Ranch, Natchez Elementary, and Jerry Whitehead) and in one Echo Loder classroom, with many students affected.

The Washoe County School District Board will decide at its May 12 meeting whether to renew, adjust, or end the i‑Ready contract—a math and reading program for K‑8 students—as it weighs the program’s cost and classroom impact.

The decision will affect students in Sparks and the region.

School officials reported gastrointestinal illness outbreaks today at five elementary schools, and one classroom at Echo Loder Elementary has many students sick.

The district has increased cleaning protocols and notified families through Connect Ed calls so symptomatic students can stay home.

Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue provided spring green waste collection on Apr.

30 to help Sparks residents clear yard debris from designated areas.

The Bureau of Land Management in Nevada is issuing a fire prevention order effective today+ it will remain in effect through late Oct to help curb fire risks.

The Bureau of Land Management is issuing a Fire Prevention Order effective today through Oct.

31 that prohibits fireworks, steel ammo, and explosive materials on all BLM-managed lands in Nevada.

Washoe County School District has reported gastrointestinal illness outbreaks at five elementary schools, including Libby Booth, Rita Cannan, Caughlin Ranch, Natchez, and Jerry Whitehead, plus a classroom at Echo Loder Elementary School.

The district increased sanitation procedures and notified families via Connect Ed calls.

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.