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Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lake Valley Fire Protection held a procession on May 8 to honor Fire Engineer Neil Schnaible for his dedication and service — a tribute celebrated by family and colleagues. KTVN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sparks High School was placed on a Secured Campus yesterday at 1:30 p.m. after officials investigated a possible threat, and the measure was lifted ten minutes later with no further details released. News4
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Smart About Water event runs today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Idlewild Park’s California Building (offering water conservation tips to local residents). KTVN
- ➤ Officials warn that as the region experiences its warmest weekend so far, the Truckee River remains near 50°F — icy enough to shock swimmers — and visitors should wear helmets, life jackets and water shoes when entering the river. FOX Reno
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Amid record-breaking temperatures, a Reno Fire Water Entry Team recommends safety precautions for enjoying the Truckee River. Their tips emphasize proper water entry techniques to help reduce risks during river recreation. KTVN
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Reno Card & Collectible Show
10 AM - 6 PM — Reno-Sparks Convention Center — Cost varies — Discover a wide range of trading cards and collectibles from various vendors.
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Movie Night at Westwind Drive-In
8-10 p.m. — West Wind El Rancho Drive-In Theater — Free entry — A fun family movie night under the stars awaits all attendees.
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