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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Seniors gathered at Dorothy McAlinden Park on May 14 for an ice cream social where they shredded documents and socialized with friends. The event gave local older adults a chance to connect and enjoy a fun community afternoon. KTVN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Allegiant completed its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines on May 13, keeping operations unchanged for now. The two carriers will continue separate schedules and reservations (with plans to eventually offer a broader network for Nevada flyers). Reno Gazette-Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Road closures are in effect around Nugget Events Center for a Brad Paisley concert (expected to cause delays), so drivers are advised to plan alternate routes. KTVN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lois Allen Elementary School resumed normal operations after secured campus status was lifted on Thursday by the Washoe County School District & officials confirmed that the earlier precautionary measures have been resolved. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Archival photos show former Washoe County District Attorney Dick Gammick, who served 19 years prosecuting high-profile cases from the 1970s to the 2000s, highlighting his work with police and officials in Washoe County - his career reflects decades of local justice. Reno Gazette-Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 14, the Reno Aces rebranded as the Reno Silver Sox for Throwback Thursday, celebrating team history; player Jacob Amaya (whose grandpa played on the team) stressed the value of family ties during the event. 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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Keith Urban Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Nugget Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of country music with Keith Urban in Sparks.
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