Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
Good morning, Sparks.
🏘️ Community
BLM and local agencies plan to clean up a hazardous stretch along Interstate 80 east of Sparks on Saturday, June 13 to remove trash and address safety risks.
Volunteers + ATVs will support the effort as DOT closes a lane for access.
Waffles and Wishes returns for its 14th year to support Make-A-Wish Nevada by granting more wishes to 250+ kids battling critical illnesses.
The annual fundraiser will share event details with local community members soon.
📰 Economy
Since the war with Iran began, rising gas prices have forced the Food Bank of Northern Nevada to spend over ($16,000) extra on fuel, straining its budget and lowering volunteer turnout.
Its recent donation drive gathered 97,000 lbs of food, a decrease from last year.
🏛️ Government
The Regional Transportation Commission is set to begin construction tomorrow at 7 p.m. on South Virginia Street between Moana and Hubbard Way as part of the Virginia Line Bus Rapid Transit project — the project will add bus-only lanes from Peckham Lane to Plumb Lane to improve transit safety.
With boating season underway at Lake Tahoe, the Nevada Department of Wildlife reminds boaters to wear life jackets + follow safe boating practices to enjoy water activities.
The agency advises careful conduct to keep the lake secure.
🏥 Health
Nevada Humane Society launches a six-week program offering free spay and neuter procedures for feral cats brought by Washoe County residents starting June 1.
Limited availability applies for Carson City-area residents.
🎉 Sparks Events
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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.
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.
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.
School of Rock Reno House Band & Green Day Summer Camp Show
2-4 p.m. — Reno Public Market — Free — Experience an electrifying afternoon of rock music performed by local youth rock musicians.
Collective Soul Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Celebrity Showroom — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Collective Soul live on stage.
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