Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Sparks.
Starting next Monday, the Food Bank of Northern Nevada’s Kids Café will serve free summer meals to children ages 2 to 18 at designated community sites in Sparks, including parks and libraries.
Meals must be eaten on site at one of 23 local locations.
The WCSD board may approve Tiffany McMaster’s three-year contract today at 2 p.m. that starts July 8 and offers a base salary of $287,500, 5% annual performance raises, a bonus (3% in the third year), and a $500 monthly car allowance.
Families in Nevada will receive $120 per child summer EBT benefits for groceries—funds auto-loaded on existing cards starting May 23 and new cards mailed by mid-July; state officials boosted outreach via email, text, and social media after an 80% redemption rate last summer.
Afton at Sparks Marina opened its senior living complex on Monday, offering 142 one- and two-bedroom apartments for seniors 55 and older, with units reserved for affordable housing.
The building at 1275 East Prater Way features amenities (clubhouse, three fitness centers, covered parking, and valet trash service) to support downsizing.
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.
Michael Feinstein: Because of You - A Tribute to Tony Bennett
N/A — N/A — Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater — Experience a heartfelt tribute to Tony Bennett delivered by Michael Feinstein with the Carnegie Hall Ensemble.
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