Good morning, Sparks.

Local officials remind campers to follow campfire safety rules as they prepare for Fourth of July activities; please check guidelines at local parks (to help prevent wildfires) before you head out.

On July 4, Sparks hosts the Star Spangled Sparks event featuring fireworks, food, arts and crafts, and live music at Victorian Avenue (4–10 p.m.).

Local residents can look forward to a festive celebration marking Independence Day.

A park built for the Love Your Block program is now part of the University District's transformation in Sparks.

The new space (a key community resource) will benefit local residents with improved public amenities.

Sparks firefighters responded to a call after a hiker fell on a trail and found the hiker uninjured while his dog (Wick) was too weak to continue so the crew safely rescued the dog and returned it to the owner's vehicle.

Coffeebar, Lighthouse Coffee Shop, Old World Coffee Roasters, and The Roost remain in the final round of the Reno-Tahoe Coffee Bracket.

Voters from Sparks and nearby areas can visit these coffee shops and cast their votes until Sunday, July 5.

Artown kicks off tomorrow in northern Nevada with a month-long celebration of the arts — an opening concert featuring Smash Mouth, a July 4 Reno Philharmonic performance at Mackay Stadium with a 500-drone light show, and a new mural unveiled on July 2.

Washoe County School District is asking residents to help decide the future use of the retired Stead Elementary School property as officials consider plans to sell, lease, or partner on community projects; residents can share feedback via an online survey available from June 29 — July 17.

The Washoe County School District is seeking a new administration building site on vacant properties after dropping Wooster plans to consolidate its staff.

The board may purchase a property as early as July with work beginning by 2027, and University of Nevada, Reno is interested in the Ninth Street site.

Washoe County will raise the gas tax per gallon by one penny starting tomorrow (July 1) as part of its annual rate adjustment.

Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue and the Washoe County Sheriff's Office warn residents that illegal fireworks can lead to fines (up to $1,000) and jail time as hot, dry conditions heighten fire risks ahead of the Fourth of July; they urge attending professional displays and proper disposal of unwanted fireworks.

The Give 2 Live Blood Drive will take place next week in Sparks—organizers say donations are needed to meet high blood demand.

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.

Dj's World Latin Rave Fest

10 p.m. — Millennium Night Club — Ticket purchase required — Experience the infectious rhythms and powerful lyrics of Sonido Eskandalo live in Sparks.

Softball Camp for Girls

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Shadow Mountain Sports Complex — Lunch not included — A comprehensive softball camp focused on skill development for girls aged 5-18.

Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors Concert

8 AM – 5 PM — Nugget Casino Resort — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a nostalgic night with three legendary ‘90s alt-rock bands performing their greatest hits.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying blend of poetic lyricism and infectious melodies from one of modern rock's dynamic acts.

Reno-Sparks City Championship

Tournament days — July 18-19 — Sierra Sage Golf Course — Cost varies with membership — Compete in a 36-hole Stableford tournament with divisions for all skill levels.

An Evening with Steep Canyon Rangers

8-9:30 p.m. — Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater — $55-$75 — Experience the iconic bluegrass sounds of Steep Canyon Rangers as they celebrate their new album 'Next Act'.