Good morning, Sparks.

Access Market has opened to provide fresh produce, shelf-stable food and meat to locals.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect from 1 PM today to 9 PM Saturday with a Fire Weather Watch set for Sunday afternoon — residents should avoid activities that could spark a fire.

A new dog park is coming to Damonte Ranch Park and is expected to finish by fall.

The project will offer a secure area for dogs — boosting local recreation.

Nevadans are invited to share photos, letters, stories and keepsakes for a statewide 50-year time capsule project launched on July 4 in Carson City; submissions can be made digitally or by mail until Oct.

31 to preserve everyday life for America's 300th birthday in 2076.

The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada rebranded itself as Northern NV Now yesterday to clear confusion and boost its regional appeal; it will update its website + signage while keeping its official name for legal purposes.

Climatologists in Nevada are tracking a strong El Niño in the tropical Pacific that could shift winter storm patterns for the Reno+Sparks area.

Experts at UNR say warmer storms may bring more rain in valleys and raise flood risks when heavy rain melts snow.

The Biscar Fire, which started last Saturday near Biscar Reservoir, now burns 69,344 acres and is 42% contained (evacuation orders and warnings remain active in Lassen and Washoe counties).

Fire crews will continue their efforts amid forecast thunderstorms that could complicate containment.

Nevada Health Authority is set to launch new work requirements for Medicaid expansion members starting Jan.

1, 2027, affecting about 280,000 recipients. The agency is increasing outreach & hiring navigators to help members understand and comply with the changes.

Shinedown & Coheed and Cambria Concert

8-11 p.m. — Nugget Casino Resort — Tickets may sell out fast — Experience the powerhouse live performance of Shinedown with their signature arena-sized hooks.