Good morning, Sparks.

Free shuttle service for Hot August Nights will run from Tuesday until August 9, easing travel for attendees—ensuring residents and visitors can reach event sites without extra cost.

A collision between a semi-truck and a car closed lanes in west Sparks on Thursday evening.

A Sparks man was killed in a GSR shooting and his family said he worked over three decades in restaurants and casinos while loving to cook.

Court documents show that Dakota Hawver — who had been ordered on July 21 to pay $582 monthly plus $5,700 in child support arrears for his 4-year-old — shot six people outside the Grand Sierra Resort on July 28, killing three and was pronounced dead overnight Wednesday while Sparks Police said no motive was established.

The Desert Research Institute is recruiting local volunteers for its air quality study that began on July 31+ the study will help researchers gather important data about local air quality.

Sparks officials announced road closures for Hot August Nights that will be in effect until August 11 — drivers are urged to plan alternate routes — as increased traffic from the event is expected.

FRIDAY on a SATURDAY Double Feature

6-11:59 p.m. — West Wind El Rancho 4 Drive-In Theater — Tickets available on Eventbrite — Enjoy a nostalgic movie night with a drive-in double feature of 'FRIDAY' and 'NEXT FRIDAY'.

Nugget Rib Cook-Off

9:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Victorian Square — Free admission — Savor over 250,000 pounds of ribs while enjoying live music and vibrant vendors at this spectacular barbecue festival.