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Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A car fire on I-80 sparked a wildfire that burned hundreds of acres, leading to evacuations and power outages, impacting residents and businesses, with efforts now focused on containment and recovery. KTVN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Sparks Police, justifying their use of force in a 2020 car chase and shooting incident involving Joseph Williams, who was later sentenced to prison. KTVN
- ➤ Grant L. Clark, 63, a homeless man, was pronounced dead in his Washoe County jail cell, with the cause of death pending an autopsy. News4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sparks, Nevada, seeks to create the state's first toll road to improve connectivity between Spanish Springs and the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, aiming to alleviate congestion and enhance quality of life. FOX Reno
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A free Adult Dental Day clinic will offer various dental services to adults on a first-come, first-served basis on August 20th at the Community Health Alliance in Sparks. KTVN
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Silk Painting Workshop with Louise Noel
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