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Thursday, August 15th, 2024
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The third annual Concert in the Parking Lot in Sparks, benefiting United Cerebral Palsy of Nevada, features music, activities, and is open to the public with a $5 suggested donation. KTVN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Gold Ranch Fire in Verdi is 80% contained at 657 acres, evacuations lifted, and power restored to over 6,000 customers, while a man was arrested for causing the fire through impaired driving. KTVN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jaelan Barnes was sentenced to up to four years in prison for holding his former partner hostage with a kitchen knife and biting him in the face. KTVN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for western Nevada and northeast California for Saturday due to critical fire danger from low humidity and strong winds. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washoe County announces the due date for the first installment of 2024/2025 property taxes on August 19, with a grace period until August 29 and multiple payment options available. KTVN
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Kaia FIT Sierra invites women and families to join three free workouts over Labor Day weekend in Reno and Sparks, requiring pre-registration. KTVN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Olympic swimmer Luke Hobson, who won silver and bronze medals at the Paris Olympics, will visit Reno High School to speak at an assembly. KTVN
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Gouache Painting Workshop with Donna Koepp
Experience an introductory gouache painting class focusing on landscape art, where you'll explore various techniques and leave with ready-to-frame pieces.
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Silk Painting Workshop with Louise Noel
Experience a creative journey in silk painting with silk artist Louise Noel, where students can create their own scarves using vibrant colors and various techniques.
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Reno Snaffle Bit Futurity Horse Event
Experience exciting horse competitions including Non-Pro Boxing and a special horse sale at the Reno Snaffle Bit Futurity.
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