Good morning, Sparks.

A water main break has closed the northbound lanes of USA Parkway near Sydney Drive at the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center, and drivers are urged to take alternate routes until further notice, according to the Storey County Sheriff's Office.

Brewer's Cabinet is preparing to transform its parking lot into an outdoor fight arena for two nights of action, food, music and local craft beer.

The event will feature local bouts and an exclusive debut of its new flagship beer.

Animal Ark reported that a beloved black bear died overnight from wildfire stress at the facility.

Staff said that other animals remain stable and that plans are underway to transfer smaller animals to safe enclosures.

NV Energy restored power to all customers affected by emergency de-energization during the Bug and Stallion fires, repairing damaged equipment and working with firefighters and emergency responders amid favorable weather (a top safety priority, officials said).

The 30th anniversary Casey Folks Vegas to Reno off-road race opened Aug.

12 near Reno and will test racers with a reversed course from Reno — Las Vegas. It is part of the American Off-Road Racing Championship and featured a downtown Reno festival with actor Jeremy Renner as grand marshal.

High school football returned when Sparks and Hug High Schools played on Friday, Aug.

14 as local fans cheered a spirited game that marked the sport's revival in our community.