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Friday, August 16th, 2024
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sparks Police and Fire Departments compete in the Ninth Annual Battle of the Badges blood drive to see who can garner more donations, aiming to bolster local blood supplies. KTVN
- ➤ A drone show with patriotic colors lit up the sky at Sparks Marina during the Veterans Memorial Plaza annual gala fundraiser amid a fire weather warning for gusty winds and low humidity in parts of Western Nevada and Northeastern California. KTVN
- ➤ Asher's wish was fulfilled by a local Make-A-Wish event called 'Waffles and Wishes' at the Grand Sierra Resort, amid a fire weather watch warning for parts of Western Nevada and Northeastern California. KTVN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Nevada judge has reopened a lawsuit against air traffic controllers for their potential role in a 2016 fatal plane crash near Reno, with the pilot's family seeking $6.5 million in damages. KTVN
- ➤ Two U.S. Navy helicopters landed in Pickett Park carrying 10 injured servicemembers from Fallon Naval Air Station following a training incident. KTVN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Oscar Urbina-Acosta was convicted of sexual assault and lewdness against a child under 14 in Washoe County, facing life imprisonment. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A three-day outdoor training session was held by the State Forestry and Nevada National Guard to bolster wildland firefighting skills amidst forecasts of increased fire risk due to gusty winds and low humidity in parts of western Nevada and northeastern California. 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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