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Thursday, August 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Several roads around Downtown Sparks will be temporarily closed for the 'Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off', with alternative parking and shuttle services available.  KTVN

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Nevada discontinues state funding for universal free school meals, urging eligible families to apply for the program due to the critical need for student nutrition.  News4

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • NDOT plans to fix mismatched sound walls along Pyramid Highway by adding locally produced artwork, at an estimated cost of $400,000 to taxpayers.  News4
  • Nevada voters to decide on exempting diapers from sales tax, potentially joining 19 states and the capital in eliminating the tax starting January 1, 2025.  News4

HEALTH NEWS

  • Health experts, including Epidemiologist Danika Williams, warn of an increased risk of respiratory viruses like COVID-19, Flu, and RSV in Fall due to more indoor gatherings and advocate for vaccinations as the best prevention.  News4

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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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.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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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.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Garlic Growing Workshop

    Learn the best tips and tricks for growing garlic at home while exploring various seed garlic varieties available for purchase.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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