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Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mellow Fellow, a downtown Reno restaurant, announced it will move to Sparks next month. Its new location — called Mellow Fellow International — will open in September and feature food from 12 countries while its current spot across from Greater Nevada Field will close at the end of this month. KTVN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A local security company said AI camera technology helped police catch a burglary suspect earlier this week—police reviewed footage that showed suspicious behavior. KTVN
- ➤ A social media post in Spanish Springs claimed a cat was decapitated by a human, but Washoe County Regional Animal Services determined a wild predator—most likely a coyote—killed the cat near Lazy 5 Park and encourages owners to keep pets indoors. Reno Gazette-Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ People are preparing for Burning Man as they shop at Junkee to gather supplies for their pilgrimage to Black Rock Desert — local businesses are busy and expect more activity as the event nears. KTVN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews are mopping up near the contained Rancho Fire north of Cold Springs today as they secure fire lines and hotspots. The blaze, which burned over 1,400 acres and was started by metal grinding, led to evacuations and drew help from several agencies — work that continues amid gusty winds. KTVN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Washoe County Sheriff’s Office marked National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day by sharing a 20-minute documentary and resources via its Facebook post that explained fentanyl's dangers and its impact on families and the community. The agency said its Detention Facility offers treatment programs, mental health support, and recovery resources to break the cycle of addiction — efforts that will continue as the crisis evolves. KTVN
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FRIDAY on a SATURDAY Double Feature
6-11:59 p.m. — West Wind El Rancho 4 Drive-In Theater — Tickets available on Eventbrite — Enjoy a nostalgic movie night with a drive-in double feature of 'FRIDAY' and 'NEXT FRIDAY'.
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Nugget Rib Cook-Off
9:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Victorian Square — Free admission — Savor over 250,000 pounds of ribs while enjoying live music and vibrant vendors at this spectacular barbecue festival.
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Par for a Purpose Golf Tournament
7 AM – 3 PM — Red Hawk Golf and Resort — Various sponsorship levels available — Swing into action for children's health with golf, awards, and a silent auction.
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NRAP's 2025 Annual R5k and Recovery Celebration
Nevada’s Recovery and Prevention (NRAP) warmly invites you to take part in a meaningful and uplifting event in honor of National Recovery Month—our 5th Annual R5K Run/Walk & Recovery Celebration! This community-centered gathering celebrates the strength and resilience of individuals in recovery and aims to break the stigma associated with substance use and mental health challenges.
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