Good morning, Sparks.

The third annual Great Basin Scottish Highland Games will return to Sparks on September 13 and 14 at Gandolfo Arena—located on 2200 Loop Road—for a weekend of heavy athletics, cultural performances and vendor displays that benefit a local high school.

On Monday the Sparks Redevelopment Agency approved a $10-million purchase of a 7.8-acre lot near the Sparks Marina for a new City Hall campus to replace aging facilities and crowded offices.

Officials said the move—funded by a dedicated redevelopment fund—will improve civic services, protect key land from private use, and boost local businesses.

The Nevada DMV announced that all offices will remain closed until further notice due to a network outage that began on August 24—cancelled appointments will be accepted as walk-ins for two weeks and any fees incurred will be waived when the DMV reopens.

Seniors in Washoe County will attend Senior Fest 2025 at Reno Town Mall on Sept.

2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., where they can get free health screenings, high-dose senior flu shots, and vaccinations including COVID, pneumonia, RSV and shingles — and receive details on Medicare Advantage, VA benefits and local services.

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.

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.

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.