Good morning, Sparks.

Day two of the Best in the West Rib Cook Off wrapped up on Sept.

3 in Sparks as top BBQ teams from across the country showcased their best flavors (organizers say the contest highlighted regional culinary talent), setting the stage for a lively final day.

Day two of the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off took place on Sep.

3 in Sparks — locals sampled new rib flavors along with their favorites during the event.

Firefighters kept the Blue Eagle Fire 90 percent contained as crews prepared for strong winds — a challenge that could test remaining fire lines.

All evacuations for the Hawk Fire have been lifted & Governor Lombardo’s executive order has activated housing assistance while federal emergency declaration approval helps recovery efforts.

Local agencies continue restoring power and securing affected areas.

The City of Sparks and Reno will mark 25 years since Sept.

11 on Friday, Sept. 11 with two ceremonies: a remembrance at 5:30 a.m. at Reno City Plaza and a Patriot Day commemoration at 9 a.m. at Sparks Marina — hosted with the Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza.

Federal judges upheld Nevada’s ban on prediction markets from Kalshi after a temporary block was imposed in Carson City in March.

State officials praised the ruling (citing strong gaming regulatory standards) and Kalshi said it will seek further review.

Reno is set to launch an emergency housing assistance program that will offer up to $1 million in rental and temporary lodging support for wildfire-impacted households in Reno, Sparks (and unincorporated Washoe County) affected by the Bug, Fred, Stallion, and Hawk fires.

The program will use existing funds until state funding is approved.

Congressman Nark Amodei secured nearly $34 million and the U.S. Geological Society added $300,000 for Nevada’s early-warning system, as the Nevada Seismological Laboratory will use the funds to improve earthquake detection in the coming months.

Nurses at St. Mary’s began striking yesterday after contract talks stalled last summer, with union members calling for improved pay and benefits at the local hospital in Sparks.

Wolf Pack Fridays will celebrate Nevada athletics at The Village at Rancharrah from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday — the event features the Nevada Band, cheerleaders, student-athletes and coaches joining local fans to boost game day spirit.