Good morning, Sparks.

On Saturday, roughly 15,000 residents attended the Northern Nevada Pride Festival in Midtown after its usual location closed because Arlington Bridge is under construction — the parade started downtown and continued along Virginia Street with vendors, food, and live music.

Community members expressed pride in the event as it celebrated diversity and inclusion.

This week, local events bring steady entertainment with Sparks hosting Restless Artists Theatre’s finale, The Taming at 295 20th St., and high school football games, while the Biggest Little Latin Festival and Nevada sports matchups offer more options in the region.

Road work on Sparks Boulevard may cause delays—visitors should plan ahead for possible lane closures.

Firefighters fully contained the R-14 Buffalo Fire on September 7, which started a week ago—no further danger is reported.

Lane reductions on I-80 began Sunday night—drivers noticed the changes in the highway lanes.

Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation is running its annual Know the Gold Campaign — an effort to raise funds for families of children with cancer.

Justin Wilkinson from La Quinta, who piloted the Cosmic Crisp Apple balloon, won first place at the Great Reno Balloon Race on September 7 and his father, Steve Wilkinson, finished second and was named pilot of the day.

The race also featured other top competitors — Eileen Jones, Jayson Kimball, and David Dunrud.

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.