Good morning, Sparks.

Reno resident Ann Silver, CEO of the Reno Sparks Chamber of Commerce, recalled surviving a 9/11 attack when her North Tower office shook on Sept.

11, 2001. She remembers bright skies, dark stairwells, and carries a tattoo reading "Grace and gratitude" as a solemn reminder.

Ann Silver, CEO of the Reno Sparks Chamber of Commerce, recalled being in the World Trade Center when a plane hit the North Tower on Sept.

11, 2001. She said the event changed her life (her tattoo reads 'Grace and gratitude') and the day carries heavy memory 25 years later.

El Rancho Drive-In is screening free movies today in Sparks + the gates open at 6 p.m. with films starting at 8 p.m.

Truckee Meadows Fire is accepting applications for curbside chipping—a service for disabled, low-income, or elderly residents (or those who cannot travel) that makes green waste collection easier across the community.

County leaders in Washoe are studying this summer's Bug and Hawk fire evacuations to find road bottlenecks and improve emergency responses—residents’ feedback informs models used in the all hazards study.

Preliminary results are expected by fall.

Local leaders have been discussing the Sierra Reflections Project (planned for Pleasant Valley) to review if it complies with the Truckee Meadows Regional Plan.

Renown announced a plan for a standalone children’s hospital after receiving a $40 million gift from philanthropist Tom Golisano + the initiative is expected to boost pediatric care for local families.

On World Suicide Prevention Day yesterday, Sparks community members learned about mental health support as Nami Nevada & the National Alliance on Mental Health offered key resources to those in need.

Day one of the Great Reno Balloon Race saw pilots Jayson Kimball, Karolyn Mumm and Justin Wilkinson earn top ranks as points were awarded for proximity to the target.

The race continues today.