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Saturday, September 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Sparks man who survived the Holocaust passed away—his celebration of life will be announced later. KTVN
- ➤ Special Olympics athlete Zachary Green will be honored at Guardian Games at Reed High School for his life-saving organ donation legacy—he donated his heart, lung, liver, kidneys and corneas to save lives. Nevada Donor Network, Special Olympics Nevada and Law Enforcement Torch Run host the event. KTVN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Traffic is slowing westbound on I-80 between Lockwood and Nugget Avenue as vehicles head into Sparks — officials report no crash or road closure and the cause remains unknown. KTVN
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Joe Lombardo said that 90 percent of Nevada’s public state websites and the DMV were restored after a cyberattack on Aug. 24 that forced systems offline. The state is still working to fix a few services, including the sex offender registry plus the firearm background check system remains offline. Reno Gazette-Journal
- ➤ Road construction on USA Parkway has been delayed—work will now take place in the coming weeks instead of this week. KTVN
- ➤ Washoe County residents who are disabled, low-income, or elderly can apply until September 30 for free curbside chipping to remove dry and dead vegetation from their property; Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue will provide service from October 11—October 19 and send approved residents an email with scheduling details. KTVN
- ➤ Governor Joe Lombardo said during a Friday morning press conference that 90% of state services are online — however, key functions such as background checks remain offline. State agencies are working this weekend — they plan to restore the remaining functions soon. KTVN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ SilverSummit Healthplan is giving $20,000 to Reno Rescue today at their ranch in Verdi to support a youth equine mentorship program for foster and adopted children — the donation will let the organization train 20 new mentors and serve 40 local children, with a 4:30 p.m. check presentation followed by a live mentor training tour. KTVN
- ➤ Northern Nevada is planning to launch a new department focused on addiction medicine—its purpose is to raise awareness about available substance abuse treatment options. The effort aims to help more residents access vital care. KTVN
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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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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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