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Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Northern Nevada HOPES held a community baby shower on September 22nd — the first 50 attendees received free diapers. KTVN
- ➤ Dragon Lights returns on Friday at Rancho San Rafael Park—community members will gather for the event as it brings a unique local celebration to the park. KTVN
- ➤ Residents near Sparks Marina have faced persistent trash and odor issues in the canal from storm drain runoff after heavy rains. City officials hired a contractor for monthly cleanup and turned off a recirculating pump to test improvement—residents hope for a long-term solution. FOX Reno
- ➤ Over the weekend, the American Red Cross answered two house fires by sending volunteers to affected homes and providing food, water, and emergency supplies—while the Sparks Fire Department advised residents to service smoke alarms, inspect chimneys, and reduce clutter to prevent future fires. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Sparks City Council voted Monday to begin drafting an ordinance to regulate data centers—city staff will now research potential rules to manage the facilities’ energy and water demands amid growing tech needs and environmental concerns. News4
- ➤ A groundbreaking took place at the Nevada State Fairgrounds on September 22 for a project that will improve the fire and sewer systems. KTVN
- ➤ At the Sparks City Council meeting on September 22, John Firestone from the Life Change Center and Sky Ranch Middle School students shared updates on opioid settlement improvements and e-bike safety while Mayor Ed Lawson declared October as Careers in Construction Month and designated October 5–11 as Fire Prevention Week. Council approved actions on data center zoning, a $35,000,000 tourism bond issuance, a firefighters agreement, and a deviation for a multi-family residential project at 6635 Five Ridges Parkway — moves that will guide future local development. City of Sparks
- ➤ Senator Cortez Masto responded to a comment from a White House spokesperson on her tourism remarks made during a Culinary Workers Union speech, saying the statement misrepresented her views. Her reply comes as tourism in northern Nevada continues to decline — a trend that is guiding current policy discussions. KTVN
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management approved the 404-mile Nevada Interstate 80 Middle Mile Project that will boost high-speed internet for schools, libraries, clinics and communities across Northern Nevada—State officials are coordinating planning and procurement to meet connectivity standards. KTVN
- ➤ RTC announced progress on Mill Street when crews paved the road from Terminal Way to I-580 last week and installed a pedestrian ramp east of the Grand Sierra Resort—steps that show a key boost—as part of ongoing road improvements. KTVN
- ➤ Congressman Mark Amodei spoke with the Energy Secretary last week in support of the Thacker Pass project—both sides discussed terms for a potential loan deal. KTVN
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Home buyers in Sparks may find a great chance as home prices drop — local realtors say buyers should act soon while falling prices continue this fall. KTVN
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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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Dirty Heads Live Performance
6:15-7:45 p.m. — Nugget Event Center — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of reggae-infused rock with the Dirty Heads.
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