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Friday, September 27th, 2024

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Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A new hybrid beacon crosswalk has been installed on East Second Street between Pringle Way and Kirman Avenue to enhance pedestrian safety.  KTVN

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A woman was hospitalized with minor injuries following a collision between an e-bike and another vehicle in Sparks.  KTVN
  • Eliseo L. Magdaleno, 25, of Sparks, died from a motorcycle crash in Reno, with the investigation ongoing by Nevada State Police.  News4

CULTURE NEWS

  • Washoe County faced 22 of the national 9,021 library book challenges in 2023, predominantly targeting material with LGBTQ+ themes.  Reno Gazette-Journal

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • After a coyote bit a worker, the Nevada Department of Wildlife euthanized several coyotes and reminded the public that feeding wild animals is illegal.  KTVN

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Pyramid Highway widening and improvement project in Nevada is 75% complete, remains on schedule for a 2025 completion, and aims to enhance traffic mobility and safety for the daily 50,000 vehicles.  FOX Reno

HEALTH NEWS

  • Washoe County has temporarily shut down The Brewer's Cabinet due to the brewery's failure in a health inspection citing critical and non-critical violations.  KTVN

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Mosaic 101 Workshop

    Learn the fundamentals of mosaic art in this comprehensive workshop led by studio owner and artist Katie Packham, featuring hands-on activities and all materials included.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Mosaic Pendant Workshop with Katie Packham

    Learn the art of creating beautiful mosaic pendants guided by experienced artist Katie Packham in a hands-on workshop.

    Thu, 10/3/24

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  • 1st Annual Oktoberfest at Nugget Event Center

    Celebrate local and German culture with a variety of beers, food stalls, live entertainment, and games at this vibrant festival.

    Sat, 10/5/24

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  • 1st Annual Oktoberfest at Nugget Event Center

    Experience a vibrant celebration featuring local and German beer, food stalls, live entertainment, and engaging competitions at the inaugural Oktoberfest event.

    Sun, 10/6/24

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  • Mosaic Garden Stones Workshop

    Experience a fun beginner-level class to create a colorful mosaic garden paver while learning essential mosaic techniques.

    Thu, 10/10/24

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  • Introductory Stained Glass Workshop

    Experience a hands-on introduction to stained glass art by creating a geometric stained glass hanging in a small class setting.

    Sun, 10/13/24

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  • Introductory Silversmithing Workshop: Create Your Own Pendant or Ring

    Learn the fundamental skills of handmade jewelry by crafting a unique pendant or upgrade to a gemstone ring in this hands-on silversmithing workshop.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • Dirty Heads Concert with Sublime With Rome

    Experience an exciting live performance by Dirty Heads alongside Sublime With Rome at the Nugget Event Center in Sparks.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Needle Felted Pumpkins Workshop

    Learn to create adorable felt pumpkins perfect for Halloween and Thanksgiving in this engaging workshop designed for beginners.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • Reductive Printing Workshop: Halloween Edition

    Experience a creative day of printmaking focused on Halloween themes, where participants will learn to create vibrant prints using the reductive process.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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