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Saturday, September 28th, 2024
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian was hospitalized with minor injuries after a crash in Sparks on Friday morning. KTVN
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash near the Parr Boulevard exit on US 395 led to the closure of all southbound lanes, with traffic backed up for at least a mile and one person hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. News4
- ➤ Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue successfully extinguished an early morning barn fire in Silver Knolls, resulting in one minor injury, with the cause under investigation. News4
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 68-year-old Sparks man was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material after a tip led to the discovery of illicit content on his phone. KTVN
- ➤ John Heinz was fatally shot by Yun Kim in Sparks during a renovation dispute, with Kim facing multiple charges including murder. Reno Gazette-Journal
- ➤ Seven businesses were found to have served or sold alcohol to underage individuals during a recent compliance check, out of sixteen inspected. KTVN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Street Vibrations offers free stunt shows, enhancing local economic activity. KTVN
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Glass Fusion Workshop: Crafting Nevada-Inspired Art
Experience the artistry of glass fusion by creating a Nevada-themed suncatcher or yard art piece under the guidance of a skilled artist in a hands-on workshop.
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