Sparks Local News – Saturday, October 11th, 2025

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Saturday, October 11th, 2025

Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Sam’s Club will expand its Sunday hours to 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at most clubs beginning Oct. 12+ Plus members can still begin shopping early from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., and holiday hours will also be adjusted with some days remaining closed. Reno Gazette-Journal

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Sierra Arts Book Fest will be held in front of the Depot Gallery and Bookstore (a key local venue) (inviting community art fans) as planned. KTVN
➤ The Great Italian Festival is scheduled for this weekend in front of the Eldorado Casino. KTVN

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ The Washoe County School District will begin accepting school of choice applications on Monday. KTVN

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ RTC Washoe has nearly finished demolishing the south bridge for the Arlington Avenue Bridges project in Wingfield Park and is clearing debris to prepare for excavation and new bridge construction. Crews will pour concrete on the north bridge next week and Arlington Avenue is closed with detours in place (as part of the 32 million project) while Wingfield Park will reopen in summer. KTVN

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Despite the federal shutdown, Nevada WIC clinics remain open so families can use their food benefits and attend appointments—officials said the program is monitoring the situation and will update participants as needed. KTVN

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