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Sparks
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses and the Nevada Humane Society team up for tailgate events to fundraise for homeless pets, offering a car or $15,000 raffle prize. KTVN
- ➤ Ferrari Farms offers a range of Fall activities including a corn maze, hayrides, movies under the stars, and a country store, open daily through October. KTVN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities are investigating a suspect in Sparks for possibly setting multiple fires. KTVN
- ➤ Sergio Rivera was arrested for starting two fires near I-80 and Battle Born Way in Sparks, seen on NDOT cameras, with further investigations into unrelated fires ongoing. KTVN
- ➤ Jesse Michael Chulay, a former juvenile probation officer, is charged with using his officer-issued fuel card for personal car gas purchases. KTVN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The northern lights may be visible again in Northern Nevada on Friday due to a recent coronal mass ejection from the sun. Reno Gazette-Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washoe County aims to dismiss a $300,000 lawsuit by former Human Services Agency director Amber Howell, who alleges discrimination and retaliation following her whistleblowing and mental health diagnosis. KTVN
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The article announces a warehouse sale offering professional, casual, and winter attire. KTVN
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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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Sparks Cars & Coffee Monthly Gathering
Experience a vibrant community event dedicated to car enthusiasts and coffee lovers in Sparks.
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Fleas The Season: Reno Punk Rock Flea Market 2024
Experience a vibrant two-day punk flea market featuring a variety of vendors, live bands, kids' activities, and community engagement in a lively indoor venue.
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Durango Fest at Millennium Night Club
Experience an exciting night of music and entertainment at Durango Fest in Sparks, NV.
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Handmade for the Holidays Craft Fair
Experience the creativity of over 45 local artisans and small businesses at this annual holiday craft fair, featuring unique gifts and a raffle to support a local initiative.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Too many of us are not living our dreams because we are living our fears.
~ Les Brown
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