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Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reno-Sparks Pop Warner increases its enforcement on parent spectator behavior after recent fights at youth football games led to police intervention and disrupted the events. News4
- ➤ The Human Bean's "Coffee for a Cure" fundraiser on October 18 will donate all proceeds to help fund breast cancer screenings and support services for uninsured or underinsured women in Reno and Sparks. KTVN
- ➤ The Truckee Meadows Water Authority is hosting a webinar to guide homeowners on winterizing their sprinkler systems. KTVN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lyten plans to invest over $1 billion in building the world's first lithium-sulfur battery gigafactory near Reno, Nevada, aiming to produce up to 10 GWh of batteries annually by 2027. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heather Goulding and Carmen Ortiz are competing for Nevada Assembly District 27, with Goulding emphasizing healthcare, education, and housing, while Ortiz has not actively campaigned or raised funds. Reno Gazette-Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 'Our Center' in Northern Nevada hosted a free vaccination clinic for respiratory illnesses, offering the latest 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine alongside influenza and m-pox vaccines, with another opportunity to get vaccinated for free this Saturday. KTVN
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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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