Good morning, Sparks.

The Truckee Meadows Firefighter Foundation gathered donations for the Food Bank of Northern Nevada yesterday.

ASUN Pack Provisions launched a drive on November 24 to collect gently used winter clothes and nonperishable food items that go directly back into the community—donors are encouraged to support local families in need during the holiday season.

Sugar Bowl Ski Resort has delayed its opening—officials said they are still preparing the slopes for winter sports.

The delay means visitors will have to wait longer for a fully ready facility.

Heavenly has opened for the season, offering its new services to local customers in Sparks—more details about its seasonal offerings are expected soon.

Dragon Lights is in its final week and will conclude on Sunday in Sparks—locals can attend before the event wraps up.

Local government offices in Sparks will close on November 27 for Thanksgiving and on November 28 for Family Day; City Hall, Parks & Recreation, and community centers will close early on November 26—reopening on December 1.

County and state agencies, including the DMV and transit services, are also adjusting their hours for the holidays.

The Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit Connect service in Incline Village and Crystal Bay will end on December 11th due to unstable funding, leaving residents without a key public transit option.

The service has provided over one million rides since its launch in 2021—declining tourism has reduced reinvestment funds needed to sustain it.

Travelers are expected to face heavy roads as families begin their trips during the Thanksgiving holiday—local routes will see increased traffic in the coming days.

The Spanish Springs football team left for Las Vegas to compete in the Nevada State Football Tournament and will face McQueen in the contest.

The team is expected to perform strongly ahead of the game.