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Tuesday, November 26th, 2024

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Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Katie Histing, founder of Katie's Collective and childhood cancer advocate, passed away at Renown following a prayer vigil, after battling Ewing's Sarcoma since 2018.  KTVN
  • Sparks will experience street closures and lane restrictions on Thanksgiving Day from 7 a.m. to noon for the Turkey Trot event, affecting areas primarily along the Sparks Boulevard corridor.  KTVN

CRIME NEWS

  • A Reno man and woman received sentences of 80 and 48 years respectively for their roles in multiple residential burglaries in Washoe County between December 2022 and February 2023.  KTVN

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Multiple Washoe County and City of Sparks government offices, including libraries and the regional transportation commission, will be closed for the Thanksgiving and Family Day holidays with certain essential services remaining operational.  KTVN
  • The Sparks City Council meeting on November 25, 2024, saw the swearing-in of newly elected officials including a Municipal Court Judge, three Councilmembers, and the City Attorney.  City of Sparks

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 26th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot

    Experience a morning of fitness and community at the 26th Annual Scheels Turkey Trot, featuring timed 10k and 2-mile non-timed routes that support local environmental initiatives.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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  • Winter Arts & Gifts Show at Grand Sierra Resort

    Experience a vibrant showcase of creativity featuring unique artworks, crafts, and gifts while supporting local artisans.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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  • Tracy Lawrence Concert

    Tracy Lawrence will perform live at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, NV.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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