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Wednesday, December 24th, 2025
Good morning, Sparks. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Children from nearby neighborhoods gathered on Mt. Rose today to go sledding. The event gave families a chance to enjoy winter fun and spend time on the snowy slopes. KTVN
- ➤ On Friday, Dec. 19, 2 News Nevada hosted the Salvation Army Red Kettle Drive at Scheels at Legends Mall, collecting $709.12 in person + $75 online to support local Salvation Army programs. KTVN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local grocery stores are open for last-minute shopping today — a reminder that buying local helps keep money in the community economy. KTVN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NV Energy warns that harsh weather may lengthen power outages as crews work to restore service in the area. Residents should prepare for delays in power restoration. KTVN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Before today, the state-run behavioral health system in northern Nevada relied on contract workers because it struggled to fill key roles, with psychiatric nurse and clinical social worker vacancies at 50% + 55%. DHHS transferred $1.8 million to fund contracts until February and will review staffing needs in April. Reno Gazette-Journal
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Rhinestone Rodeo New Year’s Eve Party
10 p.m. — Legends Bay Casino — Chance to win a new Ford Mustang — Boots, Bling & a New Year’s Fling awaits with live entertainment and a champagne toast.
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Beekeeping 101
6-8 p.m. — Rail City Garden Center — Cost includes manual — Discover the essentials of beekeeping and learn how to keep your bees healthy while harvesting honey.
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