Sparks

This week marks the return of the Reno Rodeo, festivals, live music and our favorite event scheduled this coming weekend: The Reno Big Wheel Races.

Swim season has reached northern Nevada with a number of outdoor pools opening for the season Saturday, June 11.

It was a pleasure writing this week’s “five events” column, in part because there are so many events to choose from – unlike this time last year.

Also, three local events are taking to the roadways, including America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride, Street Vibrations Spring Rally and Reno-Tahoe Odyssey.

The second annual Trash and Cast on Saturday helped clean up the Truckee River east of Sparks by Mustang Road.   

Road closures and detours will be in place along Geno Martini Parkway in Sparks starting Monday, May 23 and lasting for about a week.

There are not one, not two, not three, but at least four walks this week to learn more about yourself, nature, art and the wondrous beauty of the Truckee River. 

Sparks Fire Department Chief Jim Reid yesterday submitted his intention to retire from the department.

Regional Transportation Commission officials this week said drivers should plan ahead for temporary closure of a portion of El Rancho Drive in Sparks beginning Monday, March 28.

City of Sparks firefighters today issued a statement of no confidence in their Chief, Jim Reid.