By Kayla Anderson Sparks Tribune As we go into autumn and flu season starts to become more prevalent, coronavirus cases remain steadily on the rise which causes concern for local hospitals and what they can handle. As of October 11, there have been more than 10,646 positive cases of coronavirus in Washoe County and 170 deaths; in the entire State of Nevada there have been … [Read more...]
Sparks High School holds annual flag ceremony
By Kayla Anderson Sparks Tribune A pandemic doesn’t stop the Sparks High School Railroaders from continuing tradition as the school’s alumni association was recently able to host its annual flag raising ceremony. On the morning of September 28, the Sparks High ROTC and Class of 1970 alumni Kathy LeMond raised a new American flag and retired the old one. The annual … [Read more...]
Nugget Casino Resort laying off over 150 employees
By Kayla Anderson Sparks Tribune Sparks businesses are still feeling the effects of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, as more residents test positive and continue to spread the disease. Large companies that rely on tourism and large events (like casinos) are also at risk as they continue to operate at lesser capacity and don’t have as many people dining, … [Read more...]
Officials report 36 Covid-19 cases so far in school district
By Kayla Anderson Sparks Tribune On Friday, September 11, the Washoe County School District held a media briefing to discuss the major issues surrounding school operations and the covid pandemic. School District Superintendent Dr. Kristen McNeill began the meeting by stating that it was a Distance Learning day for all students because the air quality was … [Read more...]
Memorial held for late Sparks mayor Ron Smith
By Kayla Anderson Sparks Tribune On Saturday, September 12, the City of Sparks hosted a memorial event for Mayor Ron Smith at the Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza at the Sparks Marina. Between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., people were invited to visit the memorial and pay their respects by leaving cards, messages, and memories to commiserate and honor his legacy. Smith died of … [Read more...]
Ed Lawson sworn in as City of Sparks mayor
By Kayla Anderson Sparks Tribune In the near empty Sparks Legislative Building on Monday, the City of Sparks swore in Ed Lawson as its 26th major of Sparks, succeeding Mayor Ron Smith who died of cancer in August 2020. Lawson first joined the Sparks City Council in November 2010 when he was elected to the Council representing Ward 2. Lawson was then reelected in … [Read more...]
Lake Tahoe area grappling with influx of visitors, and problems during pandemic
By Kayla Anderson Sparks Tribune It seems like ever since the coronavirus pandemic swept the nation in March, people have been escaping the cities to hide out in the mountains where there’s more space and access to the outdoors. Then summer came around and destination spots like Lake Tahoe that are normally teeming with tourists have been impacted especially hard. … [Read more...]
Sparks Mayor Ron Smith dies after battle with pancreatic cancer
By Kayla Anderson Sparks Tribune City of Sparks Mayor Ron Smith passed away on Friday, August 21, following his two-year battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 71. As a Sparks resident for more than 35 years, Smith had a visible passion for his community, eventually running for (and winning) a Sparks City Council seat in the 2006 election representing … [Read more...]