On January 1, 1997, a massive storm ripped through Northern Nevada and Northern California, causing intense flooding subsequently causing major highways and roads to collapse and burying entire cities (like Reno and Sparks) in a knee-deep high pond of water. Ask anyone around at that time, and they’ll tell you the story of that historic storm and the damage it caused. Now 25 … [Read more...]
New fire chief excited to lead department into the future
Following Chris Maples retirement, the City of Sparks has named a new fire chief who plans on finishing out the rest of his career with Sparks Fire. New Fire Chief Jim Reid has been with the fire department for more than 22 years and has ideas for how to keep the community safe and secure during Sparks booming growth. Sparks Fire recently announced that it will be hiring … [Read more...]
Gas line installation begins on Sparks Boulevard
The city of Sparks and NV Energy have began work to upgrade its natural gas service with the installation of an 18-inch steel natural gas main on Sparks Blvd. Throughout the approximately 12-week project, NV Energy’s contractor for the project, Q & D Construction, will close the pedestrian/bike path that runs parallel to the North Truckee Drain. Detours will be in … [Read more...]
Poetry contest on tap for marina pet memorial project
The City of Sparks is inviting the public to submit their original unpublished poetry to help decorate the pet memorial project planned to be placed next to the dog park at the Sparks Marina. The memorial will feature a grid placed in front of a barrier where people can attach dog tags to honor their passed four-legged friends. Along with the fence, the community is welcome to … [Read more...]
Registration Open for sparks Spring Adult Softball League
Enjoy the outdoors this spring by taking part in the City of Sparks adult softball program April – June. Recruit your friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers and enter a team by March 2. Softball offers a great workout and provides a fun way to connect with friends or meet new ones. The sport also goes far in promoting teamwork among coworkers. There are … [Read more...]
Sparks mayor ready to lead city into the future despite cancer diagnosis
New Sparks mayor Ron Smith has always been passionate about the City of Sparks – and politics. After spending the last 12 years on the city council, that passion has guided him to his new position of leading the city he has lived in for the last 44 years into the future. However, just two months into his new role, the Sparks mayor released a statement last week announcing … [Read more...]
Register for City of Sparks Youth Basketball League by Nov. 24
There’s only one week left to register for the City of Sparks 35th annual Youth Basketball League. The league is open to boys and girls of all skill levels in 3rd to 6th grade. The popular program emphasizes sportsmanship, skill development and fun. Practice begins the week of December 3, and games will take place January 14 – February 28. Space is limited so early registration … [Read more...]
City of Sparks to Re-Name Section of Kietzke Lane to Battle Born Way
The City of Sparks will host a street renaming celebration to officially rename a section of Kietzke Lane, between Galletti Way and Victorian Avenue, to Battle Born Way. This name change will provide a new address for the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home. The home’s address will be 36 Battle Born Way recognizing Nevada as the 36th state to join the Union. The event will … [Read more...]