In May 1942, the swimming pool at Deer Park on 1700 Prater Way opened thanks to funds from the New Deal that former president Franklin Roosevelt pushed through. And to commemorate the fact that is still functional and serving the community, the City of Sparks held a celebration this past Saturday, June 4 where anyone can swim for just a dollar between 11:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. … [Read more...]