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Shustov, Dawson set regional records; Reed, Truckee win swimming and diving titles
The Reed boys put together a spectacular meet, including a pair of record-setting performances, as the Raiders captured the team title. Reed's Vlad Shustov set a regional record in the 100 back, and his teammate Hunter Dawson set a regional record in the 50 free (20.87). Reno senior Sam Dalinis also impressed at the...
Local agencies conduct full-scale multi-casualty drill in Sparks
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The City of Sparks and Northern Nevada Public Health, in partnership with local hospitals, law enforcement, emergency responders, and members of the Inter-Hospital Coordinating Council conducted a one-day, full-scale exercise to test local response in the case of a multi-casualty incident (MCI). The exercise also tested the MCI Plan, specifically focusing on the self-transport component and surge of the emergency departments.
Softball Game Preview: Boulder City Takes on Fernley
The Boulder City Eagles will square off against the Fernley Vaqueros at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. Boulder City is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last 12 games. Boulder City is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They put the hurt on Pahrump Valley with a sharp 18-3 win. Considering Boulder City has won 19 matches by more than seven runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Kids free fishing day set for June 8 at the Sparks Marina
The annual Sparks Rotary Kids' Free Fishing Day Event is set for June 8 at the Sparks Marina. The Rotary Club of Sparks hosts the event in partnership with the City of Sparks and Nevada Department of Wildlife. ...
When it comes to public safety, Sparks is ready for change | Brad Fitch
I’m Brad Fitch, a 30-year resident of Ward 3, and I’m running for Sparks City Council. My lifelong understanding of commitment to community, creativity and service has shaped my journey to run for Sparks City Council. My mom, Maureen, worked for the Washoe County School District for 25 years, and my grandmother, Donna Picollo, had a career that spanned across WSCD, the Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN), the Nevada Opera Association and the Reno...
Driver hospitalized after crash on I-80 near Prater Way
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - A driver has been taken to the hospital after a crash on I-80 Eastbound near Prater Way. According to Nevada State Police, around 10:00 a.m. Friday they were called to the crash site. Preliminary investigation shows that a gray passenger vehicle was driving east on I-80...
Douglas rolls into 5A-North Regional championship game; Tigers earn berth at state
The Douglas High softball team earned its title as defending state champs with a long, successful postseason run last spring. They still look every bit the part. The latest example came Friday afternoon with a 10-0 romp over North rival Spanish Springs. ...
Tigers roll through Cougars, punch ticket to state
Douglas High School softball doesn’t carry itself with a lot of arrogance coming off a state championship last season, but the Tigers fully expected to be in the Class 5A state tournament at the onset of the season. They officially punched their ticket to their third consecutive state tournament...
Historic Sparks railroad building serves as the backdrop for new TV series
SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - After six months in the works, a new dystopian drama is coming to a major streaming platform. The best part? It’s being filmed at the oldest building in Sparks, Nevada. Alissa Knight, alongside her wife Melissa, serves as the director and executive producer of a...
City of Sparks holding multi-casualty incident drill next week
SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - The City of Sparks will be holding a multi-casualty incident drill next week. The city is hosting the drill as a partnership between themselves, Northern Nevada Public Health, law enforcement, and members of the Inter-Hospital Coordinating Council. It will last from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m....
Reed boys win first Regional track and field title since 2018
The Reed boys track and field teams stole the show Friday and Saturday at the Northern 5A Regional meet hosted at Carson High. Reed racked up 131 points to easily dispatch McQueen (104) and Galena (103.5) in the boys team title race. The regional crown is Reed’s first since 2018. Twenty-two different Raider athletes...
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