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Sparks, Nevada Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good day Sparks! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Prater Way lane reductions could change your Monday commute
  • See who walked the stage at Sparks High’s 2026 graduation
  • What Wes Duncan’s win means for prosecution in Washoe County

Also on today's calendar: All in for Kids - Charity Poker Event.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Toasty conditions, with a high of 95 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Record-tying heat, temps: high: 94, low: 61.
  • Sunday: Hot with lots of sun, with a high of 93 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Prater Way project to bring lane reductions as road work starts in Sparks (2news.com) — If you drive Prater Way in Sparks, expect lane reductions starting Monday, June 15, as the Regional Transportation Commission begins a major rehabilitation project between Pyramid Way and Stanford Way. Traffic will be down to one lane each way while crews replace concrete and upgrade storm drains, so plan for minor delays and give workers extra space.
   

2. Photos of Sparks High School's 2026 graduation (rgj.com) — Sparks families can relive a big milestone with a full photo gallery from Sparks High School’s 2026 graduation ceremony, held Thursday at Lawlor Events Center in Reno. The images capture seniors walking the stage, celebrating with classmates, and sharing proud moments that many Sparks residents will recognize from their own community.
   

3. Nevada Primary Election winners now turn their attention to November (2news.com) — Nevada’s primary election results are in, setting up a high-profile governor’s race between Joe Lombardo and Aaron Ford and a competitive contest for the 2nd Congressional District. For Sparks residents, the biggest change is local: Sparks City Attorney Wes Duncan decisively defeated incumbent Chris Hicks and will become Washoe County’s next district attorney in January.
   

4. Secretary of State's Office provides update on Primary election (2news.com) — Nevada election officials say counties are still processing thousands of 2026 primary mail ballots, with verification and signature curing continuing through Saturday. For Sparks residents watching close races, Washoe County reports about 80% of mail ballots tabulated so far, with more than 9,000 still to process and over 1,300 needing signature cures before results are finalized.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • This is the second year living in this house with a horrific mosquito infestation.
    I can’t sleep for the itching and buzzing. I get big bites nightly. I have plug in blue lights. Windows screened but closed. No standing water on my… (Nextdoor Central Sparks)
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    They do not. But I was able to secure a Juy 14th appointment. It's a few days after my renewal due date but DMV stated they are covering drivers with… (Nextdoor Sky Ridge and The Vistas)
  • Old Dominion Freight Line Inc posted a job opening for Dock Worker/Forklift Operator in Sparks. Apply here.
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Ok Sparks! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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