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The City of Sparks has announced that Union Pacific will deliver the last rounds of bricks from the Sparks machine shop this week.

The bricks will be dropped off at Cottonwood Park, where the bricks have been available for pick up at the park's east parking lot.

A representative from Union Pacific said they have about six to seven loads of bricks left, and will deliver the final bricks on Friday, March 14.

Union Pacific expects the bricks to be gone prior to the original April 5 deadline for pick up.

If you're wishing to pick up bricks, officials are asking that community members park on Spice Islands Drive and walk to the pick up area, as vehicles are not allowed to enter.

The City of Sparks and Union Pacific Railroad have updated the dates for the public to collect bricks from the historic machine shop near the Nugget casino. Bricks will now be available for pick-up from February 24 through April 5, 2025, while supplies last.

The bricks can be picked up at Cottonwood Park’s east lot, 777 Spice Islands Drive.

Community members wishing to collect bricks are asked to park on Spice Islands Drive and walk to the designated area, as cars will not be allowed to enter.

DECEMBER 6, 2024:

The historic railroad machine shop in Sparks will be torn down to expand Union Pacific's facilities there.

Union Pacific is expected to file a demolition permit with the City and has begun preparation and abatement work.

The City of Sparks says the building will be removed in the next few months as Union Pacific maximizes its footprint to move more goods in and out of the area.

However, the public will have a chance to preserve parts of the building.

Once the building is demolished they will be made available from early February to mid-March at Cottonwood Park.

As we've reported, the City has been trying to preserve the 120-year old building after Union Pacific terminated the lease of the land

ORIGINAL STORY:

A 120-year-old railroad machine shop in the heart of Sparks is facing an uncertain future.

Reno local Robert Hart owns the building, but the land belongs to Union Pacific, a railroad franchise. In February, Hart received a letter notifying him that Union Pacific will terminate his lease next year. He has until February 2024 to move the structure, or Union Pacific will demolish it.

Sparks Councilmember Donald Abbott said losing the building would be losing a slice of Sparks history.

"There's three or four generations of Sparks residents where their grandparents, or their great grandparents worked here in those buildings," he told 2 News on Thursday.

The building doesn't sit empty - to this day, Sparks locals are still making use of the space.

Jonny Rolling, a musician and artistic director, has helped convert portions of the front office to an art gallery and performance space.

"The first time I walked through, I was just struck by - I was like, wow, this could be a really cool music, art kind of deal," he said.

He later added, "The potential of it all is really breathtaking, and it's something that I think if it was actualized would be a great benefit to everyone."

He said even the gaping warehouse in the back has potential.

Though it's filled to the brim with stacks of hot tubs and furniture, and rows of stored RVs and boats, he and Abbot can vividly imagine lights, music, space for a museum or an exploratorium, or even a new venue for city hall.

They aren't the only ones with bold dreams for the rail shop. While he sat on city council from 1999 to 2006, late Sparks Mayor Tony Armstrong advocated for the city to purchase the space and convert it to a civics center.

"How can we best facilitate everything to where (Union Pacific's) objectives are met as an organization, but there's also something left for the community?" Rolling said.

"I think there's a balance. I think we can't just get rid of all the history here," Abbott added.

In a statement sent via email to 2 News, Union Pacific says it needs the land to expand its operations.

"While we understand some may be disappointed in our decision to terminate the lease of the land where the old railroad machine shop sits, our growing operations require additional space in Sparks to help meet local and regional economic demand," wrote Robynn Tysver, communications manager.

ST. LOUIS, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Post Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: Post) ("Post"), a consumer packaged goods holding company, today announced plans to close two of its Post Consumer Brands cereal manufacturing facilities in Cobourg, Ontario and Sparks, Nevada.

The planned closure of the facilities reflects Post's need to reduce capacity in its cereal production network. The two facilities together employ approximately 300 employees and are expected to close by the end of December 2025. Post Consumer Brands has notified employees of the decision. Production capabilities at the facilities will be transferred to other Post Consumer Brands manufacturing locations.

Regarding the planned closure of the facilities, Post Consumer Brands President and CEO Nicolas Catoggio said, "The ready-to-eat cereal category continues to decline. To respond to this, we are reducing excess manufacturing capacity and optimizing our North American plant network to better utilize our production capacity."

The Cobourg facility has been part of the Post Consumer Brands business since July 2017, when Post acquired Weetabix. The Sparks facility has been part of the business since June 2021, when Post acquired the Treehouse Foods ready-to-eat cereal business.

Post currently expects to incur cash and noncash pre-tax charges totaling approximately $63.5 to $67.5 million in connection with the transfer of production capabilities to other Post Consumer Brands locations and closure of the facilities. Completion of the transfer and start-up of production at other locations is estimated to require capital expenditures of approximately $5 to $7 million, incremental to Post's previously announced capital expenditures guidance range of $380 to $420 million, in fiscal year 2025. As a result of the transfer of production capabilities to other locations and closure of the facilities, Post expects to achieve annual cost savings of approximately $21 to $23 million, starting in fiscal year 2026.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain matters discussed in this release are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made based on known events and circumstances at the time of release, and as such, are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. These forward-looking statements include the expected timing of the closure of the facilities, the expected amount and timing of costs associated with the closure of the facilities, the expected amount of capital expenditures associated with completion of the transfer and start-up of production at other locations, Post's fiscal year 2025 capital expenditures guidance range, the expected amount of annual cost savings and the continuing decline of the ready-to-eat cereal category. Such statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements made herein. These risks and uncertainties include the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could delay the closing of the facilities and the transfer and start-up of production at other locations, the possibility that the expected amount of costs associated with the closure of the facilities and capital expenditures associated with completion of the transfer and start-up of production at other locations could be greater than anticipated, the risk that the amount of annual cost savings could be lower than anticipated, and other risks and uncertainties described in Post's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements represent Post's judgement as of the date of this release. Post disclaims, however, any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements in this release are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

About Post Holdings, Inc.

Post Holdings, Inc., headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a consumer packaged goods holding company with businesses operating in the center-of-the-store, refrigerated, foodservice and food ingredient categories. Its businesses include Post Consumer Brands, Weetabix, Michael Foods and Bob Evans Farms. Post Consumer Brands is a leader in the North American ready-to-eat cereal and pet food categories and also markets Peter Pan^® peanut butter. Weetabix is home to the United Kingdom's number one selling ready-to-eat cereal brand, Weetabix^®. Michael Foods and Bob Evans Farms are leaders in refrigerated foods, delivering innovative, value-added egg and refrigerated potato side dish products to the foodservice and retail channels. Post participates in the private brand food category through its ownership interest in 8th Avenue Food & Provisions, Inc. For more information, visit www.postholdings.com.

Contact: Investor Relations Daniel O'Rourke daniel.orourke@postholdings.com (314) 806-3959

Media Relations Tara Gray tara.gray@postholdings.com (314) 644-7648

SOURCE Post Holdings, Inc.

Northern Nevada offers so many fun activities for children of all ages to enjoy year around. Here is a list of different indoor and outdoor toddler activities in Reno and beyond for you and your littles to enjoy!

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Toddler Activities in Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and Beyond

Reno

Days/Hours: Open 7 days a week, hours vary and it is recommended to call ahead to verify

Activities: Biggest Little Baby offers so many classes including Español for toddlers, step into music, multilingual story time, and kids yoga to name a few.

Cost: Classes range between free to $18 depending on the class. It is best to check the website or call the store to verify pricing before attending.

Age: Varies by activity

Hours: Sun – Thurs 11:00 am – 9:00 pm, Fri 11:00 am – 10:00 pm, Sat 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

Activity: Arcade-style games for a variety of ages.

Food: Pizza, sandwiches, salads, and more

Cost: Prices vary

Days/Hours: Open 7 days a week, hours vary

Activities: Gym Classes, STEAM Classes, and Camps & Events

Cost: Yearly membership fee is $40 per child

Ages: 4 months to 12 years old

Days/Hours: Vary for class/open gym

Activities: Starting at a young age kids can enjoy a mommy and me gymnastics class, toddler class and more!

Cost: Varies

Hours: Tues: 10:00am-5:00pm, Wed 10:00 am-8:00 pm, Thurs-Sat: 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun 12:00pm-5:00pm. Open on select Mondays (check online for Monday openings.)

Wednesdays they open at 9:00 am for toddler Wednesdays (5 and under).

Activity: Exhibits, events, classes and programs, and a toddler room. Plus Wednesday they open at 9:00 am for toddler Wednesdays (5 and under).

Food: No food available for purchase but there is a seating area to enjoy a packed lunch.

Cost: $11 – Child (ages 1-5), $14 – Youth (ages 6-17), $16 – Adult, $15 – Senior (ages 65+) Free – Under age 1Wednesday 4:00pm – 8:00pm admission is $5.00 for everyone. Memberships are also available for purchase.

Hours: Mon: 10:00 am-6:20 pm, Tues: 10:00 am-6:20 pm, Wed 9:00 am-6:50 pm, Thurs: 9:00 am-6:20pm, Fri: 10:00 am-11:30am, Sat: 8:00 am-12:30 pm

Closed Sundays

Activity: Gym Classes

Cost: Daily: $45 | Session Monthly: $129

Days/Hours: Vary for class/open gym

Activities: Gymboree offers a variety of classes for all ages. They have music classes, open gym, art, preschool prep, and much more. Make sure to check out their monthly calendar to see what classes are coming up and which would suit your child best.

Cost: A trial week starts at $16 and memberships by age start at $64/month

Age: 0m-5y

Days/Hours: Varies per hike

Activities: Hike It Baby is part of OutGrown and you can find local meetups through their Facebook page (Hike It Baby Reno) or through WeAreOutGrown.com

Cost: Free

Age: All ages welcome

Hours: Vary depending on activity. See calendar here.

Activity: See the schedule of events here, but the Sparks library offers weekly story time, sensory storytime Computer classes, and Stem Sessions and more

Food: No food or drink

Cost: Free

Days/Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am-12pm/3pm-7pm; Friday 3pm-7pm; Saturday 9am-2pm

Activities: Silver Bear Swim offers different class types per age group as well as family swim. Classes will help your child become comfortable with water, as well as teaching water safety skills and learning how to swim in a comfortable environment. Please check their website to fill out a family swim request form, as well as checking availability on classes.

Cost: Varies per class

Age: 6 months +

Soccer Shots is a great program for ages 2-8 year olds.

Hours: Monday 9am – 5pm, Saturday 9am – 2pm

Activities: Developmentally rich environment for your children to build their skills in all areas of child development in an age-appropriate, supervised, unstructured play area. While they play and grow, you can either engage in your child’s play, or you can simply take a breather and relax in our parent lounge.

Food: Coffee, tea, and small plates available for purchase

Cost: Prices vary. Both day passes and membership options are available

Sparks

Days/Hours: Tot Pool Monday – Thursday 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Saturday 1:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. (Call ahead to verify)

Activities: The tot pool is heated to 90 degrees and is for kids 6 or younger. Parents are to accompany children in the tot pool area and are now allowed to watch them from the side, rather than be in the water with the child. They also have a full size pool available for swimming with additional hours.

Cost: Starts at $3. Different options available

Days/Hours: Vary for class/open gym

Activities: Starting at a young age kids can enjoy a mommy and me gymnastics class, toddler class and more!

Cost: Varies

Days/Hours: Monday to Thursday 1pm-8pm, Friday 1pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 10am-8pm,

Activities: DEFY offers all sorts of fun indoor activities for children including a ninja course, open jump, extreme dodgeball, a zip line, and much more. There is something for every age group at DEFY!

Cost: 2 and under are free, ages 3+ starts at $21. Monthly memberships start at $25, KidJump offers you an opportunity to jump with your little one at no cost.

Kid Jump is an hour dedicated hour for kids 6 and under. Available every Monday-Friday from 1pm-2pm.

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Hours: Monday 10am – 9pm, Tuesday – Thursday 3:30pm – 9pm, Friday – Saturday 10am – 12am, Sunday 10am – 8pm. Hours may vary from holiday and summer hours.

Activity: Indoor trampoline park with an area for younger kids and also different areas such as a launchpad, basketball court, and more.

Food: Snacks available for purchase

Cost: Vary

Days/Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am-12pm/3pm-7pm; Friday 3p-7p; Saturday 9am-2pm

Activities: Silver Bear Swim offers different class types per age group as well as family swim. Classes will help your child become comfortable with water, as well as teaching water safety skills and learning how to swim in a comfortable environment. Please check their website to fill out a family swim request form, as well as checking availability on classes.

Cost: Varies per class

Age: 6 months +

Hours: Mon – Sat: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Activity: Ferris wheel, mini bowling, small indoor play area, enjoy the fish, and so much more!

Food: Ginas Cafe and a candy store are located inside Scheels.

Cost: Prices vary depending on the activity, bowling is $2 per bowler, Ferris wheel is $1 per person, etc.

Hours: Sun-Thurs 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Fri-Sat 10:00 am – 12:00 am

Activities: Something for all ages! This family adventure park includes bowling, XD Adventure theater, High Ballocity (indoor play center for kids 2-12), Lazer Maze, Indoor miniature golf (black light), arcade games, billiards, electric indoor glow kart track, and laser tag! During the Summer months they also have the waterpark with a dedicated area for younger children!

Food: Food/drinks available for purchase! No outdoor food allowed

Cost: Prices vary on the activity

Carson City

Days/Hours: Days and House vary depending on the season, we recommend checking here for up to date info.

Activities: It is an indoor and outdoor swim center and includes 2 slides, 2 diving boards, 6 pools including an area for younger kids, a workout room, therapy options, water aerobics, school groups, certification courses, swim lessons, CPR certification and more.

Cost: Adult $6, Family $18, Youth/Senior/ Disabled $4.

Ages: All Ages

Days/Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am-4pm

Activities: The Children’s Museum offers different themed events including wild animals, fairytale week, superheroes week, and more. All events have themed activities including art, games, and STEM activities.

Cost: Cost is dependent on age. 2 under are free, 2 years/$5, 3-13 years/$10, 14+ and adults/$3. Memberships start at $60.

Ages: All ages welcome

Days/Hours: 9am-7:30pm Monday to Saturday

Monday-Thursday 9am – 3pm, occasional Saturday 10am – 4pm, Friday & Sunday closed

Activities: A place for children to come and experiment/learn through art play. Babe area climbing structures ages 0-2, Additional gross motor climbing structures ages 2-8, dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar.

Cost: Pricing ranges by age. Ages 1 and up $10, adults are free.

Ages: 0 – 8 Years

Soccer Shots is a great program for ages 2-8 year olds.

Days/Hours: 9a-7:30p Monday to Saturday

Activities: Tumbleweed gymnastics offers classes for all age ranges. For the younger children, classes teach hand eye coordination, gross motor skills, sensory skills, and enhance cognitive development. For older children, classes help with decision making, cooperation, learning and respecting rules, and growing gymnastic skills.

Cost: Pricing ranges per class and age group. Check the website for details.

Ages: 6 months+

Carson Valley Area (Minden, Gardnerville, Genoa areas)

Days/Hours: Wednesday at 10:30am

Activities: The Minden Library hosts a storytime for babies and includes stories, songs, and playtime.

Cost: Free

Age: 6-18 months

Toddler Activities

With so many toddler activities in Reno area to choose from, there is something for everyone! If we missed any please leave us a comment below! Happy exploring!

Sparks, NV (April 4, 2025) – A vehicle crash resulting in injuries occurred early Friday morning on IR80 westbound near Mustang, leading to potential travel delays and an active emergency response. The incident, reported at approximately 5:46 a.m., happened in a high-speed corridor that serves both commuter and freight traffic across the region.

First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated individuals hurt in the crash. At least one person sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital for further medical care. The total number of vehicles involved has not yet been released by authorities, and the severity of the injuries remains undisclosed at this time.

The crash led to traffic slowdowns along westbound IR80 as crews worked to secure the scene and clear debris. Nevada Highway Patrol and local fire units coordinated efforts to ensure the safety of other drivers and gather initial details for the investigation.

Officials are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash, evaluating factors such as road conditions, speed, and driver behavior. No citations or formal determinations have been made as of this report.

Our thoughts are with those injured in this incident, and we hope for their full and swift recovery.

Interstate Crashes in the Reno-Sparks Region

Major interstates like IR80 near Sparks are vital transportation arteries but are also high-risk zones for serious accidents. The stretch near Mustang is particularly notable for high-speed merges and changing road grades, which can contribute to collisions during peak travel times or in reduced lighting conditions, such as early morning.

According to the Nevada Department of Transportation, the Reno-Sparks area consistently ranks among the top regions for interstate accidents involving injury. While safety improvements and patrolling have increased in recent years, the risk remains—particularly in zones where commuter and freight traffic converge.

Following such incidents, it’s important for those involved to obtain thorough medical evaluations, keep a record of the crash scene if safe to do so, and understand their rights under Nevada traffic law. These steps can be essential when dealing with insurance claims or seeking support for injuries sustained.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance. Our team is here to help guide you through the aftermath and ensure you receive the support you need.

Spring Break is here! You may be asking yourself what you are going to do with the kids for 2 weeks! We have you covered! We are sharing spring break activities in Reno and beyond! We are sharing ideas for all ages and there is sure to be something that will fit your budget!

You can also visit our Free Events Calendar to check out upcoming events! We add events to our calendar daily, so be sure to keep it bookmarked for easy access.

Spring Break Activities in Reno, Sparks, Carson City

Here is a peak of some free activities you can enjoy this Spring Break! Full details and event more on our FREE events calendar!

3/17: Music and Art Tot Time 3/18: Gardening in Nevada 3/20: Growing Book by Book Storytime3/22: Come in from the Cold 3/22: Lego Club 3/24: Music and Art Tot Time 3/25: Gardening in Nevada 3/29: Come in from the Cold

Our family loves to set out on a fun hike and we have a guide sharing some of the best local hikes for your family to enjoy!

Kid Friendly Hiking Trails In Reno

Circus Circus Midway

Hours: Daily from 11am – 10pm

Location: 500 N Sierra St, Reno, NV 89503

In addition to the arcade games, it’s complete with every type of carnival game. An activity the entire family will enjoy. The food court is also open.

Enjoy circus shows and midway acts! Shows are free and run about every 30 – 45 minutes. Shows start at the following times:

Tip: Use the free Circus Circus parking garage for easy parking and access.

You can even take the train from Carson City! Details here!

Head up to Virginia City for a day of fun and history. With several museums for the kids to explore including The Way It Was Museum. Don’t forget to stop by the Silver Queen to see the Silver Dollar Queen and the history of Mark Twain. End your trip with a sweet treat at one of the many sweet shops!

Location: 660 E Grove St, Reno, NV

Hours: Monday: Noon – Sunset / Tuesday – Sunday 9am-Sunset

Plan a visit to Grassroots Books! Books for every budget. Outside books are $1 or less, plus every Sunday, you can fill a bag for $5. Inside you’ll find new and used books also for a discounted price!

If you or your kids have books to sell they buy used books on Thursdays from 9am-2pm. You can also donate them any day!

Sign up online for their “instant library” for your kids! Kids ages 2-8 can pick 50 FREE books each. Bonus: Everyone gets 1 fee book a year! Sign up here.

Bowling is always a fun family activity! You can head to Wild Island or the GSR! Pro Tip: Make a reservation as lanes book up fast!

One of the best parts about living in Northern Nevada is the abundance of outdoor activities and family-friendly fun. We love packing a picnic and hitting up a new park!

Enjoy a miniature golf experience that is family-oriented entertainment! Both Magic Carpet Golf and Wild Island offer miniature golf with 2 or more courses to play!

Date: Monday-Friday from 1-4pm

Location: 515 E 7th St, Reno, NV 89512

Cost: $7 per person (includes skate rentals)

Hit up the rink with your family and even some friends for Roller Kingdoms spring break sessions!

Hours: Monday – Saturday 9am-9pm / Sundays 10am-9pm

Location: 1200 Scheels Drive, Sparks, NV 89434

Scheels is one of our favorite pastime activities. Bored? Let’s go to Scheels! My kids love looking at the fish in the aquarium and the animal displays! Ferris wheel rides at $1 per person and a game of mini bowling is $2 a person. They even have a cafe and candy shop.

There are multiple places to go sledding in the Reno Tahoe Area! Click here for our complete guide on sledding in our area!

Location: 490 S. Center Street, Reno, NV

Hours: Vary

The Discovery Museum is a family favorite. We love all the different rooms and activities. The science experiments are also a favorite!

Budget-Friendly Option: Wednesday after 4pm admission is just $5 per person and the museum is open until 8pm!

Days/Times: Monday-Tuesday | Closed, Wednesday-Saturday | 10:00am – 4:00pm, Sunday | Noon – 4:00pmCost: Ticket Prices are $13 for Adults and $11 for Children and Seniors. Kids 3 and under are free.

The Lost World of Dragons explores the histories of these legendary creatures and the cultures that celebrate them. This unique exhibition features large animatronic dragons with realistic movements and sound, as well as interactive displays that take guests through the stories of dragons

There are also a few hands-on interactive technologies throughout the exhibit that are fun for kids of all ages.

Hours: All week longAges: VariesCost: Free

Not only is the library a great idea, but most of the events and activities are free! Check out our list of storytime options throughout Washoe County, plus we’ve linked their calendar for a full view at all the events they have going on.

Hours: Spring break hours: Sun – Thurs 10am-10pm and Friday – Saturday 10am – Midnight

Location: 250 Wild Island Ct, Sparks, NV 89434

Cost: Varies

Make the most of the break with a day at Wild Island! Our go-to option is their Pick 3 or All Access Band. These options will allow you to truly enjoy all that Wild Island has to offer! You are never too young (or old) to enjoy some laser tag.

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly idea let the kids burn off energy inside high velocity.

Here are some other getaways ideas you might enjoy:

And there you have it! Our round-up of fun Spring break activities in Reno and beyond!

Did we miss your favorite local activity? Leave us a comment below with any information you have and we will be sure to get it added!

Family Fun

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