Improvements This article was published on 04.26.12 A worker smoothed the rough surface of the Sparks municipal parking garage floor to get it ready for additional work, one step in renovations being made between now and May that include pavement reconditioning and drainage improvement. The garage is still in use by the public, though only on the ground floor where 40 spaces are available. The entrance will temporarily be on Ninth Street.Photo by DENNIS MYERS More Local Stories » News Pic On the job Whisper moves around the store depending on the weather. Published on 04.19.12 Capitol punishment The lawn at Nevada’s capital went brown during a dry winter. Published on 04.12.12 Curbs Downtown street construction advances. Published on 03.22.12 Virginia reel Published on 03.15.12 Prayers Mourners attended rosary for Sen. Raggio. Published on 03.08.12