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House candidate Rick Shepherd to speak at Carson Dems' tele-luncheon

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May 18, 2020 - 12:00pm

Rick Shepherd, primary candidate for the House of Representatives, District 2, will be the featured speaker at Monday's virtual Democratic luncheon. A native Nevadan, Rick is UNR educated and has operaed a technology company in Sparks since 2002.

Carson City Republican Women to hear local candidates at virtual meeting Tuesday

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May 19, 2020 - 12:00pm

Carson City Republican Women will hear candidates running for local offices in the June primary at their upcoming meeting Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at 12 noon.

Indy Q&A: How do I participate in Nevada’s mostly mail primary election?

Nevada is trying to conduct its June 9 primary election almost entirely by mail as a way to prevent the spread of COVID-19, with limited options to vote in person. Wayne Thorley, deputy secretary of state for elections, took questions from the public in a Facebook Live town hall on May 11.

Carson City Supervisor Ward 2 (letter)

Since when does the Carson City Chamber of Commerce promote and back a political candidate. Is it ok that almost every Facebook post the Chamber makes is immediately posted on Ronni Hannaman’s election Facebook page. Is it odd that Hannaman’s page has virtually nothing about her campaign.

Board of Supervisors candidate Lisa Schuette to speak at Carson Dems' tele-luncheon

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May 11, 2020 - 12:00pm

Lisa Schuette, Ward 4 candidate for the Carson City Board of Supervisors, will be the featured speaker at Monday's virtual Democratic luncheon. A retired health teacher and probation officer, Schuette founded the non-profit Carson Animal Services Initiative (CASI), which helped raise money to build and equip the new animal shelter.

Former Fox, NBC star Megyn Kelly interviews Biden accuser

The former aide who has accused Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden of sexual assault has been interviewed by Megyn Kelly, the one-time Fox News and NBC journalist who's accustomed to a harsh media glare.

Chris Giunchigliani endorses Patricia Ackerman for NV-02

Carson City, NV (May 4, 2020) - In a selfie video released yesterday, Chris Giunchigliani formally endorsed Patricia Ackerman for Nevada Congressional District 2. “Chris G.”, as she is known in Nevada Democratic circles, has been active in Nevada politics since she was elected to the Nevada Assembly in 1991. In 2006, Giunchigliani was elected to the Clark County Commission. She was also president at different points of the Clark County Education Association and Nevada State Education Association.

Carson City Republican Forum now available to watch and listen

The Carson City Republican committee held a Candidate Forum last week and recorded the virtual sessions with each of the candidates. The primary ballots are out and please watch / listen to each candidate that will allow you to make an informed choice.

CD-2 candidate Ed Cohen to speak at Carson Dems' tele-luncheon

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May 4, 2020 - 11:00am

Ed Cohen, primary candidate for the House of Representatives District 2, will speak via Zoom at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon. Ed serves as Communications and Marketing Director for a Reno-based nonprofit and nonpartisan organization that provides education to the judiciary.

Carson City Republican Candidates Forum: Meet the Candidates

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Repeats every day until Thu Apr 30 2020 .
April 27, 2020 - 6:00pm
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April 28, 2020 - 6:00pm
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April 29, 2020 - 6:00pm
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April 30, 2020 - 6:00pm

Carson City Candidate Forum from the Carson City Republican Committee. All active voters in Carson City will be receiving, via postal mail, their mail-in ballot the first week of May and the Carson City Republican Committee want you to be ready for the upcoming Primary Election on June 9.

Supervisor candidate to speak via Zoom at Carson Dems' tele-luncheon

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April 27, 2020 - 12:00pm

Mike Smith, Ward 4 candidate for the Carson City Board of Supervisors, will be the featured speaker at Monday's virtual Democratic luncheon. A retired high school principal, Smith currently serves on the Redevelopment Authority's Citizens Committee and the Symphony Association's Board of Trustees.

Campaign for Mayor

At this time with so many having so little due to the pandemic’s impact on the economy, I have decided against purchasing campaign yard signs. If you are inclined to donate to my campaign, I ask that you, instead, donate to the Food Pantry, Food for Thought, FISH – or possibly help a family by providing them a card for Smith’s, Save Mart, Raley’s, Walmart or Grocery Outlet.

Patricia Ackerman finishes first quarter of 2020 as Democratic leader in individual contributions in race for Congress

Patricia Ackerman is a Democrat running for Nevada Congressional District 2

Patricia Ackerman finished the first quarter of 2020 with the most money raised, as well as the most cash on hand, of any Democratic candidate in the race for Nevada Congressional District 2.

Mayoral candidate to speak at virtual Carson City Democratic luncheon

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April 13, 2020 - 12:00pm

Air Force Veteran and Carson High math, science and special ed teacher Tod Jennings will the the guest speaker at Monday's virtual Democratic luncheon. Jennings will be on the June primary ballot as a candidate for mayor of Carson City.

Maurice "Mo" White to hold town hall meeting

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April 10, 2020 - 2:00pm

Maurice "Mo" White candidate for Supervisor Ward 2 will be hosting a town hall meeting via Zoom on Friday,  April 10, 2020, at 2:00PM.  All residents of Carson City are invited to discuss your thoughts and concerns regarding Carson City issues.  This meeting has a maximum of 100 participants so please sign in early to get your spot.  Be sure to write down the meeting ID and password.

As always "Mo" would like to hear from you at 775-297-6484,  MauriceForWard2@gmail.com or Maurice For Ward 2 on FB.
All campaign donations are graciously accepted at PO Box 22345, CC, NV, 89721.

AD-40 candidate to speak at Carson City Democrats online luncheon

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April 6, 2020 - 12:00pm

Sherrie Scaffidi, Democratic primary candidate for Assembly District 40, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon, being held online only for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Carson High School creates virtual nod for prom and prom candidates, voting ends Friday noon

CARSON CITY — Carson High School is helping seniors participate in what they are calling a virtual nod for prom and prom candidates this weekend. Saturday, April 4, was the previously scheduled evening designated for what many considered a rite-of-passage for high school seniors and a quintessential American tradition that, along with graduation, often symbolizes the end of one chapter in life and the beginning of a new one. With the COVID-19 pandemic, those plans among many others have been canceled.

Former Governor Sandoval exits MGM, will apply to lead UNR

Former Gov. Brian Sandoval has resigned from his position as an executive with MGM Resorts and has applied for the soon-to-be vacant position of president of the University of Nevada, Reno.

Call for Help: Crisis brings out the best in people

This crisis has brought out the best in people. Those who attempt to divide us fail. May the goodness we feel towards our sisters and brothers during this difficult time live on long after the coronavirus is eradicated. Like forever.

Maurice White, Candidate for Carson City Supervisor Ward 2

Now that the filing period for political candidates is over it is time for voters to consider the qualifications and politics of the filed candidates. What sort of person do you want representing you in the various seats that are up for election this cycle?

AD-40 candidate to speak at Carson City Democrats online luncheon

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March 30, 2020 - 11:30am

Software engineer Derek Morgan, Democratic primary candidate for Assembly District 40, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon, being held online only for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Carson City Clerk, Recorder’s Office encourages email, mail, phone calls and appointments

The Carson City Clerk and Recorder’s Office will continue to record all documents that are received electronically or by mail, as well as, answer telephone calls and emails.

Carson City's Sena Loyd announces candidacy for Assembly District 40

On Friday, March 13, Carson City resident Sena Loyd filed as a candidate for State Assembly District 40. Loyd, 36 and a registered Democrat, is an information professional currently working in the high-tech industry. Previously she served as the Library Director for the Carson City Library from 2014-2019.

PK O’Neill announces his candidacy for State Assembly District 40, representing Carson City

PK O’Neill filed late Friday afternoon with the Secretary of State’s Office as a Republican candidate for State Assembly District 40. The District includes all of Carson City, the east side of Washoe Valley and parts of southeast Washoe County.

Candidates register for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District seat held by Carson City's Mark Amodei

Several candidates, from the Democratic, Republican and Independent parties are vying for the seat of Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District, currently held by Mark Amodei who is running again to be re-elected. The 2nd Congressional District covers the northern portion of Nevada, including Carson City, and the counties of: Churchill, Douglas, Elko, Eureka, Humbolt, Lander, some of Lyon County, Pershing, Storey, and Washoe.

Carson City Supervisors discuss funding critical projects with water rate increase

The Carson City Board of Supervisors held a discussion regarding a wastewater and water rate increase in order to fund critical projects such as the Quill Treatment Plant, which had provided 50 percent of the water for the city as a whole and now is not being fully utilized due to needing upgrades and rehabilitation.

Democrats, seeking to retain majorities in Carson City, are busy as candidate filing opens

Democratic legislative candidates from Clark County were in high spirits Monday as they filed en masse to run for the 2020 election, slapping backs and giving hugs as the milled about outside the Clark County Government Center on the first day of …

What's next for local GOP? Carson City Republican Party chairman provides the details

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February 27, 2020 (All day)

Nevada’s caucuses are over. So now what? I saw this headline and figured it’s time to let all the Republicans in our city know what is next.

Nevada’s caucuses are over. So now what?

After more than one year of presidential campaign events, candidate visits and knocks on our doors, Nevadans have finally selected their candidate. And now that our caucuses are over, the candidates will …

Events around Carson City for Monday, Feb. 24

Time flies as the sun shines going into the last Monday in February. Expect daytime highs around 60. Activities include are a political luncheon with Clint Koble, a primary candidate for the 2nd Congressional District, plus yoga, fitness events, West Coast swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes and more.

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