Nevada Politics

The Nevada Supreme Court has upheld the state’s contentious “ghost gun” ban, reversing a lower court’s ruling that the law banning the sale of unfinished frames and receivers of a firearm was unconstitutionally vague.

Jim Shirk is running for mayor and held a Meet & Greet meeting on Tuesday, April 16th at A to Zen. A nice crowd of citizens attended to hear what he had to say. Jim Shirk introduced himself and spoke about his past experience.

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo announced Friday the appointment of Joseph Filippi as Executive Director of the Patient Protection Commission.

“I am proud that Mr. Filippi has accepted the position to lead our Patient Protection Commission,” said Gov. Lombardo. “His understanding of State government, leadership and support of the Department of Health and Human Services will be an asset as he steps into this new role.”

The Douglas County School District Board of Trustees continued its 4-3 divisive vote this week as has been commonplace on many agenda items. The trustees had two items on the agenda that addressed the job of the superintendent, one was to hire interim Superintendent Jeanne Dwyer, and the other was to not hire her for the permanent spot and instead go through a process to evaluate the 13 applications they received after the previous deadline.

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Lisa Schuette, who has held the Ward 4 seat on the Carson City Board of Supervisors since 2021. She is currently seeking reelection to another four year term. In addition to her service on the board, Lisa is also a member of the Audit Committee, the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC), the Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO), the Board of Health, the Redevelopment Authority, the Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee, and the Parks and Recreation Commission.

On April 9, Sierra Nevada Forums, in partnership with the American Association of University Women and the League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada, will host “The truth about Carson City road funding: straight from the horse’s mouth.”

Election year is here! Are you registered? Do you know when and where to vote? Are you searching for more information on candidates?

CARSON CITY — In case you missed it, last week, the Office of Governor Joe Lombardo hosted 14 Nevada mayors with the League of Cities at the Nevada State Capitol to discuss key issues facing local government, including affordable housing, infrastructure improvement, and licensing reciprocity.

Please join us April 10th at 5:30pm to meet Tyson League as he seeks to continue the quality service provided to Carson City as our next Justice of the Peace in Department 2. Tyson would love for members of the community to come ask questions and learn about the work done in the Justice Court.

Attention all Lyon County Democrats! On Saturday March 23, 2024 at the Silver Stage High School 3755 West Spruce Ave. in Silver Springs, the Lyon County Democrats will hold its biennial County Convention. Late registration and check in starts at 9:30 a.m. with the Convention beginning at 10 a.m.

The Carson City Clerk-Recorder announces they are seeking appointments to committees to prepare arguments supporting or opposing two upcoming 2024 Carson City ballot questions concerning increasing the special purposes sales tax and imposing a supplemental government service tax to increase funding for local roadway maintenance and construction in Carson City.

Dozens of individuals have filed to run in both local and statewide elections as of Friday evening. Filing closed at 5 p.m. Most offices and seats will have a race, although a handful of candidates are running unopposed and will automatically fill their seats.

Lucia Maloney filed Wednesday for Candidacy for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4. Mrs. Maloney, a seasoned leader committed to transparency and practicality, brings a resume of over 20 years of transportation and regional policymaking experience in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

Carson City is actively seeking dedicated individuals to serve as Election Workers for the upcoming June 2024 Primary. As a vital component of our democratic process, Election Workers play a crucial role in ensuring fair, efficient, and transparent elections within our community.

Kristin Luis is officially kicking off her campaign for First Judicial District Judge Department 2 on March 15, 2024. You are invited to join her for appetizers at the Silver Oak Golf Course in Carson City from 5:30-7:00. We hope to see you there!

Lori Bagwell has officially filed for re-election as mayor of Carson City. With a steadfast commitment to collaboration and community empowerment, Mayor Bagwell aims to continue her dedicated service to the residents, employees and businesses of Carson City.

Assemblyman P.K. O’Neill officially filed for re-election in Nevada's 40th Assembly District. A dedicated public servant and the current Republican Minority Leader during the 83rd session of the Nevada Legislature, O’Neill brings a wealth of experience, having served three regular sessions and three special sessions.

Erich Obermayr, a long-time Lyon County resident and Chair of the Comstock Democratic Club, filed Monday for Nevada State Assembly District 39 at the Secretary of State offices in Carson City.

Carson City Supervisor Lisa Schuette filed for re-election Monday. Schuette represents Ward 4. “My goal has always been to do the best job possible and I do this by taking the time to learn about all sides of the issues that come before the board,” she said. “I strive to ensure the best possible outcome for our city and its residents.”

There will be a meet and greet for Carson City Justice of the Peace candidate Melanie Bruketta on Thursday, March 14, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Glen Eagles, 3700 N Carson St, Carson City.

Several state employees were at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City on Monday holding signs encouraging the state to reform its PERS retirement system.

NOTICE TO ALL LYON COUNTY VOTERS REGISTERED IN THE NEVADA REPUBLICAN PARTY

Notice is hereby given that the Convention of the Lyon County Republican Party will be held at the Silver Stage High School, 3755 Spruce Avenue, Silver Springs on Saturday, March 2, 2024.

A Carson City judge ruled Thursday that a pair of proposed ballot questions seeking to establish an independent redistricting commission are legally deficient and cannot be placed on the ballot.

Former President Donald Trump easily won Nevada’s Republican caucus Thursday in a race where he was functionally the only remaining major candidate on the ballot, according to early returns from several rural counties.

Carson City voters participating in Tuesday's presidential preference primary picked their choices that were available on the ballot with local Republicans opting for "none of these candidates."

It's officially Primary Election Day today, Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 in Nevada, and be sure to get your ballot in by the close of polls today to have your vote counted it the presidential primary.

Due to a new state law, many Republicans in the Silver State are finding themselves at a loss with the upcoming election, and how to make sure their vote will matter.

In its essence, there are two ways to vote: In the primary presidential election and the caucus.

While the official voting date for the 2024 Presidential Preference Primary is set for Tuesday, February 6, early voting will officially begin tomorrow, Saturday January 27 in Carson City.

Early elections will continue through Friday, February 2.

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The National Taxpayers Union, along with Nevada State Sen. Robin L. Titus, M.D., have filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of SB 420, a 2021 bill that provides for the establishment of a “Public Option” health insurance system controlled by the state government.

Nevadans for Reproductive Freedom announced Tuesday that a Carson City judge determined that a proposed ballot measure seeking to protect access to abortion in the state constitution meets statutory requirements and can go before voters for signature-gathering.