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Events around Carson City for Thursday, July 25

More of the same weather wise is headed our way as we round the corner going into Thursday, July 25, 2019. Activities around the Carson City area feature a Muscle Powered hike along a portion of the Tahoe Rim Trail, Status of Women in Northern Nevada conference at the Carson Nugget, a lecture series at the Carson City BRIC, Freedom Fest Carson City GOP Barbecue at Glen Eagles, Thursday Cruise Night at Max Casino, plus afternoon and evening presentations on the Apollo Lunar Mission at the Nevada State Museum. Read on. There's more.

Sims declares 2020 candidacy for Carson City mayor

Long time political activist and former Carson City Republican Vice Chairman Aaron Sims officially kicked off his campaign for mayor of Carson City Saturday morning at the firefighters memorial at Mills Park.

GOP state senators file lawsuit over payroll tax

The state Senate Republican caucus and three businesses have filed a lawsuit alleging the extension of Nevada’s payroll tax during the legislative session was ...

Schwartz to challenge Lee for Nevada House seat

Former Nevada state Treasurer and Republican gubernatorial candidate Dan Schwartz is running for a suburban Las Vegas congressional seat held by ...

Freedom Fest Carson City GOP Barbecue set for July 25 at Glen Eagles restaurant

Event Date: 
July 25, 2019 - 6:00pm

Carson City Republican Women along with Carson City Republican Party are hosting their annual Freedom Fest barbecue on Thursday, July 25, 2019 on the grounds of Glen Eagles Restaurant, 3700 N Carson St., Carson City.

Events around the Carson City area for Thursday, June 27

Heading into Thursday, June 27, 2019, there's plenty to do and see around the Carson City area as we march toward an action-packed weekend. There's a morning Muscle Powered walk, Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park, a Farmers Market in Dayton, a discussion on climate change at Western Nevada College, a history presentation on Chinese woodcutters at the Nevada State Museum, a presentation by the NNDA Executive Director at a GOP monthly meeting, Cruise Night at Wing Stop, an information meeting on the Ross Gold Park master plan hosted by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space. Read on. There's more.

Carson City Republican Committee General Meeting with Rob Hooper, NNDA

Event Date: 
June 27, 2019 - 6:30pm

We are pleased to have Rob Hooper as our featured speaker at the Carson City Republican Committee General Membership meeting in June.

Rob is the President and CEO of NNDA (Northern Nevada Development Authority). NNDA is the Connector, Navigator and Problem-solver between the Sierra Region’s business communities, government, and the many resources to support business growth.
Rob will discuss with the group:
• Economic Development…Nevada Style – an overview of Nevada’s unique statewide economic development system
• Nevada Economic Update – how things look statewide

Rob Hooper, President of Northern Nevada Development Authority to present at Carson City Republican Membership Meeting

Northern Nevada Development Authority
Event Date: 
June 27, 2019 - 6:30pm

Rob Hooper, President of Northern Nevada Development Authority will be the featured guest at the Carson City Republican Membership Meeting on June 27.

Join us at the Casino Fandango for networking beginning at 6:30 p.m. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.

Rob Hooper will be our guest speaker. Rob is the President and CEO of NNDA (Northern Nevada Development Authority). NNDA is the Connector, Navigator and Problem-solver between the Sierra Region's business communities, government, and the many resources to support business growth.

Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 18

Heading into Tuesday, June 18, 2019 we're looking at continued warming around the region with a daytime high around 91. Temperatures are expected to actually lower toward the end of the week. Events around town Tuesday include a Muscle Powered walk, hike and bike ride, yoga, exercises for the mind and body hosted by the Carson City Emblem Club, political gatherings, art activities and more.

Nevada State Republican Party chair to speak at Carson City Republican Women's meeting

Event Date: 
June 18, 2019 - 11:00am

Michael J. McDonald, Nevada State Republican Party Chair, will be the guest speaker at the upcoming Carson City Republican Women's Club meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 2019.

Assembly Republican Caucus names Robin Titus GOP floor leader, Jim Wheeler steps down

CARSON CITY – The Nevada Assembly Republican Caucus released the following statement Tuesday:
“Effective immediately, Assemblyman Jim Wheeler has resigned as Minority Floor Leader due to personal reasons. He nominated Dr. Robin Titus (R-AD 38) to be the new leader and she was unanimously elected by the full Caucus.”

Carson City Republican Central Committee General Meeting with Rob Hooper, NNDA

President and CEO Northern Nevada Development Authority
Northern Nevada Development Authority
Event Date: 
June 27, 2019 - 6:30pm

We are pleased to have Rob Hooper as our featured speaker at the Carson City Republican Committee General Membership meeting in June.

Rob is the President and CEO of NNDA (Northern Nevada Development Authority). NNDA is the Connector, Navigator and Problem-solver between the Sierra Region’s business communities, government, and the many resources to support business growth.
Rob will discuss with the group:
• Economic Development…Nevada Style – an overview of Nevada’s unique statewide economic development system
• Nevada Economic Update – how things look statewide

Nevada lawmakers considering bill to increase minimum age to purchase tobacco

Republican lawmakers in Nevada have introduced a last-minute bill that would raise the minimum age from 18 to 21 for purchasing tobacco ...

Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 23

Heading into Thursday, May 23, 2019 we ask: Can you feel it? Yes, the Memorial Day holiday is nearly here and we may even get a weather break or four in between expected showers through the weekend, forecasters say. Activities and events to round out this third Thursday of the month include a meet and greet of Carson City Library candidates at Adams Hub for Innovation, a day hike, a bicycle cruise on the west side of the capital city, a Lunch and Learn Workshop for local nonprofit organizations, a chamber luncheon focusing on mental health, a GOP meeting, art showings, live music and more. Here's what's happening:

Pro-Choice advocates rally at Nevada State Legislature in Carson City for the ‘Trust Nevada Women Act'

More than 100 people joined NARAL Pro-Choice Nevada (National Abortion Rights Action League) in a rally Tuesday at the Nevada State Legislature to support Senate Bill 179, also called the “Trust Nevada Women Act.” In a time when abortion is being outlawed in several states around the country, Nevada instead went in the opposite direction with SB 179, securing a woman’s right to choose.

Carson City area scholarship recipients announced at 'Salute to Scholars' program

The list of local students who received scholarships were announced at the Salute to Scholars Program. Listed below are the students; congratulations!

Events around Carson City area for Saturday, May 18

Heading into Saturday, May 18, 2019 we say welcome to the weekend Carson City. Activities abound throughout the region. Bring an umbrella as the forecast calls for some showers. But above all, enjoy the events and activities lined up in Carson City, Carson Valley, Mound House, Silver City, Virginia City and Dayton areas.

Nevada Gov. Sisolak signs surprise emergency room billing compromise, pre-existing condition protections into law

Two sweeping health-care bills that would prevent patients from getting hit with surprise emergency room bills and protect Nevadans with pre-existing conditions were signed into law by Gov. Steve Sisolak on Wednesday.

Carson City GOP Women to host 'Proud to be an American' event at Governor's Mansion

Event Date: 
May 18, 2019 - 11:00am

Carson City Republican Women's upcoming event will be held this Saturday, May 18 in the Nevada Room at the Governor's Mansion. The theme for this event is "Proud to be an American" honoring every day patriots. Patriotic dress is encouraged but not mandatory.

Beto O’Rourke touts marijuana reform actions, opposition to Yucca Mountain

Beto O’Rourke, who was propelled into the national spotlight in 2018 when he nearly pulled off an upset in his campaign for the U.S. Senate against incumbent Texas Republican Ted Cruz, sat down last month with the Sun …

Carson City Republican Central Committee General Meeting

Washoe County Republican Party
Event Date: 
May 23, 2019 - 6:30pm

You are invited by Carson City Republican Central Committee to hear from Michael Kadenacy, Chairman of Washoe County Republicans, to share their County vision for the upcoming years as we get ready for the 2020 election.

Our meeting will be held on May 23rd. Meeting in Angelina's Restaurant at the Carson Nugget Casino, 507 N Carson Street. Social hour and networking at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7pm. Bring your questions to identify common interests and ways to collaborate with Washoe County.

Clark County Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson dies at 52 at Carson Tahoe Medical Center

Flags around the capital city flew at half mast today following the death of Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson, Democratic Majority Whip, of Las Vegas.

Thompson was in care at Carson-Tahoe Medical Center when he passed away early Saturday morning.

He was 52 years old. At this time, no official cause of death has been reported.

What's happening around Carson City for Tuesday, April 16

Here we go, Carson City, it is Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Another mixed bag of weather around the capital city today, with mostly cloudy skies and a few showers in the morning and then mostly sunny later in the afternoon with daytime highs in the upper 50s. Not bad for a spring day.

Carson City Republicans to host April general membership meeting at Carson Nugget

The Carson City Republican Committee is holding the April General membership meeting on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Carson Nugget at 6:30 p.m. This is our annual elections meeting and we encourage any and all local residents to get involved with our politics to participate and make your voice heard.

Carson City Republican Women to hear Scholarship Applicants

Event Date: 
April 16, 2019 - 11:00am

Every year Carson City Republican Women offer a $2000 scholarship to a graduating senior from the greater Carson City, Moundhouse and Dayton areas.

Opinion: Limiting Bill Draft Requests for Legislators, by Republican Assemblywoman Titus

The 80th session of the Nevada Legislature is underway with over 1,200 bills up for consideration. With so many bills it is nearly impossible to give each one the proper consideration required, as was intended by the founders of our great state. This means we are considering a great number of laws; however, what we should be focusing on is producing well thought out legislation.

Southern Nevada senator stands behind bee bill, says it is meant to stop Africanized bees

Senator Keith Pickard of southern Nevada, the man behind the hotly-debated bee bill, is standing behind his legislation in the face of controversy; however, he says, the Legislative Council Bureau of the Nevada State Legislature is at fault for not following his original intention. The bill's original intention was to stop the spread of Africanized Bees in Nevada, he says, which needs to be dealt with on a state level.

After becoming Nevada’s first ‘Bee City,’ new legislation would make beekeeping illegal in any city statewide

In a bizarre twist of events, not two months after Carson City officially became Nevada’s first Bee City USA, a piece of legislation was introduced to the senate that would prohibit beekeeping in any town or city in Nevada, including our very own Bee City.

An official backer of the bill was Carson City’s own Assemblyman Al Kramer, who has now submitted an amendment to have his name taken off the bill as a co-sponsor, and plans to do his best to kill the bill.

Autopsy: Brothel owner, Assembly candidate Dennis Hof died of natural causes

The Nye County Sheriff’s Office has determined that famed brothel owner and Republican Assembly candidate Dennis Hof’s death just before the election was caused by a heart attack.

Trump Cleared of Collusion While Doing A Great Job

While celebrating that President Trump and his people have been completely cleared of the Russia collusion lie, it’s important to note the fine and ever better job he’s done as President despite all the harassment.

Democrats and their deep state allies and politically correct left-wing press mouthpieces have insisted for over two years that the President and his team colluded with Russians to steal the 2016 election and then engaged in obstruction of justice to cover it up.

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