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Former Sparks Fire Chief Mark Lawson Announces Bid for County Commission

February 15, 2024 1:08 pmFebruary 23, 2024 1:18 pm

The Globe has learned that Mark Lawson, the embattled former fire chief for the City of Sparks, announced his bid for the Washoe County Commission during a CTL (Conservative Talk Lunch) luncheon yesterday. An attendee at the luncheon tipped off The Globe last night and his public announcement is expected...

OPINION: Andy Reid Won the Super Bowl, but Lost a Super Opportunity

February 13, 2024 2:04 pmFebruary 14, 2024 11:43 am

The moments that will not linger in the history of Super Bowl LVIII, as interesting as many of them were, include: the exciting finish to a well-played game, the hoopla of the Super Bowl’s first Las Vegas appearance, Usher’s excellent half-time show, and the Taylor Swift phenomena taking over the...

On the Record With GOP Assembly Candidate Rafael Arroyo

February 12, 2024 2:59 pmFebruary 22, 2024 11:43 am

GOP candidate for Assembly District 41 (AD-41) Rafael Arroyo is no stranger to politics, yet this will be his first time running for office, and in a district that is swinging towards a republican advantage. He will face Democratic incumbent Sandra Jauregui and enters the race with Governor Joe Lombardo’s...

Trump Takes Nevada, Nevada GOP Takes A Bow

February 9, 2024 4:49 pmFebruary 12, 2024 3:05 pm

Last night, nearly 60,000 registered Republicans voted for former President Donald J. Trump in the Nevada GOP First in the West Caucus for the presidential nomination, securing 26 delegates needed for the convention. Trump received more votes in the caucus than his opponent Nikki Haley who lost in the state-run...

Douglas County Teacher Jailed for Stalking

February 8, 2024 11:09 amFebruary 8, 2024 11:09 am

Back in June, The Nevada Globe broke the news that Douglas County school teacher Michael Ismari had been arrested for stalking. After his arrest, we obtained additional information, provided by a source, that Ismari had a criminal record, dating back to 1996, related to multiple stalking charges and violations of...

WCSD Trustees Guide Superintendent Hiring Process

February 4, 2024 4:49 pmFebruary 5, 2024 11:51 am

During a special meeting Friday, the Washoe County School Board of Trustees made authorizations to guide the replacement process for former district Superintendent Dr. Susan Enfield, establishing a timeline for replacement and laying out a framework for a new contract. Trustee Diane Nicolet emphasized the importance of gathering public feedback...

Far-Left Activist Prepares Run for Swing Assembly District

February 1, 2024 3:36 pmFebruary 2, 2024 1:18 pm

Progressive activist Annette Magnus may announce her candidacy for Assembly District 35 (AD-35) after the presidential primary, a swing district vacated by Democratic Assemblywoman Michelle Gorelow. Gorelow withdrew her reelection bid amid ongoing ethics scandals that continue to haunt Democratic members of the state legislature. Magnus hails from Las Vegas...