Washoe County Archives - Page 15 of 29

Washoe County Registrar Raises Mail-In Ballot Concerns For November Election

February 27, 2024 12:25 pmMarch 5, 2024 10:55 am

In an interview with the Reno Gazette Journal (RGJ), Washoe County interim registrar Cari-Ann Burgess admits she is highly concerned about mail-in ballots for the upcoming general election due to the expected move of the Reno mail processing operations to California. “It’s going to be terrible for our elections,” Burgess...

What the Hill? Washoe County Chairwoman Removes Initial Public Comment Period, Again

February 15, 2024 4:08 pmFebruary 15, 2024 4:12 pm

In her first meeting since her reelection to chair the Washoe County Commission, Democratic Chairwoman Alexis Hill (she/her) has removed initial public comment from tomorrow’s meeting. Last month, Republican Commissioner Clara Andriola bypassed her Republican colleague Commissioner Jeanne Herman for board chair in support of Hill. Starting tomorrow, public comment...

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...

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...

Red Flags Rise In Reno City Council Races

January 31, 2024 3:09 pm

The Globe has extensively reported on the significant campaign donations given to Reno City Council candidates from a variety of developers and special interests. Constituents have continually raised their concerns related to an appearance of a “pay to play” arrangement between members of the council and a finite group of...