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by Dr. Sondra Cosgrove on February 1, 2023
Civic Engagement: The 2023 Legislative Session
by Dr. Sondra Cosgrove on February 1, 2023
Nevada’s state government includes executive, judicial, and legislative branches.  The Governor, his/her staff, and state agencies comprise the executive branch and our judges and justices oversee the judicial branch.... Read full article
by Christina Rebecca Thomas on February 1, 2023
2023 Nevada Veterans Legislative Summit
by Christina Rebecca Thomas on February 1, 2023
Veterans can get involved in the community through forums, lobbying, and advocacy by connecting to either organization. For decades NVDS has conducted veteran legislative forum to coordinate activities as well as advocate for the bills.... Read full article
by U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto on September 2, 2022
"We’re facing unprecedented challenges, and it’s more important than ever that we have leaders in office who will work hard for Nevadans and always put our state first" - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto... Read full article
by Jonathan MacArthur, Esq. on April 5, 2022
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: How We Can Immediately Make Our Democracy Work Better
by Jonathan MacArthur, Esq. on April 5, 2022
It never fails. As I handshake, share ideas and ask for votes, someone will ask, “Why am I just now seeing you? It would be better if candidates tried harder to introduce themselves to people if they want our vote.” - Jonathan MacArthur, Esq.... Read full article
by Joseph C. Abraham on April 5, 2022
Reform and Public Safety District Attorney Steve Wolfson’s Top Priority
by Joseph C. Abraham on April 5, 2022
Many in our community know Steve Wolfson as our District Attorney, a role he’s held in Clark County for the past decade. But what many don’t know is that Steve Wolfson has spent over 40 years of his life, actively involved in our legal community.... Read full article
by U.S. Congressman Steven Horsford on March 1, 2022
Rep. John Lewis, who passed away last year. Rep. Lewis was a good friend and colleague who instilled in all of us the need to shine a light on any injustice and get into “Good Trouble” to bring lasting change.... Read full article
by Dorcas Curry on March 1, 2022
Forgotten on Mother’s Day with Dr. Tiffany Green
by Dorcas Curry on March 1, 2022
Dr. Tiffany Green married Michael Green in 2018 and became a bonus mom. She explains, “That ‘Dr. Tiffany Green’ journey… a Bachelor’s in English and a Master’s in Education. Starting my doctorate, I thought ‘yes, this is something I can do.’  ... Read full article
by Shaundell Newsome on February 7, 2022
Black History means More Than His Story
by Shaundell Newsome on February 7, 2022
Black History Month derived from Negro History Week, created by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926. The historian, author and journalist felt that the accomplishments of Black people in America were omitted from the country’s story of contributions.... Read full article
by Jonathan MacArthur, Esq. on February 7, 2022
TRAP DOOR TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
by Jonathan MacArthur, Esq. on February 7, 2022
How does North Las Vegas Municipal Court Generates Revenue For The City? As a 22-year criminal defense attorney, I am in constant contact with the criminal justice system and am witness to both its successes and failures.... Read full article
by Naiomi Skelton on February 7, 2022
Ms. China Hudson
by Naiomi Skelton on February 7, 2022
Her mother passed away when she was only nine years old, and although she lived with her father until the age of fourteen, China Hudson’s village of aunts and uncles would be the most influential people in her life. ... Read full article
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