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14 articles filed under Commissioner Jeanne Herman
Let’s stop pretending the current version of the Save Lakeridge effort is anything close to grassroots—because it’s not. Back in 2021, many of us supported them when they took their fight to the Reno City Council. At the time, it felt like a real community-driven effort. Fast forward to today, and
Read the articleIf politics in Washoe County is a card game, then Clara Andriola isn’t just playing—she’s going all in. The problem? No one’s quite sure what hand she’s holding. Let’s start with District 2. Andriola is no fan of Commissioner Mike Clark—that much is clear. So instead, she’s backing his Republica
Read the articleFull disclosure — our publisher, Larry Chesney, has tossed his hat in the ring for the Washoe County Commission District 5 race in 2026. As always, we’ll keep reporting the facts wherever they lead. It seems the Washoe County political rumor mill has been running a little too hot lately. At l
Read the articleWell, grab your popcorn, Washoe County — Picon’s boss himself, Larry Chesney, has officially announced he’s running for County Commissioner, District 5. Why? Simple. After Tammy Holt-Still announced her candidacy — right there in the middle of a commission meeting, no less — Larry’s phone started b
Read the articleWell, color us curious — Commissioner Jeanne Herman pulled a disappearing act this week, skipping both the special meeting to select the new Washoe County Manager and the regular commission meeting the next day. That’s two dais dodges in a row. Now, we know Jeanne has always had a soft spot for
Read the articleIn 2022, Colleen Westlake was a full-fledged Robert Beadles disciple — speaking at Boomtown’s “Freedom Fridays” as only the inner-circle got to do, railing against Democrats at King Buffet Conservative Talk luncheons, and vowing to clean up schools by getting rid of ‘certain’ books and ending coed b
Read the articleCounty Manager Eric Brown's June 30th retirement marks the end of a five-year stint—and the beginning of some uncomfortable questions about how Washoe County hires, and potentially rewards, its top executives. As the county gears up to hire another pricey headhunter firm to find Brown's replaceme
Read the articleWhen did selecting a Registrar of Voters become a classified operation? County Manager Eric Brown has turned what should be a transparent process into a closed-door affair, complete with non-disclosure agreements. Let that sink in: A committee filled with county employees selecting someone to overs
Read the articleJust when everyone thought the Registrar of Voters carousel might stop spinning, Commissioner Jeanne Herman assured us all was well. The hand-picked candidate would be "wonderful." Take a deep breath, relax - the drama's over, right? Plot twist: It's Andrew McDonald. Yes, THAT Andrew McDo
Read the articlePicon noted that media/press are asking questions as to the closure/remodel of the Washoe County Senior Center on 9th Street. You know, the facility that County Manager Eric Brown and his Human Services team are remodeling during the winter months in Northern Nevada. Grab your parkas - Washoe Count
Read the articleBreaking news from the "Better Late Than Never" department: Washoe County has emerged from its bureaucratic hibernation plan to send notifications to North Valleys residents about Swan Lake. Yes, the same North Valleys they've treated like their distant cousin at family reunions. After a
Read the articleWell, well, well... What do we have here? A masterclass in creative interpretation of voter will, starring the Washoe County Library saga. After voters rejected the $4.5 million library funding measure, some folks are playing a fascinating game of bureaucratic Twister.
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