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Archive for May, 2006

Walking

I knocked a few doors earlier this month, but yesterday was the “official” start of the campaign walking season. And it snowed! Just another reason why we love Nevada.

Live commencement blogging II: Congrats Sara!

Congratulations Sara! Best of luck with all you do. Wherever you go, I know you’ll do great things for people, your community and your country. Thank you for all your hard work on the campaign. Oh, and, you can take the afternoon off.

Live commencement blogging: Congratulations Lisa!

Congratulations Lisa! You did it! I love you- David

We Love Nevada: Peavine Mountain perspectives

What do a mountain biker, geocacher, retired archaelogist, 4-wheeler, dog walker and runner have in common? They all place a special value on Peavine Mountain, and identify it’s diverse values as a reason they love living in Nevada. Check out this website produced by journalism students at the University of Nevada, Reno: Peavine Explorations.

Poor results for Republican recruitment

Filing for candidacy is now closed and the results have the pundits chattering. The Republicans have had such a weak showing in recruiting candidates that 14 of the incumbent Democrats in the Assembly do not have GOP opposition, which could mean some amazing things for the Democrats in the Assembly in the upcoming term. Is there a wave starting to build?

We Love Nevada: River Fest wrap-up

Lisa and I made it down to the River Festival on Sunday to place some David Bobzien for Assembly 24 (temporary) tattoos on arms, legs, ankles, etc. These are becoming hot items, and they debuted at the Earth Day festival. Look for them this summer at other events!

We Love Nevada: The River Fest is here again

It’s that time of year again- the river is up and the boats are in the water. River Fest!

Planning for the Future: Low marks for technology in Nevada education

As I often say when talking with folks about the importance of teaching technology to our kids, 12 years ago, the job “webmaster” didn’t exist. I’m thankful for the quality public education I received that prepared me for this 21st-century career.

Medicare Part D update and Senior Fest report

It’s crunch time for folks who’ve yet to enroll in Medicare Part D. To avoid a one percent monthly penalty, eligible beneficiaries must enroll before May 15th.

Methamphetamine Summit

Today I joined a number of substance abuse experts, law enforcement officials, and lawmakers to examine the meth crisis here in our community and explore solutions at the Methamphetamine Summit, a project of Join Together Northern Nevada and the Meth Community Response Alliance.