Let me first offer on behalf of all Republicans in Clark County a welcome for your interest, or at least passing curiosity, about Republicans here in this area. If you're a new resident, you may not know Clark County encompasses more than Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson. It extends all the way north to Mesquite and Indian Springs, south to Laughlin and Primm, and almost as far as Pahrump.

You may be a new Republican, or not even sure if you have anything in common with them. But if you believe in limited government, less taxes and more personal responsibility, we walk on the same common ground, and you might want to check us out on our web site www.clarkgop.com. We have an extensive grass roots organization headed up by Chris Comfort. If your interest concerns your immediate neighborhood, you might want to volunteer for grassroots in your precinct or Senate district. If your interest is more issue-oriented, we have grassroots organization for issues such as education and taxes. Contact Chris by email at crvfinance@earthlink.net or call our office at (702) 258-9184.

The big event in March is Clark County's 2006 Bi-Annual Convention. The Saturday event (3/18/06), starts at 7 a.m. at Palace Station (I-15 at Sahara) in their 2nd floor convention area. We will be electing our State Central Committee members and our Executive Board members at this meeting and all who attend will be able to hear from Republican candidates running in Clark County. The Republican candidates for governor will speak at a luncheon that day. The cost is only $50 if you register before March 14th and includes a continental breakfast and lunch. After that date, registration costs $60. Checks should be made payable to CCRP and can be mailed to 574 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107. We look forward to seeing you there.