Notes: Sparks Together
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Hunter Rand Concedes Sparks, Ward 2: Announces Endorsement of Jamie O’Connell
First, I want to acknowledge what an extraordinary honor it has been to participate in our democratic process during the 250th anniversary of the founding of these United States.
On June 6th, I was in Boston to speak at the U.S. Pirate National Convention. While there, I had the opportunity to walk the Freedom Trail and stand in places I had only ever read about in textbooks. I stood in the shadows of Paul Revere…
Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Report - Jan 1-Mar 31
Over the past year - both as I’ve been running and in conversations with other candidates - I’ve noticed a pattern that doesn’t sit right with me. There’s a quiet game some campaigns play where they wait until the very last day to file their campaign contribution and expenditure (C&E) report, as if holding onto that information creates some kind of…
Nine Months In - And We’re Just Getting Started
On June 2nd, 2025, I announced my candidacy for Sparks City Council, Ward 2.
Exactly nine months later - to the day - on March 2nd, 2026, I formally filed.
That timing wasn’t planned for symbolism, but it feels appropriate. Campaigns are about…
Crypto ATMs Are Hurting Ward 2, Sparks, and Nevada - It’s Time to Rethink Them
I’ve dabbled in crypto - enough to understand both the appeal and the risks - and I’ve said for a long time that cryptocurrency ATMs don’t make sense for our community. Now Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar is sounding the alarm, warning Nevadans…
Statement from Hunter Rand on Request for Comment from Senior ResQ Magazine
On November 6th I received a request for comment on the proposed Sparks Fire Service Fee from…
Putting People Before Politics: What it Means to be a Pirate.
Over the past few months, a few of my supporters have asked why I’m registered with the Pirate Party - and some have even suggested I switch to Democrat, Republican, or Independent to attract more votes. My answer has always been the same: I’m not going to change my registration just to win an election. Doing that would be insincere, dishonest, and frankly unethical. I want people to vote for me because they can see my genuine love for Sparks and…
Hunter Rand Steps Forward to Serve Sparks:Announces Bid for Ward 2 Council Seat
Today, I’m proud to announce my candidacy to serve as the next councilmember for the City of Sparks, representing Ward 2. I grew up in Sparks. I’ve seen both the best and the worst sides of our city - moments of incredible unity and moments…