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Gibbons, Dawn

NWHP · August 3, 2023 ·

Dawn Gibbons

Dawn Gibbons, Nevada’s 28th First Lady, former State Assemblyman, and successful business owner, has led an interesting life.  Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Dawn moved to Nevada in 1974.  She worked for her mother and stepfather in their wedding chapel businesses and graduated from UNR.  At the age of 28 in 1982 she purchased the business […]

Sisolak, Kathy Ong

NWHP · January 12, 2021 ·

Nevada First Lady, Kathy Sisolak

Born in Ely, Nevada of immigrant parents, but raised in Las Vegas, Kathy Sisolak is the 2nd First Lady to hold a professional career, as well performing her official state duties.  Becoming First Lady of Nevada was something she never dreamed of.  She was busy pursuing a career when she met County Commissioner, Steve Sisolak […]

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