We all know that Hiroshima and Nagasaki were destroyed in August 1945 after the explosion of atomic bombs. However, we know little about the progress made by the people of that land during the past 65 years. View the Hiroshima vs. Detroit 65 years later page to see the comparison of what has take place in each city since the bombing. You will be amazed!
2010 Gateway Parade & BBQ in the Park
The Washington County Republican Party had over 20 walkers with their 2010 Gateway to the West Parade entry Saturday June 12th to hand out candy and fliers. 2010 Gateway Parade slideshow. WCRP also held a free BBQ following the parade at the Steyer Park pavilion that was attended by over 300 people. 2010 BBQ in the Park slideshow.![]()
Gateway to the West Parade
All Washington County Republicans and friends are invited to walk with the WCRP entry in the Gateway to the West Parade on Saturday June 12th at 1:00 pm. That’s this coming Saturday! Anyone interested in helping set up or walk along and hand out candy, please arrive at 12:30 pm at our parade starting point: 1700 Lafayette Street Blair, NE 68008 (Just West of the Steyer Park Pavilion). The parade starts at 1:00 pm. WCRP Parade details
Immediately following the parade the WCRP is hosting a FREE BBQ at the Steyer Park outdoor Pavilion! Make sure to tell your friends about this event and to bring their kids.
2010 Washington County Convention a Success!
The 2010 Washington County Republican Party convention was held Monday June 7, 2010 at the Central Court in Blair, NE. More than 52 people attended including 33 registered delegates and 19 guests. The event began with a potluck dinner at 6:00 pm with the convention beginning at 7:00 pm. Speakers included National Committeeman Pete Ricketts and Keynote speaker Lt. Governor Rick Sheehy. During the convention, WCRP members elected delegates to the 2010 Nebraska State convention. Take a look at the 2010 WCRP convention photo slide show
Delegates and guests listen to National Committeeman Pete Ricketts at the 2010 WCRP convention:
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2010 Washington County Republican Party Convention
The 2010 Washington County Republican Party Convention will be held on Monday June 7, 2010 at Central Court, 16th and Colfax in Blair, Nebraska.
We will begin the evening’s activities with a potluck dinner beginning at 6:00 PM. Our Convention will convene at 7:00 PM with the presentation of the Colors. Our Keynote speaker will be Lieutenant Governor Rick Sheehy.
Please take a moment to read County Chairman Ritch Nelson’s Convention Invitation and the *UPDATED* 2010 Washington County Convention Agendafor more details.
New Proposed WCRP Platform for 2010 Convention
The Washington County Republican Party Platform Committee has worked hard to update the WCRP platform. The proposed new 2010 Proposed Platform will be discussed and officially voted on at the 2010 WCRP County Convention on June 7, 2010. Please take some time to download and read through the new proposed platform before the convention.
93 County Conventions in 2010!
Nebraska County conventions will be held across the State of Nebraska June 1-10, 2010.
Beginning today through June 10, the Nebraska GOP will update the 93 in 2010 blogspot with commentary, photos and exciting announcements regarding conventions.
Please check the 93 in 2010 blogspot daily for the most up-to-date information on all the county conventions across the State of Nebraska!




