LEARN ABOUT POT MEASURE TONIGHT

Tonight, northern Nevadans get a chance to learn first-hand the pros and
cons of a measure on the general election ballot that would, among other
things, decriminalize possession of less than three ounces of marijuana.

Facts about the controversial proposal have been tough to find since the
measure qualified for the ballot earlier this month. During tonight's
broadcast, proponents and opponents will have the chance to lay out their
positions in a discussion, and the public can call in with their questions
during the live broadcast.

State law doesn't require these televised debates, but Secretary of State
Dean Heller is doing a good thing providing the public with facts from both
sides about a controversial issue.

The northern Nevada forum will be broadcast on channel 16 from 5 to 6 p.m.
You can call the studio live during the broadcast at 954-0911, e- mail at
service@@sncat.org or fax to 828-1337. Questions and comments also can be
submitted in advance to the Secretary of State's Office via e-mail at
nvelect@@govmail.state.nv.us or fax to 684-5718; questions sent in advance
must be received by noon today to be considered for tonight's broadcast.