Jon Killoran

A Lifetime of Service to Northern Nevada
Name

Jon Killoran looking at the camera with his arms crossed across his chest

For over four decades

Jon Killoran

has been working to make northern Nevada

a place we can all be proud to call home

Jon Killoran speaking with a Washoe County resident

Jon Killoran is a forty-six-year Reno resident and one of five generations of his family to call northern Nevada home.


After studying journalism at the University of Nevada, Jon embarked on a twenty-two-year career in Reno’s television news industry. He earned several awards for his work as a sports broadcaster before being promoted to a prestigious career as News Director at KRNV News 4. Jon was inducted into the Nevada Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame in 2004.

Jon has spent the past eighteen years promoting the Reno-Tahoe region and the state of Nevada as a premier sports tourism destination. As Chief Executive Officer of the Reno Tahoe Winter Games Coalition, he has led the local organizing committees for a series of World Championship, Junior National, Olympic, and other elite sporting events that have brought millions of dollars in economic impact to the region and state. He also oversaw the organization’s efforts to pursue an Olympic Winter Games bid.

Endorsements

Public Safety Alliance of Nevada

Law enforcement associations statewide, including those for Washoe County Sheriff's Deputies and Reno Police, as a result of Jon's strong stance on public safety

Washoe Freedom Coalition

Local conservative Republicans group and great volunteers canvassing neighborhoods on my behalf

Northern Nevada United

Dozens of local churches supporting candidates of high spiritual and moral character

Nevada Chapter of Associated General Contractors

The hardworking folks who help build our infrastructure and communities

Animal Heart Symbol Jon has served on the board of directors for several local nonprofit organizations, including Care Chest of the Sierra, the Nevada Humane Society, and Secret Witness.
Family Clip art He enjoys spending personal time with his partner, Sheryl, as well as three other generations of his family, including two grandchildren.

In the News

JON KILLORAN OFFICIALLY FILES FOR WASHOE COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 2

03.20.26
Jon Killoran, Republican candidate for Washoe County Commission District 2, today officially filed his candidacy with Washoe County, advancing his campaign to bring proactive, accountable leadership to northern Nevada. Killoran, a 46-year Reno resident and...

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Jon Killoran Campaign for County Commission Surges Ahead with Strong Fundraising Momentum

01.16.26
Yesterday, Jon Killoran’s campaign for Washoe County Commission District 2 announced it had raised over $45,000 and has more than $43,000 cash on hand – a clear sign of support and momentum in the Republican...

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Killoran announces bid for Washoe County Commission

11.04.25
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – Former broadcaster and nonprofit leader Jon Killoran has announced his intention to run for District 2 of the Washoe County Commission. Calling himself a lifelong Republican, Killoran said he will bring...

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Nonprofit CEO Jon Killoran announces run for Washoe commission seat held by Mike Clark

11.04.25
Jon Killoran, CEO of the Reno Tahoe Winter Games Coalition, announced Tuesday that he’s running for Washoe County Commission District 2 seat now held by Mike Clark. Both are Republicans. Killoran is a former news...

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Nonprofit leader Jon Killoran to challenge Washoe Commissioner Mike Clark

11.04.25
Nonprofit leader Jon Killoran announced Tuesday that he is running for Washoe County Commission in District 2, setting up a Republican primary in the race next June against incumbent Mike Clark — who has raised...

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Jon Killoran announces run for Washoe County Commission District 2 against Mike Clark

11.04.25
A familiar face in northern Nevada’s media and nonprofit community is stepping into the political arena. Veteran broadcaster and Reno-Tahoe Winter Games Coalition CEO Jon Killoran has announced his candidacy for Washoe County Commission District...

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