King's Corner: For The Fallen

By the time a Reno television crew came to interview my father about D-Day, he was already well into his nineties. Age had slowed him physically, but not mentally. Some memories remained as sharp as ever. The young reporter arrived eager to interview a surviving World War II veteran for

The Nose of the Law

There are many great institutions in the American Republic. Congress is one, though it has not shown signs of life in years. The railroads were another, before they learned that arriving on time was bad for business. But among the noblest inventions of modern civilization is the police dog, an

First Nail Driven in the Reconstruction of the 1880 Carson & Colorado RR Depot

A large group of Nevada history buffs gathered at the corner of Old Town Dayton’s Main Street and U.S. 50 West on Saturday, May 16 to celebrate the beginning of the reconstruction of the town’s beloved Carson & Colorado RR Depot that burned to the ground on

Wes Francis Brings Fallen Watchman Alex Coryell to Life at Odeon

The Odeon welcomed guests back in time this weekend during its ongoing Odeon Oldies lecture series, as historian Wes Francis took on the role of Virginia City Watchman Alex Coryell. The event drew a strong turnout of locals and history enthusiasts eager to experience one of the Comstock’s more

Joining Forces: Click It or Ticket Campaign

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office will be joining forces with participating law enforcement agencies in Nevada for a Joining Forces Click It or Ticket Campaign. The campaign will take place from May 13, 2026 through May 31, 2026. This Click It or Ticket Campaign aims to increase law enforcement

Dayton Valley Dog Park Closure Announcement

That time has arrived. We’ve heard from the contractors doing the restoration work on the All Breeds portion of the park. Here is the Closure schedule for the Dayton Valley Dog Park that we said was coming starting mid-May: Starting Monday, May 18, the ENTIRE Dayton Valley Dog Park

150th Anniversary Exhibit On Now at Fourth Ward School Museum

Virginia City, NV — The Historic Fourth Ward School Museum & Archive is proud to announce the opening of a new long-term exhibit commemorating the 150th anniversary of one of Nevada’s most iconic educational institutions. The exhibit officially opened to the public on Saturday, May 2, 2026, and will remain

Cinema on the Comstock Movie Selected for May 21

Raiders of the Lost Ark won the community vote for first drive-in movie! May 21, Bucket of Blood Parking Lot Festivities start at 5pm Wine Tasting inside the Bucket at 6pm Movie starts at 7pm Original Post: May 13, 2026 Cast Your Movie Vote for May 21 Cinema on the

PINE NUTS: A Brief Story of Dolley Madison

Around 1793, Philadelphia was laid low by a yellow fever epidemic.  Five thousand lives were lost.  A 24-year-old Dolley Todd lost her husband, John. But Dolley soldiered on.  Somehow she managed to maintain a sunny disposition that was recorded by one admirer:  "Dolley’s radiance raised to fever heat

Early Voting Begins This Weekend in Storey County for June 9 Primary Election

Early voting for the June 9 Primary Election begins May 23, 2026, in Storey County, providing voters with an opportunity to cast their ballot in person before Election Day. Residents may participate in early voting at the following locations: Lockwood Senior Center* 800 Peri Ranch Road, Lockwood, NV 89434 • May

New Food Truck in Dayton

Big things are grilling in Dayton — A Scoop or Two (720 Hwy 50) just rolled out a brand-new food truck today (May 15), and it’s bringing the flavor in a big way. Customers can now sink their teeth into juicy smash burgers, “hot diggity dogs,” and, coming soon, a

What Happened in Vegas Should Have Stayed in Vegas...

Yes we have K9s that detect drugs in Storey County… but when we turn Deputy Lawrence loose we find all sorts of illegal activity. Tenacity runs strong in Storey County. This story is short and sweet. If you’re going to a rave in Vegas don’t bring your drugs