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Flirting with death releases pheromones that make you feel more alive than before. Or as Winston Churchill put it, “Nothing in life is so exhilarating as to be shot at without result.” I’ve only had that feeling once in my life, but it proved true to form… I got
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There is an incredibly important holiday on the calendar this week that we should never have forgotten but largely have. Maybe because of complacency, or just the way humans tend to forget why we have the freedoms we do and allow past mistakes to repeat themselves. On this day in
Tours/Events
The Odeon was overflowing with festive fun during the Misfits Theater Group spirited presentation of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas", on Dec. 5, 6 & 7. Laughter, singing, and plenty of audience participation filled the historic venue as guests enjoyed a lively holiday performance. The one-act melodrama
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DAYTON Community Roots & Shoots Starting Nov 26: Christmas Tree Sale Dayton Valley Branch Library Dec 19: Cookies & Cocoa, 2 pm - 5 pm Dayton Valley Community Center Dec 12 (7 pm) & Dec 14 (2 pm): The Spirit Players present A Comstock Christmas Carol. Tickets on Eventbrite Monday
Virginia City
FOR RELEASE Virginia City, Nev. – This holiday season, historic Piper’s Opera House invites the community to its annual Christmas Play, “Miracle on C Street.” This year’s production blends the classic “Miracle on 34th Street” with a distinctive Virginia City twist, bringing C Street and the town’s rich
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yerington, Nevada – Lyon County Emergency Management and the Yerington/Mason Valley Fire Protection District are providing an update regarding the temporary odor and air quality concerns reported on the evening of Dec. 5, 2025 in the East Yerington area. Mason Valley Fire responded to a single medical
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SPONSORED CONTENT Silver Springs, Nev – On a sunny Nevada Saturday afternoon in early November, the Comstock Metals facility on Lake Avenue came alive with the sounds of conversation, laughter, and the unmistakable aroma of grilled burgers and hot dogs. More than 100 neighbors, community leaders, employees and even investors gathered
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yerington, Nevada – At approximately 5:00 PM, Lyon County Emergency Management and Yerington/Mason Valley Fire Protection District were notified of temporary air quality issues in the area of Pete Henrichs Road and East 95A following the application of agricultural chemicals in a nearby field. Monitoring indicates
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Lyon County, Nevada – The Lyon County Clerk/Treasurer’s Office is pleased to announce that we have successfully negotiated improved debit card processing fees to support our taxpayers when making real and personal property tax payments. Updated Payment Processing Fees effective 11:49 PM on December 5,
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yerington, Nevada – The Lyon County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) met on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025 to hear presentations and take action on several significant agenda items. Highlights from the meeting include: Master Plan Amendment for Monarch Data Center The Board approved, in a 4–1 vote
If you’ve felt the Chronicle getting fuller these past few months, you’re not imagining it. Our community has rediscovered its voice—and with it, a renewed excitement to share stories, memories, journalism, art, and reflections from across the Comstock. Each week, more residents reach out wanting to contribute,
Dayton, Nevada – Community Roots’ annual holiday open house takes place this year on Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on both days. There will be festive food, hot beverages, and an ornament-making craft table. The event also provides opportunities to shop for
NEWS RELEASE Lyon County, Nevada – Lyon County Emergency Management, in partnership with the Central Lyon, North Lyon, Yerington/Mason Valley, and Smith Valley Fire Protection Districts, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, and the Yerington Police Department, is announcing the launch of a new countywide preparedness initiative: Be Ready, Get
FOR RELEASE Dayton, Nevada - There will be a free paper shredding service for the public on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. to help residents securely dispose of their sensitive documents. Wendy Madson, director of Healthy Communities Coalition (HCC) explained that the free service is
Our living list of Toys for Tots donation drop off locations in Storey County and Central Lyon County, now through Dec. 19 (some locations only accepting through Dec. 17): Dayton Elementary School 285 Old Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton, NV Dayton Intermediate School 315 Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton, NV Edward Jones
FOR RELEASE Stagecoach, Nev. - The Lyon County Stagecoach Citizen Advisory Board would like to welcome everyone to a World War II Pearl Harbor Memorial Rededication Ceremony and USS Nevada Remembrance on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. Stagecoach Community Center (also called the old fire station), 8204 W.
A major restoration effort is reshaping the landscape along the Carson River in Dayton – and strengthening the community partnerships behind it. Dayton Valley Conservation District (DVCD) and Central Lyon Fire have spent months working side-by-side to stabilize eroding riverbanks, reduce fire hazards, and bring native vegetation back to life. The
Guest Contributor: John Cassinelli As a boy, I would often visit the Nevada State Museum at the old Mint in Carson City. Back then as we entered the Museum, one of the first exhibits seen was the Silver Service Set from the battleship USS Nevada (BB-36). The silver set includes