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It was late Monday morning on USA Parkway when three Stockton citizens set out in search of scenery and found the law instead. The sun was up, and the road was open, but the car, it turns out, was not theirs. Storey County deputies, who have developed a suspicious nature
Columnists
It might be safe to say that Moses, the prophet, was the first reporter of record. When Moses received the Ten Commandments, well, this was some heavy news to deliver to an unsuspecting public. I can only imagine the reaction those Commandments might have had in France…“No adultery? Hey,
Mark Twain Community
Mark Twain residents, here’s what’s coming for your community this year: • Road Rehab Project: Drainage improvements along Prospector, Martin, and Sutro Springs. • Engineering Work: Core drilling is underway at Sam Clemens and Sutro Springs to determine the level of work required. • Traffic Safety: As part of these improvements,
Virginia City
If you think you’ve seen every bar and shop C Street has to offer, you might want to take another look — there is something new right under your nose. Tucked beneath the Virginia City Mercantile is a novel hidden gem called the Dirty Soda Saloon, a cozy speakeasy-style spot
Virginia City
If you have spent any amount of time in Virginia City, or around people who have, you have likely heard the question. It is usually asked with a grin, sometimes with a nudge, and almost always by someone who already knows exactly where the conversation is headed. “So… did you
Silver Springs
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Lyon County
Guest Contributor: Battalion Chief Ryan Johnson, Central Lyon County Fire Protection District If you live in Central Lyon County you probably see ambulances driving up and down Hwy 50 daily. Central Lyon Fire is an all-risk Fire District providing fire protection, technical rescue, fire prevention, and emergency medical services. The
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Some days it feels like for every extra minute of sunlight we gain, we somehow add an hour to our to-do list. Mother Nature is gently nudging us into a new rhythm — Daylight Saving Time begins March 8, and the Spring Equinox arrives March 20 at 7:46 a.m.
Guest Contributor: Kaley Reardon Dust Devil pride is running high after the Dayton High School Cheer team captured first place at the JAMZ Cheer and Dance National Championship in Las Vegas, successfully defending their national title from last year. The victory marks the second national championship for the Dayton program,
As candidate filing for the 2026 election year opened on March 2, 2026, the Storey County Clerk’s Office is providing guidance to candidates and residents regarding campaign sign placement. Candidates may post campaign signs in designated areas of County public property in accordance with Storey County Ordinance Chapter 17.
Spend the night where history and the paranormal meet during the Paranormal Painting Pajama Party
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 4, 2026 Fernley, Nevada – At approximately 11:35 a.m., North Lyon Fire Protection District responded to reports of a structure fire in the area of Canal Road in Fernley. Upon arrival, Battalion 60 and Engine 61 observed a well-involved residential structure fire that was threatening
SILVER SPRINGS, NV – On March 2, 2026, at approximately 7:45 p.m., deputies with the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) Central Command Patrol Squad contacted 61-year-old Richard Ray Richards in the Silver Springs area. During the contact, deputies determined that Richards is a registered sex offender in the
STOREY COUNTY, NV - On March 2, 2026, at approximately 10:51 a.m., Storey County Sheriff's Office deputies were alerted to a stolen motor vehicle out of California traveling on USA Parkway in the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center. Deputies initiated a traffic enforcement stop and safely detained
When my dad, Mark King, was young, he didn’t believe much in staying put. He worked at dude ranches in Wyoming, herded cattle, and rode in rodeos from the Texas/Mexico border all the way up to Canada. He loved the image and the lifestyle of the “Old West.
Reno, in its infinite wisdom, has decided that wild horses and motorists should no longer play a game of “Guess Who Gets Hurt First” along the Virginia Foothills. To this noble end, the city has forked over a cool $702,000 to a company called Soli-Tech, which sounds like a
The Silver City Preservation Society (SCPS) is gearing up for its 6th Annual Pi Day Pie Auction — a delicious blend of math, merriment, and generosity on Saturday, March 14. Doors open at 5 p.m. at the charming Silver City Schoolhouse on 385 High St. Bidding kicks off at 6
Events are subject to change; please verify details with event hosts. Send your community events to advertising@thecomstockchronicle.com for posting. DAYTON Dayton High School Mar 20: DHS Boosters present Safe & Sober Grad Bingo Night, 5:30pm - 9pm Every Thursday: Silver Squares family-friendly square dancing, 6:30pm -
In late 2025, Storey County announced its new designation as a Dementia Friendly Community under the Dementia Friendly Nevada (DFNV) initiative, part of the national Dementia Friendly America program. This statewide initiative is focused on, "cultivating and strengthening communities in becoming more respectful, educated, supportive, and inclusive of people