Events & Entertainment: Updated June 23

Events are subject to change; please verify details with event hosts. Send your community events to advertising@thecomstockchronicle.com for posting. *Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in place for Western Nevada DAYTON Jun 27: Central Lyon Fire Green Waste Collection Day (71 Enterprise Way), 10am - 3pm. Details at centrallyonfire.org Dayton

Dementia Friendly Storey County Kick Off Party

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Nevada is home to nearly 55,000 individuals currently living with Alzheimer's, which is only one of the 100+ forms and causes of dementia. In Storey County alone, there are 180 individuals 65 years and older living with dementia, including nearly 60

Odeon Oldies Brings Sarah Althea Hill to Life

The Historic Odeon Saloon was filled with laughter, tears, and heartfelt emotion on Sunday, June 21, as acclaimed Chautauquan Kim Harris took the stage to portray Sarah Althea "Allie" Hill Terry (1850-1937). Although Allie was not part of the Comstock itself, her life became forever linked to

Lyon County Sheriff's Office Sex Offender Task Force Arrests Out-of-Compliance Offender Following Community Tips

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  June 22, 2026 The Lyon County Sheriff's Office Sex Offender Task Force has arrested a Silver Springs sex offender who was  out of compliance with Nevada's sex offender registration requirements.  Over the past several days, the Lyon County Sheriff's Office received

Lyon County Sex Offender Task Force Arrests Non-Compliant Registered Sex Offender

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 22, 2026 FERNLEY, Nev. – On June 20, 2026, at approximately 7:58 a.m., members of the Lyon County Sheriff's  Office, Northern Command Patrol Area were conducting an investigation into an unrelated matter in the  Fernley area when they contacted individuals living in a

Government Hinges

The people of Storey County have undertaken the solemn and patriotic duty of fixing the doors at Piper’s Opera House, which proves two things beyond dispute: first, that the old building is still standing; and second, that no task on the Comstock is too simple to escape the affectionate

Stage 1 Restrictions in Western Nevada to Begin June 22

Carson City, Nev – Due to increased fire danger, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions begin on Monday, June 22, 2026. These restrictions apply to lands within or managed by the following agencies: Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and Nevada Division

Memorial for James Howard Kepler Sr.

In Loving Memory of James Howard Kepler Sr. The Northern Nevada golf community and beyond are invited to celebrate the life of James Howard Kepler Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, mentor, friend, and longtime PGA professional whose impact on the game and those around him will not be forgotten. James

Virginia City Celebrates Independence Day and America 250 with a Full Day of Festivities

Historic celebration features parade, live entertainment and fireworks over the Comstock

Virginia Truckee Railroad Marks its Golden Anniversary with "Murder at Mile Marker Fifty," a July 4 Interactive Murder Mystery

All aboard for mystery, mischief, and a dash of railroad drama! The Virginia Truckee Railroad’s Golden Anniversary celebration rolls on July 4 with the Fun Time Players’ newest interactive whodunit, Murder at Mile Marker Fifty.

Celebrate America 250 on the Fourth of July at the Fourth Ward School

Celebrate the Fourth of July at the Fourth Ward! Experience spectacular views of the official Virginia City Fireworks Show from our beautiful historic balcony and attic. This rare opportunity to sit on our balcony or look out our fourth-story windows will create memories for years to come. These areas

PINE NUTS: Powerful Places

There are powerful places here on Mother Earth that can attract and even create formidable interfaces. California produced gold, Nevada produced silver. California attracted Steinbeck, Nevada attracted Twain. And for Twain, his most powerful interface became the river, the raft and Jim. This powerful trio gave us Adventures of Huckleberry