For the 96th time in my 66 years, I exercised my constitutional right to vote, an activity that has become considerably more complicated than the Founding Fathers ever intended. I suspect George Washington could have voted, chopped down a cherry tree, and returned home before today's election officials
For Immediate Release November 11, 2026 Stagecoach, Nevada – On November 11, 2026, at approximately 12:28 a.m., deputies from the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Central, Western, Northern, and Southern Commands, along with personnel from Central Lyon Fire, responded to the 10000 block of Geurts Lane in Stagecoach, Nevada,
On Sunday, Nov. 8, the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce brought the community together to honor those who answered the call to serve. The 9th Annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner welcomed nearly 160 veterans and family members to Dayton Valley Golf Club for an evening of camaraderie, heartfelt appreciation, and plenty
Events are subject to change; please verify details with event hosts. Send your community events to advertising@thecomstockchronicle.com for posting. DAYTON Boys & Girls Club Dayton Clubhouse Donate, request food, or sponsor a family for Thanksgiving - email abuan@bgcmasonvalley.org. Now thru Nov 30: Winter clothes Drive, dropoff at
In honor of Veteran's Day, we're re-printing this Memorial Day column. 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
Now that daylight saving time has been entered into the record books for another year, I find myself humming a familiar tune based on a 1953 Dean Martin song: “When the moon hits your eye at 4:45, it's November.” It is a melancholy little number, particularly if
Local Boys & Girls Club seeks donations to end year
Northern Nevada students pursuing degrees, trade certifications and career training encouraged to apply
The Storey County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at the Storey County Historic Courthouse, 26 S. B St., to canvass the results of the 2026 General Election. The canvass is the Board’s official review of the election
When you turn 65, Medicare becomes a vital part of your health care coverage. But Medicare isn't a "set it and forget it" program. In fact, you have the opportunity to review and adjust your coverage every year. The annual Medicare Open Enrollment period, which runs
On Tuesday, Nov. 3, Storey County Board of Commissioners recognized VFW Post 8071 for its eight decades of service to veterans, military families, and the community by adopting a proclamation honoring the organization’s anniversary. Mustered on Sept. 11, 1946, VFW Post 8071 has faithfully served Virginia City and surrounding
How ‘bout them Brew Boys! They made my old heart skip a beat. They reminded me of the first fib I ever told. It was on the morning of Game One of the World Series. I was in fourth grade, and Little League Baseball was my life. The Series was
When Storey County Patrol Sgt. Eli Kerr took someone to a facility for mental health care, he rarely heard how they were doing afterward. Sometimes deputies saw those familiar faces again when they responded to another call. Now deputies can offer to put the person in touch with a community
Government
Lyon County Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting: Canvass the Vote Friday, Nov.13, 2026 @ 9 a.m. Lyon County Administrative Complex27 S. Main Street, Yerington, NV 89447 AGENDA: https://www.lyon-county.org/.../Vie.../Agenda/_11132026-2135 Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83368686463...Meeting ID: 833
Storey County
Storey County is lighting the way to show appreciation for those who have served our country, joining a nationwide effort to honor veterans through Operation Green Light for Veterans, Nov. 4–11, 2026. The Storey County Commissioners passed a proclamation during their meeting Tuesday, Nov. 3, recognizing the initiative organized
Columnists
I had no more notion of hunting the hairy mountain man than a fisherman has of climbing Sun Mountain, yet the moment that hardback volume arrived from Utah—freighted with 11 full-color chapters and a price tag of exactly twenty-four dollars and ninety-five cents—I felt the
Please complete and share the 2026 Resident Sentiment Survey for the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs. It will take approximately 20-25 minutes to complete, but it is important our Nevada voices are heard to help guide future decisions and investments. Scan the QR code above or follow the
Columnists
Now that Halloween has departed for another year, leaving behind empty candy bowls and children suffering from sugar-related constitutional disorders, I have a few words of advice for parents whose offspring engage in the ancient and honorable art of toilet-papering their neighbors' homes. First, let us establish
Tours/Events
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Government
Tuesday, Nov. 3 @10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 @ 10 a.m. Storey County Courthouse 26 S. B. St, Virginia City This meeting will be held in person and the public is welcome to attend. Members of the public who wish to watch the meeting remotely may do so by
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via Nevada State Parks The Nevada Division of State Parks has announced that the 1,627-acre property in Dayton, Nevada, will be known as Crossroads Canyon State Park, following a public naming process that received thousands of suggestions and votes. The announcement comes as the agency begins planning for
Arts & Culture
Two big celebrations on one day, but weeks' worth of action-packed fun for Nevada! Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, brought an epic showdown to the Silver State – Nevada Day and Halloween. Which celebration claimed your time and attention? Or did you manage to saddle up for both? It was
Tours/Events
via V&T Railway V&T Railway is seeking local nonprofit youth groups to join the 2026 production as North Pole Elves in Carson City! This is a fun opportunity for youth organizations to support a beloved holiday experience while earning funds for their group. Elves help welcome
Carson City
November 3, 2026 Dear Members of the Nevada Day Committee, It has been said that a man should never turn down an honor, particularly when it comes from people who know him well enough to know better! My heartfelt thanks to the Nevada Day Committee for selecting me as Grand