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Virginia City to Participate in Nationwide American Discovery Trail 250 Relay Celebration
VIRGINIA CITY, Nev. — On Saturday, July 18, 2026, at noon, Virginia City will join communities across the nation in celebrating America's 250th anniversary as part of the American Discovery Trail 250 Relay, a cross-country event honoring the enduring spirit of the Declaration of Independence. The Virginia City
History
The Desert Canary of 1919 Reveals Oldest House in Nevada
Laying on the desk next to my computer right now is a greenish colored, small-sized book containing the photograph of the head of a donkey on the front page. It has 142 pages and was published in 1919 and it is called “The Desert Canary.” It was a high
Virginia City
First Virginia City Jeep Stampede Draws Enthusiasts from Across the West
via Hunter Hampton, 601 Vigilance Committee Virginia City, Nev. — The inaugural Virginia City Jeep Stampede exceeded expectations this past weekend, welcoming Jeep enthusiasts from across the western United States for a day of off-road adventure, community, and historic western charm. Hosted by the 601 Vigilance Committee, the sold-out
Crime
Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Non-Compliant Sex Offender in Yerington
Press Release June 17, 2026 Yerington, NV – On June 17, 2026, at approximately 9 a.m., Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch received a report of a possible child-luring incident in the 200 block of North Hwy 95A in Yerington. According to the reporting party, a Hispanic adult male
Columnists
The Industrial Center Olympics
I have always admired people's ability to learn from experience. It is one of our finest qualities, right after stubbornness, impatience, and the conviction that the speed limit applies only to other people. On Wednesday, June 3, several vehicle crashes happened in the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center. The
Columnists
The Art of Avoiding Consequences
Some men seem destined for greatness, some for obscurity, and a rare few who appear determined to become cautionary tales. Mr. Blaze Thomas belongs to that last category. Indeed, when a fellow is named Blaze, one suspects that destiny has already placed a wager on how spectacularly events may unfold.
Storey County Warns of Multiple Phone Scams Impersonating Sheriff’s Office and Jury Duty Notifications
Storey County officials are alerting residents to multiple ongoing phone scams in which callers are impersonating law enforcement and court officials in an attempt to obtain money and personal information. In one scam, residents report receiving calls from individuals claiming to be Storey County Sheriff’s Office deputies. In some
Tours/Events
Events & Entertainment: Updated June 16
Events are subject to change; please verify details with event hosts. Send your community events to advertising@thecomstockchronicle.com for posting. DAYTON Jun 27: Central Lyon Fire Green Waste Collection Day (71 Enterprise Way), 10am - 3pm. Details at centrallyonfire.org Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce Jun 25: Economic Forum, Dayton
Crime
LCSO SIU Yerington Operation
On June 16, 2026, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Special Investigations Unit (SIU) assisted Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and U.S. Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) with a Criminal Enforcement Operation in the 100 Block of Falcon Way, Yerington, Nevada, 89447. The operation resulted in the arrest of a
Tours/Events
Scottish Tradition Comes to the Comstock
The sound of bagpipes echoed across the Virginia City Fairgrounds June 13-14 as the Great Basin Scottish Highland Games made their Virginia City debut, bringing a weekend full of athletic competition, cultural traditions, and family-friendly fun to the Comstock. The fifth annual event presented by the Northern Nevada
Dayton
Insulator Enthusiasts Connect at Growing Dayton Show
A weatherproof, glass barrier that once ensured telegraph messages could travel clearly across the country is now a sought-after keepsake bringing collectors together in our corner of Nevada. The Northern Nevada Insulator Show & Sale returned to the Dayton Valley Community Center on June 13, drawing dealers, collectors, history