The Comstock Chronicle is expanding coverage across our historic region — from Virginia City and the Dayton area to Silver Springs and surrounding communities. We’re seeking local writers, photographers, and community contributors who share our passion for storytelling and preserving the unique character of Northern Nevada. Whether you’d like
Storey County
Written by Mike Navin, Dayton Knights of Columbus Grand Knight Today, 18% of American children and 14% of Canadian children live in poverty. As a result, many families cannot afford to provide even the basic necessity of a warm winter coat. Putting their faith into action, Knights of Columbus councils
Dayton
After we moved here in the early 1990s our family used to go every year to Virginia City for lots of events, including summer programs for the kids, fireworks, and their annual ghost walk. I loved the fact that the latter event included the cemetery—I love old cemeteries. After
Lyon County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 20, 2025 Yerington, Nevada – Lyon County is developing a comprehensive Water Resource Plan to help protect and manage one of our most valuable resources — water. The plan will guide long-term strategies for sustainable water use, infrastructure, and resource protection across the county. Community input is vital
News
****PRESS RELEASE**** STOREY COUNTY, NV –In May 2025, Storey County Sheriff’s Office detectives were alerted to a significant fraud case in the Virginia City Highlands. After about a month of contact with the suspects, the victim reported “FBI Agents” had come to her residence over the course of several
Tours/Events
Event features specialty cocktails, sweet pairings and scavenger hunt through historic saloons Virginia City, Nev. – Virginia City hosts the Spirits Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 1-5 p.m., offering 21 or older participants a tasting tour through the town’s historic saloons and merchants.
Columnists
Tours/Events
On Thursday, Oct. 16, community members filled every nook and cranny of Dayton Pack and Post to help business owners Hazel and Shane Koch celebrate their official grand opening. “If it wasn’t for the small businesses and people that care about this community, we wouldn’t be growing and
Lyon County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2025 Silver Springs, NV – On October 17, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office was informed of a threat made by a student to bring a firearm to Silver Stage High School for the purpose of using it against
Arts & Culture
Step inside one of the Comstock’s most remarkable landmarks from anywhere in the world. Through the creative work of Howard Goldbaum, in cooperation with the University of Nevada, Reno, and featured on All Around Nevada, a stunning virtual reality tour of the Donovan Mill is now available. This immersive
Arts & Culture
Provided by Friends of Sutro Tunnel Charity – Nevada Day stands as one of the Silver State’s proudest traditions — a celebration of heritage, resilience, and community that traces its roots back more than nine decades. With the Nevada Day Parade celebrating 161 years of Statehood on Saturday, November 1, 2025,