Tours/Events
VC Mother's Day Flower Crawl
Celebrate mom with a memorable day in Virginia City
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Tours/Events
Blacksmith Program at Donovan Mill
Donovan Mill Blacksmith Program: Introductory Smithing Class Comstock Foundation for History & Culture Classes scheduled once per month through September Where: Donovan Mill, 900 Main St., Silver City, NV (Hwy 342) Starting April 25, 2026, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $100 per person, materials and tools supplied
Tours/Events
New Misfits Performance This May
Guest Contributor: Misfits President Lisa Paul The Misfits Theater Group is bringing laughter, mystery, and plenty of puns to the stage with its upcoming melodrama, The Pony Expresso, or The Villain Came to a Grinding Halt. Set in a struggling coffee shop, the story follows Star Bright and her Aunt
Columnists
San Francisco Misplacing Its Footing
Some cities rise by industry, some fall by misfortune, and then there is San Francisco, which appears to be doing both at once out of sheer originality. The latest from NASA, which watches us from above like a patient landlord, is that San Francisco is sinking faster than it previously
Government
Lyon County Citizen Advisory Board Openings
via Lyon County Lyon County is currently seeking community members to serve on several advisory boards. This is a great opportunity to have a voice in local decisions and help shape the future of our communities! Open Positions Include: • Central Lyon County Park & Recreation Board • Debt Management Commission • Mound
Storey County
Donation Helps Safeguard K9 Chino
Today (April 13), K9 Chino was presented with a ballistic vest generously donated by Battle Born Offroad Club that was funded by Jiffy Lube and Elite Truck. We cannot express our gratitude to all the organizations involved to make this happen. Our K9’s are exposed to the same potential
News
Boil Water Notice Issued for Silver City, Nevada
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 16, 2026 Silver City, Nev. — A boil water notice has been issued for all residents of Silver City until further notice. During this time, residents should boil all water used for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, and food preparation. Bringing water to a rolling boil for at
Tours/Events
The Renegade Orchestra Performs at Piper’s Opera House on April 25
The Renegade Orchestra describes itself as, “The Beauty of a Symphony, the Soul of a Rock Band,” and at the Piper’s Opera House on April 25 they plan to present their dynamic show of rock covers and more, all performed by an orchestra with an added rock band rhythm
Tours/Events
Events & Entertainment: Updated April 13
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 Apr 18: Dayton Silver Squares Anniversary dance day, pre-rounds start at 3pm May 2: Annual Dust Devils Golf Tournament Fundraiser, Eagle Valley Golf Course Every
Columnists
Virginia City’s Brave 5K Experiment
Virginia City, that proud little patch of dirt that has somehow survived history’s attempts to forget it, has decided to add a new form of public spectacle: the kilted 5K. Yes, you read that right. A race in which grown adults dash, sprint, or occasionally hobble through the streets
Silver Springs
Lyon County Responds to 5.7 Earthquake Near Silver Springs
Silver Springs, Nevada –At approximately 6:29 p.m. on April 13, a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck near Silver Springs, Nevada just southeast of Lahontan Reservoir. Initial reports indicate that there are no significant damages or injuries at this time. Lyon County Emergency Management immediately activated coordination efforts with
Virginia City
Plan Ahead: C Street Closures for the 55th Annual Grand Prix
The season of C Street closures is upon us – if you're planning to be in Virginia City on the weekends, know what events are happening before you go so you can plan your day and parking accordingly. Per Storey County: C Street will be closed from Sutton to