More of this story Oct 29, 2009
They went to Virginia City, Bannock and that area of the State ... If you haven't seen Virginia City your education is not complete. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Guest opinion: Single-payer is best option Sep 3, 2009
Angela Mueller, RN, may be reached at P.O. Box 31 in Virginia City. Civil Dialogue. (Montana Standard, MT)
The sweetest thing Aug 30, 2009
Virginia City Creamery honored by National Geographic ... Virginia City ice cream shop is one of the sweetest in the nation, according to National Geographic ... The British company's 2009 "10 Best of Everything: Families, An Ultimate Guide for Travelers" named Virginia City Creamery as one of America's best. (Montana Standard, MT)
Night of tremors, terror: 1959 earthquake shakes mountainside loose Aug 17, 2009
The quake, with its epicenter about 9 miles north of Hebgen Lake, was felt as far away as Seattle and caused damage in West Yellowstone, Ennis and Virginia City. In Bozeman, bricks shook loose from Montana Hall on the Montana State College campus and chimney tops of homes along South Willson Avenue. (Montana Standard, MT)
Jarring memories of the 1959 Hebgen Dam quake Aug 15, 2009
The family had camped at Rock Creek Campground on Aug. 16, traveled the day of the quake to Virginia City, Mont. to sight-see, where they signed a guest book register, then returned to the campground, which was buried just before midnight in the slide. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Anti-vandalism meeting tonight Aug 4, 2009
VC arts center to host show VIRGINIA CITY The Elling House Arts and Humanities Center, 404 E Idaho St., Virginia City will host a retrospective show of paintings by the late Hilton Leech on Aug. 7-9. Leech, who died at age 63 in Virginia City, was a master watercolorist of national acclaim ... VC art show this weekend VIRGINIA CITY The annual Virginia City Art Show will be held Aug. 7-9. (Montana Standard, MT)
Lindeen works to open records in Polson Ponzi scheme allegations Jul 24, 2009
Lindeen is also asking that District Judge Loren Tucker in Virginia City be appointed a receiver to oversee the assets of Cornerstone Financial Corp. and the two men named in the case, Robert Congdon and Keith Kovick. A state administrative action against Cornerstone, Congdon and Kovick includes allegations of securities fraud and illegally operating a Ponzi scheme. (Missoulian, MT)
Missoula residents criticize historic preservation proposal Jul 22, 2009
Indeed, said Allan Mathews, the former historic preservation officer, Missoula lags behind the 2,300 historic districts in the nation, including ones in Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Helena, Livingston and Virginia City. Testimony continued at press time, and it was unclear if the planning board would make a recommendation late Tuesday night. (Missoulian, MT)
Man pleads not guilty to kidnapping Jul 22, 2009
Christopher "Scott" Clark entered his innocent plea Monday in Virginia City district court to felony kidnapping and misdemeanor counts of partner or family member assault and reckless driving. He remains free on 2,500 bond. (Montana Standard, MT)
What's happenin' Jul 18, 2009
The Virginia City Players and Brewery Follies perform almost nightly shows in Virginia City ... Virginia City is located 72 miles southeast of Butte ... The stagecoach from Virginia City arrives at 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. (Montana Standard, MT)
Bannack Days this weekend Jul 15, 2009
The stagecoach from Virginia City arrives at 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday ... "Road agent activity has been noted recently between Bannack and Virginia City. The vigilantes have issued notice that any one caught engaging in criminal activity will be the guest of honor at a necktie party." Visitors are invited to dress in period costumes to get into the spirit of things. (Montana Standard, MT)
Standard's ‘Festival City'site online Jul 5, 2009
VC sewer rates to be discussed Are the new sewer rates in Virginia City reasonable. The Montana Public Service Commission will gather information to help answer this question at a 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, meeting in the Virginia City Community Center. (Montana Standard, MT)
What's happending Sunday Jul 5, 2009
Dave Stamey, cowboy singer and songwriter, will perform at The Elling House Arts ities Center in Virginia City at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 5 ... The Virginia City Players and Brewery Follies perform almost nightly shows in Virginia City ... brewery- Virginia City is located 72 miles southeast of Butte. (Montana Standard, MT)
Tourism grant program good fit for southwest Montana Jun 24, 2009
1997, Virginia City, Hangman's building renovation, 60,000. Good projects all and we know there are scores more like them out there. (Montana Standard, MT)
Festival to spotlight storytellers Jun 22, 2009
More recently, the Montana Heritage Commission has included a liar's contest in some fundraisers in Virginia City. For details or any other information about the National Folk Festival on July 10-12, call 497-6464. (Montana Standard, MT)
Our readers speak: Architecture forum had economic impact Jun 16, 2009
The dollar figure does not include money spent on meals, venues, and services in other communities, but the VAF Conference also brought thousands of dollars in total income to businesses and organizations in Virginia City, Twin Bridges, Anaconda, Philipsburg, Deer Lodge, Bozeman and Helena. This does not count the intangible, but expectable, economic benefit from more than 200 visitors whose happy experience here will translate into exceptional word-of-mouth advertising and repeat visitation. (Montana Standard, MT)
Demolition denied Jun 4, 2009
Disclaimer wrote on Jun 3, 2009 10:11 AM:" There needs to be some consideration of what makes Butte a historic city in the first place, and the key word is "city": It's as much, or more, the many original buildings that still exists that many perceive as ugly shacks, than it is the specifically landmarked buildings. By the standard of so many comments, all of Virginia City should be leveled and replaced with a strip mall. It's a difficult issue because people think every building has to have a... (Montana Standard, MT)
Rocky takes key role May 31, 2009
Rocky Mountain College's Gerry Roe, pictured at left, is directing the summer season at the Virginia City Opera House ... VIRGINIA CITY This is the first year that Rocky Mountain College is in charge of the Virginia City Players ... But Gearld Roe, professor of theater at Rocky who is directing the company, is no stranger to Virginia City or the Players. (Montana Standard, MT)
Come to Virginia City's Victorian Ball this summer May 31, 2009
Dig out your best ball gown or Civil War uniform for the Grand Victorian Ball in Virginia City this summer. The Virginia City Preservation Alliance plans two Grand Ball weekends, June 19-20 and Aug. 21-22 ... At 4 p.m. the Friday of each weekend, a high tea will be held at the Bennett House in Virginia City. (Montana Standard, MT)
Alder Creek dam poised to fail May 22, 2009
Kids' fishing pond near Virginia City closed ... State officials are shutting down a kids' fishing pond just outside of Virginia City because a dam on Alder Creek just upstream is poised to fail. (Montana Standard, MT)
Helena hosting second Territorial Ball, new fair (1) May 15, 2009
Virginia City has one every year, said honorary Capt. Vince Pontillo, the stoic regimental adjutant for the 2nd Cavalry Association. Last year we thought it would be a great idea to hold one in Helena as the state capital. (Helena Independent Record)
Several options available for local recycling May 14, 2009
Ramsay Near post office Dillon Fairgrounds and at the Middle School, Sacajawea and Oregon Basin Transfer station Boulder Dump/transfer station, elementary school and courthouse annex Deer Lodge IGA Store Twin Bridges Landfill and container site, Bear Gulch Road Whitehall Container site, and IGA Store on west side of town Sheridan Two miles south of town; recycle newspaper at the high school Harrison One mile south on Pony Road Virginia City North of town on Highway 237 Warm Springs Montana State... (Montana Standard, MT)
Kidnapping ends with arrest May 13, 2009
Clark was arrested and taken to the Madison County jail in Virginia City. The woman was unharmed, Schenk said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Outlying counties vote, too May 5, 2009
The polls for schools throughout Madison County will be open from noon to 8 p.m. Polling places for districts throughout the county are: Twin Bridges High School, Sheridan Elementary School, Virginia City Community Center, Harrison School and Ennis High School. Polls will be open in Dillon at Parkview Middle School for the Beaverhead County High School and Dillon Elementary School election from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.. (Montana Standard, MT)
County hires preservation officer May 5, 2009
Virginia City man accepts job ... Butte-Silver Bow officials have hired a Virginia City man as the county's new historic preservation officer ... Seven finalists were interviewed, and Jarvis' background, working seven years as Virginia City's historic preservation officer, "was a degree of experience that nobody else had," Hess said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Annie Get Your Gun’ chock full of romance and famous songs Apr 28, 2009
Owen, a Montana native who played in Grandstreet s Urinetown, has performed with Missoula Children s Theatre and the Virginia City Players. She was looking for a small part a distraction. (Helena Independent Record)
Students, volunteer bringing trolley back to life Apr 19, 2009
They come from the same era, perhaps from the Great Falls fleet, and they ve been awaiting a new home for years, stored in a field near Virginia City. The Montana Heritage Commission happily donated them once they were discovered. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Boiling over - 'Tea party' protesters decry bailouts, spending in Missoula Apr 17, 2009
Ladybear wrote on Apr 16, 2009 2:49 PM:" Thank you to every protester in Helena, Bozeman, Missoula, Virginia City and across this nation. This is not an issue of Republican or Democrat. This is NOT something cooked up by Rush or Glenn Beck. This is people true American Patriots who realize that for decades this country has been heading in the wrong direction. That Government is growing and with the bail outs, and spending bills we have to say ENOUGH! It is saying we want our country and our... (Missoulian, MT)
AS THE PREY GOES Apr 2, 2009
Lions also were seen wandering through the streets of Ennis, Virginia City and Cascade. Most of those lions were shot due to the state s zero-tolerance policy for mountain lions that kill livestock, roam through towns or show no fear of people. (Helena Independent Record)
Madison County buys new house for offices Apr 1, 2009
Madison County commissioners recently bought the Lee House, pictured above, in Virginia City to house offices for the commissioners, planning staff and other departments ... County commissioners recently bought the "Lee House" in Virginia City to open up more space and consolidate the justice departments in the courthouse, said Dave Schulz, county commissioner. (Montana Standard, MT)
Southwest Montana Snapshots Mar 15, 2009
Virginia City hosts Chautauqua VIRGINIA CITY The Elling House Arts and Humanities Center in Virginia City will host the third Winter Chautauqua in the ballroom on Saturday, March 21. The fourth and final Chautauqua will be held April 18. (Montana Standard, MT)
Area librarians meeting in Butte Mar 6, 2009
Federation members include librarians and trustees Bozeman, Deer Lodge, Dillon, Anaconda, Drummond, Boulder, Whitehall, Helena, Livingston, Manhattan, Belgrade, Philipsburg, Sheridan and Virginia City. The Butte-Silver Bow Public Library is the conference's host. (Montana Standard, MT)
Shred the sled Mar 5, 2009
They spring from Virginia City, home of the Vigilante Snowmobilers, and Superior, where the Montana Night Riders dwell. There s the Cabinet Ridge Riders of Thompson Falls, the Cook City club from the Yellowstone area, and the Meager County Little Belters a reference to the Little Belt Mountains. (Helena Independent Record)
Residents voice concerns over Drumlummon Mine Mar 3, 2009
Roy Moen, who lives in Virginia City, bought up the mining rights in the area, and partnered with RX Exploration, which holds a small miners permit and an exploration license from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality. For almost a year, the company has taken samples from the mine, and theorizes it could find about 70,700 ounces of gold, plus 1. (Helena Independent Record)
Calamity Jane Mar 2, 2009
Her family immigrated to gold rush town of Virginia City, Montana via wagon train. Canary spent most of the journey engaged in such activities as hunting, riding and shooting. (Suite101.com)
One TV station turning off the analog Feb 17, 2009
And for viewers in the more rural areas like Boulder, Virginia City and Ennis, merely installing a converter box won't cut it. They'll need to monkey with antennas on their roofs. (Montana Standard, MT)
Area snapshots: Big Hole group sets meeting Feb 16, 2009
VIRGINIA CITY The El-ling House Arts and Humani-ties Center in Virginia City will host the second Winter Chautauqua in the intimate, historic ballroom on Feb. 21. The monthly event begins with a potluck at 6:30 p.m. and performances starting at 7:30 p.m.. (Montana Standard, MT)
