Tourism officials showcase resurrected railroad Nov 13, 2009
In the 19th Century, Virginia City was the settlement between Denver and San Francisco ... The $40 million dollars behind the restoration project brought back to life the Virginia City to Carson City railroad route. (KRNV.com, NV)
Camel Racing: Wusses Need Not Apply Oct 12, 2009
The International Camel Stakes in Virginia City, Nevada ... Virginia City became a wild west mining boomtown ... In 1959, a local newspaper published a fictional account of Virginia City's camel races. (CBS News)
Honest skeptics Sep 23, 2009
In 2007, Brian, Nicole and their three children took a trip to Nevada, staying at the Gold Hill and Silver Queen hotels near Virginia City. Brian claimed he heard a little boy's greeting and smelled cigar smoke that he said was only produced by late 19th century tobacco. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Health District Offers Flu Shots Sep 11, 2009
September 24 Sam's Town Hotel & Casino, 10 a.m. - noon Location: Virginia City Room ... September 24 Sam's Town Hotel & Casino, 10 a.m. - noon Location: Virginia City Room. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for August 11 Aug 11, 2009
America's first silver mine opened on this date in 1860 in Virginia City, Nevada. The year before, gold had been discovered at the famous Comstock Lode. (PR Newswire)
I-Team: Goldfield to Join National Park Ranks? Jul 22, 2009
"At its height, it was as big and thriving as Virginia City. Think about that -- 30,000 people," said Senator Reid. Reid hoped the NPS might take a liking to Goldfield, but he had no idea the feds would flip for the old town. (KLAS-TV)
Fun Day Trips From Lake Tahoe For K... Jul 19, 2009
Family Fun At Virginia City, Nevada. Mosey on over to the quaint Old West town of Virginia City where wooden sidewalks still exist. (Suite101.com)
Fun Things To Do In Lake Tahoe With... Jul 16, 2009
About 40 miles from Lake Tahoe lies the old west town of Virginia City. Families can take a trolley tour around town, ride a train, pan for gold, catch an Old West show and visit the city's museums. (Suite101.com)
Fun Things To Do In Virginia City W... Jul 15, 2009
Fun Things To Do In Virginia City With Kids. Fun Things To Do In Virginia City With Kids ... Virginia City, Nevada takes guests back in time to the days of the Old West. (Suite101.com)
Caption Contest Winner: Photo Op Jul 10, 2009
This caption submitted by Ray Robbins Virginia City, Nevada. stood out to each of our judges. (Human Events Online)
Ghosts of Virginia City Jul 4, 2009
Virginia City, Nevada is home to numerous ghosts and hauntings. Virginia City sprang up in 1859 ... During its heyday as a prosperous mining community, Virginia City was home to over 30,000 residents. (Suite101.com)
4th of July fireworks, events planned across the Sierra Jul 2, 2009
Virginia City will stage an all day 4th of July party throughout town. The annual parade will start at noon and fireworks are scheduled for after dark. (KRNV.com, NV)
Southwest Montana Snapshots Jun 27, 2009
Gypsy arcade opens today VIRGINIA CITY A grand opening of the Gypsy Arcade display begins at 1 p.m. Saturday in Virginia City ... The Gypsy Arcade is located on Wallace Street (Highway 287) in downtown Virginia City, across from the Fairweather Inn. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Kids' Summer Camps Jun 5, 2009
Aug. 2-8 Hands-On Kids History Camp, Nevada City, Virginia City, ages 11-15, will live life of 1863 Montana pioneers with workshops that include blacksmithing, prospecting, chores, music machines, living history interpretation, geology, archaeology and more ... Mining July 20-24, mining history, gold panning, field trips to Bannack and Virginia City, guest speaker (gold panner). (Montana Standard, MT)
Virginia City Players: Celebrating 60 years May 31, 2009
When Ben Tone showed up for his second season as lead actor with the Virginia City Players in 1950, he was called on to do more than just act ... Still lean and lanky with a mane of silvery hair, Tone, 88, talked about being among the first cast members of the Virginia City Players when it was created 60 years ago this summer ... The company took root in 1948 when Larry Barsness, "a wonderful singer," and his wife, Dori, came to Virginia City, Tone said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Storied Nevada hotel for sale Apr 11, 2009
The lodge near Virginia City has a history dating to the early 1860s. Owners are asking $2. (KRNV.com, NV)
Lawmakers seek funds to keep Nevada museums open Mar 27, 2009
The just-renovated East Ely Railroad Depot Museum and Comstock History Center in Virginia City would be closed, the staff of the Nevada Historical Society would be cut and other museums would be open only four days per week. A $7. (KLAS-TV)
A taste of the Wild West, for those who can stomach it Mar 18, 2009
Fritz Rubins, a judge at the International Comstock Mountain Oyster Fry in Virginia City, Nevada, where the main ingredient is testicles of gelded calves and lambs ... Known as the freewheeling saloon town on the long-running television series "Bonanza," Virginia City sprang up from the silver riches of the nearby Comstock lode and has gone through booms and busts ... He described Virginia City as a place that had attracted nonconformists who came to "live out their cowboy outlaw fantasies.". (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Credit Suisse Lending Bust With Resorts Widens From Beverly Hills to Idaho Mar 6, 2009
5 million settlement, according to a filing by LeMond in Montana state court in Virginia City. The generous distributions didnt matter to investors who bought the Credit Suisse loans because real estate prices were going up, and as long as they did, there would be enough collateral to back up the loans, Snider says. (Bloomberg)
Group fights funds for Twain church Mar 2, 2009
At the time, Twain was a reporter for the Territorial Enterprise in nearby Virginia City. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Made in Nevada Items Make Great Sou... Feb 27, 2009
In Virginia City, Grandma s Fudge has been producing 23 flavors (from chocolate peanut butter to white chocolate walnut) as well has hand-dipped chocolates and other delights for 42 years ... Items made by Argenta Earth & Fire Company pottery in Virginia City rank high among local crafts ... Also in Virginia City, artisan, David Abel makes custom gold and silver jewelry in a restored 1875 Victorian (for appointments, phone 775-847-7575). (Suite101.com)
Thief helps get headstone back to Nevada cemetery Feb 24, 2009
The returned headstone was for Mary A.L. Neville, who died April 14, 1872 at the age of 33 during a mining boom around Virginia City ... Historians say they pinpointed the site Friday in the Gold Hill Cemetery 25 miles southeast of Reno using photographs the unidentified crook-turned-do-gooder dropped off last month on thedoorstep of the Comstock History Center in nearby Virginia City ... The marker itself was abandoned outside the courthouse in Virginia City in 1989 and had been in storage... (KRNV.com, NV)
Photos help find original spot of stolen headstone Feb 21, 2009
The marker itself was abandoned outside the courthouse in nearby Virginia City in 1989 and had been in storage since the photos surfaced. The cemetery is about 25 miles southeast of Reno. (Anchorage Daily News)
Museum director hopes to kee00004000p Ely Depot open Feb 13, 2009
That proposal includes closing the newly renovated museum in Ely and another in Virginia City. Information from: Ely Times. (KLAS-TV)
Nevada church that Mark Twain helped build gets money Feb 9, 2009
At the time, Twain was a reporter for the Territorial Enterprise in nearby Virginia City. His brother, Orion Clemens, was a church member and secretary of the Nevada Territory. (KLAS-TV)
Reeder’s Alley update Feb 8, 2009
Reeder s Alley has for nearly a decade been owned by the state of Montana and managed by the Montana Heritage Commission, which also manages historic Virginia City and Nevada City. Heritage Commission Director Paul Reichert said the current mix of tenants, including some modest retail along with a handful of professional and nonprofit offices and two restaurants Karmadillos Southwestern Cafe and the Caretakers Cabin is working well. (Helena Independent Record)
