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Results 1 - 20 of 355 in Virginia City, NV

  1. Scene and be SeenRead the original story

    20 hrs ago | Reno Gazette-Journal

    ... a 2009 inductee into the Nevada Writers Hall of Fame. The second inductee was The Sagebrush School, a group of Virginia City writers who worked during the time of the Comstock Lode. The Hall of Fame presented its Silver Pen award, given to writers ...

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  2. Several items okayed by historic commissionRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | Mason Valley News

    ... lanned at 145 U.S. 50 East for the planned Dotty's Casino. The commission meets monthly at its headquarters in Virginia City at 20 North E St., Virginia City.

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  3. speaking volumes Mark Twain's classic works remain vitalRead the original story

    Friday | Bradenton Herald

    ... publishing under the pen name Mark Twain in 1863 while working for the Territorial Enterprise, a newspaper in Virginia City, Nev. The name Mark Twain came from a term in river boating meaning two fathoms, or 12 feet, a safe depth for the boats. ...

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  4. Still plenty of chain and snow tire requirements in the Sierra and western NevadaRead the original story

    Saturday | Reno Gazette-Journal

    ... of Washoe Valley. Nevada and California 28 around Lake Tahoe The Mount Rose Highway. Nevada 341 and 342 to Virginia City. California 267 between Interstate 80 and Kings Beach U.S. 95 Alternate between 11 miles north of Schurz and 8 miles south ...

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  5. Winter storm: updated highway conditionsRead the original story

    Friday | Mason Valley News

    ... 89 at Picketts Junction. Nevada 341: - Snow tires or chains required for 8.3 miles between 0.2 miles north of Virginia City and 4.7 miles south of Junction U.S. 395-Bottom of Geiger Grade. Nevada 431: - Snow tires or chains required for 9.4 miles ...

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  6. Sierra Nevada Guitar performs concertsRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | Mason Valley News

    The Sierra Nevada Guitar Society puts on holiday concerts at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at Pipers Opera House, 1 B St., Virginia City; and at 7:30 p.m. Dec.

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  7. Smith Valley native shares collection with communityRead the original story

    Friday Nov 20 | Mason Valley News

    ... reminiscent of the old west. Reliving history herself, Margaret said the building was originally moved from Virginia City around 1892-1894. It was located on the Beaman homestead where the Rupe ranch is presently. When Margaret was about 14, the ...

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  8. Pine Nuts: Giving thanks to America with a special nod to NevadaRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 26 | North Lake Tahoe Bonanza

    ... into Emerald Bay each day, and Don Harton is hosting noble tours of the Territorial Enterprise Building in Virginia City, where Mark Twain discovered his literary lodestone. Which reminds me, a Thanksgiving salutation would not be complete without a ...

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  9. V&T Railway makes special holiday runsRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 26 | Nevada Appeal

    ... and Christmas, Nov. 27 through Dec. 19. "Train rides to celebrate family and the season in Carson City and Virginia City will make this holiday one to remember," said Candy Duncan, executive director of the Carson City Convention & Visitors Bureau. ...

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  10. Sierra Lutheran wins Academic Olympic titleRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 26 | The Record-Courier

    ... where they encountered the other schools who distinguished themselves as the "best of the best" - Tonopah and Virginia City high schools. The 30-minute championship round is a pressure-filled, winner-take-all competition for the state title. Sierra ...

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  11. There's lots happening in-and around StagecoachRead the original story

    Wednesday Nov 25 | Reno Gazette-Journal

    ... Hotel on Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Be sure to attend. Lacy J. Dalton will be performing at Pipers Opera House in Virginia City on Nov. 28. She puts on a great show -- another one you don't want to miss. Betty Retzer is a member of the Stagecoach Advisory ...

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  12. Scene and be SeenRead the original story

    Sunday Nov 22 | Reno Gazette-Journal

    ... a 2009 inductee into the Nevada Writers Hall of Fame. The second inductee was the Sagebrush School, a group of Virginia City writers who worked during the time of the Comstock Lode. The Hall of Fame presented its Silver Pen award, given to writers ...

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  13. Snowy highways call for extra cautionRead the original story

    Saturday Nov 21 | The Record-Courier

    ... and snow, with over 37,000 person hours spent last year removing snow on Reno/Sparks, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Virginia City and Gardnerville state roads. As we clear the roads, your fellow drivers depend on you to help keep those roads safe. Please ...

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  14. Matters to Contemplate: Hats off to VC for saluting America's veteransRead the original story

    Friday Nov 20 | Mason Valley News

    Accolades to organizers of the Virginia City Veteran's Day Parade held November 11th annually at the 11th hour of the 11th month of the year in honor of the signing of the armistice ending World War I. Besides saluting America's Vets during the parade, veterans were also guests at the free luncheon spaghetti feed held at the VC Senior Center, being ...

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  15. Smith Valley native shares collection with communityRead the original story

    Friday Nov 20 | Mason Valley News

    ... reminiscent of the old west. Reliving history herself, Margaret said the building was originally moved from Virginia City around 1892-1894. It was located on the Beaman homestead where the Rupe ranch is presently. When Margaret was about 14, the ...

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    Related Topix: Wellington, NV, Smith Valley, NV, Reno, NV, Lyon County, NV, Yerington, NV

  16. Out of Town entertainmentRead the original story

    Thursday Nov 19 | Lahonton Valley News

    Lacy J. Dalton The Lacy J. Dalton concert oN Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m., will benefit Virginia City's Piper's Opera House, a nonprofit dear to Lacy's heart.

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  17. Outhouses are No. 1 in Nevada town's raceRead the original story w/Photo

    Oct 25, 2009 | Los Angeles Times

    You can't say Virginia City lacks a sense of humor: Its unofficial mascot is a local man who, in homage to 19th century prospectors, goes about as a long-john-wearing, scraggly-bearded character named StinkE.

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  18. Wyclef Mounts Spider-ManRead the original story

    Wednesday Nov 18 | TMZ.com

    ... 10. Take exit 15 to merge onto US-395 S toward Carson City 10.1 mi 11. Exit onto US-395 S/S Virginia St toward Virginia City/Carson City/So Lake Tahoe Continue to follow US-395 S 17.7 mi 12. Slight right at N Carson St/US-395 BUS S 2.9 mi 13. ...

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  19. Trails in Virginia: For recreation, security, and transportationRead the original story

    Wednesday Nov 18 | The Free Lance-Star

    ... the concept to planners in Fairfax and to state legislators. (The series can be purchased via Video Velocity, Virginia City, Nev.) Unless multi-use trails are part of a comprehensive master plan, once the land is developed the opportunity is gone. ...

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  20. Calendar of EventsRead the original story

    Wednesday Nov 18 | Reno Gazette-Journal

    ... When: Drop-off your stuffed shoebox between 4-7 p.m. Where: Comstock Community Church, 465 S. 'C' Street, Virginia City. Cost: Please include $7 with your box to help with shipping costs. Details: Karie at 775-291-7752 or karie.dayton@yahoo.com. ...

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