Ghost towns hold a special fascination for many of us. It's not just the weathered wooden buildings, but the stories that rose from the dust in these once-thriving communities. One such story is that of Bannack, MT, a ghost town where a man named Henry Plummer became a notorious Wild West figure whose final days were shrouded in mystery and legend.Bannack, MT — A … [Read more...] about Lawman or Outlaw? Bannack’s Ghost Town Story
Ghost Town Stories
A Tale of Goldfield’s Ghostly Rise and Fall
I’ve watched this town through its every incarnation. Goldfield, my Goldfield, once filled with life and promise, became a ghost with a story forgotten. But then, it came back to life, unlike me. I’m still here, bound to my saloon—a building that has seen more laughter, heartbreak, and ghosts than most places care to reckon with. My name’s Lilah McBride, of McBride’s Saloon. No … [Read more...] about A Tale of Goldfield’s Ghostly Rise and Fall
The Stark Family Heirloom Heist
After writing two dozen mysteries, I’ve had plenty of practice pretending to be a journalist. So, I decided to capture what St. Elmo, Colorado, was like before it became a ghost town. And so, what's one more news story? The story and characters are fiction, but the newspaper and the places are real. Grab your coffee; this mining town’s "breaking news" is about to get … [Read more...] about The Stark Family Heirloom Heist
Ghost Town Stories – What if Bodie Could Talk?
I was born in a rush, my hills hiding treasures that sparkled under the surface. They called it gold, but to me, it was a gift that brought life and purpose. My name is Bodie CA—I am a ghost town, and I have a story to share—not the one from the history books, but the memories I’ve held onto in my quiet streets and weathered buildings. Come closer, and let me tell you about the … [Read more...] about Ghost Town Stories – What if Bodie Could Talk?