Young competitors from across the country gathered in Tombstone to test their knowledge of western heritage and sharpshooting ...

Lonesome Dove remains one of the greatest Old West novels (and movies) of all time. But did you know that real-life people ...

When: Friday, Aug. 5, through Sunday, Aug. 7. Where: Leadville. Cost: Most activities are free to spectate More information: Visit http://www.leadvilleboomdays.com ...

The local chapter of a national organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating Western history is celebrating its 60th anniversary today. The Tucson Corral of the Westerners will hold a gala ...

On the night of July 14th, 1881, Sheriff Pat Garrett killed Billy the Kid. In doing so he not only helped create a legend, ...

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Backcountry runners are embracing the physical and emotional challenge of racing with pack burros that don’t always move at their pace. Burro races honor Old West history and ...

TOLEDO, Ohio — After sitting vacant for a decade, a historic former church in Toledo’s Old West End may soon be revitalized, thanks to a community-driven effort to find a new use for the storied ...

It took eight long years, but Tombstone finally blasted its way onto True West Magazine’s Top 10 True Western Towns for 2014. Tombstone comes in at No. 9, while Dodge City, Kan., takes the top spot.

With Westerns all the rage these days, there's no shortage of Old West-inspired content out there. These historical period dramas are often among Hollywood's most compelling narratives, and those ...