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Arizona was once home to silver and copper mines, outlaw gangs, famous lawmen, saloons and gunfights. Today you can recapture the spirit of the Old West in these Arizona towns.

A look at the publisher of the True West Magazine, Bob Boze Bell.

A short drive across southeastern Arizona yields a rich treasure of history and culture, despite the inevitable arrival of the new and modern.

To celebrate Christmas in Phoenix you have to be creative. There's no snow, of course. And besides that all the freeways are probably closed. You have to find alternative routes and alternative ideas. But it can be done.

In a land that leaves no more territory to be conquered, cultivating Frontier culture as a means of entertainment may appear futile. How should such efforts from 21st-century film and television be perceived?

Painted ladies. Soiled Doves. Women of the night. Red light ladies. Public women. Whatever they were called prostitutes are very much a part of the history of the Wild West. But what were their lives really like?

Many of the famous characters in the old west come from Illinois.

There can't be many lodgings which advertise nightly gun fights as a hotel amenity, but this is the wild West - more specifically, Cody, Wyoming. It's the town William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody put on the map.

10 more trivia questions for my fellow trivia nerds. This time we visit the "Wild West."

The Wild West is alive and well at Donley's Wild West Town in Union, Illinois. Hands on activities are geared toward the 12 year and younger set but there is plenty to entertain the whole family.

One of the most famous and infamous gamblers of the Wild West was a woman. Poker Alice was a British emigre who was raised as a genteel southern belle in America before becoming a cigar-smoking, cheater-shooting legend.

Jerome, Arizona is a restored old west town now populated by artists and old hippies. The Asylum restaurant is a romantic restaurant in the majestic Jerome Grand Hotel.

The artistry of a few tells the story of three short decades that saw the taming of the dangerous western frontier. Frederic Remington saw that the history was going to vanish forever unless someone recorded it.

A brief history of land transportation in the old west.

America has produced only one iconic image, the cowboy. Politicians are still slapping on chaps and riding horses in an attempt to look like Marshall Dillon.

Do you have a real attraction to the old, wild west? You can package a four year western escape and your college education together if a review of the University of Wyoming appeals to your educational needs and your wallet.

When dressing up is fun and educational

Need some ideas for entertaining the family during Rodeo Weekend? Here are some Old West themed activities your entire family will enjoy!

For a romantic date check out come of the restaurants in Phoenix, Arizona. Romantic restaurants are sprinkled throughout this spectacular city. Create the perfect romantic date with a combination of great food, beautiful décor, and wonderful music.

A team by team overview of the exciting National League West.

The National League West was the most competitive division in baseball last year. Who is going to come out on top this season?

Add a touch of the old west to your home with these decorating ideas.

West Virginia is one of the most beautiful states in America for site seeing and outdoor recreation.

The AFC West has three solid teams, and one that seems as though it no longer wants to win. In any event, NFL football should be exciting this season in the wild, wild AFC West.

In Indianapolis, Indiana a heroic teenager rescued tourists that were in a carriage pulled by a runaway horse in truly old west style.

An in-depth look at Dodge City, Kansas, once the "wickedest little city in America" and now a top tourism destination for families and fans of the Old West.

Golden's Buffalo Bill Days are a celebration of one of the icons of the Old West, and a visionary for the West's future. It's also a great party, Wednesday through Sunday at the end of July.

RV rentals in Arizona are a great means of travel that allows you to reconnect with the beautiful American landscape out West. Modern conveniences such as running water, bathrooms, and full sized appliances make RV rental the perfect way to travel.

Outlaws in the old west,including Jesse James

Old Fort Western, in Augusta, Maine, has a unique history among colonial period wooden forts. This history is displayed in three sections of Fort Western. The costumed guides, though perhaps not the best, add charm. A must for a pleasing family vacation.

This is a review of the Double JJ Resort in Michigan. The Double JJ is a western-themed resort offering activities such as golf, horseback riding, skiing and snow shoeing. In November of this year they plan to open an indoor waterpark.

Take an in-depth look at the main characters of "The Searchers" and "Unforgiven". A thorough analysis of both characters finds that although they may both be Western heroes they have little else in common…so much for the stereotypical "Old West".

Subscription is well balanced periodical. Plenty of rich photographs and informative monthly articles encourage others to use as gifts. Any West Virginia native would consider reading viewing each month.

A team-by-team preview of the AFC West, and how it looks to shake out over the 2006 NFL season.

A definite must-see for anyone who loves the Old West. Preserved for our enjoyment, still with wooden sidewalks, saloon girls, shoot-outs, and historic original buildings and artifacts. Travel back in time to the rough days of cowboys, saloons, and gold.

A new slogan means West Virginia will change.

In the good old days of the AFC West, it was old-fashioned 38-35 shootouts, gunslingers like Dan Fouts and John Elway, fans wearing ridiculous oversized orange cowboy hats and wideouts with names like Winslow and Smith. Man, have times changed.

The West Village is a charming neighborhood with historic old brownstone houses on tree lined streets. There are many restaurants to choose from with something for everyone

A study of three movies directed by Robert Redford. This is also a history of the man himself. Robert Redford is a man passionate about recording the history of the old west and passionate about preserving what we have taken for granted.

Whether you're writing cowboy books, or you just love the Old West, you'll enjoy this language guide to the old days.

At Stagecoach Stop USA at Irish Hills Michigan, you can see an old west shootout, be robbed on a trainride, and even get married in an authentic old chapel.

While moving West, American explorers began taking advantage of new natural resources and industrial technology to create a new world in North America.

An unforgettable legend of Old West history

Wild West World, a park a little more than 60 days old has closed and has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection from creditors.

Buffalo Bills Wild West Show had many different characters.

Poker Alice may have been the most famous female gambler of the Wild West, but Madame Mustache was the most infamous. She lied about her name, her chastity and her honesty. Oh yeah, and she had a mustache.

Cedar Point opens for business Saturday, May 12. The amusement park will be unveiling their newest rollercoaster Maverick, which will take riders back to the Old West.

Life in the old west was hard. Real hard. For everyone, not just the women. It was so hard, that we have myths about it. So difficult to survive, that it became the stuff of legends.

Film Critic Mike Massie got to sit down with LA Comedy Store Comedian Ahmed Ahmed, and discuss his newest film, Vince Vaughn's Wild West Comedy Show.

A birthday party with a western theme is a fun and easy party idea for children of many different ages. The Wild West offers plenty of decorating and activity ideas for a great birthday party.

A review of the prison and the surrounding area.

A film review of "Bandidas"

This article shares information on the latest rendition of "Ghost Hunters."

In the late 1880's the State of Colorado was populated mainly by gold and silver miner and railroad men. The women who had the most wealth in the state, at that time, were women who either made money by doing business with these men or married these men.

Find the best places to visit on a trip to southeastern Arizona.

The shootings have to stop

In 2005 Vince Vaughn decided to recreate a Rat Pack assemblage of improvised sketches and comedy sets involving some of the greatest talents from the L.A. Comedy Store.

AC Riddles: Can You Guess the AC Content Producer? "Here's a riddle for you to try. It's all about A-C. Catch the clues without a sigh, and shortly, you will see."

A Marine General says Iraq's volatile Anbar Province is ready to be handed over to Iraqi forces.

Tombstone, OK Corral, Cochise's Stronghold, Fort Bowie and old Fort Huachuca are names that carry with them a colorful history, something southern Arizonans rightfully share with pride.

DNA testing on evidence from the 14 year old West Memphis Three murder case has concluded without a positive match between genetic evidence and the three men convicted of the crime.

While vacations in these wild areas of the state have traditionally been marketed to men, today, many women are experiencing the wild for themselves on their own terms.

Wild Bill Hickok was one of the most colorful characters in the Wild West. He made a living as a gambler despite not being much good at it.

Spring, festivals and a taste of the old west. They all add up to great entertainment and a chance to get away from the rat race even if just for a weekend.

While it's difficult to say how many ghost towns there actually are in the West, this article gives some of the most popular and must-see ghost towns in the West.

How the Western Conference has come to dominate the NBA.

This is a review of the SpongeBob SquarePants special, "Pest of the West."

Thirty-one western tales by pulp writer Elmore Leonard.

Learn about affordable honeymoon options near Sierra Vista, Arizona.

Commodore Perry Owens was the hero in a bloody chapter of Arizona history, helping bring law and order to Holbrook, a tiny northeastern Arizona town known to be "too tough for women and churches."

Learn about the unique B&Bs in Wyoming.

A Cheyenne native takes an outsider's perspective on the rodeo known as "The Daddy of 'Em All." Widely known to fans of rodeo and country music, the event now boasts a more rounded schedule than ever.

Three books reveal the history of Jews in the American West from different perspectives.

The new CBS series, "Kid Nation" is a show like no other. Will it be a hit or a flop? This interesting new show has viewers curious, wondering what to expect next from these youthful pioneers.

Old Tucson Studios is a really cute place for the whole family to visit. Inexpensive, too!

Is consumption of Alaskan salmon healthy? In recent years I've heard both good and bad things, which I'll share in this review.

In the days of the Wild West, the enterprising writer set up a newspaper in town and sold advertising. Welcome to the New Wild West!

Sebastian has been on many late-show programs, but his recent role in Vince Vaughn Wild West Comedy Show (VVWWCS) has enabled Sebastian's star to grow.

With the recent releases of two modern westerns - 3:10 to Yuma and The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford - it's time for a look back at one of the greatest Westerns of all time.

A significant American Labor site where coal company guards and locals battled over the right to unionize.

Capturing the wild west of cowboys and heroes through film, all in one museum from our very own singing cowboy, Gene Autry.

For years I have thought there was nothing more ugly than a prickly pear cactus and then I started one from a single pad and this year it bloomed and produced fruit. Now there is beauty in those prickly pear cactuses.

Information on the Grave Creek Mound site and the local area.

A man near Cleveland has just opened up a BB shooting ranger for kids. If your under 21, you must be accompanied by your parent or guardian in order to enter.

A comparative analysis of Leone's masterpiece and Raimi's modern narrative.

Legendary drivers of the backroads in the late 1940's and early 1950's were the men that were to become NASCAR drivers as the "Stock Car Racing" circuit was organized at county and state fairs.

Colorado State Fair runs from August 24th through September 3. A combination of excitement, fun, and great food.

Thanksgiving. Phoenix. You. Family? Cacti. Palm Trees. Dry rivers. Dust. Road construction. The valley. Parks. Restaurants. Shops. Roads. So many to choose from. So few hours in Thanksgiving Day. What do you do? How do you make the most of those hours?

Many people fall in love with Tucson's sunsets, its mountain views and its laid-back way of life. Tucson attracts lovers of the outdoors, history, culture and much more.

Western Digital has brought plug and play technology to the external hard drive and it is truly plug and play. For a no frills but extremely easy to set up and use external hard drive the My Book Essentials external hard drive is the way to go.

Hot food is popular in Phoenix, Arizona. Inidan restaurants are a great source for spicy food where customers can control the heat! Check out these great local Phoenix Inidan restaurants and tell them to bring on the heat!

A Realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Scottsdale, Arizona discusses issues that may save you money when purchasing a home.

I review the top three hotels for potential guests in Flagstaff, Arizona.

This essay is a response to Lawrence Birken's, "What is Western Civilization?" The History Teacher 25, no. 4 (1992): 451-461.

For the third time this year, a customer at Arizona Charlie's Decatur has been the lucky winner of the $50,000 jackpot that is paid out as the top prize on the Zorro inter-linked progressive slot machine.

Having a laid-back western them wedding.

We see western fashion in more places now than just the dance halls. A look at both the staples of women's western fashion and the new trends.

Allowing your pet to receive medical care in the comfort of his or her own home is a great benefit to be gained by utilizing the services of a traveling veterinarian. Here is a guide to veterinary house calls in central and western Massachusetts.

Traditional Psoriasis medications are a trusted way to treat and live with Psoriasis. Western medicine has proven itself time and time again to be at the top of cutting edge technology. Traditional Western medication is successful and proven to work.

Western Montana is filled with water wonders that visitors and locals can enjoy.