Formerly known as Culverwell and Calientes, the city of Caliente is in Lincoln County, Nevada. The city’s name originated from a nearby hot springs, as its name means hot in Spanish. The area was originally settled in the early 1860s by Ike and Dow Barton, both slaves who had escaped from Arkansas. In the early 1870s, the area became known as Dutch Flat, consisting mostly of the Jackson Ranch. In 1874, Charles and William Culverwell bought the ranch and named it Culverwell Ranch, which was later shortened to Culverwell. At the turn of the century, it became known as Calientes but when its post office was established in 1901, postal officials dropped the s from its name. At its height, the city had a population of over five thousand. The Wester novelist, Zane Grey, wrote much of his work in Caliente.
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A profile and history of the Nevada city is presented on the official municipal site, along with general information about the area, its governmental structure and services, departmental contacts, agendas and minutes of city council meetings, and access to various forms and documents.
http://www.cityofcaliente.com/
Dr. Joshua Terry provides optometry services at its offices in Caliente, Nevada. Direction and a map are available, along with an overview of its eye-care services, insurance policies, payment options, learning center, and client testimonials. New patients may sign up through the site.
http://www.invisionec.com/
The state-wide full-service law firm has its offices in Caliente, Nevada, offering legal services for bankruptcy, criminal defense, divorce, personal injury, accidents, and other legal specialities. Its location, office hours, and contacts are posted.
http://mycalientelawyer.com/
Locally owned and operated, the motel is one of only three in Caliente, Nevada. Its location, rooms and services are highlighted, and a gallery of photographs are available. Contact information is posted and rooms may be reserved through the site.
http://www.mullsmidwaymotelnevada.com/
Family owned and operated, the motel is located in Caliente, near Cathedral Gorge and several Nevada parks. Its rooms and amenities, area attractions, and contacts are posted to the site, and reservations may be made online.
http://www.shadymotel.net/
