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Percussion studies plus: Recital series concludes with unusual chamber program

“Very listenable.” “Audience friendly.” Percussionist John O’Neal used these phrases to describe the final program in the Unitarian Recital Series on Friday (May 20). Rescheduled from Februa...

DATE: May 20, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Rob Reiner talks about ‘Spinal Tap’ sequel

CANNES, France – One of the most memorable lines – and Rob Reiner’s personal favorite – of “This Is Spinal Tap” goes: “There’s a fine line between stupid and clever.” You could say the sam...

DATE: May 19, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Ukraine favorite to win Eurovision Song Contest amid war

TURIN, Italy – Against the backdrop of a war in Europe, the hugely popular Eurovision Song Contest reaches its flamboyant climax Saturday night as 25 bands perform in front of a live audienc...

DATE: May 14, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Mickey Gilley, who helped inspire ‘Urban Cowboy,’ dies at 86

NEW YORK – Country star Mickey Gilley, whose namesake Texas honky-tonk inspired the 1980 film “Urban Cowboy” and a nationwide wave of Western-themed nightspots, has died. He was 86. Gilley d...

DATE: May 7, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

After two years, Durango Choral Society hosts Cabaret

Performance a fundraiser for DCS

DATE: May 5, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Dolly Parton, Eminem, Richie get into Rock Hall of Fame

Eminem, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, Eurythmics, Duran Duran and Pat Benatar have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a list that also includes Dolly Parton, who initially resist...

DATE: May 4, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

The B-52s to launch a U.S. farewell tour this summer

NEW YORK – The quirky dance-pop outfit The B-52s are hitting the road one last time for a final tour this summer. “No one likes to throw a party more than we do, but after almost a half-cent...

DATE: Apr 27, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Music times three on Sunday

An unexpected April festival

DATE: Apr 23, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Photo: Durango Bluegrass Meltdown is back

DATE: Apr 22, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Bluegrass Meltdown returns after two years away

Festival takes over town this weekend

DATE: Apr 21, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Jack White marries musician Olivia Jean at Detroit show

DETROIT – Jack White surprised fans by marrying musician Olivia Jean on stage during his Detroit homecoming show Friday. The Detroit-born singer, songwriter and producer invited Jean onstage...

DATE: Apr 9, 2022 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Singer-songwriter Sarah Jarosz hits the road

Multiple Grammy winner will be in Durango on Wednesday

DATE: Apr 8, 2022 | CATEGORY: Music

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.