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War hero, Olympian Louis Zamperini dies at 97

Runner’s life was the subject of best-seller ‘Unbroken’

DATE: Jul 3, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Poet offers literary feast in A Moveable Famine

In an autobiographical novel, which parts are fiction and which are fact? Only the author knows for sure. But when such a work is as entertaining as John Skoyles’ “A Moveable Famine,” it har...

DATE: Jun 30, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Book Buzz: ‘The Silkworm’ lands at No. 4 on list

J.K. Rowling’s new novel for grown-ups, The Silkworm, written under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, lands on USA TODAY’s Best-Selling Books;http://www.usatoday.com/life/books/best-selling/ l...

DATE: Jun 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Murder, mystery in the Napa vineyards

Cortez author will kick off book tour with reading at Maria’s

DATE: Jun 23, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Johnson’s Any Other Name a solid, compelling read

Release of his latest book coincides with acclaimed cable TV series, ‘Longmire’

DATE: Jun 23, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Mr. Mercedes is classic Stephen King novel

“Mr. Mercedes” (Scribner), by Stephen King “Mr. Mercedes” is classic Stephen King. Creepy, yet realistic characters that get under your skin and stay there, a compelling story tha...

DATE: Jun 17, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Debut novel by Lisa Howorth is a Southern mosaic

“Flying Shoes” (Bloomsbury) by Lisa Howorth There are many good reasons to read and enjoy “Flying Shoes.” For one, it is the debut novel of Lisa Howorth, a much revered...

DATE: Jun 16, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Disturbed young man all too familiar in ‘Fathers’

Dave Eggers’ new novel takes place entirely in the barracks of an abandoned military base on California’s Monterey coast. His troubled 30-something protagonist, Thomas, has tased, chloroform...

DATE: Jun 16, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Eric Hill, children’s author/illustrator, dead at 86

Eric Hill, author and illustrator of the simple but beloved picture books about a mischievous puppy named Spot, has died at his home in California. He was 86. In announcing Hill’s...

DATE: Jun 11, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Book Buzz: J.K. Rowling donates big to keep Scotland in U.K.

J.K. Rowling is making waves in the Muggle world. The author just announced that she is making a big donation to Better Together, a campaign against Scottish independence. ...

DATE: Jun 11, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Bill Watterson of ‘Calvin and Hobbes’ returns to print

The “Bigfoot” of cartooning is back — sort of. Bill Watterson drew the syndicated and über-popular Calvin and Hobbes for 10 years before shutting it down in 1995. The strip follow...

DATE: Jun 9, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Book buzz: ‘Caged Bird’ sales soar after Angelou’s death

Memoir hits No. 4 on USA TODAY’s best seller list

DATE: Jun 5, 2014 | CATEGORY: Books

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

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.