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Books for Women’s History Month

Far too often, the contributions women have made to society go unnoticed. Women’s History Month was established in 1980 by President Jimmy Carter, who said “the achievements, leadership, cou...

DATE: Mar 11, 2017 | CATEGORY: Books

James Cameron says ‘Avatar’ sequel not coming in 2018

NEW YORK – Another year, another “Avatar” postponement. James Cameron says the sequel to his science-fiction epic will not be released next year. “2018 is not happening,” Cameron ...

DATE: Mar 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

Bridges of Madison County author Robert James Waller dies

NEW YORK – Robert James Waller, whose best-selling, bittersweet 1992 romance novel The Bridges of Madison County was turned into a movie starring Meryl Streep and Clint Eastwood and later in...

DATE: Mar 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Books

KDUR to hold its Furniture As Art Auction

Fundraiser a community event

DATE: Mar 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Durango Blues Train announces June lineup

Even though we’re still in March, now’s a good time to start planning what you’re going to do this summer – especially if those plans include the Durango Blues Train, which sells out faster ...

DATE: Mar 9, 2017 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Durango High School Troupe 1096 opens ‘Drop Dead’

Rare is the time I get to leave the office in the middle of the afternoon to go see something that is almost certain to make me laugh, but that’s exactly what happened Tuesday. ...

DATE: Mar 9, 2017 | CATEGORY: Performing Arts

Arts Calendar

Friday Durango Celtic Festival, 4 p.m., Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave., 375-7160. Andy Janowsky, 5:30-10 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., 247-4431. ...

DATE: Mar 9, 2017 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Tenth annual Durango Bach Festival begins Sunday

The annual Durango Bach Festival starts this weekend and not a minute too soon. Spring may be around the corner, but we’re gasping for air in a politically contentious season. A ...

DATE: Mar 8, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

Movies playing in Durango March 10-16

Animas City Theatre (128 E. College Drive, 799-2281, www.animascitytheatre.com) Jackie (128 E. College Drive, 799-2281, www.animascitytheatre.com)A portrait of one of the most impor...

DATE: Mar 7, 2017 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

Harry Potter play gets 11 Olivier Awards nominations

LONDON – Magical adventure “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” leads the race for British theater’s Olivier Awards , with nominations in 11 categories including best new play. Jam...

DATE: Mar 7, 2017 | CATEGORY: Performing Arts

Is Richard Simmons missing? Or is he just dearly missed?

LOS ANGELES - Richard Simmons is gone. His fitness studio in Beverly Hills is shuttered. On its stoop is a sun-bleached edition of the Beverly Hills Courier from January. Inside i...

DATE: Mar 7, 2017 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

‘Logan’ is the Wolverine movie Hugh Jackman always deserved

Few superhero performances are as beloved as Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, which helped give birth to this current era of superhero movies back in 2000’s “X-Men.” But Jackman hasn’t had as much ...

DATE: Mar 7, 2017 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

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.