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Pioneering psychedelic rocker Roky Erickson dies at 71

NEW YORK – Roky Erickson, the blue-eyed, dark-haired Texan who headed the Austin-based 13th Floor Elevators, a pioneering psychedelic rock band in the 1960s that scored with “You’re Gonna Mi...

DATE: Jun 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

Durango Women’s Choir to take the stage with Santa Fe singers

Members of the Durango Women’s Choir and Durango Choral Society have a busy week ahead of them. On Sunday, the 17-member Women’s Choir will team up with the 17-member Santa Fe Wom...

DATE: Jun 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

Kenny Rogers admitted to hospital, treated for dehydration

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Entertainer Kenny Rogers has been admitted to a Georgia hospital for dehydration, according to his official Twitter account. A statement posted Friday said he w...

DATE: May 31, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

Local musician Alex Blocker releases new video

Local musician Alex Blocker has released his latest music video, “Makes Me Wonder II,” the second video off his latest album, “Heartbreak Radio.” He also has a show scheduled for...

DATE: May 30, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

Leon Redbone, acclaimed 1970s musician, dies

NEW YORK – Leon Redbone, the acclaimed singer and guitarist who performed jazz, ragtime and Tin Pan Alley-style songs, died Thursday, according to a statement released by his family. ...

DATE: May 30, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

Mancos Valley Chorus seeks director

The Mancos Valley Chorus is conducting a search for a choral director. A degree or equivalent experience in a musical field and enthusiasm to lead this choral group of 30 to 35 a...

DATE: May 24, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

Adam Levine leaving ‘The Voice’ after 16 seasons

NEW YORK – Adam Levine is leaving NBC’s “The Voice” after 16 seasons. Carson Daly made the announcement Friday morning on the “Today” show. Daly said Gwen Stefani will return for ...

DATE: May 24, 2019 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Taking grandma on a heavy metal road trip

Durango couple launching campaign for ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ journey

DATE: May 23, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

Dolores River Festival is June 1

A perfect summer day of music in the park and whitewater rafting will take place during Dolores River Festival June 1. Nine bands will perform between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on two di...

DATE: May 17, 2019 | CATEGORY: Community

Rolling Stones North American tour to start in Chicago

NEW YORK – The Rolling Stones are ready to get back on the road after postponing their North American tour because Mick Jagger needed medical treatment . The rockers announced Thu...

DATE: May 16, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

Music, dance classes offer creative outlet for disabled students, adults in Durango

Stillwater Music starts class for mixed abilities in elementary schools

DATE: May 8, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Stillhouse Junkies release official video premiere

Local group gets caught up in the ‘Heat of the Moment’

DATE: May 2, 2019 | CATEGORY: Music

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.