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68th annual Four Corners Gem & Mineral Show boasts gems, geodes, fossils and more
Three-day event lasts until Sunday afternoon
Arts & Entertainment
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Carlos Santana postpones some concerts after health scare
Carlos Santana performs at the BottleRock Napa Valley Music Festival in Napa, Calif., on May 26, 2019. Santana, 74, collapsed on stage during a show in Michigan on Tuesday night…
Arts and Entertainment
‘Sopranos’ actor Tony Sirico, ‘Paulie Walnuts,’ dies at 79
Tony Sirico, left, and James Gandolfini hold their awards for best ensemble in a drama for their work in “The Sopranos” at the 14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in…
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Celebrity designer accused of smuggling crocodile handbags
WASHINGTON – A leading fashion designer whose accessories were used by celebrities and characters in the “Sex and the City” TV series, was arrested in her hometown of Cali, Colombia,…
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Photos: Artist paints ‘Love Letters’ in downtown Durango
Durango artist Jenn Rawling works on her mural, “Love Letters,” on Thursday on the side of a building in the 1000 block of Main Avenue. Rawling was commissioned by Michael…
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Up on the mesa, Shakespeare under the stars
From left: Kiedis Begaye (Claudio), Linda Stephenson (Hero, Don John), Kira Guillon (Margaret, Borachio, Friar, Messenger), Holden Grace (Benedick), Isabelle Herringer (Beatrice, Sexton), Kieran Peck (Don Pedro, Verges) and Jay…
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Blake Crouch’s new novel an unsettling look into future
will be at El Moro on Sunday for early release, signing of ‘Upgrade’
Film
‘Stranger Things 4’: Did Vol. 2 stick the landing?
Internet hype damaged the otherwise spectacular finale
Arts and Entertainment
For Figueroa, it’s the music that counts
in the Mountains presents six Festival Orchestra concerts
Arts and Entertainment
James Caan, Oscar nominee for ‘The Godfather,’ dies at 82
Al Pacino as Michael Corleone, left and James Caan as Sonny Corleone perform a scene in “The Godfather.” Caan, whose roles included “The Godfather,” “Brian’s Song” and “Misery,” died Wednesday…
Arts and Entertainment
Durango PlayFest seeks volunteers for August festival
Durango PlayFest is seeking volunteers to help with its annual festival, Aug. 4 to 7. There are a variety of assignments, including ticket takers, hospitality helpers, set up and take…
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Rocker Carlos Santana ‘doing well’ after collapsing onstage
Carlos Santana performs at the BottleRock Napa Valley Music Festival in Napa, Calif., on May 26, 2019. Santana, 74, collapsed on stage during a show in Michigan on Tuesday night…
Art Seen
Creede Repertory Theatre mounts engaging season
Emily Van Fleet stars as Patsy Cline in the opening scene of “Always … Patsy Cline.” (Courtesy of Creede Repertory Theatre by John Gary Brown) When Emily Van Fleet walks…
Arts and Entertainment
Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club hosts 68th annual show
also celebrates its 75th anniversary
Local News
Durango artist recounts trip to help Ukrainian refugees; plans a second visit
Suzanne Horwich uses art as a ‘vehicle for healing’
Arts and Entertainment
Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ opens June 30 at FLC
Isabelle Herringer (Beatrice) and Holden Grace (Benedick) dress in 1940s post-World War II style in the costume shop for “Much Ado About Nothing.” (Courtesy) It’s 1945. American soldiers are returning…
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Photos: Artists in training at the Durango Arts Center
Lucy VanBuskirk, 15, front, Ruth Barry, 11, center, and Maison Wiedner, 12, participate Thursday in the class “Drawing: From Beginning to Greatness” led by Stephanie Smith at the Durango Arts…
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Durango photographer honors health care workers in ‘The Be Seen Project’
hopes to share work with larger community
Arts and Entertainment
Merely Players announces auditions for Shakespeare comedy
Merely Players will host open auditions for its production of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” at 6 p.m. July 11 at Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. Those unable to…
Arts and Entertainment
Mancos Burro Fest showcases history and burro-inspired artwork
will be a burro parade and obstacle course; 15 artists will display art pieces based on the animal
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Merely Players stages drama with ‘The Children’
Maureen May plays Rose and Stephen Bowers is Robin in Merely Players’ 2022 production of “The Children.” (Courtesy of Kara Cavalca)Kara Cavalca Photo+Video Tickets are available for Merely Players’ production…
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‘Squid Game’ adapted as nonfatal reality series for Netflix
Netflix announced “Squid Game: The Challenge,” a reality competition show, based on the series. (Netflix via AP)Netflix LOS ANGELES – A reality show inspired by Netflix’s hit series “Squid Game”…
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Justin Bieber reveals rare disorder behind facial paralysis
Justin Bieber says a rare disorder that paralyzed half of his face is the reason behind his tour postponement. The Grammy winner said he’s suffering from Ramsey Hunt syndrome in…
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Smelter Mountain Boys helps Colorado Parks and Wildlife celebrate 125th birthday
Smelter Mountain Boys will be on hand Sunday to help Colorado Parks and Wildlife celebrate its 125th anniversary. (Courtesy) Colorado Parks and Wildlife will celebrate its 125th anniversary along with…
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Pagosa Folk ’N Bluegrass back in action this weekend
Festival offers music, camping, other activities
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Two rare Shirley Jackson stories published this week
NEW YORK – Shirley Jackson had a gift for evoking the depths of anxiety in the space it might take to summarize a baseball game. Two very brief and previously…
Music
Iconic rockers Blondie to issue first box set this summer
“Blondie: Against The Odds 1974-1982,” the official box set will be available Aug. 26. (UMe and The Numero Group via AP)Uncredited NEW YORK – Blondie said Wednesday they will release…
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‘Stranger Things’ saves Netflix
4 Vol. 1 embrace of horror does not depreciate the story
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Sorrel Sky Gallery turns the big 2-0
Birthday bash will be held Friday to celebrate milestone