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In this Tuesday, April 2, 2013 photo shows oversized Superman comic book pages displayed on a fence outside of what was once Joe Shuster's boyhood home in Cleveland. Superman collaborators Jerry Siegel and Shuster lived several blocks apart in the Glenville neighborhood which shaped their lives, dreams for the future and their imagery of the Man of Steel. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak) Copyright 2013, The Associated Press

Superman's 75th puts spotlight on Cleveland roots

CLEVELAND (AP) — The tough, blue-collar roots of Superman's creators are getting a fresh look on the superhero's 75th anniversary. Creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster lived just a few...

entertainment / art Wed, Apr 17, 2013 - 9:29am

Former US poet laureate to speak in Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins is coming to Minneapolis. Collins is scheduled to appear at the Pantages (pan-TAY'-jis) Theatre in downtown Minneapolis on Nov. 1 at...

entertainment / writing Wed, Apr 17, 2013 - 9:26am

This April 11, 2012 file photo shows Magic Johnson, right, his wife Cookie and son E.J. arriving for the opening night performance of the Broadway play "Magic/Bird" in New York. The 20-year-old son of basketball great Magic Johnson is surprised by the public interest in his being gay, something that he revealed to his supportive family several years ago. (AP Photo/Charles Sykes, File) Copyright 2012, The Associated Press

Son of Magic Johnson talks about being gay

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 20-year-old son of basketball great Magic Johnson is surprised by the public interest in his being gay, something that he revealed to his supportive family...

entertainment Tue, Apr 16, 2013 - 10:21am

This April 14, 2013 photo shows actress Aubrey Plaza, right, as she tries to take away an award presented to Will Ferrell during the MTV Movie Awards in Culver City, Calif. Plaza approached the stage as Ferrell made his acceptance speech after winning the Comedic Genius award. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision /AP) Copyright 2013, The Associated Press

Aubrey Plaza asked to leave MTV Movie Awards

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Aubrey Plaza interrupted Will Ferrell's acceptance speech at the MTV Movie Awards, then left the building. MTV officials confirmed Monday that the "Parks and Recreation" actress...

entertainment Mon, Apr 15, 2013 - 3:59pm

This April 8, 2013 file photo shows Faith Hill performing at ACM Presents: Tim McGraw's Superstar Summer Night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Hill announced Monday, April 15, on Twitter that she won't be doing the “Sunday Night Football” theme song this year. She's been featured at the top of the broadcast for six years now. (Photo by Al Powers/Invision/AP, file) Copyright 2013, The Associated Press

Faith Hill says she won't do 'SNF' theme this year

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Faith Hill is out of the football game. The country star announced Monday morning on Twitter that she won't be doing the "Sunday Night Football" theme...

entertainment / music Mon, Apr 15, 2013 - 12:03pm

This film image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Chadwick Boseman as Jackie Robinson in a scene from "42," by writer-director Brian Helgeland. Remembering Robinson's accomplishments is more important than ever, say people involved with "42" and baseball historians alike. And because he was such an inspiring cultural figure, it's more important than ever to get his story right. (AP Photo/Warner Bros. Pictures, D. Stevens) Copyright 2012, The Associated Press

'42' scores at home, Cruise dominates overseas

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Baseball has scored a rare hit in Hollywood, while another American institution — Tom Cruise — has delivered his latest hit overseas. The Jackie Robinson tale...

entertainment Mon, Apr 15, 2013 - 10:50am

In this April 1, 2013 photo provided by Storyknife, Alaska best-selling author Dana Stabenow works at her home outside Homer, Alaska. Stabenow has announced plans to create Storyknife Writer’s Retreat. This will include a main building and six cabins where women writers will do nothing during their residency except write. (AP Photo/Storyknife, Nathan Havey) Copyright 2013, The Associated Press

Alaska author wants to build writers' retreat

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A best-selling mystery writer from Alaska wants to establish a residency retreat for female writers, hoping to offer women the same help she received more than...

entertainment / writing Mon, Apr 15, 2013 - 10:47am

'The Avengers' takes top prize at MTV Movie Awards

LOS ANGELES (AP) — With a cast of superheroes and villains, "The Avengers" beat out its competitors to become the big winner at the MTV Movie Awards. The action romp...

entertainment Mon, Apr 15, 2013 - 10:45am

Pioneer Previews for April 14: BSU Varsity Singers to perform today

BEMIDJI – The end of the spring semester at Bemidji State University is approaching and with it comes many opportunities to see and hear the varied musical groups, solo singers...

entertainment Sat, Apr 13, 2013 - 10:15pm

Volunteer Karen Ryan handles studio duties last week at KBXE in downtown Bemidji. Monte Draper | Bemidji Pioneer

KBXE: Station’s goal is building community

BEMIDJI – When KBXE celebrated its April 2012 grand opening with a live broadcast of the Great Northern Radio Show at the historic Chief Theater in Bemidji, it was the...

entertainment Sat, Apr 13, 2013 - 10:10pm

This March 26, 2013 file photo shows musician Chaka Kahn attending her birthday party in New York. Khan will be inducted into the Apollo Theater's hall of fame. The theater announced Thursday that Patti LaBelle and Mary J. Blige will perform in Khan's honor at its June 10 New York gala. (Photo by Andy Kropa/Invision/AP, file) Copyright 2013, The Associated Press

Chaka Khan chosen for Apollo Legends Hall of Fame

NEW YORK (AP) — R&B star Chaka Khan will be inducted into the Apollo Theater's hall of fame. The theater announced Thursday that Patti LaBelle and Mary J. Blige will...

entertainment / music Fri, Apr 12, 2013 - 1:52pm

Anti-Thatcher protesters react to the death of former British Prime Minister as they gather at Trafalgar Square in London, Monday, April 8, 2013. Thatcher's spokesman, Tim Bell, said the former prime minister died from a stroke Monday morning at the Ritz hotel in London. Flags were flown at half-staff at Buckingham Palace, Parliament and Downing Street for the 87 year old. (AP Photo/Sang Tan) Copyright 2013, The Associated Press

BBC faces dilemma as anti-Thatcher song tops chart

LONDON (AP) — The BBC is in a bind after opponents of Margaret Thatcher pushed the song "Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead" to the top of the British charts...

entertainment / music Fri, Apr 12, 2013 - 9:47am

South Korean army reservists perform South Korean rapper PSY's "Gangnam Style" dance with a cheerleader before their Foundation Day ceremony at a gymnasium in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, April 5, 2013. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon) Copyright 2013, The Associated Press

PSY's new single steals attention away from NKorea

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean pop star PSY's first new single since his viral hit "Gangnam Style" is stealing attention from inter-Korean tensions. YG Entertainment, PSY's agency, says...

entertainment / music Fri, Apr 12, 2013 - 9:44am

This 1969 file photo shows Chicago Sun-Times movie critic Roger Ebert in the newsroom of the paper in Chicago. The Pulitzer Prize-winning critic died Thursday, April 4, 2013. He was 70. Ebert started out as an old-school newspaper man, the kind that has all but vanished: a fierce competitor who spent the day trying to scoop the competition and the night bellied up to the bar swapping stories. (AP Photo/Chicago Sun-Times, Bob Kotalik) Copyright 2013, The Associated Press

Actors, others honor Ebert at Chicago theater

CHICAGO (AP) — Hollywood came to Chicago on Thursday as actors, directors, film critics and studio presidents honored late movie reviewer Roger Ebert in his hometown. All of those who...

entertainment Fri, Apr 12, 2013 - 9:34am

Two monster trucks were on display Thursday at both Lueken’s Village Foods stores to promote the Monster X Tour. The show will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday evening at the Sanford Center. The gates open at 6 p.m. Shown above, the Bounty Hunter was on display at the north store, drawing a lot of attention. Monte Draper | Bemidji Pioneer

Monster truck gets close inspection

Two monster trucks were on display Thursday at both Lueken’s Village Foods stores to promote the Monster X Tour. The show will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday evening...

entertainment Thu, Apr 11, 2013 - 11:44pm

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