The Telegraph
The Premier Blog of the West
November 2011
11/30/11Wednesday Western: "Wrangler"Jeff Fahey stars in a Western from Down Under. Posted at 03:16 PM | Permalink |
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11/30/11Baggage & BlingWell, Miranda Lambert talks about "Baggage Claim" in her new song, and I was reminded of that at the Las Vegas airport. If you're flying into Vegas and see excess luggage, hatcans, and more glitz and bling than you expected, you're probably at the baggage claim with one of the beautiful contestants in the Miss Rodeo America Pageant. Contestant check in is December 3rd at the MGM Grand; after one grueling week in which reigning state rodeo queens compete in appearance, horsemanship, and personality, one lucky lady will be crowned at the Hollywood Theatre on December 10th to serve as pro rodeo's ambassador for the next year. Horsemanship is Monday, December 5th, at the Excalibur Arena. For the complete schedule,... Posted at 03:13 PM | Permalink |
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11/30/11Viva Las VegasGetting unpacked for NFR in Vegas. First duty will be emceeing the Women's Pro Rodeo Association Top 15 Luncheon Thursday at South Point Hotel. It will be fun seeing the ladies before their first run that night, and I'll have a chance to interview them. There are four first-time qualifiers who I'm sure would rather be anywhere but a luncheon on the same day they run down the alley at Thomas & Mack arena for the first time! I'll let you know what insights they give me on their horses, hobbies, superstitions, and controlling nerves. Pictured left: Cowgirl Hall of Famer, longtime rodeo commentator, and former Miss Rodeo America Pam Minick at the Women's Pro Rodeo Association Top 15 Luncheon. Posted at 09:19 AM | Permalink |
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11/30/11Mark Twain on Buffalo Bill's Wild West ShowIn honor of Mark Twain's 176th birthday, we bring you a letter from Twain to Buffalo Bill Cody. Posted at 09:00 AM | Permalink |
11/29/11A cowboy goes a-carolingMichael Martin Murphy picks his five favorite Christmas songs. Posted at 02:54 PM | Permalink |
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11/29/11"Justified" aims for January returnThe modern-day Western starring Timothy Olyphant will kick off its third season on the FX network. Posted at 09:30 AM | Permalink |
11/23/11Kris Kristofferson brings country to the White HouseAnother former C&I cover guy gets to perform at the White House. Posted at 10:34 PM | Permalink |
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11/23/11Wednesday Western: "Nevada"A straight-shooting 1944 Western "introducing" a young actor named Bob Mitchum. Posted at 03:09 AM | Permalink |
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11/22/11From the network that gave you "Deadwood"HBO aims to take a new look at Doc Holliday. Posted at 02:10 PM | Permalink |
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11/16/11"Wheels" keeps on rollingA solid second week for the new Western series. Posted at 01:53 PM | Permalink |
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11/16/11Wednesday Western: "Bells of San Angelo"An exciting 1947 Western -- filmed in Trucolor! -- starring Roy Rogers and Dale Evans. Posted at 08:41 AM | Permalink |
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11/15/11Native Eyes Film ShowcaseThe holiday movie season is fast approaching, but cinephiles seeking a more unique experience than the latest Hollywood blockbusters might consider heading for Tucson, Arizona. From November 30 to December 4, the Native Eyes Film Showcase features an exciting variety of features and short films by and about Native Americans. Screenings will be held at the University of Arizona and at the nearby Grand Cinema Crossroads. Many are free, and the top ticket price is $5 – you can’t even get popcorn with butter for that. Many of the movies in this year’s lineup are already decorated veterans of the world’s top film festivals, including the Berlin International Film Festival, the Toronto International Film Festival, and the Sundance Film Festival. Many of the... Posted at 02:51 PM | Permalink |
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11/14/11The Waylon FundNovember is American Diabetes Month, and the family of one of the greatest stars in country music is asking fans to honor his memory by supporting the fight against this terrible disease. Many music lovers were shocked in 2002 when legendary country performer and songwriter Waylon Jennings passed away, but those who were close to him were keenly aware of his ongoing battle with diabetes. Now, Waylon Jennings’s widow, Jessi Colter, and their son Shooter Jennings have partnered with the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) to create the Waylon Fund in support of diabetes research. TGen is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization focusing on developing and researching new applications and therapies for a variety of diseases, including diabetes. All... Posted at 01:51 PM | Permalink |
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11/14/11Dallas Beer WeekBeer lovers all over Big D have some extra reasons to hoist one during Dallas Beer Week Posted at 01:31 PM | Permalink |
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11/11/11A Tribute To The TroopsLeather artist Mike Bray gives his best to commemorate those that gave all with his "Tribute To The Troops" saddle. Posted at 12:21 PM | Permalink |
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11/09/11Another honor for Morgan FreemanCongratulations to actor, horseman and former C&I cover guy Morgan Freeman. Posted at 11:35 AM | Permalink |
11/09/11Wednesday Western: "Bells of Rosarita"Roy Rogers gets help from a passel of other cowboy movie heroes in this 1945 Republic Western. Posted at 12:05 AM | Permalink |
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11/08/11"Rifleman" reboot?Another sign that the long-awaited renaissance of TV Westerns may have indeed arrived. Posted at 08:49 PM | Permalink |
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11/07/11Huge debut for "Hell on Wheels"The new Western series on AMC lassoed lots of viewers for its Sunday premiere. Posted at 02:50 PM | Permalink |
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11/04/11Happy Birthday, RoyIf you read our December cover feature on Roy Rogers, you'll know that fans from all over are expected to converge on Apple Valley, California this weekend to celebrate the centennial of the Kings of the Cowboys. Starting November 5, the town will honor his legacy in a free concert at the Civic Center Park amphitheater and other related events. The day begins with a pancake prayer breakfast at the Roy Rogers Dale Evans Chapel at Sunset Hills Memorial Park, from 8 – 10 a.m. Then, Steve Lewis and the Mojave River Boys kick off the celebration at Civic Center Park beginning at 1 p.m. Storytelling and reminiscing will fill the afternoon, leading to the headline concert by Roy “Dusty” Rogers Jr., featuring Dustin Roy Rogers and the High Riders,... Posted at 03:56 PM | Permalink |
11/02/11Wednesday Western: "My Pal Trigger"When he's accused of killing a prized stallion, Roy Rogers relies on help from "The Smartest Horse in the Movies" to clear his name. Posted at 12:21 PM | Permalink |
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