Andy Williams' Navajo blankets set for NYC auction

The late American crooner Andy Williams, famous for easy-listening hits such as "Moon River" and "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" from his beloved Christmas TV specials, had a passion for Navajo blankets. He assembled a museum-quality collection that's slated to be auctioned for more th…

Yuletide Applause: Tickets for holiday stage productions are ideal stocking stuffers

Charlie Blum has been booking shows for Star Plaza Theatre in Merrillville for 23 years.

JOHN DOHERTY: No love story in NFL concussion quandry

With apologies to Andy Williams, where do I begin?

Andy Williams with Times Columnist Philip Potempa and his Parents Chester and Peggy in 2005

Singer Andy Williams with Times Columnist Philip Potempa, right, and Phil's parents Chester and Peggy backstage following Williams' December 2005 Christmas concert.

OFFBEAT: Time for Hospice of Calumet Region's Fall Mums Luncheon

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

'Moon River' crooner Andy Williams dies at age 84

With a string of gold albums, a hit TV series and the signature "Moon River," Andy Williams was a voice of the 1960s, although not the '60s we usually hear about.

Still revolutionary: Paul Revere and the Raiders to play Blue Chip Casino

Singer Paul Revere still remembers how he, along with his namesake band Paul Revere and the Raiders, managed to get a guest spot on the popular 1960s campy series "Batman."

Comedienne Phyllis Diller and Andy Willliams in 1970

Comedienne Phyllis Diller shares a laugh with friend Andy Williams during a 1970 guest appearance on his popular NBC TV variety show.

OFFBEAT: Readers want Andy Williams back on stage this year

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

Andy Williams and Ann-Margret Concert Headliners at Moon River Theater September 2011

Singers Andy Williams and Ann-Margret, shown in a publicity photo for a string of performances in 2011, performed on a double bill at Williams' Moon River Theater in Branson in September and October 2011.