WASHINGTON — When the coronavirus erupted in the United States, it triggered quarantines, travel curbs and business shutdowns. Many economists predicted a V-shaped journey for the economy: A sharp drop, then a quick bounce-back as the virus faded and the economy regained health. Others envisioned a slower, U-shaped course. Now,...
Pandemic Permanently Shutters Hanford Movie Theater
The show won't go on in Hanford. Metro 4 Cinemas closed for good on Friday. In a Facebook post, the owners placed blame on the COVID-19 pandemic and the opening of a casino. Facebook Post "We are sad to announce that, as of today, Movie Heroes will no longer be...
'Avengers: Endgame' Poised to Topple Box-Office Records
NEW YORK — By any measure, the release of "Avengers: Endgame" is a movie-theater event unlike any other. When the 22nd film in Marvel Studios' saga opens in North American theaters on Thursday night, it will land on more screens than any movie ever has in U.S. and Canadian theaters....