Plenty of earth’s treasures was on display at the annual gem and mineral show at McGee Park in Farmington. Hosted by the San Juan County Gem and Mineral Society, prospectors and lapidarists, arrived from across the county to sell their gem stones, fossils and jewelry. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Pop's Truck and RV Center
Update your calendars with upcoming summer fun and events, from the annual field day at the Agricultural Science Center to music and theater events. This story is sponsored by CMIT Solutions and Boons Family Thai Barbecue
Amy Martindale, a certified personal trainer, opened a new gym called All HIIT No QUIT in April. She gives nine 30-minute, high intensity interval training sessions a day called ‘hits.’ For a $100 dollars a month, you can attend as many sessions as you like, and the first three are free. Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Traegers Bar and SunRay Park and Casino
San Juan County, the City of Farmington, and the Navajo Nation hope to bring a freight rail system to the Four Corners, and a $2 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation will pay for a feasibility study, now in its early stages. Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by CMIT Solutions and Three Rivers Brewery
Dylan McClain and Dalton Bevill may have practical construction skills, but they wanted to do more to express their artistic side, so they joined forces to start Animas Artisans, a Design and Fabrication Studio. This story is sponsored by Ute Mountain Casino Hotel and The Norm Phillips Team, at Draper & Kramer Mortgage
McGee Park opens for personal firework displays, support local farmers and eat fresh food with a Harvest Farm Box subscription. And the COVID-19 vaccine is now available to children under the age of five. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer, Wine, Spirits and Boons Family Thai Barbecue
For the third year in a row, flight was cancelled for the San Juan River Balloon Rally in Bloomfield. Wind shears grounded balloons this year. Covid was culprit for the previous two cancellations. Organizers disappointed as a deflated balloon? Maybe. Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Pop's Truck and RV Center
The Southwest Civic Winds, founded in 2012, boasts a robust band of 40 members, give or take, playing a variety of instruments, music, and songs from across the world. While they can and do perform in concert halls and other similar venues, you can catch a glimpse of them at the Fourth of July Rotary Park Pancake Breakfast this year. This story is sponsored by TBK Bank and the Payroll Department
Mesa Verde Country hopes to manage and market the Trails of the Ancients Byway so that visitors to Southwest Colorado will find a reason to extend their stays by one or two more days. This story is sponsored by StoneAge Tools and Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado
Horse Empower has a unique way of approaching a ladies’ night out - in the midst of the staples of good food, drinks, and conversation, a horse might just make its appearance. Kim Hardesty, owner of Horse Empower, and her herd of horses offer a range of services, from equine therapy to equine-assisted learning. One of the programs though, might just offer new options for a night out. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Ute Mountain Casino and The Norm Phillips Team, at Draper & Kramer Mortgage
Be prepared for road closures and detours as summer road construction ramps up. The City of Farmington announces the purchase of a new building for the Farmington Police Department, and mark your calendar for Friday lunchtime fun. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by the Man Cave Barber and SunRay Park & Casino
A project to replace one of the taxiways at Four Corners Regional Airport will begin in July, thanks to a $7.5 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration. The funding will help with the demands of the airport and improve the infrastructure to maintain the highest levels of safety and efficiency. Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Traegers Bar and Ute Mountain Casino
KSUT Public Radio wants to reduce polarization between people in the Four Corners with a new conversation series and it invites residents from throughout the region to participate. This story is sponsored by TBK Bank and the law firm of Downs, McDonough, Cowan and Foley
Rural Northern New Mexico and Southwest Colorado are suffering from teacher shortages, particularly in secondary math and science classrooms and special education classrooms. The Three Rivers Education Foundation hopes to put a dent in the problem with a unique teacher-training program for professionals considering a change in their careers. This story is sponsored by Boons Family Thai Barbecue and Pop's Truck and RV Center
The Four Corners Airport is $7.5 million closer to re-opening for passenger jet service, and San Juan Region Medical Center welcomes a new Chief Nursing Officer. Also, Father’s Day events are coming up! By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by CMIT Solutions and Three Rivers Brewing
Eight teams lugged an 80,000-pound fire truck 60 feet for Farmington Police Department’s second annual Fire Truck Pull to support Special Olympics New Mexico. Partnered with The Law Enforcement Torch Run, a national non-profit for Special Olympics, the department expects to “pull” in $20,000 with the competition. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer, Wine, Spirits and Ace Hardware of Farmington
Montezuma County residents Frank Dean and Wendy Walker run a worm farm. Yes, WORM farm. Four Corners Worm Farm. And they're on a mission to introduce worm composting and worm fertilizer as a practice in regenerative agriculture that reduces the amount of waste thrown in landfills and rids the need for chemical pesticides and fertilizers – and provides bait for the occasional fisherman. This story is sponsored by the LOR Foundation of Montezuma and Keesee Motors
Summertime in the southwest means blue skies, warm weather, and, unfortunately, drought conditions. Fires already are burning across the Four Corners, so how best do we balance having fun in the sun, with taking precautions and being safe with fires? By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by TBK Bank and Pop’s Truck and RV Center You can visit San Juan County Fire & Rescue, Cortez Fire & Rescue, La Plata County Search & Rescue, and Durango Fire & Rescue for updates
Childhaven supports children in crisis in San Juan County, offering a variety of services to help children get the aid they need. On Friday, May 20, Childhaven opened a new foster care center, which will offer support and resources for children and families who are a part of the foster system. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Traegers Bar and CMIT Solutions
Summer kick-off fun and rentals in San Juan County, and the Mental Wellness Resource Center wins an achievement award. This story is sponsored by Man Cave Barber and SunRay Park and Casino
Dog lovers united for the Durango Kennel Club’s annual American Kennel Club All-Breed Dog Show at McGee Park in Farmington. On their best behavior, 600 dogs and their owners, handlers, and judges came from across the United States and Mexico to participate. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Ute Mountain Casino and ServiceMaster Restore
The Aztec Museum complex houses one of the finest collections of authentic western Americana in the country. Tour a dozen structures in the “Village,” among them a doctor’s office, general store, black smith and foundry, Aztec’s first jailhouse, and the old Cedar Hill Church. The Museum also offers a summer concert series. Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore and Distil Beer Wine Spirits
While thousands of bicycle riders and their families will arrive in Durango Memorial Day Weekend to ride in the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic or watch cyclists race the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad over three mountain passes to Silverton, hundreds of others across the world will be riding Hermosa Valley leg of the race without rolling a wheel into town.
Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village announce their summer concert series, San Juan County is looking for local businesses to participate in a summer internship progam for high school students and recent college graduates, and plans for a new all-abilities park in Farmington are in the works. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Three Rivers Brewing
Get ready to celebrate the Ute Mountain Casino's 30th anniversary – it's 'Still the One' for gaming, dining and serving as central headquarters for visitors who want to explore Southwest Colorado and the Four Corners Region. This story is sponsored by the LOR Foundation and the law firm of Downs, McDonough, Cowan and Foley
Stalking the elusive wild morel mushroom happens in the springtime here in the Southwest, usually in a thick of old cottonwoods, where they like to grow in the newly dead roots of the trees along the Pine River. Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Pops Truck and RV Center and Boons Family Thai Barbecue
Grant money for improvements to San Juan Industrial Park are announced, early voting stations are now open for the primary elections, and registration for Farmington Municipal School’s Race2Educate is open. This story is sponsored by Traegers Bar and CMIT Solutions
If spring is best greeted in the garden, it’s best started at Manning’s Greenhouse in Kirtland, New Mexico, nine miles west of Farmington. Locally owned for 35 years, it offers wholesalers and retailers the best selection of annuals, herbs, vegetables, and perennials, and hanging flower baskets. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Traegers Bar and SunRay Park and Casino
Farmington students were offered free training by Stagecoach Foundation, a non-profit started in hopes of bringing more film production to New Mexico. Created by George R.R. Martin in Santa Fe, students at San Juan College were taught by pros in four departments: camera, grip and electric, sound, and acting for the camera. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Distil Beer, Wine, Spirits
Farmington’s most charming B & B, Casa Blanca Inn and Suites, is a Spanish Colonial hacienda built in the 1950s. Minutes from downtown Main Street, it’s surrounded by gardens, court yards and sparkling water fountains. Each of the nine suites are unique and luxurious with kitchens, king beds and jet tubs. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore and Boons Family Thai Barbecue
Wendy is no longer letting her weight interfere with her life and her goals. PHD Weight Loss and Nutrition have given her the tools to not only lose the weight, but maintain it as well.
Fire and burn bans are announced across the state, while Comcast announces more locations to increase broadband connectivity in San Juan County, and if you’ve been thinking of cleaning things out or finding something new for the summer, stop by the San Juan County Veteran’s Yard Sale. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Pop's Truck and RV Center and Ace Hardware of Farmington
Start your engines! Aztec Speedway revved into action to open its 70th season with competition involving International Motor Contest Association modifieds, northern sport mods, stock cars, go-karts, and more. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer, Wine, Spirits and Three Rivers Brewery
As part of its “History of the Oil and Gas Industry in the San Juan Basin,” program, T. Greg Merrion, of Merrion Oil and Gas in Farmington, presented a video called “Built by Gas,” at the Farmington Civic Center, and spoke about the rich history of his family here. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Pop's Truck & RV Center
100% Community started with the belief that protecting children and families is possible, but only once the scope of challenges faced by individuals in each unique community. Since it’s conception a couple years ago, 100% Communities are present in several different counties in New Mexico, and local nonprofits in San Juan County have begun to partner with 100% Community to make changes locally. This story is sponsored by Pop's Truck & RV Center and Service Master Restore
Local non-profits receive grant money from the PNM Resource Foundation, and local events for Small Business Week are announced. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Traegers Bar and CMIT Solutions
Halfway through her weight loss journey, Wendy is feeling joy and confidence again in her clothes as well as how she presents herself. PHD Weight Loss and Nutrition have been there for her the entire time.
After beating cancer and retiring from teaching, Tammy Riser was looking for something else to fill her time. A trip to Durango with her son sparked the idea of owning her own coffee shop, and five months later, her “second act” is well on its way to success with Encore Coffee Shop. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Service Master Restore
PHD Weight Loss and Nutrition clinicians is supporting her Wendy on weight loss journey. Having that guide and accountability partner is helping her stay on track to reach her weight loss goal.
During the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Farmington Police Officer Angela Prince tried a mask on her dog, Baxter, who wore it patiently. Baxter has since become a s0rt of celebrity of the Farmington Police Department, helping introduce the next cadet class, solve cases, and otherwise helping spread the word on the department's work. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewery and Distill Beer Wine Spirits
Farmington Municipal Schools announces its new superintendent; who should get a second COVID Booster shot, and tips from San Juan County Fire and Rescue to help prevent fires during this spring. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by CMIT Solutions and Traegers Bar
Mendie Terry left downtown Farmington four years ago to re-open A Beautiful Mess in the old Skateland building on East Main Street because she wanted to own instead of rent. Specializing in handmade gifts by local crafter, antiques, home décor, it’s the perfect place to shop for the sightly unusual. Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Boons Family Thai BBQ and Pops Truck and RV Center
San Juan College High School offers high school students a unique opportunity to attend high school and college simultaneously. Students who attend the four-year early college high school will graduate with both their high school diplomas and an associate's degrees from San Juan College. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and CMIT Solutions
Founded in 1952 by choreographer Amalia Hernandez, Ballet Folklorico is Mexico’s most revered traditional dance company. It brings together music, dance and costumes from pre-Columbian civilizations through the modern era. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by CMIT Solutions and Traegers Bar
San Juan Regional Medical Center announces leadership change and Nursing Excellence Award, Aztec Speedway to open for 70th year on Friday, April 15. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore and SunRay Park & Casino
Holidays, birthdays, and special events, will no longer be a challenge for Wendy. PHD Weight Loss and Nutrition is showing her how to make the right choices during her weight loss journey and keep the weight off when she reaches her goal.
The best cattlemen and ranchers from across the country—men and women who make their living off the land – lock horns in a series of grueling challenges on the third season of INSP’s “Ultimate Cowboy Showdown.” Filmed in harsh Douglas, Wyo., it premieres on April 21, and features a local cowboy from Bloomfield, New Mexico, 25-year-old Sal Campos. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewery and Pop's Truck and RV Center
Several economic development projects receive funding and finalists for the superintendent position for Farmington Municipal Schools have been announced. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer Wine Spirits and Boons Family Thai Barbecue
The Sherman Dugan Museum of Geology showcases an array of beautiful minerals, a breathtaking amethyst geode and unique fossils from around the world—including a 35-million-year-old Megacerops skull. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and ServiceMaster Restore
Wendy is a professional diet yo-yo’er. But, PHD Weight Loss and Nutrition is showing her how to take the weight off and keep it off.
The guys from Four Corners Car Talk, Clifton Horace and Glenn Gent, offer their insights behind the record-breaking gas prices from their makeshift radio studio at Horace Nissan in Farmington. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Traegers Bar
Dr. Toni Hopper Pendergrass re-established her roots here, when she returned home and joined San Juan College as president in July 2012. In the meantime, she has increased the number of graduates by 143 percent and continued to advance student success while shouldering a pesky pandemic. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by CMIT Solutions and ServiceMaster Restoration Specialists
March COVID update, Farmington Dumpster weekend, and springtime activities. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewery and Boons Family Thai Barbecue
Kirtland native Alexander Chambers opened Chambers Steakhouse five months ago in Farmington. Now, with a staff of 15, his USDA-certified mutton steaks, ribs, and other mutton dishes are being gobbled up by locals. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore and Boons Family Thai Barbecue
Chamber “Mug” Shots, the 11th Annual Tortoise and the Hare Run, and other events happening in and around Farmington, by Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by CMIT Solutions and Distil Beer, Wine, Spirits
La Plata Search and Rescue has a variety of teams that deploy according to need. One such team is Rae Randolph and her German Shepherd Oso, who is a certified cadaver detection dog. They work with Search and Rescue, Colorado Forensic Canines, and law enforcement officials to assist in investigations and recovery work. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by FASTSIGNS and ServiceMaster Restore
Local NEWS Network anchor, Wendy Graham Settle, shares her personal struggle with weight loss and how PHD Weight Loss will help her through it.
Omicron variant and other factors have decimated blood supply nationally and locally. Vitalant, a blood supplier in Farmington, needs your donation more than ever. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Pop's Truck and RV Center and CMIT Solutions
The 23rd annual Cheese Enchilada Take-Out fundraising event occurs every year on Ash Wednesday in the kitchen of the St. Mary’s Parish Center in Farmington, and it gets busier and busier every year. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Pop's Truck and RV and Traegers Bar
Former firefighter from Colorado, Chadd Drott, gave a presentation at the Farmington Public Library on Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep in Western Montana, the largest of the unique species in the world. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Service Master Restore and Three Rivers Brewery
“Perpetual Motion,” the third concert for the San Juan Symphony’s 36th season, was an evening of up-beat, fast-paced music, featuring Grammy winning violinist Karen Kim at Henderson Fine Arts Center Performance Hall in Farmington. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Service Master Restore
A special exhibit at the Canyons of the Ancients Visitors Center highlights 15 years of documentation research on sites in the national monument and how science and art together can give us a greater understanding of the Ancestral Puebloans' culture and relationship to the landscape. This story is sponsored by Pop's Truck and RV Center, Choice Building Supply Ace Hardware, Kroegers Ace Hardware, and Ace Hardware of Farmington
Desert Sun Coffee Roasters, a local coffee-roasting company, was founded on the belief that sustainably-sourced coffee is better for the environment, for the farmers, and for the consumers. Since the company began in 2004, Desert Sun has partnered with other coffee roasters in a co-op dedicated to fair trade practices, supporting smaller coffee farmers, and environmentally-friendly practices at every step of the supply chain. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barret and Associates and Kroegers Ace Hardware
Farmington resident Preston Toehe is able to work in Farmington and raise his family while continuing his education through ASU Online. He received the first-ever $1,000 scholarship to continue his drone research and complete his education. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Pop's Truck and RV Center
A new lounge and bar has opened in the former Sow's Ear Restaurant, and it's owners want it to become the kind of place where “everyone knows your name.” This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Closets Plus
After a decade of darkness, the refurbished Aztec Theater sign lights up Main Avenue once again. The sign, from the 1950s, is iconic for the All-American City of Aztec. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is brought to you by Boons Family Thai Barbeque and Express Employment Professionals
Hypnotic comic Rusty Z thrilled the crowd at SunRay Park and Casino’s Laugh ‘Til It Hurts Comedy Night, which includes a delicious buffet dinner, and full bar. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is brought to you by CMIT Solutions and Traegers Bar
They're BAAACK – in-person screenings of independent films, conversations with filmmakers, and social events that are the hallmark of the Durango Independent Film Festival. This story is brought to you by Alpine Bank
With its rich, creamy curries and fragrant sauces and soups, Boons Family Thai BBQ in Farmington lures in out-of-town guests for the holidays. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Express Employment Professionals and CMIT Solutions
The River Reach Foundation, Riverglo, is an annual event in Farmington that celebrates Christmas along the Animas River with 2,000 farolitos, several local choirs, warm cocoa and live Nativity scenes. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Express Employment Professionals
The Farmington Regional Animal Shelter will lower adoption fees to $20 from Dec. 6-18 as part of the BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelter Event. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Three Rivers Brewing and Distil Beer Wine Spirits
The Farmington Police Department calls it the future of policing: high-powered cameras that monitor streets and parks in real-time to prevent or solve crimes. Sponsored by Farmington Ace Hardware and Service Master Restore
Whiskey & Lace Hair Parlour is a barbershop that pampers men—complete with hot towels, warm foam and straight razor shaves. By Donna Hewett. Sponsored by Farmington Ace Hardware and Service Master Restore
The VFW in Aztec sponsored its annual Veterans Day Parade on the Saturday following the actual date. Sponsored by CMIT Solutions and SunRay Park & Casino
Farmington evolved from a rural farming community to a national energy hub when New Mexico’s first commercial gas well was drilled one mile south of Aztec on October 21, 1921. Sponsored by Traegers Bar and Three Rivers Brewing
