San Juan County imposes fire restrictions, the Board of Trustees increases fees at San Juan College Board of Trustees, and Farmington Pride Week takes place June 12-14. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and SunRay Park and Casino.
Boaters who want to cool off from the summer heat will benefit from upgraded amenities at the Navajo Lake Marina at Navajo Lake State Park. An August storm brought 80 mile per hour winds that damaged existing docks at the marina and spurred $4 million in improvements this off-season. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College and Boon's Family Thai BBQ.
What will the future hold for McGee Park Fairgrounds? View Native American art at the Farmington Museum, and become a registered organ donor. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Three Rivers Brewery.
Campers and outdoor enthusiasts from the Four Corners and beyond are flocking to Farmington to purchase rugged pull-behind camp trailers from Sasquatch XC. Initially based in Colorado, the company now makes the trailers right here in Farmington. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and M&R Plumbing.
Freight rail connection that would connect with the rest of the state may become a reality; new real estate data is in, and a new trail running race will be in June. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Distill Beer Wine and Spirits and Northern Edge Casino.
Last fall, Avery Hightower founded the Glade Runners Motorcycle Club to organize and advocate for recreational and competitive off-road motorcycle opportunities in the Farmington area. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Big Idea Makerspace and Northern Edge Casino.
A new law protects Native American students’ rights to wear Tribal regalia, San Juan College is hosting a college preparedness workshop for high school students, and the Easter Bunny is hopping its way to Farmington. By Ryan Simonovich This story is sponsored by Boon’s Family Thai BBQ and Sunray Park and Casino.
San Juan County moves forward with plans to develop a 190-acre industrial park that it acquired in La Plata in 2007. The county hopes to attract businesses that will provide high-paying jobs in the wake of the San Juan Generating Station’s closure. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and Durango Motor Company.
Travelers will be able to fly from Farmington to Denver starting in May, the San Juan Regional Medical Center has been designated as a Baby-Friendly hospital, and veterans can get property tax exemptions on April 2. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewery and Boon’s Family Thai BBQ.
San Juan College has opened a new student health center that offers students health care free of charge. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.
Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village will offer paper flower craft for kids during spring break week. Network with business experts from across New Mexico at the San Juan County Small Business Forum. And dust off your dirt bikes or cheer your favorite riders during the Four Corners Championship on Saturday, March 22. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer Wine and Spirits and Northern Edge Casino.
Bi-partison legislation would eliminate barriers that kept government from awarding full claims in 2015, 2016. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and M&R Plumbing.
Piedra Vista, Farmington set to face Four Corners baseball foes. Celebrate Pi on March 14th. And Northern Edge Casino adds to its workforce. Correction: Last week the Local News Network published a story indicating the Community Compass Navigation Center is part of San Juan Regional Medical Center. In fact, San Juan Regional Medical Center is not affiliated with Community Compass. Community Compass is operated by Presbyterian Medical Services and houses Community Compass. The Navigation Center is operated by San Juan County. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Boon's Family Thai BBQ.
On President’s Day weekend, Silverton turns Blair Street into a high-speed, high-stakes race course that includes fast horses and skilled skiers who negotiate hair-raising jumps and obstacles to compete for a total of $15,000 in prizes. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea and Tafoya Barrett & Associates.
Learn about the array of A.I. tools at your disposal at a professional conference. Enjoy a week of Dr. Seuss-themed events at the E3 Children's Museum. And the Farmington Chamber wants to hear from small-business owners. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and Three Rivers Brewery.
Farmington High School Boys Basketball team faces season’s toughest test. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by M&R Plumbing and Ace Hardware of Farmington.
Privacy, officer protection and health care among new bills pitched during 2025 legislative session. Donut run pairs exercise and sweets. Live healthier with tips from Healthy Living Expo. “What Is Music?” San Juan Symphony performs the answers. Find out more. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Distill Beer, Wine & Spirits and Sunray Park & Casino.
If you didn’t have time to sit through the whole Farmington City Council meeting, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with the top five takeaways. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and Boon's Family Thai BBQ.
The third annual Parnall Law Xtreme Arenacross promises top racing and a freestyle motocross show. The Jordan World Circus brings its brand of family fun to Farmington. Enjoy the music of Broadway while you munch on brunch. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Durango Motor Company and San Juan Regional Medical Center.
San Juan College Hosts the Native Arts Fair from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. inside the Native American Center. “Recycle right” in 2025. And the Farmington High School Varsity Cheer Team hosts a youth cheer camp Feb 12 and 13. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Three Rivers Brewery.
